Canning at Grandma & Grandpa Ray's

If any of you have a garden they know how busy this time of year can be. The girls are learning first hand how to harvest and can homegrown vegetables from the garden. Grandma and Grandpa Ray have been putting out this huge garden for over 40 years now. Crazy!

Hangin Out with Curtis & Shandy

Fun at the park, playing with sparklers, and Camilla chasing Lola...good times.

Hangin Out with the Oram's

The only home-cooked meal we all got to enjoy on our adventure to Washington was from the Oram household. Thanks to all the Oram's for your hospitality. It was so fun to just hang somewhere for a while. And Courtney and Camilla loved being able to hold new baby Cannon (sp?). Congrats to Maile and Nate.

Vallene LRa Dunkley Bell

I'm sure Grandma Bell was smiling from above to see so many of her children gathered in one place. There were so many family members that we had not seen in so long. It was nice to visit with each of them and get a glimpse into thier lives. I learned so many wonderful qualities about Vallene Bell that I never knew before. Thank you Grandma Bell...you truly were an amazing woman.

I want to climb that Mountain

As we were on our long journey west, Camilla kept commenting on how she wanted to climb one of the mountains. Then at one point when everyone had to stop for a rest stop she said, "Can't I just run up and around that mountain and use the bathroom." I have no doubt that someday she probably will be climbing a mountain.

Visiting Childhood Memories

On our way to Washington last week, we journeyed through Ucon, Idaho where Michael grew up. We were able to see the house he grew up in. Luckily the house is owned by a cousin of his so he graciously let all of us roam through the house. It was fun for Michael to reminisce about the good ole' days. He always talks about how perfect his childhood was.

Kids!!??

On any given day at the Clark's you won't find two quiet little girls playing. You will usually find atleast 8 different kids at the house. Here are a few I captured. The others were playing video games. Neighbor friends, church friends or cousins... they are all usually there. I always wanted a house full of kids, but this deal works even better...I can have them for the afternoon and then they can go home!! Michael usually goes along with it, or heads out for some golfing.

The Lake

Here is Sam Hiatt knee boarding. Courtney, Camilla, Melissa, and Kaleigh had a good time playing while Uncle Bub watched. And yes...Bubby is from Kentucky and proud of it.

The Family

All the Ray clan was in town for the 4th of July. We had a great time. This was taken at Courtney & Melissa's Softball game. This is Aunt Jean Hiatt from Muncie, Ind., Cousins Allie, Kasey, Jessie Noe from Tennessee, Stan Himes, Cole Priebe, & Eli Hiatt from Muncie.

Primary Fun

Here is a fun Primary Activity we had at the park. We had gutter sundaes with all the kids after having some fun playing games and making cool little bug boxes. They had a good time.

Camilla's Gymnastics

Camilla asked Michael to build her a balance beam. She is in gymnastics and learning so many neat things and she wanted to practice at home. So, one day Michael whipped one out for her. Pretty good huh!

Courtney is lookin like a true "Hoosier"

Some friends of ours rented the city pool for a party so we made the most of it. Michael couldn't resist the water slide.
So maybe Michael shouldn't be hitting fly balls to Courtney before her game. At least he hit one of his own. Courtney gets her good looks from her Mother.
Kim decorated the lake house for Kinsey and Patrick's graduation party. She is amazing!
Kelly striking a pose!
Camilla decided she wanted to be one of the big girls and go off the diving board.

Day at the Zoo / Taking one for the Team

I had the day off work so I took the girls to the zoo. Nice Catfish eh?
Whoever said those softballs were soft is a freakin liar! I took one for the team, what can I say I'm a die hard. By the way we lost 15-2

Kim's Girl's Camp

ok. We are getting a lot of slack for not keeping up with our blog. We are so sorry for slacking. But, what can I say...other than these last two months are a complete blurr. Anyway, making a "not so fun" trip to Kentucky, tending to Grandpa Ray who was in the hospital three times in a week...and this week being at girl's camp for four days...yikes! I'm exhausted! Anyway, here are pics from camp. The group of girls are my youth leaders I worked with. I am so impressed with the strenghth of our youth. They are amazing. They strengthen me! Anyway, the other picture is of our ward unit. It was a wonderful experience. I urge any of you that have the chance to be a part of it to do so.

Our Other Ball Player

Courtney is doing so well in softball. She is so brave and we are very proud of her. She looks so little compared to the others. What a cutie!

Sam's Graduation

Our Cousin, Sam Hiatt, graduated from High School this week. He was valedictorian of his senior class and will be attending Butler University in the fall to study pharmacy. Way to go you studly boy!

Goodbye to Preschool

Camilla had her preschool graduation on Saturday. I always thought it was kind of crazy to have a graduation for preschool...but they sang songs and had a good time at the park. We were proud of her.

Camilla's 1st T-Ball Game

Camilla had her first T-ball game on Saturday. It was pretty fun watching these little kids play. A week ago Michael went out and bought them the whole gear for them to play ball. From cleats to batting glove to helmet and of course their own bag to carry everything in. I think he's pretty excited to have some ball players in the family!

Kim's Birthday

Kim had a great Birthday, thanks to her wonderful husband! We went to Kim's favorite Mexican restaurant and they put this giant sombrero on her head. It was pretty funny. Thanks Mom and Dad C. for the angel. You are the best!!

Spring Fun

I took Courtney golfing last week, she loves golf especially when I let her drive the cart.
It was Grandma Ray's Eighty first birthday on Saturday so we had a party with the family.
Camilla loves animals, we found this baby rabbit in our backyard she wanted to keep it in her room, but mom said no freakin way.
Courtney took this picture, I'll have you know I missed the green by thirty yards.

Kinsey curled Courtney's hair for her talent show at school. She sang, "Animal Crackers in my Soup".