Me and MY HaWKeS BoYZ

Basketball

2010-01-13T19:55:00.003-07:00

Braydon is FINALLY old enough to play rec basketball and had his 1st game this past Saturday. I just happened to have the camera rolling during this great play! (He is number 5 on the white team)

2009-08-27T19:02:00.003-06:00

Carson... for those of you that don't know Carson very well, he is my "strong-willed" son... and that is probably putting it nicely, but hopefully gives you an idea of his personality. I think he stood in line twice for the stubborn genes. I love him dearly and he can be just as sweet as he is bull-headed, unfortunately it has been a while since I have seen that "sweet" side.

He started school last week and is now in the 1st grade. I am not sure why a ... "I am too cool for you" attitude has to accompany 1st grade, but it has for him and he has been a snot ever since school started. Here are 2 conversations that I had with him today... there are plenty more, but these were too good not to share.

Carson asked me "When is dad taking us fishing?"... "Maybe when you decide to start acting better" was my response. He then followed that up with "I CAN'T DO THAT! WHEN DAD RAISED ME HE RAISED ME AS A NAUGHTY BOY... I CAN'T BE NICE!!!"

Later he was being his pain in the butt self again and I asked him what the deal was with the attitude problem that he has developed since school started... his response "I didn't get it in the 1st grade mom, I've always had it, even when I was in your tummy... that's why I was kicking you!"

Good thing he's SO cute... huh? :)

1st Day of School

2009-08-20T21:06:00.001-06:00

Just some fun pictures of the boys that I took today...

the 1st day of school!!!!!

Carson is in his aunts class... all week we have been practicing "Mrs. Hawkes" instead of "Aunt Stacey". I am SO grateful that Stacey (Mrs. Hawkes) loves me enough to take on Carson this year. She is an incredible teacher as well as a very brave aunt. (smiles)

I tried my hardest to get a shot with all 4 of them smiling and looking at me... this is just as good as it gets.

I can't believe I have a 3rd grader, ahh! ... he's just WAY TOO COOL for me! (smiles)

It feels good to be back to somewhat of a routine... it is still a work in progress but today went pretty good. I spoke to soon... as I am typing I can hear footsteps upstairs... why can't they just stay in bed after you put them in bed?

Camping

2009-08-15T18:41:00.000-06:00

Time for an update....

2009-08-06T15:36:00.001-06:00

but I can't find my camera. Hmm, anyone seen my camera?

Memorial Day

2009-05-31T12:05:00.005-06:00

Adam's mom died 5 years ago and since then we have all met at the Franklin Idaho cemetery on Memorial Day to remember her. We have a great time re-telling stories about her... the stories seem to get better each year. We sure miss her! We then invade Adam's brothers house for some great food and of course, dutch oven potatoes!

All of us in front of Sue's beautiful headstone.

All the boys!

All the girls!

Me and the boys having some fun on Uncle Todd's 4-wheeler.

They each took turns driving me around.

I am blessed to have married into such an incredible family.

We always have such a great time when we get together.

Kindergarten Graduation.... HE DID IT!

2009-05-31T11:51:00.003-06:00

Carson did it... he graduated from Kindergarten!!! He learned so much this year. He is reading and writing so good. He brought home some of his journals last week and I had such a good time reading them and seeing his improvement throughout the year.

They had a cute little program for graduation and received diplomas.

This is Carson with his teacher, Mrs. Detterbeck. She was a great teacher and we will miss her.

I am so proud of you Carson!!!

Summer cuts

2009-05-31T11:33:00.005-06:00

Well we broke down and did it.... My little HAIR BALLS are no longer!

This is Cooper before dad caught him... he had gotten a sucker stuck in his hair that morning and I decided it was time.

Before

During.... Adam thought this would be a great look for him.

And the handsome little devil after.

My baby looks so much older now.... boo hooo!

And then it was little "surfer boy's" turn. I really didn't want to cut Cody's hair. It was so long and the kid has a serious square noggin' that just looks better with long hair. But we did it!

Before

and after...

the anxiety was a waste of time.

They are still super handsome little boys even when they are bald. (smiles)

2009-05-12T06:50:00.000-06:00

My boys

2009-05-11T12:54:00.002-06:00

It took a little begging and a lot of bribery, but I got all 4 of my active boys to comb their hair, put on clean (somewhat matching) clothes and sit still for a photo shoot in the front yard.

Handsome lil' devils, aren't they?

"So good I could drink it"

2009-05-04T15:09:00.006-06:00

I know I have said it before but never actually acted on it...

my little Cody Garrett LOVES his fry sauce so much that he drinks it...

with a straw.

Even more proof that he spent time with his Grandma Sue in heaven!

Toofleth

2009-05-04T15:02:00.003-06:00

Carson lost his other front tooth yesterday, 2 in 2 days... I feel for his speech therapist, she thought she had it bad before... now he whistles and rolls his words all at the same time. (smiles)

Soccer, hair and the Tooth Fairy

2009-05-02T21:49:00.002-06:00

The (big) boys played their last SOCCER game of the season today,

it was a cold and wet game that I enjoyed from the car.

Their baseball game was postponed because of the fabulous weather...

but nothing seems to stop soccer.

They were quite excited to receive their medals after the game and are already talking about playing again in the fall.

This is as good as it gets when all 4 of them are posing for pictures... if you look really close you can see the HAIR cut that Cody gave himself last night. So not funny!

... and Carson's mouth and his scooter collided and he lost another tooth but the TOOTH FAIRY forgot to come last night. I bet she feels so bad that she is going to over-compensate him tonight for that tooth.

Could it be?

2009-04-30T22:32:00.003-06:00

I am not the sharpest tool in the shed... but this kind of looks like someone is shining up "new member" and getting ready to put a FOR SALE sign on him? One can only hope, I don't dare ask. (smiles)

Is hair really suppose to do this?

2009-04-28T21:44:00.002-06:00

This is what happens when your mom refuses to cut your hair because you are her "baby" and she doesn't want you to "grow up" and she puts you on the tramp between two wild brothers that are in the middle of a pillow fight. So embarrassing... somebody please send scissors.

Spring Break 2009

2009-04-25T18:52:00.007-06:00

I have to be honest, I love hanging out with my boys, I really do... but they had 5 entire days off for Spring Break this year, which really was 9 if you count the weekends. Who gets 5 days off for Spring Break? We were lucky to get 2 days off when I was in school.

I was a bit nervous as to what I was going to do with them... I have to keep them busy or bad things happen fast. (smiles)

We all went to the Bean Museum one day, it was cheap entertainment for all.

We woke up to 9" of snow in our yard the next day... who gets to say they played in the snow for Spring Break.

Adam had to break out the snow blower... love the shorts and sunglasses.

Snowing once we have pulled the summer clothes out can be really confusing to little ones. I told the boys they could go out and play and to get their winter clothes on and this is what Cody put on. He was a little upset with me when I told him he had to put pants and a shirt on.

And then we decided to hit the road and get out of the snow and headed to St. George. It was a last minute decision and I got hotel reservations and everyone packed and ready to go in less than an hour. So not like me... I am such a planner.

Adam had a great time showing the boys where he went to school and played football. I am so glad they are all back to school and am left wondering what in the world am I going to do with them ALL SUMMER?

Carson VS. Couch

2009-04-06T13:52:00.006-06:00

Sitting quietly and listening to incredible talks given by inspired leaders of our church builds up lots of energy in little ones, especially my four. Yesterday all of Carson's "built up energy" and the couch got in a little disagreement... and unfortunately the couch won.

this is Carson immediately following the fight with the couch... lots of blood but not many tears were shed.

and this is my tough little man sporting a black eye and 6 stitches. The Dr.'s at InstaCare know Adam by his first name. Oh, the joys of raising boys.

2009-03-31T12:56:00.002-06:00

My dear husband has kind of been in the dog house since he brought home "new member". And I haven't been very nice, in fact I have been horrible. I know that he has been in so much pain, but he hasn't complained in fear of my "I told you not to buy that @#$& bike" response.

I have been doing some spring cleaning and came across a poem that he wrote for me last year. It reminded me of what an incredible man I am married to, he is so perfect for me. He will probably not be very happy that I am posting this... but it is too good not to share. (smiles)

When I think of you, my sky turns blue

Even in the middle of a raging storm, the thought of you keeps me warm.

Because of you, I fear nothing at all,

Because of you, I am 10 feet tall.

Even though I frustrate you for lack of a plan.

It's you that makes me a better man.

I'll lengthen my stride, to go that extra mile.

So when you look at me, I see your smile.

A few thoughts and feelings to brighten your day,

And yes, I'm thinking of sex, your man in not gay!

Love,

Adam

Isn't that the sweetest... I have the best man in the world!

Dear Mother Nature

2009-03-30T22:02:00.002-06:00

Dear Mother Nature,

I am a mother with 4 active boys. We have been locked up in a very small house, for what seems like years. It has been a very long and cold winter. You teased us last week with some warm sunshine and then you took it all away and threw snow on us. I don't think it was a very funny joke. I was just wondering if maybe you could throw some sunshine our way. We went to a soccer game last week and it was 34 degrees outside and that's not even taking into account the wind chill ... that just wasn't very enjoyable, the soccer ball was even frozen. My husband owns a lawn care company... yes, I said lawn care. It is kind of hard to care for lawns when there is snow on them. We have spent way too much time together, if you know what I mean... love him, but need space ASAP. The first official day of spring was last week... all I am asking for is that... can you please throw SPRING at us?

Sincerely,

The gal that is desperately seeking her sanity back

The newest member of our family....

2009-03-30T05:28:00.000-06:00

Meet our newest member of the family, "new member". He really wasn't invited to be a member of our family... but one Friday afternoon he just showed up, he used to live in St. George and I really think he would have been happier if he had just stayed there.

This is my eternal "soul-mate". He is a good man, but at times doesn't always make the best decisions. (that probably doesn't come as a surprise to many of you)

One day "soul-mate" decided to take "new member" out for a drive... I guess "new member" didn't want to go for a ride that day and just decided to stop and lay down in the middle of the road while going about 45 miles an hour. "Soul-mate" went for a ride on his rear about 97 feet until coming to a stop (and you wonder how I know 97 feet, well "soul-mate" had to go back out after the wreck and measure it with his tape measure for bragging rights). High speeds, flesh and asphalt don't make for a good combination. "Soul-mate" has some great road rash and "new member" is still in the shed in time out.... don't know that he will be coming back out soon. Anyone in the market for a dirt bike? .... or a husband? (smiles)

The best part of it all is that "soul-mate" was wrapping his wounds in Ace bandages ... he found out that he is allergic to them and broke out in hives all over his body... he's been itching like crazy for over a week. Hmmm, I guess that it what you get for not obeying your wife.

Singin' in the RAIN

2009-03-29T22:56:00.003-06:00

I looked out the window and what did I see.....

My son in a Spiderman costume, green

florescent soccer socks and an umbrella.

He has been spending WAY to much

time with his dad. (smiles)

Kindergarten Field Trip

2009-03-29T22:29:00.005-06:00

I have two very competitive boys... so if you go on a field trip with one you better plan on going on a field trip with the other one. We went to the Dinosaur Museum at Thanksgiving Point. The kindergarten kids were fun, but I think I spent the majority of my time counting heads... I was so worried about loosing someone... they were all over the place!

Carson had a great time though. He could have spent hours digging in the sand... it is what he does best, mud, or should I say "mess" is attracted to this kid.

I must say... I do love being at home with my kids now and being able to participate in these activities with them. Even though I needed Excedrin and Diet Coke after this trip. :)

2nd grade field trip

2009-03-29T22:06:00.003-06:00

I some how got "volunteered" by this cute little boy to go on his field trip with him. We went to Thanksgiving Point and then the Discover Park in P.G. It ended up being a lot of fun and was a great opportunity for Braydon and I to spend some time together without the other boys.

February at the Hawkes

2009-02-24T13:56:00.015-07:00

This will come as big shocker to any of you that follow my blog (is there even anyone that does anymore)? I am a total LAMO BLOGGO. So to add to the "Lamo" I am posting all of February's event on one post.

One a month is better than zero... right?

FEBRUARY at the HAWKES......

BIRTHDAYS

We celebrated 3 birthdays....

Cody turned 3, Braydon turned 8 and I turned 29 (again)!

Cody requested a Little Einsteins Rocket Cake and this was the outcome... I have to say, I was quite proud of it, it was SO out of my league...

birthday cakes at our house always come from Costco.

Cody and his cousin Carter playing on Cody's new "Rocket" laptop.

We took Cody to the Playhouse Disney concert at the ESA.

He absolutely loved it!

Braydon took a couple of friends to Chuck-E-Cheese to celebrate!

(much easier than hosting at the house) ...

(check out Cooper (below), he is sucking on the back of the chair, not just any chair... a chair at CHUCK-E-CHEESE... good-grief, and I wonder how he got sick? ... I deserve mom of the year award for that one)

VALENTINES

... this was how we spent our Valentines weekend. Rocking my sick little guy. I was so bummed that we had to cancel our plans. I had planned a great surprise for Adam and had arranged for my niece to spend the night with the boys. I got a hotel room, made dinner reservations and even made a visit to Victorias...

I was really looking forward to some one-on-one time with my man.

SICKOS

... this was a month full of sickos, all winter we have passed junk around but poor little Cooper got hit the worst with it. He got pneumonia and RSV and had to spend 5 days in the hospital.

They suctioned his nose so many times that he had a permanent bloody nose for a couple of days. Through it all he was still smiling. I wish I could have said the same for myself.

we have HOPE

that winter will eventually end.

I just wanted to post this picture because there is sunshine in it and the boys are playing OUTSIDE!!!!!

I can honestly say that I don't remember a busier month. I am thankful that this happens to be the shortest month of the year and that it is OVER! ... well, almost... we still have 1 more birthday and a baptism this weekend.

Thanks to all of you that helped while Cooper was in the hospital: Mom, Dallas, Lisa, Lex, Sterling, Jamie, Amber, Becki, Caradon, Emmy Lou, Josh and Stacey. You are all lifesavers and I love your dearly!

UTE parade

2009-02-02T20:02:00.008-07:00

Random photos from the Ute parade and meet and greet.

The boys had an incredible time meeting the players and coaches.

Braydon can't wait to play for Coach Witt (like his dad). :)

Where oh where have WE been?

2008-12-03T17:15:00.004-07:00

What have we been up to?

Spending time with FRIENDS...

A night out with our good friends and a chance for

Adam and I to just hold hands!

(Homer's we missed you like crazy!)

We met friends at Temple Square to see the incredible Christmas

lights and have dinner. Now that Adam is putting up lights he is

fascinated with lights and he pointed out

every breaker-box on the grounds. :)

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EATING lots of FOOD...

(proof that Adam's children DO eat their VEGGIES...

Carson gave up his pizza for broccoli)

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Sweet REVENGE! ...

Payback.... Most of you saw the BLUE BOMB that went off in our front yard the night before the holy war... if you didn't... we woke up to toilet paper and blue BYU paraphernalia all over our house and lawn courteous of our rotten family. The game was payback enough but the boys got a kick out of getting Aunt Missy and the cousins back by putting this flag on the highest peak of her house. This flag was hanging high for almost a week because they couldn't get it down. ha ha

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Celebrating Birthdays....

Happy Birthday Carson. I survived a birthday party of 15 - 6 year old boys.

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and enjoying having season tickets to the Utah football games...

The win over TCU... AWESOME! I am still a bit upset over the BYU - UTAH game because Cody got sick that day and I had to give up my ticket and couldn't go... had to stay at home and be a good mom. Braydon and Adam went and had an incredible time.

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We are getting so excited for Christmas... I started decorating today and we are now just waiting for Adam to have an extra 30 minutes this week so that we can go and pick out our tree!

I could barely BELIEVE my eyes....

2008-11-13T13:50:00.004-07:00

I about got in a car accident when I saw this today... what a beautiful site!

Couldn't resist topping off the tank, even though I just did two days ago.

Halle-freakin'-luiah

I can afford to get in the car again. :)

HaLLoWeeN PHoTos (late)

2008-11-11T16:57:00.006-07:00

I think the pictures say it all.

(sorry so slow to post these)

And I left the BEST for LAST....

(Trav... do you regret requesting to see these... ha ha)

Just for FUN

2008-11-04T11:11:00.001-07:00

CAPRICORN - The Go-Getter (Dec 22 - Jan 19) Patient and wise. Practical and rigid, ambitious, tends to be Good-looking. Humorous and funny. Can be a bit shy and reserved. Often pessimistic; Capricorns tend to act before they think and can be Unfriendly at times. Hold grudges. Like competition. Get what they want.

AQUARIUS - The Sweetheart (Jan 20 - Feb 18) Optimistic and honest, sweet personality. Very independent. Inventive and intelligent. Friendly and loyal. Can seem unemotional. Can be a bit rebellious. Very stubborn, but original and unique. Attractive on the inside and out. Eccentric personality.

PISCES - The Dreamer (Feb 19 - Mar 20) Generous, kind, and thoughtful. Very creative and imaginative. May become secretive and vague. Sensitive.Don't like details.. Dreamy and unrealistic. Sympathetic and loving. Kind. Unselfish. Good kisser. Beautiful.

ARIES - The Daredevil (Mar 21 - April 19)
Energetic. Adventurous and spontaneous. Confident and enthusiastic. Fun. Loves a challenge. EXTREMELY impatient. Sometimes selfish. Short fuse. (Easily angered.) Lively, passionate, and sharp wit. Outgoing. Lose interest quickly - easily bored. Egotistical. Courageous and assertive. Tends to be physical and athletic.

TAURUS - The Enduring One (April 20 - May 20) Charming but aggressive.Can come off as boring, but they are not. Hard workers. Warm-hearted. Strong, has endurance. Solid beings that are stable and secure in their ways. Not looking for shortcuts. Take pride in their beauty. Patient and reliable. Make great friends and give good advice. Loving and kind. Loves hard - passionate. Express themselves emotionally. Prone to ferocious temper-tantrums. Determined. Indulge themselves often. Very generous.

GEMINI - The Chatterbox (May 21 - June 20) Smart and witty. Outgoing, very chatty. Lively, energetic. Adaptable But needs to express themselves. Argumentative and o utspoken. Like change. Versatile. Busy, sometimes nervous and tense. Gossips. May seem superficial or inconsistent. Beautiful physically and mentally.

CANCER - The Protector (June 21 - July 22)
Moody, emotional. May be shy. Very loving and caring. Pretty/handsome. Excellent partners for life. Protective. Inventive and imaginative. Cautious. Touchy-feely kind of person. Needs love from others. Easily hurt, but sympathetic.

LEO - The Boss (July 23 - Aug 22)
Very organized. Need order in their lives - like being in control. Like boundaries. Tend to take over everything. Bossy. Like to help Others. Social and outgoing. Extroverted. Generous, warm-hearted. Sensitive. Creative energy. Full of themselves. Loving. Doing the right thing is important to Leos. Attractive.

VIRGO - The Perfectionist (Aug 23 - Sept 22)
Dominant In relationships. Conservative. Always wants the last word. Argumentative. Worries. Very smart. Dislikes noise and chaos. Eager. Hardworking. Loyal. Beautiful. Easy to t alk to. Hard to p lease. Harsh. Practical and very fussy. Often shy. Pessimistic.

LIBRA - The Harmonizer (Sept 23 - Oct 22) Nice to everyone they meet. Can't make up their mind. Have own unique appeal. Creative, energetic, and very social. Hates to be alone. Peaceful, generous. Very loving and beautiful. Flirtatious. Give in too easily. Procrastinators. Very gullible.

SCORPIO - The Intense One (Oct 23 - Nov 21) Very energetic. Intelligent. Can be jealous and/or possessive. Hardworking. Great kisser. Can become obsessive or secretive. Holds grudges. Attractive. Determined. Loves being in long Relationships. Talkative.. Romantic. Can be self-centered at times. Passionate and Emotional.

SAGITTARIUS - The Happy-Go-Lucky One (Nov 22 - Dec 21)
Good-natured optimist. Doesn't want to grow up (Peter Pan Syndrome). Indulges self. Boastful. Likes luxuries and gambling. Social and outgoing. Doesn't like responsibilities. Often fantasizes. Impatient. Fun to be around. Having lots of friends. Flirtatious. Doesn't like rules. Sometimes hypocritical. Dislikes being confined - tight spaces or even tight clothes. Doesn't like being doubted. Beautiful inside and out.

Don't forget to VOTE

2008-11-04T09:39:00.003-07:00

I just got back from voting and believe it or not... I only stood in line for about 30 minutes. It would have even been faster if my last name started with s-z. Adam and I went to leaveyourprint.com last night... that website it great. We were able to see the ballot and research the candidates and propositions. Voting is so much quicker when you go in prepared.

Don't forget to VOTE!

Playing TAG...

2008-10-30T12:36:00.000-06:00

I have been tagged by my friend Julie.

I am suppose to list 6 things I value,

6 things I don't and then tag 6 friends.

So here goes....

6 things I value:

1. my hot, funny, hard workin' and never boring husband

2. my adorable, rambunctious, active and never bashful boys

3. diet coke

4. clorox wipes

5. my family, extended family, neighbors and friends

6. the gospel

6 things I don't value:

1. laundry

2. sharing a bathroom with 5 boys... YUCK

okay so really 3 1/2 boys right now, but I hate it,

have you ever sat down on a wet toilet seat?...

clorox wipes are my best friend ...

hmm, maybe for Christmas my "hot, funny, hard workin'

and never boring husband" that I value

SO much could finish our 2nd bathroom ...

and I could decorate it PINK ...

and put NO BOYS ALLOWED in really big letters on the door ...

and have a diet coke dispenser next to the tub...

and order gallons of "CALGON TAKE ME AWAY"...

(honey, if I had my own bathroom the boys would stop

using my tampons as swords, daggers and blow horns.)

3. potty training

4. an empty diet coke can

5. procrastination... I seem to be the queen of it since I stopped working

6. poopy diapers

Tag your it...

1. Tana

2. Brooke

3. Reen

4. Cari

5. Karen B.

6. Angela

COLORING contest

2008-10-28T21:01:00.002-06:00

The Elementary School had many fun activities last week for Red Ribbon Week... one being a coloring contest. Braydon took 2nd place and won a $15 gift card to Target today! We are very proud!

Good job Brayds! Your picture is awesome!

Here's a Carson funny: Carson informed his Kindergarten class yesterday that Adam works at BYU... What have we created? (smiles)

Ward Halloween PARTY

2008-10-26T17:51:00.006-06:00

A sneak-peak at our Halloween costumes

Cody is Diego, Carson is a Power Ranger and

Braydon is a scary "hooded cape"

(funny story... we went to pick out costumes and Braydon wanted one that would require face paint and something scary, so I suggested he dress all in black and I would paint his face. He picked out a cape that had "hooded cape" on the package ... so that is what he went as ... a "hooded cape".

Unfortunately, I didn't get a picture of me, Adam and Cooper. We went as Ute fans and got boo'd when we walked into the gym...

darn BYU fans... so rude. :)

CRAZY hair day

2008-10-26T17:21:00.011-06:00

It was CRAZY hair day at school on Wednesday for Red Ribbon Week...

here are our crazy hair boys!

Carson trying to figure out how to make the hang loose sign

(like his older brother) ...

Braydon making fun of Carson because he can't do it...

Ha Ha... I did it!

Cody thought he would apply some mascara while we

were making crazy hair.

Cody got in on the action later in the afternoon...

the red hair turned him into CHUCKY though.

FALL Break

2008-10-26T16:01:00.017-06:00

Someone, please tell me how much sense this makes...

I won't take all my boys to the grocery store by myself...

but I

drove 1,300 miles in a car to California and back,

stayed the night in a hotel,

changed multiple diapers on the side of some strange

exit in the middle of nowhere,

almost ran out of gas because I was more worried about buying treats to keep the kids quiet than getting gas at the gas station,

peed on the side of the road because it was easier than taking all 5 of us into a disgusting and dirty gas station bathroom...

and the list could go on and on and on....

... ALL BY MYSELF.

Here are some photos from the trip that I survived.

Cody swinging at the park.

Meet Carson's friend "Rin Tin Tin" ... "Chicken Chicken" didn't survive long enough for a picture.

Braydon and Carson pretty much spent the entire weekend in the water.

Uncle Ryan took the boys out in the field and let them shoot his BB guns.

A very excited Carson came in the house and said

"Mom, wook at all ta toles we tot in ta tiet toke tans"...

translation: Mom, look at all the holes we shot in the diet coke cans.

I just realized that I did not take one photos of Cooper, Brock or Em while I was there... I promise to make up for that. :(

The boys had a great time and I am glad that we went... even if I am still trying to recover from it. (smiles)

Thanks Em, Ryan and Brock for letting us come and stay at your house, swim in your pool and consume all of your food. We love you!

Hmm... CARDIO anyone?

2008-10-11T20:42:00.004-06:00

If the scales didn't motivate me to get to the gym, this sure did. Carson and I were talking the other night about babies and how great our baby Cooper is and what a big helper he is with Cooper. He mentioned that he would help me lots with our next baby too ... so I explained to him that there won't be a "next baby"... that mommy and daddy have their family of four incredible boys and how much I love them... without hesitation he looked at my stomach and says "well mom, you know your tummy is getting big... you better not let that baby get out."

CARDIO anyone?

Of course I am GOING to post this!

2008-10-03T13:58:00.004-06:00

UTES win against the same team that knocked off the #1 ranked team in the Nation last week! SO exciting!

(I have been married to Adam too long... can't resist rubbing this into all of our BYU fan family and friends)

Adam and I called it his "birthday date" and went to dinner at the Cheesecake Factory and then to the Utah vs. Oregon State football game. It was great to get away and spend some quality time together and have some "adult" conversation, although "adult" conversation and Adam don't really go together... it was more like 7 hours of flirting!

What a great wife I am, I even wore his jersey. :)

(and thanks Lex and Sterling for taking good care of the boys)

Go UTES!

THiNGS i LoVe aBouT THe FaLL

2008-10-02T00:21:00.022-06:00

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bLaNKeTS

leaVeS ... TReeS ... MouNTaiNS

fooTBaLL gAmEs

LDS GeNeRaL CoNFeReNCe

hauNTeD HouSeS

deCoRaTiNG

sCaRiNG SMaLL CHiLDReN (just kidding)

Happy Birthday ADAM!

2008-09-29T05:30:00.004-06:00

I've seen the seven wonders of the world

I've seen the beauty of diamonds and pearls

But they mean nothing baby

Your love amazes me

I've seen a sunset that would make you cry

And colors of the rainbow, reaching cross the sky

The moon in all it's phases

Your love amazes me

Don't you ever doubt this love of mine

You're the only one for me

You give me hope

You give me reason

You give me something to believe in

Forever faithfully

Your love amazes me

John Berry

(sometimes somebody else says it better)

HAPPY Birthday HONEY... I love YOU forever!

(please forgive me... these photos were on the computer and I couldn't resist)

UTES win again!

2008-09-28T14:12:00.002-06:00

One step closer to the National Championship game???

One BCS computer says, YES! :)

Adam took Braydon to the Utah vs. Weber State game last night. Braydon was so excited he couldn't stop talking about it. Boy am I glad he has now "experienced" a Utah game... don't know if I could have survived another question. "Mom, how big is the stadium?" ... "Mom, the stadium is under the U on the mountain, right? ... "How are we going to get up the mountain? ... "the train can't go up that far, can it?" ... "how long is a college football game?" ... "How long does it take to get to Salt Lake?" ... "How far is it from the train to the stadium?" ... "Mom, when are we leaving?"... " Mom, when are we leaving?" ... "Mom, when are we leaving?"... "Mom, why does dad keep telling me to shut my trap?"

Braydon, I love you so much and I am so glad that you and your dad had a good time!

2008-09-27T17:34:00.005-06:00

The LAST soccer game of the season!

Braydon and Carson played on the same soccer team this year. I decided to play Carson up and put him with the 6 and 7 years olds ... having them on two separate teams was killer last year, too many games and practices. They had a great time playing together and are SO sad that the season is over.

Thanks Mark and Ann for being the best coaches EVER ... see you in the Spring!

Totally BORED ...

2008-09-26T23:37:00.003-06:00

Adam and the boys went to Franklin to watch his nephew play in the homecoming football game ... I didn't feel good about taking the sicks boys so I stayed at home. The same home I have been stuck in all day with sick boys. I am BORED!!! I just stumbled across yearbookyourself.com ... yes, I am a total nerd sitting here by myself, laughing out loud at these pictures. Cheap entertainment.

It is kind of scary how close one of these actually looks like my high school photo... holy hair!

Adam is going to think I am so hot!

Remembering two Gentle GIANTS

2008-09-21T20:16:00.003-06:00

This past weekend Ty Detmer showed, once again the caliber of person and leader he is in honoring two of his former lineman and friends by hosting a charity dinner and sporting clay tournament in their behalf.

Kent Griffith - BYU 1990

Bryan May #72 and Kent Griffith #63, both were apart of the offensive line that blocked for TY as he accomplished something that no other player has done in the history of BYU...

WIN THE HEISMAN!! If you were LUCKY enough to know either Bryan or Kent, you knew how proud they were to be able to block for Ty.

Missy and her "Fantastic Four"

Kent and Brian left this earth too soon. The charity is raising funds for these two young families. At the charity dinner, Ty, with a tear in his eye, shared with us how privileged he felt to now "have their backs" for all the times they had his on the field.

Adam and Reno Mahe

We were grateful to have the chance to be apart of this event. Adam was able to go clay shooting on Friday afternoon with many former BYU players. Many of them he knew and others he got to know for the first time. It was embarrassing to have Reno Mahe, which has never shot a gun; point out to Adam that he was putting the wrong ammunition in his gun. (oops)

Adam with Rob Morris and Chad Lewis

Adam met up with an old friend, Chad Lewis that he hasn't seen for years. It was fun to reminisce. Adam did hold his tongue... being the only UTE in the bunch, most of the guys there were bigger than him... and they all had guns.

Adam with his dad and sisters; Lisa, Missy and Katie

Friday evening they held a charity dinner at Sundance. We were both able to attend it along with Adam's dad, and sisters. It was great to be able to be there and support Missy and the kids. They have sacrificed so much and really deserved this great evening in their honor. Adam, almost spent $1,000 on a Heisman signed football helmet during the live auction...

good thing he got outbid.

Adam and Ty Detmer

It was a great weekend and we thank Ty for being a good friend to

Kent and Bryan when their families need it most.

And Adam wants you all to know that even though he didn't get to

tackle a Heisman trophy winner on the field,

he got to finally put his arms around one.

Ty with Missy and Stacey after they led the team out

Saturday Ty asked Missy and Stacey to lead the team out on the field with him. It was great to see both of them in Kent and Bryan's jerseys. Missy was so excited; we didn't think they were going to get her off the field.

Go UTES!!!

(Amy got home from the game and the boys wouldn't even hug here because she had this shirt on)

Missy and Stacey on Sportsbeat Sunday

A great article regarding Kent:

'Gentle Giant' Loved Family - slain ex-Y player 'put himself in harm's way'

To find out more information regarding Ty Detmer's event:

Ty Detmer sporting clay tournament and charity dinner

We are "BLOGGIN'"

2008-09-14T19:33:00.001-06:00

Okay... so here I am and I don't have a clue what I am doing but hopefully with a little time... okay, a lot of time... I will get the hang of this.

Boys In MY House

2008-09-07T17:20:00.001-06:00

This poem absolutely describes my life. I had to post it.

BOYS IN MY HOUSE
There are boys in my house – and Spiderman shoes
And 200 papers in various blues.
They have cars on their shirts and frogs on their hats
There's a glove and a ball and a red plastic bat.
There's dirt on a face and a smudge on a nose;
Grass stains on knees and sand between toes.
There's bathtime at night with bodies to scrub,
And when we're all done there is dirt in the tub!
There's bandaids and bruises and curious bumps,
There's smiles and laughter and sometimes there's grumps.
There's odors most icky; there's boogers so green
There's more yucky things than I'll ever get clean.
There's piles of laundry; there's stories at night;
There's bedtime and bathtime and dinnertime fights.
Sometimes there are bugs, and sometimes there are frogs;
Sometimes they are lions, or dinos, or dogs.
There are cute little vests and darling neckties
Dragged right through the mud – oh what a surprise!
There's running and climbing and jumping and falling
And laughing and crying and hugging and brawling
And rolling and losing and finding and creeping
And whining and stealing and sometimes there's sleeping.
There's tantrums and time outs and extra loud noise –
There's love in my house shaped like four little boys....
and one BIG one. (smiles)
Author: Erin Jo Kilmer