Astle Family Adventures

This is how I'm feeling right now!!

2010-05-12T20:47:00.000-07:00

Gaprise!!

2010-05-12T20:39:00.000-07:00

I just want to remember how Hailey says surprise. I never want her to change, yes, I want her to be 20 saying "gaprise".

Stumped

2010-05-04T09:16:00.000-07:00

I am having a really hard time finding a good idea for a gift for Steven's teacher. She is retiring and I want to do something special. She's been so good with him and I have seem such a HUGE change in him. She really means a lot to me. I have a few ideas floating around but I can't seem to get it to come together. Hmmmmm!

My New Life

2010-05-04T09:02:00.000-07:00

I cried like a baby watching this. I love her blog!! She is so inspirational!!

Crazy Day!!!

2010-04-30T23:28:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow I am going to get my Zumba certification! I'm excited but also way nervous! Am I going to make a fool of myself? probably. Can I really pull this off? Maybe. I just don't know what to expect but I do know that I love it and it is seriously my dream to get paid doing it!! Wish me luck!! Gotta go shake it!!

Diorama

2010-04-29T17:45:00.001-07:00

Steven had to make his first diorama for his book report!! I'm sure this is the first of many. He was impressed with my 3-D skills and for being able to make Diego jump in the air!! This is how we spent our afternoon.

Finally!

2010-04-29T17:25:00.000-07:00

Remember when I made this post? Well I finally made my sign. I'm a little disappointed with it because it got a LOT of airbubbles in it. Probably due to the fact that everyone was making their own chocolate milk around me and at the same time was trying to prevent any more messes than the one I was already making. Maybe it adds to the shabby look...right? Other than the bubbles I like it. I'm not about to redo it, I wrote that by hand. yeah that's right!

Oh when I remember where I got the idea I will definitely give credit. Thank you whoever you are!!

I love me some Amy Butler!

2010-04-29T17:20:00.000-07:00

Seriously her fabrics are so beautiful! You can look at them here. I drool over her designs. I made some dresses with her fabric (I got them on sale...a bit pricey). The purple one is my absolute fav!

P.S. Yes they are the same pattern as the others. I was making a bunch that she can just throw on everyday. You know dresses where we don't HAVE to have a shirt under or a sweater over. Basically "get yourself dressed" kind of clothes.

Lovin this moment!

2010-04-26T22:15:00.000-07:00

First of all, ignore the ugly kitchen. Take notice of these AMAZING boys unloading the dishwasher. Not only did they do that, they rinsed all the dishes in the sink and and loaded the dishwasher!!
On top of that the whole afternoon consisted of them sweeping, vacuuming, washing windows, dusting and that is on top of their normal chores. They did have some motivation but I'm just going to pretend that they were doing it just because they wanted to. ;)

Craftin it up!

2010-04-26T21:15:00.000-07:00

So I'm a total blogaholic!! I'm a sucker for people who make home decor from basically nothing and I've gotten a few ideas that I wanted to try. First I made these wreaths...

Now I need some vinyl on top to finish it off.

Then I went to the dollar store and bought these two items

Then I glued them together

Painted it (love purple!)

Then I painted this thing I found at a thrift store for a couple bucks.

Here it is finished (the purple looks a little wierd in this picture..I promise it's not that bright)

I made a little moss ball and put it in there and wah-lah!!

Now I need to find the perfect place for them.

Go Mudcats!

2010-04-26T21:12:00.000-07:00

Just some pics of Caleb's most recent T-Ball game. We are so proud of him!! He is doing awesome!! I'll have to post a pic of my Mudcat Mom shirt we had made!

I love to shake it!

2010-04-24T14:54:00.000-07:00

I just registered to get my Zumba training. It all goes down this Saturday (May 1)!! I'm really excited!! I LOVE Zumba and I might as well get paid to do it, right?? I'll let you know how it goes!!

Day 9

2010-04-21T17:39:00.000-07:00

Day 9 of dieting....probably the longest I've ever dieted. haha. Lost 7 lbs so far!!

Sew Loving This!

2010-04-15T19:54:00.000-07:00

Haha I know, corny! I made more dresses!!

Inspired!

2010-04-15T08:14:00.000-07:00

This blog was the reason why I wanted to start sewing!! I love this blog!! She's also having a giveaway, and has them frequently! One of these days I'll win one!

http://makeitandloveit.blogspot.com/

And Another One

2010-04-12T20:36:00.001-07:00

This is the second dress I have made. It didn't go as well as the first. This one was really, really hard. Remember I'm a beginner! I might have to make a fabric flower or something to cover up mistakes. But hey, it's something she can ruin right??

Look, it has pockets!!

The girl can't stay still for a second!

Look what I did!!!

2010-04-09T17:15:00.000-07:00

Yeah I'm bragging, but I'm so proud of myself!!! I so badly want to be a good sewer, I've only dabbled a bit. I'm trying to teach myself!! Here is my first piece of clothing. I think it came out really well actually!!! yeah me!!

Quotes From This Evening

2010-04-07T20:42:00.001-07:00

C: "He gave me a wedgie all the way up to Heavenly Father and Jesus!!"

H: "Don't do that or my bone will rip!"

H: "My leg can do whatever it wants!!"

S: "You know, high school is where bullies give you swirlies."

Germ-a-phobe

2010-04-06T22:52:00.000-07:00

Caleb: "I don't like to cheers because the germs on the side of the cup will get on the other cup when you hit them together and then I will get sick."

Easter

2010-04-05T22:44:00.000-07:00

Basically the kids had a fun busy weekend and got way too much candy!!

Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is!

2010-03-31T21:15:00.000-07:00

No don't really, that's gross! I wanted some banks for the kids because their money was just floating everywhere. I also really wanted them to learn about saving and spending. When I looked them up online they were either ugly or more money than I wanted to spend, so i decided to make them. I actually had most of the stuff to make it already so I put my creative cap on and got to work. So here is the final product:

Steven's

Caleb's

Hailey's

Batter up!!

2010-03-31T21:05:00.000-07:00

It was opening day for Oakdale Baseball Association. There were 600 kids there playing. Yeah it was crazy!! They announce each kid's name and they each run to home base.

We have an awesome coach this year! He is so patient and is so good with them. We also have a lot of friends on the team so it's going to be a fun year!

They played their first game!! When the other team was up to bat and hit the ball, our whole team ran after the ball, except Caleb!! It was so cute! Go Mudcats!!

That darn fence

2010-03-27T14:11:00.000-07:00

So our fence fell down during a storm and as you can tell it was practically begging to fall. Yes we have been staring at this eye sore for 3 1/2 years now. We just weren't sure what to do with it (the whole retaining wall part, you know that broken down little fence)...we discussed it forever. And then it fell down so it forced us to fix it. So here is before:

And this was them tearing it down and made us realize how close we really are to our neighbors. Yikes!!

Here's after the fence is done and two whole feet taller. Now the neighbors can't simple stand and watch us over the fence!

And TADAH!! That pitiful retaining wall fence is replaced!!! Perfect for a garden, clear those weeds out, honey!!! Thanks to Mike who did it for us. We love it!!

I wear poop

2010-03-26T08:45:00.000-07:00

H: Mom, that matches your shirt!!!

Me: What does??

H: My poop!

I really don't know where she comes up with this stuff. I'd like to blame her brothers but they don't even say some of the gross things she says.

Art

2010-03-21T20:33:00.000-07:00

This just melted my heart!!! It says: "I wish that Gold Shadow was real." Caleb drew this. He's so sweet!!

Just a day in the life...

2010-03-16T18:59:00.001-07:00

After I picked up Steven from school today, I had to run to the store to grab a couple of things. Rarely to I ever take all three to the grocery store. The usual happens: chaotic running, me yelling, constant asking, me saying no 100 times, and alway fighting! Sounds great, right? We are always a spectacle and this time wasn't any different. Since I didn't grab a cart they wanted to EACH have a mini shopper cart. I felt like I was herding carts. It was me and then a small group of these carts following me around. Every once in a while they would run into my heels. If you even know what that feels like you know it hurts! So I kept looking in back of me, one to make sure everyone is there and accounted for and two so that I don't get my heels jabbed. You could say I wasn't paying much attention to where I was going in front of me. Well I totally ran face first into a dvd display. I just kept thinking, is there ever a time I can shop without ridiculous things happening to me? Seriously?

Accountable Kids Day 1

2010-03-15T22:01:00.000-07:00

I'm actually amazed!! We started this system today and it was probably the best day I've ever had! They got ready this morning without me hounding them. They even made their beds. Steven even helped pick up some things around the house without me asking him. Then this afternoon, they came home and did their homework right away. Steven did it without any distractions at all (which almost never happens). Then they went right into chores. Steven picked up the dog poop. Caleb reorganized the book shelf. They cleaned the bathroom and put away their laundry. We actually got home late and they all bathed really quickly, brushed, FLOSSED, and read scriptures! Again, all without me asking or yelling at them!! On top of that they have all been so nice and loving to each other, no fighting what so ever!! I just can't believe it! I know it's just the first day but so far it's looking good!! Can't wait to see what happens tomorrow!!

Daily Gratitude

2010-03-04T19:05:00.000-08:00

I am so grateful for all my wonderful friends. Everyday you make me laugh and listen to me rant and rave! I've been blessed with so many good friends that I care about. I just hope that I can be as good as a friend as you are all to me. Love you guys!!

Is this woman for real??

2010-03-03T15:59:00.001-08:00

I LOVE blogs! It's kinda my new thing, reading them at least. This woman, Amy, has the cutest ideas on decorating, recipes, gifts and they are easy enough for me to try. Check it out!!

http://theidearoom.blogspot.com/

Big News!

2010-02-25T16:52:00.000-08:00

I actually baked something good today!! Just a note, I suck at baking. Seriously, Nick does all the baking in the house. Like for Christmas, who do you think is rolling our sugar cookies? Not me. I made a BOX of brownies one time and they came out hecka oily. I had to throw them away. I swear to you I followed the directions exactly!!! I also made chocolate chip cookies one time and forgot sugar. I just suck okay, I admit it. I can cook though, give me that at least. Tonight is chocolate night for Mom's night out and I had originally decided that I would just buy something at the store and bring it. But for some reason I keep thinking that I can bake and I keep tying. Thank goodness this time it worked!! This is what I made:

Raspberry Brownies

4 squares BAKER'S Unsweetened Chocolate

3/4 cup (1-1/2 sticks) butter or margarine

2 cups sugar

3 eggs

1 tsp. vanilla

1 cup flour

1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam

6 squares BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, chopped

3/4 cup whipping cream

PREHEAT oven to 350°F. Line 13x9-inch baking pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Grease foil. Microwave unsweetened chocolate and butter in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Stir sugar into chocolate mixture until well blended. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Stir in flour until well blended. Spread into prepared pan.

BAKE 30 to 35 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out with fudgy crumbs. (Do not overbake.) Cool in pan.

SPREAD jam over brownies. Microwave semi-sweet chocolate and cream in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until simmering. Stir until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Spread evenly over jam layer. Refrigerate 1 hour or until chocolate layer is set. Lift dessert from pan, using foil handles. Cut into 32 brownies to serve.

I just tried some and they taste really yummy!!!!!!

:)

2010-02-19T15:06:00.000-08:00

I love that my son is talking me up right now. He's bragging to his friend he has over right now that I can do a flip in the air and land on my feet.....on the trampoline. Part of that is true but whatever, I'll take what I can get.

Weird Feelings

2010-02-17T10:19:00.001-08:00

I saw this women walking down the street just now with a stroller and two little babies inside. I got this weird feeling inside. I was thinking about how I remember those days walking my kids in a stroller all over the neighborhood. I remember it was a way to get out, almost the only way out! And I thought, how did I just say "I remember those days"? Those times are behind me now and my kids are growing up and we are no longer in that phase anymore. I got a brief moment of sadness because those days seemed simpler then they do now, with all the appointments and practices and play dates and school parties. Don't get me wrong I love it all and I definitely don't want to go back or have another baby, that was NOT a sign!! Don't even start!! I just found it really weird to feel all that as I watched this woman walk past me!

Daily Gratitude

2010-02-14T20:57:00.000-08:00

I am grateful for my wonderful husband who does so much for me. He always takes the opportunity to show me how much he loves me. I really have the best hubby ever!!

Daily Gratitude

2010-02-12T13:40:00.000-08:00

There are studies that show that expressing gratitude can make your brain function better. Weird huh. (Again the technical stuff I don't remember). They did a study on people who had major surgeries that kept a gratitude journal were healed faster. Anyways, whether you believe it or not it helps to remember the good things in life. So my goal is to express something I am grateful for everyday....remember I'm not perfect!! So here it goes:

I am grateful to be a stay-at-home mom; that I can be actively involved in my kids' lives!

oooh baby baby baby

2010-02-12T00:01:00.001-08:00

I am singing the Salt N Pepa song. Anyways, it's official my new celebrity crush is Paul Wesley. He's from The Vampire Diaries which I cannot get enough of. I know, don't even say it. He's super hot, though!

Grinning From Ear to Ear!

2010-02-11T12:42:00.000-08:00

What happened today is one of those rare times where you really feel rewarded as a mom. I guess I'm about to spill our my guts right now.....

So it all started when we started have some issues with Steven at home....serious issues that I wont get into because it's really personal. So we decided to go see a counselor. We came to the conclusion that Steven may have ADD. We decided to not get him formally diagnose him but to maybe treat him like he did. So that is why we are doing the diet change. Sugar to kids can give the same reaction as crack. It's very powerful so cutting it out will help him. Also I was doing a lot of research and fish oil seemed to help people with ADD because it helps your brain. I'm not a doctor so don't ask me for the technicality of it. So I am on this desperate mission to help him especially because his teacher also came to me and said he was struggling. So we start cutting out sugar and I started giving him fish oil. The difference in him was huge to me. There was one time where we ran out of fish oil and the change was immediate. We went right back to where we started.

So we get to today, while I was in Steven's class helping his teacher approached me and told how great Steven was doing. She said she saw such a difference in his behavior. She said the other teachers were noticing too. That right there was proof that what I was doing was working and I'm not the only one to notice. It makes me feel so good that we options to help him that doesn't involve medication. To know that my efforts actually pay off feels like a victory to me. I know it doesn't sound like much but today made me so happy. Whew I got it out.

Bellybutton

2010-02-11T08:50:00.000-08:00

So there have been a few babies born the last couple of months, like Tin and Brandon's baby Davin and our good friends Amber and Mike's baby Jett. We have obviously been visiting them to see the new babies. So Hailey has taken notice and has had questions. One thing she was asking about was bellybuttons.

H: Who cut my bellybutton?

Me: Daddy did.

H: Who cut Caleb's bellybutton?

Me: Daddy did.

H: Did Daddy cut your bellybutton?

Me: No.

H: Who cut your bellybutton?

Me: I'm not sure.

H: Did he cut it with scissor?

Me: Yes but with special scissors (worried that she might take scissors and start cutting herself with them.)

H: Oh with magic bellybutton scissors!!

Me: Sure

H: Was it at the bellybutton cutting place?

Me: Sure you could call it that.

H: Did he throw my bellybutton in the garbage?

Me: Probably, you don't want to keep that.

H: Why?

Me: Because it's gross.

And then she kept talking none stop about bellybuttons for like 10 minutes. Really I couldn't understand what she was saying, she was like a teenager on the phone.

Wrestling

2010-02-11T08:32:00.000-08:00

So last night Steven started wrestling; something he's been DYING to do. He seemed perfect for this and was a total natural. Then they started free wrestling (I guess you'd call it that?) where they just paired him up with someone and just let them go for it. I got a little nervous because all these kids have been doing this awhile. If you know anything about Oakdale, they are SERIOUS about their sports. It's crazy around here. Anyways, I was thinking, Oh no these kids are going to tear him up. But then as I'm watching Steven, he was holding his own and taking kids down. Then I was worried he was going to hurt the other kid!! UGH! I was on the edge of my seat watching my son throw kids to the ground. I'm not meant to do this whole wrestling thing. I know Nick would love to be involved (former wrestler). Sadly he doesn't have the time. I know this is such a great thing for him but this is going to tear me up.

If you are wondering why I put that horse up there it because it's pretty much the symbol of Oakdale sports. The High school mascot here is the Mustang. Every other sport uses the same. It's red and gold everywhere here. Just thought you'd like to know.

oh the things that come out of my mouth

2010-02-06T11:09:00.000-08:00

"Stop hugging the water machine!!"

Ahhhhh!!

2010-02-05T13:21:00.001-08:00

Right now Hailey is building train tracks in her room and Caleb is reading a Barentstein Bears book (Yeah that's right! He's in Kindergarten!) in the living room. I love having these moments of peace in the house.

Hailey

2010-02-05T12:59:00.000-08:00

"I want a bird to sit on my finger. It won't bite me." (Hmm must be because of those princess movies. The thing is I remember wishing the same thing when I was little)

Do you Hulu?

2010-02-05T12:53:00.000-08:00

I've noticed that we watch a lot of our shows online. Probably more than half of them we watch online. Just curious, are we the only ones?

Things I'd Never Thought I'd say

2010-02-04T18:15:00.001-08:00

"Please don't spank the dog's butt while you are eating." (I was talking to Steven. Big surprise since the kid can hardly sit in a chair for longer than 30 seconds. I wish there was kid butt glue. haha jk).

Taste Test

2010-02-04T17:09:00.001-08:00

With all this scare about food I just stumbled on this blog and will be trying some recipes. I've got to get rid of everything processed, hopefully this will help!

http://www.elanaspantry.com/

Sorry, it's been on my mind a lot lately!

Seeeeee!!!!!!

2010-02-04T16:28:00.000-08:00

Oh my gosh I am watching Oprah right now and they are talking about our nation's sugar consumption and how diabetes is killing millions of people. AHH! This all creeps me out. This is another reason we need to get our diet in check!

Oh My Gosh! Cute!

2010-02-04T13:13:00.000-08:00

This is the cutest little girl party I have ever seen. I had to share!

http://lindseycheney.blogspot.com/2010/02/guestblogger-nicole-sewing-party.html

Making Changes

2010-02-04T12:36:00.000-08:00

So something has come to our attention at our house that requires us to change the food we eat. It is actually because of one but I thought it would be fair and probably really beneficial to all of us to change the way we eat. I don't think we eat horribly but I don't think we eat fantastically either. The thing is we have to cut out ALL sugar. Do you realize that almost EVERYTHING has sugar in it. I mean BREAD has quite a bit of sugar in it...BREAD! It's going to be hard and not perfect by all means. We have just relied on convenience all these years and it seems I'm really going to have to become Martha Stewertish (Yep I made that a word) and make everything from scratch. Ugh. All those crackers, granola bars, fruit snack, capri suns...gone. No more!! I know this will be good for us in the long haul. I will stop complaining and start to go make some sugar free whole grain muffins. YUM!

Since we are on this mission to change our food habits I have decided to go organic. Well start converting, anyways. Yeah we are becoming those people. You wanna know why? Did you see that Oprah the other day?? About the food? It was awful...I need to watch Food Inc. (That was the film they we talking about, go watch it.) I just don't want the hormones and pesticides in all our food to effect my kids. We have already discovered that diet can make a HUGE difference. So here we go! I'll let you know how it goes.

Is Obsessed

2010-02-02T20:35:00.000-08:00

with this blog!

http://j-a-girl.blogspot.com/

Love this!!

2010-02-01T20:43:00.001-08:00

And I am going to try to attempt to makes this...wish me luck

It really should be the terrible 3's

2010-01-31T21:39:00.001-08:00

With all my kids age 3 has been the worst. I pretty much have my own celebration when they turn 4. But I really think Hailey has topped them all. Don't get me wrong I love the girl but she really keeps me on my toes. Today was a real doosie. So sometime early this morning, I mean really really early that I can't even tell you what time it was. First though, you know those door handle things that you put on so that kids can't open doors? Well we have one on her door on the inside. I know what you are thinking that we lock her in her room...well kinda, no it's because she wakes up at all hours of the night and I have this fear of her roaming the house while we are all asleep. And that would be more dangerous, right? then locking her in there? Anyways, back to the story, this morning she was able to just rip it off...I thought these were supposed to be child proof? I have brief moments of coherency of her running up and down the hallways, jumping on us in our bed, some sort of screaming...it was awful. I offered her some milk so that I could get some sleep and sanity. It obviously didn't work for very long because she ended up in our room screaming about cartoons and other things. Then it's finally time to wake up and get ready for church and as I'm taking a shower the girl is screaming in the bathroom as if someone chopped her arm off. I'm like, "I'm in the shower! Can't help you." I guess the problem was that she didn't want to go to church and was showing us that. The girl screams like no one I have ever heard or seen. Alison can tell you, right? She was throwing a massive fit. I really need to video tape it. And in the midst of it Nick is singing, "Joy to the world Hailey is awake!" haha. Then we come home and the kids are playing outside. She comes running in and I notice that she is all wet in her bottom area. I ask her if she peed her pants. She gives me a huge grin and says."Uh-huh!" So she strips completely naked, grabs a wipe and bends over and is showing me everything she's got down there and wipes herself...all i can think is, How lady like! My mom came over and is witnessing this and is like, "What goes on in this house." I just look at her like, tell me about it. Then there is bath time! She loves to play in the tub so I let her play a while....give us all a break. I go in to wash and not only had she pooped in the tub but she decided to draw pictures on the wall with it. I don't even know how to react anymore! This is just her! So while I count down the days until she turns four I will be stocking up on disinfectant and earplugs.

"How did you get so beautiful?"

2010-01-31T08:41:00.000-08:00

Nick asks Hailey. "Because all my teeth fall out," says Hailey.

Bad Mom Trick

2010-01-30T19:12:00.000-08:00

Yes I am using the t.v. right now to chill the kids out. I am tired and they are acting like they had a caffeine overdose.

Magamanaskal

2010-01-30T13:37:00.000-08:00

According to Nick that how he says our last name. It's Maga-ma-naskal. He really makes me laugh! He comes up with the funniest nick names for all of us. Like Steven has a few: Stev, Stephon, Stephalopian tubes, and Cleveland. Caleb: Calleb (Call-eb), Fickle Fat, and K-Fed. With Hailey, he just calls her Hailey Belle. Me he calls joocker (I'm not even going to explain that one) Vlodamere, and Vlody-goots. I know it's weird but he definitely keeps things interesting around here. So that's Mrs. Magamanaskal to you! LOL.

Lunch Lady

2010-01-29T12:21:00.000-08:00

This is what Caleb requested for lunch:

A hot dog ( no bun because we don't have any)

A pickle with cheese on it

Cheese

This child is weird but oddly takes after me when it comes to food.

Oh, this little girl!

2010-01-28T21:29:00.000-08:00

So the little girl was in the bath and I went in there to wash her up. She goes, "Mom, here!" and hands me what was in here hand. It was three pieces of POOP!! Seriously, this girl is the grossest little girl ever!! What the heck! What happened to that precious princess you are supposed to get with having a girl?

Class Mom Appreciates

2010-01-28T12:44:00.000-08:00

I have the great opportunity to help out in Steven's classroom. All I really do simple tasks for his teacher. I have really gained an appreciation for good teachers. The simple things like sorting papers or cutting out hearts one would think would take 20 minutes, but in reality takes me the whole hour. I just think of all the things she does already and to add all theses tasks on top would take up a lot of time. Teachers really do devote so much time to teaching and I really do appreciate it. I also appreciate the fact that I get to be in Steven's class and get to work closely with his teacher. It's been really helpful because I get informed first hand when he seems to be slipping. Lately, Steven has been struggling with school, it's starting to get harder to further we get in the year. I don't know if I'm a crazy mom but I have this desire for his to excel and be better and smarter than everyone. And not only is he not the top of the class but at his average status he is starting to slip. It's hard on me to see that. But thankfully being in the middle of it all and being completely aware of everything going on (something I didn't have growing up) I can jump on in and do something about it. I've decided to do something a little different with the blog. I've decided to go in more detail and not just highlight the main points in our life. It is kind of a way to vent and pour out these thoughts I have. Let's see how it goes....

Chaos!

2010-01-28T09:01:00.000-08:00

That is what our mornings are like getting ready for school. It doesn't matter what time we get up, it's crazy. Someone doesn't like those pants, "I can't find my shoes" (right in front of you), "he's looking at me", and it goes on and on. Especially this morning, Steven was having a really hard time. Sometimes he has a hard time listening so that doesn't help with the already crazy morning. My dream would be to have drama free mornings!!

Keeping this memory

2009-12-11T11:10:00.000-08:00

Caleb is home sick, well with pink eye. Its seems to be going away now but that means we are trapped in the house for two days. I don't do well with this. Anways, it was so cold so we all jumped into my bed and were snuggled up in the covers. The best part was Caleb and Hailey were telling each other secrets and giggling and laughing histerically! Just watching them made my heart melt. It's not very often we have these moments of pure love and joy (alot of times it's fighing and arguing). I want to make sure I hang on to them.

Caleb

2009-11-21T08:46:00.000-08:00

I made Cream of Wheat for Caleb for breakfast this morning and he ran around the house saying he was eating Carmel Meat. Just thought it was funny!

Whew!!!!

2009-11-11T21:47:00.001-08:00

Still updating so more to come!!

Here's a recap!

2009-11-11T15:24:00.000-08:00

I've been so bad at the blog thing. what happened was I didn't post anything for a while and then i wanted to go back and catch up but things kept piling...anyways, I KNOW totally lame. Here's a quick recap of what we did from the last post until now.

First things first, we got rid of that cute puppy from one of the last posts. To make a long story short, she just wasn't fitting in and I wanted her to have a better life so we found her a family that could do that for her.

Steven did t-ball this past spring. He did well for his first time but I could tell he wasn't in love with the sport.

Next, Caleb graduated Preschool in May of this year.

After that we drove, ( I know crazy) to El Paso, TX to visit Dylan and Teisha and the kids. We had a blast and the kids love their cousins.

The boys also did a karate camp. Caleb loved it and wants to continue.

Then, we went camping with our friends the Thompsons. That's also the same trip where our engine blew and is still out of comission. But we had a great time with our good friends.

There was also swimming lessons. All three did so well and I was so proud of them.

Uh what's next...Caleb turned 5!!!

Early August the boys started school. Steven in first grade and Caleb in Kindergarten. They both love school.

Steven also turned 7!

For Nick's birthday he wanted to go sky diving! So our friend Mike and him did it together since they have the same birthday. We watched the whole thing from the ground.

Lastly our baby Hailey turned 3. We can't believe she's that big already!!!

Okay, Okay

2009-11-09T14:07:00.001-08:00

I will try and get caught up!!

I want this!

2009-07-02T15:04:00.001-07:00

great give-away!!
http://getoffyourbuttandbake.blogspot.com/2009/07/my-first-give-way.html

New Family Member!!

2009-05-14T23:13:00.000-07:00

I've been horrible at this blog thing. Sorry! I just wanted to update on your newest little family member.
Her name is Dallas and she is 6 weeks in the photos almost 8 weeks now. We weren't expecting to get a dog...trust me! Friends of ours texted us and said that her family's Labs that they breed got pregnant with the neighbors dog who is half Lab half border collie and were giving away the puppies. We were told they were going to "get rid" of them if they couldn't find homes for them. They are farmer/hunters and are very serious about breeding and were pretty angry when they found out their dogs were pregnant. After hearing that we felt like we had to take one. Nick has always wanted a Lab and they are pretty expensive so we thought this was our chance. Anyways, she's a sweet addition to our family. It's alot of work, like having another baby. I think I've just now mastered the potty training. If only Hailey were that easy!! More pics to come!

No dull moment with this little one

2009-05-09T22:14:00.001-07:00

"Where's my moon? Daddy can you turn off the lights (sun) so that I can see my moon?"
-Hailey

Yet another one

2009-04-27T23:57:00.001-07:00

Another great giveaway! check it out!

http://www.sellpartyof.com/2009/04/extra-extra-read-all-about.html

Yum!!

2009-04-27T23:46:00.000-07:00

Check it out!! Could win a gift card to Texas Roadhouse!!

http://www.sellpartyof.com/2009/04/texas-roadhouse.html

Is the nightmare finally over? wooohoo!

2009-04-20T09:00:00.000-07:00

I hate to say it because I don't want to jinx it but I really think we finally achieved potty training with Hailey! Yeah!!! I know I've said it before but I admit she defeated me before. I went cold turkey with her last time (which is the only way, I think, to potty train) and it was three weeks of me constantly cleaning pee off of everything, and I mean everything. It was awful! So I decided that we would take a break and we took a month off. Since we were going to be home for awhile, this past weekend, I decided to try again, and things went a lot better this time. She seems to be getting it. I made her a Tinkerbell chart and she LOVED putting stickers on it. I also gave her an M&M or jelly bean if she went. Sooo, I'm really excited! This has been a year of dealing with this and I'm glad it's almost over!! I hope she isn't peeing in some corner now because I just wrote this because I think she knows...Haha!

Cowboy Town a.k.a. Columbia State Park

2009-04-17T14:32:00.000-07:00

This has now become a tradition to go to Columbia State Park around Easter time. The kids love it and call it Cowboy Town

There is this incredible candy store there. They make everything!

The robber that stopped the wagon and demanded we give him gold. The kids were terrified.

They LOVE to climb on the rocks!

The Result

2009-04-17T14:29:00.001-07:00

This is the result from our Easter weekend!

Disgusting!

Easter Weekend

2009-04-17T13:32:00.000-07:00

First we had the ward easter egg hunt. It was a lot of fun!

Then it was Easter at Nana and Papa's on Saturday!
Easter morning at home!

We had a really good Easter this year! The kids did so much and go sooo much candy!

Wicked!

2009-04-17T13:22:00.001-07:00

I am very lucky! My friend Kerri called me up and said she was going to Wicked in San Fran and had an extra ticket if I wanted to meet her there. I HAD to go! So Nick had priesthood session (this was conference weekend) and wasn't going to miss it so I had to figure out how to arrange all this. Luckily my good friend came to my rescue and said that if I didn't go, she would go in my place. I was really nervous about driving to the city all by myself. I get really anxious in the city, not sure why. I made it and the show was INCREDIBLE! They are all so talented! The only downfall was that I got lost in San Fran at 11:30 at night. I was terrified! I didn't get out of the city until midnight. That part sucked but I was so glad I was able to go! Thanks Kerri!

Fooled them with dinner!

2009-04-01T21:28:00.000-07:00

I decided to mess with the kids with dinner tonight. I made cupcakes for dinner and grilled cheese for dessert, seriously. These are meatloaf cupcakes with mashed potatoes on top.

These are pound cake sliced with frosting.
I had a meeting so I wasn't there but Nick told the kids it was dinner time and he put a cupcake on their plate. Steven started crying saying that he wanted "real food" but Nick said that's what I made so he had to eat it. Well they started to get excited and Steven took a big lick off the top and was surprised it wasn't what he expected. Then later they asked what was for dessert and Nick told them they were going to get grilled cheese. They weren't too excited about that until they tried it. Over all I think it came out pretty convincing.

April Fool's

2009-04-01T15:58:00.000-07:00

I really wanted to prank Nick but I had no ideas at all! I'm completely uncreative. So I was messing around on the computer and did this and sent it to him with an email saying that I found it on some celebrity website. If you are wondering, Nick has always had a crush on Britney and will defend her like crazy. We are always teasing each other about our celebrity crushes. Anyways, it's really not that funny but it cracked me up a little bit. I'm making an April Fool's dinner so I'll take pictures of that. Hopefully that will be more impressive.

All in one morning.

2009-03-12T22:17:00.000-07:00

This morning my mom was here and brought this bubble machine. As you can tell it spewed out TONS of bubbles. It was a lot of fun!

THEN...

I was folding laundry and I happened be on the phone (yes, I was a little distracted) when Caleb comes running in the room screaming like a banshee, saying Hailey was in trouble. I foun this:

She found my mascara and was playing make-up on my bed. She was casually laying on our bed with her feet kicked up and was trying to put it on and it was right as we had to leave to pick Steven up from school. And yes those are our pillow cases.

Guess Who? with a 4 year old

2009-03-10T20:35:00.000-07:00

This is what I heard in the other room while I was giving Hailey a bath.

Caleb: Do you have red or yellow eyes?

Nick: You need to ask one, it's a yes or no question. Never mind, I don't have yellow or red eyes.... Do you have a hat? ....No I asked you the question, don't shut those.

Caleb: Do you have fire on you?

Nick: No, does anyone have fire on them?

(Some other talking I couldn't hear)

Nick: What kind of question is that?

OH and by the way Caleb won...seriously. Nick comes into the bathroom and says, "I don't like the way he plays."

Hailey is Hilarious!

2009-03-02T22:35:00.000-08:00

Today we were outside jumping on the trampoline and Hailey just couldn't stop calling Caleb "poopy head". I told her over and over to stop and she wouldn't, so I told her to go to time out. As she was going she yells, "Okay, Grandma!". We all busted up laughing. Seriously, where does she come up with this stuff?

Cooking Club

2009-02-26T21:26:00.000-08:00

I just started a cooking club through the MOMs Club and today was our first meeting. It went really well. I have to say I enjoyed it. What I did was pick a theme and hosted it at my house. Each member will pick a theme and host it each month. I picked soups, since it's supposed to be still cold outside. We each brought a soup and the recipe for each person in the group. We just sat around, talked and ate soup. The kids just ran around like crazy. There were about 13 kids. It was fun though and I'm excited to try new recipes. I got some great ones today!

I'm the Bully I guess.

2009-02-22T20:26:00.001-08:00

This was our conversation at the dinner table tonight. Hailey cracks me up. This is her in a nut shell: hot and cold.

Hailey: I sticky, I want to take a baffy. (Bath. She says this EVERY night in the middle of dinner)
Me: Okay, when I'm done eating.
Hailey: Okay, Bully. (Totally casual).
Me: Hailey stop.
Hailey: Yes, Bully? (Said ever so sweetly. I had to laugh it was so funny)
Hailey: DON'T LAUGH! IT'S NOT FUNNY!!!!
Nick: Hailey... (trying to distract her)
Hailey: Yes, sweetie?
Nick: Did you just call me sweetie?
Hailey: yes, sweetie. (We both start laughing)
Hailey: DON'T LAUGH! IT'S NOT FUNNY! I'LL KICK YOUR BUTT!

I always want to remember these moments. She's only two, the things she says should not be coming out of her mouth. She is definitely fun to have around!

Day 5 of 3 Day Potty Training

2009-02-19T13:40:00.000-08:00

So I have a few friends who have done this 3 day potty training and it has worked for all of them. it's really just going cold turkey, no diapers or pull-ups, just underwear. You just clean up the accidents and keep putting them on the potty. So I decided I can handle 3 days, we are just going to do it. Well the first three days went really well and I thought, "okay i could do this it can only get better right?" She had one to two accidents those first 3 days and then yesterday and today it seems she's peeing every hour on everything! Every time I ask if she wants to go potty she yells, "NO!" I feel like she is testing me to see if I'll give up and put her is diapers. This is extremely frustrating for me. I feel like this has nothing to do with actual potty training and more with who's in power. I'm not giving in though. So hopefully by the end of the week we'll be done?? Wish me luck, she definitely is a tough one.

Our new favorite place

2009-02-18T14:49:00.000-08:00

We went to this park around the corner the other day and it was awesome. There is no playground or swings or anything. There is just grass and rocks. Seriously. They just climbed on rocks and ran across the grass for an hour and a half. They ask to go there all the time. It cracks me up that it takes a few rocks and grass to please them. Why do we have mounds of toys at home then??

Only on Sundays...

2009-02-18T14:31:00.000-08:00

For the past few Sundays there's been a weird pattern going on. Nick and I will suddenly realize it's really quiet and that usually means they are doing something they are not supposed to. I snuck in to see what they were doing and they were all sitting together quietly playing. I was shocked.

The next Sunday it happened again. So I went out to see what they were doing and I caught Hailey and Caleb coloring together.

Okay and then last Sunday it happened again. Hailey some how disappeared and She's the one who I worry about the most getting in trouble. She was in the kitchen all by herself with a coloring book and crayons. I think it's so funny that they've been doing this. See my kids aren't crazy all of the time!

The Tooth Fairy is Coming Tonight!!!

2009-02-18T14:06:00.000-08:00

When I picked Steven up from school today he was wearing his tooth around his neck. Apparently he just pulled it out. Thank goodness, it's been loose for at least two weeks. We are really exciting because it's his double tooth. When he was a baby two of his teeth grew in they were fused together so it's actually two teeth that fell out today. I have to go to the bank to get gold coins.

The Sonic Obsession

2009-02-18T13:51:00.000-08:00

Remember Sonic the Hedgehog? That was THE game growing up, the one we played on our Sega Genesis. I can't figure out what brought him out all of a sudden. In our house Steven lives, breaths, and dreams Sonic. He is literally obsessed. I ask him what he even knows about Sonic. Seriously I don't know how it all started. I think I have about 40 pieces of paper lying around the house with Sonic drawn on it. Every paper from church has Sonic on it and they even made a Sonic collage in their room. I just rented the cartoon from Redbox to feed their obsession. Can someone tell where he came from all of a sudden??

Valentines Weekend

2009-02-15T23:54:00.001-08:00

I have to say this weekend was pretty fantastic. On Friday we went to our ward's adult party. It was Prom themed and Nick got me a corsage and everything. It was alot of fun! We dressed up, had Prom pictures taken, we played the Newlywed Game, and danced. I really think the last time I danced with Nick was Prom. Kind of crazy.

On Valentines Day we got doorbell ditched by Nana and Papa (Nick's parents) and went out to lunch with them. It was nice to hang out with them and the kids loved seeing them. We just spent to rest of the evening with our kids. They decided to play superheros. Hailey was craking me up, she just gets right in there with the boys.

And this morning I woke up to all the kids in our bed, we spent a good part of the morning cuddling and playing with them. And sometimes Nick and I would just lay there and get jumped on. But whatever, it seems so little but it means alot. I am so happy with my life and my wonderful family.

Funny

2009-02-15T23:52:00.000-08:00

Hailey: TURN! TURN! (Trying to sharpen a crayon and grunting)
Nick: Are you okay?
Hailey: NO....I fart.

I know it's random but I was crackin up!

Potty Training Sucks!

2009-01-11T23:20:00.000-08:00

I want to pull my hair out, seriously! I don't know how long I can take this. We are in the process of potty training, if that's what you want to call it. It's kind of an in between phase and it seems like we are going no where. Hailey is very independent and also very stubborn which don't mix well when I'm trying to pottty train her. She loves to go to the potty, which sounds great and she likes to go in by herself in her own little potty. She also likes do dump it in the toilet by herself and then rinses it in the sink by herself. You are probably thinking, what's wrong with this? I'm contantly cleaning "waste" that's thrown all over the bathroom. I know you are thinking, "don't let her in the bathroom then." By the way, she's a sneaky little thing that can open ANYTHING and she's done by the time you realize she's in the bathroom. Also, she demands to wear panties but refuses to go when she needs to go and only goes when she feels like it. Oops all over the couch again! Oops all over our bed! Oops on the carpet again. Let's just say I'm tired of cleaning up her nastiness all over the house. I'd rather it in a diaper, contained. I've been lettting her "figure it out" and not pushed it. I don't know what to do! I thought girls were easier! Can you tell I'm a little frustrated?

They have their sweet moments

2009-01-08T23:05:00.000-08:00

Getting the boys to clean their room is a nightmare. Their room itself is a nightmare but actually getting them to do it takes four hours of frustration. Anyways, the other day I was nagging them to clean their room and I walked down the hall way and I could hear them talking quietly to each other. (normally they are yelling or arguing). I stopped to listen....You know when you watch t.v/sports and a team will all put their hands in the middle and then yell Go Team! or something, while they throw their hands up?? Well the boys screamed in unison, "Let's clean the room for mommy!" and I swear that's what they did. I started to crack up and cry at the same time. I know, I'm pathetic. I love these kids. Just when I think I'm going to lose my mind they do the sweetest things. Oh and yes they did clean their room.....eventually.

Our Funny Little Girl!!

2008-12-28T21:26:00.000-08:00

Hailey is talking more than ever and she says the funniest stuff. This was all today: In nursery she was playing with a toy and some kid came up and took it. She said," I sorry, that's Hailey's."
At lunch Hailey and I were sitting at the table and she looked over at me and said, "Mommy, your so cute!". Later that evening she was sweeping the floor and Caleb says, "Hailey, your not the mommy." She responds in the funniest high pitch voice, "No! I Hailey!"
I swear within the last few months she has been talking a lot more. It's funny what comes out of her mouth.

A Great Day with the Family!

2008-12-26T23:55:00.000-08:00

First thing this morning, Nick's parents, Nana and Papa, came by to give our kids their present. Nick and Papa went outside to set it up while Nana and I kept the kids entertained with the blinds closed. They were really excited to get a big ole' trampoline. Now this will keep them busy!

They loved it! Hailey was a little freaked out at first but she got the hang of it.

Later that evening we decided to watch Wall-E and dig into our gingerbread house. It was good and they were having a hay day. They ate so much sugar!!! Oh well once and year, right?

The Big Day!!

2008-12-26T23:45:00.001-08:00

The kids were really excited this year! I was as well. I get really excited for them to open their presents.

Caleb asked for Bumble and this skateboard thing. Of couse, Santa got what he asked for and mom and dad got him a few extra things.

Hailey wanted her Hello Kitty bike, which we thought she would go running up to it. But no, she never does what we expect and was acting really shy and wouldn't get on it at first. She also got the "swimming puppy" she wanted. There was a whole story that goes along with that toy, I'm just glad she has it now.

It was all Star Wars this year for Steven. He got a bunch of Star Wars Legos, which he loves right now. I LOVE to build them. So that evening I sat and put 400 pieces together.

We had an incredible Christmas! I have never felt so blessed and so loved in my life. I am truely filled with joy. I hope you all had a great Christmas as well. Happy New Year!!

Christmas Eve!

2008-12-26T23:42:00.000-08:00

On Christmas Eve we also open our christmas pjs and make cookies for Santa. Unfortunately, Steven was away for xmas eve and we really missed him. Oh and we found footed pajamas in Nick's size.

we were busy this christmas season (that's why I haven't blogged in a while)

2008-12-26T22:51:00.000-08:00

We had a great time this christmas season. It wasn't as stressful. I feel like as a family we really enjoyed ourselves this month. We went in the freezing cold and walked christmas tree lane. They had really cool lights. The kids loved the one of Santa in his bathing suit sitting out. I liked the one with the plate of cookies and milk.

The kids decorated a LOT of cookies this year. My mom made a ton and would bring them every time she came over. There were never ones I would dare give to people though...haha.

I also was in Steven's kindergarten class to help with his class party. My mom worked so she was never able to come to my classes so I'm so glad I'm able to be there for him!!

Caleb goes to House of Tykes now and every year they do a Christmas Program where they sing Christmas songs. It's so cute. Caleb, of course, was adorable!! He was trying really hard to remember all the words that I think he forgot to do the hand motions.

We decorated gingerbread houses thanks to our friend Alison who baked them from scratch! We had fun doing it. The boys helped for a minute and then went off and played. Hailey and I finished it! I think it turned out pretty good!

You Bully!

2008-12-14T21:45:00.000-08:00

That is the most used expression in the house. It started when I told Steven to stop being a bully to his brother. Now Hailey says it daily! But the other night was hilarious. I couldn't help but laugh. Nick was telling her she couldn't have any candy until after dinner. She interrupts with, "I know! Stop yelling you bully!" I couldn't believe that came out of her little mouth. She's barely two!! I can't imagine what she's going to be like as a teenager!!

It's all worth it!

2008-12-09T14:58:00.000-08:00

Everyone has heard me talk about how crazy Hailey is. But I just wanted to say that for all the stress she puts us through, I couldn't imagine life without her. I was putting her to bed the other night and I decided to sing some christmas songs to her (she loves singing songs). As I was singing Jingle Bells, she was staring into my eyes, just laying there listening to every word I said. She was smiling and giggling. It was a such a great moment. She so loving and at the same time so funny. She is definitely loved in this house.. and I think she knows it. ;)

Here comes Santa Claus!

2008-12-09T14:32:00.000-08:00

This year has been very exciting. Steven and Caleb are really into Santa this year and asking all kinds of questions. They asked me how Santa gets in our house when we don't have a chimney. We decided to watch the Santa Claus to show them how he does it....with magic, remember? Anyways, this is the first year we wrote letters. Steven is now beginning to write on his own and Caleb copies him, I helped with Hailey'sThey look so thrilled!! We decided to take them to Santa's mailbox to make sure that Santa got their letter. (I drove all the way to Macy's just for this)

We also went to our ward party and actually saw Santa. The boys were excited to tell Santa the things they wanted. Hailey on the other hand didn't want to be near him. She would just stare at him from across the room. When we were having dinner, Santa walked in and was waving goodbye as he left. Hailey literally jumped into Nick's lap. It was funny. Now that he's not around Hailey keeps saying she wants to tell Santa that she wants a "Kitty bike". Yeah right!

So far this has been a great season. The kids are so excited and I am excited to watch them. I can't imagine what christmas will be like when they don't believe in Santa anymore. I want to keep these days forever. All I want for Christmas is for my kids to never grow up.

We were in the newspaper!!

2008-12-03T23:12:00.000-08:00

Here is the article that went with it....I just cut and pasted it. We are in the group pic. Steven has an orange hoodie, Caleb has a grey hood on, and Hailey is in the stoller. You can only see half of me which is a good thing.

Arriving in traditional Oakdale style — on horseback — Santa was the hit of Cowboy Christmas, with a long line of children waiting to talk to him about their holiday wishes. Marg Jackson/The LeaderEagerly awaiting Santa’s arrival, a crowd of youngsters and adults wave, smile and take pictures as he comes into view during the annual Cowboy Christmas event on Saturday at the Oakdale Community Center. Marg Jackson/The Leader

" Holiday Spirit Abounds
By MARG JACKSON

From the Community Thanksgiving Dinner to the much-anticipated arrival of Cowboy Santa, Oakdale residents celebrated a pair of holidays over the past several days.Members of the community joined in to share Thanksgiving, put on by The Spirit of Oakdale Committee, with anywhere from 800 to 1,000 meals served on Thanksgiving Day."It was awesome, the biggest, best ever," said Vickie Thompson, who co-chaired the community meal with Mickey Peabody. "We served about 1,000 meals and this place (Community Center) was absolutely packed."Meals were delivered to 160 shut-ins and there were people coming in for the dinner throughout the hours it was served. People even arrived prior to the dinner service, with crafts available for youngsters."The schools donated cans this year," Thompson added of another benefit, which allowed the committee to send some boxes of food home with residents in need."The community came out with monetary support, we had lots of new volunteers this year," Thompson said. "It was amazing, the seats were filled all the time and we served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m."Thompson said special thanks must be given to the local Save Mart, a longtime supporter of the effort."They were my Thanksgiving angels this year," Thompson said. "We were short pies and they donated them, whatever I needed, they came through."Saturday, it was time for the annual Cowboy Christmas, put on by the Oakdale Cowboy Museum, which this year saw vendors set up inside the Community Center and outside in the adjoining plaza, drawing a huge crowd throughout the day.But no event was quite as magical as the arrival of Oakdale's own Cowboy Santa, riding in on horseback as children and adults smiled, waved and snapped pictures. Then there was the chance to meet with the jolly old man in red and offer some thoughts on what he might want to stock his sleigh with on Christmas Eve.The vendor faire for Cowboy Christmas featured a wide variety of items, many with the Western theme, and all priced with gift giving in mind. Jewelry, ornaments, aprons, towels, candles, Western clothing and gear, paintings and more were available."It is a truly community event," noted Oakdale Chamber of Commerce CEO Mary Guardiola. "People can do their shopping and it really helps kick off our 'Shop in Oakdale' season."It's a beautiful day for it, too."Cowboy Museum Executive Director Christie Camarillo was equally as thrilled."I think we ended up with 66 to 68 booths and it has just worked out wonderfully that we could use both the inside and outside of the Community Center," she said. "We have some Western booths but we also have some variety ... of course, Cowboy Santa is the big hit."Camarillo said the event is "unique to Oakdale" and it is widely publicized, brining in shoppers from a wide area.Inside, Oreo, a motion activated horse brought in by Tina Burke of Rocking B Leather of Oakdale, drew a crowd of curious and delighted onlookers as the horse would move its head to follow a passerby."It's so much fun," Burke said of taking part in the Cowboy Christmas event and watching the reaction of people passing by the horse. "There's a whole lot of foot traffic through here ... this is great."Oakdale City Council member Katherine Morgan happened to be one of the shoppers perusing the items and was overwhelmed with the vast number of choices."It's huge, it's wonderful," she said. "The vendors are going great outside and inside, everyone is having a good time and it's very well organized."Carol Arnold of Oakdale was always enjoying taking her time to look at the merchandise."We come every year," she said. "There's lots of nice things here, we look for Christmas gifts ... and we're going to see Santa."

We would be awesome elves!

2008-12-03T22:43:00.001-08:00

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More Pics

2008-12-02T13:30:00.000-08:00

There were so many I wanted to post more pics...

Family Pics

2008-11-30T14:20:00.000-08:00

We had our family pictures taken by our friend Amber up in Knights Ferry. It's such a beautiful place! I had no idea and it was 10 minutes away. Here are just a few! There are too many to put on here! They came out soo good and my children were wonderful taking them. It was the best experience ever!