Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Reynolds!!

On Friday, February 13, 2009, Matt and Brianna tied the knot! It was a beautiful day and we couldn't be happier for them. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Reynolds!! Here are a few pictures from the beautiful wedding. Becky and Brittany have more on their blogs from throughout the day. These are just a few I had on hand.

The beautiful, happy couple!!

My handsome hubby

Peli was bustin' out the hang loose sign all day!

I love this picture of Leslie and Lance

I look kinda scary here, but I was so happy to be with my Dallas that I had to post it!

Texas vs. the Nation

On Saturday, the 31st of January, Dallas played in the college all-star bowl game Texas vs. the Nation. This is a game where all-star players affiliated with the state of Texas play against all- stars from around the nation. Because of his name, Dallas was selected to represent the Texas team! He left on Sunday, January 25 to El Paso, TX to begin preparing for the game. It was a busy and exciting week for him- lots of meetings, practices, and interviews. That Wednesday, Dallas' parents, his Grandma Ruth, and I all flew to El Paso to see him. On Thursday, Lance Jr. flew in as well! This was my first time to Texas and it was so much fun! El Paso is right on the border of Mexico. In fact, some parts of the freeway and some of the roads are pretty much all that separate Juarez, Mexico and El Paso! Saturday was the all-star game and it was fun watching players from all over the country come together and have the ability to play a game in less than one week. Dallas did a fantastic job and I am so proud of him! We all had a great time in El Paso supporting Dallas and enjoyed being able to spend some time with him. I love you, Dallas! Nice work!!

Here are a few pictures from the trip!

Here are two pictures taken from the car on the freeway looking into Mexico!

Here is Dallas in his Texas jersey... it was so weird to see him wearing RED!

My Texas sized portion of country fried steak! It was huge!

University of Texas El Paso stadium--where the game was played.

During warm-ups. Look for #65!

Running onto the field. You can't tell from these pictures, but there were 45,000 fans there! That is quite a few for one of these types of games!

Leaving the field.


Warming up some snaps (toward bottom)

Udate coming... SOON!

I've been a slacker, I know!! I am planning on updating soon, so stay tuned!!

Over the River and through the Woods to Gram's House We Go!

Last Thursday my mom, dad, and Brett brought Dennis out to Utah to get ready for school. Since Dennis just came home from his mission, we decided to go visit my dad's parents in Idaho. On Friday while Dallas was getting ready for the big game with the rest of the team, I went with my family to Pocatello to visit Gram and Grandpa Bob. It was so good to see them and to catch up with them. They are amazing people and I am proud to be their granddaughter. Here are some memorable photos at their home.

Gram and me

Grandpa Bob, Gram, me

Grandpa, Gram, Dennis

Uncle Jim, Dad, Grandpa, and Gram

WELCOME HOME, DENNIS!!!

A couple of weeks ago my little brother (well, not so little anymore!) came home from his mission!! Dennis served for two years in the Argentina, Mendoza mission. It was soooo good to see him and I am so excited for him to be going to the Y! We will have lots of fun going to the football games together. I had a great time in CA with ALL of my siblings! We almost had our ENTIRE family together (minus Dallas--Fall Camp). That hasn't happened in over two years! It was a blast hearing about Dennis' adventures in Argentina and hearing him speak Spanish and English with a thick accent. Welcome home, Den! We love you!

Elder Steele, fresh off the plane!

Looking around, realizing that he's really home

Stunned at how big our little Brett is!

Starting to adjust and showing us some souvenirs

Look at this mate (sp?) cup! Crazy!

Dallas and I can't wait to have you over to hang out with us, Den! We love you!

Final Days of Summer...

Since it's almost been about a month and a half since my last post and SO MUCH has been happening, I thought it about time time to update!!!

BYU Football has officially begun!! Dallas had his season opening game last Saturday and it was a blast! We played Norhtern Iowa and won 17-41. Dallas has made a big position change over to Center since Tom Sorenson had shoulder surgery (get well soon!) and did a great job with his new assignment. Matt started at Left Tackle and it was so much fun watching them out there together. My whole family was able to attend the game (minus J.T. and Britney) and it was so nice to have everyone there. Here are some pictures from the game. Way to go, babe!!

Dallas and me before the game

Dallas running out of the tunnel

Dallas and Matt after the "Haka" #65 (Dallas) and #70 (Matt)

Dallas' first play at Center and Matt's at L. Tackle

Good job boys! We think you're amazing!!! Rah, rah, rah rah rah... Goooo Cougars!!

Happy 4th of July!!

Happy Fourth of July everyone!!

I know that it's a little bit late, but Dallas and I took some well needed time away. We have been in Bear Lake the last two weeks and over the fourth--we had a blast!! Dallas and I went up around June 20th to Bear Lake, just the two of us. We decided not to bring any water equipment up with us, but brought the family Rhino instead (it's a side by side four-wheeler... sooo fun!). It was nice to get away and to spend some time outdoors with each other. We loved taking the Rhino on lots of trails, splashing through giant mud puddles, and the pretty views from the mountain tops. And we both enjoyed just relaxing and being together! We were able to stay there for about a week and then came home for just a day to do some laundry. The next day we took Matt back up with us and brought the boat and jet skis. It took me about a day to get over my fear of open water (I go through this every year), but after that I was good to go! A few days later the rest of Dallas' family joined us and we all had such a great time. We both loved all the time that we were able to spend out on the beautiful lake, our milkshakes from LaBeau's, and spending time at Grandma Ruth's condo. Thank you Grandma Ruth for making it all possible and to Lance and Leslie for all that you did for us up there--we know it was hard work!!

Since I didn't get to throw up a post for the fourth I will just say how extremely grateful I am to live in such a wonderful country and for the freedoms that I take for granted everyday. When I sit back and think about the sacrifices that so many men and women have made to protect those freedoms I am humbled. Bless the troops-- I love the U.S.A.!!


CAUTION: LOTS of pictures!!!

On the way up we stopped at the Maddox Steakhouse. The fried chicken is the best and a trip to Bear Lake wouldn't be complete without it!

I had to post this picture. On our way through Logan there was a group of men on motorcycles "packing some heat." Look carefully right below the man's hip. Crazy!

Taken on our first Rhino trip at the top of a mountain! Beautiful!

I got out to take a look around!

Dallas in our fun little "ride."

The two of us enjoying the view.

We spent one day down on Grandma Ruth's lot. We mowed the lawn and made sure it was ready for everyone to come up for the fourth. We decided to stay and have dinner: Hot dogs and s'mores. I love Dallas' clever way of roasting his hot dogs!

Dallas' favorite purchase we made before we went up to Bear Lake (the little saw)! He's soo handy :)

Since we didn't make it to the spa on this vacation we decided to get mud baths! ;)

More mud!

You can't tell from this picture, but this hill was soo steep! I was literally hanging into the Rhino by my seatbelt!

After Matt came up we all took a Rhino ride! Here we were going like 35mph and the bugs kept splattering on our faces. I even got yellow bug guts in my hair! Eww!

Dallas and Matt on the mountain top

The view

We were so high we made it to the snow!

This is Dallas and Matt on the tube after everyone made it up. Lance was driving and this is on their way down!

Picture almost 700 lbs going over this wave!

Another turn-- Hang on guys!!

You can tell they like it when Lance drives the boat... I think their expressions say it all! ;)

What can I say... we had a great time. We look forward to Bear Lake every year. Thanks everyone for such a good time and especially a big thank you to my sweetheart. I loved getting away with you and I just can't get enough of you!