Locks of Love

Kassie has been growing out her hair for 18 months so that she could donate it to

LOCKS OF LOVE

If anyone knows Kassie this is a huge sacrifice for her... not because she loves long hair...

the opposite actually.

Kassie HATES to have her hair done.

So if you have long hair, it takes longer to style, it gets more tangly, and you pretty much always have to do something with it.

Short and sassy is more her style... after all she is our "sassy Kassie!"

Way to go Kass... not only do we love you, we are proud of your decision to do something for someone else's benefit!

Halloween

Trunk or Treat 09

We were in charge of Halloween celebrations this year for Bothwell. We decided on a lighted maze in the park. I think it turned out great and the kids seemed to like it and have fun! We also had a backdrop for pictures and then we just emailed them out to everyone. It was fairly easy with easy clean up! I love fall and the decor... I just wish winter didn't have to follow!

For Halloween this year the kids were....

Kristian was a Pirate

Kassie a Mad Hatter

Kambree a Witch

Gage was Spiderman

School Days Again

I was the first to shout.... NO!! I am not ready!

Apparently, my opinion didn't matter, and it was time to start school again.

The kids were excited... I was extremely reluctant. I would keep them home with me, if I could.

My baby girl started kindergarten.... I almost made it out of the classroom before I cried. Almost.

Big sister... showing little sister "the ropes"

Kam on her first day of Kindergarten. You can just see the excitement in her eyes!

I spent so much time taking pictures of Kambree in kindergarten (because she still needs me, right? :) That by the time I made it over to Kassie's class, school had already started. Does she look a little embarrassed by the fact her mother is standing in the doorway taking pictures?

Here we go again.... another school year under way!

4 Great Kids

My Dad took these photos in Lake Tahoe.

Four pretty amazing, fabulous, awesome, wonderful, brilliant, & uber spectacular kids! I love em'!

Kristian 13 years

Kassie 9 years

Kambree 5 years

Gage 3.5 years

I just have one question.... how is it that they all look like their Dad? I mean seriously, you think I could have got at least one out of the bunch!? sheesh!

Swimming Lessons....

... are a staple of summer.

This year was no exception.

{Only because they were scheduled and paid for BEFORE I decided to work full time. So, thanks to my good friends, Tiff & Jen, my kids still got to take their lessons, and they had to take 3 extra kids everyday.}

Kassie had something to say, apparently....

I just love this pic of Kam & Nick.... mostly because I can't wait to show it to them in 10-15 years! :)

Gage really surprised me with how much he got involved and loved it. I really thought he was going to need quite a bit of coaxing.

.... and he even braved the "big kid" slide! :)

Another year of improvements.... just keep swimming, just keep swimming!

Bothwell 24th Celebration

We had a great weekend of celebrating our pioneer heritage...

BOTHWELL STYLE!

Cory and I were recently called to serve as the ward's Services and Activities Chairmen. Which meant we were in charge of this huge event, but it was planned and assigned out carefully, and it really wasn't too much work. Everyone just does their part, and it all comes together.

After the big dinner, is the much anticipated rodeo.... and the kids had a BLAST! Above you can see Kassie on the right in the green shirt, getting ready for the kids Tug of War.

Kambree really surprised me with wanting to ride a sheep. I had asked earlier in the day, and got a resounding NO from all of the kids, so when she asked, I was surprised, but said okay. Obviously the flip flops weren't a great idea... but hey, she had fun! Landed face first in the dirt, but came up smiling, and no tears!

Kassie also participated in the kids barrel race (top, far right) and the boot race.

This is the only picture I have of Cory and I... proof that we really were there, just busy. I didn't take one photo! That is rare! Thanks Dad for being the photographer!

RSL Game

My Sister Ashley called earlier in the week and had 3 extra tickets to a Real (Ray-al) Salt Lake Soccer Game....

I got right on that opportunity and taking our little soccer girl was a "no brainer".

Kassie loved the game, and watched the whole thing, beginning to end.... never seemed to get tired of it.

Kassie and Connor

Kassie, Ashley, Kalli, and Matt.

We had a great time! Thanks Matt & Ashley for some GREAT tickets!

Gymnastics Spring Show

The girls had their Gymnastics Spring Show on June 6th.

It was held at the Bear River High Auditorium... and needless to say it was a big place, and we were not very close to get any good pics,

but Kassie and Kambree did a great job!

I have noticed improvements in them this last year, and they really enjoyed their classes. Kambree's class was a combination mini-cheer and she really liked that part of it too.

.... and they're off!

After 11 months of Braces....

.... look at that Beautiful Smile!!! YAY!

(and yes, her sister is extremely jealous!=)

Kassie's #9

Kassie turned 9 on the 9th.... and we were in St. George.

So because of that... she went without the ususal balloons and family over for Cake and Ice Cream.

.....but she got to go have a mini Pedi with her best friend Hailee Jo, have dinner at the Mayan in SLC, and go to Build A Bear. Not to mention all the gifts she was spoiled with from everyone. I think by the looks of those smiles.... it was a success.

Happy Birthday Beautiful Girl!

We Love You!

Tanglewood Studios Pictures

We got the girls pictures back today from their Gymnastics, Harmony, & Cheer classes.....

Kassie............

Kambree.............

The girls both really enjoy their classes..... and have learned and excelled alot this year. Hopefully made some good childhood memories at the same time.

Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday was spent at home.... nice and quiet and together as a family.

After a great morning at church, we had lunch, naps, and played outside in the warm sunshine!

(Whewww.... I haven't jumped on the trampoline for a while! What a workout! :D)

gotta love that bunny..... he always knows what to get! Just look at those smiles!