A Warrior & A Princess

Here is how our Halloween went this year:

One Red Power Ranger

One Sleeping Beauty

4 bags of candy (gone in 45 minutes)

4 Halloween parties

Many happy smiles

Defending home and hearth

Emma was thrilled to be wearing some of mommy's make-up

Grandma Linda & Grandpa Cal at the school parade

Walking in the school Halloween Parade

Autumn Activities

This fall has been filled with some fun activities for Stephen. He played community recreational soccer. The skill was there but the teams they played were way more intune with each other that all but one game Stephen's team lost. It was disappointing for him but those are the life lessons that make us stronger and more determined. He still had fun running around the field in his new soccer cleats. Also on the agenda was the scouts Regatta. Dad & Stephen built the boat (without some key steering components) while Mom decorated it. The race didn't go as well as anticipated but at the end of the night you still got the treat. At this Pack Meeting Stephen was awarded several pins from Weblos camp and other den meetings. Nice job!

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!"