Viva Las Vegas

We went to Vegas in honor of our upcoming ten year anniversary. We ate a ton of food, took in a show, walked everywhere, and jason even played in a poker tournament. He was stoked to kick some trash with his poker skillz. It was so fun to just be together and remember why we decided to spend the rest of forever together. Here's to us!

The Ghost of Halloween Past

Here are my belated pics of Halloween. I had the cutest little shark, a super freaky jester, a silly geeky nerd, and a candylicious Halloween. This year will be hard to beat.

A Day At The Lake

I thought I would post pictures of our day at the lake. Thanks to our dear friends for inviting us to chill with them and spend the day waterskiing and beachin' it. It was a blast to take in a little bit of Arizona love. It is easy to forget how many great things there are to do just minutes from our house.

Uh-Oh!

Look what Cruz did. He crumbled up a donut all over the tv stand and the floor. He was happy to show the camera what happened. Toddlers = Crazy messes.

Slade's Birthday Party

Here are a few shots from Slade's Birthday Party! There was pizza, games, tons of friends, and lots and lots of presents. Slade is one lucky kid to have so many people who think he is the shiz, including his Mother. Thanks again Chelsea for making the amazing cake.

Happy 6th Birthday Slade!

Today my boy is 6 years old. He is crazy, wild, super sweet, a cuddle machine and a sugar lover just like his Mother.

Notice how the doughnut and his finger are making a 6.

He really loves Legos and I really love him. Happy Birthday Sladey Pants!

NKOTB I Love You

My fab sisters and I enjoyed the sexy and super talented music of the New Kids. They have a mysterious way about them that turns these washed out wierdos into the most heavenly creatures you have ever seen. Not to mention that I got to grab a hold of each new kids hand as they walked past me. I am claiming Jordan. My fan status is stronger then ever and plan on hanging some posters above my side of the bed and adorning my purse with NKOTB buttons. God bless.

The King of Chess

Blue, "The King of Chess" and his royal assistant Xander performed at the ward talent show. Blue showed everyone how to win chess in 3 moves. Notice the matching blazers, all their idea.

Blue's Baptism

Our special eight year old.

The proud parents and child.

Jason and Blue in the classic jumpsuits. Cruz was not happy.


We had Blue's Baptism on Sunday after church. It will top the list of special moments in my life. I am so proud of Blue for making this choice. Blue felt very strongly about the whole experience. He was very happy and later told me that it took everything he could to keep from crying during the confirmation. I asked him why and he said that he could tell a big difference in his life when he recieved the gift of the Holy Ghost. He is a very special boy to our family. When we got in the car afterwards, Slade got this really serious look on his face and said, alright, only two more years for me to prepare for my baptism!

My Birthday Boy

Well, today is the big day. Blue is Eight! We had a fun birthday party at the ice skaing rink. I am having a little trouble with the ol' computer so this picture will have to do until I can post more of the big day. I love my Blue Boy. He is a pleasure to have in this family. I am excited to see what life holds for my special little brainiac.

More Brotherly Love

A typical moment at our house.

All Wiped Out

All the boys were crammed into Jason's car and fell asleep on the way home. I just thought it was crazy how they all crashed the exact same way. I love my crazy boys.

This Crazy Kid is Mine

I went into check on Slade in the shower and found him with this bowl on his head making funny faces into the reflection of the faucet. I came back with the camera and he was happy to perform. This kid is nuts, just like me.

Balloons for Nie

We joined a big group of people at the temple to send off well wishes and hope. It was a neat experience to be part of. In our very small way, helping her family know that people everywhere are hoping and praying for all good and beautiful things.

Get well!

First Day of School

Well, it's back to the daily grind around here.

The boys were a bit worried about Cruz being sad without them.

Here Blue is posing with his new teacher.

Slade was super excited about his new class, and that he already knew about half the class from church and his pre-K class last year.

As Brooke put it best, I am having a little bit of whaa whaa and a bit more whoo hoo!