Relay for Life

> What a great event! Thanks to all who were on Team Kenyon, who donated money, or who came Friday night and supported us. A big thanks to the Jamieson's who put in so much time to making the event happen and to Angie, our team captain. We had the best team and next year is going to be even better. The event began with a flag ceremony and tribute to the survivors. The survivors carried flags and did the first lap around the track alone. Then the caregivers joined them for the second lap. And for the third lap, everyone was invited to walk in support of those fighting cancer.

Teague and Jake (he was diagnosed with Leukemia a year ago).

Each team had a booth to raise more money for ACS. We sold light sabers (made out of pool noodles and pvc) and marshmellow guns. It was a hit! We sold out fast and raised a lot of great money to fight this stupid disease.

Next year promises to be even better!!

A Must Have - for baby

These are my most favorite blankets. And Quinn loves them too. They are the best, light-weight, swaddling blanket you can find. Perfect for summer, too. I LOVE them.

Good news...I haven't found them ANYWHERE for less than $44 (for a 4 pack). I was at Target today....and THEY HAVE THEM for only $30. Same brand. I am hoping the quality is as good.

Summer Summer Summer Time

A few of the things we have been doing...

My sister, Kristine, has been teaching sewing classes in my basement. Elise participated one week and made super cute things - like this headband.

One of our favorite places is to go the "beach" at Oquirrh Lake in Daybreak. It has great sand and the water isn't too bad. Only dumb thing is that there are no bathrooms and not a lot of shade. But the kids are always happy and busy.

Cub Camp! I got to spend a day there and let me tell you that is FUN. ;) The boys loved it.

Teague fell out of the trampoline and hit is tooth on a chair. It chipped his permanent tooth pretty good. Thank heavens our neighbor is a dentist. It is all better.

Free lunch at Chick-Fil-A (only if you dressed up like a cow). We made these dumb little hats off patterns on the internet. It was hilarious but it was free.

Relay for Life

The American Cancer Society sponsors Relay for Life events in towns throughout the country. It is an opportunity to bring people together to celebrate survivors and those fighting cancer. Our friends the Jamiesons decided to get involved and start Relay for Life in Riverton. It the first year. Their little boy, Jake, was diagnosed with leukemia last year. They have been such great examples to us. It has been a tough battle but Jake is doing so well.

The event is held throughout the night - August 7-8th at Riverton High School. Please check out our team page. The money raised helps the American Cancer Society.

You can check out Relay For Life events in your own area.

Start your own team.

Donate (to anyone on our team).

Donate for a lumanaria.

Join our team.

Or just come that night. There will be booths and some entertainment. And you can cheer on those participating.

**Another event coming up on October 2nd is Light The Night. This event takes place at Sugar House park. It is specifically for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. It is a 2 mile walk celebrating those fighting blood cancers and honoring those who have died. The money goes to great research helping people like Kenyon. The LLS has been very good to us and we are so greatful for all they do. Feel free to join us that night as well. I will get a team together for that event as well.

I think we love her

Sewing Camp

My sister, Kristine,
is starting a summer sewing camp for girls 10 and older. They will love it and so will you. Kristine is a talented and creative teacher. You will love what they learn and make. Feel free to spread the word. There are limited spots in each class so that each girl will be able to spend time on the machines and get the help they need to complete their projects.

You can see some of her amazing creations here and here and here and here.

Pre-Reunion Shots

A few other pictures from the trip can be found here and here.