Weekend

Last weekend was definitely adventurous. Can I just say that I love the summer? It's crazy how much you can do when you're not in school! 

For our Fridate, we decided to make it cheap, so we cooked a frozen pizza (sounds disgusting, but we were craving one), and hopped on our bikes and headed up Provo canyon. An hour later, we found ourselves at Vivian Park. I was amazed how easy (and beautiful) the ride was. It makes all the difference with a road bike!

We were pooped after our 17 mile ride, so we spent the rest of the night hanging out at home. Sometimes I think hanging out at home are the best kind of dates. I'm a sucker for cuddling and watching tv with my lover, and Bruno, of course :)

Sunday was my second time teaching in Mia Maids. My nerves sure got to me, but at least it's over, right?! I'm kind of jealous of Chad, who just got called to teach the CTR 5 class in Primary. That's seriously like my dream calling… call me crazy. 

To make teaching a little easier, I always prepare myself with loads of treats. I feel like the girls participate more when there's candy tempting them.

After church, adventure was calling our names so we took Bruno on a walk up to Bridal Veil Falls. Once we got home, we decided to go on a bike ride. At first, we were just going to go up to Vivian Park, but we decided to keep going up to South Fork. Once we got to South Fork, we decided to keep going up to Big Springs. We were so grateful Chad's brother, Garrett lives up there because we ran out of water. Plus… who doesn't want to stop and see their amazing house?! It seriously looks like it's right out of magazine. It's perfect. 

Happy Weekend!

BBQ

With my sister Amy in town and the beautiful spring weather {finally}, a BBQ up the canyon was calling our names. We packed up some food and games and made our way to Timpanogos Park. Needless to say, it was a perfect evening with the fam. 

Falling into Autumn

October {ok-toh-ber}: The mellow, messy, leaf-kicking, pause between the opposing miseries of summer and winter.

Fall has always been my favorite season, the time when everything bursts with it's last beauty.

It's almost like mother nature has been saving up all year for the grand finale. 

 I take Bruno on a walk up Provo Canyon every Wednesday. I can't help but stop and stare at the stunning colors at Bridal Veil Falls. By going just once a week, I am able to see how quickly seasons come and go and the beauty with every season. We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place!

Battle Creek Falls and Big Springs

Since the weather is quickly turning, Chad and I have been trying to do as much stuff outside as we can. We got up early Saturday morning and took Bruno on a hike up Battle Creek Falls in Pleasant Grove Canyon. Normally we stop at the falls, but since it was such a nice morning, we decided to keep going. Because of all the rain, the trail slowly disappeared so we weren't able to go that far, but it was so fun to be up there. It's such a beautiful hike!

A couple days later we headed up Big Springs, one of our favorite hikes. It is easy for Bruno, plus with the leaves changing, it's so pretty! We took a different trail and found a perfect spot by the river to sit and relax. We ended up sitting there for about an hour talking about life, goals and all the good stuff :) I am so grateful for our little family. Life is so good!!

Tennis Balls

Bruno loves tennis balls.

Especially fetching tennis balls.

Bruno loves fetching tennis balls especially up Provo Canyon.

So we go up there at least 3x a week.

We love Bruno.

Big Springs

For our Friday night date, we decided to go hiking up Big Springs in Provo Canyon. We started the hike on the trail then eventually wandered off the trail and made our own path. That always makes hiking more adventurous. Bruno enjoyed playing fetch through the large weeds and drinking out of the river. I'm pretty sure I told Chad at least 20 times how much I love being up in the mountains. It's so peaceful and relaxing, it was a perfect night :)

 

Let the Festivities Begin

The 4th of July is a big deal in the Weitzeil family. The party always starts on the 3rd. Everyone on the Weitzeil side of my family comes to my parents house for the big celebration.

This year, my parents decided to hold the party in Glen Canyon park up Provo Canyon. We met at the pavilion at 6:30 pm. The night was filled with food, games, a beautiful scenery and lots of pictures (I have been so excited to use my new camera!). Once the sun started to set, we cleaned up and headed back to my parents house.

This was definitely the best year yet for fireworks, my dad loaded up on them. Fireworks are one of my favorite parts of the 4th of July.

At 12 am sharp, all the cousins piled into cars and made our annual "In 'N Out" run. It's always more enjoyable to go late, it's great for people watching (mine and Chad's favorite :). This is one of the few times of the year that I enjoy staying up really late, it's all part of the experience!