Murray Family

summer vacation part 2-Yellowstone

2011-09-27T13:42:00.001-07:00

Hunter video taping me taking a picture of him! :) I let Hunter video tape Yellowstone. I figured it would be better through his eyes!

A cool waterfall

My cute boys by the waterfall

Old Faithful!

Bryton and Hunter waiting for Old Faithful to errupt!

Hot spring

Clay and his sister and brother with us at Yellowstone

I haven't been to Yellowstone since I was a little girl. It definatly wasn't what I remembered but it was still fun. We spent two days there with the family and it was fun. We even had a buffalo almost try to charge out truck but it decided that he was better off not doing that. I'll have to post thost pictures later. We had a great summer and I can't wait for my next road trip in April!!!

summer vacations part 2-Arizona-Landons Graduation

2011-09-27T11:35:00.001-07:00

Hunter and I with Landon and Chloe at his Army graduation

Landon with he cute little girl Chloe

Chloe loves having her daddy back!!

My mom and sister with Landon and his wife Brittany and their cute little girls and me.

Yeah they are a family again!!

Ok this was a fun trip. I took Hunter and my mom in my car and neice and her girls and my sister were in another car. We followed each other. It was fun. On the way there we ran into construction so I taught Hunter how to do a Chinese fire drill. He loved it!! We also had walkie talkies and it was fun talking back and forth between cars. I was suprised that I was able to drive the whole time. After the graduation my mom, sister and Hunter and I went to a little ghost town and it was fun to walk around, but it ended as soon as it started to rain hard. After the ghost town we went to a different little town that had some crazy houses. I wish I had pictures but I don't. The house were stick straight but tall built right along the mountain and they were so close to each other. You could step out your back door and into your neighbors front door. Then we left the next day. We stopped and saw my Aunt I haven't seen in years and they my nephew said let go see the grand canyon so I took us on a 3 hour detour to see the grand canyon so our trip home was a lot longer than it was meant to be but it was a blast. None of us had been to the grand canyon before. It was fun to be able to spend that time with Hunter and my mom and sister. I can't wait for my next road trip!!

summer vacations part 1 Grand Canyon

2011-09-27T11:16:00.001-07:00

My nephew Landon, his wife Brittany, their cute little girls Chloe and Abby. My sister Taunalee and my mom and my cute Hunter at the Grand Canyon. Our first time there!!

Hunter at the Grand Canyon for the first time.

Hunter and I had the opportunity to go to Arizona for my nephew's Army special training graduation. We took a road trip and it was a blast. On the way home we stopped through the Grand Canyon. It was so big that we are going to have to take another trip there.

Moab Vacation!

2011-05-10T21:46:00.001-07:00

Hunter loved this deep with a dinosaur bone on it with the wheels made out of all metal scraps.

This was a big bull that was made out of Metal. Hunter loved it.

We found Mater!! Bryton really loves Cars and he was so happy to see Mater

Yes I know I look like I have a beard. We ate dust the whole time we were fourwheeling that it stuck to us like glue. We were so dirty by the time we were done. But it was a beautiful place.

This is our fourwheeling group. Some more of the State Farm group and their families.

Hunter and Bryton four wheeling. This is where the famous Thelma and Louise drove off the cliff. It really was a long way down.

Bryton doing what he loves the best, Driving!

All of the State Farm group that we went jeeping with.

It may not look like it but this is one of the steep hills that we climb. This is Clay's boss driving. She did great.

Our Jeeping Clan. There are 8 jeeps total but I couldn't fit them all in.

This is the beautiful scenry that we were jeeping in.

This is our clan that we went Jeeping with.

Us with our Jeep. Bryton had fun jeeping, so much fun he even fell asleep during it. Hunter did not like it. He was so nervous when we had a jeep almost tip over and when we had to help another jeep from tipping over, but I think he secretly liked it. I loved it!!

We made it to the Arch and it was well worth the long hot hike. Such a beautiful place and a goreous hike.

My boys hiking up to the Arches. As little as he is, Bryton did great! It was a long, hot hike and both Hunter and Bryton did great, even if we did forget to take water.

Our Moab trip was for Clay's work State Farm. It was a fun trip where we got to know other Agents and their families and a chance to get to know Clay's co-workers and boss. It was a fun few days with great weather and lots to do, we just wish we had more time to do it. Thanks State Farm!!!

Arizona Vacation Part 2

2011-05-03T13:34:00.001-07:00

Arizona Zoo. The boys loved it. Although no complaints from me, they thought it was too hot to walk around. It was really fun to see different animals than you'd see normally. Bryton really liked the monkeys. Hunter likes the Voltures.

Arizona Vacation Part 1

2011-05-03T13:21:00.000-07:00

Hunter was out to get as many eggs as possible. So many kids were there but Hunter found the golden egg. It had a special coin in it that he could trade for a toy.

The boys went on a big Easter egg hunt. Bryton thought it was fun. He grabbed two eggs and he was good to go.

This is the Easter pagent at the Mesa Temple. It is the largest pagent in the world. I couldn't believe how many people there, it was packed. This is one of the soliders in the pagent .

Dinosaur Park

2011-04-10T18:31:00.001-07:00

The boys enjoyed the Dinosaur park. Bryton loved seeing the big Dinosaurs but he was a little scared at first but he loved it. Hunter was a little disappointed they weren't real but he had fun looking at the size of the footprints.

It has been really fun to be so close to all these activities and to have the opportunity to go and do them. We are having so much fun here. It has been great!

Antelope Island

2011-04-03T16:57:00.001-07:00

We went to Antelope Island one weekend with one of our neighbors. The boys had a blast. Hunter was so excited to see all the buffalo but was a little disappointed that he didn't get a good look at the Antelope and there was only one. Both Hunter and Bryton had fun playing on the cow and bull. They were really happy whent they got to sit on the real horse. It was fun to go out there and see what Antelope island was all about.

We made it!

2011-02-22T11:46:00.000-08:00

Ok finally a new post. We finally got all moved and we have been loving it and enjoying it so much. We are in a house in Syracuse Utah and we are in a great neighboorhood (finally)! We have great neighbors and a great ward. The first week we moved in we have about 5 different families come bring us goodies and welcome us to the neigborhood. We never had that the 5 years we lived in Logan.
Hunter is in year round school and he doesn't like his new teacher or school so that has been a struggle but we are hoping to get him into a charter school next year so we are hoping we get picked, so cross your fingers!!! Bryton loves all the extra room to play but is feeling a little lonely without all his daycare friends at the house, but is enjoying all the mommy time he is getting.
Clay is really loving his job. He is great at it too but it seems to be a great blessing that he got this job. We are very greatful for these blessings.
Bonnie is a stay at home mom for the time being. I am looking for someone who can watch my boys 1-2 days a week so I can go back to cutting hair. But I don't know anyone here but I am working on it. I sure miss having family close so I can use them but now I have to find someone new, so if any of you know anyone please let me know.
Things are great and we are so loving being here, we could't be more greatful. We will post pictures later. :)

Happy 7th Birthday Hunter!!

2011-01-29T20:01:00.001-08:00

Hunter wanted a spy cake so this is what I made. It has a granade and a spy watch and a magnifying glass. It was all made out of modeling chocolate, which is a lot easier to play with than fondant!

The following pictures are from Hunter's birthday party. It was a spy party.
Here is the invitation that we made for his birthday party.

These are clues that sent them on a scavenger hunter and they had to keep the cards because it had a secret code on the back of them and they had to figure out what the code was so they could find their last surprise.

It spelled out the hall closet and they found their treat bags their. They were fun clues that sent them all over the house. But they had to figure out what the riddle was in order to find the next clue.

They each got a spy detective kit and they decided to dress like spys :)

For his party I made BOMB cakes. These are supposed to look like bombs that have a fuse on the end. I think they tured out ok but I think they look like cupcakes with candles, but use your imagination and they look like BOMB cakes.

His Top secret Spy balloons.

His detective kits that all his friends got. It came with mustaches, sunglasses, flashlight, magnifying glass, a braclet, and a pencil.

This is the clues for the scavenger hunt.

We did fingerprinting like detectives do.

They got a special agent and a fingerprint expert cards with their pictures that I took to put on them.

Happy Birthday Hunter!! I can't believe he is 7 already. He is a great kid and a big brother and a big helper! Hunter is so handsome and I love that he is so creative and has a great imagination and he is so thoughtful and all around great kid. I love you and I hope you had a great birthday!

Ice Fishing Fun!!

2011-01-20T15:29:00.000-08:00

Hunter and Bryton were able to go ice fishing for the first time last weekend with some great friends. Jeremy and Gentry had fun with my boys. I thought it was freezing but they boys didn't care. Both Hunter and Bryton were wet but they stuck it out and has a blast. Hunter was so excited that he finally caught a fish, thanks to Jason who taught him how to fish. Thanks Jason---You made his day!. Bryton had fun with the fish-he thought it was neat to be that close to the fish. After wards my hero Ashley and Jason gut the fish for us and brought it over to us (I wouldn't gut it) and I was able to cook it for Clay. We have fun thanks Ashley and gang for inviting us!

Procede with Caution!!

2010-11-15T15:48:00.000-08:00

So Clay went hunting with his friends and took Hunter with him. Clays friends asked Hunter if he wanted a rabbit and of course the boy would say YES! So they shot him a rabbit and he carried that gross thing around FOREVER! We gave him a 3 day limit on keeping this rabbit. So everyday for 3 days he would go out and play with his rabbit. I told him that he needed to wear gloves when touching it because it has diseases. Now all he wants to do is go rabbit hunting and this time he wants to keep this fur for a hat! I think I now have a real boy on my hands! I love ya Hunter

Finally Halloween Pictures

2010-11-09T13:53:00.001-08:00

Bryton was suppose to be Blue's Clues for Halloween but he wouldn't put the costume on. This was the only costume he would wear. He is my true football player.

Hunter was a vampire! The best and cheapest costume ever to make! He loved it!

Hunter's class party. He had so much fun!

Bryton had a blast this year trick or treating. He thought it was the greatest thing to go to the door and say "trick or treat", he even attempted to go inside their homes a couple of times. Then he didn't want just one piece of candy he tried to take a handful several times. A surprise to us all he even kept the football helmet on the whole time! It was so fun to watch him!

Family pics

2010-10-21T10:01:00.001-07:00

This one is my favorite

This year was so hard getting pictures. I had 3 unwilling boys who didn't want pictures done.

We had to go 2 different times to get pictures done. Finally we got some great pictures. I hope next year goes better!

Happy Anniversary

2010-09-13T08:23:00.004-07:00

It was our anniversary on Saturday. We have been married for 6 years. I can't believe it. It was a great day. So here is the funny story. Clay and I made plans for each other but didn't tell each other what we were doing so it would be a suprise. Clay was taking me to my suprise and as we are getting there I said we better tell each other what we planned because I have a feeling we planned the same thing. Well we did have the same thing planned. He took me and Hunter on a airplane ride and I was planning on a helicopter ride for us. The airplane ride was a blast we had so much fun. The helicopter ride did't work out because they had called me and said the helicopter broke so I was disappointed that my plans weren't working. So I decided we'd go to dinner. At dinner we happened to order the exact same thing. Too funny. Here is a little history of why this is funny. We Clay and I started dating, our first Christmas together, remind you we haven't known each other that long, anyway at Christmas we gave each other the exact same cd to each other. We joke about it once in awhile but after this weekend it was rather funny that we have the same likes or that we are insink with each other. I love ya lots Clay and can't wait for many more years with more of the same gifts. :) Thanks for a great anniversary, I love you!

My new neice

2010-09-07T09:04:00.000-07:00

Regan Elizabeth Wood. My cute new little neice. She was born 6 weeks early and weighed only 4lbs and some oz. She is doing good. Her lungs aren't fully developed yet but she is improving everyday. She no longer has to wear the head gear and is just on a breathing tube. I pray that she will continue get better. I wish I could go visit but they live in Texas so my brother sends pictures and movies of her often. Her two older brothers and one older sister loves her and can't wait for her to come home. We love you Regan and can't wait to meet you! By the way I am the coolest and best Aunt you have!! :)

Lost tooth!

2010-09-02T12:34:00.001-07:00

Hunter finally pulled his tooth out all on his own. He worked and worked on that tooth for a couple of weeks now. Yesterday he finally pulled it out. He was at school and he told me he pulled it out during his computer class. He was so excited and so happy. He came home from school talking about the tooth fairy and what the tooth fairy would bring him. He said he wasn't going to go to sleep so he could see the tooth fairy, but he fell asleep as soon as his head hit the pillow. He was very excited to see what the tooth fairy had brought. I love this. It is so fun to see all this through a childs eyes. I love ya Hunter-Good job

Feeding the ducks!

2010-09-02T12:27:00.001-07:00

Bryton and Hunter had fun feeding this big family of ducks. There were lots of ducks and they loved getting fed. Bryton and Hunter really enjoyed watching all these ducks eat.

Bryton turns 2

2010-08-26T15:19:00.001-07:00

I can't believe that my little Bryton is now 2. He is all boy. He loves trucks with trailors and boats, tractors and 4 wheelers. So with love of boats we made a boat cake for his birthday. Hunter gave him a tractor book which he loves. It was a great birthday, we had family and friends over for cake and icecream. Bryton is a wonderful boy and we love him so much. He keeps us on our toes but he is a great son and we love his so much. Happy birthday we love you!

Hunter is in First Grade!!

2010-08-26T15:14:00.001-07:00

First day of 1st grade. Can you believe it?! I have such mixed feelings of him growing up. I want him to but I don't and he is growing up way to fast. I can't believe his is in first grade already. He loves it. He loves his teacher and taking a home lunch (he is a very picky eater) and everything about first grade. He really improved since Kindergarten. He is always up and ready to go to school. Last year was such a struggle that I am so happy that he likes first grade. I love ya and great job handsome son!!

Bear Lake Fun

2010-08-09T21:50:00.001-07:00

Sorry for the blurry picture. This is Clay and my neighbor Angela on the Jet skis- starting our Bear Lake Fun.

Clay giving wakeboarding a try

Me wakeboarding

Me wakeboarding. :0) So fun.

My neighbor Kaitlyn wakeboarding. She has never wakeboarded before and it took her a few times but she finally got up.

Me with my neighbor Angela on the boat enjoying the sun and good times.

Angela and Clays sister with all of us on the boat getting ready to watch me wakeboard.

Hunter and Clays sister on the boat.

Our only camping picture from the weekend at bearlake. Angela setting up her tent.

Bryton playing with the umbrella at the lake. He had a blast.

Angela and me saying cheese.

Hunter and Clay playing in the lake.

Bryton had enough. He fell alseep while riding the waverunner. It was so cute.

Clay on the waverunner

My Hunter.

Creche trying to wakeboard for the first time. She just about got up.

Creche wakeboarding

We invited my family and Clays family out for a weekend at Bearlake with boating, jet skis and Atvs. None of my family was able to come and Clay's sister was the only one on his side, so we invited our neighbors and some friends. It spent 2 days at the lake, it was a blast. We camped and played at the lake and had good food, fun and great company. Can't wait to do it again.

Legoland Fun

2010-08-09T21:27:00.000-07:00

Hunter with Lego bionical
Hunter's favorite part of Legoland was the build and test. You build lego cars and then you test them.

Of course we'd hit a steeler's restrauant on our vacation

Hunter with Lego man

Hunter in the Lions mouth. Yes that lion is made out of real legos

My boys at Legoland

The beach

All of us at the beach

Waves hitting us at the beach

The waves got Hunter. Can you see him?

Hunter playing in the ocean

Bryton and Clay at the beach. Bryton was not happy to be there. He was tired.

Legoland ride

All made out of Legos

This vacation was a blast. We spent 2 days at Legoland. They had so much stuff. All the animals were made of legos and they had cities like Vegas all made out of legos. It was so cool. They had a waterpark but it wasn't as much fun as the park itself. We spent a little time at the beach and Hunter has so much fun. We spent a week on our vacation, it was so worth it and had so much fun. The boys really liked being on vacation.

Summerfun

2010-07-28T09:36:00.001-07:00

Yeah!! Bryton finally walked in the sand! We have been trying all summer to get him to touch the sand and play in the water. He just didn't like the way it felt on his feet and his hands so he would sit in a chair the whole time. We went to Bear Lake with my sister and her family and Bryton finally played a little but he touched the sand and walked in the water. Wahoo!! :)

This would have been cute if Bryton had his eyes open :)

My great neice Chloe

Hunter and his cousin Trey playing in the sand

Clay and Hunter walking out to see how far they could go.

Let's have a snack!

He finally did it! Good job bugs.

We had a great time at Bear Lake with my sister and her family. We have been so lucky to play alot this summer. I can't wait for our fun camping trip to Bear Lake this weekend!

Baptism

2010-07-11T20:41:00.000-07:00

My nephew Tyson got baptised over the fourth of July weekend. Hunter loves he cousin. It was great to see. Everyone got along and it was a very happy day. Congrats Tyson we love ya!!

WAHOOO!!!!!!!! :)

2010-06-16T10:21:00.000-07:00

I am a Great Aunt and I couldn't be more excited!! :) Introducing little Abby Raymond. She came to the world to be with her favorite aunt and coolest aunt on June 14th 2010. She weighed 8 lbs and was 19 1/2 inches long. She has the cutest chubby checks and long fingers with beautiful dark hair. My nephew is so happy to be a dad, although it is weird that he is a dad and I am a great aunt but I'll take it. Little Abby has a big sister Chloe, she is not so sure what to think of her little sister. I was so lucky to watch Chloe while the grandparents were at the hospital. She was so fun, and she loves Bryton. I can't waith to see my two great neices again, they really need to live closer. Congrats to my nephew Landon and his wife Brittany. I love ya both!

Four Wheeling Fun

2010-06-12T19:43:00.000-07:00

Since our four wheelers weren't rented, we decided to take them out for a joy ride. We had to take advantage on our very rare sunny day. It was so fun. Bryton loves to ride them. We went up Smithfield canyon, it was beautiful. I hope we have more sunny days so we can go out again.

New Hair Cut

2010-06-06T21:48:00.001-07:00

BEFORE

DURING..

AFTER!!!

Hunter has been wanting to shave his head for a long time. I told him that he had to wait for it to get warm and for school to get out. Well today was the day. Hunter asked if we could shave his head. He loved it and he was so excited to get it done. He had me bic it to make it smooth so I lathered his head with shaving cream and we bic it. He is still a cutie pie!! Now we need to stock up on the sun screen so he doesn't get burned. :)

Memorial Day Camping

2010-06-02T13:26:00.001-07:00

Bryton loves my sisters dog Angel. He would follow her around the whole time we were camping.

Hunter with his night vison goggles

Bryton fell asleep in Clay's lap while we were around the fire.

My family around the camp fire.

Bryton and Angel again. He was feeding her sticks

Clay was showing the kids how to start a fire with no matches. The kids were really into this. They watched him for a long time. Bryton again with Angel.

Clay blowing on the grasss trying to get the fire started.

Clay showing the kids how to make a fire.

Clay, the kids and I went camping with my sister and brother and their familys over Memorial Day weekend. We went up my sister's property in Idaho. It was really fun to go camping with others, it is usually just Clay, the kids and I. We had lots of fun. Bryton had a hard time sleeping in the tent so he slept with me in my sleeping bag. Not so much fun for me but we all had a good time camping. Can't wait till we go again.

Fun with bouncy balls!

2010-05-24T14:57:00.001-07:00

BEFORE

AFTER!

A onsie full of bouncy balls!!

So on Sunday Bryton was suppose to be taking a nap. About a half hour later I went in to check on him and this is what I found! Now that he is in a big boy bed with his brother it is harder to make him stay in bed. He found all of Hunter's bouncy balls in Hunters desk and desided to wear them! :) We have since then put all toys and what not is a different room. His naps go much smoother for the time being. So funny...

Crib Climbing

2010-05-22T20:53:00.000-07:00

This is how my little guy climbs out of his crib and opens the door. He is now in a big boy bed!

Sleeping Buddies

2010-05-19T13:02:00.000-07:00

Since Bryton has learned how to climb out of his crib, he now loves to sleep in the same bed as his brother. I went in to check on them last night and this is how I found them. So cute!! To bad they can't be buddies when they are awake. I love it!

The best mothers day!!

2010-05-11T13:38:00.000-07:00

My mother's day started on Friday. The boys gave a card that said " Your Mother's day weekend starts today. First, no cleaning the house, leave it for the boys. Second, you will receive another one of these cards later today. So follow the instructions and do what we say."

The boys had hired someone to clean my house for me. I love it. She did an amazing job.

The second note came later in the afternoon. It said "next go to Smithfield Chiropractic, it's a few doors down from Lee's Market Place, 892 South Main Street in Smithfield, ask for Carol Slagle."

I got a one hour message. It was sooooo nice and well deserved!

Then that night Hunter and Bryton took me out to dinner. We went to Mcdonalds because that is where Hunter wanted to take me. It was fun to be with my boys.

Then on Saturday I received the third note, that said "today go to Revive Hair Salon. Make sure you have clean sox on. It's near Jitters, in the south part of town, 538 S. Main Street, Logan

Just give them your name."

It was a pedicure. It felt so good. I haven't had a pedicure since beauty school 6 years ago. It felt good to get pampered. (sorry for the weird looking feet)

Then on Sunday Hunter and Clay gave me breakfast in bed. It was sweet.
Hunter was so excited to help Clay make breakfast and give it to me in bed. What sweet boys I have.

Then my awesome little family gave me flowers. Hunter gave me the red rose and Bryton and Clay gave me the yellow one and my friend Lucy gave me the white ones. It was a great Mothers day. I really enjoyed getting spoiled. I am a very lucky girl. I love my boys all 3 of them and thanks for all you did for me to make my mother's day so special. I really love being a mom. I love you!!

Special Day

2010-04-23T20:32:00.000-07:00

My friend Veronica was sealed to her cute little family this week at the Bountiful Temple. My friend Tiffany and I were able to attend her sealing. It was my first Temple sealing that I have ever been too. It was great to experience this great and special day with them. It was a very neat experience and I was honored that she invited Tiffany and I to come. Thanks for the wonderful expericence. I love my friends!

Baby animal days 2010

2010-04-18T21:42:00.000-07:00

This year we went with my nephew Landon, his wife and her daughter to baby animal days. Lucy also joined in the fun with us. It was a fun day but very long. Bryton is just so hard to keep up with but he loved seeing the animals. Hunter loved seeing the animals to, but he tends to be a little scared of them. He is very funny when it comes to animals. The kids had fun but it was a long couple of hours because 2 little ones hadn't taken a nap and were getting tired and grumpy. It was fun to see Bryton and Chloe faces when they saw the baby animals.

Random

2010-04-08T12:47:00.000-07:00

Keely,Tiffany,Veronica & me. Just some of my beauty school friends at Veroncia's baby shower and while ago.
Like father-like son. Clay and Hunter in their steelers and motorcycle picture

Hunter with Bryton and Audrey (daycare). He loves those kids.

My cute Hunter and my nephews wedding.

Landon's Wedding

2010-03-21T13:17:00.000-07:00

My nephew got married on the 6th of March. This is his cute wife Brittany. I am so happy for the both of them. They are such a cute couple!
The married couple with the grooms family. The groom is my sister's son.

Me and my cute little family with the bride and groom.

This is cute Chloe. She is the brides little girl. Chloe and Bryton are about 3 weeks apart, and they play together so well.

My little Bryton

Chloe and Bryton! The have so much fun together. Bryton loves to show Chloe all the things that her mom doesn't want her to learn. Thanks Bryton. Aren't they just so cute!!

Happy (late) Birthday Clay

2010-03-08T14:10:00.001-08:00

Just wanted to tell my Husband a very happy birthday on March 1st. This is a young picture of Clay. He was 18 here. I love ya and I hope you had a great 38th birthday.
I made him a Steelers cake. It didn't turn out like I wanted. My food markers didn't work so I made due with what I had. It looks alright just a little sloppy. I took it to him at his work so they could enjoy the cake, but no one ate it in fear of ruining the steelers cake. Clay and his Steelers. After he got off of work I took him the Utah State basketball game for his birthday. It was fun. Love ya lots and hope you had a great birthday.

Hunter's Winter Olympics

2010-02-20T21:29:00.000-08:00

Hunter's school held a winter olympics. They did 3 different events. The first one his team pulled tubes around a track. The second one they sled down this hill and the third one I didn't get a picture of but they sled down a different hill. At this olympics they were selling hot chocolate, donuts and popcorn for the spectors and participants of these games. It was fun to watch and Hunter had fun participating. They didn't have any winners or losers, it was just for fun.

Misc.

2010-02-18T20:46:00.000-08:00

I made candy tractors for Hunter to pass out in his class for Valentines Day.

This is what it looks like close up.

Brytons 1st and only hair cut. He wouldn't hold still and I finally just quit. I haven't attempted to try again.

Bryton loves pasta! He also loves to feed himself. He also loves to rub his head while he eats which means he gets his hair washed after he eats.

A cute hat I found at Old Navy.

Happy 6th Birthday Hunter (Jan.19)

2010-01-27T13:36:00.000-08:00

Hunter's B-day cake! Yes I made it. It was fun and fairly easy.
Hunter's b-day present a Beta

Hunter named his fish Blue. Hunter and Bryton loves this fish. It was a great present.

My family at Chuck E Cheese for Hunter's B-day

Bryton enjoying his time at Chuck E Cheese

Hunter and Clay having fun at Chuck E Cheese

Hunter and Clay at Chuck E Cheese

The Chuck E Cheese guy singing

Bryton and Chloe and Landon and Brittnay at Chuck E Cheese. This is Bryton's friend Chole. They have so much fun together.

Hunter and his Batman cake that he asked for.

Hunter blowing out his candles

Hunter with Chuck E Cheese!

Hunter was so excited to go to Chuck E Cheese. He has been asking for so long to go there, so we surprised him and went for his Birthday. It was fun to have family there and go eat and play. Hunter had a great birthday. I love him so much and I can't believe that he is 6 already. He is a great joy to have in our lives. He is a great big brother and a great helper to me. Hunter is so smart and I love watching him grow and learn. I love him, I would be lost without him.

Happy 6th birthday Hunter!!

Polar Express Ride!!!

2010-01-11T14:17:00.000-08:00

Sorry this is blurry, it was so cold outside that my camera wouldn't focus.

This was taken outside at the Polar Express train station

Our picture taken with Santa on the Polar Express. He goes to all the children and gives them the Christmas bell. Bryton didn't like Santa so much.

The Christmas Bell that Santa gave Hunter on the Polar express. It rang, we all heard it ring. So Yes we do Believe.

The Ticket they gave all of us at the end of the ride.

This is the North Pole, that the Polar Express train drove by

Sorry again for the blurry picture. This Santa Clause at the North Pole waving at us as the train went by

On the train they read the book Polar Express

Santa is giving Hunter the Christmas Bell

Santa is on Board!!!

My family on the Polar Express!!

The boys looking out the window at the North Pole as we drive by. Waiting to see if they can see Santa.

While on the Polar Express Train they gave us Hot Chocolate and Chocolate Chip cookies.

The Chef who served us Chocolate Chips cookies and hot chocolate

Me and Bryton

Inside the Polar Express Train

All aboard!!

Our Train has arrived

Clay and the boys waiting for the Polar Express

We went on the Polar Express in Flagstaff Arizona. It was so fun. It is about an hour long. While aboard we sang Christmas songs, had cookies and waited to see the North Pole. It was so fun and all the kids had fun. The kids aboard the train wore their PJs just like in the movie. I recommend this ride to everyone. Other than it was soooooo cold outside it was fun.

Christmas Pictures Finally

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The boys -taken in Yuma Christmas dayMy family at Salt Lake Temple lights

Mesa Arizona Temple Lights
Mesa Arizona Temple lights
Hunter outside the Mesa Arizona Temple. It was so fun to go see these lights. It was different not having snow and freezing looking at the lights. It was a little chilly but it wasn't freezing. Beautiful Temple and grounds. The lights were amazing.

Hunter's Gingerbread house--the finished product. It's huge and had tons of candy on it. He was so proud of it. This is how you make a gingerbread house!!

Hunter and his aunt Creche and friend Sam working on their gingerbread houses.

This is a park by my sister in laws in Yuma Arizona. This in on Christmas day. It was wired not having snow and actually being outside on a playground on Christmas day.

Bryton loves to go down the slide. He is a dare devil.

Clay and Bryton walking around the park on Christmas day

Hunter and Bryton in their matching PJs

Hunter got a Metal Dector for Christmas

Bryton got a Trike. He loves it, but still a little to small but that doesn't stop him

Christmas morning
It was so fun. Clay and I got spoiled. I got a new Camara for Christmas that I can take awesome new pictures with and do a little photoshoping and Clay got a new camcorder. The boys had fun with all their toys too.

Our Christmas presents

Hunter left this plate of cookies for Santa and carrots for his Reindeer. He also left Santa a present for him to take back to the North Pole. I thought that it was so sweet for him to think of Santa on Christmas. Maybe the lessons of giving are finally sinking in.

Making cookies for Santa Claus

Making Sugar Cookies for Santa

Bryton in his Santa outfit. He is so cute!!

Hunter at a cool park in Yuma

Bryton loved slideing down this airplane wing.

Bryton Flying the airplane

We went to the Salt Lake Temple lights with some friends the night we left to Yuma for Christmas. It was fun, but freezing and snowy and cold. But the Temple and lights are always beautiful.

Clay, Hunter, Bryton, Creche & Sam at Mesa Arizona Temple lights.

We had a great Christmas this year. I am so thankful that we were able to go to Creche's in Arizona. The boys had fun and it was warm. We had so much fun and enjoyed each other.

Hunter's The Hair Stylist

2009-12-06T15:30:00.001-08:00

Hunter was so proud of his hair do. He did it all by himself. I have a great hairstylist on my hands. Following in my footsteps :) I love it.

Bryton enjoying an Ice Cream Cone

2009-11-06T22:39:00.000-08:00

As you can see Bryton is really enjoying this ice cream cone. I was actually sharing this cone with him, but some how he took it away from me and went to town eating it. He loved it!

2009-11-06T22:00:00.000-08:00

Here are some Halloween Pictures of Hunter and Bryton. Some of these pictures are of Hunter's school Halloween party. Hunter painted his face all by himself, he did a great job! Hunter was a Star Wars trooper and Bryton was a dragon. Hunter did a lot of trick or treating and Bryton had fun being his dad and Nana. Clay said that he enjoyed answering the door for the trick or treaters. Bryton would race him to the door to see them. Next year should be even better.

2009-10-26T09:56:00.000-07:00

My handsome Hunter! Kindergarten School Picture 2009.
I just think he is so darn handsome!!

2009-10-08T19:41:00.001-07:00

Grandpa Wood

2009-10-08T19:39:00.000-07:00

One month ago today my wonderful Grandpa Wood passed away. It has been so very hard to lose him. He was a great man and a great grandpa to me and my boys. He was 95 years old and he has been like a dad to us for the 18 years when my dad died. He took great care of my mom and all of us kids up to the day he died. The day before he died I called my sister and told her that she should come say goodbye in case he died. She came down to see him and 30 minutes before we were going to go see him, my aunt called and said he died. We went to see him anyway and said goodbye. It was so hard to see him like that. Then that night I went to the mortuary and gave him his last hair cut. That was the hardest thing I have ever had to do but I knew that I wanted to be the one that did it. He always asked me to cut his hair and I knew that he wanted it done before he died and I feel bad that he was too sick for me to cut it. I love him and will miss him so much. I feel a little selfish in thinking that I still want him here, but I know that he is now my dad (his son) and my grandma. What a joyous reunion that must of have been. I would love to have seen the great big smile my dad had on his face when he was reunited with his dad. I love and miss all of them and I am so grateful to have had them in my life and my boys life. Till we meet again.

2009-10-04T19:28:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I turned on Hunter's Primary songs and Bryton started to sing and dance. He was a lot louder at singing but I grabbed the camara a little late. But you get his funny dance move. He loves to sing with the music but he tends to be louder than the music. He can entertain anyone for hours.

Hunter's Payback

2009-10-04T19:19:00.000-07:00

Bryton's favorite thing to do is sit on you. If you lay on the floor he will run up and sit on your back or head depending on his mood. Hunter's favorite thing to do is torment his brother, so Bryton finally had enough and and sat on his head. I told Hunter payback, it's coming and it will only get worse when he gets older. Hunter thinks it's funny for now. They do like to have fun. :)

Happy 5th Anniversay (Sept. 11th)

2009-09-12T22:13:00.001-07:00

It has been a long a hectic week, in which I almost forgot to wish Clay a Happy Anniversary and late on posting our picture.
Anyway.....
Clay and I have been married 5 years and together just about 8 years. I can't believe how fast our 5 years has gone. We have had our ups and downs and crashes and whirlwinds and we are still here and going strong. We have 2 wonderful boys and love spending time as a family. I love Clay for what a great dad he is. No matter how hectic the day or week or how tired he is, he always finds time to spend with his boys. I love how he gets down and plays with them like he is a kid again. I know the boys love him. I love Clay for a great husband he is. He can see when I am at my limit and ready to break down. I love that he tells me to take is easy or take rest for a while. I love that he helps me with the house cleaning and helps me with the boys. I especially love the fact that he is so supportive of my relationship with my mom. I love that he helps her and knows that she loves him like he is her son. I love that during the most stressful time for me he has been there to fill in at home when I can't be there. I love going on our once in a while quick dinner dates or motorcycle rides. I love the fact that he puts up with me and my nagging. Even though he may not express how he feels, I can look at him and know that he loves me and is there for me. I love you so much, thanks for 5 wonderful years.

Hunter's 1st day of Kindergarten

2009-08-31T09:28:00.000-07:00

Hunter inside his classroom

Hunter by his Kindergarten classroom

Welcome to Kindergarten Hunter!! :)

Hunter walking to his first day of Kindergarten

Hunter's first day of Kindergarten. Hunter was so excited to go to Kindergarten today it was so cute. He picked out his outfit the night before and when he woke up he got dressed and he wanted to do his own hair for school. He is mister independant. But doesn't he look great!!

Hunter wanted me to draw hearts on his hands for school, so he could remember that mom and dad love him. Isn't that sweet!!

Yes the Steelers backpack. We couldn't let him go to school without a Steelers backpack. Lucy bought this backpack for him and he was so excited to use it for school. Hunter knows how to start school right!! :)

I hope you have a fun day at school today we love you.

Update on Round 2

2009-08-31T09:26:00.000-07:00

Bryton went to Primary Childrens and had his year check up on his Kidneys. We are proud to say that things are going great. He went from a level 5 to a level 1. We can now stop giving him his medicine and then we go back to Primary Childrens in another year for another check up to make sure that is continuing to get better. Yeah!!!

Bryton B-day

2009-08-17T19:51:00.000-07:00

Ok I guess his other birthday video won't download on the blog, so if you'd like to check it out you can go to my facebook page and see it there.

He loved his dump truck cake, he just wouldn't eat it. Yes I made the cake. Clay helped me with the carving and I decorated it. My first big cake that I made. Not bad huh? He had a great birthday and we enjoyed seeing him with his presents. I just can't believe he is one already.

Bryton Turns 1

2009-08-15T19:39:00.000-07:00

Bryton trying to get cake off of him

Ok I can't get the blog to upload the other video of him singing with his cake so I will try and post it later.

Happy Birthday we love you

Bryton's 1st Shiner

2009-08-05T20:10:00.001-07:00

Bryton got his first shiner the other day. He was crawling around on our bed and a pillow slid off of the bed and he hit his eye on our night stand. He got a huge goose egg at first and he wouldn't let us put ice on it. Over the next couple of days it turned into a bad black eye. I feel so bad for him. He seems to be doing well with it, and it doesn't seem to bother him. I am just sad cause it looks horrible and I was going to get his pictures done. I guess it will have to wait. My tuff little guy, I love ya...

My Climber, YIKES!!

2009-07-21T15:57:00.001-07:00

Bryton has figured out how to climb on things. He is very smart, he will use the walker to stand on to get up higher. He doesn't care that the walker moves when he stands on it, but I have been lucky and he hasn't fallen. I am also very lucky he hasn't climbed on the counter top yet. I know that one day he will.

Bryton Walking

2009-07-12T19:57:00.000-07:00

Here is a video of Bryton walking. He has been doing this for a few days now, we just haven't had our camera ready. He is getting better at it and is getting more daring. He is also starting to walk farther each time. We are in for it now. :)

Bear Lake Fun

2009-07-12T19:46:00.000-07:00

On Saturday we went to Bear Lake for the day. The weather was cloudy but it was still a nice day. The water was freezing as usual but both of the kids had fun. Bryton didn't know what to think of the sand or the water at first, but he has a blast to.

Fouth of July

2009-07-12T19:37:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures of us during the 4th of July. We went up to USU and watched the fireworks, then the next day we went to Hyrum for the parade, then to end our festivities we went to the famous Cache Valley Cruise In. The kids had so much fun. It was a busy weekend. Let's do it again..:)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM

2009-07-09T20:12:00.001-07:00

This is my way back When-sday Picture and a very Happy (late) Birthday (July 7th) to my mom.
My mom is the greatest person you'll ever meet. I want her to know that I love her and I'm so grateful for all she does for us. My mom is such a strong person, no matter what life throws at her she faces it head on with no hesitation. She had to deal with loosing a husband in a car accident, leaving her at home with 2 14 year old, a son on a mission and 3 older kids. She is an amazing person, I don't know how she kept herself going dealing with that tragedy. She moved to Utah in 2001 to be closer to her children. She had to deal with my brothers divorce and 4 years later still having to deal with the stress of the divorce. She has to deal with me having a child before I was married and with all the stress of that. The list could go on and on.
I am most grateful for the wonderful Nana she is to all 20 grand kids. She is close to all of them and she always remembers their birthdays and Christmas. I look up to my mom she has been thrown so many obstacles and she is still going to this day with her head held high. She is my best friend and I love that we talk everyday. I would be lost if it wasn't for her. She welcomed my husband Clay into our family and she is being the mom that he never had. She is more of a mom that his ever was or will be, she feels the pain he feels and treats him so wonderfully. I love her for that. The list could go on and on. But I want her to know I wish her a very happy birthday and I love you so much and I look forward to our daily phone calls. I am so lucky my kids have a great grandparent, they love you and love being with you. Thanks for all you do and for being a great mom. We all love you!!!

Happy Father's Day

2009-06-21T21:25:00.000-07:00

Hunter did a great job singing Clay a father's day song. Hunter loves to sing to us, infact he told me this morning to get the camara ready because he was going to sing a father's day song. Happy Father's day Clay we love you and we hope you had a great day.

Baby Duck Rescue

2009-06-21T21:24:00.000-07:00

A couple of days ago we had this mama duck with all of her little babies in our front yard. All the little kids were loving it, and they tried to feed them bread, but they didn't want any. We then found out that one of the little babies had fallen into the storm drain and so the rescue began. We tried to get it out ourselves but it wasn't working, so we had called animal control and it took him about 10 minutes to capture the duck. It kept going across the street well under the street but it kept moving to both sides. He finally got it and took it to a safer place. The momma duck took off with the rest of her babies so we couldn't give her lost little one. It doesn't end there. After animal control left we heard another little duck in a different storm drain. So we had to call animal control back to come and rescue this baby. This rescue was a lot faster and he put the baby duck with it's sibling. It was sad but I am glad they were both ok. It sure did create a lot of excitement for the neighborhood.

Vacuum helper

2009-06-09T08:53:00.000-07:00

This is how we vacuum at our house. Brtyon loves to help with the vacuuming, as soon as he hears the vacuum turn on, he starts heading for the vacuum. As you can see, he is a big helper. I love it!!

Snuggling

2009-06-05T21:01:00.000-07:00

A little time together for my boys. It is so fun to see them cuddle with each other. They are both bed hogs, but I think Bryton won this round. My boys are the cutest!!! Love ya

Hunter Scores!!

2009-06-05T20:50:00.000-07:00

We finally got Hunter on camara as he scores a goal. He has done really well with soccor this year, he has scored about 1 goal per game. Good job Hunter!!!!

Loving the water

2009-06-03T22:10:00.001-07:00

Hunter trying to get warm and dry after playing in the pool-love the hair do !

Splash, Splash. Bryton is having so much fun in this water table.

I can't wait to get in, but when is it going to be warm? Bryton loves to be outside and to play in the water. What a cutie!

My other little monkey

2009-06-03T22:03:00.001-07:00

Bryton has learn the art of climbing. He loves to climb on everything. He is so funny to watch because he is so determined that he won't stop until he can do it. If he can't then he shows everyone him temper. But look he got it. We are in big terrible. :)

2009-05-25T16:23:00.001-07:00

2009-05-25T16:09:00.001-07:00

Hunter's Preschool Graduation

2009-05-24T12:30:00.000-07:00

Sorry my camara didn't record this very good. Hunter is in blue and green stripped shirt. I know it's blurry but you can kind of tell it's him. The sound turned out fine just not the recording. Sorry.

Mothers Day!!

2009-05-10T11:08:00.000-07:00

Hunter made this cute card for me at school. I Love that he thinks I am only 20 years old and 21 pounds. But he knows how to draw me, the black hair and all. Then he wrote his name on the back of the card and added a B for my name. I love it, thank you Hunter. I love you!

Hunter singing me a Mothers Day Song

I loved this Mothers Day song with the twist of Valentines and birthdays in his song. Thanks for the great Mothers Day Hunter and Bryton, I love being your mom and I love you all to pieces. You are the best kids anyone could ask for. I love that you give me gifts from your heart and the way you take your time to pick something special. The flowers were so great that you got and you did a great job picking them out. Hunter really knows what I like. I love you guys!!!

Whensday Beauty School Memories

2009-04-29T17:14:00.000-07:00

Ok Tiffany this is just for you. Here is my When-sday for. Way back when. I thought this was fun to look at. I almost forgot about the cake we make Ruth and I forgot that Kira was in school with us. It was fun to look back at those fun memories we all had. I decide that we are going to have reunion every year. Have fun looking at these!!
I have fun at the dinner thanks. I will be posting that picture at a later date.

Soccor Time 2

2009-04-24T10:10:00.000-07:00

Hunter's 2nd soccor game and they won! It was 7-1. Hunter ever scored a goal. I missed it on camara but he was way excited. He is doing a great job and improving with every game.

Thoughtful

2009-04-24T09:31:00.000-07:00

Ok, I have the cutest son ever. The other day Hunter told Clay that he wanted to get me a flower and some chocolate, because he loves me. So Clay took him to get me flowers and chocolate. Isn't that the cutest thing ever. Clay was so funny about it, because he was getting shown up by his son. I am so glad that I am raising him up right and how thoughtful he is. He is going to make a girl real happy one day. I love you Hunter!!

Soccor Time

2009-04-19T19:45:00.000-07:00

Hunter had his first soccor game on Saturday. He did really good considering he has never really played real soccor. It was a tie game, 9 to 9. His team was up 8 to3 at half and then after half the other team caught up to end the game with a tie. It was fun to see a bunch of 5-6 year olds running after the ball pretending to know how to play. Hunter had fun and really enjoyed playing and I am so proud of him, he did a great job.

Baby Animal Days

2009-04-11T23:15:00.000-07:00

I took Hunter and Bryton to Baby animal days this weekend. Bryton loved the animals. He was touching all of them. He pet/grabbed their fur, it was so cute. Hunter wasn't sure about the animals. He had his mind on doing activities, not petting animal. It took some talking into for him to get a picture with the Easter Bunny but we did it and aren't my boys so cute!. We had a great day with each other. I am so blessed to have 2 great and fun kids.

2009-04-05T12:41:00.000-07:00

Bryton desided that he wants to color his hair, but he can't deside which color so why not try them all? :)

After I unpacked our suitcase Bryton desided to crawl in and check it out. It was so funny to see him in there exploring. Who knew a suitcase could be so much fun....

Milestones

2009-04-05T12:20:00.000-07:00

Bryton has learned how to stand up. Clay went in to check on him and he was standing up in his crib, so I had to lower his bed so he couldn't fall out. He thinks its funny.

He got himself stuck in between the couches as he was playing with his toys

Standing up again playing with his toys trying to figure out how to walk or move over to the next toy but he has quite got that part figured out yet so he just falls down and gets lots of bruises on his head.

Bryton saying Hi mom :)

I can crawl!! Yes he is a crawler now and gets into everything. So I have to vacuum everyday so he doesn't put things into his mouth. He is so busy and gets into everything. I love it!!

Help

2009-03-23T08:25:00.000-07:00

Does anyone out there know how to print off the blog pages? If anyone know how to do this please let me know, I would love to print off my blog pages. Please Help. Thanks

What a mess! :)

2009-03-18T19:30:00.001-07:00

I left the baby food on Bryton's tray and he got a hold of it when I wasn't looking
Bryton is still enjoying his lunch

Now he took the spoon and more food to play with

Nana gave him an Oreo

Wow this Oreo is good!

I think Bryton really enjoyed this Oreo. We can thank Nana for giving him the cookie because mommy doesn't, but it was fun to see these pictures. She said he pretty much just ate the frosting but looks like he ate more than that. Bryton just loves to eat real food.

St. Patricks Day

2009-03-18T08:44:00.000-07:00

We had green food all day long. I even put green gel in Hunters hair. It was a fun green day.

IN MEMORY OF TASCHE

2009-03-06T18:03:00.000-08:00

Last week we received some pretty devastating news, that Clays sister Tasche had died. It was a shock and really hard to take in. This past week we went to the funeral and saw her beautiful 3 week old twins. As we traveled to Boise we had time to cry and to talk and to think. This tragedy has been really hard to cope with. Clay and I defiantly grew even stronger through this. I didn't know Tasche very well, but what I knew of her was that she was a great person who loved kids, animals and her husband. She was so loving, she had such a great heart that she was always worried about everyone else but her. Keola, Ikaika, and Makakoa will be in our prayers as their journey is about to begin. We are here for them and want them to know we love them. We love you Tasche, you will be greatly missed.

Tasche Thompson Murray Stone
1983 - 2009

Tasche Thompson Murray Stone, cherished wife, beloved daughter, devoted mother and treasured friend, passed away the evening of February 26, 2009 at age 25.

Tasche was born March 1, 1983 to Dianne Murray in Southeast Idaho, where she was raised. While attending BYU-Idaho and earning her associate's degree, Tasche met her future husband and best friend, Keola Stone.

Tasche and Keola were married and sealed for time and all eternity in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple on September 12, 2003. The two shared a passion for humor, family and each other.

Tasche's kind heart and vivacious personality made her a favorite at family gatherings; children were drawn to Tasche and were constantly seeking her comforting smile and open arms. Tasche and Keola started their family immediately by adopting their first four furry children; dogs Dobby and Winky, and cats Mary and Jane. Together they strived to create a life and home full of love and support.

Tasche pursued a career in nursing and completed the LPN program at Apollo College in the fall of 2008, while also preparing for the birth of their long awaited first two children. Tasche and Keola welcomed their twin sons, Ikaika and Makakoa in February 2009.

Tasche's compassion and concern for others were beyond measure and will be missed by those many lives she touched.

Tasche is survived by her devoted husband, Keola who cherished her in every way, her adored sons Ikaika and Makakoa, mother Dianne, 5 brothers and 5 sisters; father and mother in-law, Lui and Gwen Stone and many aunts, uncles and relatives.

Funeral services for Tasche will be held Monday, March 2, 2009, at the LDS Chapel at 1500 Smith Avenue in Nampa, ID at 11 a.m. A viewing will be held Monday from 10-10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment will be at Kohlerlawn Cemetery, Nampa.

Arrangements are under the direction of Zeyer Funeral Chapel, Nampa. In lieu of flowers an education fund has been arranged for her sons. Contributions can be made at Home Federal Bank under the name, Tasche Stone, or call 208-468-5100.

My DAD!

2009-02-21T21:15:00.000-08:00

I just wanted to express my love for my dad. Today marks 18 years that he past away. Today is also my brothers birthday. Just a breif background for those who don't know. I was 14 when my dad died in a car accident, he was 51. My brother was on his mission in CA. I remember clearly this day 18 years ago when I was told he had died. My life changed that day forever. I remember things about him here and there, but the trama of his death, I seem to have blocked some memories. I remember him as a great dad. He was always there for me and my twin. He had us go to work with him. I remember playing YW basketball and I sucked but he came to one of my games before he had died and told me he would give me $5 if I could make a basket, and I did, so now I have the $5 framed. I remember teasing him because his legs were so white. I remember him as a great dad to me and I could feel his love. There are so many times when I wish he was around and I prayed to Heavenly Father to protect him and tell him that I love and miss him. I know that my dad hears me and is watching over me. I know this because he was with Hunter. It's funny because I see alot of my dad in Hunter. But any way when Hunter was a baby he saw a picture of my dad and said that's grandpa wood. I cried because he could remember being with my dad. This was the first time he had seen a picture of him. I so hope that Bryton will remember him too. Even though I don't feel him or have him around, I know that my dad is with me and that he is with me in Hunter and Bryton, what a great gift. I love you dad with all my heart and I miss you everyday and Ithink of you everyday and I wish I could get up to Star Valley to visit your grave. I think it is so important for Hunter and Bryton to know you and know that I had a great dad and that I loved him so much. Thanks for the 14 years I had with you and for giving 2 great boys that I love. Till we meet again.. I LOVE YOU!

Happy Valentines Day (late)

2009-02-18T16:18:00.000-08:00

This was so cute and thoughtful of Clay. We were in Arizona visiting his sister last weekend and he arranged for me to get flowers for Valentines day. The brown ones are chocolate covered strawberries. It was so cute that he remembered to do something for me on Valentines even though we weren't at home. I love you!!!

New adventure

2009-02-07T07:18:00.001-08:00

In this first picture Bryton saw me taking pictures and he decided he wanted the camera, so he is trying to take it from me. :) Bryton just learned how to roll over this week. It has been so fun to watch him roll all over the place. He loves to roll across the room. Bryton has also been trying to crawl. He can't crawl yet but he sure keeps trying. In the picture he was on all fours, but that didn't last for very long and he couldn't do it again. I don't think I am ready for him to start crawling, I want him to stay my baby....

sitting up

2009-02-07T07:14:00.000-08:00

Brytons new thing is to sit straight up in his swing and play with his toys. He also loves sticking his tongue out and spitting. He always keeps us entertained.

GO STEELERS!!!

2009-02-01T13:36:00.001-08:00

Some good pre-superbowl fun. Hunter and Dad playing football, but Hunter calls it playing Steelers. This is what a family of Steeler fans do for pre-game. Go Steelers!!

Brothers

2009-01-27T18:51:00.001-08:00

I love to see Hunter with Bryton. He loves his brother so much and Bryton love him and is always looking to find his big brother. Bryton and Hunter love being with each other. This is my favorite to see them together. What a great bond already.

Hunter turns 5

2009-01-25T17:23:00.000-08:00

Hunter turned 5 on January 19 2009. I know I am a little slow at posting his b-day pictures but I wanted to wait until he had his birthday party.
Hunter invited some friends from preschool to his birthday party. We went to the fun park and played on the soft play, ate pizza, and had cake and ice cream and open presents. He had a great time, it was fun to see how excited he was to be with his friends having fun.
Hunter is a great boy and I love him very much. He is a great big brother and loves Bryton to death. These brothers have such a great bond that it is so neat to watch the both of them. Hunter has quite the personality. He is always on the go and always busy. He is a smart kid and loves working with his hands. He can't wait until he is big like his dad. I love his laugh and his hugs and kisses. There is so much to say about what a great kid he is but for now I will just say I love you with all my heart. Happy Birthday Hunter

peek a boo

2009-01-25T17:02:00.000-08:00

This is my favorite. When Bryton wakes up from a nap he pops his head up and looks around. I love going to get him from his nap because he always peeks up and smiles. One time he had his chin on his hands just a grinin'. I was sad I didn't have my camara to capture that, it was so cute. He always wakes up happy and smiling. It is so fun to see his cute little personality.

Christmas 2008

2008-12-30T13:43:00.000-08:00

Just some pictures of our Christmas Holiday. It was a lot of fun spending time with Clays sister and our kids. Clay and Hunter built a snowman and Bryton was still learning how to eat from a spoon. It was a great Christmas.

Christmas Eve Sledding

2008-12-24T16:30:00.001-08:00

Marshmallow Boy

2008-12-24T15:24:00.001-08:00

Doesn't he look like the Marshmallow Man (boy). This was a snow outfit I bought when Hunter was a baby and it was way to big for him so he never got to wear it. Bryton fits in it just right. With his chubby checks and chubby legs, he makes the perfect marshmallow boy in this outfit. He is so cute....

He thinks he needs to be a big boy

2008-12-18T10:01:00.001-08:00

This was so funny. Bryton was laying on my bed playing, when I turned around he had taken his arm out of his shirt. Then he decided to try taking the rest of his shirt off. But he never figured it out. Then the next day he was wearing a shirt that snaps up and he kept trying to take that off. He is going to be my little streeker.

He turned 4 months old on Monday and we decieded to try feeding him rice cereal. He had a funny look when I gave it to him. He did great though and he seemed to like it a little bit. After sometime he will eat alot more. Right now he only eats a few spoonfuls.
Ok he wasn't even 4 months old yet and here he is holding the bottle by himself. He wants to be a big boy like his brother I guess. I don't want him to grow up so fast. What a big boy and a fun kid to have and watch.

Lazy

2008-12-16T19:05:00.000-08:00

Sorry everyone our computer blew it's hard drive and I had to wait for it to get fixed. I will be updating this really soon.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

2008-11-27T07:42:00.000-08:00

I just thought I would say Happy Thanksgiving to all of you. I hope your holiday is a fun, happy and safe. Enjoy your time with your families. I am so Thankful for my family and my husband and kids and all of my friends. I have so much to be Thankful this year, too many things to list. I am greatful for a holiday that we can get together as a family and enjoy our time together.

Good News!

2008-11-09T16:31:00.000-08:00

I am so happy to say that Bryton does not need surgery. We went for his doctor's appointment on Thursday and he gave us the good news. He told us that he will just be taking some medication for a year so he won't get bladder/kidney infections and to come back to see him in a year to see how Bryton is doing. I think I can handle giving him meds for a year rather than having surgery. I am so thankful for that. I just want to thank you, (mostly my mom and family) for all of your fasting a prayers. I know that the Lord is and was watching out for Bryton and is a great blessing to know that our prayers were heard and that he is going to be ok. We love you and are so greatful for you..

More Halloween

2008-11-04T19:44:00.001-08:00

These are some cute halloween pictures of my boys. The picture of Bryton's behind is for those of you who haven't seen his costume. I couldn't resist taking a picture of his bum. This is a picture of Hunter and his friend from school. He had a great time trick or treating for the first time. He really wore me out..

Happy Halloween

2008-10-31T11:20:00.000-07:00

Here are some cute pictures of my daycare kids at our little halloween party. They had fun dressing up and playing in their costumes.