Chacon's

2011-04-28T22:08:00.001-06:00

So my I made these for my mother and sister-in-laws in Mexico. I was so excited about how they turned out. I even had little clothes pins and magnets, covered in the same scrapbook paper. They were

adorable. Now I guess it's time to make me one :)

Easter

2011-04-28T21:51:00.000-06:00

Sleep Over

2011-04-28T21:19:00.000-06:00

My niece Dorani came and spent the night.

We sure had a lot of fun.

Trying to get the hang of playing the wii

Springbreak In Moab

2011-04-28T20:57:00.000-06:00

2011-02-13T00:55:00.000-07:00

14th Anniversary

I thought I'd post a couple pictures of when we first started dating, and after we married. Since we didn't have a wedding this is about all I have :0)

This is our 1st Anniversary

Brothers

2011-01-25T19:55:00.000-07:00

So I've been trying hard to catch up on my scrapbooking. Since I'm only 4 1/2 years behind I'm sure it's going to take awhile. Anyways I got a little side tracked when I came to this picture of Eli (the one in the middle). I've been wanting to print these all out to hang in their bathroom. I can't believe how alike and different they are.

2011-01-10T23:05:00.003-07:00

WOW!!!! Has 8 Months passed since my last post. CRAZY!!! Well I almost gave up on it, and then I started to miss it. I actually look at these pictures more than I do at all the ones on my computer. I started picking out only a few to get me caught up, but there were so many good ones I just had to spend the extra time posting them all. Even though it put me behind on putting Christmas down!!! Yes here it is the 10th of January and I barely started on it yesterday. Only a few more things and I'm done. I hope everyone had a great holiday.

2011-01-10T18:57:00.030-07:00

We kinda started a New Years Tradition a couple of years back. Being pulled around on a tube by a 4wheeler or snow mobile. We go out to my moms. She has a pretty big field behind her house. This year we finally talked Eli into getting on and he loved!

Party with the Gathercoal Grandparents! They also got pillows "big body pillows". They are so soft. When ever I can, I steal it from them. It was pretty funny to see them surrounded by grandkids and big body pillows! Christmas Party with Grandma and Grandpa Wilson. They mostly all got Pillow Pets! And they LoVeD them!

I love going to the Zoo Lights. Yes it's pretty cold, but well worth it. And you even seen SOME animals :)

Kaden's school Project

Trevin loves to jump off anything and everything. Did he learn his lesson from this? Absolutely NOT!!!!

Kaden found out the hard way not to push his little brother to far. I guess calling him Thomas the train was a little far. LoL

This was so awesome I had to take a picture and post it. This is the first time I've heard of Beer Can Chicken. It was really good, and really funny!

We love going to Jakers Pumpkin Patch in Springville to pick out our pumpkins. It's always so fun and the kids love walking around trying to find the best pumpkin.

Can you tell our family loves Star Wars(the Clone Wars) Well it's mostly Kaden and then Eli follows along. They sure looked cute this year!

While Trevin was in the tub, he decided he wanted a better toy to play with. So with out me knowing, he got out and got his horsey. Then next thing I hear is dripping, running water. So I go in to see what it is, and I find this. At first I started to get all mad, but then pictures are better and the horse was already ruined. Oh well it sure was funny!

Grandma Connie's been doing lots of yard work and asked the boys to come out and help. They had so much fun and at the end of the day when she paid them, it made it even better.

Okay, so a really funny story! Look at the top middle picture of Eli. When he came out from getting dressed I thought, wait Eli doesn't have capri's. Then I realized that he had Trevin's pants on. LoL. I tried not to laugh until I got a picture. And when I did he got so mad at me :0)

So this trip to Yuba didn't turn out so GOOD! As we pull in, the wind is just blowing like crazy. We set up anyways and pretty much stay in the trailer. Laura and Tyler came a little while later. After awhile of hanging out in our trailer, they decide to put theirs up. YES! The wind is still blowing like crazy. They get it up and then decide they should put it down and wait. Not a couple minutes later a gust of wind catches the back side and just rips the top off! It was so horrible but funny afterwords. But I guarantee Tyler will not be back to Yuba. The wind never did quit. Even into the next day!

Our first time going to San Rafael Swell and we loved it. The kids loved getting dirty and riding motorcycles.

2011-01-10T15:09:00.007-07:00

Our Mexico Trip this Year! Well this year I was a little scared planning to go. There's been a lot of bad news going on down there, but we made it and had a great time. It had been almost 3 years since we had seen Manny's family last and there were 3 new nieces we got to meet. I really hope things clean up so the next time won't be so scary.

Best part of Mexico is ReLaXInG!!!!

Pictures of some of Manny's family. I was really sad that I didn't make sure to get pictures when everyone was there. But I am happy for what I got.

We went to this really cool Dam(waterfall) that wasn't to far from where Manny's family lives. We climbed all over the rocks and caught some tiny fish(with our hands) by the edge.

I really had a good time making this cake. Mostly because I actually accomplished it. As I was doing it I said I wouldn't ever again but of course now I would like to try again!

Eli and Trevin had such a blast! Eli still talks about things at his birthday and what were doing for the next(oh NO)! Thanks everyone for coming and having a good time!24th Parade and Carnival

On the 4th of July we got a new puppy! "Osito" Man he is a Hand Full, but ohh soo cute!

Our baby girl Angelina would have been 10 this year. On her day we all went up to spend a little time with her. Kaden sometimes has a hard time with it. He always says he wishes he could have meet his big sister. I tell him we will someday, and that he makes up for the both of them. And I wouldn't trade him for anything. We love you so much our Guardian Angel :)

Just hangin' out through the SuMmER. I love the picture of Trevin in his pigtails, Manny thought it was a picture of Sadie!

2010-05-11T23:35:00.005-06:00

For Mother's Day and Kaden's Birthday, we went camping. It was really fun. This is Kaden's SURPRISE bike! Then I made him a cake!

2010-05-11T23:20:00.002-06:00

For Kaden's 9th Birthday we went Bowling! The kids had fun, I think it was a lot funner to play the video games. Then they had cupcakes, and opened presents!

Hersheys Track & Field Day

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This was Kaden's first track & field day. The day started out cold and windy! Eli was great. He stayed bundled in his blanket and played his leapster. Trevin on the other hand cried the whole time. Even though I was holding him the entire time! Kaden had fun even though he was probably last in every event. I told him I was proud of him just for trying. I did leave early, because of Trevin, so I missed the soft ball throw. But I got some good pictures of the long jump. None on the actual run. And not because he was so fast :) I just had a crying baby in my arms:( GOOD JOB KADEN! I"M SO PROUD OF YOU

Bigger and bigger every day!

2010-05-11T20:38:00.002-06:00

I know, not another one!! But they are so cute!! Well not as much at this stage. Their feathers were kinda fuzzy and gross looking, but there starting to look a lot better. Black gave us a scare. Friday last week he wasn't walking much, and when he did it was with a limp. Kaden was almost in tears, wanting to take it to the vet. Ha ha don't think so! But he is doing much better walking around on it. And Kaden is still out there every morning and after school making sure it has water, and food. Next step..... maybe a dog???

The boys have discovered the Skate Park!!!!!!!!

2010-04-27T14:53:00.003-06:00

Last Sunday we took the boys to the one is Springville and Spanish. I have to say the one in Spanish is a lot better. At least for my kids it is. Now that's all they want to do. It's pretty funny watching them. And I think Eli is a little more daring than Kaden. When we got to the skate park, there was some older teenagers there, and Kaden asks "mom why do the boys take their shirts off ?" I was laughing when I told him "because they're trying to impress the girls. When you get older you'll do the same thing." He goes "eww gross!! I will not"

Up Date on Duck's

2010-04-27T14:19:00.003-06:00

Panchito and Blacksmith (changed into blacky) are doing great.

They are almost 3 weeks old and I swear have tripled in size. We have them fenced in under the tramp and they are loving it. Kaden does really good about changing their water and feeding them. He says "Mom I'm going to do my chores". I wish he was that happy about doing his chores inside. Eli still doesn't want to touch them. He just watches Kaden do it all.

2010-04-10T19:01:00.002-06:00

So ThuRSdaY Morning, bright and early, Manny, Kaden , and Eli head down to Cal-Ranch to purchase some ducks!!! This is what they came home with. As long as it doesn't stink and I don't have to clean up a thing, I guess we're all happy!

Trevin's been pretty good about leaving the Duck's alone and the boys love holding, and checking up on them. Their names are Blacksmith(the all black one), and Panchito (the one with yellow).

2010-04-10T17:06:00.004-06:00

My mom does a EAsTer egG HuNt every year at her house. This year she expanded out into the field, and also had confetti filled eggs we threw at each other. Thanks Mom for a FUn daY!!!

After my mom's EaSteR eGg HUnT we went back to my

house to color eggs! A lot of work but well worth it!!

We had a nice, peaceful, Easter. The kids got a Wii game, and

a leapster. They spent most the day playing that. I took a nice nap, and made a wonderful dinner! Hope everyone's was just as GrEAt!

On St. Patties Day I made gReeN pancakes, eggs, and drank GrEEn milk. Eli was not having it,as you can see by his face. I told him to pose for the picture and I would make him normal ones. Trevin gobbled up the eggs!!

This picture speaks for itself!!!!!!!!

Since we got a little bit of good weather, we all pitched in to do a little yard work, and get a little sun.

2010-03-09T11:14:00.002-07:00

My best friend Amber, from high school, was sealed to her family in the Timpanogos Temple. I am so proud of her, and her accomplishments.

2010-03-09T11:03:00.004-07:00

COLBY'S BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!! I feel like I'm still playing catch up but I really wanted to post these of my nephew. He is such a great kid, him and his brother are a good help to their mom. We had a combined Super Bowl and Birthday since they were right next together. I hope you had a great Birthday Colby. we love you!

2010-02-28T22:38:00.006-07:00

JAZZ GAME!!!! AND KARATE!!!! So I know this was a while ago, but it's taking me this long to fix all the pictures and get them posted. I really wanted to post them because I'm so proud of Kaden. I love to watch all he has learned "slowly but surly" and hope he continues to learn more. They got the chance to preform at the Jazz half time show. So these are some fun pictures me and Kaden both took. He actually does a good job. I took a few of Boozer, my sister Laura thinks he looks like Manny. I think Manny is better looking :)

Papa and Grandma Jay were able come. I'm glad they got to see Kaden perform.

On top is the OMEGA Payson team, the ones who participated, the bottom is all of them together.

They did such a good job. It was awesome to see them.

Waiting to go out on the floor at half time.

Where's Kaden!!!

2010-02-28T22:22:00.008-07:00

The team went up the night before to practice, and this is video of that. One of Kaden's friend's mom took him and recorded this. I was very grateful, since I only got a couple of pictures. It is a little long, but I edited down. The things they do are so cool!

2010-01-08T23:22:00.003-07:00

One of the great parts of Christmas morning is laying in bed listening to the kids ooh! and aah! over what they got in there stockings. There innocent comments about what Santa brought them. Of course then you have to get out of bed because they want to open more! I hope all of you had a great Christmas!

2010-01-08T22:48:00.004-07:00

Making Christmas cookies for Santa! The kids love to help, some times a little to much.

This is our Party with my Mom and Dave. We played Christmas Pictionary, then opened gifts. My Mom got each family a Glow Dome, which turned out pretty cool. The kids like to turn it on like a night light.

Since things are so busy before Christmas, we had my Dad and Jay's Party after this year. It's great to have gifts to open after Christmas. 2 big hits,(it seems to becoming a tradition) long sleeve 2 Jack shirts, and McDonald gift certificates. Now the kids can buy their own Happy Meals

2010-01-07T22:52:00.005-07:00

Kaden's 3rd grade Christmas Program! Of course this is weeks ago, but I can't seem to catch up. Hopefully soon I can get my Christmas pictures up, and not get to far behind. Kaden did such a great job, and was so excited about singing Christmas songs. He's growing up fast, and is such a cutie. The boy next to him is his friend. He was so excited to finally be in the same class with him this year. This top picture, Kaden is in the back of the sled "What a shorty"

2009-12-11T21:29:00.002-07:00

With all the snow we had to get a picture to send back with Manny's parents. I think they were ready to leave the snow.

2009-12-11T20:53:00.002-07:00

Yeah!!! It finally snowed. The boys were able to put there snow gear on, and head out side for some fun. Kaden came up with this idea to rig the snow shovel to his Escalade. Then he drove his SNOWPLOW up and down the drive way.

2009-12-11T20:29:00.002-07:00

This year my kids were so excited to help decorate the tree. Of course Kaden hangs only 2 or 3, then he's done. Eli usually sticks with me to the end. I love looking at my tree, but I swear it seems like a pain in the butt to put up. Trevin's been pretty good with not touching, no broken ornaments so far. I can't believe only 2 weeks till Christmas. I am not ready!

Celebrating Thanksgiving Twice!

2009-12-02T10:04:00.006-07:00

Manny's mom and dad came up this year in time, so my sister and brother in law came to our house to have Thanksgiving. First me and the kids went to my dad and Jay's house (Manny stayed home to sleep) and ate with them. Jay had the table set up so cute, and her house as well. The kids played outside since the weather was really nice. I didn't get to stay long, since I needed to get home to start cooking my dinner.

So this was are first time frying a turkey, and doing Thanksgiving at our house. We used my mom's and Dave's Fryer, and it turned out great. The night before, I stuck the turkey in a 5 gallon salt water cooler to soak. Our Turkey was so moist. Well the breast part. I usually like the dark meat but not this time. When you fry it, it gets to well done.

My sister in law is awesome. As soon as she showed up things

seemed to run smoother. She just kinda gets things done faster, and if things aren't perfect, Oh Well! With her and my mother in law we had the kitchen cleaned up in know time. Muchos gracias Elsa por todos.

2009-12-01T21:07:00.004-07:00

NEW MOON! This picture speaks for it's self. I've been a Jacob fan from the beginning, and not just because he's so hot! This book was one of my favorites, and I'm so glad they did it better than Twilight. I can't wait till the next one. It's pretty fun to go with all the girls, and act a little "not my age".

(Sorry about some of the faces that got cut off)

2009-11-23T11:27:00.002-07:00

1st Haircut Wow! We finally did it. His hair was so long, and it still kind of is. I told the lady to trim it. I guess I thought she would cut a little more on top. He looks like he has a bowl cut. I took him to Cookie Cutters, which was really cute. He loved sitting in the car and watching a movie.

2009-11-07T08:30:00.007-07:00

OCTOBER has come and GONE! I can't believe we are already in November. October was filled with fun Halloween activities, and I'm so far behind on posting anything. I thought I would post only a couple of my favorite pictures. That turned out to be a lot. CORNBELLY's This was my first year going but my sisters go every year. My kids loved it! We went on opening day, which is only $4. I thought it was going to be crazy busy, but it wasn't. It took some time in the corn maze, but we eventually made it out. And they had this awesome 3D spook ally that wasn't to scary for the kids. I think that was my favorite part. Looks like we'll be going next year. My Grandmas 80th birthday was on the 17th. We got together for a home cooked breakfast, and cake, hee hee. She was really happy to have her grand, and great grand-kids around to help her celebrate. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Grandma Harri!

Putting up Halloween is always fun, taking it down sucks! Kids like to help decorate, but they hate to help put it away. Oh well! They had a blast putting up these window stickers. And Trevin had a blast ripping them off! Finally, with some of them ruined, we got them up.

Usually are tradition is to go to the pumpkin patch in Springville and scour the fields for the right pumpkin. This year since that road is closed we went to the RED BARN for a Hay Ride, and different shaped pumpkins. It was really fun, and the kids thought it was cool riding behind a tractor. As we got on, the wind picked up and it started to get dark, so not so many great pictures.

HALLOWEEN COOKIES! I love making, and decorating these. They are fun and you can do many different things. But I swear, every time, you can't wait to be done. And wonder why you began in the first place. But they are yummy and fun, so that's why we keep doing them.

We grew are pumpkin patch again this year, and just like last year we come out with a bunch of small pumpkins. Daddy gutted all of them, and Mommy carved most of them. The kids did their 1 or 2, and so did Manny. It's sad that they don't last for very long.

My mom's FAMOUS Halloween party! This year we didn't go all out with the SPOOK BARN, but it was still really fun. She had a treasure hunt, and a swinging doughnut thing, where you try to eat the doughnut without touching it with your hands. It was so funny watching the kids, and some adults, going round and round trying to catch the doughnut between their teeth. I wish I got pictures of everyone, but there's some it missed.

HALLOWEEN night was awesome. We went up to my sisters house for trick or treating, and the kids had a blast. Gavin was running from one house to the next, and we were barley able to keep up. Of course that didn't last for long. About an hour later they were all pooped out, and ready to head back home. Her neighborhood is great. A lot of them really haunt up their houses, or dress up for the kids. I wasn't planning on it, but when I got to my sisters house and she was, I decided to throw on some things she had.

2009-10-05T22:49:00.003-06:00

HAPPY 60th BIRTHDAY!!! PAPA!

Last Sunday we went to my Dad's for his 60th birthday! We had a great time just eating, visiting, and playing volleyball. I don't think my dad looks close to 60, and I don't think he acts like it either. He says the only time he feels old is that first hour or two in the morning. Thanks dad for sharing a special birthday with us!

I had to get all the kids while they were munching. They were so cute putting the olives on their fingers.

These 2 are so cute! Carson couldn't stop licking the frosting off his fingers, and Chance loved trying to pick up the ice cubes with the tongs. I even caught him putting some on Trevin's head. He of course had no clue. He was busy trying to get his hands in the bowl.

So Jackie walks over with these glasses on, and right away I remember seeing a picture of my dad with almost the same ones on. I just had to get a picture. In the picture he's also holding Jackie. They also have the same mustache and goatee. What a resemblance. Such handsome men.

That sure is alot of candles! Look at all the smoke.

My step-sister Lori made this cake. Isn't that cool. I love the little golf club.

Look at all them grand kids. And just think, some weren't there and we're still adding more. Half are from our step side of the family. I didn't think to get their picture when we were taking them.

2009-09-16T08:57:00.003-06:00

For Labor Day, we went to Payson Onion Days. I'm a sucker for carnival rides. It was really fun, and I got to meet up with an old friend. Her little boy, who's 4, rode the rides with the rest of the kids. The only down part of the night, waiting forever in lines. I don't know if it's worth it, to go on the first night. It might be cheaper, but they don't get to go on as many rides.

Kaden was in the Parade again this year. So we got up early and walked down from Collene's house, since it wasn't to far from there. The kids got lots of otter pops to keep them cool. They sat on the curb and watched the parade go by.

He loves to kick the board in half. Makes him feel so tough.

Next time we're sitting on the West side. They sun was in

our eyes the whole time.

After, we headed down to Mi Rancherito for some lunch. Then spent the rest of the day just chillin'. It felt good to spend the day, doing really nothing.

2009-09-02T09:32:00.012-06:00

Sunday was a very interesting day. We planned to go

feed the ducks and had are bags of bread. When we walked up to the pond Manny noticed there were a lot of Carp. So when we started throwing in the bread pieces to the ducks, we were shocked when the Carp started swarming over the pieces.

I could not believe how these fish would swim out of the

water to get to the bread. I hate to say, it was more fun and exciting to feed the fish than the ducks. There were people there throwing in whole dinner rolls. And the fish would just gobble them up. So after all the fun, we took a stroll down the river and took some pictures. Trevin wasn't into it, but I got some cute ones of Kaden and Eli.

And the day just got better. After feeding the fish, since the day was still early. We picked up my mom(because see new the way) and headed out to climb(in the truck)West Mt. Why? Because Manny wanted flat rocks(for are yard), and I guess this is the spot to get them. It was a nice, slow, bumpy ride to almost the top. When we got there, we started looking around. The kids stayed near the truck with my mom, as me an Manny went further out. I had a couple, and was coming back to the truck when I looked down and noticed about 10 to 15 spiders all on the top of weeds that were about knee high. Every where I looked I could see black dots on these weeds. I never thought of myself as being scared of spiders, but I started screaming. I finally made my way(very loudly) back to the truck. Where I stayed and made Manny finish collecting the rocks. This picture we got on are way out, which we didn't notice on the way in. I swear there were SPIDERS everywhere!

2009-08-24T20:02:00.003-06:00

Last weekend we threw a surprise party for my sister Chris's 40th birthday. She had absolutely no idea, and it turned out perfectly. We made some special gifts for her, and let her know how much we love and appreciate her being our sister. As I was looking for sayings about sisters, I came across one that I really liked. "Perfect sisters we are not, but thankful for the ones we got". I love my sisters so much, no matter our arguments, or disagreements. They will always be there for me, and I'm thankful for that. Now on to the fun stuff! We rented a Bounce House for the kids, but it was so fun we had to join in. There was really great food, as well as the chocolate fountain, with lots of fun stuff to dip in it. So there's quite a lot of pictures below. I tried to pick my favorites, but needed to get everyone in there.

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Dinosaur Museum at Thanksgiving Point! When Manny's mom came to visit we took her to see the dinosaurs. It's amazing that we live here at that's the first we have been. It was pretty cool to see all the different kinds of fossils. The kids loved it.

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I have to say I love my Lego cake. I spent a lot of time on it and it turned out great. My mom helped me a little, and was there for support till 12 a.m. the night before the party. Eli would not go to bed until he saw it finished, and wanted to help with whatever I would let him. He was so excited when I was done, and the next morning when he woke up the first thing he said was " Is my cake still okay mom?" I have my sister Laura to thank for the invitation. I was so busy planning the cake, I was late with the invites. She came to my house and helped me photoshop my picture into something perfect.

2009-08-08T23:31:00.001-06:00

2009-08-06T00:06:00.002-06:00

For Eli's birthday we went to.........

They loved all the planes, but their favorite is the B-52 Bomber (that's the airplane below).

And of course we had to go to Krispy Kreams.

2009-08-05T23:54:00.002-06:00

Lighting fire works on the 24th. Then watching the big ones from our back yard.

I love watching the parade. Ya it's the same stuff, but I guess it's just the tradition. This year my niece and nephew were in it. It was fun watching them go by.

Kaden's cousin came to play after the parade. I loved watching them rock out.

2009-08-05T23:39:00.002-06:00

Who knows maybe one day they'll start a band!

2009-07-29T09:10:00.002-06:00

THE THINGS KIDS COME UP WITH!!!

When I went to check on the kids playing, this is what I found. Kaden has pulled out his dads car jack, along with some of his tools. I guess the Escalade had a flat. In the middle picture, that's Eli under it, Kaden behind, Bayler pumping it up, and his friend Jade standing by for support.

2009-07-09T23:17:00.003-06:00

These are my favorite flowers. It's to bad they don't last for very long.

This Monday and Tuesday we went to Laura's pool. It's just right for the kids, not to deep but deep enough for them to jump. We had a blast!

My kids are the best (most of the time). Kaden and Eli made this card for me, then surprised me on my birthday when they gave it to me. But the surprise wasn't over.

Manny had a card hidden in his truck, that him and the kids picked out. This is the first CARD in 12 yrs. It was the cutest card, and inside Kaden had written "we well wosh your car today" I cried so hard because it was so special. THANKS BOYS! Of course they got in water fight. Eli ended up crying because he was all wet, and Kaden got mad because he didn't get dad wet enough.

I LOVE FIREWORKS!!!!!!!!!!!! We gathered at the Ericksens for food and fireworks, the 2 best things in July. We might have some pyros in the family, j/k. The kids loved lighting the fireworks, with adult help. Then toward the end, my sisters surprised me with a Better Than .......... Cake. It was so good!

PROVO PARADE..... I like the traditional stuff, and the parade in front of my brother-in-law's mom's house & BBQ after is one of them. They are so nice for inviting us, and the food is fabulous. Thanks Clair and Jan.

2009-06-25T09:01:00.002-06:00

Last weekend we took a "stroll" down to Otter Creek. Are plans were to meet up with my bro-in-law's family, pitch in to rent a pontoon boat, and fish away the day. But the weather turned out not to be the best. We headed down anyways for the adventure,and I'm glad we did. Even though it was really windy, we had a great time, and our kids had an even better time. They spent the whole time exploring around the camp ground, and spinning on the playground thing that was next to camp ground. They made friends with some of the boys there, and had fun on a four wheeler ride. Thanks a ton Chris for inviting us. Maybe next time we can actually fish.

On our four wheeler ride Eli fell asleep half way through.

Spinning playground thing"don't know what its called". We took a drive down the side of the lake on a dirt road and Manny let Kaden sit on his lap and steer. He loved it!

We stopped here on our way to Otter Creek. I couldn't believe how yellow the mountain is.

2009-06-23T22:30:00.002-06:00

When A big rain storm passed through, we went outside to watch(in the garage). I wasn't going to post them, but I thought they turned out pretty good.

The little white spots are HAIL.

2009-06-18T21:41:00.003-06:00

These 2 talked me into buying these snorkels for 5 bucks each. And I'm just thinking what a waist. The water will come in the goggles, and they wont use them. So they get home, and even though the storm clouds are rollin in, they want to put them on and test them out. So every day since then, first thing they ask me when we wake up is "Can we go snorkeling"?

2009-06-18T21:14:00.003-06:00

YUBA!!!!!

About 2 weeks ago we went down to Yuba with Manny's sister Elsa, and her little girl Dorani. We stayed 2 days, and 2 nights. The kids had so much fun getting dirty, riding bikes, and throwing rocks in the lake. In the picture below, with Eli holding his thumb up, he has an INCH WORM crawling up it. Kaden was such a chicken and wouldn't hold it until I did.

We had the best deserts. The 1st night we did smores, and the next Peach Cobbler. I know, retarded to take the picture, but they just looked so yummy. The kids only wanted to light the marshmallows on fire. I guess that's the funnest part.

So I took a million pictures of the fire. I thought it was pretty cool. Even the pictures look hot.

Dorani was so cute. She was just like one of the boys. Running around throwing rocks. She loved to run down the dock, with her mom right after her. Trevin just liked riding in the stroller.

Hot Day!!!

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Time to bring out the sprinklers. Summer is on it's way!!!

2009-05-14T22:49:00.005-06:00

Happy Mother's Day! We gave are mom her gift the Saturday of Kadens b-day since we were all there(except Collene who was at ball games). I'm glad she really liked it. Thanks Mom for just being you. The next morning we met up with grandparents for breakfast. YUMMY!!!!

2009-05-13T09:42:00.004-06:00

Kaden turning 8 This Saturday was full a birthday parties. First in the afternoon Kaden had a party with his friends from school, then after his cousins, aunts,uncles, and grandparents came to wish him a happy birthday. Thanks everyone for making Kaden's day so fun!!!

Manny was throwing water balloons, while the kids tried to hit them with their LIGHT SABERS!

They played a relay game where they had to dress up like a clone(Commander Rex), I think this was the funnest.

Star Wars birthday cake, and Yoda Sodas. I love how they all posed for they camera.

Thanks everyone, Kaden loved his gifts.

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Trevin loves the four wheeler. He was so cute riding on it.

2009-05-04T16:14:00.002-06:00

Manny took the boys up to the reservoir to fish, and came home with...... fish. Which doesn't happen often. But the last time Kaden had urban fishing class Manny went with him. There was an older man there fishing by himself, and when he went to leave he gave them some kind of egg, (which Manny won't tell, he says it's a secret) to fish with. He caught four little ones that day. He didn't have anything to bring them home in so they put them back. Let's just say there a little excited to fish, now that there actually catching some. I told Manny to get some pictures, of course he came home with none. So I made them stand for me so I could get one.

2009-04-27T12:24:00.007-06:00

This weekend we packed up the trailer and went camping down to Yuba!

I know, we missed the good weather, but it was still fun. We hung out in the trailer and played games, and when the sun decided to shine a little, went outside. In those rare moments that it did, we started a fire(had to roast the marshmallows) even though it was really windy, and the next day did a little fishing off the dock(which I'm sure your not supposed to). Then they ended up throwing rocks in the water, much funner. Even though we were there just 1 day and night, I got lots of cute pictures. Sorry there's so many.

Eli said he wanted a fishy pancake. Then Kaden said he wanted a rainbow trout(whatever that looks like.) I think I did a pretty good job.

Easter Egg Hunt at the Wilson's

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Sam is such a great help. We went to a Scentsy Party, and she

watched our kids. Of course the best part is bathing Trevin. Thanks Sam for letting us be kid free for awhile.

2009-04-13T16:10:00.002-06:00

Kaden loves April Fools Day! He was planning a trick he heard on Nick, and was excited to play it on Eli. But it didn't work out and was really sad. I worked that whole day, and I thought when I got home I wanted to play a trick on him. So I got those M&M's with the flip top, dumped them out, and when I got home, filled them with gravel. They were already in bed so I went upstairs and told them I got them a treat and could have a little before going to sleep. Of course they were so excited. They opened them, Eli pops one in his mouth, then spits it out, Kaden of course gets all mad. He likes to play the trick not be tricked himself. I wish I had my camera for their expression.

2009-04-13T13:58:00.005-06:00

We finally took on the big job of tiling our house. First we had to rip out the linoleum, and scrape up all the paper backing, and glue. We used this wall paper steamer(in the picture below) to help soften the glue. It worked okay, but we still had trouble getting it all up. That was almost more work than the tiling. It was fun at first but then after the 2nd day I was ready for it to be done. The actual tiling took us about 3 days. Then the grout and the cleaning, and then finally, NEW CARPET. I think that was the best part.

The shop vac was on most of the time, and Eli stayed up late. He finally fell asleep on the couch with his hands covering his ears.

This is my brother Jackie. He came over the first day to help us get started. And to also let us use all of his equipment. This closet was such a pain in the butt. I'm sure glad he took on the task. Thanks so much brother, for your time and expertise.

Trevin sure liked to sit by us and watch.

Trevin just chillin', drinkin' his bottle.

So most of the time my sisters had my kids, I was so glad for that. There is no way we could have gotten anything done with kids. Thanks a bunch Collene and Chris.

They like the new floor!!!!!!!!

This is me doing my part. I was to slow for Manny, so while he was cutting a piece we needed, I would lay out some mud. Then he usually came back in and finished. I did lay quite a few tile. But I was mostly there for the support.

This is the last piece to be laid. And about 1:30 a.m. Talk about excited!!!

Manny doing the grout. I was pretty much useless with this. I tried, but was to slow. So I went behind Manny, to start cleaning the grout, and floor.

After cleaning the floor 4 times, it finally was clean. And then about a 4 days later we got the carpet. Then I could put my house back together.

2009-03-30T18:26:00.002-06:00

This is Kaden's 2nd year doing the karate tournament. He did really good this year. He took 2nd place in forms, 1st place in sparring, and 2nd place in chimbara(don't know how to spell that). I'm glad he's enjoying it. All my time spent in the car. Worth It! The video clip is a little long, I tried only getting the best parts. Sorry it's not the best, all I had was my camera.

Kaden's Karate 2009

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Bath Time

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This is Eli's cousin, Shelby. She came to hang with us one night, and they where goofin' around.

Eatin' candy of course, and spinnin' around in the chair till they where sick and dizzy.

Trevin, taking his turn!

"ELI" In a not so better moment

2009-03-08T21:46:00.005-06:00

This is Eli's usual when he wakes up from a nap. And yes, this is in the middle of the day. With Eli still in his jammies. Manny got this video on his cell phone (sorry about the quality). I was at work and he sent it to me. I was laughing so hard.

2009-02-23T17:54:00.002-07:00

Sometimes you wish your kids hadn't learned to read!

So there we are, eating cereal Saturday morning. Kaden with his Reese's Puffs, Manny with his coffee, and me with my Special K. Manny looks at me and says "how come your so beautiful?" which he sometimes says. And my usual answer is "because you love me." So he turns to Kaden and says "isn't mommy beautiful?" Kaden replys"in 2 more weeks she will be." Me and Manny look at each other thinking WHAT? Then it dons on us, the cereal box. We started laughing so hard. I didn't realize Kaden had read the box about loosing POUNDS in 2 weeks. After we stopped laughing, and Kaden thought he was so clever. I asked "so,do I need to loose weight to look beautiful?" Of course his answer is yes!

2009-02-03T21:57:00.005-07:00

WARNING!!!!!!! Naked Boy Ahead

I know the next couple of posts are all

about Trevin, but he's the cutest thing to take pictures of.

Trevin's Giggles

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Trevin just turned 6 mo. and I thought it would be cool to see all the boys at that age. It's amazing how different, but also the same they look. For me, it's hard to tell who they look most alike. I just think they're adorable.

Tubbin'

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ADDICTED TO THE WII

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Since Kaden has gotten the Wii for Christmas this is what he plays non stop(if I let him). He had his cousins over one night, and they loved to play the Guitar Hero. Who knows, maybe one day they'll start a band. Lol

Look at their faces. It's like their in a trance.Except for Eli, he's pouting as usual. Gavin loved it so much he came back the next night to. I was surprised because Kaden can be such a hog.

2009-01-12T12:30:00.004-07:00

This is my niece, she is such a cutie! We went up to Manny's sister's house to exchange x-mas gifts, and her husband Ramon made the best dinner(well part of it). He works at Stien Eriksen in Deer Valley as a chef, and sometimes comes up with the best things. Thanks so much Elsa and Ramon for having us up.

Dorani Tarango

Ramon holding Trevin

Elsa

Christmas morning

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For the last 3 years this has been are Family Tradition.

We go out to eat at a restaurant, then on to Festival of

lights, and then drive around to look at neighborhood

Christmas lights. This year we also went to Thanksgiving

Point. My Favorite is finding neighborhoods who have gone

all out on putting up lights. And the different things people do.

After that on our way home, we stop by the sports park (if it has

snowed). And do a few doughnuts in the parking lot. This is Manny

and the kids favorite part. This year I decided to record some

of it. Its the post below. WARNING: May cause dizziness.

Christmas Eve Family Tradition

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This is our Christmas Party with my Mom!

Let me just say it didn't start out to well. Monday

it snowed the whole day and into the night. So most

of us were late. It was horrible driving out to Benjamin.

But once we got there we had a great time, and my mom

had a fun game planned for the kids. They sat in a circle,the

first person got to chose a present, then the next either took the

first persons, or choose their own. It was fun, but of course they

all wanted to pick their own bag. Kaden ended up picking one

with a girl toy. We all started laughing, because we know

how much he hates girl things. He started crying

really bad, so we let him pick another.

He is such a terd. When we got to the party

him and Ammon were checking out their gifts,

and Kaden got mad because his was a small box.

He pouted most of the party until he opened his

present to find he got just what he wanted. I told

him he should be thankful for any toy at all!

My Eli!!!!

He loves Sponge Bob Square Pants. Cute little Trevin. He slept through the whole party. I had to wake him up to open his gift. Great Grandpa Dick My brother He's such a handsome man.

Making Christmas cookies!

2008-12-22T02:08:00.002-07:00

So I braved the weather Friday night, and went to my sister Collene's house. We had planed to make cookies, but when it started to snow I was having second thoughts. But I hopped into the big truck, turned on the 4 wheel drive and started out. My sister Laura came along at the last minute and I'm glad she did. It made me feel a little better. It was worth the drive, we got yummy cookies to leave for Santa.

2008-12-22T02:05:00.000-07:00

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

2008-12-22T01:00:00.002-07:00

I'm a little late posting this, but we went to the Zoo lights up in Salt Lake last week. I loved it! Yes it was cold, and we froze are you know whats off, but I had fun. I hope my kids did as well. My favorite was the ginger bread house, zebras, and giraffes. I hope to do it again next year.

Zoo Lights

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Here come Santa Clause, here comes Santa Clause, right down Santa Clause lane.

Well we went to see Santa today, and stood in line for almost an hour. I had to get a picture with Trevin for his first Christmas, or I wouldn't have stood in line for so long. Can't wait only 3 more days till Christmas!!!

2008-12-11T18:51:00.002-07:00

WOW!!!!!

I can not believe it is 2 weeks until CHRISTMAS

Is everybody ready, I'm sure not. So many things still

to do. I hope everyone has a great Merry Christmas and

a safe New Year!

2008-12-11T18:33:00.002-07:00

My boys are the best. But I guess every

mother thinks that. They take the best pictures.

I look at Kaden, and I just see my smile. The same

gap, and beaver teeth. I love those moments when

they do something or say something, and your like

"that is so me"

2008-11-30T02:11:00.002-07:00

Well it's that time of year again. Bust out the Christmas

lights and go to town. This year Manny made me help

with the trees. It took me 2 hours to do one tree, but

I'll tell you what, I'm very proud of it. Best looking

tree in are yard. I keep pulling out more lights, but

Manny wont let me. Oh well!

Got the lights dad

Raking the leaves

Helping dad with the lights!

Crazy kids

Mom look at me

Not afraid of heights

2008-11-30T02:00:00.002-07:00

We had a great Thanksgiving at the Wilson's. Dave deep fried a Turkey, as Kieth and Manny kept him company. Mom, Collene, and me got the rest of the food ready as the grandparents showed up. Just a small crowd but it was really nice. After, we went home to curl up on the couch, watched Elf, and Santa Clause, then went to bed. Nice relaxing day. Hope everyone else had a great thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving at the Wilson's

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I think Trick-or-Treating is the best part of Halloween. Not of the candy but of how much and how far you can go. It almost makes me want to be a little kid again. But with all the Trunk or treats not many people are home. So we went up to my brothers house and tagged along with him. We had a great time. Thanks Jackie.

Trick-or-Treating

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Dog & Beth

Bounty Hunter

I want to thank Manny for dressing up with

me. I was really surprised he did. I think mainly

because he loves to watch his shows.

2008-10-30T20:37:00.002-06:00

Every year I usually carve pumpkins with the kids by myself while Manny is at work. This year we did it together, and let me tell you he is great. He scooped out all the goop so I didn't have to. All I got to do is my favorite part "carving". Thanks so much Hunny!

Carving Pumpkins

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Manny got a good deal on a E-Quilizer hitch.

So he had to test it out. While he had the trailer out,

he took some pictures since we forgot to when we

went camping. Of course he had to get the truck

in there as well. He is such a nerd.

Can't wait to go camping again!

2008-10-29T21:38:00.002-06:00

For Red Ribbon Week Kaden got to dress

backwards for school. I thought he looks so

funny I just had to take a picture. I'm still

wondering how he went to the bathroom

2008-10-27T21:57:00.001-06:00

I got my kids all Halloween shirts

this year. So I went to my Moms to

take their picture. She always has the

best background.

2008-10-27T21:50:00.002-06:00

I know I'm really behind on this but I wanted to post it. We had a really good time, crazy, loud, but fun. Me, Kaden, & Gavin played Rock Band and my son was actually pretty good. I know what I'm asking Santa for Christmas. We played games but it was just fun hanging out and laughing. Thanks family for the good times!

2008-10-27T21:46:00.000-06:00

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

Photo Tag

2008-10-27T19:56:00.004-06:00

Okay ,so this is the first tag I've done, and only because it was easy and I didn't have to think.

Well the 4th folder and the 4th picture didn't work out because I have folders in folders in folders. So this is the the picture I came to after all the fourths. This is really funny because the 4 wheeler Eli is sitting on is actually from Megs house. Eli would not give it up when we left. Well it never made it back. Eli wore it out and is now in pieces, and in the garbage. Thanks though Meg!

I tag 1)Chris 2)Gigi 3)Lori 4)Holli

2008-10-13T17:48:00.002-06:00

Well are pumpkins survived the bugs! I was so happy. We got about 25 pumpkins, although half of them are small and the rest are medium sized. Kaden and Eli were very helpful in watering them this summer and loved cutting them off the vines. I can't wait to do it again next year.

Back yard pumpkin patch

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