Showing posts with label family. Show all posts
Showing posts with label family. Show all posts
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Hudson's First Snow Experience
As I said in the previous post, taking Hudson out to play in the snow in Wyoming was one of my favorite things we did there. He is just so squeezable all bundled up.
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Big Basin Redwoods
Our Saturday adventure this past weekend was perfect. We slept in a bit, had pancakes for breakfast, got ready, then hit the road for the Big Basin Redwoods.
Hudson napped on the drive, which was perfect as it prevented him from experiencing nausea like I did. The road we took to get to our destination was unreal. It was by far the most windy road I have ever been on. The road didn't have a middle line, as it wasn't really wide enough for 2 cars, and bikers were all over. The good thing about this road is that it was in the middle of a forest. It was absolutely gorgeous. Specks of light would break through the trees every now and then, but it was mainly filled with a soft, golden glow filtering through tree tops. I wish I had taken a photo, but the though alone of pulling out a camera made me even more car sick. The forest was filled with redwoods, trees whose branches don't start for a ways up, so we just saw trunk after trunk. These trees grow tall and wide, so we saw some hefty fellas. Many curves in the road went around these giants, or rather between them, thus narrowing the road even more. I must admit I had a few freak outs as we passed cars coming in the opposite direction, while rounding a corner and having a biker on our side, and going between trees. Im surprised we didn't die. And I'm surprised I didn't loose my breakfast. Hudson woke when we were a little ways out, and cried for the last 2 miles. The carsickness hit him and it broke my heart.
When we arrived at the park, I jumped out with Hudson. We desperately needed fresh air. Colby went and paid for parking at the ranger station and I told him I would meet him in the lot and we'd just walk over. Well, long story short, the main lot was full and there were signs pointing to what we thought was a back lot. Colby kept driving, and I started freaking out when I realized he was passed the lot and out onto back roads that split in multiple directions. I had no clue where he was. Our phones had no service (and mine was in the car...I had myself and Hudson.). I had no idea how I would reunited with Colby or if he even realized he had just left me stranded. Not the 50 foot walk to the car I had envisioned. Eventually Colby came driving back down the road I was walking up and I started crying. I had just borrowed someones phone to unsuccessfully call Colby and I was terrified. (as i type this, I realize I sound ridiculous, but really, it was scary and Colby agreed that it would have been tough finding each other.)
I got back in the car and we found a parking spot back in the main lot. Figures. We had lunch at a picnic table then heading out into the woods. The first part was more of a nature walk--a .5 mile loop through the biggest trees in the park. We saw "Mother of the Forest" and "Father of the Forest"; both were over 15 feet wide and over 320 feet tall. These things were huge! "Mother" actually had a hollowed out bottom and we stood inside it. It was kind of eerie, actually. After the walk, we headed back on the trails. I'm not sure how far we hiked, but once we could hear a constant buzz of mosquitoes and knew it was approaching dinner time, we turned around and headed back. It was so breath-taking and beautiful back in the woods and smelled of pine, one of my favorite scents. Without cell service, we could really just enjoy each others company. Hudson was seriously such a trooper. He was packed around in his backpack (I carried him about half the time!!) and just took everything in. He was so giggly and cuddly while I had him, which was fun. He also discovered the joy of pulling my ponytail. That was fun--not. But it actually kind of was because H is kind of adorable when he discovers new things like pony-tail pulling. Hudson fell asleep toward the end and slept rather peacefully for about 30 minutes--just enough to get him through the day until he conked out for 40 minutes of our drive home.
We took a different "less windy" route home, which was still quite windy. Again, I got sick. Hudson's ears had altitude pressure he couldn't relieve, so once we got down from the hills, we were all much better off. With it being past 7, we decided to stop for dinner. Our alternative was scrambled eggs at home. Apparently I need to grocery shop. We ate at Pacific Catch and it hit the spot. I really enjoyed being out to dinner at a sit-down place and couldn't really think of the last time we had done that just Colby and I (and our tag-along Hudson). It was the perfect end to a perfect day.
Hudson napped on the drive, which was perfect as it prevented him from experiencing nausea like I did. The road we took to get to our destination was unreal. It was by far the most windy road I have ever been on. The road didn't have a middle line, as it wasn't really wide enough for 2 cars, and bikers were all over. The good thing about this road is that it was in the middle of a forest. It was absolutely gorgeous. Specks of light would break through the trees every now and then, but it was mainly filled with a soft, golden glow filtering through tree tops. I wish I had taken a photo, but the though alone of pulling out a camera made me even more car sick. The forest was filled with redwoods, trees whose branches don't start for a ways up, so we just saw trunk after trunk. These trees grow tall and wide, so we saw some hefty fellas. Many curves in the road went around these giants, or rather between them, thus narrowing the road even more. I must admit I had a few freak outs as we passed cars coming in the opposite direction, while rounding a corner and having a biker on our side, and going between trees. Im surprised we didn't die. And I'm surprised I didn't loose my breakfast. Hudson woke when we were a little ways out, and cried for the last 2 miles. The carsickness hit him and it broke my heart.
When we arrived at the park, I jumped out with Hudson. We desperately needed fresh air. Colby went and paid for parking at the ranger station and I told him I would meet him in the lot and we'd just walk over. Well, long story short, the main lot was full and there were signs pointing to what we thought was a back lot. Colby kept driving, and I started freaking out when I realized he was passed the lot and out onto back roads that split in multiple directions. I had no clue where he was. Our phones had no service (and mine was in the car...I had myself and Hudson.). I had no idea how I would reunited with Colby or if he even realized he had just left me stranded. Not the 50 foot walk to the car I had envisioned. Eventually Colby came driving back down the road I was walking up and I started crying. I had just borrowed someones phone to unsuccessfully call Colby and I was terrified. (as i type this, I realize I sound ridiculous, but really, it was scary and Colby agreed that it would have been tough finding each other.)
I got back in the car and we found a parking spot back in the main lot. Figures. We had lunch at a picnic table then heading out into the woods. The first part was more of a nature walk--a .5 mile loop through the biggest trees in the park. We saw "Mother of the Forest" and "Father of the Forest"; both were over 15 feet wide and over 320 feet tall. These things were huge! "Mother" actually had a hollowed out bottom and we stood inside it. It was kind of eerie, actually. After the walk, we headed back on the trails. I'm not sure how far we hiked, but once we could hear a constant buzz of mosquitoes and knew it was approaching dinner time, we turned around and headed back. It was so breath-taking and beautiful back in the woods and smelled of pine, one of my favorite scents. Without cell service, we could really just enjoy each others company. Hudson was seriously such a trooper. He was packed around in his backpack (I carried him about half the time!!) and just took everything in. He was so giggly and cuddly while I had him, which was fun. He also discovered the joy of pulling my ponytail. That was fun--not. But it actually kind of was because H is kind of adorable when he discovers new things like pony-tail pulling. Hudson fell asleep toward the end and slept rather peacefully for about 30 minutes--just enough to get him through the day until he conked out for 40 minutes of our drive home.
We took a different "less windy" route home, which was still quite windy. Again, I got sick. Hudson's ears had altitude pressure he couldn't relieve, so once we got down from the hills, we were all much better off. With it being past 7, we decided to stop for dinner. Our alternative was scrambled eggs at home. Apparently I need to grocery shop. We ate at Pacific Catch and it hit the spot. I really enjoyed being out to dinner at a sit-down place and couldn't really think of the last time we had done that just Colby and I (and our tag-along Hudson). It was the perfect end to a perfect day.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Couldn't be Happier
We couldn't be happier to announce that the Heiner clan will be expanding this August. Well technically, I am already expanding.
Baby Heiner will join our family with a due date of August 22.
Keep us in your prayers as we head into this new adventure. We are thrilled and extremely grateful. We heard the heartbeat for the first time a couple of days ago and it was such a neat experience. Words truly can't explain how we felt that first moment of hearing our little one. This really is happening, finally.
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Christmas with the Heiners
{better late than never}
We had a great Christmas season this year with mom Heiner and Kellen coming to spend a week with us. We had to work one of the days, but were able to enjoy many days of relaxation, travel, eating way to much and catching up. The first day they were here we headed up to check out the church history sites near Kansas city and stopped by Joplin on the way. At the end of the trip, I found myself reflecting more on the many blessings I have in my life. While its not perfect, I do have a roof over my head (unlike many in Joplin) and religious freedom. I am always amazed at what the early saints had to endure. Mom Heiner loved seeing independence, liberty jail and Far West.
We tried to make Christmas eve as lively as we could and enjoyed a study of Luke 2 followed by some hilarious rounds of a Christmas version of minute-to-win-it.
Christmas morning was a great time to be together and celebrate the many blessings we have and remember the birth and life of the savior. While I missed being with my side of the family, I was grateful to be as to use FaceTime to see each of them, including Brad who is serving a mission in Washington.
Of course the fun had to come to an end eventually and we found ourselves once again just the two of us wishing we lived slightly closer to family and able to spend time together on a more consistent basis.
And here is the photo over-load... (all photos from my phone, excuse the quality...)
We had a great Christmas season this year with mom Heiner and Kellen coming to spend a week with us. We had to work one of the days, but were able to enjoy many days of relaxation, travel, eating way to much and catching up. The first day they were here we headed up to check out the church history sites near Kansas city and stopped by Joplin on the way. At the end of the trip, I found myself reflecting more on the many blessings I have in my life. While its not perfect, I do have a roof over my head (unlike many in Joplin) and religious freedom. I am always amazed at what the early saints had to endure. Mom Heiner loved seeing independence, liberty jail and Far West.
We tried to make Christmas eve as lively as we could and enjoyed a study of Luke 2 followed by some hilarious rounds of a Christmas version of minute-to-win-it.
Christmas morning was a great time to be together and celebrate the many blessings we have and remember the birth and life of the savior. While I missed being with my side of the family, I was grateful to be as to use FaceTime to see each of them, including Brad who is serving a mission in Washington.
Of course the fun had to come to an end eventually and we found ourselves once again just the two of us wishing we lived slightly closer to family and able to spend time together on a more consistent basis.
And here is the photo over-load... (all photos from my phone, excuse the quality...)
Monday, August 15, 2011
Happily Ever After
I can't believe it has been 3 years since our wedding. I feel like it should either be 10 years, or 1, but not 3. It seems so long ago, yet so close at the same time.
I have loved the past 3 years with Colby and all of the adventures it has brought--finishing up at BYU, driving across the country with a U-haul to a state we knew little about, moving into a new apartment far form family, starting new jobs, promotions, building a house, having visitors, jaw surgery, fun vacations, new church callings.
As we ate dinner tonight we discussed all we have been through and thought forward a few years realizing what this conversation could be in 10 years. Grad school complete, kids in school, living who knows where and happy about it all.
Colby, I love you and am convinced I became the smartest woman in the world the day I said "yes" to you. You are perfect--and perfect for me. Thanks for everything. Happy Anniversary.
I have loved the past 3 years with Colby and all of the adventures it has brought--finishing up at BYU, driving across the country with a U-haul to a state we knew little about, moving into a new apartment far form family, starting new jobs, promotions, building a house, having visitors, jaw surgery, fun vacations, new church callings.
As we ate dinner tonight we discussed all we have been through and thought forward a few years realizing what this conversation could be in 10 years. Grad school complete, kids in school, living who knows where and happy about it all.
Colby, I love you and am convinced I became the smartest woman in the world the day I said "yes" to you. You are perfect--and perfect for me. Thanks for everything. Happy Anniversary.
xoxo-always and forever
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Idaho
Just returned from one of my favorite places, St. Anthony, Idaho. It was a much needed vacation. i loved taking Colby to see where I spent many summer vacations and being able to spend time with my family (and take a quick trip on over to Wyoming to see Colby's family).
We usually spend most of our time playing in the river be it jumping off the city bridge, floating through the channel or playing at the sandbar. Due to extremely high water, we had minimal time in the river, but easily found other activities to keep us entertained. Between games, eating, yard work chatting and river time, we had a perfect week. Here is a glimpse of what we did all week.
A visit to the cemetery to see Kelly's headstone
Family Photo
We usually spend most of our time playing in the river be it jumping off the city bridge, floating through the channel or playing at the sandbar. Due to extremely high water, we had minimal time in the river, but easily found other activities to keep us entertained. Between games, eating, yard work chatting and river time, we had a perfect week. Here is a glimpse of what we did all week.
raft the Teton river
$5 tickets for the HP midnight showing at the St. Anthony Roxy Theatre
Floating from the Del Rio down the Snake
Mexi-Train (other days were filled with Settlers and Carcassonne)
Yard work, a given when staying at the family house--we redid the back terrace
Banana Hot Fudge Shakes and Caramel Malts from Falls Drug
Overflowing Channel--took a raincheck on this activity this year
Breathtaking Moon each night
a little farm work in Wyoming
A visit to the cemetery to see Kelly's headstone
"Is this one fair game"--Colby hoping for the bow hat.
The nearly complete terrace
Hanging out in the yard
Post float down to the sandbar and over the orange netting
Ultimate Croquet
Family Photo
'Til next time...
missing you all already!
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