High Adventure to the Max!!!

A few years back Wade came up with the idea that when the girls moved out we would take the boys on a high adventure vacation to Moab. It was three boys and a mom high adventure to the max. I loved getting a vacation with my boys. Mitch felt lucky to have this his senior trip. We didn't leave any stones unturned. We experienced everything from Whitewater rafting, Canyoneering, ATV riding, exploring caves and hiking to the arches, and mountain biking slick rock.

Whitewater rafting was intense and definitely and adrenaline rush.  We hung on for dear life as we went down the rapids of Westwater.  There were whirlpools, boils, and drifts.

Mountain biking slick rock was an experience.  I only went over the handlebars once, I guess that was pretty good since this was a 10 out of 10 on the difficulty of mountain bike trails.  The boys were naturals.

Moab is a giant ATV playground.  The terrain was so varied with sand, rocks, water.  It was a thrill to ride up these giant rocks leaving you feeling like "King of the Road". 

Hiking to delicate arch was a highlight with spectacular views of this arch that sits in a giant basin that looks like a Colosseum. After hiking to the top and turning the corner to see this spectacular structure made this high adventure trip an all time favorite.

Las Vegas get-a-way

A few days after school got out Wade whisked me away for some Q.T.  Both of our love languages are quality time and we were in desperate need of some.  It had been a crazy, busy few months and so the first break we got, we had to take it.  We had so much in Vegas seeing the Piano Man, Donny and Marie Show, relaxing by the pool, dining and  uninterrupted conversations.  My favorite thing in all the world is spending time with my sweetheart. I love getting him all to myself. 

Double Celebration 2011- Two Graduates!

Mitch graduated from Highschool and Justin graduated from Medical School. It was a week of celebration! We are so proud of these two.

Sitting in Hawk Stadium watching Mitch receive his diploma.  It was the perfect weather and such a fun evening.

 Everyone wanted a piece of Mitch, which was his face on a cake.  Boy was it yummy!  Mitch loved his T-shirt quilt. We are so grateful for Mitch and all his accomplishments.

We are so proud of Justin after 4 years of Medical School.  Way to go Dr. Pattee!  His brothers flew in for his graduation.

A Perfect Mother's Day!

A perfect Mother's Day is being together with all of my children.  I am the luckiest mother in the world to be surrounded by these amazing individuals who bless my life.  Mitch Jake and Mac sang a mother's day song in Relief Society and Mitch spoke in sacrament meeting.  I can't think of a better Mother's day gift.  We came home from church to homemade crepes that Laurisa, Grafton, and Joslyn with all the toppings you could ever want.  My mother and grandmother joined us which made it extra special to have four generations together to celebrate a legacy of amazing mothers. Having such an amazing role model for a mother and grandmother has blessed my life and given me an example to emulate. My mother loved the quilt I made her. It was a true labor of love.

Senior Portraits

It is hard to believe that we have our third child graduating this year.  Laurisa's good friend Kylee took Mitch's senior pictures.  She made it so fun and did such a professional job. I love how she captured his personality.  Mitch's smile has always warmed this mother's heart.

Mitch you radiate a passion and love for life!  Thanks for sharing your life with us and always giving your best in whatever you do!

Family Night with the Mcbeth's

Mac's turn to pick family night he chose to have the Mcbeth's over for a sharing of talents. This family is so fun to be around.  Madeline played the guitar, along with Mitch, Mac, and Jake.  The boys for the lesson gave the first discussion.  Mission prep really payed off, they did such a great job.

We ended the night with a family favorite, "pazookiis".  We just love the Mcbeth's!

2011 Family Pictures

We took our family picture early for our Christmas card since in a few weeks our family will be spread out in three different states.  Wades cousin Jessica Drew took our pictures.  She did such a great job.  It is so fun to see our family grow with two more handsome men in it.  Boy do I have a handsome family and I love all these faces so much. Most importantly I cherish the love they have for each other.