Family Ice skating

Grace, Kyle and I hung out in the viewing area while Brad and the other kids tried hard to ice skate. Even though most of them hung on to the wall, they loved it! Grace was going crazy, but she sure is cute. The kids want to go again soon...maybe I will give it a try. I have never been on ice skates before. Roller skates-yes...Ice skates no.

Out to Lunch with Dad

Ice Ice Baby...Braden's 5th Birthday with the whole family

Our Family Picture 2008

We made a great effort to get our family photos done before the Christmas rush. Here are some of them...

We did it! After 2 whole years....

After 2 whole years we got our older children's pictures taken (along with the rest of the family). All 8 of us headed off for JcPenneys last Monday morning. It was hard to get everyone dressed and ready (kind of like Sundays around here). When we got there Grace decided to be grouchy and Kyle became fussy. I was so glad we made the effort, but looking at the picture you have no idea how hard it was to get Grace to semi smile. (I had to bribe with gum and even then she wouldn't smile normal!) Oh well, she and the rest of the kids are really cute and we were glad to preserve this moment in time. The pictures on the wall are 2 years old so its about time!

Braden has his first birthday party...He is 5.

Braden was so excited to have his friends come over to celebrate his 5th Birthday. We had a fun party with games, pizza, cupcakes and presents. Happy Birthday Bubba! We love you!

4th of July - Gracie learns a new skill!

Go Gracie Go! The leader of the pack...BRRRRRRMMMMMM!

Our sweet baby laughing

Isn't he cute! No one can make him laugh like daddy!

September 11th - We will never forget

Our family went the to TFD memorial on Sept. 11th. The Governor was there for the ceremonies. I was glad Brad thought of taking our children to this event. It is important to remember those who give their lives for freedom and to protect others.

New News

Hi Everyone. Just thought I had better post an update on our family. Kyle has really had trouble sleeping so Brad and I are really tired lately. He is such a joy though. He is sitting up by himself, blowing raspberries, grabbing for things and just being a cheerful little boy. We are hoping he gets the sleeping thing down soon. Little Grace gave up her crib so Kyle could have it. She shares a room with Megan and has done well sleeping in her toddler bed. It is the sweetest site to see Grace kneel by her bed to say her prayers. Speaking of prayers....During General Conference I said to Grace, "Gracie, get ready for prayer" and she immediately folded her arms and started saying"Heavenly Father (in Gracie talk), bless daddy...." Daddy is always at the top of her list. She didn't realize I meant someone else was saying the prayer...so cute!
Ashley started volleyball...this is her first time playing on a team. I am assistant coach and she is really doing well. Spencer went with us to practice tonight and ran around shagging all the loose balls. He did a great job!
Megan had her 7th birthday on September 26. She had a birthday party which she loved. I will post some pictures from the party later. Life is good!