Look who turned 1 !!!

Wyatt turned one on January 29th. I think this year has gone faster than any other year. Our family has been so blessed by this little blue-eyed boy! Wyatt is a pretty laid back kid. I don't know if it because he is the 4th child and just has to go with the flow or if it is just his demeanor. He has the cutest personality. He loves his brothers and sisters. They love him also, sometimes to much! At the age of one, he has 8 teeth, has taken a few steps on his own, can go up and down the stairs by himself, can say ma ma, da da, ja ja (jaxon), ba ba (bottle), and Hi or Hello, loves to eat oranges, can kick and throw a ball, and loves his cars. Mommy loves when Wyatt wakes up from a nap or in the morning, he for the most part is happy and gives me loves. Wyatt gives the best kisses (even if you get slobbers and boogers with them). We celebrated his birthday on Sunday. Megan, Chad, Kennedie, Pyper and Marcus came over. Russ made fajitas and then we sang to Wyatt. He then blew out his candle (with help) and then ate his special cupcake. He ate the entire cupcake.Wyatt got a bath boat, ball, and a basketball hoop ( I don't know who is more excited about that Jaxon or Wyatt?). I can't wait to see what this next year will bring for our little Wy. Love you Baby!

In the Mountains

Avery really did have fun despite this picture

Russ and Bishop Kjar in the snowcat.

The kids exhausted on the way back.

Jaxon sledding.

Brynn playing in the snow.

Russ showing Jacqueline how to shoot the gun.

The kids playing on the snow hill.

The kids in the snowcat.

We spent this past weekend in the mountains. I loved the clean air and being able to see for miles! The weather was perfect! Thanks Kjars and Petersons for the great company, food, and fun! The kids enjoyed running around the enormous cabin! They played ping-pong, played card games, went sledding (the girls cried because they had to walk back up the hill, so mom ended up carrying them), and took a ride in the snowcat. It was nice to have a change of scenery in these long winter months!

Brynn's Ballet Recital

I love how she is trying to stand on her tippy toes.

She wants point shoes so bad!

Brynn and her pink roses that "I never had before."

That is Brynn saying in her not so subtle way "I want roses."

I just didn't want to forget about Brynn's cute Ballet Recital in December.I am just so proud to watch my little Boppy dance. She loves it and is always showing me new dance moves. I think she loved getting the flowers from her daddy just as much as dancing though.

Wyatt 8x8

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Christmas 2010

Jaxon's Science Fair Project

Pinewood Derby

Brynn loved her new Wedding Dress and Barbie
Cousins playing in the snow

Brynn and Trinity's Sleepover

Trinity painting Brynn's face

New Years Eve 3ft sub sandwich Russ was so proud of.

Christmas morning

We also got to have cousins sleepover on Christmas Eve.

Kason and Kyle

Wyatt opening his presents.

The kids so thrilled to have there pictures taken in there Christmas clothes.

The kids in there footie jammies that Grammy got them.

Cousin pictures (you notice that I had to paste Kason in. He was not wanting to be apart of any of it.)

We had a great Christmas. We had my parents, my grandma Foutz, my brother Marcus, James, and Kyle, Tiffany, Trinity, and Kason were all here. My whole family was here for Christmas. It was so nice to be able to visit with them all. Thursday night we celebrated my bro. Kyle's birthday. Don't have any pictures because I accidentally deleted them off my camera. Sorry Kyle. Friday we went swimming with the kids and Kennedie at Grammy and Papa's hotel. Lost those pictures also. Not very happy with myself. Anyway, Friday night we had our program after our delicious dinner. We talked about the nativity and then watched the Nativity and then we recited "The Living Christ". Our Young Women leaders memorized this for our Y/W. It was awesome! Then kids went to bed. The kids were pretty excited when they woke up. We did make them wait until everyone was awake to open presents. Marcus and James also opened presents with us. It was fun to have them. Russ and Marcus went to McDonald for breakfast. Later, Grammy, Papa, Grandma Foutz, Kyle, Tiff and the kids came over to open presents. Christmas was very relaxing. Kyle, Tiff and the kids stayed for another couple of weeks. I took some of the kids swimming at the Rec Center, we went to the Kangaroo Zoo another day. On New Year's Eve we had Marcus,Megan, Chad and the girls over. We ate and played games. At midnight we lit a huge (Illegal) firework that Megan and Chad brought over. It was a whopping 6 degrees outside. So we made it fast.The next day Kyle brought over the house warming gift that we bought for Marcus' new place. Then Russ and Kyle moved his furniture into his apartment. Later that night we went out to Georgia and Louis' house. We celebrated the New Year and Lindsay's birthday. Sunday I taught the value lesson on Faith for Y/W's. Glad that is over with. The kids currently have and had Pink Eye and a little cold. Russ is also sick. Luckily, Brynn, Jaxon and I have not had it. Russ and I are continuing to work out at the Rec Center. My goal this year is to run a 1/2 marathon. Looks like St. George may be the next one. Can't wait. Jaxon's Science project is done. His pinewood derby is done. Joy School almost over for me. Comp. Basketball is starting up for Jaxon. Just went you think you are done, you realize you are just beginning. I love keeping busy though! Wouldn't have it any other way! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Because I have taken the time to post I will now pay for it. My children are notorious at making a mess when they know I am not paying attention to them. Avery has put hand soap in her hair, and spilled water all over my nice pillows. Brynn has taken out all of my scrapbooking supplies to make cards, rings, and necklaces. I did finally get Wyatt to sleep, so that is one less mess to clean up.
It was funny this morning the girls picked out there clothes to wear for the day. If we are not going anywhere I let them wear what they want. Luckily they picked out something that matched Avery gets her outfit on and then I look atBrynn and she has picked out the same exact outfit, but Avery had stolen the shirt she was planning on wearing. And so it begins!!!

November 2010

These picture are not in order. Too lazy to do so!

My Three Boys!

Rachels party.

Georgia and Nan preparing our Feast.

Avery on Thanksgiving day

Brynn doing her Thanksgiving Dance

After my 5K

Me in action.

Debbi and I ready to run our 5K

James testing out our Turkey for our Thanksgiving Craft.

Jaxon and Brynn on the sled.

1st snowfall in November

Avery doing her artwork.

Brynn and her artwork

Our Big Boy

Brynn with her babies.

Wyatt 9 months

What have we been up to? Well, we will start with Jaxon. Mom got to go to parent teacher conference with Jaxon. He is doing well. His teacher Mrs. Rasmussen said that he is a very good listener and helper. She has really enjoyed having him in her class. Jaxon is in SEP and Jr. Great Books and loves both of them. He is also playing basketball and is really good. Brynn is loving Joy School and is so smart. She loves to do workbooks. She is writing, sounding out and reading words. She loves to learn. Brynn will be performing in a couple of weeks for Ballet. She loves her costume and wants to wear it everyday. Avery is so cute. She says the funniest things. She loves to copy everything Brynn does. Avery loves to dress up like a ballerina and play in the bathtub with her mermaids. She is constantly trying to pick up her baby brother. She loves him so much. Wyatt is 10 months today! Wyatt is crawling everywhere, especially up the stairs. He can say Ma Ma, Da Da, and Ba Ba. He has the cutest wave! He really is a good baby. We have all had the cold around our house. It has lasted forever. I think we are over it for now.

Thanksgiving was spent at Russell's Aunt Georgia's and Uncle Lewis' house in Bluffdale. We had a great time with his family. Marcus and James stayed with us over the weekend. The boys all went to Harry Potter on Saturday. Thank you Marcus for watching the kids Friday night so Russ and I could go to the gym. We also went back out to the Chadwicks on Saturday for Rachels birthday. It was fun celebrating with her. We got a lot of snow of Sunday. This is the just the beginning.

Oh, and I can't forget that I ran my first 5K on Thanksgiving morning. Me and my friend Debbi have been training for about a month now. Our goal is to run the St. George 1/2 Marathon in the Spring. It really has been fun!

Happy 14th Anniversary Russ!!

Happy 14th Anniversary Russ! I trully am grateful for my husband. There are many times when it has not been easy, but it has been worth it! I can say that Russ and I both have come a long way and still have a long way to go. He has taught me to not take life to seriously. Russ has also taught me Love and Patience. I love that Russ loves his children. Russ works hard at providing for his family and wants the best for all of us! His goal is to make sure that his family is happy. I also love Russ for working on our marriage daily. He is always trying to find ways to make my life easier! I love everyday we have been married (even if they weren't the easiest days)! I am excited for what is to come in the next 14 years! Love you Hun!