Huntsville Space Center

Our first stop in Bama was the Huntsville Space Center. It was GREAT!! We loved it all and learned so much. Amazing!!

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!
in the snow.
with our Wolfe family.
with Aunt Jackie and Uncle Doug.
in Alabama with my parents, the Mortensen's and the Meyerson's.
and as rednecks!!

Once there was a Snowman!

tall, tall, tall . . . This is our sweet snowman that my sister, Jackie, her husband, Doug, and my kiddos made. Isn't he handsome!! He was here to greet us when we got home from our trip.


It took me 5 or 6 years to finally frame this adorable snowman that my sister, Jenn, stitched for me. Better late than never seems to be my life motto.


Just a few of my cute snowmen that make me smile for their looks and the wonderful people in my life who have given them to me. Tiera, Jenn, Mom, Emily, Cyd, Amy or maybe just a little discovery at the beach one Christmas. I love 'em!

Happy Birthday on a Snow Day!

I'm 37 and lovin' it!! Ben is freakin' out how old I am, but I have no issues. I'm very happy with where I'm at. I wouldn't want to be in high school (Twilight confirmed that!). College was great, but a "once in a life time joy". I loved my mission, but I get exhausted just thinking of the experience!!! Pre-kids was enjoyable, but wanting. The husband in dental schools days were challenging at best (I don't miss 1540!!!!) I'm glad to be over the "infertile" days and have all my kiddos. I love my husband, my four cute kids, my family, my friends, my home, my ward, my calling (I'm scared to admit that--kiss of release), and yes my mini van. I am happy and very blessed. Thanks for all the phone calls and messages on this snow, cold day!

Guilty Pleasure #2

It was worth going just to see the new Harry Potter trailer. It looks fabulous!!

We felt very out of place in a theatre full of squealing teenage girls. They giggled the whole movie. I'm glad I'm not a teenager any more!! It was fun at the time, but all good things turn into better things.

My Edward in my head was cuter and Jacob was way, way, way off. Alice was spot on. I loved that the girls were real looking. They weren't Barbies, just good ole NW girls. It was fun! Thanks, Tammi, Jenni, and Christina

Guilty Pleasure

I love being a girl!

Sunbreak!

You just have to run outside and take in the sun when it's out in Oregon. Jack was loving our sunny afternoon. He was watching the leaves fall from the Giant Maple tree in our yard. He'd hear it start to fall and watch come all the way down to the ground. One of those discovery moments you love to watch your kids experience.

Delbert's 60th Birthday

Happy Birthday to Ben's dad, Delbert Wolfe. It was his big 60th birthday and we got him. We threw him a surprise party at our home and he never caught on. Linda and I worked on it for 2 months and he never had a clue. He came up to the house for cake and ice cream. His other son, Andy and his family were here with framed pictures of his life; kids, houses, military service, pets, jobs, etc. A few close friends came first and he really didn't think much of it. Then his childhood friend and his wife came in and he got a little teary eyed. 58 people came to celebrate this good man. He does so much for so many of us. Happy Birthday Delbert!

Hallowen Party

This post is for my sisters and my parents. They haven't seen the many other sites with the pictures.
http://www.slide.com/r/mBiwBPpO5j_1WDyRgZQGQDich_jJkHS_?cy=bb

Oh how I love thee . . .

Happy Halloween from a bunch of Ghoons!

Molly was our little fairy.


Jeff was a sumo wrestler part of the night and
Indiana Jones the rest of the night. (shock value)


Hannah was a wicked witch (not a nice one).



Jack was a very disgruntled dragon until he figured
out he could get candy out of it.


Molly's first taste of candy. I think she likes it.

Kicked to the Curb

Cecil has officially been kicked to the curb. Not only has he been banished to the shop, but he is now been left out in the cold. Covered in leaves and cat prints. I can't not help thinking of Toy Story and Jessie the Cowgirl being thrown under the bed and forgotten. At least Cecil returns to his glory days when there is something to be pulled or hauled. Poor Cecil . . .

Whereas the Audi (mom, you need to come up with a name for her) was treated to a spa day at the dealership last Friday.

At least the Audi can't pull his precious boat.

Halloween Scare

Check our my girlfriend's blog for our Halloween Party pictures. I didn't have my camera.

http://chunkylegs.blogspot.com/

Arizona is Amazing!!!

Wow!! That was fun!!! I just got back today from my first vacation to Arizona. It was fabulous!! Ben was in a conference 10 hours a day, so baby and I just hung out at the pool, ordered room service, took many walks, and NAPPED!!!! I read 2 books. It was GREAT!!!! It was amazing!!! It was HEAVENLY!!! I felt almost guilty for having such a good time. I was ready to get back to the kids after the third day, but maybe next time they can come to?? Maybe?? It may of been my first trip to Arizona, but it won't be my last. (I took naps ladies, one day I took 2!! One baby is such a piece of cake.)

Our Long Weekend at Cannon Beach '08

We went down to Cannon Beach for our family vacation this year. We just didn't have the energy to travel a long distance with the little ones. It was a great time. We relaxed, played games, watched movies, played on the beach for hours, ate like kings, explored the local sites, and had a lot of fun!!! Jeff was looking at the pictures today and said, "Ahhh, I want to go back. That was the best!" Who needs Disneyland, we have Cannon Beach and it was only an hour away.

Just For A Laugh

A Sunny Fall Day in Oregon

Jack Jack is 2!!

He loves his motorcycles!

He's into EVERYTHING!!
He got into Jeff's hair goop this time . . .

He loves to play with his good buddy, Jackson, our next door neighbor.

He loves playing with his big brother and sister.

He loves his dad and driving the boat!

I can't leave any food on the counter for two reasons:
1. The cats will knock it on the ground and eat it when I'm not looking.
2. Jack will knock it on the ground and eat it when I'm not looking.
This was the bundt cake I was going to take to my neighbor.


He has every toy known to man, but he loves my stock pot the best. He stores all his essentials in it. Sippy cup, binkie, remote and motorcycle.

He is so much fun and really keeps us on our toes. He laughs and giggles at anything. He is a joy!!

Creating a Backyard

Swingset: Check! Lovin' Craigslist.
Trampoline: Check!
Barkchips: Check!
Spa: Check! Thanks Grandma & Grandpa
Pavers: Check!
Sprinklers: Check!
Sod: Check!
Plants & Trees: Check!
Picnic on the new patio: Check! Darn those bees.

Come and play!