sore legs + freezing night = one great adventure

On Friday, Brodee got off work early, so we decided that we were going to hike up to Independence Lakes, which are up the Elba canyon and stay the night. This wasn't a very planned trip, but it was worth it. After everyone was ready with gear (backpacks only), we loaded up the truck and drove up to the parking spot to where the trail enterence started to hike up to the lakes. Brodee, Adam, Max, Michelle and I began the journey towards the lakes, regardless of the up-hill terrian we were about to endure. After a long walk up the mountains, and stopping every now and again to take a break because our legs were about to give out, we finally make it to the camping spot. We ended up camping at the second lake, and when we got up there, there was still snow surrounding the area. However, that didn't stop us...

Brodee and Hailie at the Independence Lake sign...this is the halfway mark for a 4 mile hike.

Max, Michelle, and Brodee walking up the hill. Adam and I trailed behind.

The view of the first lake. The scenery was beautiful, just a little chilly though.

Brodee, Max, and Adam getting the fire ready to go. Between Brodee carrying a tree in the middle of the night and with a few matches, this was one BIG fire. This fire kept us warm all night, as we kept heating up rocks and placing them in our tent because it was freezing outside.

Michelle and I watching the boys fish..they caught 3 fish. They were disappointed, but seemed to enjoy eating them.

Adam and I in the morning..what happy little campers

Adam was a great tropper...except for the fact Brodee carried his backpack the entire way and I held his hand for assistance up the steep parts of the mountain. We were really glad that he came with us though :)

Brodee, Adam and I heading down the trail.

 

Brodee and I, we were dirty, exhausted, hungry, and happy :)

We all had a great time on our "last minute" camping trip. Even though we froze during the night, had hardly any food to eat, only caught three fish, and had legs that were sore for days, the trip was most certainly worth it.

"Marry me, today and everyday.."

Its been 1 month and 3 days since I became Mrs. Boden, and let me tell you, that has been a change in my life from signing my name on a new banking account to changing my social security card, but it has definelty been a dream come true. I often ask myself: How did that 7th grade "like interest" turn into reality and a true love story? I feel so blessed to have finally marry him! It's been a dream and me constantly saying "Im going to marry that boy one day." 

Top  Ten highlights of June 10th and June 11th:

1. Being sealed to Brodee for Time and All Eternity in the Twin Falls Temple

2. Having our families there to support and love us

3. Kissing Brodee with excitement over the alter as he was shaking from nerves

4. Taking a million pictures with everyone outside the Twin Falls Temple

5. Holly complaining because her brown shoes didn't match the black ribbon on her dress (no one actually noticed)

6. Getting up at 5:00 for Michelle to do my hair after a million tries we finally got it perfect

7. Eating at Golden Coral after with everyone and getting back to the hotel and throwing it all up

8. Coming back to the house to set up for the reception and everyone smiling because they "just knew" :)

9. Standing in line for 2 and half hours at the reception with a constant flow of people

10. Watching all my family socialize and smile the entire night...it was a happy and special day

Reasons for Loving Brodee:

1. He treats me like a princess

2. He makes sure that I am always safe even when I had to drive in the dark from Elba to Malta

3. He reads his scriptures everynight before bed

4. His desire to work (even 11 or more hours a day) 

5. He cares about my family and their happiness

6. His big muscles and 6 pack abs (he gets embarressed when I talk about them)

7. His laugh

8. His love for the priesthood and gospel

9. His constant worry for me

10. His reaction when someone tries to tickle him

11. His enjoyment he gets from riding his motorcycle up the Elba canyon

12. His attitude when we argue

13. His constant "Your so hot and I love you"

14. His desire to learn and be better

15. His willingness to sacrifice anything to make me happy

16. His constant worry for people in the community and willingness to help

17. His eating habits (MEAT!!)

18. His snorning at night and talking in his sleep

19. His snuggling me at night and then me pushing him off because I need space

20. His cowboy boots with the tags still on them

21. How he can make me happy when I am having a bad day

22. How he never raises his voice in anger

23. His content personality

24. His love for No ICE and drinking warm water

25. How he walks in the door after work and say "Hi" while giving me a hug

Bonnie, Max, Loralee, Carl, Adam, Brodee, Hailie, Andrea, Greg, Michelle, Emmet, Holly, Syme

Brodee and Hailie

Outside the temple door

Me and Adam (We're best friends)