What a mess! :)

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

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

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!

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)

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

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

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!!!

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!!