Logan Ryan Bradshaw

Born to Brittney and Ryan Bradshaw August 14, 2009, brother of Caden and Maliya

I love this picture! He has the cutest little face!

The perfect family! They are growing fast.

Lake Powell

We love Lake Powell!

Barrett's Aunt and Uncle were so awesome in letting the entire Taylor side of their family (about 30 people) use their boat and sleep in their house boat. Barrett has been to Lake Powell multiple times, but I had not been since I was 12. Needless to say, I haven't been much of a boater and am still scared everytime I get in a boat and know I have to be pulled behind the boat. This is my own choice because I want to try everything, but I always have to prepare my mind before doing anything. So I am happy to say that I kneeboarded and wakeboarded for the first time, as well as surfed and tubed. Everyone was supportive and I was happy I was brave. Of course Barrett is a pro at everything behind the boat, but sadly we didn't get many pictures behind the boat.

Getting ready to kneeboard

Barrett's brother, Isaac, found an artifact from a past family trip to Lake Powell, ha ha.

We also had a lot of fun just swimming and chilling on the rocks.

Cliff jumping...

I had to post this cute picture of Barrett's cousin's son, Aiden, wearing Barrett's hat. He was exhausted by that point and fell asleep not long after.

Barrett doing a back flip off the house boat. Sorry for the sideways video... just turn your head.

Oquirrh Moutain Temple Open House

When my sister was here at the end of June we were able to go to the Open House for the new Oquirrh Mountain Temple. It was beautiful and we got some great pictures!

My niece, Maliya, would only hold Barrett's hand the whole time. If someone tried to hold her hand she would run to find Barrett. I think someone has a crush.

Birthday Weekend

Starting on my birthday July 9 (a Thursday) I was able to celebrate my birthday all weekend.

Barrett bought me a bike! I was so excited and immediately went on a bike ride... only to find that my thighs are extremely weak and it bruises my butt. How come I never noticed that when I rode all day as a kid?

The seat is one of my favorite parts of the bike

We had a picnic in the park for my birthday dinner

It was weird having only one person sing to me as I blew out my candles, but look at the wonderful cake Barrett made for me.

A bird that shared our food at the picnic

We went to the Jon Schmidt concert at the Sandy Amphitheater with Barrett's family on Friday

On Saturday we went golfing at Mountain Dell Golf Course with my dad and brother. Sadly, I forgot to bring the camera, but this is what the course looks like. It's pretty!

I had a great birthday and am happy to be 22!

Golfing at Wolfcreek

This is the picture I was looking for to add to our 4th of July weekend. It was so beautiful!

Fun Week!

Barrett and I were able to spend a lot of time with both of our families last week, and we had a blast!

We went to the zoo one morning and had fun with our nieces and nephews.

Train ride
The zoo has a new carousel with fun animals to ride on. There were a lot of pictures, but I had to just choose two of the best.

On Friday we went boating with the Yates' side of the family. I love this face while Barrett is tubing!
Tubing with Barrett's cousin, Lauren.
We went golfing the morning of the 4th at Wolfcreek Golf Course which was beautiful! The temperature was perfect and the view was amazing. I'm working on getting the picture of us golfing.

For the rest of the 4th we were with my family having a barbecue, playing games, and lighting fireworks.
I loved this picture of my mom with Korver and Maliya. So cute!

Jeff was the only one willing to spend money on fireworks, so he provided our show. Even some exciting ones that shot high in the air.

Jeff also took Barrett and I shooting with his handguns and I was bummed that I forgot to take my camera for pictures. We were also able to play golf another time during the week at Stonebridge with Isaac and Barrett's dad. Overall, it was an eventful and fun week!

Happy Anniversary!

As of May 24 it has already been one year since we have been married! We can't believe how fast time flies! When we think back to the days of high school choir, commuting between Utah State and BYU, frantically getting emails in once a week for two years, falling in love all over again, commuting between Utah State and BYU for a second round, and our amazing sealing in the Salt Lake Temple, it's hard to imagine that we have a whole new set of memories to add to our story: our first trips together and with family, staying up late to watch any new TV series or movie we are into, finishing house projects, golfing, or laughing at each other's quirks. I am so excited to keep adding to our journey and can't wait for all that lies ahead! I love you Barrett Yates!