Fort Langley

Yesterday Kevin took the day off and we spent the day out at Fort Langley. The weather was beautiful! After a breakfast at A&W, we headed out to the Fort and were there by about 10:00. It was not very busy yet so we had the run of the place. Kendra had a great time running through the buildings looking at the beaver pelts, sitting in and on barrels and just exploring. Her favourite part was the goats and the cow! We had lunch in the little cafe there and then spent a little while poking through antique shops in the town of Fort Langley. It was a very relaxing and fun day!


Playing "peek-a-boo" in the barrels!


Feeding the goats. They were pretty friendly!


Sitting in the kids' beds in the servant's quarters.


Kendra thought it was more fun to push her stroller than actually sit in it!

My Anniversary Surprise!

Kevin came home from work on Wednesday afternoon and said "Pack a bag for the night - we're goin' somewhere!" At first I didn't believe him but when he actually went and got Kendra out of bed I thought something was up. He said the kids were going to my sister's for the night and we were going somewhere, which of course, he wouldn't tell me where. After a little bit of a crazy packing and writing up some instructions for the kids we were off. (He did admit that maybe next time he should've given me a little more warning as packing for 2 kids requires a little more thought!!)

We began driving out towards Harrison and I thought that was where we were going. However, we turned north towards Hemlock ski resort and then I knew. We drove into the Sandpiper golf course and up to Rowena's Inn on the River. It is beautiful old house that has been converted into a small Victorian style Inn. There are only 5 rooms and it is absolutely gorgeous! We spent the next 24 hours relaxing by the pool, going for walks, reading on our balcony and just enjoying being together. It was a wonderful little surprise get away in celebration of our 6th wedding anniversay that we had on July 21st. I am blessed to have such a great guy for a husband!

"Rowena's Inn on the River". Our room was the middle 2 doors on the top.

What a view from our balcony!

Rain, Cheerios and Puzzles

Yes, it is still raining here! I know this is part of living where we do but I am getting a little tired of it. We are all ready to see the sun again and go for walks, play in the back yard and at the park etc.! However, being inside gives me a little more time to do some scrapbooking and computer stuff! The kids don't seem too affected by all the rain yet. Kendra is really into puzzles and colouring so those are pretty much inside things to do anyway. And Owen is too busy learning new things. He is pulling himself up on everything and moving all over the place. He also learned to eat cheerios last week and thought those were quite fun! We'll see what learning we will do this week!

Owen enjoying his snack of Cheerios!

Owen discovering a whole new world off the floor!

Kendra doing one of many puzzles. Check out the nice hairdo!!

Trip to Smithers

Last week, the kids and I (Kevin had to stay home and work) made a trip up to Smithers to see some of my family. Flying with 2 small children on my own actually went much better than I anticipated. The weather there was great which helped to make for a great week. We spent lots of time walking around town and a few afternoons out at the farm. Smither really is a beautiful place! Kendra loved looking at the mountains and was excited to spend time with Gramma, uncles and aunts and playing with her cousins.

Owen and his Uncle Rich spending some quality time together!

Cousin Travis taking Owen for a "ride" on the quad!

Kendra and her cousins, Kyla and Cody enjoying the "Slip 'n' Slide"!

My kids!

Obviously, being a stay-at-home-mom, the greater portion of my day involves taking care of my kids. Kendra and Owen are both very happy children. I will try to post my first pictures so you can have a look at them!

Owen (8 months)

Kendra (2 years, 4 months)

First try!

Well, my first try at a blog. I really enjoy reading some other friends' blog so I thought I would try my own! It might be kinda fun. Not that my life is so exciting that others would want to read about it. However, it is a place to show off my family, especially to those who don't live near us. So, I hope you will enjoy reading and seeing some of the little happenings in my life!