Work Pool Party

My work threw a summer party for staff and students last week.  We could bring a plus one so of course I brought my handsome man.  Dave likes to come and give my coworkers a hard time.  They all like when he comes because he is so easy to joke with.  It was fun to get to spend time with everyone outside of work.  We had hot dogs and everyone pitched in and brought salads and desserts. We were using the pool at Wolverine Crossing so some of the residents there came and joined our party.  At one point our students and some of the residents were having a dance off.  It was so fun to watch, we have some talented students.  

 

One of our students brought their new puppy.  I was dying.  She was so cute and fluffy I wanted to sneak her in my purse and take her home.  Her legs were so short she could hardly run, it was adorable.  She was so fun to play with.  Maybe someday we will get a puppy... 

Our Anniversay-7 Years Together

 For our Anniversary this year we went on a picnic up Hobble Creek Canyon at Jolley Ranch.  Our Anniversary landed on a Monday this year so we both took the day off from work to spend time together.  It was a perfect day to go to the park, we were the only ones there.  We stopped at Zubs on the way up and shared a sandwich when we got there.  It was so peaceful, the perfect summer day.  Just like our wedding day it was exceptionally hot.  It was fun to reminisce about our wedding day and what we were doing at that exact moment seven years ago.  I am so glad Dave and I found each other, he is my perfect match in every way.  After going on our picnic we had planned to go to the art museum in Springville.  Unfortunately, when we arrived we discovered that the museum is closed on Mondays.  Who would have though?  So instead Dave took me shopping.  Seriously, he is too good to me.  A girl will never say no to going shopping.

 

After spending the afternoon shopping we went out to dinner at Magleby's in Springville.  Dave and I discovered Magleby's a few years ago on a New Years Eve.  They had all you can eat crab legs and prime rib, some of Dave's favorites so we were hooked.  It is now one of our favorite places to go.  And while Dave enjoys the all you can eat crab legs I can't leave with out getting a slice of their delicious chocolate cake covered in raspberries and vanilla bean ice cream.  It is so good. It was fantastic to spend the day together.  So glad I get to spend eternity with this guy!

4th of July 2014

 For the 4th of July this year we celebrated with Dave's family.  We had a BBQ together and almost everyone was able to come.  It was so fun to get together and to laugh and have fun with each other.  We grilled hamburgers and enjoyed seven layer bean dip (a Jensen family tradition for the 4th). 

After enjoying the BBQ we went to Layton City's fireworks.  I have no idea why but I love fighting the crowds and laying out a blanket to watch the fireworks.  It is so fun to have our nieces and nephews around and spend time chatting with family. 

Amber's Birthday 2014

For my birthday this year we went to the zoo.  They just opened the Savannah exhibit and I wanted to go see it.  I would have to say my favorite part was the seals and the otters.  They were so playful!

My parents came with us and then took us to lunch after.  So glad they could come.

Here is Dave being silly.

And more of Dave being silly :)

Dave's Birthday 2014

For Dave's birthday this year we went to the new aquarium in Draper.  It was really nice.  They did a great job, I love having things like this not far from home.  When we first got there we went and watched them feed the sharks.  We thought it would be a feeding frenzy but the sharks did not seem too excited.  The sting rays on the other hand were all about stealing their fish.

After the sharks, we watched the penguins get fed.  They are so adorable.  They were swimming like crazy trying to get as many fish as they could.  Then they jumped out of the water so they could be hand fed.  I love their little waddles. 

Here is Dave being silly like usual.  He always keeps me laughing.

The Saturday after Dave's birthday we went out to dinner with his Mom and our sister in-law Katie and her kids.  We went to The Pie, it was delicious.  It had been years since we had been there.

Just outside of the restaurant was a wading pool.  Dave was kept very busy trying to keep Aiden from diving in.  He really loves the water.

After playing in the wading pool we went to Katie's house for birthday cake.  Aiden helped Dave blow out the candles.

Camping

Dave's brother Kelly just bought a new trailer and invited us to go camping with them.  This is us in all our camping glory.  Trailer camping is definitely more my thing.  Tents not so much.  We had a great time and love hanging out with Kelly, Katie, and the kids.  

Our first morning there Dave got out of bed to start the fire and get breakfast going.  He is fantastic with a dutch oven and always make sure we eat good.  After he left these two cuties snuck in bed with me.

We camped at Payson Lakes.  It is so beautiful up there.  Who knew there was such a great spot not too far from our house.

Michelle's Baby Shower

In May I helped my Mom and Sister throw a baby shower for my sister in-law Michelle.  She is due with her little baby girl in July.  We are all excited for the first baby in the family.

I was in charge of decorating, I wish this picture did not turn out so dark.  Jessie, my sister, was in charge of decorating the cupcakes.  She is amazing.  I wish I would have thought to take a picture of the cupcakes she made.  They had pink frosting with white chocolate tiaras on them  She is quite the baker.

Here I am with my Mom, Michelle, and Jessie.  Love them so much.  So glad I have such a great family.

We also got my camera shy Grandma to take a picture with us.  We were so glad that she could come.  We had so much family there, I love when we can all get together.