"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence."

Helen Keller













12.25.2011

Christmas 2011

This year we went over to Grandma and Poppies to enjoy a wonderful meal and listen to the Christmas story as well as hear the musical talents of some of the cousins. I didn't take a lot of pictures this year of the kids opening their gifts but they had a wonderful Christmas morning and Aunt Shelley was even able to join us!

12.03.2011

Gardner Village Visit

I thought it would be fun for the kids to visit Gardner Village...not so much. It was freezing! We took a few picks and saw the elves and left.

10.31.2011

9.11.2011

Kids Yearly Photos - 2011

I try and take all the kids yearly photos; This is prior to editing them, but they are still cute I think. Hannah's photo was taken earlier in the year at a different location. Jarynn 14, Hatch 11, Hannah 8, Dallin 7 and Payton is 2.

8.21.2011

First Day of School - 2011

Kids first day of the school year 2011. Hatch is in 6th, Hannah in 3rd, and Dallin started Kindergarten. Payton just wanted to be a part of it all.

7.17.2011

Dallin's 7th Birthday

We all went to Nevada for a little vacation and to celebrate Dallin's 7th Birthday.

6.23.2011

June...Tee-Ball Time

This was Dallin's first time playing tee-ball though he only had to hit it off the tee once. His team were the CUBS. The boys were so fun to watch and Dallin was a natural :) Next up for Dallin, basketball!

6.21.2011

Hannah's Tumbling Recital - We Built this City

Hannah performed in her fourth dance/tumbling recital titled "Puttin' on the Hits" Her class performed to We Built this City. She did an amazing job. She is all signed up for next year. She should master her back hand spring this coming year since she is so close this year.

6.11.2011

Skydiving...Again

Scott's good friend Chris had never been skydiving and really wanted to go, but he didn't want to go by himself so I told him I would go with him. So he kindly paid for me to go again. It was even more fun the second time!

6.08.2011

Payton is Two!!

I don't know what to say...our baby is not a baby anymore :( Payton is a ball of energy. She is a two year old times twenty. She keeps us on our toes constantly. Though she still cannot talk very well she knows how to make sure her wants and needs are heard and met. We are so blessed and thankful that you were chosen to come to our family. We love you little girl.

5.25.2011

Dallin Graduates...Again

Dallin played the big billy goat gruff in his pre-school graduation this year. He did a great job on his speaking part. Now onto Kindergarten!

4.02.2011

Very Funny!

I was in the kitchen doing dishes and all of sudden Dallin is screaming at the top of his lungs. I ran to see what was wrong and find Payton had climbed in the bath with him...with her PJ's and her hearing aids on!

3.25.2011

Hannah Is 8 Years Old!

Our Hannah Bug is now 8 years old! She had some friends over for facials, dress up relay, Symphony bar contest, painting of finger nails and a fashion show oh wait and we can't forget the eating of some yummy birthday cake and ice cream.