Happy Thursday!

 How is everyone’s Summer going? Our summer is finally starting to slow down, well mine is at least. Kody is extremely busy this time of year. He is working construction for his parent’s business. They literally work 16 hour days everyday during the summer months. I don’t know how they do it, especially in this hot weather. I can’t think of anything worse than laying asphalt in 110 degree weather! My husband and father in law are the hardest workers. They seriously amaze me.

I planned on having an extremely busy summer. I have been the Miss Millard pageant director this year and have been hard at work planning the pageant in July. To mine and my family's surprise, my little sister decided to compete. (Totally unlike her, she is a collegiate athlete and has never shown interest in pageants before). Anyways, her decision led me to have to step down as director (Miss Utah  protocol). It’s been bittersweet. I am so excited for her to have this opportunity but am also sad that I couldn’t finish the year out. I’m so proud of my little sister though! It will be an amazing experience for her and the other beautiful contestants. Stepping down has definitely freed up my summer schedule though. Ellie and I are trying to come up with fun ideas to keep us both busy. What do you do to stay busy in the Summer? What are some of your kids favorite activities?

I’ve been getting asked where Kody, Ellie and I are living this Summer.. Haha well.. We are kind of homeless. We are basically living in Holden with my parents, but we spend a lot of nights in Delta, at my in laws. Kody and I are planning on moving to Delta and actually settling down there. We are just having a hard time finding a house to rent or buy. If anyone knows of a place, please let us know!

Anyways, that’s the Smith household update. Our life is crazy haha we are so transient, so don’t try and keep up with where we are living, because honestly, we don’t even know.. The joys!

I hope you all continue to have a fun filled summer! Please comment below with your favorite summer activities.

I can’t end this post without doing a shout out to the cutest children’s boutique Mommys Little Sunshine. I just found this boutique and am obsessed. They have adorable children and toddler clothes. I love it because all of the clothing is extremely affordable and high quality. Ellie has worn her floral top multiple times and it still looks brand new. If you are looking for a cute 4th of July outfit for your kids head over to Mommys Little Sunshine. They have the perfect 4th of July outfits available! Happy Shopping!

Below are direct links to Ellie’s cute outfit!

 Xoxo,

Briana Marie Smith

Ellie’s Floral Top: Mommys Little Sunshine

Ellie’s Flower Sandals: Janie and Jack (Currently on sale!)