Hey Summer?
You wanna pick up the pace??
I'm not sure we could have put one more activity in these two months! haha!
We have filled each and every day with activities, school, travel, church, family, even more travel, work, play, more fabulous family, amazing friends, lots of love and utterly GREAT memories.
Photoshoot with the Holt boys!!
Oh my goodness I LOVE this picture! It is both awesome and hilarious xxx Look at Wayne!!!
Celebrating the Life of Great Grandma Margarette Low ♡
Grandma left a legacy of love, service, family and chocolate. She has been the most incredible example to us. Barb and Wayne have spent over 10 years caring for her. They would go over to help her eat, fix her hair, read scriptures to her, take her on walks and tuck her into bed. They are the most generous, gracious people I know.
Grandma left a legacy of love, service, family and chocolate. She has been the most incredible example to us. Barb and Wayne have spent over 10 years caring for her. They would go over to help her eat, fix her hair, read scriptures to her, take her on walks and tuck her into bed. They are the most generous, gracious people I know.
Jen, Uncle Bob Taylor, Cal Stewart (the Dr. who delivered Ike) and Rodney
Jackson, Lincoln, Josh, Ty, Sidney & Gracey
Brothers
Lisa, Mike, Heather, Jerry, Molly, Katie, Spencer, Julie, Rodney, Michelle, Barry, James, Riley, Tanner and Ali
Sidney, Olivia, Davis, Jackson, Josh, Lincoln, Ty and Gracey
Spencer and the boys said the talks, by each of GGrandma Low's children, were fantastic.
They each covered a different aspect of her amazing life, (church, childhood, places they lived, family life, chocolate making, music) and the food was awesome! We love you Great Grandma Low. Of course hand-dipped chocolates were served at the funeral and Spence said one of the biggest highlights was how close
Ty, Josh, Lincoln and Jackson became.
Ty and Josh visiting Auntie Shauna-Sue's grave site. Oh how we miss her.
ASCOT SAINTS!
Josh is still in love with football and had a great experience once again. He CONSTANTLY has a ball at his feet in our home, kicking it around. I know exactly when he wakes up because I can hear the ball bouncing off the walls upstairs as he's getting ready.
Anne went to Paris for her Grade 8 School Field trip!
Anne and her close friend Aleve.
Theatre Night in London with Ike
and his Grade 11 Class
I was asked to chaperone a couple of theatre trips into London for Ike's IB class. Although, these were not my favorite shows (and i usually LOVE the theatre), being in London with Ike was the BEST!
**Funny Story: Historically, the class goes to Five Guys before a show...well when Ike heard this, he explained to his teacher that he did not eat at Five Guys-and his mom definitely wouldn't go. (haha!!!). So, because his class respected him, they agreed on going to Wagamama's! Ike's teacher had to call me and tell me how much she admired Ike wanting to make sure I would have a good time. Love that kid. xxx
Ike goes to Prom... in California!!!
It was actually a little hard dropping Ike off at the airport to go to California, but he was so excited!
Ike had the best time with the Chapman Family and with Chloe.
We are SO grateful he was able to go and had this fun "American Prom" experience with such a great friend. Thank you Chapman Family for making it such a blast for these kids!
Getting ready for the date!
I asked Ike when he got home, "What was the best part?" He said, "Man, all of it was so much fun, the dance, the food, Chloe and her friends, the Chapman family...but probably when I saw Chloe all dressed up. She looked really beautiful. "
I couldn't get over hearing about all the fun they had!
They were even driven to the dance in a Rolls-Royce!
We are SO grateful he was able to go and had this fun "American Prom" experience with such a great friend. Thank you Chapman Family for making it such a blast for these kids!
They were even driven to the dance in a Rolls-Royce!
Ike said their group was so much fun and everyone had a great time together.
Don't they all look stunning?!
Ike & Chloe
INTERNATIONAL FAIR!
The opening parade is still my favorite part of the day. It slays me at how incredible it is to see over 50 countries represented by our children, come together to show how united we all can be.
Ty and Josh walking in the parade to represent USA!
Seriously! The food is INCREDIBLE!
Anne and Jayden having a blast at the fair!
dōTERRA days!
I've had a blast learning about essential oils over the past few months and have met the most incredible people. I am even trying my hand at building a little business with these talented women!
I was invited by Sarah, our up-line extrodinaire, to attend a training course in Roses, just outside of Barcelona.
Megan Snijman, Gabriella Ahlstrom and I jumped at the opportunity and had the most wonderful time together.
We landed in Barcelona and headed STRAIGHT to the Sagrada Família.
This has to be one of the most incredible structures in the world. I just love this city.
And seriously!!!! Hot cocoa and churros is an absolute MUST!
MISSIONARIES!
Our amazing nephew Reggie received his mission call to the France, Paris mission!
Reg is one of the kindest, hardest-working kids I know. He will be an incredible missionary.
Tim McKeon received his mission call to the Colorado, Colorado Springs Mission!!!
Tim has been the best friend to Ike this past year. Man, are we going to miss him (and their whole family.)
It was such a privilege to be there with Tim the night he opened his call.
GO APE Time!!!
We were invited by the McKeon Family to go on the high ropes course at GO APE!
Suiting up
Handsome Josh building forts while the older kids went.
Sunday fireside in our back garden!
Ty and Josh on a bike ride with me and Spence through Great Windsor Park.
Vanessa and Josh Harrop came to visit!!! They were so so much fun!
they are the most darling couple with positivity oozing from them.
We absolutely LOVED their company.
Anne, Vanessa, Josh and Spencer rode their bikes down to where the the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Megan Markle was going to be held in Windsor, at 5:30 in the morning to catch a glimpse of the mania!
Over 250K people came into the city to try and catch a glimpse of the newlyweds.
This was as close as any one of us got to the newly weds!! On TV! haha!
Softball Girl!
She played pitcher and shortstop! She was awesome.
Softball Girl!
She played pitcher and shortstop! She was awesome.
Anne at her softball game
Vanessa and Josh were there to cheer her on!
She is such a good little player and I love watching her.
Sunday dinner outside!!!
I love our garden!!! This will be the most beautiful garden we will EVER live in. I just adore it.
Walking through Windsor
dōTERRA conference in London with my amazing team!
Nadia Osgood, me, Megan Snijman, Clarisa Ayllon, Carli Leighfield, Gabriella Ahlstrom and Jess Kew.
My friends snapped this picture as I went up on stage when I was awarded the rank of Platinum
With the CEO of dōTERRA , David Stirling
I just wanted to add this picture...this is one our our continuing ed classes.
How to cook with essential oils!
Staines Ward temple trip day!!
Walking over to the temple!
Amelia, Renata, (Victor, Satiago and Luke), Spencer and Angela Mount
Eating lunch together with Vanessa Russell and other ward members!
Staines Ward Family ~ May 2018
Afternoon Tea!
Afternoon Tea!
Claire had told me that she wanted to try afternoon tea before she left, so I took her, Mel and Tim into London and first we shopped for Tim's mission suits, and then went to afternoon tea together.
Josh Goes to PGL!
It was Josh's first time away for 4 days for his Grade 4 field trip. It was an adventure experience with things like fencing, repelling and bike riding. He had the BEST time.
Bret, Dominic, Chase, Josh & Carter
Avi Holden and Matthew Knight's Birthday party
The youth, ages 16+ were invited to Liquid Leisure for a birthday day!
Lauren Carroll, Avi Holden, Hyrum Price, Emily Carroll, Daryn Scott, Jono Russell and Ike
YOUTH NIGHT!
They played capture the flag and it was so hilarious to watch Stephen tearing down the mountain with Santiago hot on his heels! But the blue-team won!
Brother Rainer, Hyrum Price, Zainab, Georgia, Jennifer, Camilla, Lauren, Daryn, Halle, Avi, Ty, Xeina, Stephen, Luke, Ike, Annie, Amelia, friend, Santiago, Jayen, Anne, Kalen, Isaac, Cameron, Victor, Zach, Adam and Emily
BASKETBALL CAMP
They worked SO hard.
MS Talent Show
He did such an amazing job! And performing in front of all your peers can be intimidating, but he was awesome!!
LONDON DAY
The youth of our stake went into London for a city scavenger hunt.
Anne said it was an absolute blast!
Santiago, Zach, Camilla, Anne, Jayden, Halle, Annie
South's come to visit!
The kids were so fun in the back garden. Will is the funniest kid ever and there were so many whoops and hollers and laughing. Can't you come live right by us?!!!
DATE NIGHT!
Some of the YW in our ward invited the YM for a date night together!
Reggie was in town, so Mel snatched him up to come on the date!
Sam Manning, Darryn Scott, Hyrum Price, Lauren Carroll, Ike, Emily Carroll, Melanie McKeon and Reggie South
Sunday Dinner
We have had some of the coolest missionaries in our area. We always enjoy having them over.
Elder Allen (Arizona) and Elder Lee (S. Korea) and how lucky are we to have the South family again!!!
Whoot! Whoot!
Anne's Grade 8 Graduation
We had the best time finding this dress for Anne. The school insists on black dresses for grad...and that can be SO hard to find these days and make them modest. We were so excited to find this one! She looked so beautiful and was very happy with her choice.
Anne, you are such a treasure and we love you so much. Congratulations!!
Not only did she graduate, but she did it with the GOLD honors!
The beautiful stage for grad...notice three of the flags on the back wall...Canada, USA, UK!
Anne and our great friend, Stephen McKeon.
Claire and I were able to take them to the Grade 8 party at Shepparton Studios.
Why does the time have to go by so fast?! Anne graduated from Grade 8. She's going into high school!!
Not only did she graduate, but she did it with the GOLD honors!
Anne receiving her diploma from headmaster Jeremy Lewis and HS principal Mr. Hosier.
Claire and I were able to take them to the Grade 8 party at Shepparton Studios.
Anne gave her speech at her grad!!
We LOVE having family in town and especially when they can be here for special events.
This is the family in front of ACS mansion just before graduation.
(Jen, Reggie, Jase and Will)
Walking to dinner in Windsor
Dinner at the Flaming Cow... yumm
COTSWOLDS
We finally made it to Stratford-Upon-Avon's Henley Street where Shakespeare lived.
I am IN LOVE with these half timbered housed. SOOO charming.
Jen, Jase, Spence and I had the most wonderful afternoon together.
haha!
Jen, Jase, Spence and I drove over to Stratford-Upon-Avon to see the birthplace of Shakespeare.
It did not disappoint and was the most beautiful day. We had the best time walking around seeing
the different sites and enjoying the gardens.
Oh I just love it when my sister's come xxxxx
Scones with clotted cream and jam! SO stinking delicious
(and guess what?! Spencer had jam for HIS FIRST TIME EVER! And he loved it!)
(and guess what?! Spencer had jam for HIS FIRST TIME EVER! And he loved it!)
Just one more picture of Reggie and Jason. Reg is leaving for his mission to France.
He is an INCREDIBLE young man.
Congrats Miranda and Chase on Miranda's graduation from esthetician school!
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