Happy Bday to Kiki

On Fri. Kristine invited us to go to the zoo with her and Kylan for her bday. Tate hasn't been to the zoo since he was really little so he couldn't remember much. He was very excited as was Ty. Id have to say it was probably the most enjoyable for me since my kids hung on Kiki and Ky the entire time. I think they were on their shoulders, back , or being carried the entire time. Ty was having a panic attack since she was surrounded. She doesn't love animals when they get close to her. Every time Bosco licks her, looks at her or does anything she yells at him. We are working on warming her up to him a little more.
If you ask Tate what his favorite part of the zoo was he says when the goat peed on Kylan. They were in there petting them together and one of them started going to the bathroom. It took Ky a while to realize it wasn't the mister system drenching his foot. I wish I would have gotten the picture of him scrubbing his feet in the sink right after. Maybe its just my sick sense of humor but it was hilarious.

It has been a lot of fun having Kristine around as much as she is. The kids look forward to she and Kylan coming to play with them. Its nice to know that when I am not home that they are being well cared for. Thanks for inviting the kids to go with you and for allowing me to tag along! We sure missed B but she was not allowed to miss school. Thank goodness the weather has decided to get a lillte nicer. I love the fall and cant wait for the temp to be in the 70s.

Happy Bday Chad

Chad I wanted to wish you a happy Bday and hope you had a great day! You certainly deserve it after 36 years. I know there are so many times I give you a hard time but I appreciate you and love you. You are such a good dad and when its the kids time you devote everything to them. I love that you are passionate about things, sports, family friends and your calling. You are an extremely hard worker and take pride in making sure we are well taken care of. You are funny and can make any one laugh. Short story or more likely long I like them as do others. People gravitate to you and I am glad since I may not have many friends if it weren't for you. Thanks for sticking things out through thick or thin. I appreciate that once you have committed its a promise and not taken lightly!!! Sorry you have to put up with me being a pain most of the time. Thanks for loving the kids and I the way you do. Happy 36th. I need to take more pics of you alone. The only one I could find by yourself was of you admiring a tree:) I am glad you force me to slow down and take the scenic route at times. You have shown me a ton and taught me alot in 5 years. I cant wait to see what the next 5 will bring:) Maybe by then you will be able to comb your own hair in the mornings, teasing most of the time I don't mind. K well its late and you finally got the kids to fall asleep but I just wanted to post and tell you that you are the BEST. I love you and am blessed to be a part of your life.

Chads Bday and Labor Day Weekend

This past weekend we went up to Showlow with Shane and Meredith and the Lees. It was so nice to get out of town and enjoy the weather. I cant wait for it to be in the 60's here. I also love the rain and a storm and we had plenty of it up there. It was real low key and enjoyable for that reason. On Sat we went to Sonny's roping and were able to spend some time with the fam as well. Sonny was kind enough to let Chad give kids rides on Cinder. I know my 2 older kids love to ride. Now Ty is not so sure. Chad put her on there and her face was hilarious. You can tell how much she loves it in the pic with her and Sonny. Any how we love to go watch Sonny rope. There is a ton of skill that goes into doing it well, so its fun to see him succeed at it. Here is the man himself! We are fortunate to have him as a dad and a papa. The kids were all pretty into it but Tate can sit and watch for hours. He absolutely loves it and wants to rope some day. I'm not sure he will any good instruction from us but maybe buddy papa will take you under his wing. I'm kidding we will just stick to what we know and I don't think it includes a horse or a rope.I really do love to ride and don't get to very often. I have loved it from my Snowflake days and find it a real treat to be able to ever so often.We just hung out the rest of the day and enjoyed the weather and my good book. My lack of blogging is Vince Flynns fault. I started reading his books and they are phenomenal. We ended up going to Chuck Wagon Steak House for dinner which is not the greatest but I guess it got the job done. If nothing else the hot apple pie made it worth it. Ty learned a magic trick from Jeff. She was actually pretty good at it.I'm not sure there are 2 more sassy girls. Its a good thing they are dang cute. They had a ton of fun and enjoyed playing together. Ty keeps telling me "Kendall nice and her 2" .Is it bad that usually by night time I look forward to this scene. She wears me out!The next day was filled with bubbles, games, eating, wiffle ball in the rain and just enjoying each others company! We did Chads Bday dinner on Sun night which Meredith volunteered to make. Glad she did because I am not so good in the kitchen. Melissa made the cake and it all turned out perfect. B and I thought we were so funny picking out gifts at Walgreen's. I'm not sure he was amused but it was fun any ways. Oh and Meredith got him some depends!!! I am a total slacker and have not done anything for him yet for his bday. I thought the nice red shirt with the muscle man sleeves and some shades to go along would do the trick. I think I better get on something serious but there isn't much he doesn't just buy when he wants it.
Urrys thanks for inviting us. We had a good time and enjoy spending time with you all.

Preschool

Tate started this week going to school on Mon. and Wed. mornings. He is going to Rondalee Jones who we absolutely love. After starting school last year and not really being ready I was not sure how he would do. He has been excited for months to go and didn't look back on Mon. I asked him how he likes it and what he learns and he just says that its fun. That works for me!! I'm just glad that he wants to go and its not like pulling teeth to take him. He comes home and pretends do to homework like Brooks does. I am excited that he is happy and ready to learn. I hope it continues, you know boys attention is a tad different than girls. I love Tate so much and am blessed to be his mom. He is the roughest toughest little boy but is so amazingly sweet. He is my kid who like to snuggle and love on me. His personality is through the roof and we are always laughing at how funny he is. I am so fortunate to be the mom of 3 happy and healthy kids!!!

Finally

I have had the same country plaid couch in my house since I was 19. Almost ten years later I am happy to report that it is not a part of my living room anymore. I think the new one is much better. Now some chairs, drapes and hanging all the pics that are just sitting around in there and that room will be done!!!!! Thanks Chad, not sure if it was a guilt driven purchase or not but either way I wont complain.

Back to School

B started back to school 2 weeks ago. Im a bit behind I know. She started at Queen Creek Elem. which is a new school for us this year. Its right around the corner so that has been very nice for me. It has been a rough transition but I think that she is starting to settle in. She had a rough start the first day because there was a mix up as to who her teacher was. Once we got that all settled she has been fine. Other than the crazy bus driver who by the first day was already yelling and swearing at the kids. Her teacher is Mr. Jeffers and she likes him a lot. She has quite a few friends in that class as well. Being at a new school it helps to have some familiar faces. As always she is off to a good start and is doing really well. As a mom its always hard for school to start back up and to regain structure or the lack of in my case. We are still trying to make bed time happen smoothly. B does fine its the other 2 that are killing me. Along with school starting up so does piano and dance. She is taking at club dance again. We actually got lucky enough to have her in a class with Larkin. Plus she has the same teacher she had before who we adore. Its definitely never ending but we enjoy being able to do all the extras. B I love you and am thankful you are such a good kid. I get nothing but positive feed back from teachers and your church leaders. I couldn't ask for more, well maybe you could be a bit nicer to your siblings:)

Surprise

Last weekend we went up to Flagstaff for Nana Parkers 80th B-day party. She had such a great turn out. It was fun to see all the cousins and enjoy the nice weather. I love a good storm and all of the ailments that go along with it. Down here we do have thunder and lightning but its not the same. I can remember when I was a kid and would spend my summers in Snowflake. I used to love too sit on the porch and watch the rain. I love how the thunder is so loud it almost takes your breath away. I remember just thinking how amazing and blessed I was to be able to enjoy all of Gods creations. So a good storm I guess you could say takes me back to that carefree place. We had excellent weather and a good storm. Not tons of rain but some good loud thunder and lightning. My kids weren't to fond of it. Ty and Tate are both afraid of thunder. We played hard and the kids ran themselves ragged. I cant wait for it to be in the 70s here and actually want to spend time outside. I miss the park and the back yard. Anyways we had a lot of fun and enjoyed our trip. We are blessed to have such great families. Its always a good time when we spend it with them. We missed having B and Jace with us. Nana Parker is the best. Since I have been a part of the family she has never forgotten a bday. That's a big task with so many of us. She is a great cook and an amazing seamstress. We love getting quilts from her. Thank goodness she makes them for us or we might not have any blankets. I have grown to know and love her. She is extremely selfless and is always serving others. What a great example she is to our family. My kids and I are so blessed to be a part of her family. Reed, Chad and their cousin Kevin Canter
Ty was trying to hide behind the pole because she was getting into the desserts knowing she should not be. I think she was giving me a dirty look since I caught her!I think this could pass for an engagement picture:) We took the Lake Mary road home for the purpose of the scenic route. I have never been on this road and the extra 30min was worth it. I mean seriously look at the trees. Why does anyone live in the valley. We did see lots of elk but I couldn't get a picture. I did get a picture of Chad on the side of the road but I will keep that one away from the blog. We had a great trip and enjoyed the day spent in great weather!!!!!