Summer Fun!

When we went to Kmart a couple of days ago, and there was this pool on sale for $6.00. I decided it would be a good investment for the summer and it turns out it has. I have definitely got my $6.00 out of it just today. I don't know what it is, but there is magic when you combine two boys in underwear, goggles, a little pool of water and a grasshopper! The boys took the grasshopper and put him in the pool, and they were amazed he could swim!  They would squeal and laugh when he would jump, Preston let him climb on his arm and told him "its going to be alright." In the end the grasshopper ending up losing his life in the afternoon of fun, but the boys told their dad they were going to bury him. I didn't get a picture of the grasshopper before it died, so it will just have to stay in our memory! I do like the pictures I did get because the boys have so much joy in their faces. I Love Summer!! 

B&B Racing

Lex and the Vega make the best burn outs! 
Here is the cheering section, they have quite the fan base, even in the 110 degree Las Vegas weather! 
Today I had to do a post about B&B Racing! I have two brothers that are race car junkies. They had taken a few years off, but this year they decided to get back into the swing of things. Lex is the driver and Ryon is the crew chief, and I think they make the best team. It is fun to see them together racing again.  Landon and Preston like to go to the shed and look under the cars and get a little greasy. We haven't been to Vegas to the races yet because Addie is to little, but someday I'll take my boys to the racetrack and let them see how fast the Vega really goes. Lex is in 11th place in the point standings so we are cheering for him to make a top 10 finish this season. Go Team!! 

Makin' Jam

When I married Gavin (8 years ago) I had never canned anything in my life. My mom taught me a lot of things, but canning fruit was not one of them! Anyway that 1st summer we got married I didn't have a job so I started working at the fruitstand. Grandma Frei could not believe I didn't know how to make jam (or bottle anything), so one afternoon after I was done working, we went in her house and made a batch of jam. It was a really fun to make jam with Grandma. I am so glad she taught me how to do it. Now I make my own jam every summer all by myself! I like to make it because after I am done I get this sense of pride as I line the jars on my shelf. I know it sounds strange but I really do like to can fruit. Next on my list for this summer bottling peaches, pears and tomatoes! 

One of a Kind!

Bradi took this picture and I love it, he always has his Jersey's on!

At the pool, warming up on the hot cement. 

He found this shed when he went 4 wheeling with his Dad.

1st day of preschool!

I decided I needed to dedicate a post to Preston aka "Pete, skinny, or pistol." He is truly one of a kind. He is always cracking us up with the things he says. Half the time Gavin and I look at each other and say "where did he come from?!" He is quite the comedian. Here is an example of the things that come out of his mouth. A couple weeks ago we were headed to Katie's Birthday party, we were about half way there and I realized I had forgot the present. We decided not to turn around because we were already late. Preston said "Mom what did you drama (grandma) for her birthday"...I didn't answer so he asked again, so I told him "a watch." He replied, "well actually I didn't want you to tell me because I always tell!" Me and Gavin cracked up. When we got to the party I told Katie the story, she decided to test it out. She went up to Preston and asked him "what did you get me for my birthday?" He replied "drama, we forgot it." She said "thats okay, what is it?" He looked around and made sure no one was looking and said, "A watch!" He is really one of a kind that kid! 

Here are a few things Preston is up to...

1. Going to summer school at Miss Janae's and LOVING it!

2. Swimming lessons with Tiffany.

3. Hunting for grasshoppers and lady bugs.

4. Looking forward to his big sleep over with "drama" and "drampa" Bowler in a couple of days!

Preston we don't know what we would do without you, we love you bud. 

Recap of April, May and June!

I decided to recap the last couple of months because so much has gone on at the our house. Here is the list:

1. Landon FINALLY got to play T-ball! It seems like he has been waiting to play since he turned 2. 

2. Addie was born, healthy and happy on April 18, 2008.

3. Landon graduated from Miss Janae's.

4. Landon turned 6 years old on May 24th.

5. Addie was blessed on June 1st, and we had a fun brunch after, it was the best day. 

6. We went to Cubs basketball camp at BYU the first week of June, Landon did great and won the cougar award for the week!

LOTS OF FUN!!!

Happy Father's Day

I am so lucky to be surrounded by really great dad's in my life. The first dad I am so grateful for is Gavin, he is so good with our kids. He shows them so much love, and is so willing to take them to the park and throw them a ball, or let them go with him to the field to feed the cows. He loves his children so much and I appreciate his hard work and dedication to each of us. He does a good job of providing for his family and being our patriarch. 

The next dad I am so grateful for is my dad. I love him so much. I don't know anyone who cares more about his family than he does. I know if I ever need him, I can call him and he will be at my side in a matter of minutes. Day or night my dad is always there for me. 

Dennis is Gavin's dad, he is a hard working father. He works from sun up to sun down. I admire the relationship he and Gavin have. I am thankful he taught Gavin how to work and provide for his family. He would do anything for Gavin or our family and I love him for that. 

Gavin has a stepdad Ken and he is so good with his Grandchildren.  He is always outside playing catch or basketball with the kids, while the rest of us adults are in the house. My kids love to play with Grandpa Ken. I love how he is always willing to listen to them, even if he has no idea what they are trying to say!

Father's Day is special, I am glad we have this day so I can take a minute and think about these great men and others that surround me. It helps me remember how blessed I really am. 

Loving the Splash Pad

This week has been crazy...my kids are wondering what happened to their mother. Ever since I got this computer on Tuesday afternoon I have been MIA! Now I know what people mean about being on their computer all day. Yesterday my kids had a free run of the house for about 4 hours while I tried to set up my email and this blog. When Gavin got home he thought a bomb had just dropped on our house, there was a whole bag of marshmallows thrown all over their room, and packing foam all through the hall. From what the boys told me there was a war going on with marshmallows and foam. Anyway I decided I had better let the animals out of their cage and take them to the splash pad. Heidi brought Ryker and we had a blast.