i loved how most of our summer memories revolved on the same axis: pools, tree climbing, dirt, night games, camping, sunset, friends, family, relaxation, and great food. really, what could be better?

the pictures i take during summer are my salvation during the long utah winters. to be able to see that my lawn really will be green again, that in just a few months my children will be in swimsuits with popsicles dripping down their chins, that fruit will be in abundance soon... it gives me hope to make it through. my favorite childhood memories though always circle back to being outside, running a koolaid stand, climbing trees, laying out, and slumber parties.

our winner of dar's awesome pic and necklace was picked by a random number generator and is ~KAT~ who said:

"my favorite summer memories? well i have two. one was august 12, 2000 and the other was july 13, 2005. the days that my gorgeous and amazing children were born."

thank you all for participating, i wanted every one of you to win. come again on monday for another giveaway from the lovely kristen.

hope your weekend is glorious.