Boise/McCall Trip

Craig got a week off from school in between semesters so we decided to head back to Idaho to visit family.  Brooklyn and I headed out early and left Craig to join us when he finished up finals.  Brooklyn and I flew out on August 15th and Brooklyn did pretty well again.  She had a small melt down on the flight from Minneapolis to Boise but luckily we didn't get any nasty looks from anyone and the people sitting next to us were super nice.  Once we were in Boise we stayed with my parents and just relaxed.  We swam almost everyday, it was nice to get a little tan.

A little tummy time in the pool

We ate a ton of peaches off of my parents trees (I think I ate about 3 a day), visited with some old friends, ate Costa Vida, went boating a few times, got family pictures, read, and just relaxed.

At first Brooklyn was a little unsure about the life jacket but she did pretty well with it. It was so nice to get out on the lake and be able to ski a few times and just spend time out on the water.  It had been way to long.  Luckily I was able to get up the first try, I was a little uncertain.

My whole family was able to get together for family pictures. It was so nice to see everyone. My mom did a great job choosing outfits for everyone and I can't wait to see the final product, I bet they turned out great.

Brooklyn loved spending time with all of the family.  She especially loved spending time with her Uncle Tucker.  T is great with all of his nieces and nephews and is by far the favorite uncle.  She loved watching Sports Center with him.

First time on the swing. All she wanted to do was eat the chain

Once Craig got into town on the 23rd we spent a few more days in Boise. He shadowed a few doctors to try and get a feel for the area and he also golfed with his Dad and brother. We then headed up to McCall for the rest of the week with Craig's family. While we were up in McCall we ate at our favorite places (My Father's Place, Si Bueno, Pancake House, Ice Cream Alley), Craig golfed, we walked around downtown and by the lake, had a lot of fires in the back yard, and went boating.

While we were up there my only form of exercise was walking (since I still can't run), so each morning we bundled up Brooklyn and went for walks.  Most of the time she fell asleep, but she seemed to enjoy them.  Aunt Missy made her the super cute hat and I'm glad she had the chance to wear it and the jumpsuit, because she sure won't need them in Memphis right now.

We love to walk around downtown and at the park by the lake. It is always fun to see all the boats and to go into the different shops.

We took the boat out on Payette Lake and had a picnic (which is the only reason her life jacket is off, I swear the boat is stopped) and then we decided to take Brooklyn on a little tube ride.  She was a little unsure about it at first but once we started moving(very slowly mind you) she was laughing and smiling, even when the cold water would splash up and hit her legs.  I also got in after and skied.

Each morning we would eat breakfast out on the patio and each evening we would have a fire and make S'mores.  As you can see Brooklyn loved the fire. Luckily she didn't try to reach for it.

We flew back to Memphis on Labor Day.  Brooklyn was awesome.  She took an hour and 15 minute nap on the second flight, which was more than half of the flight.  It was so nice to be able to fly back with Craig.  What a difference a second pair of hands can make.  Our baby girl is now a seasoned traveler.  Hopefully we will be able to make it back to Boise again for Christmas.  We can't wait to see everyone again.  It is always so nice to get to spend time with family. All in all we had a great trip but it was nice to get back to our own house and Brooklyn into her crib.