We went to AppleBee's for dinner to celebrate Eric's birthday. Brandon came too, and he loved the big apple on the sign outside. Thanks for having a birthday Eric so that we could have a nice dinner out together.

Next, we went to the Subzero Ice Cream shop. We each got a yummy cup of ice cream that they made right there on the spot. After that we went to hang out with Johnny and Lindsy at my parent's house. There was a crazy big spider that came out while we were playing Monopoly, but the picture I took of it was too blurry. So, the one of Eric "hiding" up on the couch with have to be good enough. :) This was about the 4th or 5th time we've gotten together with Johnny and Lindsy to play Monopoly. We just have so much fun when we play it together. It was a blast!

We went to Boondocks for Eric's work party. We had a great time miniature golfing and riding on the slick track. It's so nice to get away once in a while and hang out together. Lindsy and Johnny are amazing for being so willing to watch Brandon on such short notice. We even got free passes to come another day for three hours, because it started raining and they thought they might have to close some of the "rides". Eric's work treats us so well and he loves working for them. We look forward to the Christmas party this year. Last year we got tons of free stuff! :)

Eric has been trying to get me to go camping for some time now. We finally went this past weekend up A.F. canyon. When we got to Salamander Flats and it was full, we continued up until we got to the next place. It was perfect! We found a nice little spot away from other campers where we could set up our camp. (Unfortunately we could still hear campers nearby at night, talking and laughing around the fire, but we woke up early and made a bunch of noise (he he he). Johnny took this picture on the way up. How beautiful are God's creations!

So, we started out by setting up the tent. Then, the boys went to chop some firewood, while Lindsy and I took care of Brandon and got the fire pit ready to go. Once they got back, the boys got the fire going. What great guys! Our big, strong, mountain men.

Eric helped Brandon pick a bouquet of wild flowers for me. I was a happy wife and mother.

Johnny and Lindsy came with us. It definitely wouldn't have been as fun without them.

We had so much fun together. Brandon had the time of his life!!! I forgot to bring a sweater and I was freezing, so I put a pair of pants over my arms. It worked quite well. Brandon seemed to be okay after we wrapped a blanket around him, but next time we're definitely bringing sweaters.

So sweet! Brandon wants to be like his Daddy.