Wednesday, April 23, 2008

" Hannah Montana" the mini version


Here is our little Lillie rockin' out to Hannah Montana. The girls love to have dance parties in the front room. There is no furniture in there so it makes it perfect. I love watching the kids perform, and they just love doing it.

Sunday, April 20, 2008

Week in Review


Not a whole lot happened in our family this week. Well I guess I shouldn't really say that we do have five kids so things do stay pretty busy. Madilyn is in Preschool and really having a blast. Maizie just can't wait to be a first grader. Cooper begs everyday to go to school. Probably because he just wants to be around some boys instead of all the girls, all the time.Lillie is at a great age and she is such a joy in the house. Rylie is growing so fast, my baby doesn't seem so baby-ish.
There was a girls night out this past week that was a nice little break. We went to the Olive Garden , it is just nice to go out with some fun people at night.Ryan and I were able to go out both Friday and Saturday night ( that's unheard of) it was a great treat. We have been married almost seven years so it is nice to escape some times. My in-laws finally made it to London this week. They have been through alot just to make it out there, so we are looking forward to talking with them. For those who don't know, Ryans parents are serving a mission over in London. They will for sure be missed. The kids don't really understand how long it will be, but we are excited that Ryan's younger brother Kevin is getting married because Grandma and Grandpa will get to come home. So the kids will get to see them.
We have a busy week coming up but we are ready to go. I am just so happy my friend Jen, who I workout with in the morning is back!!I need someone to help motivate me.
The pictures here are just some fun ones from our Sunday at home. Aunt Kristy came by to visit and the kids love there "Super Star" Aunt Kristy.

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Family Fun at the Fair


WOW!!! Here is little Miss Lillie Sue and her Grandpa Atha! In life it is so important to truly treasure the little things. This past weekend we had a great day at the fair. The kids got to go on some rides , Maizie , Madie and Cooper are little fair junkies. They really enjoyed going on all the rides. It brought me back to the days when I was a kid and loved riding the fair rides. The nice thing about going was the fact that the kids were able to spend some more time with my dad. The kids love all their grandparents so much, it is so wonderful to have them all in their life these days. Family is so important in life, I hope I am able to teach my children that. Because they will never be able to get rid of there mom and dad, even when they may want to at times. We love each one of our children so much. Maizie, Madilyn, Cooper, Lillie, and Rylie (I'm out of breath) our, our biggest blessings in life. We love you little ones!

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Maricopa County Fair


A few pics from our trip to the county fair.

Coop's Camel Ride


Our kids love the zoo. Thanks to their Nana, they have a zoo pass and we get to go quite often. Anyways, the zoo offers camel rides and everytime we go, Cooper wants to ride. This last time he had $5 because the kids had saved up all their change and cashed it in and were given their $5 to spend as they wish. Cooper got to the zoo and knew immediately what he wanted to spend his money on. Camel rides are $5 and going on a camel ride meant he wouldn't have any money left for a snow cone. Nonetheless, he spent his $5 on a camel ride all by himself and was all smiled the whole time. He tells us he is now saving up for an elephant ride (which is fitting, because if you didn't know, Cooper is in love with the Crocodile Hunter and now Bindy the Jungle Girl). And at the end of the day, Cooper somehow conned Lillie into sharing her snow cone with him so he rode a camel and also got the weasel award for the day.

Rylie's First Tooth


Well, Rylie got her first tooth in. Yes, she is not even 6 months old yet she cut her first tooth this last Thursday. That night, mom noticed number two was coming in also. A little early, but it may come in handy as a good defense mechanism against her brother.

Friday, April 11, 2008

Blogs...

so, here it is. a blog for the fam. not sure what exciting events we'll captivate or if anyone will read, but I promise you this...it will not be updated every day! hopefully this can keep our family members and friends updated on our fam while also giving us an opportunity to stay in touch with you.