Mom and Dad's Montana/Idaho Adventures

Mom and Dad came over to Idaho/Montana to see Cameron in the shows at the Playmill this summer, and so that Dad could continue his passion for racing. He raced in the Rush Triathalon in Rexburg and ran the half Mesa Falls Marathon in Ashton. They spent the week outside of West Yellowstone at a friends cabin, each night attending one of the three shows at the Playmill: Guys and Dolls, The Secret Garden, and Footloose. Here are some pics:

Dad biking in the Triathalon.

Mom and Dad at Mystic Falls in Yellowstone National Park.

Cameron and Mom near Earthquake Lake.

Dad running the marathon.

Nick getting ready to run the last stretch.

Nick ran the last mile with Dad.

Chase's Wedding

Chase and Shyla got married on July 25th in the Portland Temple. Mom's brother Uncle Rick and his family came down from Seattle and Dad's brother Scott and his wife Jeri came from Salt Lake for the wedding. Grandma Mom came from Arizona. Each of the siblings were able to get away from work and come to the wedding as well.

The siblings outside the temple after the sealing ceremony. For the first time, our entire family was in the temple together. The day before Chase and Shyla received their endowment, and we were all able to be in the Celestial Room together.

Chase and Mom Dancing at the reception.

Chase and Shyla dancing at the reception.

We are always looking for a good time when we are together. After the endowment session we went on a jetboat ride down the Willamette River in Portland it was a lot of fun, even though we came back soaking wet.

Jordan even got Grandma to jump on the trampoline in the back yard. Being the hottest week of the summer, with temperatures over 100 degrees, one or two waterfights also broke out. It was a fun week for everyone. Can't wait until we all get back together again!



Grandma with Joseph

Some Joseph Pics

Here are some pictures of Joseph (the early years). Enjoy

Cam's 2008 Slideshow

Free Bowman Pictures

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"Security"

One of the greatest human needs is a sense of security. In all aspects of life, we naturally gravitate towards anything that makes us feel safe. In this piece, I wanted to convey a sense of complete peace and calm like only the Savior can provide. It's a security that allows us to rest assured, without fear or worry, when we put ourselves trustingly in His arms. Little children have that inherent kind of trust in their parents, so it's fitting that the man and girl who modeled for "Security" are actually father and daughter. They generated the exact feel I was looking for.

"My Child"
This piece conveys an intimate, up-close-and-personal feeling of the Savior's love. Notice how all the lines draw your attention and point towards Jesus' face in the center. I chose the name "My Child" because the only thing that could compare (even remotely) to Christ's compassion for us is the love of a parent for his/her child. This image is also intended to put things in perspective. Above all, we are God's children first. He allows us the privelege of experiencing parenthood for ourselves and we are entrusted to be the mothers and fathers of His.

"Innocence"

The Savior tells us we need to become as little children to inherit the kingdom of God. I've often wondered what it is about little children Jesus loves most, and I think its their innocence. They are clean slates, seeing the world and others through untarnished eyes. Their hearts are pure, without the baggage of cynicism and self-doubt. In this piece, I've tried to imagine how a child would act upon meeting the Master for the first time. Without reservation or inhibition, I think he would simply want to play with Him. He would be at complete ease, allowing his pure little heart to soak in the love and laughter of His pure, infinite heart. Its no wonder Christ delights in these little ones and sets them up to be our examples

Christmas Morning 2008

Baxter decided to give Cameron a BIG kiss.

What's up with that dog and/or Ashley?


The funny picture?????

Who said the dog could be in the picture anyway?

Notice the size of Ashley and Jonny's stockings. Whatever!!!

Snow in the backyard after only one day.

Baxter chasing the laser light. He would hop through the snow like a bunny. We were all entertained.

Snow in Vancouver

It seems like there is snow everywhere--but usually not in Vancouver. This year was different and it was lots of fun and quite the adventure. I have to admit that we were starting to get a little tired of slippery, slushy roads and, voila, they are all gone--just one week later. Now we are having a regular Northwest Winter--grey skies and lots of rain.