Five in the Hive

Father's Day

Happy Fathers Day

to the best Daddy ever!

Jon we are so grateful to have you in our lives. You bring so much adventure to our family. You are always ready to get down on the ground and wrestle with the kids, kick a ball, play catch, draw, and even play dress up if asked.

You are never afraid to be silly or strange. We all love the child in you, especially the kids. I think you are asked to quiet down as much as they are when playing. I love the way you really get into entertaining them. I love to watch you run and play tag with the kids. To watch you dance and gel with music is something we all need to do. You are a great dancer. You definitely move to your own beat!!

This is the beloved monkey expression--always a crowd pleaser. Your laugh is so contagious and such a joy in my life. You need to do it more!
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Then there is the coocky face that you pull whenever we try to take a picture. I guess you never grow out of silliness.

Here we have two handsome guys busy at work. Something you are always doing--just doing! You are a very hard worker and we appreciate all that you do for our family. You are always looking for jobs and projects to keep you from idleness. I admire that in you.
You are so willing to include the kids in your projects...at least for a little while. Gotta try it a least once!

Thanks for including the kids in all that you can. They love to work by your side and be your little helpers.

Thank you for the adventures you take the kids on...even if it is only in the backyard. They love to spend time with you and can't wait for their Daddy to come home each night.

The most important of all is the good example you set for our children. You are a worthy priesthood holder and you honor duties. You are a man of your word. You are always willing to help others even if inconvenient for you. You are honest and sincere. You are constantly striving to be a better person. You are loving, kind and a wonderful Father.

Happy Father's Day! We love you!
Love,

Olivia, Katelyn, Jackson and Heather

Disneyland Round Two

We got to go to Disneyland again!!!

This time with Nana and cousin Justine!

Jackson and Katelyn love to ride the carousel.

Jackson could not get enough of this ride. He was kicking his feet trying to get the horse to gallop the whole time. It is fun to see him so excited.

Sword and the Stone!

Justine, Olivia and Kate

Justine with her Price Charming!

Nana and Jack riding Winnie the Pooh Adventures.

This ride is very colorful and kinda psychedelic.

I think Jackson enjoyed ride and Nana too. It was so bright she had to where her sunglasses though!!

The Fairy Godmother---We got to see her several times. She was so sweet. Katelyn could't stop saying Fairy Godmother after we saw her. She was very impressed.

Pocahontas--She was the first of the three Princesses we were able to see. The kids waited very patiently in line for about an hour the next thirty minutes...they weren't so patient. This was the longest line by far, but it was worth it to them!
Aroua--Wow! That's a mouth full.

Snow White--She was the favorite! Katelyn kept asking all day about a witch. She really wanted to see a witch. This is as close as it got today. She was pretty excited as you can see.

Justine, Olivia and Katelyn waiting in line for a ride. The last two times we were at Disneyland we missed Winnie the Pooh and the girls were so disappointed so we made sure we didn't miss him this time. Jackson was the least bit enticed by these characters. He wanted nothing to do with Pooh Bear.
Eyore--ho hum....Tigger--Notice Jackson is smiling...Tigger is not touching him! After visiting Critter Country we watched the Main Street Parade and then headed over to California Adventure Park. We had just enough time to ride Soarin' California (which was a favorite) and then go to Bugs Land (also a favorite). There were no lines at Bugs Land and we got to go on all the rides in about 20 min. Then we watched the end of the Light Parade. And to our suprise as we were walking out the Fireworks started over in Disneyland and we had a great view at the park enterance. What a great day! Thanks for all your help with the kids Nana and Justine. I couldn't have done it without your help.

Disneyland

The girls were so excited to go to Disneyland. It's been about six months since we last went. The flowers are so beautiful, these big pots line Disneyland's main street. It is so fun to experience Disneyland through the eyes of your child. What a magical place.

Jon with the girls in the lush land of BUG LAND.

Jesse from Toy Story--the first and only Character we saw all day.

They must have been hiding all day!

I think Olivia's favorite thing about Disneyland is the cotton candy. As soon as we entered the gates she was asking for cotton candy. We were able to hold her off until after lunch. Then she ate half the bag and saved the rest for later (about 20 min. later!).