Island Park 2011

We took our annual trip up to Island Park with my family. Scott, the girls, and I drove up to Blackfoot and spent the night with Grandpa Layton. We got up and finished our grocery shopping for the cabin and headed off to Island Park. My parents and Tyler met up with us along the way so we could all arrive at the same time. Once we got things put away we sat down for a game of cards. Poor Bailey was so tired!
This was our stunning view each morning. I think dad, Bailey, and I were the only ones to wake up early enough to enjoy the sun coming up. I love the mist on the water and the peaceful sounds of nature in the morning.

Cute Hannah Kay all ready to play (above) and after a busy day (below)

Bailey has started making this funny face when she coos at us. I love it! We were on our way to Yellowstone and she was confused to have me sitting in the seat behind her. Kind of fun to be able to see her while we were in the car. Hannah and I enjoyed a nice ride in the very back of the car together.

Scott and the girls by the waterfall

Tyler, Ian and Hannah in front of a gyser

Bailey loved being out walking around Yellowstone. The weather was perfect!

Dad, Mom, Hannah, Mike, Bailey, Scott, Norm, David, Ian, Jamie, and Tyler

We stopped at this little picnic area for lunch. Everyone was happy to be out of the car for a few minutes. We got to see several Elk and one lone Buffalo while we were driving through the park. It was a great, peaceful day for all of us.

Hannah, me and Bailey

We walked around West Yellowstone and did a little shopping. Hannah found this cute bear and stopped for a picture.

Dad spent some time cleaning windows at the cabin. He takes this job seriously and will spend a good deal of time cleaning inside and outside windows until you can't see any finger prints on them. Way to go dad!
Saturday we decided to rent a jet ski for the day. Hannah and Scott rode it over from the boat dock. She was so excited! Everyone had a good time going for rides. I'm not sure who had more fun, the kids or the adults.
Hannah and I got in and did some swimming. We couldn't convince the boys to swim much with us but we sure had a good time. Hannah's swimming lessons were so good for her. She did great in the lake!
Dad even got Scott, Ian, David, and I all out for a bike ride. We all rode around the Island and had a great time. Dad had to go a lot slower than he's used to but he was very patient with all of us slow pokes. I think we will be taking our bikes every now from now on. Next year we will have to try going a little further. Grandpa Layton let us use his four wheelers and that was fun for all. Dad even got mom to go for a ride to the gate on one.

We all got up Sunday morning to pack up, clean the cabin and get ready to head home. Another fun and successful trip to the cabin. We missed all of those who weren't able to come this year.