Thursday, September 9, 2010

Tiny Dancer

Presley has joined the big girls ranks.  She is taking dance with her big sisters at Infinity.  She was so excited for dance she could hardly wait!! Here she is all dressed up and ready to go.
Her "ballet pose".
Back view...
Ready to go-sparkly shoes and all!
With Daddy before class.
Once we got to the studio, she stood in the corner with her fingers in her mouth and was too shy to do much of anything.  She wanted to stick right by me!  She did join in a little bit at the end and had fun.
Later that day......
Here is how I found her later that day.  Asleep on the stairs.
We have had another lesson since the first and she did much better.  She still wouldn't hold any of the other little girls' hands, but she followed her teacher and did everything with me secretly watching her from the office.  If she's anything like her older sisters, she'll be good.  Her legs are certainly long enough!
Oh, did I mention we'll have another IDS dancer in 2013??? (Piper-5 days old)

Sunday, September 5, 2010

BAck to School-2010

Another year back to school.  Every year I dread sending my kids out the door and I always, ALWAYS, cry just a bit.  I never let them see me because they are always so excited.
Parker is starting the third grade and Pacie is sailing into second.  They both have teachers they have had before-Pacie looped from first grade and Parker's Kindergarten teacher moved up to third grade.  That helped their nerves quite a bit.  It was a rainy, cold first day, but they were excited and ready to board that bus.  Here they are ready to go on their first day, 2010.

I hope they have a wonderful year and that they are able to learn and grow tons!!  We love you, girls!!

Saturday, August 28, 2010

Fields of Gold

This past week, I mentioned to Ashley that I wanted to take the kids pictures in the wheat before it was cut down.  We were going to go on Sunday, but it was a blustery, rainy day.  She called me on Monday and said she was coming to do it for me at around 5:00.  It literally took her about 20 minutes to take these amazing photos of my kids.  I LOVE them, and can't wait to get a big canvas made of the last one. Thanks, Ash!  You did such an AMAZING job!!

These are just a few of my favorites-there are even more to choose from!  

Sunday, August 22, 2010

Sacrifice Brings Blessings

Today has been an amazing day for our family.
This morning we met with the Stake Presidency and Scott was issued the call to be the second councilor in the new Osgood bishopric.  We were both very humbled by the call.
I just wanted to tell Scott how much I love him and how proud I am of him.  He is a wonderful husband, father and patriarch in our home.  I know he will do a wonderful job and will learn and grow during his service.  I am thankful for his willingness to serve and for the example that he sets for our family and for others.
I know that it may be a challenge at first, having all 5 kids to myself in Sacrament meeting-but I also know that I am up for the challenge and am looking forward to the blessings that will come as Scott sacrifices to serve.
I love you, Scott.

Saturday, August 21, 2010

So Happy!



For these two!  Matt and Ashley got engaged tonight in Rexburg.  Scott and I were able to help out Matt getting the scene set up and it was so fun being a part of such a special night.

They have been dating for 2+ years and in that time we have all grown to love her so much.

So congrats you two!!  We couldn't be happier for both of you and know that you really are a perfect fit for each other.  Love ya!

Saturday, August 14, 2010

All Smiles!

Our little Piper has finally learned the art of the smile.  And I have plenty of helpers here to encourage her!
Every time she starts to crack a smile, the girls say, "Mom! Get the camera!" because we've been trying to capture her cute smiles for a few days now.  Yesterday we caught a bunch!  And here are a few of my favorites.

*A disclaimer:  She is just getting over a virus so her face still has hints of a little rash.  But she is feeling much better so we are happy!!
Sweet Piper at 7 weeks.  Full of smiles and coos 
and laughs-or chuckles as my girls call them!
We are all just so in love with this baby!!
Looking at Parker-
she is the best at making her smile!
Smiling at her sisters
Fat and Happy!


Smiling up at Daddy.  Not sure why she has a belly shirt on, other than the fact that the girls like to dress her in random and various outfits throughout the day.
We LOVE little Piper!!

Saturday, August 7, 2010

I melt....

when I capture moments like this:
Or this:
Or this:
Yes, our baby is growing and getting chubby! I mean, just look at the double chin action going on.
Summer is flying by all too quickly. We are trying to enjoy every moment, yet all while preparing for the upcoming fall and the inevitable start of real life and structure again. Until then, we continue to stay up late, sleep as late as we can and play the days away.

Feeling good and just loving my life.