2nd and 5th grade.

Well it's back into the grind.  It's so hard to get situated the 1st week.  Who's brilliant idea it was to start school at 7:45 is insane.  Considering I have early risers it's still hard to get up and going.  Last night Josh woke up at 12:30 and wouldn't go back to sleep until 3:00 then I caught Trevor up at 3:00 playing x-box so I put him back to bed and then sure enough when  I went to go back to bed at 3:45 Gavin woke up until 4:30 and next thing you know it's 6:30 and time to get going.  It's a dang good thing I got everything ready the night before because I'm kinda moving slow today.

I don't blame the boys for being super excited, nervous ect.  I remember my 1st day of school it always gave me butterflies.  And it looks like poor Trevor got Ryan's nervous stomach.  He was pretty nervous to go to school and has been feeling a little sick the last three days as we are getting prepared for it all.  I sure hope he doesn't have a accident today that would be the worst!!! 

Josh got up got dressed, put on his new shoes, ate breakfast, washed his dishes and was waiting by the door at 6:00. Unfortunately he cut the tag out of his shirt and cut a hole in it. So we had to change shirts and I made him eat some ricotta pancakes and not just a go-Gert for breakfast.

Trevor was  not so excited.  He fought me to do his hair (like usual) and was dragging his feet. He about died when I wanted to take his picture.  But at least he got up got dressed and was ready to go on time.

When we moved here Trevor started 2nd grade.  It's seems just like last week he was that small and now Josh is starting 2nd grade and it's Trevor's last year in Elementary.  How did my kids get so big so fast?

Josh all ready to go.  What do you think his favorite color is?

Trevor refused to smile.

So I told him if he didn't I would follow him to his class room and take a bunch of pictures of him there.  Yup that did the trick :)...  Poor kid has a big burn on his face.  His Dad took him shooting and the casing flew back into his safety glasses and burned his face.  At least he doesn't start with a broken arm this year. 

Gavin wanted to be a part of everything so he got his back pack.  Although he's 1/2 asleep that seemed to please him.

Walking up to the school

Josh signing in. 


When we got there Trevor ran upstairs to his class and gave us the look of (don't you dare follow me.) So I sadly didn't get any pictures of him in his class.



I hope they have a great day. I can't wait until 2:45 to pick them up. Neither can Gavin. It's going to be a challenge to keep him entertained all day and get anything accomplished. Good thing he will go to pre-school in a couple of weeks two days a week. Although I'm not ready to be a empty Nester for a few days it will be good for him to have some of his own time.




Love you boys!! Happy 1st day of school.

Welcome Walk

Have I mentioned I LOVE LOVE LOVE that our school has the teachers come to the house to introduce themselves to the kids and that's how they find out who they are getting for the year?  It's such a exciting day and way better then getting a letter because the kids get to see their teacher face to face.  The boys were waiting all day sitting by the door and I have to admit I think I was more excited then them.

Joshua's teacher came 1st.
Mr's Collins.  I wish My blog would let me crop pictures.  I hate me in the background trying to hold Gavin back.  We gave the teachers a little treat of Carmel cereal. 

Next up was Trevor's Teacher Mrs. Shultz.  Trevor's almost as tall as her. We were so worried he would get the MEAN teacher so when she knocked Josh started screaming Trevor you got the nice teacher, you can come to the door now.. .  Trevor was elated.

Gavin was so sad his teacher didn't come to the door.  But starting Sept. he'll be going to pre-school and will get to meet his teacher then.   Today we go up to the school and put away their school supplies and set up the class room.  I love this school so much and it looks like we are going to have another great year.  This summer was by far the fastest summer ever I'm pretty sad to see it go.

Summer time.

We have been to several pools, sprinkler parks, HOT HOT bike rides ( camel backs are the best invention). We've explored many trails, played in bounce houses, and indoor playgrounds, and tested LOTS of ice cream.  Not to mention all the play dates, parties and trips to the grandparents.    But the best part is when you play hard you crash hard.  Gavin has outgrown naps and rarely takes one.  Yesterday I guess I wore him out and found him on my bed like this.  He got his blankets put a pillow over his ear and fell right asleep for two hrs.   I'm sad school is starting soon, as hard as it is to keep these kids entertained all day. And I get so sick of the fighting. I do enjoy them being home.  Today I'm taking all 3 to veterans memorial park all by myself with some good friends.  Wish me luck!!!  Things like that stress me out but the kids love it so it's always worth it.

all I want for christmas!!!

Josh  is starting to have a toothless grin.  Today he lost his 1st top front tooth.  He's been saving up all his money for a while now to get a Ipod touch like his brother.  He comes flying out of the bathroom with blood all over his face saying "YES if my teeth keep falling out like this I'll finally have enough money."  He likes the idea of pulling out his teeth better then doing chores. 

Utah trip.

July 19-Aug 3rd.

My trip isn't in order but I can't fix it so read from the bottom up.

We had such a great time with my family. I flew out with the boys for 6 days then Ryan was able to join us after his trip from Atlanta. We got to see almost all the family and I got to see my great friends. It's such a blessing to have so many wonderful people in our lives. Here are just a few highlights of our trip.

Costa Vita with my high school buddies.  I'm so lucky to have such great friends.

Then we went on a tour of the conference center.  It was just being built when we moved from Salt lake 10 year ago.

I look so freaky!!!

We enjoyed watching the lady play the organ.  She was playing the whole song with here feet.  Now that's talent.

Next up the Salt lake Temple grounds.  It was so beautiful.  Hot but Beautiful.

Going to the Provo temple. They agree this one looks like a flying saucer.  I always thought that when I was a kid.

Josh was so excited to be in the water.  This kid is a FISH.

Trevor leaned you can lean back and just let the current take you down the river.  He did that forever.

This little guy followed us and begged for food.  It was pretty cute. Josh wanted to take him home.

So many squirrels on the trail.

Uncle Mont Rocked and Carried Gavin on his back.   Ryan took him on the way back.  It sure saved us. the boys enjoyed exploring every nook and cranny of this hike.

Hiking up the Temple of Sinawava

We went with My sister Jen and her 3 kids to Zions park.  They now shuttle you into the park on a bus.  Ryan loves going on buses for some reason.  Me NOT SO MUCH.  Do you know how many germs  are on a bus???

Ryan and I got to go on a OVER NIGHT DATE!!! We went back to my sisters condos then out to dinner at the most amazing restaurant ever. ANASAZI. They cook your meat at your table on a lava rock then we had chocolate fondue for dessert. It was such a wonderful break just what we needed. It was so great to get to go to the St. George temple. It brings back so many memories of our wedding day. The best part was my aunt Sue was a worker that day and got to help me. That was an amazing experience.  I love being able to go to the Temple. I wish we lived closer to one.
 This crazy house was on the way to the condo. I was amazed that this guy made all these sculptures out of wire in front of his house. People do interesting things.

Uncle Mont helped them put on a great LONG show. My little pyros were in heaven.

Let the fireworks begin.  The boys were so excited.  They LOVE fireworks.

Taking the kids on a bike ride until the sun goes down so we can cook smores and have a firework show.

Aunt Wendy took us to St. George to stay in her time share condos. 

I took the boys to Discovery park.  It's a huge fun park with a tire swing.  The boys got their ultimate fun tire swing ride.  They didn't want to stop.   Only problem is they thew up on the way home. 

Seattle-Chelan Vacation.

Chelan Washington July 3rd-11th
Redmond Washington July 11th-13th.

We always enjoy going back to Seattle. After living there for 8.5 years we have alot of fond memories and great friends and family we miss dearly.  We had such a great time at the lake and always wish for more time to get to see everyone.  Here are a few highlights of our trip.

There is no better place to watch the fireworks then on the boat. It's so magical!!!

We got to meet Marks girlfriend Sarah.  Gavin adored her she was super cute with him.

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We can't go to Seattle without stopping at the Lego store.

Smores with the worlds biggest marsh mellows. Best messy smores EVER!!!

Skiing into the sunset.  Doesn't get any better then that.

Gavin LOVES being on the boat.

The boys swam all day long!!!

Got room for one more? We always had a full boat that's for sure.

Best snow cones EVER!!

Even Trevor thinks so :)..

All the older kids enjoying their treat.

Pizza at the park always a family favorite.

The boys spent Hr's and Hr's digging them a hot tub.

Celebrating all the June and July b-days!!!

Ryan discovered the little charcoal grill. He became a BBQing fool. But we were all so glad it was so good.!!!

Loving my buddy on the boat

Brother time!!!

Gavin sampling Josh's Maui waui ice cream to see if he wants that kind too.

I love the peaceful beauty of this lake.

Took the younger two tubing.  Almost killed myself.

Josh gave this trip a thumbs up.

Uncle Fernando came to my rescue and took Gavin tubing.  Thanks again Fernando.

Got to see Grandpa's new business venture.  Garage plus. I  Don't think he'll ever fully retire :)..

Had the BEST dinner ever at aunt Keri's.  The boys loved playing together.  It was so loud with all those boys.

A great place to keep everyone PUT!!

Grandma took the boys to this trampoline place to get all their wiggles out!! They had a BLAST.

I thought this was a great place to catch up on my smut.  The only time I read these magazines and I found this for free on the plane.  Only EVERYONE made fun of me.  But it's OK I still enjoyed it.

Say What?  Love when Trevor makes a double chin.

Gotta have Gelato!!  Only the best in the world is in Seattle

It even makes Ryan happy.

Trevor's highlight of the trip.  Well except for Playing with his cousins.  He LOVED driving the boat and sea doo's.   Couldn't get the kid off of them.

Ryan and I got to Celebrate our 13th wedding anniversary at Ryan's all time favorite restaurant.  We also got to go out with our great friends and Cousins Brett and Jami.  It was so good to see them I miss them like Crazy!!

Grandma and Grandpa remodeled the Big house.  It turned out amazing!!