That's a wrap on Summer 2019

One of my most favorite won't miss traditions has been Stanley, Idaho with friends. It's just breathtakingly beautiful and the company is just as fantastic. 

I've said it before and I'll say it again... This view! I don't do it justice!

 Shannon convinced Laura and I to run around Redfish Lake. 15 miles of fantastic scenery, great chats and sore legs. 

 Another out of order photo, welp, sue me. Anyway, Aidan started the Rush Tradition of "Jens and Friends," basically a two-a-day soccer practice of run until you can't anymore. He changed his "country club" (see earlier post) into a spa to recover. 

 Back to Stanley and the long run!

 Six miles in and still all smiles. Except by Dr. Foster because she knows what's in store.

 Oh the fun we have on this porch... Made all the better by Ellie's songs.

 "Aideeeee" and Ellie.

 Another day, another hike!

 What's this? A family photo? I didn't know such things were possible!

What? TWO family photos?!? 

 Beach time with the bathing beauties.

 I think we are playing a game of "telephone?" Because well... kids. But it might be Ryan whispering sweet nothings to Jed. Both are likely scenarios.

 Good night Stanley!

 Aidan played on a golf team this summer with his buddy Travis! Such fun and love for that sport.... 

 And Morgan made the JV soccer team at Timberline! 

 And Baylee continues to misbehave by getting on our bed when we aren't at home. I wonder why Ryan's eyes are so itchy and red?

 It isn't a trip to Grandma Dollys without a little pig kissin'.

 And just like that, summer was over. Morgan started 9th grade, full of excitement for another fun year at East ahead.

 Joined by her baby brother. 

There is just something about your youngest child starting Junior High that kicks you right in the gut. I cried more than I thought was possible and was caught chasing them to the bus stop. And then Morgan turned 15 and both Ryan and I almost died with love and sadness that our babies are growing up. 

If you need to join us in the sob fest... Here you go

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0R_43dyKRk