Thanksgiving

Oh the many things we have to be Thankful for....these are just a few pictured here. If you are not photoed you where probably refilling your plate and I missed you sorry:( Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday and it never disappoints. We had a great dinner, good company, and lots of commotion. Love it!! However, this year Ashley Damnielle won my $50 bingo prize and Grandma and Grandpa bought all the kids flying monkeys. Creepy!! lol Thanks for the fun! Those of you that didn't get to come we missed you and hope maybe next time you can join the fun!

Last Cabin Run

We finally made it for a quick trip to winterize the cabin. It wasn't any too early either. One more snow fall and we would never have made it in there. We just ran up for the day and played in the snow. We threw snowballs, chased each other, made a new friend (stray puppy), and went sledding. Oaklen didn't last as long as the big boys so he went in and watched a movie by the fire.

When the boys where sledding it was so funny. I heard Colton say to Dagen, "You have no idea how hard it is to live with you." Loving Brother. lol

This is your pre-Christmas card photo for all those who understand the necessity of Big Browns in Idaho. Happy Holidays!

Ball, Ball, and more Ball

Colton and Dagen both picked to play basketball for the winter league. It has been fun to watch the boys learn the sport. However, Oaklen might think it is a little annoying that he has to sit on the side lines. This is his entertainment with his new friend.

Last time Colton played he hated it. So we are thrilled that this year he is excited and actually playing. He has grown up so much.

Dagen has always loved sports and it is so good for this boy to run out some of that energy. He is having lots of fun!

My Little Politician

Colton stepped way out of his comfort zone this time. He decided to run for student council. It required an essay, posters, stickers, and a speech. He worked very hard and did some really great work. Today he informed me that he got elected and he was so very excited! Congrats Colton on running a good race. We are very proud of you!

Happy Halloween

Here are some things that are scarier then lions, tigers, and bears oh my. Colton (starwars), Dagen (Army Man), Oaklen (Captian America), Ryan (creepy clown). lol They had parades, parties, trunk or treat and regular trick or treat. Busy but fun day! PS I still offically hate Halloween.

Had Enough

We have had some incredibly busy weeks lately. The other night this is as far as the little guy could go.....Dangerous place to be. lol

Look who is 1 year older....

Happy Birthday Ry Guy!!! We love you!!!
The boys come up late last night and decorated for the big day. It was so funny the streamers are almost as tall as our Dad. lol Hope you had a Happy Day!!!

Pumpkin Carving

It is finally time to carve those perfect pumkins we found at the pumpkin patch. We had a semi warm day so we did them out in the garage. Oaklen loved every minute of it. Dagen could have cared less he was way more in a hurry to play. Colton and Ryan took their dear sweet time making it just right. Lots of Fun!!

Pumpkin Patch

This weekend we headed out to the pumpkin patch. The boys have been waiting all week for this event....and it didn't disappoint. We had a great time finding just the right pumpkin. It took Colton quite a while to find just the perfect one. Then we went through the straw maze, and then off to the train ride. We only had one bad thing the boys got straw in their socks, and they thought they might die. lol It was nice weather and after we found them costumes. Fun family night!!!

Winter Already?*@&#

Now those of you that know Idaho know that winter hangs on forever.....so I just have to say I think it is totally unfair for the snow to come before Halloween. REALLY?*#@#? Today we got dumped on literally. It snowed all day. However, the boys thought it was the greatest. Colton was outside all day with his friends....roaming from one house to the other. Dagen and Oaklen loved making new tracks. I took a 10 minute break to come in and get dinner on and I look out the window to see Dagen completely perplexed. He had rolled a huge snowball right into the neighbors drive way behind their car. It had gotten so heavy that he couldn't roll it any further. He tried 100 different ways, but no luck. He finally recruited his tough Mama to help roll it away from the back of their car. I tell you that kid! We had fun in the snow, but I have to say I hope it doesn't last.

Growning up too fast!

Where did all the time go? There have been a few moments the last little while that I look at Colton and think when did you grow up? He has turned into a little man and no longer my little TT:( Makes me so sad....however, he is one funny, talented, and good kiddo. Love you!

Conference Fun

Conference weekend wasn't quite what we had planned.....however, it wasn't all that bad. Ryan ended up being out of town, 3 out of 4 of us had a nasty cold, so we just hung out at home. We did make playdough, worked on our 72 hour kits, tried to listen to conference (huge task with noisy boys), and make Grandma Smith's chicken noodle soup. Yum! Here are my little creators.