MX Rockstar!

I am so proud of Coleton! He races at Rocky Mountain Raceway in their motocross series and he took 3rd overall in his 65 class! This is a big accomplishment. There are 15+ racers in his class, the track is a mile long and they have to to 4 laps each moto and 2 moto's a night... so not only does it take skill, but endurance. This kid can race!

Last night RMR had a Banquet where they honored the top racers and Coleton was invited to attend. It was a nice dinner and award ceremony. This is his 3 year in a row where he has been invited to this Banquet. We are so proud of him and for all of his accomplishments!

Coleton, Thank you for the adventure!

Halloween

I love holidays, but Halloween has got to be my favorite! Dressing up! Candy! Running around! Parties! Homemade donuts & rootbeer! Candy!.... CANDY! I'm just kidding. I like candy, but not that much :P But I know my kids got a lot this year so if you know anyone who didn't, we will gladly donate :P

With my kids being off track there were no school parties or parades to plan. So Aunt Bekah took the day off to come play! Aimee, Bekah, and I dressed up as biker chicks (I'm the blonde) and headed out with our kids. We went trick or treating, out to lunch, and back to Aimee's to decorating sugar cookies. The kids had a blast! By the time we came home we only had minutes to feed them dinner, touch up their costumes, and send them out around the neighborhood. What a perfect night.

We miss all our friends and hope everyone had a Happy Halloween! It just wasn't the same this year not having our annual party, but we hope things will be different next year and that we can all get together again soon!

Daddy Daughter Date

Since Elise turned 8 back in April she has had a wonderful time going to Activity Days in our neighborhood. This month they decided to do a Daddy Daughter Date and Elise was so excited. So to make this special we took her out shopping to let her chose an outfit and we got on the 'girly do' blog site and I let her choose her hairstyle and we had a fun time getting ready for the date... it made me think that in just 8 short years she will be dating other boys (that I hope I approve of)and I can't believe how fast time goes. Someone once said that you really only have 18 years with your kids before they move out for college or to start their own family... when you think of it that way every moment is special.. every second counts.

I am so thankful for Elise. I love her so very much.

October Porch

Even though it's small I love to decorate my porch for Halloween. Here are some fun pictures of my simple decor!

Summer Splash!

Isn't life great! So many things have happened since I last updated I just thought I would share a few and the slide show above will show some pics.

Coleton had a birthday -- I can't believe how big he's gotten. What a character, he planned his own party.. he had R/C car races. I thought there is no way this is going to work, but it did-- all the boys had a great time and I think he has 'converted' some friends into R/C's.

He also received his Arrow of Light. I am so proud of him. It's a lot of hard work, but he stuck to it and it was a really neat ceremony -- afterwards he was all smiles and said it was worth it.

The kids started school all 3 are in full time so I decided to get a PT job there at the school and I'm loving it. The kids love their teachers and have been enjoying the year... today marks the first night where we are all off track and so big plans are in the making.

We went to Bear Lake twice! Once with my family where we camped it at the KOA in our trailer and enjoyed the beach and boating and once with Robs family where we stayed in a rental home and were able to enjoy 16 acres of land to four-wheel on. We love Bear Lake! We have been going every year since we were married and it just makes for fun memories and strong family ties. From the moment we come home our kids begin the count down till the next year!

We love you all and thanks for being patient, we will be updating more regularly!

To Be Updated, very soon!

I know I'm terrible-- but would you believe me if I tell you that my internet has be down for several days ... and I'm still trying to catch my breath with my new job :P But I promise I will get this updated very soon... just not tonight, I'm too sleepy.

Can you guess who this is??

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WvAaQ2CiOM

I SURVIVED GIRLS CAMP!!

I survived Girls Camp! Oh yes, I did!

About a month ago I got called to be the Girls Camp Cook, I thought 'SURE, this will be so much fun'. Holy Cow, it was a lot of fun, but it was also a lot of work!

We arrived on Wednesday, and after setting up camp we had free time. Rob & the kids were still there so we got a game of volleyball going. Near the middle of the game I twisted my foot pretty good in a pot hole and had to sit out.. at the end of free time Rob left for home and I prepared for my first meal. As the day progressed my foot got bigger and bigger till it wasn't fitting so well in my shoe. Lucky for me we had another free time scheduled and so for the full 3 hours I was able to put my foot up with ice on it. That brought the swelling down so my foot could fit back into my shoe and then I was back to cooking for the next meal. By the end of the night I thought, there is no way I can do this. I prayed for nearly 10 minutes asking for help, before I went to bed. The next morning 2 things happened. First -- my foot felt soooo much better (I couldn't run & jump on it, but I could walk) and Second -- Our ward needed another Priesthood leader up at camp and so Rob had to come back up. And when he was there he helped me with every little thing! My prayer was answered more than I could have hoped for!

I loved Girls Camp! I loved being with the girls! I loved getting to know the leaders better! I loved having my family up there with me and spending time with them!

Swim Lessons

So to keep my kids busy this summer we have signed them up in swimming lessons. They have been going for 6 weeks now and have become quite the little swimmers! I love seeing them swim. I love seeing them dive for rings at the bottom of the deep end. I love seeing them jump off the diving board. I love it!!! See just a year ago they absolutely hated it and every morning they would be screaming not to go, but this year they just jumped in & conquered their fears, I am so proud!
*just keep swimmin, just keep swimmin

Birthday Surprise!

Me & My Honey


OUR PILOT -- jimmy




I had a perfect birthday! My husband has this friend who has his pilot license and they worked it out so I was able to go flying on my birthday! I am so thankful for Natalie & Jim!!! They are such great friends! It really made my day. I am usually not an emotional person, but after such a beautiful view of the valley I couldn't help, but think about how blessed I am.

The only thing that I have to say is next time.... NO ROLLER COASTER!!!

iFLY

How cool is this! So every year Grandma Linda & Papa take the kids for a sleepover. Girls one night and then Boys another. And every year they are so creative to put a theme to their sleepovers & the kids love it! This year the boys were taught about being a missionary and angels protecting them... they then took them to iFLY down in Ogden, UT, and let them practice flying. Coleton loved it! It was so great to see him as he stepped out into the unknown and succeed! Rob and I have tried to teach our children to be afraid of nothing, to believe in themselves, and to trust in the Lord & they will succeed. I love watching them grow up and face these challenges and seeing their confidence grow as they accomplish what they set out to do.

Happy Fathers Day

When I think about Rob I think about...

My Husband, My Lover, My Best Friend, An Amazing Dad, The one who makes me laugh, The one who curls my toes, The one who thinks he is Vanilla Ice and can dance, Happy, Sweet, Kind, Unselfish, Turns me on, Stops everything to dance with me, Sends butterflies thru my tummy, Enjoys Life, Is my Sunshine, Can fix anything, Plays with our children, Teaches our children, Helps me be a better person, Works Hard, Beautiful Eyes, Soft Lips, Strong Hands, I love the way he kisses me, I love the way he smells, I love the way he tastes, I love the way he sings on Rock Band- 'Creep' is my new favorite song...

Anywhere I go.. Anything I do.. Everything around me baby.. Makes me think of you :P

I LOVE YOU--HAPPY FATHERS DAY!

Happy Birthday ROBBIE

Happy Month of JUNE Robbie!

Every June all month long Rob is showered with gifts, money, and love from family and friends because of his birthday & father's day... so we just say Happy Month of June! And every year it drives me crazy because my family loves to make sure to drag it out... All in all it's funny, but I can not believe how spoiled that man is :P

Here he is all smiles with the 20 pound chocolate cake made especially for him.

I love you Robbie, Happy Birthday!

What time is it? SUMMER TIME!

Schools Out! End of the school year is here and the kids are so excited. We have BIG plans for the summer and they can't wait to get started.

Every year there is always an award ceremony and this year both Coleton & Elise took home the 'Leadership' award. I was so proud because only ONE per grade gets that and they took it. Coleton's teach later told him that the Leadership award is given to the child that is kind to everyone, gets along with everyone, and sets a good example for everyone... He was very happy!

WAY TO GO KIDS!