The 40 Hour Project

This is what dominated my life for a solid 5 days after trek. It was such a fun thing to be able to do. This is the slide show that we showed at the trek fireside and every participant got a copy of it also. It is kind of long so I will not be offended if you don't watch.

valley view stake pioneer trek 2010 from amanda lewis on Vimeo.

Also for those who participated, (or if you didn't and just want to see more photos) you can view and download the image files here.

I'm Home...

...and Pioneer Trek was INCREDIBLE!

Trekking

Tomorrow morning I leave to go on Pioneer Trek with the youth in our neighborhood. This will be my fourth time on Trek and I am looking forward to it. Honestly I am a little nervous about my physical ability this time around. Luckily I am the official Trek Photographer and won't have to pull a handcart. I just have to schlep 20 pounds of camera gear on my back. Wish me luck and also Matt who will be home with the kids. He claims he will have everyone and the house whipped into shape. (I'm not sure how I should take that but kudos to him if he can.)

Our Little Baker!

What does Claire do when she can't find any friends to hang out with? She bakes! This was today's creation. White bread made from scratch and it was delicious! Grandpa Brad would be proud. Now if she could only clean up her mess. :)

Sweet Friends

For Matt and I our time living in New York City and then in the Washington D.C. area was extremely precious to us. The reason for this is not only the incredible experiences we had there but the wonderful people that we met along the way. These are friends who remain close to your hearts forever. Anyone who has lived away from their families know what I mean when I say that these are special and sweet relationships that will never die.

A couple of months ago we had a little reunion with a bunch of our friends that we met when we lived in Arlington, VA. While there is a good group of friends that still live in VA (and other places), most of us have moved to Utah. We are spread out from Davis to Utah counties but we still manage to get together at least once a year. It is so great to see each other and I am amazed that despite our busy lives apart most of the year, just how easy it is to pick up right where we left off.

Good Friends!

Ryan, Andrew and Kristi. (We missed you Brandon.)

Macy and Amanda

Kristi and Elizabeth

Matt, Ryan, and Andrew (the social butterfly :))

Eric and Drew (This would be my brother Andrew who goes by Drew in this crowd. Sorry Mom)

Amy, Natalie, and Debbie

Amy and Carter

If anyone reading this is sad and decide that you miss us and want to come visit then give me a call! I'll organize a dinner just for you!

Giant Tower Of...

plastic cups. Just a little something to keep the kiddos busy...

Stubborn Part II

Have I ever mentioned that Jake is stubborn? I told him he couldn't sleep in my bed and he said that he didn't want to sleep in his own bed. This is what he did instead. OOOOH that kid! I love his creativity though! This is actually his second snooze on the kitchen stools. He may be developing a propensity for sleeping in uncomfortable places. See here and here.