We love SUMMER!!!!!

So, when Russ got back from "Man Camp" our friends invited us up to there cabin in Island Park. It was very relaxing. The kids would play on the dock and throw rocks into the river, play video games, and we even kayacked down the river. Russ fished. I tried to get rid of my farmer tan. No luck. One day we took the kids to Yellowstone. We did have to cut the trip a bit short because Russ had to get back to speak in church on Sunday. By the way he was very nervous but did a wonderful job! Here are a few pictures. When we got back me and my sister-in-law Megan took the kids to the pool. I of course fried myself. What's new! It was well worth it. Today I had a swim party at my house. The kids had a great time!

We made it through.....

So Russ left us for a week. He went to "Man Camp". It really was a Stake encampment for the Teachers and Priests. So I was all alone for a week with the kids. It really did go by pretty fast considering all that I went through. I know that I keep posting about our almost two year old Brynn. But that's just it, two year olds run the household. I will just tell you a portion of what went on this week and believe me I could go on and on. You all have been there so I won't make you feel to bad for me. So we started out the week with killing a day at the Dinosaur Park. Brynn fell right when we got there and cut up her hands. So needless to say she looked like a bloody mess. Oh well, the kids still had fun. Tuesday we all went to Roberts Crafts and as I am checking out the cashier asks if I wanted that and was pointing to what Brynn had in her hands. I go to look at her and she had opened a bottle of paint that she must of snatched off the shelf when I wasn't looking and smeared the paint all over her face, hands, and clothes. Needless to say, I bought the paint. I then had to go over to Target grocery shopping. I didn't have any wet wipes so as I am walking into Target everyone is looking at Brynn and thinking "oh, you poor mom". Jaxon just kept saying, "Mom your going to ground her or put her in time out, right?" I still haven't figured out how to punish a two year old. Any ideas? Well, the week went on with her pooping on the floor. Brynn taking off at the Discovery Center and a women holding her and asking around who's child this is. I wanted to run the other direction but, I claimed her. The lady was irritated and told me that Brynn was headed onto the elevator to go up to the next level. I guess this lady had perfect children. I was watching Opera one day and she had a bald, black man with a goatee as a guest. Brynn looks at the TV and yells "Dave, that's Dave". Dave is Russ' good friend. He is bald and has a goatee. But he isn't Black. Jaxon and I got a kick out of that. She thought for sure that was Dave. It was really cute. Well, I am sure glad that our Bishop gave Russ and I a blessing before Russ left. I know that I would have been a wreck when he got home. I just laughed everything off and sure wish that I had a camera with me at Roberts. Wow, that's all I have to say. Jaxon was a huge help. I am sure going to miss having him around when he goes back to school. Avery was very good also. I am blessed to have such entertaining, loving children. My life would be dull without them!

Our Brynnie Bop Bop

I just wanted to write down some of the cute sayings our Brynn is saying right now. I know that I will forget and regret not writing them down, so here I go. "It's mine","Try it","Hello my name is caca","No Ja Ja it's Mine","Afrey","Thanks","Sorry","I'm OK","Where's my Binks","Im Hungry","I want to go on a walk", "Kaela's house","poo (Pool)","Heart

jammies have a hole","Silkies". I know that there will be more sayings to come. I will have to post more later as she picks up words that she not suppose to. I love Brynn so much. She has brought me so much happiness. She is fiesty, sensitive, demanding, loving, smart and I love every bit of her!

Our July so far...

We have been busy already with our month of July! Avery had her 4 month visit at Primarys and with her regular doctor. Everything seems to be looking up with her heart. The doctor at Primarys said that it should close up soon. The holes are sounding smaller. Avery weighs almost 17lbs.. She is in the 97%. Shes a chunk. I love her rolls! She now can start on solids. I fed her some rice cereal. I don't know if she loves it yet or not. Jaxon went to Day Camp for Scouts. Brynn has had some kind of flu. Marcus and Jill had a BBQ on the 3rd of July. The kids were a part of the childrens Centerville parade on the 3rd. On the 4th we went out to Aunt Georgia's house for a BBQ and fireworks. Georgia made homemade ice cream. Jaxon's favorite! The kids had fun visiting with family. Next week should be a little bit calmer. I hope.

June

Our June has been very busy. We had lots of family come and visit. Two babies were born this month (Kason and Pyper). We love keeping busy. Our bishop let us borrow his cabin. Russell's family came up to the cabin with us. Russ' sisters from Chicago and Idaho came to visit. Avery and Ali are about the same age and it was fun to see all the cousins together. Jaxon had Archery and Tennis 3 days a week at Smoot Park. Next week he starts basketball.

MY DAD

I am a little bit behind on the Father's Day post, but I still wanted to let my dad know how much I love him! If any of you know my dad you are very lucky. He is the kindest, most generous person I know. He doesn't have a mean bone in his body! My dad is special to me because he loves me for me. I love my dad because he has the best sense of humor! He is very laid back and not much bothers him. He is so calm all the time. My dad would give to anyone that needed it or even didn't need it. My dad puts his family first. I love that he goes to his mothers house and takes care of her. He is always doing something for someone. He is a wonderful father! I couldn't of asked for a better dad! My dad is also the BEST Papa. My kids love him because he will get down on the floor and play with them. He also is interested in what they are doing. I miss having my dad live close to me. I LOVE YOU DAD. Happy Belated Father's Day !

Our Summer So Far......

Our summer has been pretty busy so far. Jaxon has Archery and Tennis 3 days a week and Piano 1 day a week. It really has not slowed down since Jaxon has been out of school. My parents came over Memorial Day and so did Russ' mom. It was sure good to spend time with family. While I had my mom here I went and got the kids pictures done. Last weekend I went on a Retreat up to our Bishop's Cabin. I was the one organizing it, which took up most of the week. It was worth all the work. I had a great time. Russ came up and cooked for all of us on Friday night. My sweet brother and sister-in-law came and watched the kids. Big Thank You! I took Avery with me. She was fussy the first night, but did well on Saturday. We then went out to a BBQ at Russ' brothers house. My sister in law is ready to have her baby girl any day now. I am excited to see her! This Wednesday Kyle and Tiffany had there baby boy. He is a month early and is still in the hospital. Congrats to them. Russ took Jaxon and Brynn up to his moms this weekend. I still have Avery, but I am going to relax and also try and get a few things done. I will try and be better at posting. Maybe when things slow down a bit! Whenever that me be. Right?