Our Family

The End of the Season

2009-10-21T19:02:00.001-07:00

So Jordan's first "school" football season has come to an end. Even though he goes to the charter school, he played for the Diamondbacks of Sage Valley. He is number 51 and did a great job for the year, starting every game.

He played a number of positions, including the kicker, center, defensive line and offensive line. This is scrapbook page for this season. Now on to wrestling!

Halloween Comes Early

2009-10-16T21:54:00.000-07:00

Every year we go to a Halloween Party at our friends, Joel & Alli. It's such a blast! Jim and I love coming up with costumes that will entertain and slightly appall those in attendance. This year was no exception. We went as Octomom and the Dr. who performed her procedure. Jim carried an advertisement for his clinic listing acceptable payment methods, such as food stamps and welfare checks. It also listed the criteria for a procedure at his clinic as "willing to turn your uterus into a clown car (stuff as many inside as you can)." I only dropped a couple babies all night, which I though was pretty good for any octomom.

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International Talk Like A Pirate Day

2009-10-13T19:51:00.000-07:00

Here's a little known fact...

September 19, is International Talk Like A Pirate Day and it also happened to be the day that my youngest brother Spencer go married. They chose "period" costumes and both looked amazing! Instead of using flower petals my niece passed out chocolate "gold" coins, to those who were willing to talk like a pirate.

They had a professional hair braider come in and braid the hair of the bridesmaids the participants. She did an awesome job.

So here are a couple of scrapbook pages I did for them. They are a beautiful couple!

Per Your Request....

2009-10-11T19:27:00.001-07:00

One of many catch up posts...

We had a very busy September over the next few days I'm going to post the updates.

Does Anyone Know What Day It Is?

2009-09-01T15:11:00.000-07:00

Tuesday....

Ella already told me that. Tomorrow is the day she gets to go to McDonalds with her classmates. Tomorrow is Jordan's first football game. But what about today?

Today is Jim's Birthday. If you ask him what today is, he'll gladly tell you.

Tuesday....

Here is a collage of my favorite pictures of Jim from the year. You know that split second when your camera is flashing, but the picture hasn't been taken yet? That's Jim's favorite time to jump into pictures. So this is my favorite out takes of him on all those special occassions where the picture includes the photot "buttinski" as he is lovingly known.

Happy Birthday, Jim! We love you!

A High Five is in Order...

2009-08-24T18:25:00.001-07:00

Our construction project was finished quite a while ago. We were gone on vacation and the majority of it was finished. When we came home all that was left was some finish electrical and carpentry. I have to say that I can't imagine how we ever lived without all this room! It's so nice to have a place where the entire family can sit and watch a movie and not be on top of each other. Here is a picture of our favorite part - the amazing fireplace. High Five - it's all through!

Also Ella started kindergarten at Thomas Jefferson Charter School. This is a picture of her on her first day.

Of course, she is such a social butterfly that school is a great place for her. Right now she sits next to Zoe and Luke.

Jim and I dropped all the kids off the first day. It was a bittersweet moment, but we got in the car and HIGH FIVE - all of our kids actually lived to reach kindergarten, but based our current experience with our teenager we may not be able to say the same about high school! Smile!

Here were are in Yellowstone!

2009-07-07T06:12:00.001-07:00

We Have a Mantle!

2009-06-22T19:46:00.000-07:00

Day Thirty-Four

The finish carpenter started today. We are going to have bead board around the walls in the living room and a rock fireplace.

There is Jim getting the pantry ready for painting! He's become quite the handyman.

Here is the mantle. It's hard to see the detail up close, but it looks amazing!

It's Almost Finished - Addition Days Twenty-two through Thirty-three

2009-06-21T15:41:00.000-07:00

So I don't know how I managed to go that long with out updating my construction project. The month has flown by and so has the addition. This time I'll go newest to oldest....Here's where we are today

Day Thirty-three
The texture is completely finished. The ceiling has been stamped and sanded and the walls are ready for paint!

Days Twenty-eight through Thirty-two
A whole lotta mud! They taped the drywall in three different days allowing each one to dry before they could get started on the next one. What a messy bit!

Day Twenty-Seven
This was probably our busiest day of the entire project. We had a follow-up framing inspection followed by the insulation, the insulation inspection and the drywall installation. I'm happy to say that we don't have any more insepctions until we are finished. Whew!

Days Twenty-One through Twenty-seven

I'll make this quick as there aren't any pictures. HVAC inspection. Electrical installtion & electrical inspection and the walls are ready to get covered. Framing inspection...They found a few minor hand ups with the framing inspection so we need to get those fixed and get on with the project. The roofing is complete!

Addition - Days Sixteen through Twenty-One

2009-06-09T15:38:00.000-07:00

Day Sixteen - We have walls
Man those framers are fast! From concrete to walls in just a few hours. It's amazing to see the rooms take shape after seeing the concrete looking so drab.

Brenden takes the opportunity to put some wood in the fire pit

Days Seventeen & Eighteen

They finished the walls and the roof is on. The windows are in. The kids set up their tent and attempted to sleep in the addition on Saturday night. When the thunder started shaking our house we decided it was time to bring them in. Nonetheless on Sunday they slept out there and had a great time.

Jim has become quite the handy man through it all...

Day Nineteen

Sunday - peace and quiet~

Day Twenty

HVAC gets finished and the fireplace is installed

Day Twenty-One
In just three weeks...

The kitchen is now opened up to the addition. They did an awesome job on the arch. It flows along nicely with the rest of the openings in the house. The large opening is not a window, but where the bar will eventually be. The electrician comes tomorrow and we should be ready to sheet rock by the weekend!

Now Where Was I?

2009-05-28T18:00:00.001-07:00

DAY TEN
Ahhh yes...the back fill is complete! We no longer have a trench surrounding our house. Everything is no ready for the concrete to be poured and then on to the framing! I love how it went from a giant pile of dirt to a lovely smooth sandy surface...

DAY ELEVEN & TWELVE

Saturday and Sunday went by without a hitch, mainly because there was no work scheduled. We did, however, get a couple of really nice racks from Joe's Sports as they were going out of business. We have installed one in our garage already and are planning to install another. They are very sturdy and we hope they will help our garage stay a bit more organized!

DAY THIRTEEN

Hooray, June has arrived and so did the cement truck. But instead of pouring cement, he ended up taking it to another job. It was at this point, sadly, that we realized that the existing slab is going to have to go. It had too much slant to meet the footer surrounding it. Again, Jim gets to be the fill-in- guy and break up another 300+ sq. feet of concrete to keep the job going. Luckily the excavator pitched in and they got it done quickly. At first it felt like a major set back, but in reality, it only put us off one day. We also had the siding removed so it looks like some serious progress is being made.

DAY FOURTEEN

Two weeks has flown by and wouldn't you know that it rained today. They poured about 70% of the concrete and will finish it tomorrow.

Got to keep the air conditioning working somehow!

Can't go outside today...

DAY FIFTEEN

All the concrete and the flat work it done! It looks amazing, especially the fire pit. We would have loved to leave our hand prints, but alas, all the kids were at school. Our name will be our mark!

Framing starts tomorrow (Thursday) and I forgot to mention that they don't make our color of siding...so now we have to decide how to monetarily deal with that...Sigh....I just keep telling myself that it will all be worth it!

Addition - Days Two through Nine

2009-05-28T18:00:00.000-07:00

DAY TWO:
No pictures - although I should have taken some of my great husband being a stone cutter. Because of all the issues yesterday we had to cut additional concrete away and because of the additional expense that would be incurred Jim decided to take on the project himself. He did an amazing job of getting it ready for the next guy to take over!

DAY THREE:
No action at all....Sigh

DAY FOUR:
The back hoe comes and we have a trench. It's just like a war zone. The kids thought it was great to play World War One in the trenches with the air soft guns. It was really quite amazing to watch the back hoe in action. It's like an extension of his arm when he moves. It's such a huge machine, but Juan operated it like it was not big deal. He could get right up next to the concrete and not touch it at all. It was interesting to see how much effort went in to cutting the concrete and how little effort the back hoe used in destroying it.

DAY FIVE:

Sunday. A day of rest, but such a mess!

DAY SIX, SEVEN & EIGHT:

Labor day, but the foundation contractor was there bright and early ready to work. He poured the footers, which put a damper on the "war" reenactment, but we moving along. Tuesday we finally had our first inspection and we could then start building the stem walls. Wednesday the stem walls cured. We're back on schedule...

DAY NINE:

Here we go again....

Foundation contractor here

Insulation contractor MIA

Inspector comes, but the insulation isn't ready so we missed the next inspection. Our foundation contractor really pulled through for us and found someone to do the insulation so that the back fill can start and we can pour the flat work. We called the inspector and he said it was OK to continue with the back fill, but he would still have to come back Friday to inspect.

The excavator comes, but doesn't think he can back back fill, so he starts to prep the side for the patio. A day late and dollar short. The story of our project!

The Excavator is supposed to be here bright and early Friday morning to start the back fill and finish the prep for the flat work. Hopefully we'll recoup some time tomorrow!

Stay tuned....

Addition - Day One

2009-05-21T20:13:00.000-07:00

We have been going back and forth about adding on to our house for about a year now. We just haven't felt right about moving to our land, but as our kids get bigger it seems as though our house gets smaller! We finally decided to take the leap and add another 600 sq. ft. to the back side of our house.

Simple, enough, right? We aren't adding any plumbing and it's basically a couple of big squares...it looks so easy. Everyone keeps telling me not to get my hopes up that nothing we be on schedule and that it will take twice as long as I expect. I hope that's not the case, but I'm going to chronicle this jouney on our blog as we add this extra space.

I hope that all goes as scheduled. Our end date was scheduled to be June 29.

Alas, here goes day one....
Excavator...here on time and ready to go
Foundation...here on time and ready to go
Framer...here on time and ready to go
Sprinklers...here on time ready to go

Sounds like a good start. The first inspection is scheduled for this afternoon. The excavator is supposed to have the holes dug for the footers, the sprinkler guy is supposed to move the lines for the excavator, the framer is putting up braces to support the exitsting patio trusses and the foundation guy is supposed to put in the footers.

Foundation starts to cut the concrete, as we are using the existing slabs and adding footer to it. Jim and Greg downed the tree last night so that it all taken care of and Jim and the boys removed the basketball hoop. Excavator pulls the tree stump and framer braces the trusses....

Wait! Problem with the foundation. There are cracks under part of the patio. We won't be able to get enough concrete removed so the excavator can dig around. Excavator has to leave to another job, so we can't get the hole dug and of course, it's going to cost a bunch more to remove more concrete. We called the inspector to tell him not to come, but it's too late, he's already here.

He give us some insights on how to proceed.

Foundation contractor gone...
Excavator gone...
Framer gone...(although his work got done!)
Sprinkler contractor gone....

Leaving Jim to cut two feet of concrete of the perimiter of the patio for it all to work. He's going to be sore tomorrow.

Hopefully day two will be better...

Our Television Debut...

2009-05-19T20:11:00.000-07:00

We were so blessed to have Maggie O'Mara from KTVB come to our office and do a story about how we let the kids come to work with us. Last Wednesday she spent a couple of hours at the office getting ready for the story. It couldn't have been better! Then they went and saw Krista at the hospital to tie the story together. I have to say, I was very pleased with the end results.

Maggie is an amazing woman. She was so very genuinely friendly. She fit right in with our office. The camera guy, Tony, was great too. He really got some great shots of the kids and made us all feel very comfortable on camera.

If you haven't had the chance to see the story you can check it out here.

Our Office On KTVB!

Talent Show

2009-05-16T08:24:00.000-07:00

Preston performing "Fandango"

Brenden performing "Christopher Columbus"

Pinewood Derby

2009-04-23T22:18:00.000-07:00

We've been doing the pinewood derby for a long time now. It's been more than 5 years and a lot of cars. Jim has done his research, weighed and re-weighed, tested for aerodynamic shapes and you would have thought we would have it down, but this year he and Brenden just made a darn cool car. It is a hammer head shark with googlie eyes and all and guess what....it was fast! Brenden came in second place, but just by a few miliseconds.

It was a great day for a dad and his son!

Brenden, Bryce and Brady on the winners stand

Brady and Brenden pal around before the derby begins

The hammer head takes his place in the race

Brenden showcases his car with pride!

Rough skin and all. It's a very cool car!

Brenden's car speeds down the track

Brenden Wins AGAIN!

IT'S TIME TO CATCH UP.....

2009-04-21T21:05:00.000-07:00

Finally tax season is over and I can have a few moments to update my blog. So here's what has happened while I was away

Spring Break in McCall
We don't usually get to leave during tax season, but it was a much needed break for our entire family. We got to relax, play in the pool and who'd a thought...play in the snow! Saturday morning we woke up to a fresh six inches which made for a great morning on the four-wheelers.

Family Four-Wheeling Fun!

Jordan Fresh Off the Track

Brenden & Ella playing in up

Preston chillaxin' in the snow

Conference in Utah
My amazing husband took all the kids to Utah over conference weekend. It was a great time for me to make that final push during tax season and a great time for the kids to get to spend with their dad. Jim, Preston, and Jordan attended a session on Saturday and the Priesthood session that night. They look so handsome!

Preston in front of the Salt Lake Temple

Preston, Jim and Jordan

The boys in the Conference Center

Easter Fun
We did something different and fun this year for Easter. Usually on the last Saturday before the end of tax season we take our staff out for breakfast. This year, becuase it was the day before Easter, we decided to have an afternoon BBQ and Easter Egg hunt for the kids.

Sunday we had a great Easter reflecting on the Ressurection and Atonement of our Savior...Here are my sweet kids in their Sunday best

Some things just need a post of their own, so I'll be back with some more posts of our recent events. It's good to be back!

MEET WILLY

2009-03-15T11:52:00.001-07:00

After the loss of our little Spike earlier this year, we decided that we would wait until after tax season to get another puppy. As you can see, that didn't happen. Last week we went to start our search for a new addition to our family. The breeder had been so great to work with before that that's where we started. Willy happened to be the last puppy available. We asked if we could wait until April 16 to pick him up, but she just couldn't keep him for another month. Alas, we have a new addition to our home and office.

MEET WEE WILLY

It's kind of hard to tell how very tiny he is. He is about 3 lbs and about 6 inches tall. He is a Jack Russell Terrier and was the wee one of his litter. We have to be carefuly becuase he easily gets underfoot. Jim has really taken to him.

He has learned to climb up the stairs, but not down.

Of course, all the kids adore him!

He used Preston as a ladder to get to the couch. He's very clever.

BIRTHDAY GIRL!

2009-02-25T18:20:00.000-08:00

Isn't she the most beautiful five year old litte girl!

This is the dress that Grandma Nancy gave her.

She got it a day early so she could wear it to church.

Ella opens her presents...

And her cards....

And blows out the candles...

Before the action begins

It's hard to believe that five years ago we added this lovely little lady to our family.

We are so grateful for her special spirit in our home!

Baptism & Scouts

2009-02-10T08:28:00.000-08:00

Another Birthday has come...It's crazy, but I didn't actually get any pictures of Brenden having cake or opening his presents. It seems like those things took a back burner to his baptism and his entering scouts.

Even though his birthday was on Thrusday, Sister Thomas invited Brenden to scouts on Wednesday. He was so excited - and looks so great in his uniform.

Dad & Brenden both look so handsome right before his baptism!

Dad's side of the family. We were so lucky to have so many wonderful people come and support Brenden! Grandpa Rowley gave an awesome talk about the Holy Ghost

Mom's side of the family. Grandma & Papa came from California for this special event. Uncle David and Aunt Emily came, too. We hope they felt the spirit of this ordinance.

Our family -

Mom & Brenden - He is a momma's boy!

Three generations

We know that Brenden will continue to make good choices in his life and as he gets the Holy Ghost that he will be guided in righteousness. We love him so much!

THE PARENTS OF A TEENAGER....

2009-02-08T15:16:00.000-08:00

Jordan celebrated his birthday and now we are officially the parents of a teenager! While there was no boogery theme like Preston's birthday, it was fun nonetheless. Jordan, as most boys his age, wanted to some new clothes.

It was the first time in 13 years that we didn't buy a toy for his birthday...sigh.

Boring....clothes, clothes, & more clothes

He did get a very funny card from his brothers and sister about the top 10 reasons they loved having him as a brother. The three favorites were:

1. You'd make an ugly sister

2. You make it easy for Mom & Dad to love me most &

3. I always feel so smart around you.

He was a good sport about it.

Lots & Lots of Candles

Now you see the flames - Now you don't!

He is truly an awesome young man! We are so blessed to have him as part of our family and as a big brother to his brothers and sister. Welcome to the hardest years of your life!

Arrow of Light

2009-01-29T19:09:00.001-08:00

Preston earns his advancement!

Look at all those AWARDS!

We are a family of scouts!

Jeff ties on Preston's scarf.

Dad & PJ in their uniforms!

Tonight Preston received his Arrow of Light as he progressed from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts.

We are so proud of him and his achievements. Great job, PJ!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRESTON

2009-01-19T06:05:00.001-08:00

We took the opportunity to tease Preston a bit with the theme for the night.

BOOGERS.

He had booger cards and a booger picking family.
Sorry, no booger cake.....

Our birthday bashes continue. We have 5 birthdays in 5 weeks time at our house. We started with mine and last night we celebrated Preston's birthday. Uncle David, Aunt Emily, Khate, Kaiser & Hiram came over for his birthday dinner and the best part....CAKE

Khate & Jordan

Emily, Hiram, Kaiser & PJ

Uncle David & Jim

Ice Cream Eating! Cute Brothers!

Khate & Ella

Becuause of the delayed flash, Dad manages to sneak into a couple of photos. Good job, Dad!

Present Time!
It was a fun party for all!

Brenden Gets His Glasses

2009-01-16T08:22:00.000-08:00

Do you remember when it was nerdy to have glasses? I would have died from embarrassment if I had glasses when I was kid. No way was I going to be called four-eyes, point dexter, braniac and so on, but today it's pretty cool to have glasses. Brenden has been anxiously awaiting the arrival of his glasses. He picked some that look almost like Prestons and finally last night they came in and we were able to pick them up. He could hardly wait.

Doesn't he look cute???

Is There A Cure???

2009-01-11T19:23:00.001-08:00

Here is my self-portrait on my 37th Birthday. Is there some kind of cure for this getting older thing? I feel about 25, but geez, the sledding accident at Christmas time, made me realize that I'm not as young as I used to be! Alas, life is good...

I got to play my favorite game on my birthday...Scrabble.
Some words may not look completely right, but that's what happens when you play with a seven year old.

I got to eat my favorite cake which is Strawberry. I have to say that this was probably the best strawberry cake that I have ever had. Just warm enough to melt the ice cream, but not so hot that the frosting melted. Yummy....

I got to share with my favorite people. They sing the sweetest birthday song. Little hands helping take the candles from the cake.

I wanted to put a picture of my favorite hubby on - whom I love and adore, but he is feeling under the weather and didn't want to have his sickly face posted...It's still handsome to me!

Life Scout

2009-01-08T18:41:00.001-08:00

Mom get's pinned.

Jordan & Jeff

Troop 433 - Mark, Jared, Jordan, Tanner, Caden & Jeff.

Proud Mama

On Sunday, Jordan received his Life Scout Award. This is just one step before his Eagle Scout. He has been working so hard and pulled off his final award for this level at the very last minute. The scout leader, Jeff, was sure to thank the parents for pushing the kids, but Jordan did it on his own! We're so proud of him!

Our Favorite Puppy

2009-01-02T21:39:00.000-08:00

Here are some pictures taken of Spike over the past year. We certainly love our little puppy.

Unfortunately, tonight, he was hit by a car and killed. We will miss our favorite puppy.

Sledding...See for Yourself!

2009-01-01T14:30:00.001-08:00

99 Things

2009-01-01T00:01:00.000-08:00

I loved this...it came from Krista's blog
*Copy and paste this post into your blog. Then highlight the things that you have done and de-highlight the things that you haven't.

1. Started your own blog
2. Slept under the stars
3. Played in a band
4. Visited Hawaii
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity
7. Been to Disneyland
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a praying mantis
10. Sang a solo
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
14. Taught yourself an art from scratch
15. Adopted a child
16. Had food poisoning
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown your own vegetables
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. Slept on an overnight train (Jim only)
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Hitch hiked (Jim only)
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Run a Marathon
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset
31. Hit a home run
32. Been on a cruise
33. Seen Niagara Falls in person
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Seen an Amish community
36. Taught yourself a new language (Does Pig Latin Count???)
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Seen Michelangelo’s David
41. Sung karaoke
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited Africa
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight
46. Been transported in an ambulance (Jim only)
47. Had your portrait painted
48. Gone deep sea fishing
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Been in a movie
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Visited Russia
60. Served at a soup kitchen
61. Sold Girl Scout Cookies
62. Gone whale watching
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma
65. Gone sky diving
66. Visited a Nazi Concentration Camp
67. Bounced a check
68. Flown in a helicopter
69. Saved a favorite childhood toy
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial
71. Eaten Caviar
72. Pieced a quilt
73. Stood in Times Square
74. Toured the Everglades
75. Been fired from a job
76. Seen the Changing of the Guards in London
77. Broken a bone
78. Been on a speeding motorcycle
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person (Jim only)
80. Published a book
81. Visited the Vatican
82. Bought a brand new car
83. Walked in Jerusalem
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Read the entire Bible
86. Visited the White House
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. Had chickenpox
89. Saved someone’s life
90. Sat on a jury (Jim only)
91. Met someone famous
92. Joined a book club
93. Lost a loved one
94. Had a baby
95. Seen the Alamo in person
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake
97. Been involved in a law suit
98. Owned a cell phone
99. Been stung by a bee

Wow - there were only 34 that we hadn't done. That's pretty amazing, and yet, there are still things on the list that we would love to do.

More Christmas Pictures

2008-12-25T10:59:00.001-08:00

Merry Christmas

2008-12-25T07:36:00.000-08:00

PICTURES FROM CHRISTMAS MORNING :-)

Jordan on the phone with Grandma & Papa

The two foot icicle from Grandma & Grandpa Rowleys house.

Ella's Christmas Dress from Grandma & Papa

Jordan doing the "Dew". He got a ripstick which equals broken arm....sigh

Preston get's a camera/mp3 player/video camera....whew!

More pictures...

Let It Snow - Let It Snow - Let It Snow

2008-12-24T11:11:00.001-08:00

Our family loves the snow! We have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of the lovely whiteness and just in time for Christmas. These are the scrapbook pages I did of our early Christmas and sledding time with my brother Dave.

Merry Christmas!

Christmas Party

2008-12-13T19:25:00.000-08:00

Santa came to visit our Christmas party tonight. It was very fun. All the pictures turned our very cute, except Jordan's was just a bit blurry. Also we got our Christmas tree tonight. Hopefully we'll get it decorated soon!

Alfred P. Sloan Award

2008-12-07T22:17:00.000-08:00

On Friday our office had the honor of being recongnized as having a "flexible" workplace. We were one of eight honorees in the Treasure Valley. The ceremony focused on family friendly workplaces, flexible work and time off policies, and all sorts of other things that should be the "norm", but apparently are the exception.

Our entire staff attended the breakfast and it was truly amazing to look out at the crowd and see their smiling faces in support. I found myself very close to tears as I looked at the sweet faces of the people that have been entrusted to our employement. Both Jim and I recognize the exceptional staff that we employ and are trying to make a difference in their lives, too. We wish that they could sometimes know of the great sacrifices being made on their behalf, but nonetheless, it is also sometimes better that they don't know.

We had these great shirts made especially for this event and everyone looked amazing! I will add a couple of pictures as soon as I have them available.

BRONCO NATION

2008-11-28T20:06:00.001-08:00

Tonight we went to the last game of the Bronco season. Jordan went as "Darth Bronco" and Preston went as "Bat Bronco." They made these awesome masks and we made capes to complete their outfit. It was freezing cold, but we had a great night as the Broncos become the WAC champions of 2008.

The Christensens...

2008-11-26T09:17:00.001-08:00

Today I got an e-mail from Tara Christensen! It was so great to hear from her. So with that in mind, I am going to post a couple of scrapbook pages that I did when we went 4 Wheeling with their family in the summer. They are so great and we are anxiously awaiting for their time to be up so that they can move back!

Happy Thanksgiving in blog land!

The blog is up and running...

2008-11-23T14:36:00.000-08:00

We spent yesterday afternoon with Jim's cousin Scott. Our plan was to watch the Bronco game, yet somehow Heather and I got side-tracked by digital scrapbooking, blogging, and such. Kerry joined the party and while my friend Amylee had helped me set-up the blog site, I hadn't paid enough attention to make it cute. Heather and Kerry helped me cuten in up and so now I can actually post and be ok with how it looks.

At any rate, here is a cute Bronco Scrapbook page to help commemorate their win on Reno.

We are a Bronco Family!