We Survived. . .but the car didn't

Zach and I were called to be in charge of this year's Youth Conference and all I can say is WE SURVIVED! It was really quite fun and we enjoyed hanging out with all the youth in our ward.

Our car however did not survive. Luckily, no one was in the car when it rolled or should I say plowed into the back of a trailer, ricocheted off it and finally came to a halt when it collided with a tree. . .all of which happened just moments before we were supposed to leave from the church parking lot. . .big sigh! {you can ask Zach to tell you the story if you want more details}. These pictures don't do the damage justice, but now this puppy is in the shop and Zach and I out a couple thousand dollars. Great fun isn't it?

Stratford East Reunion

Love these people!

MLS All-Star Game

The Game; pre-game dinner with VIP's, dynamic atmosphere, amazing seats, and overall awe-inspiring soccer.

The After-Party; soccer studs, good food, refreshing mountain air, and hip entertainment. What more could you ask for?

Independence Day

Our 4th of July Weekend was filled lots of BBQ's, our neighborhood breakfast and parade, a picnic, the Real Game, and the Sugarhouse Fireworks. All were enjoyed with our favorite family and friends.

On our way to the Real Game with Lynsie & Joey

Real Salt Lake's Star Forward, Yura Movsisyan and studly defender, Robbie Russell just showing up for the game.

The Boys enjoying a summertime treat, Popsicles. Thanks Kurt and Erika for allowing us to BBQ at your lovely new home.

Zach loves playing with the Nieces and Nephews. Here he is with Ellie and Gavin

Kate, Lynsie, Molly, and Ruby waiting for the Fireworks to begin

The 4th of July is by far one of the best holidays!

Little Red Riding Hood '09

This year I rode in the Little Red Riding Hood women's only ride to benefit women's cancer research. I was amazed by the number of cyclists who were participating in the ride- 2,600 ladies out on the road that day! After 5 hours and 65 miles, we were ready to give our bee-hinds a break! Here are pics of before, during, and after the ride. {gross and sweaty, but hey, what can I say?}

Farewell Three Amigos!

May has been a busy month for our family as three of our brothers all left to serve missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I am so proud of Kevin, Bryan, and Chris and will miss them lots, but am excited for their journey ahead. It all started when they got their mission calls a few months ago.

from left (Chris, Bryan, Kevin)

Kevin will be serving in Omaha, Nebraska. Bryan will be serving in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Chris will be serving in Kobe, Japan. All three boys checked into the MTC with Chris first on May 6th. Then it was the Twins turn, Kevin and Bryan went in on May 20th.

Zach and I were sad we couldn't make it to see Chris off, but we were able to go with our family when Kevin and Bryan went into the MTC. I couldn't help but think how lucky they were to have each other to experience this moment together. Being twins, they have done just about everything together and although they will all be hundreds and thousands of mile apart, they will all still have something in common and that is sharing the gospel. How cool is that?

Just as we were in the middle of taking pictures, someone spotted our very own Elder McConnell! We were so happy to see our step-brother and his companion heading out to play softball with the other elders and they even came over to say hi and snap a few photos.

Chris had a huge smile on his face the whole time. It's extraordinary to have two brothers leave for missions the same day, but then to have a third be put in the mix has been a tremendous experience. These guys are all so close and to see them so ready to serve is humbling.
Proud Parents, Krehl and Debi. They have successfully gotten all of their children out of the house and are now empty nesters.

"Church is true, see ya in two!"

We love you guys!

Today I Will Blog

Well I will be the first to admit that it has been a day or two. . .or 40 since we last blogged. Well today is a new day and a new leaf is being turned over. We're back in the game, back on the saddle, whatever you want to call it! Here are just a few things we've been up to lately. . .

REAL GAMES. . . Yes, we gave into the peer pressure from these two and bought season tickets! Here we are with one of the players after the season opener.

PIT CREW CHALLENGE. . .

I was challenged to participate in a "pit-crew challenge" and WON!! Me and my teammate rocked it and beat out a bunch of guys for the win in our high heels and all!

PARKING LOT FUN. . . let me explain

One day after work, we decided to go shopping at the Gateway. As we were walking back to our car in the underground parking lot, Zach was tossing the car keys in the air and seeing how high he could throw them. Well, one of the times he tossed them up in the air, they didn't come back down. "Uh-Oh," he says as he realizes that the keys got stuck on a ledge on the ceiling. This is a picture of him using someones random windshield scraper to try to get them down. I was just laughing so hard, I couldn't even help him. Needless to say, about twenty minutes later we got them down and were able to go home.

HANGING WITH OLD FRIENDS. . .

I got together with a few old college friends. . . always a good time with Hammy and Lisa.

WHITE MAN CAN JUMP. . . Zach plays on a rec basketball team with my brothers. I just had to post this picture of my brother, Kevin as he is about to block this dude. Those boys have major hops!