Skeptic, no more

On Saturday, we went to the Spokane County fair. The girls love the hypnotist show. We saw it last year, and even though it was entertaining, I was very skeptical. I thought the people up there were merely faking it. Anyway, to our shock Justin and Derek (Justin's sister-in-law's fiance) were chosen to be hypnotized! It was so hilarious, yet nerve-raking at the same time. Of course the Hypnotist had Justin do the weird things such as yelling out, "Who's your Daddy" and then spanking his rear and being the first guy to become pregnant.

Here he is starting out... wide awake.

Not 5 minutes later, here he is.

One of his creative ways to say his famous line.


Thinking he is the first man to become pregnant and give birth.
(It's hard not to shake the camera when you're laughing)

Needless to say, I am no longer a skeptic about hypnotism. Thanks Justin for a great night of entertainment, it was so worth the price of admission to the fair!!! I'm sure Cody & Janae can't wait to see the DVD.

Summer comes to an end...

The girls are in their 1st week of school; Randi is in 8th grade and Lani unbelievably is in her senior year. We had a fun-filled last month of summer. We didn't seem to have as much time together, but it was definitely quality time.

Since the girls and I went to California during spring break, Richard was determined to get in some surfing of his own. So, we spent a few days on the Oregon coast. We stayed at a wonderful place on the beach.

Randi is always able to entertain herself as well as us. She found this humongous
seaweed and played Indiana Jones with it.

The weather wasn't the greatest, so to pass the time the girls had a contest to see who could make the biggest hair

(BEFORE)

(AFTER)

Papa & Rylan

On the way back from Oregon, we stopped in to help Justin & Khea move in to their home. We also attended their sealing, which was beautiful and the highlight of our trip.

Khea's parents

Chris & Chandler Hair drove down to join us. It was so great to see them!

Our last summer fun day was spent at Silverwood Theme Park. We met this awesome family the Rogers, who we love playing with! I was especially ecstatic about not getting sick on the roller coasters, although I stayed clear of the whirly twirly ones.

Jordan, Lani, Randi, and Chandler

As you can see, we all had a blast!

Lani giving a try at the driving range. It's right next to a shopping center parking lot, so I was worried about slicing it and beaning someone on the head. We tried to get as much tennis, pickleball, raquetball, & volleyball in as we could before our warm summer days are gone.

Richard & Randi went on a backpacking trip to Fishtrap lake. It' about a 2 mile hike in. Richard was supposed to go on a Scout outing, but it was cancelled. Randi is always such a trooper and decided to spend the night in the great outdoors with her dad.

This is her catch of the day. They look like minnows, but they're actually bass. She insisted on bringing them home and having me cook them for her to eat. She would of got more fish if she opened a can of tuna.

This pic is really tiny, but this is Lani cheering at the first football game. She is the one stunting on the left. Don't ask who won...the cheerleaders had nothing to do with that.

A summers day at the river with Janae and Randi and getting thrown from the hot dog. And yes, I did lose another watch. That makes two watches and a pair of glasses, I guess I will have to remove all accessories from my person whenever I get near water.

Georgia visit

This is Rylan Yoshio Sherman. Lani & I traveled out to Georgia to see the newest Sherman.

He's so adorable and cuddly. We definitely have Rylan withdrawls! We had a great time visiting.

Thanks Khea & Justin for showing us around Georgiaand making our stay so comfy.

Rylan and Dad

Justin is a great dad, I'm proud of you Justin.

This was before Rylan's blessing.

Lani LOVED holding Rylan

Hangin out on the base at Fort Bennion

Ranger school obstacle course

This is the log Justin had to carry on his shoulders

up a hill whenever he made a mistake

Water (something) course, I forgot what it's called

This is where Justin works

Where has summer gone?

June and July was the "camp" months, which sure makes the summer fly by. Doesn't seem like we've had much family time, but we squeeze in what we can.

Randi, Lani, and I spent a few days at Girls camp for our church youth group. I'm the camp director so it was really great to spend time with both Randi & Lani there. This is Lani's last year at camp (the girls can go for 6 years).

Next Lani had a 2 week tennis camp at Whitworth college; she's getting her new grip/serve down... and preparing for an incredible senior year in tennis next spring. She's going to give Ric a run for his money when he comes home and plays her. She then was off to a 4 day cheerleading camp this past week (today is the last day) at Eastern University. They do a lot of stunting and learn new routines, etc. She's had to wake up at 5am and the classes last until 9pm, so she's pretty sore and pooped.

Richard, Janae, Cody, Lani, and Randi went to the midnight premiere of Harry Potter. The girls dressed up, the guys refused (the duds). They had fun seeing alot of people they knew since there were 3 theaters open for the showing.

I have been working a bit more (to pay for all of Lani's camps!) and trying to redo the basement and other rooms in the house. It's also been volunteer month for me. I was able to be CubScout day camp nurse for a day. The only incident was a mini pocket knife cut. I also worked at Hoopfest in my work's first-aid tent. Hoopfest is a huge 3 on 3 basketball tournament downtown. It was a blast... never applied so much moleskin in my life! This last weekend Lani & I volunteered at the Veteran's Wheelchair games. We checked in the athletes and assigned their medical supplies to them. It was so incredible to hear their stories, life changing for sure.

Richard is recuperating from a blood clot, he's supposed to be taking it easy for 4-6 weeks. He has been a bit more compliant after the Dr. told him he would hospitalize him if he didn't stay down.

Ric is doing great. He is the financial secretary now and is in the mission home enjoying some American goodies. He still has a district he's over so he goes out around 4pm and continues to teach.

This is the size racquet I need.

Setting up camp at Girls camp

Randi and Hailey at Hoopfest Randi and friends before Harry Potter movie.
Lani and Janae
Ric and his companions at Sylvia's baptism

(Ric's looking a bit lean there)

Half way there!

Today is the one year mark for Ric as a missionary. We sure miss him, the house isn't the same without him. His mission accomplished their goal for May by baptizing 302 new members. I know they worked extremely hard and sacrificed much for the Lord's work in finding those searching.

Happy Birthday Mama!

No one could ask for a better mom! We are so blessed and grateful to have such an amazing mom who always has our backs. Happy Birhday! You are loved mom!