Favorite pictures from Montana

This picture was taken with Corey's iPhone. Neat light captured from the fire.

MONTANA PICTURE ALBUM

Recently, I have started to research the purchase of a digital SLR camera to replace my Canon Powershot G10 point and shoot. I am getting closer to my decision but still need to consult with my favorite photogs, Kelly and Ian. I am liking the specs on a Canon EOS Digital Rebel T1i. Despite my desire for a more sophisticated camera, I am pretty happy with the results from the Canon Powershot G10.

Sula in Sula

Of course we had to take this picture and take Sula to Sula, Montana.

A natural born trekker, she loved the wilderness of Idaho.

Such water babies, enjoying a soak in the natural hotspring pools.

Leslie is Sula's new BFF.

Ella learning how to give Sula kisses.

Sula was an amazing traveler. She loved the plane ride and took the change-up in schedule like a pro. Well mostly, there were a few 3 am wake-up calls. She learned how to climb stairs at the outdoors shop in Missoula and took a few steps with the assistance of a baby-walker outside in the lawn at the Goeltzs'.

Montana we love you!

We spent our summer holiday in western Montana, July 9 - 16th. The Goeltz family opened up their home to us and showed amazing hospitality. Their homestead of 6 acres is just south of Florence off of highway 93, approximately 20 miles south of Missoula. We spent our mornings sipping hot cups of coffee while watching the kiddos play and in the evenings we shared good conversation with friends (drinking glasses of Single Hop from the Bitterroot Brewery) while in the presence of gorgeous sunsets over the Bitterroot Mountains. It was a trip that renewed our spirit and reminded us why we love Montana. Here are some of the highlights:

The Goeltz Family and Corey on our hike to Jerry Johnson Hotsprings in the Clearwater National Forest, Idaho. Taking a soak with Sula in these primitive hotsprings was stellar.

Corey had his moment at the Bitterroot Brewery with Huey Lewis.

We took a Sunday drive down through the Big Hole Valley to Dillon, Montana. The weather was unstable all day with lots of dramatic sky and intense thunderstorms.

Growlers, yum! I want one now.

Corey sharing good conversation with Jonah. The Malo Family had the crew over to their lovely home for a great summer BBQ.

Cribs Part 2

Sula has mastered the skill of standing up in her crib now and she really thinks it is fun. It is cute to watch her get down by just kind of falling. Enjoy this video.

Cribs Part 1

Sula has been working very hard at learning how to stand up in her crib. Here is a video taken just about a week ago. You will see that she can't quite make it all the way up but she sure is trying. It's very cute, enjoy!

I see trouble coming, here comes Sula!

Sula got some new teeth this weekend. Two of them popped up on the top and they are growing fast. Check out what else she is up to....

This is her new set of wheels! She can balance pretty good on this toy already.

Investigating the stereo equipment. She likes to get up on her knees now for a new vantage point.

"Hmmmm this looks interesting." There she goes again.

She can pull herself up on things now and stand up for a short time.

Speed crawler with her favorite puffs.

Father's Day Weekend

Sula with her 2nd cousin Kayden, these two trouble makers share the same room at Sandcastles Child Care.

Sula having a blast at Perkins.

Sula dressed pretty for the family wedding on Saturday.

I am happy to report that everyone remained healthy this weekend. Unlike last week, when Corey and I suffered through a bad case of Strep Throat. Thankfully, Sula never caught the Strep. Even so, it was a massive challenge taking care of her while we were both sick.

We began what was a gorgeous Saturday, by going to the Mill City Farmers Market in Minneapolis. I was on the hunt for some good local strawberries. Then it was off to cousin Kyle and Sally's wedding. Sula remained on her best behavior, allowing us to spend lots of time visiting with family.

To celebrate Father's Day today we went to breakfast at Perkins, by Corey's request of course. Unfortunately, rain foiled most of our plans for the rest of the day. We intended to go to Back to the 50's at the State Fairgrounds and then to the Stone Arch Festival in Minneapolis. However, we were not prepared to run about with a baby in the rain. Instead we relaxed at home and then went for ice cream at the Pumphouse Creamery. What a local treat, this is my new favorite ice cream place!