6th Picture Challenge

1. Go to the photo folder in your computer
2. Go to the 6th folder of photos.
3. Go to the sixth picture.
4. Put the picture on your blog and description of it.
5. Invite six friends to join the challenge.

So, this picture is of Kami and our little fashion show we had just before school started. She loves the camera! (can you tell)

Now, I don't have a lot of people who read my blog, so I will just tag those that do.

Angie C, Angie W, Angi J, Kriss, Sheia, Tricia, Ruby, & Mindi

Oh, what a day

So, I was on my way to take Kami to school, and just as we are almost there, I look back In my rear-view mirror, and she is laying to the side, and pale as can be. I pull over (we are 1/2 a block away from her school) to investigate, and she finally after coxing it our of her, said her tummy hurt. So since we were right there, I just went in, and told her teachers. One of them came out to the car and gave her a kind "We'll sure miss you" and we left. (What nice teachers huh) Well, almost home, and I start smelling something. I keep thinking, there must be a leaking, rotten, sippy somewhere. I did not consider that Kami could have thrown up (she did by the way) because I heard nothing. sorry, probably too munch info. I too, being really sensitve to vomit, felt yucky for the reat of the day. So, sorry family for being a grouchy, rotten mother today. I owe them a lot for putting up with me, and my many, many flaws. June Cleaver would have been ashamed of me.

We just want to get well!!!!

My poor boys. They are sick with ear infections, nasty coughs, and I can't stand it anymore!!! Last week it was Brooke. I just want everyone to just get better. Is that really so much to ask. I stayed home from church to care for the little guys. I guess I should be grateful they don't have the flu. Cleaning vomit is just possibly the very WORST job as a mom (parent, Ry cleans it up more than me) Hey you know that show, "Dirty Jobs", I am yet to see it feature a full-time mother. It is one for sure!

Happy Birthday Sheia

Sheia, I hope you have had a fabulous day today! You totally deserve it!!! You are such a wonderful friend, and really love and appreciate all you do for me, and my family. You are so loved!

Cute

My mom made this adorable table runner for me. I had a vase, and wicker balls to match, that where just kind of hang'n around. My mom is ALWAYS doing something for me. I love and appreciate her so much. I hope she knows of my love for her. I probably don't say it enough. I love her for so many other reasons besides the things she gives. She is always in tune! So she knows somehow when to call or say the right things. She is so loveable, and kind. She is a crack up, and she is unconditional. She loves you no matter what. She deserves more recognition for that for sure. She is my best friend, and I love her!!!!!

Hasn't Spring Sprung Already?

I know where I get my impatience.

My sweet mom!

She is always doing something for us, and her latest...... spring outfits!!!

Hayes is wearing the shirt, and will have to wait a few months til he can wear the shorts.

Kami looks so cute in her bright spring clothes. My mom made the skirt. So cute.

Handsome Derek in his shirt. He wanted to wear the shorts. Sorry, buddy, in due time.

Brooke in her duds. She loves brown and teal. So cute! She growing up too fast. Her skirt is also handmade with love from Grandma.

I know I could have waited, but then who will carry on the legacy.

Thanks Mom! We love you!

Chore Charts

In despiration to try and keep my (our) home in order, I came up with these charts. They have everything on them from daily chores, and laundry day, to homework and reading. They start on Monday, and end Friday. I personally, hated cleaning the house on Saturday as a kid, and want this to be a sort of day off for the kids, but mainly ME. I feel I am cleaning all week, and need a break. Anyway, they get tallies on each day, and for each thing passed off, ans earn points. I then have different things they cand spend their point on. Like money, outings, prizes etc. Well, the kids seemed pretty excited at first, but already it's worn off, (well except for Brooke) She has over 100 points, and reminds me regularly that she has them. I have found that without my encouragement still, it will never get done. So, I will need to really be on top of this one.

Derek, washing up after dinner

Brooke, cleaning the counter. Go Brooke go!!!!


Kam and Hayes doing the dishes. (Not sure if it was actually helpful, but they are learning to work)

Our Cruise

It's hard to believe we have been home 2 1/2 weeks already. We had such a wonderful time, we made incredible friends, and had many adventures.

We loved our Cruise Line, "Royal Carribean", The were really great. Exellant food, beautiful ship, but lacking in entertainment quite a bit. The best part this time around, were the excursions. We visited places we'd never dreamed of seeing. We (well Ryan) snorkled, we zip-lined, surfed (another Ryan), Soaked up the sun, and really, really saw some beautiful beaches, resorts, and places. A typical day includes getting up and rushing to get breakfast, and run to make it to our destination leader (who were great guys, brothers) Then go on our day long adventure. We'd come back to the state-room, take a nap or freshen up to go to a fancy dinner. Following that was either a show, or something, then after that, a game show, or kareokee night. A bunch of us started a tradition of going up to little cafe, and getting a mid-night snack/meal of some sort, and talk and laugh with not a worry in the world. We were so lucky to have such fun people to hang with. Although we had a blast, i am happy to be home with my sweet kids. Our next adventure, is to cruise with our kids! We can dream can't we!!!!!!!!!!!

Christmas

I am really slow at getting my blog upcated! Things are crazy. Well, Christmas was wonderful. It was such a nice break from school, and we really enjoyed it. The kids are really growing up fast. Where does the time go.

The highlight of Christmas morning had to be Hayes and his train. Although he we still a little drowsy, you could'nt pry him off with a crowe-bar.

Ok, this picture was suppose to be first. That shows you I am not a good blogger. It's becoming our tradition to take a picture of all the kids at the top of the stairs.