So Sad He's Ghana

Mis.sion.ary, (noun)

Someone who leaves their family for a short time so that others may be with their families for Eternity.

These pictures were taken on Wednesday night, after Aaron was set apart as a Missionary. It was a very special night. Each one of Aaron's older brothers and also our sister-in-law Lynsi, were set apart in that same room. It was such a neat experience.

At the Airport the next morning:

Brynlie will be two and a half when he gets back, it makes me so sad to thinking about all of the things he will miss, and how different she will be when he comes home.

I can't believe that when Jeff and I started dating I was taller than Aaron!

I know that Aaron is going to be such an amazing missionary. He is such a good example, and has a strong testimony of the Gospel. Although it is hard to see him go, I know that our Heavenly Father will watch over and protect him. We are going to miss him so much!

Pearson Trio

We had our family pictures taken with Jeff's family a couple of weeks ago before Aaron left.  Here is just a sneak peak of our pictures... Jeff's dad brought his camera and took a few shots. (That's why we aren't looking at his camera) We should get the real ones back some time soon, so I will post more when we get them.

Fun in the Sun

Last week we went up to Deer Creek with Jeff's family to take the jet ski's out on the lake.  It was so much fun, we were able to spend some time with Aaron before he left, and have some good family time. 

Two HILARIOUS stories I have to tell:  

The first day we went, we were winding down a bit and it was about time for us to go, Jeff decides he wants to go for one more ride.  So he takes off around the corner where no one else can see him, and turns the engine of the jet ski off... No one really noticed anything yet at this point except for me because he had told me his plan just before he took action... All of a sudden Cameron says, "Where did Jeff go?"  Right then we hear the engine start and out of no where Jeff comes cruising past us...  Standing up... With nothing but his whitie tighties on!!!  Ha Ha!  How funny is that?  He had taken off his life jacket and his swim shorts! (We are thankful he didn't crash, then he would have been rescued in his undies!)  ... 

Luckily we DID catch a couple of pictures which I would LOVE to post if my husband didn't threaten me with my life.

Next story... The next day on the way up I asked Jeff what he was going to do today that would be funnier than what he did the day before and his response was "I have no material."  Unknowingly, something funny did happen to Jeff as they were playing catch on the jet ski's...

I will let the pictures tell the story... 

Poor guy

Ahh so cute

McKenzie & Me in the background, and Jeff

The littlest driver (Coleman), Aaron & Chris

No one wants to ride with Jeff for this reason.

I thought this picture was awesome... 

My father-in-law Randy is quite the photographer

So Long Sweet Summer

I had so much fun taking Brynlie down on the slides with me!  We went on the flash floods, tube run and even cave in.  She loved it.

Our cousin Mckayla, Bryn & Kenz

Bryn, Cameron, Aaron and Jeff's cousin Jake

Last week we went to Seven Peaks, and as much as I don't want to say it, it may be one of our last days at the pool.  Every single year I get sad when summer comes to an end.  Although we will greatly miss flip flops, summer dresses, snow cones and the pool, we are however, excited for fall!  BYU Football games, fall leaves, cooler weather and everything else that comes with it! 

More from Jack

(From Left to Right, Aaron, Lindsay, Brandon, Cameron, Whitnie, Jeff, Me, Chris and Jake.)

Monday was also Cameron's birthday! All of Jeff's siblings got together to go to the concert to celebrate, along with two of Jeff's cousins.

We left the little ones with Randy and Toni. (Thanks for watching them for us!)

We hope that you had a fun birthday Cam!

Jack Johnson Concert... Woot Woot!

The concert was so fun! There is something about hearing Jack Johnson live that I just love. It was awesome! We watched people dance and laughed at their awkwardness... The next thing we know Jeff is down there dancing with them just to be funny! Ha ha, funniest thing EVER! People that didn't even know Jeff were laughing with us cause he was being so funny! Too bad I didn't get a picture of that! We had a blast... It reminded me of his concert we went to just before we got engaged 4 years ago!

Wow, seems like it was just yesterday...

Summer Party

On Saturday we went to Jeff's work Summer Party!  We had a delightful time, SO fun!

Ty Ty & Little B

Kids @ Heart

 Jeff and Brett's softball team won FIRST PLACE, and they were awarded these AWESOME medals! They also won 2nd place in the golf tournament!  

Great job guys, we are so proud of you!

Happy {Half} Birthday!

Has it really been 6 months? I can't believe it!  Brynlie is getting so big, and growing so fast. She learns more and more everyday, it's crazy!  She is the happiest little girl and we are so lucky to have her as ours.  

We love you Bintz!

Summer Lovin' in St. George

We spent a few days in St. George this past week.  We went to the pool everyday which was so nice! 

 It was time for a little rest & relaxation!

Little Bryn chillin in this little floaty.  Doesn't she just look so laid back?  

She's pretty hot stuff... so is her dad.

Gotta work on our sun tans girls!

The first day we went to the pool Cam had the brilliant idea of putting the lounge chairs IN the pool.  It wasn't too deep and it was perfect for laying out!  What a genius!  We weren't exactly great examples though, I heard a some little boys mom get mad at him when he tried to put their chairs in!

I am a lover of the hand stand contest, and I will admit I was trying to avoid getting my hair wet but I guess I am too competitive not to join them.

For some reason, every year we have to do this 3 man tower, we have tried the 4 man, but have yet to succeed! 

Jeff is strong... What a stud muffin!

The Night Life:

Start yer engines!

I know this picture is kinda dark, but if you look closely you can see me in front, then Aaron, Whitnie, Jeff and Cam getting ready to have the time of our lives racing go carts!

We headed over to Coldstone for some yummy treats

Spinning the girl around. Wee!

Just the 3 of us

I just can't get enough of this girl!

The boys at In-N-Out Burger.  I was SO excited to see that it had opened, last time we where down, to our dismay, it was just being built.  We just had to go there (twice) and it was delicious both times! I am not usually a fan of strawberry shakes, but this one was divine! 

Rumor has it:  There will soon be one here for us to enjoy!

Isn't Whitnie the cutest girl ever?  She's gonna have (if not already) the boys chasing after her for sure!

She sure loves her Grandma