Duron Family Cruise

We had an awesome opportunity to go on a family cruise. Sam's parents are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year, so we decided to make a big vacation out of it. All of Sam's siblings (except for Melanie - she's in Bangkok) and their spouses were able to go. Ray & Jacque also brought their 2 kids along.

Here is Mom & Papa just relaxing on the deck.


Here we are just leaving the Port of San Diego.

Betsy's husband Tim just won 2nd place for the hairy chest competition. It was hilarious and kinda yucky too! (way too many hairy men!!! haha)

Formal night. Mom and Papa (Manny & Patsy)

Manuel & Michelle

Hyrum & Alicia

Ray & Jacque and the kids, Haley & Ryan

Betsy & Tim

Us

We were up on the deck at the perfect time coming into Cabo San Lucas.

This is a picture of our ship the Elation from the beach in Cabo. The water was awesome!

Hyrum and Alicia were also celebrating their 9th anniversary.

This was up on the top deck. I believe it was some kind of antenna that rotated. I took the picture at just the right time.

Sam in Ensenada. That Mexican flag is so huge!

Papa bought 2 guitars - he was a happy boy!

Happy 40th Anniversary!! We love you!!

In Ensenada the boys all bought shirts - except for Manuel (he said he wouldn't wear it again so he didn't get one) Hyrum, Sam, Manuel, Tim & Ray

Here is Haley just before we got off the ship. She went and got 2 ice cream cones. She was a happy girl! We had ice cream whenever we wanted. It was funny, they joked around on the ship that you have never seen so many adults walking around with ice cream cones in your life and I think that's true!

Here Sam goes again!!

Sam has been busy once again. This one took a while. There is so so so much detail in this painting. The floor alone is so detailed. I am amazed every time that I see one of Sam's finished projects. This is just a fun photo of Michael and Jacob playing like they are in the painting. It also shows just how big it really is!
More fun! Crazy boys!!
Here are the lucky recipients of this artwork. Sam's brother Manuel and his wife Michelle. They just made the discovery that Sam painted Manuel into the artwork. Sam had room and he had to do a little improvising so he decided to surprise them!

Lots more September fun!!

Daniel LOVES babies! That was one of his first words. He is with his cousin Kanela. He was giving her hugs and kisses. So cute!!

Our nephew Zackary had his 3rd birthday. He is such a fun kid. Into EVERYTHING! I loved this picture - so cheesy.
I don't think Michael ate any cake - only frosting! Blue - as you can see!
We got Zack a present that he could maybe wear himself out with. He loved it! Power Rangers punching bag. He gave us a little show! We were highly entertained.
ok - so this picture is a little embarrassing, but oh well. Anytime I sit or lay on the floor Daniel makes himself comfortable. Sam wanted to test it out so he told me to lay down on the tile. He came right over and layed down right between my legs! Silly boy!!Tata and Sam took the boys shooting.JacobMichael
Sam's Uncle David got married on the 27th in Peoria. Here is Sam and Daniel just waiting. My cute boys!Uncle David with Nana (on the left) and his soon to be mother-in-law.Uncle David and his 3 sons - Josh, Andy, and Jared.Uncle David and Linda.Here is Sam's parents dancing. They were having lots of fun.

Look at me!!

Here is what Daniel is doing now!! It is so cute and he is getting so big!

Fun in the sun and pool!

So, the day after the wedding we had a lot of fun with some family that stayed in town. We played volleyball and other games in the pool. Then a little later we had lunch. Then we watched Bryan and Gabi open their gifts.

In the late afternoon we went and played softball. It has been so long since I was on the field, but it was so much fun and I think I did pretty good. Heather was on the other team and she asked my brother William, "How is Sunny so good?" He said, "She better be because she played in high school!" I thought how funny that was that she didn't even know that! I guess 10 years between us will do that!

My Uncle Scott was pitching and my Dad was hitting.

Bryan and Chelsea and little Karli.

Gabi, my Grandma Anderson, Sandy (on the bench) were cheering us on and Seth was holding Daniel.

A little later in the night Heather was giving me a haircut. The boys were getting pretty loud inside with their Uncle Nate and Uncle Seth, also Justin and Mark (some friends were over). The boys found some swimsuits for Justin and Mark to borrow, so they all went in the pool and had some fun. I heard lots of noise and laughter. Michael came to the door and said, "You got to come and watch this - it's really funny!" I was still in the middle of my hair cut, but when I was done I went out and this is what I saw -------

Bryan & Gabi's Wedding

My brother Bryan got married on the 5th of Sept. It was a lot of fun. He married Gabi who is from Brazil. Her parents came with her and have been able to see some sights in the U.S. Bryan went to Brazil on his mission and was able to teach them the gospel and he has kept in touch and is now married! Crazy how you can meet someone! Here is Daniel with my Grandma Anderson.
Jacob thought he was sooo cool! He was pulling off the look with the bow tie and cumberbon that my mom made for each of the grandson's.
Here is all of my parents grandkids. They have one on the way. My sister-in-law Keree is pregnant.
My cousin Kijuana said, "Is this going on your blog??" The pressure was on for a good photo! haha!! So here it is!

They were having their first dance.

Gabi and her dad.

Here is all of my siblings. With our crazy pose.

Back -Bryan, William, Seth; Front - Nolan, Heather, Chelsea, Me

Here is our serious pose. ha - yeah right!!

Michael is dancing. He was the fish that just got caught!

Chelsea dancing her little heart out! How cute!

I love the teeth smile! He was such a good boy. It was a really long day driving to and from Mesa, then decorating for the reception and cleaning afterwards! Lots of memories and fun.

Sam making funny faces!!

Nate did a backflip with the assistance from his wife Heather in the background!

Here is our friend Justin holding Daniel.

Sam doing a little dance!