Greg's New Hobby

Since the summer Greg has been searching all over for a road bike and now has finally jumped on the wagon...or at least his new bike. He outfitted himself and looks like a pro while riding down the street. He and Stephen have taken a few rides together. Let's Ride!

Catching Up

It's been awhile since I've posted last. We've had a busy last few months and things seem to be calming down before the next storm of activity hits. First up was a fun visit from our cousins from across the pond as they've now moved back to the states. Kris and the kids stayed with us for a few days before heading to their final destination, Oregon.

Dinner with the family: Kris, Kate, Lizzy, Emma, Evan, Nick & Stephen

Next up was the Midvale Harvest 5k run in August.

Ready to tackle the 5th Grade!

In September we had Dave visit for a few days before heading to meet up with his family. Grandma & Grandpa drove from Texas to join us.

Dinner at the Blue Boar Inn, Midway, Utah

Lastly, Emma began preschool! She attends 2 days a week for a few hours in the afternoon. She's been waiting to go to school but when she started she didn't really want to go back! "Wait, I have to go back again?" was running through her mind, but now she loves it and talks about her teacher and friends all the time.

Emma really is happy to go to school despite the grimace on her face.

Emma's Perspective

Every once in a while, Emma finds my camera and begins to take pictures. Some make the mark and others...well, see for yourself.
It's fun to see what she thinks is camera worthy. It's always interesting to see what new pictures I have on my camera, too!

Welcome Home!

Elder Grandpa & Sister Grandma returned home from an 18-month mission to Italy on July 15, 2011. The whole family gathered at the International gate to welcome them home in true Price/Mascaro fashion. The kids ran around the terminal, Italian flags waved, adults chatted and marveled that the missionaries were coming home (didn't they just leave?) and to our delight President Uchtdorf was there...waiting for his son who was on the same flight.

Returned with Honor

Summer Fun!

We've had a fun and busy summer and I hope it doesn't end just yet. Stephen attended summer school, getting ready for the 5th grade & I worked in his class. Emma hung out at the sitter's while dad worked most days. That didn't mean we haven't had some jolly good times...swimming, movies, bowling, trips to the zoo and the gym (OK, that was MY fun time) & tennis lessons.

Daddy & Emma in the wave pool

Emma staying warm

The whole gang having a blast at Seven Peaks

E & S enjoying Dippin' Dots at the zoo

"Hit them all down, Stephen!"

Aunt Berit Visits

My sweet sister-in-law came to Utah with her new husband, Darren, for a family wedding and we were lucky to have spent some time with them. All the kids love their Aunt Berit and she is really good about keeping tabs on them. Even Emma, who doesn't know Berit very well, warmed up quickly.

Emma & Stephen got a surprise visit from Berit and we went to the park to play!

Swinging and laughing

Berit, Darren and the kids.

We are so happy Berit has found happiness again and we can tell that Darren takes very good care of her. We love you Aunt Berit!

Ragnar 2011

Greg & I checked this item off our "bucket list": running the Wasatch Back, a relay of 2 teams, alternating legs so one van of 6 can "rest" (that's a joke!) while the other van of 6 runs. The race begins in Logan and ends in Park City, approximately 192 miles. After months of training and running, we met up with van #1 for the first exchange on June 17th. We had a blast! Our team "Don't Touch the Banana" was a great group of people and our van #2 was especially fun. It was a great chance to do something with Greg as a couple and cheer each other on. We all did great and we accomplished what we wanted to do: FINISH! (Oh, and get the really cool window sticker for the car :) )

"Don't Touch the Banana" team

Van #2 Rocks!

Greg running his 1st leg

Looking Good & Feeling Great on the last day!

Following the race, the runner's high remained long enough to want to do this crazy event again next year!