memorial day

I'm a little slow getting around to posting about our Memorial Day weekend, but here it is:
We spent the weekend in Idaho with my parents & family. One of Jacob's favorite places to play when we visit G&G is in the treehouse in the backyard. It is a simple setup and only the smaller kids are allowed up there. Add the fact that you have to climb to get up and jump to get out, it is perfect for Jacob-age kids:

We visited the cemetery and put these cute spinners on the headstones. I have decided that spinners are the way to go for decorating children's graves because they are more cheery than flowers and just plain fun. There's lots of wind around here, so these little spinners really get a workout -- so cute. Obviously, this is Jordan's headstone, and Cole's is right behind it.

Our favorite thing to do when we visit is to have a wienie roast in the backyard. Mom & Dad's firepit has been used so much over the years it has had to be rebuilt at least once or twice. It has certainly been a place where memories have been created -- we love it! Thanks for all the good times, Mom & Dad. With the firewood all laid out, Ryan and Jared are just waiting for Grandpa to give them permission to light the fire:

Love this cute picture of my Dad and Matthew:

Let the cooking begin:

Another highlight of the excursion was seeing my nephew, Mike, return home from his mission to Argentina. He spoke in church on Sunday and gave a great talk. His English is pretty good and his Spanish fabulous. It's good to have him home and I appreciate his good example for my boys. We enjoyed spending time with the Brady, Jensen, and Bryce cousins. Can't wait for more this summer!