Starting a new School Year!

Hey,

Starting a new year of school! It is kind of cool that teachers get to do that every year of their life (well, until they retire). I am taking a class on blogging and am setting up a blog for my science class and I thought what a shame that I havent' blogged in over a year!

Brooklyn's Birthday Weekend!

Brooklyn had her 4th birthday party a couple of weeks ago and I am just now getting around to posting some of the pics! We had so much fun brooklyn! Thanks for inviting us!

It was a cheerleading party!

At Brooklyn's request, Perry was able to find his football jersey and actually wear it to the event!

Valentines day - holiday or hallmark day?

I know that valentine's day is way too commercial, but I still like it. Even though I am not the best at giving gifts. I think the thing that I like about valentines, is that I don't have any expectations.....so I love anything that I get! It's a great surprise! The down side to that is that my 'valentines' don't get too many great gifts! In fact, I consider it a huge accomplishment if I send out any cards or gifts or get Perry anything. Usually I just cook dinner and Perry will get me a card and some flowers. I do realize that Perry gets the shaft in this arrangment, but what can I say? I still love him though and since I would be spending money, it is probably a good gift to him for me just to stay out of that store!

These are some of my valentine surprises I received this valentine's day!

HAPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY BROOKLYN!

I cannot believe that our sweet, beautiful Brooklyn is 4 years old today. Next thing you know she will be 14 and then 24. I can't take it!
Brooklyn is the sweetest granddaughter anyone could have. One of my favorite things about Brooklyn is that she is so loving. When she comes to stay with us she sleeps with us...Grammie and Pops. Recently, they had been here for Yamboree and it was the night before they were to go home the next day. Brooklyn: "Why don't you come home with us Grammie?"
Grammie: "I have to work and and take care of Pops and Buddy."
Brooklyn: "I wish you were our girl Grammie."

First of all it was really nice to be called "girl" and secondly, it is nice to be loved so unconditionally!

We love you Brooklyn! Have a very, very, happy birthday! See you this weekend!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HEATH!

Last night Perry and I were driving home. It was about 8:30 and we started talking about what we were doing 26 years ago. Perry had been baptized about 2 weeks previously and was working hard to feed our little family. Britni was about 20 months and was just adorable with her dark, long hair. I was waiting for a baby that was a week late. We had a truck at the time that Perry decided needed some work done on it. He had been working on that when I came out and told him that he better put all the parts back on the truck because it was starting to feel like the baby was coming. He did that and then came in and started taking a shower. My contractions started coming alot harder and closer together. I went in the bathroom and told Perry, "You might want to hurry" and he throws back the curtain with soap all over him and dries off, jumps out of the shower and we head to Mamaw and Granddaddys to drop off Britni. Since we were not too sure of the reliability of the truck, Terry decided he would follow us to the hospital. Perry drove faster than I've ever seen him drive with flashers and all! It was a good thing because less than a couple of hours later, Heath came barreling into the world! I've thought about this at times and it was so typical of Heath. He gives every decision alot of thought and worry but when he makes up his mind to do something you can get on board or get out of the way! We love you Heath and hope you have an awesome birthday!

CHRISTMAS WITH THE FAMILY!

There really can't be anything better than Christmas with your family. It IS the most wonderful time of the year! We had a fantastic time with all of our children at home. I know it is really difficult for them to make the trip and I am so thankful they were able to be here. Thanks you guys! Love you!

I got a camera from Perry and the kids and I am loving it!

Here are some of the pics:

Brooklyn and baby alive. She really wets her diaper! yeah!

Heath and Liz being really good sports at 7am!

Noah playing with his new toys!

Noah doesn't mind sharing his toys with Jack.

Time to move on...

Perry got all the Bourne DVD's! Thanks Heath and Liz!

Joel and Britni at our first Christmas stop, Nanna and Paw's! Nanna makes the best homemade cinnamon rolls you can imagine every Christmas morning.

Are Noah and dad already getting a little sleepy???....miles to go before we sleep Nick!

As a matter of fact, I'm gettng a little sleepy too.  Time or a nap.  I will post more latter.

YAMBOREE! and anniversary of blog!

It's Yamborre time again! Since my first blog was right before last year's yamboree, we will call this my one year anniversary blog. I am not the most consistent blogger but I really enjoy it. I just NEED a camera!!!

Alot of great stuff has happened since last year. Heath graduated and started his first job in his "chosen" profession. He and Liz have the cutest apartment. We are so proud of them. Our beautiful grandson Noah was born! Stephani and Nick bought and moved into their first home. Joel and Britni's family has grown and become so much fun. And I finally defended my thesis!

I can't wait to see family and friends! and to have a few days off of work. see you at the yamboree!!

Shenandoah Costume GIVEAWAY !!!!!!!

Shenandoah Costume GIVEAWAY !!!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NICK!

Nick joined our family a little over two years ago. I'm sure it has been quite an adjustment for him. I don't think he is really that used to people voicing every thought that goes through their head. He has been a great sport and now we couldn't imagine our family without him in it.

Here are a few of the things that we love about Nick!

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  He doesn't get stressed out when his mother-in-law gets stressed out.


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  He loves the "great outdoors" even if he can't keep steph from petting ground squirrels


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  pretty good at building gingerbread houses and great at building rediculously large real houses!


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  He moved to Texas!


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  pays stephani's bills now!


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  recommends good books to read


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  he loves his neices and nephews


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  he is an awesome father to our perfect grandson, Noah!


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Britni's children's boutique

Britni has started a children's boutique online business. There are some really cute things, so go visit it when you get the chance! It is camberlyn.com

Red Riding Hood Jacket GIVEAWAY !!!!!!!

Red Riding Hood Jacket GIVEAWAY !!!!!!!

Dollhouse Frock GIVEAWAY !!!!!!!

Dollhouse Frock GIVEAWAY !!!!!!!

THE WITCH IS DEAD!

Finally, I finished my thesis writing and defense and I am essentially graduated. I have a few grammatical changes and have to pay my tuition for the fall semester...i hope I don't forget that. Steph and baby Noah were able to come up and it was so awesome to get to visit with them.

Why is it that when you are under pressure you can't think of things that you know? One of my committe members asked me what polarized light is. I taught this in my IPC classes last year. I lived through the invention of "polarized sun glasses". Do you think I could think of it when she asked. Of course not.

Oh well, I finished. I will not go down as the most brilliant graduate, but possibly the most persistent. At least I'm good at something.

Poor use of the english language!

I realized this morning when I looked at my blog, that last night, I actually wrote...."mom made these pictures." I say it all the time but since it's been pointed out to me, I try not to put it in print. I do realize that my mother did not "make" these pictures and she did in fact "take" these pictures. What can I say? It's all in your "raising". I noticed on our vacation together that my mother says the same thing. I'm going to blame that one on her. :)

What's more beautiful than a baby in white?

Just a few more pics of Noah's blessing. Mom made these.

Proud dad with Noah! Look how cute Heath and Liz are!

Thanks Sondra and Cason for coming! Isn't Cason about the cutest thing you've ever seen?
I don't think there is anyone that loves little babies more than Nana! Steph looks pretty darn good I think for a brand new mommy!

SUMMER CANNOT BE OVER!!!

Ok, so I know I get more vacation than most people, but I still can't believe how fast summer goes by. One GREAT thing....I turned in my thesis....now all I have to do is present it and defend. I say that like it is going to be an easy thing and it definately will not be. That is the way I am going to think of it "in my mind". :)

I got to go on a road trip with my parents and my neice and nephew. We had a great time. We got to see Heath and Liz and spent a little time at my dad's old stomping grounds. It was one of the prettiest places. It was the middle of July and when you stepped out of the car it smelled like a flower shop. Awesome!

We camped at wolf creek. Who knew that me and mom and rex could put a tent up by ourselves?

It got pretty warm during the day but there were still spots of snow!

Heath and Liz were able to come out and spend Saturday with us! We went for a hike and played a really fun game...Kuub...wrong spelling...still a fun game.

This is heart lake....not too hard to figure out why.

Then, we spent a couple of days with Heath and Liz. Liz was our tour guide...much thanks Liz! If you are ever in Salt Lake, you have to eat at Crown Burger! Yummy!

Heath and Liz's place:

Did I mention that I cannot believe summer is over!

Memories

Here is a fun little game... Leave a comment on my blog of a memory that you and I have had together. It doesn't matter if you've known me for a short time, or a long time, anything you remember! Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty funny to see the responses. If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you. On your mark...get set...blog your memories!!

Baby Noah's Blessing Day!

Also on the 4th of July weekend, out beautiful grandson was blessed! It was extra special because Heath and Liz were able to be here! It feels so good to have everyone under one roof occasionally.

Heath has a serious problem with keeping his eyes open for pictures. On the brighter side, at least he doesn't cover his face up when you try to take a picture anymore. Aren't they all beautiful?

Do you think Perry and I are looking old? It's tough to get old, but surprisingly there are alot of cool things too! like this gorgeous little baby!!!

We are so proud of our awesome kids! We have so much fun together! I just hate it that our time together goes by so fast. Thanks you guys for being so great to your parents! (Notice.......Heath's eyes-we are really going to have to work on this) Can't wait till Christmas!

Baby Noah