The "Gabe" reunion!

We had our Gabrielsen family reunion at the Salem pond. We had good food, fun games... which inevitably ended in a water balloon fight and good memories. We shared stories about Grandma and Grandpa Gabe and spent quality family time together! Eternity is going to be FUN with all those folks!!

Our family in front of the Salem pond!

Hanging out!

I love this shot of the water in mid-air!!

The water balloon fight!!

Most of the family!

Oquirrh Mountain Temple open house!!

We went to the Oquirrh Mountain Temple open house while in Utah. There is such a special spirit there. As we walked through the beautiful temple, I kept thinking what a peaceful place it is and how it's beauty is far removed from the world. Even the little children knew to be reverent and while walking through were gaining testimonies of the importance of the temple. I love the temple and am grateful for the power and strength it has given me!

I love this picture of Dorothy looking at the temple!

The kids running around after the open house!

About half the group (the lady could not figure out my camera!)

The beautiful Temple!

The 4th of July!!

My brother Evan and wife Kelly hosted the family party on the fourth. We had hamburgers and Cheetos as they were requested by my parents. We ate, hung out, rode the four wheeler, had tank wars, watched fireworks, and appreciated this great nation!! After living in Russia now for 3 1/2 years, my parents shared with us how lucky we are to be citizens of the USA!!!

Kyra, Dorothy, and Lillian

Riding on the four wheeler!!

James and Preston watch the sunset!

Watching the firework show!!

Sparkler fun!

Grandma visits!!

My mother in law finished her concert tour here so she decided to stay a few days to spoil her grand babies and kiss their cheekers!! We had so much fun playing with grandma!

The Mormon tabernacle choir at red rocks!

After the concert

Playing at home!

ps- Preston cried the whole way home from the airport!!

Little Swimmers!!!

Spending the summer at the pool everyday is not just for Florida! We get up everyday and head to the pool!! Here are some pictures of our summer so far!!!

Belle Camp!!

For this year's princess camp Dorothy choose... Belle and Sleeping Beauty. Last week was Belle camp (Sleeping Beauty is in July) They painted nails and did make-up, watched the movie, learned a dance, and did all sorts of princess crafts. She loved it and cannot wait until Sleeping Beauty camp!!

Dorothy before camp with Violet

Teaching Preston her dance!

During the 'finale recital'

With Mommy and Daddy!
(her fan club!)

Once again this is proof this camp is no sham!!
Where else can you get such an official looking certificate?

Happy Father's Day!!!

I just wanted to wish my wonderful husband a happy Father's day and tell him how much I love him and how glad I am that he choose to spend his life with us!! You are a wonderful father and we appreciate how hard you work for our family!! Happy Father's day, James!!!

I took these pictures of the kids as Father's Day gift for James.