Colorado Rockies

We took a family vacation to Colorado July 3-13.  My sister lives in Denver and we hadn't been to visit her there since Hudson was 8 months old.  My mom joined us for the fun and adventure and it was wonderful to have her helping hands with keeping Hudson entertained and happy.  :)  We traveled half way there and spent the night with some good friends in Kearney, Nebraska.  Then we drove the rest of the way on July 4th.  Roy got tickets for us to attend the Rockies baseball game several months ago, so we were all looking forward to that.  It was a beautiful night, a perfect night really, to enjoy a baseball game.  Hudson wasn't super interested in the game and we had to park about a mile away from the stadium, but the rest of the night was full of fun and blessings.  A highlight for sure, and probably worth the admission to the game in and of itself, was the fireworks display after the game.  It was amazing and a grand way to close out the night.  

Coors Field was a packed house for the night.  

Rockies vs. Dodgers 

Mom and I chillin' out and relaxing, while watching a bit of the game.  

These two are such buddies.  Its fun to watch them together.  Aunt Ang is so great with Hudson and always has a way of including him and making him feel special.  We so wish she lived closer so she could help babysit.  :)  

Hudson loves his Daddy!  We were both thrilled to have over a week together and soaked it all the sweet family time.  

Here is just a glimpse of the fireworks display.  Notice all the people that moved from the left and centerfield seating areas to sit on the outfield.  It was an impressive show, to say the least.  

Father's Day 2014

It looks like I have once again gotten a month behind on blogging and have some catching up to do.  Father's Day seems like a good event to feature next.  Below are several pictures of my handsome boys, and each snapshot I treasure.  My heart overflows with gratitude and love for these two.  

Roy certainly deserves to be celebrated, not only on Father's Day, but every day of the year.  He is an incredible father and I am constantly amazed at his grace, compassion and leadership in our home.  He is patient, a lot more fun than I am, patient, gentle, nurturing, patient, giving, and silly.  He is an example of a Godly man to both Hudson and I and leads our family with grace, honesty, and hard work.  We love you and thank God for you, Roy!  

Roy chose Dunkin' Donuts for his breakfast treat.  

My two Swinger boys...handsome and happy!

Hudson picked out this chocolate donut with chocolate icing.  Oh dear!  :)  

We headed to Ledges State Park in the late afternoon with Ed, Sue, and GG Ells for a BBQ and outdoor adventures.  

Hudson had a BLAST playing in the water, as you can clearly see from his facial expression in this picture.  

Hudson wanted to relax in the sun, while his clothes dried out.  

Snuggles with Nana Sue before getting ready to enjoy her delicious strawberry pie, which has become a Father's Day tradition of hers.   

The fantastic dads…Roy, Ells, and Ed.  

I included this picture because I thought it was pretty funny.  Roy and Hudson are both obviously enjoying the strawberry pie.  Hudson thought the whip cream out of the can was the coolest thing ever.    

Taking a seat on the rock while out on a hike.  

Silly boys!  Love them!