Our Journey

OOPS! I guess I forgot to blog.

2009-11-29T16:48:00.005-07:00

Ok, it's been a while. And I'm sure all you faithful Sanderson blog followers (all two of you) have had to go through some serious withdrawls. So sorry. But, we have been busy! A quick rundown of the fun things we've been doing....

1. Starting school (Spencer, 3rd grade -- Joshua, kindergarten -- and Allie in her 2nd year of pre-school)

2. Gregg and I went to the Dominican Republic in October for 10 days to celebrate our 10th anniversary and had THE BEST time!

3. Fall baseball and BMX bike racing.

4. Gregg had surgery the end of October and I had surgery a week later (we've both been a little out of it).

5. Piano, scouts, work, school, etc...

6. We had the funnest Halloween party EVER!

7. Thanksgiving here at our house.

8. Both Joshua and Spencer's birthday parites

9.Allie's date night with Gregg to Disney Princess on Ice.

10. And now.... visiting Santa, and planning our Christmas vacation. We are taking the kids on a Disney cruise for Christmas. Let's just say, the kids are excited!

Hope you are all well and finally able to get you Sanderson fill!

Sadly, all good things must come to an end

2009-08-23T10:55:00.005-06:00

Well, that time of year when we stay up till 11pm and sleep in late and listen to crickets and swim and take tennis and BMX bike lessons and play with our friends all day and go boating and go to Scout camp and have visitors and go to the beach and have water parties and go to movies and camp and go to Cowabunga Bay and Boondocks and bowling and eat nothing but BBQ and have no homework must come to an end. We've had such a fun summer doing all this and more. Allie started school last week, Spencer starts on Wed. and Josh goes the following week for the big kindergaten. As much as I love summer, I must admit, I'm ready for bedtimes, schedules, and a little "sibling seperation". All this togetherness can drive them (and me) to the brink of...... you know. So, until next year..... happy summer to all!

Last day of school

2009-06-25T08:58:00.002-06:00

Allie and Josh are officially done for the summer. They both LOVED going to pre-school and had great teachers and great friends. Here we go summer.....

Oh Josh!!

2009-06-25T08:50:00.002-06:00

Josh is a graduate! That's right.... from pre-school. They had an adorable program and Josh kept the entire audience entertained (his parents were just acting like they didn't know who's kid that was). So let's play a little game.... you look at the pictures and then vote for what you think Joshua's "senior personality" will be.

a. Most likey to succeed

b. biggest introvert

c. Most athletic

d. CLASS CLOWN

This one's a toughy!

More pictures...

2009-06-19T09:09:00.002-06:00

We've been busy!

2009-06-19T08:54:00.004-06:00

I seem to be getting worse at this whole blogging thing. But for those of you that just can't live without a Sanderson update, you're in luck. I'm back (for how long, no one knows).

Yes, we've been busy. We just got back from a week in Lake Powell with Gregg's family. FINALLY... a tan! We had a great time but forgot our camera. I will get pics up when I steal some from my sister in law.

Baseball season is over and it ended with some tears. Our team went to the championship game and lost by one run. They were such a "Cinderella Story". The other team was undefeated and a bit cocky (to say it nicely). They expected to come and wipe the floor with us. We gave them a serious game. There was real ball played on that field. When it was over, a few of the boys (yep, Spencer too) were crying. Not one was crying over the loss. They were crying because they knew this was the last time they would play as a team. They are all old enough to go to the draft next year. It has been a GREAT 3 years with this team.

Memorial Day was great! We had my brother and his wife and my mom in town. My mom is amazing!!! Spencer has a "beach room" and wanted some palm trees and a sun painted on his wall. So, mom was hard at work all day. It looks fantastic.

We decided Allie was finally old enough to go into a big girl bed. Ok, maybe we are about a year and a half late with this, but she's the third and I've gotten lazy. So, she is very proud of her cute room (another room my mom painted with fairys for her when she was a baby).

Gregg competed in a mountain bike race with some of his hard-core biking buddies. He placed FIFTH! To say the least, we were proud!

We are getting ready to say goodbye to another school year. That's right, we aren't done yet because of the year round schedule here. So, summer is just on the horizon and we are SOOOO excited! Next up, Uncle Brians wedding in St. George.

He may just be the next Motzart. Then again, maybe I'm just his mom!

2009-05-12T10:39:00.002-06:00

Spencer has been hard at work for the past year with piano lessons. He has gotten so good and actually really enjoys it. We never really have to fight about practicing or going to lessons. He was the one that begged us for a year to start taking lessons. Now he seems to really enjoy it. He had his first recital last night. He was SO nervous before the recital. I told him to sit down and practice the song a couple times. He COULD NOT remember it or play it right. Well, like a pro, he pulled it out at the recital (must admit, we were a bit nervous). He did it perfectly! Gregg and I asked him if he was even nervous when he got up there because he didn't look it at all. He said, "I was a little nervous sitting there waiting for my turn. But then I got up there and thought.... well, I'm here. I guess I'll just play the piece". He's such a stud!

SUPRISE!!!!

2009-05-12T10:36:00.002-06:00

About 2 weeks ago we woke the kids up early in the morning and said, "hey, you know what would be a fun thing to do today?..... GO TO DISNEYLAND!!!" Let's just say, the reaction was my FAVORITE part of the trip!!

Let the games begin

2009-05-12T10:28:00.002-06:00

We are in to the spring sports season! Joshua is trying out soccer for the first time. Let's just say, the kids got game! He's awesome out there. He really loves playing and has 2 of his best buddies on his team. Go Blue Shark Dragons!! Kid you not.... that's the name of the team. They let the kids pick!

Spencer is playing baseball with his team again. They are doing great and Spenc is loving it. These boys are so awesome! They are all such great friends and they all adore one another. It has been such a great experience for the kids to play together for the past 3 years. Unfortunately, things get serious starting next year. They have to try out for teams and go into the "draft". Why???!!!! These kids just want to stay together. So, needless to say we are "drinking in" the experience of this last year. They are in second place right now and working hard. Go Rays!

Welcome Spring!

2009-04-12T22:02:00.004-06:00

So, it's been a while. I know you must be dying to know what we've been up to. So, here's a quick recap.....

Spencer went to his first concert. DAVID ARCHULETTA! His friend Ben invited him to go see it in Idaho Falls so we (kids and Shannon and I) drove up to I.F. on March 20th for the big event. He was fantastic and we were in the 4th row. Great seats. Great music. Lots of fun.

We've started soccer and baseball. So basically we are up to some type of practice or game EVERY day! Josh had never even seen a soccer ball. Scored two goals his first game. What can I say, the kids got game! Spenc has reunited with his baseball team from last year. They had such a great season and SOOOO much fun. I'm so glad the kids were able to stay together!

We are enjoying seeing the blooms on the trees and flowers starting to spring up from the ground. Enough of the winter! Easter was wonderful today and we got to enjoy all the fun that goes along with it..... baskets, eggs, church, music, family and food. Cousins Alex, Kelly and Katie came over for Easter and we got to enjoy some great music compliments of Alex. Amazing really!

Gregg was called as the ward executive secretarty today and I as Relief Society teacher (still in scouts). We couldn't believe it.... Gregg is out of Young Mens for the first time in 8 years!! He's really excited to work with our amazing bishop and his councelors. I did tell him that it's time to learn to text!

We hope you are all doing well and enjoyed a wonderful and happy Easter!!!

A Birthday Tea Party

2009-03-18T09:04:00.002-06:00

Allie's four!!! As sad as I am to see my kids get older, I love birthdays. Allie wanted a "tea pot" party this year. So we dug in, invited all her friends, decorated cupcakes, played duck-duck-birthday goose, dressed up, baked and had a great time. The kids all looked so cute, but Allie's little friend Jackson won best dressed. He came in a dapper suit, hair slicked back and wearing calogne. NICE!

Allie is beyond precious! She is outgoing, polite, loving, smart, demanding, in charge, a "singer", a "reader", friendly and adorable. We love all her girliness filling our house. We are total buds these days. She loves hanging out with mommy. And I couldn't be happier about that. HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALLIE GIRL!

I caught me a BOBCAT!!

2009-03-18T09:01:00.003-06:00

That's right, the world of scouting has opened up to us since Spencer turned 8. And it is definatley a whole new world! Spencer absolutely loves it and has already earned his "Bobcat". Now he's a full-fledged Wolf. Go Scouts!

Josh is always good for a laugh!

2009-03-08T19:38:00.002-06:00

Joshua is just always full of joy and laughter and naugtiness and ALWAYS gives us a good story to tell......

The other night, I'm tucking Josh into bed and we're talking and reading and singing, etc. I start telling him how much I love him and how lucky I am to be his mommy. I then tell him that I am the LUCKIEST mommy because God sent me Joshua and all the mommies wanted Josh, but i got him! I told him that mommy and daddy prayed every night for a long time to PLEASE give us Josh. So he says, "Mommy -- ALL the mommies wanted me"? I say, "Yep! ALL the mommies". Josh says, "They all asked Heavenly Father for me"? I said, "yea. Because you were the coolest and sweetest and cutest and bravest and most fun"! He said, "really mommy"? I said, "Absolutely". Then he sits there and thinks about it for a minute then says, "Even the Spanish and China mommies wanted me"? After laughing for a good minute, I said, "Yes Joshua, even the Spanish and China mommies"!!! Man he's fun!!!

Oh yea... it was fun!

2009-02-23T14:55:00.004-07:00

What a fun night. So, I grew up having Academy Awards parties. My mom made us dress up as a favorite movie character, we'd eat, place bets, have a great time. I've renewed the tradition. We had a blast last night. I made everyone walk the red carpet, come in costume (well done by the way) and we played Oscar bingo. A few of the squares.... "Marisa Tomei's character called 'BRAVE', dead person montage ends on Paul Newman, and someone yells out "Yes we can"!!! Congrats to cousin Kelly and Jeff for getting BINGO!!

Costume winner of the night has to go to my cute hubby (for his bravery). He dressed up as Yule Brenner from "The King and I". However, if you didn't look fast, you missed it. He only stayed in it about 10 min. Not that I can blame him! We had a few Juno and Bleeker's, I was ToTo to Allie's Dorthy, Indiana Jones, Danny Zuko, "Angelina Jolie" (cousin Jani with a backpack full of kids), the cast of "Coreline" and just a few that showed up looking quite "dapper" in old bridesmaids dresses and tuxes. Again, well done all!

So, until next year......

A fun weekend

2009-02-23T14:45:00.003-07:00

We had a great weekend with Gregg's sister, Kerry and her kids coming in town. A little snowboarding/skiing, playing, movies and going through the Draper temple openhouse. It is such a beautiful temple. We had a great time and miss the Langstons!!

Did I mention that I can't resist an adorable three year old?

2009-02-21T14:47:00.002-07:00

I'm in love! Allie's started taking a "dance" class (I use the word dance lightly). Let's just say... she's adorable!!

I just can't resist an adorable three year old!!

2009-01-29T15:44:00.002-07:00

I love a three year old. There is no cuter age, in my opinion. And Allie is my last three year old. She will be four in just about a month. It makes me so sad to think I'll never have another 3 year old running around my house (not sad enough to have another baby)... but you get it. So I thought I'd "document" her adorableness. She sings.... ALL THE TIME. Her new fav is the soundtrack to Mamma Mia. She is always dressed up in something "princesssesy" and she carries around stuffed dogs everywhere she goes. She loves school and playing with friends. I just adore this little three year old girl!!!!! How do I stop my kids from growing up??? Please, tell me!

A wonderful Christmas!

2009-01-04T06:17:00.002-07:00

We are so sad to see Christmas be over. We had such a great time. Most my family was here (that would make 19 total in one house). It was crowded, loud, messy, funny, happy, crazy, frestive and wonderful! All the kids played in the snow EVERY day and sled and built igloos. We watched movies, played games, listened to music (compliments of Spencer's 9 months of piano lessons), ATE, saw the lights at Temple Square, cooked, shopped, talked, played the new WII and just had fun. I've been putting all my Christmas away the past 2 days and our house is just so empty and quiet. Well, not exactly "quiet", but "less loud". We miss it!!! Hope you all had a great Christmas!

PERFECTION!!!

2008-12-14T20:46:00.002-07:00

Saturday December 13th was Spencer's big day. He did it... he got baptized. We had such a great day and there were so many people that came to support him. We really were touched by all the support. But uncle Joe wins the prize. He drove up (from St. George) on Friday night with 3 of the kids (Kerry and Kelsey had to stay behind due to Kelsey being in the Nutcracker) then had to turn around Saturday after the baptism to get back for church duties (since he's the bishop). THANK YOU Langstons!! It was just such a nice day and Spencer was beaming. He was so excited the whole day, he could barely stand it. But Spencer's friend (our neighbor), Ky, summed it up.... as soon as Spencer came up out of the water he yelled "Alright Spenc"! All of his friends treated him like a ROCK STAR all day.
Here are a few of the pictures. One with his primary teacher from 2 years ago, Sis. Palmer (the GREATEST primary teacher in the history of primary teachers) and one with our brand new bishop, Bishop Olsen, who we absolutely love.
Thanks again to everyone for all your love and support. You helped make this an extra special day!

these are a few of my favorite things....

2008-11-25T18:52:00.003-07:00

My girlfriend Lisa took pictures of the kids a few weeks ago. She is a great photographer and with a little help from Photoshop, my kids look like models (ok, I am a bit bias). Thanks Lisa!!

Guess what showed up in Rockefeller Center yesterday...

2008-11-15T08:28:00.003-07:00

That's right.... the Christmas tree. Some of you may think it's too early for things like Christmas trees, Christmas music, Christmas shopping. BUT NOT ME!! I absolutely love Christmas. I come from a long line of Christmas lovers. You should have seen my grandparents house at Christmas time. As a little girl, I thought they lived in "winter wonderland". Then there's my mom and dad. It's "winter wonderland 2" over at their house. I love everything about Christmas. Even the snow and cold. It's magical. So, to those of you who are not Christmas lovers, sorry for the Christmas music in November. I waited as long as I could. When Gregg tells me that I seem to "skip over Thanksgiving" I just tell him, "no I dont. I'm just really THANKFUL for Christmas". MERRY CHRISTMAS ALL!!

That's right folks, he's 8!

2008-11-15T08:15:00.003-07:00

Ok, I don't know how this happened, but Spencer is turning 8. I know. I'm shocked!! This is my baby. I used to make him promise me that he wouldn't get older than 4. Then 5. Then 6. It's not working and I don't know how to make this whole growing up thing stop.

Spencer had his birthday party yesterday. We always do it a few weeks early because of the holidays. It just gets too crazy.

We went to Boondocks and had a great time! He had 12 of his friends come and it was as crazy as you might imagine with 13 eight year old boys running around an arcade on a sugar high from birthday cake. But I must say, Spencer has THE COOLEST group of friends. They are the cutest boys. They are all so sweet and good and friendly. He is one lucky little boy.

I can not say enough about Spencer. He is an amazing boy. I am beyond lucky to be his mother. He is joy everyday. He is smart, kind, thoughtful, sensative, funny, loyal and so sweet. He is the greatest big brother. Josh and Allie adore him. Not to mention Gregg and I.

Happy birthday my beautiful boy!!!! Now, stop growing up!!

One spooky night

2008-11-02T13:38:00.003-07:00

Halloween once again! The weather has been beautiful here and we were able to enjoy a REAL, fall, Halloween. Spenc, Indiana Jones. Josh, Iron Man. And Allie, a "blinged out" Dorthy. Anything with sequins and she is thrilled. We had our good friends, the Lintons, over for a spooky dinner of brains (spaghetti) with rat meat balls, pumpkin salad (pumpkin shaped croutons) and cheesy ghost bread. Not to mention the cups dripping in blood and eyeball cupcakes. Too fun. We love Halloween over here!

The trip of a lifetime!!!

2008-10-25T09:24:00.006-06:00

Disney just knows how to do it right. We have heard for years ~ from soooo many people ~ that a Disney cruise was the greatest vacation to take with your family. IT'S TRUE! We spent 3 days at Disney World and then went for a 4 day cruise. Gregg and I agree... if we did it again, we'd skip the whole Disney World part and just head straight for the cruise. We had such a wonderful time..... rides! rides! rides! and more rides! and then cruising and making a stop in the Bahamas to swim with dolphins and then a stop at Disney's island, Castaway Cay, for some snorkeling, swimming and relaxing on a beautiful beach (also seeing the REAL 'Black Pearl' from the Pirates of the Carribean movies). We were running the entire time and we didn't even begin to do everything that they offer. High School Musical Dance off, Oceaneer club where our kids got to make flubber and have treasure hunts, swimming, playing soccer and basketball on the sports court, movies in their theatre and outside on the big screen, live shows, bingo, charecters, pirate party, and dont forget... EATING!! I believe I can see all of us gaining weight in each picture. OH MY!! Our kids keep asking when we can go back. UM?? Have any money saved up kids??? Anyway, AWESOME vacation and we really do hope to do it again. And just so you know....I took over 200 pictures so I really did pair these photos down.

Fall is in the Air and we are LOVING it!

2008-10-07T09:13:00.003-06:00

Last night we took the kids out to Cornbelly's (out at Thanksgiving Point) and had a blast! We went with our wonderful friends, the Freedmans. It's such a fun place to go and enjoy family and Halloween and FALL (my favorite time of year). A little something for everyone.... go cart racing, a jumping pillow, the "princess corner", where Allie got to dress up in princess dresses and sit in Cinderella's pumpkin carriage, pig races, hot chocolate, roping, slides, the corn maze (made into David Archuletta's likeness), the "haunted monster and so much more! Fall is FABULOUS!!!!

Ode to Joshua James....

2008-09-27T16:49:00.003-06:00

My boy is 5!! What can I say about Josh? For those of you that know him well, know that he is a bundle of ....... EVERYTHING!!! I am crazy for this boy AND he can drive me crazy as well. I am so grateful for this boy in my life that really loves his mommy and daddy, adores his older brother and worships his little sister. There is joy bubbling over from every inch of him. And he has a twinkle in his eye to prove it. I cannot imagine life without all the laughter, noise, heart stopping "tricks", emergency room runs, dirt and happiness that Joshua provides. Joshua....You are pure joy and I am beyond grateful that you are mine!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

Things we love about Josh ~

1. His eyes. They are bluer than blue and really do twinkle and sparkle.

2. He has the greatest laugh!

3. The fact that he told me the other day that he knew who the REAL super hero was. When I asked him who, he said, "Jesus".

4. Totally happy 98% of the time.

5. Even at 5 he totally knows who he is and really likes himself.

6. His unending energy (ok, I don't love this all the time but.....)

7. If lizard catching was an olympic sport, Josh would own the gold medal.

8. His love of adventure.

9. He really isn't scared of anything (except for when we ask him to go to the basement and clean up, he's all of a sudden scared of the dark).

10. The fact that he loves my singing. If I tell him there is no time for lullaby's one night he'll ask me to just "sing his name".

11. He's loves to cuddle.

12. No matter what I do to his hair it always looks BEYOND haggered by the end of the day.

13. He's completely oblivious to dirt on any part of his body or the amount in which it accumulates.

14. This morning, when opening our present (a VERY large box with a remote control car) he says, "Man, I hope this isn't a shirt".

15. He has a real and true love of life!!!

Here's to you Joshua and to all the love you bring to our lives. We love you big 5 year old boy!!!!!

ps. For those of you that don't know who this adorable 12 year old girl is in these pictures, she's out neighbor Hannah. Joshua has been IN LOVE with her for the past 2 years. She has come to his past two parties and Joshua is certain this is his soul mate. Hannah is so awesome to come to a birthday party with a bunch of 5 year olds. You rock Hannah!!!!

The best job around

2008-09-21T20:56:00.002-06:00

I can say this now that I have just come home from vacation and am well rested and back to the "honeymoon" stage with my kids..................being a mom really is the best job around!! I so completely adore these "babies" of mine. They are each so unique and have such fun personalities. Spencer is my "rock". He is such a good boy and is so helpful. He loves so much and is loved by everyone who knows him. Josh is our "what's he gonna do next" kid. No matter what he does he has us laughing and running to the emergency room for yet another round of stiches. There is no one else in the world with as much twinkle in their eye!! And Allie is our "all girl with punch" (I heard my sister refer to her daughter this way and it really fits). It is so fun to have all her girliness running around the house. We catch her constantly singing, pretending, twirling and admiring herself in the mirrior. She is absolutely adored and worshiped by her brothers! Good thing she adores them back. They are the PURE joy in my life. Now, ask me about them in a few days when the relaxation of the vacation has worn off, and they may be PURE something else. But for now, I just feel complete joy and awe at how lucky I am to be the mother of these precious children!! Like I tell my kids everyday, "I'm the luckiest mommy in the world"!

AHHH... Vacation!!

2008-09-21T10:19:00.005-06:00

Oh ~ Mexico really is the perfect place to go for a relaxing vacation! Gregg and I just got back from 6 wonderful days in Cancun/Playa del Carmen with our friends Brandon and Monica. We had the greatest time!! We were able to relax by the pool and ocean, scuba dive (my very first ocean dive), go to the ruins at Tulum (while getting drenched in a downpour), play Canasta every night (card game that the GIRLS won), snorkel at Xel Ha, SLEEP, ride wave runners, shop, bargain, LAUGH, eat more chips and guacamole than I'd like to admit, and just plain old relax. It was sooooo great! Now we are home and getting back to reality and peeling (I swear I wore 30 spf the entire time). Thank you so much to everyone for helping with our kids while we were gone. A vacation (vacations are without kids, trips are with kids) really is needed more often than I'm taking them. Thank you Mexico!!!!!

Labor Day

2008-09-04T14:51:00.004-06:00

We had a great time for Labor Day. We had over 50 family members come out to our house for a BBQ. It was sort-of a last minute thing, so we were so glad to see such a great turn out. Great music, great food, great conversation, lots of laughs, and a big "shout out Happy Birthday" to cousins Carrie and Jonathan!!

We're back to school

2008-09-04T14:08:00.002-06:00

That's right....all 3 kids in school. Of course, not at the same time. Our carpool schedule is ridiculous, but I'll do anything at this point to be down one kid. Spencer started about 3 weeks ago and is loving 2nd grade. He's so easy. His teachers always love him and he always has a million friends. Josh started yesterday and is in his 2nd year of pre-school (that means he's like a "senior" on campus). He loves school and is bored only going 3 days a week. Allie (MY BABY!!!) started today. Talk about a social butterfly. She LOVED school and goes with 3 of her very best friends. 2 days a week is just NOT enough for all the socializing she has to do.

FIRE!!!!!

2008-08-25T16:15:00.002-06:00

So, I'm sitting in my room today, folding laundry when all of a sudden I look out the window to see a massive fire burning on the mountain behind us. All of a sudden the phone starts ringing off the hook....friends making sure that we are ok. There was a very scary period (as I watched just how fast the fire could envelope a full grown tree and take it down) where I thought "alright, what do I pack up and put in my car since my house very well may burn down this afternoon." Fortunately the wind is working in our favor and blowing to the north, out of the canyon. And, as for now, we don't seem to be in any immediate danger. The news is saying that the fire is 0% contained and there have now been 20 house evacuations and 100 acres burned. But, again, where we are seems to be JUST out of the danger zone. With that said...I still don't think I'll go to sleep tonight. Thanks for all the calls and for checking on us to make sure that we are ok.

Summer comes to a close

2008-08-17T20:29:00.001-06:00

Just more great summer memories!! We can't possibly be closing in on fall yet.

Summer comes to a close

2008-08-17T20:02:00.002-06:00

We have had the greatest summer. It's gone by so FAST!! Since we are on a year-round school schedule here we only get 6 weeks of summer and we really pack it in. It started with 4th of July weekend and ended with a great week with my sister, her 3 kids and my mom coming for a visit from Texas. In between we had an 11 day RV trip to Oregon, swim lessons, Fathers and sons campout, sleepovers, more swimming and a visit from Gregg's family. As great as it was for them to be here, they unfortunetly came for the funeral of Gregg's sweet grandpa. We were grateful that they could all make it though. So as I frantically try to get our house and kids ready to get back on a schedule, I'd first like to remember all the wonderful things about summer. We will miss the swimming, popsicles, bike riding, scooters, hikes, vacations, visitors, sleeping in, slip and sliding, friends playing all day, sunshine, the sound of crickets at night, catching lizards, barbeques and just the great LAZY DAYS OF SUMMER!!!

Summer Fun

2008-08-14T11:27:00.002-06:00

Family is in town and we are having the greatest time! My kids are in heaven when they have their cousins close by. We have been to Snowbird, Temple Square and BYU....so far.....

Oregon Coast Trip

2008-08-14T11:19:00.003-06:00

Gregg and I took an 11 day RV trip through the Oregon coast. We had a GREAT time. There was a lot of dirt and bicycle riding and running in the Ocean and catching frogs and fun! My kids are more impressed with sleeping in an RV than any other trip we could take them on. We had so much fun but were happy to finally get back home and sleep in our own beds and do a few loads of wash. Here's to Oregon!