Family News

Not only did Holly and Tim get engaged this month, they also moved into their first home. Here are pics from the engagement day and also the House warming party.

Soccer Season is Finally Over!!!

Jaxon played an awesome season this year. He is really getting control of the ball and puts in so much effort. We had both of the boys' soccer parties over the past week. I did get a cute shot of Coach Daddy and Jaxon, but I left my camera home for Mason's party (gasp!). However, here are pictures of Mason's last game. The first one is what Mason usually looks like on the field, and the next one is Mason coming off after playing a bit more than usual. Although we all have a fun time during soccer season, I am definately glad it's over. Now the boys want to try baseball. Ugh!

A Little Bit of This and That

Jaxon lost another tooth and now has a Jack-O-Lantern look that fits perfect for this time of year. Mason has learned (with the help of big brother) to climb trees. One Saturday he climbed up so far that he was frozen with fear and couldn't get down. Shawn and I couldn't climb the tree because the branches were so close together. We had to calm him down and talk him through it. I was ready to call the fire department!

Happy Halloween!

We just returned from our 3rd annual Trick-or-Treat around the block in our neighborhood. I know this sounds like no big deal, but in a family as big as ours, every single holiday is spent driving around from house to house so all the grandparents can enjoy the kids. Well, when we moved into our house in Oakley, we decided that this ould be OUR family holiday. So this is the night that we come home and spend the whole night in one place. It's so fun to walk around the neighborhood and not feel rushed to get somewhere else.

They boys dressed up as a Ninja and The Thing from Fantastic 4. Jaxon wore his mask most of the time, but Mason wouldn't wear it for longer than 5 minutes. I did manage to get one picture of each of them in their full costumes. I hope everyone had a fabulous night!!!

BIG NEWS

Well, I checked Holly's blog and if she aint gonna blog it, I will! Tim asked Holly to marry him this weekend! Wahoo! Looks like a trip to Mexico is in our future. They are going to have a destination wedding and that means one thing to me...Vacation! So Tim called my sister Michelle Friday night and guilted her into coming up for their big move into their house. Michelle wasn't going for it, so he had to clue her in. Then she called and guilted me in and we went up to help her celebrate moving into their new place. So we walk in and suprise them with beer for their new home and they surprised us with the bling of her ring! Wowzer, it's a beauty! So anyways, congrats to my baby sister Holly and my future brother-in-law Tim!

Where Have I Been???

Now that school is back in, I can't seem to find two extra minutes to blog. We have either Karate and/or soccer Monday through Thursday and two soccer games on Saturdays. Marissa and I scrapbooked last weekend, which has been the highlight of my week. Work is chaotic as I travel back and forth to two sites. This week I was off both of my campuses for two days of training to work with new teachers. I am enjoying the experience of Coaching, but I truly feel lost outside of the classroom. I need to go back next year for my own sanity.

My sister Holly is moving into her new house this weekend. I may have to pop up there to check it out, even though she said she didn't need any more help. You never know how much stuff you have until you have to pack it up and move it! I am so excited for her and Tim. They are going to really enjoy their first home.

We are surviving the puppy, although I tend to doubt my decision to take her home almost every day. I question if I can keep it up, but I'm giving it my best effort. It'll get better I'm sure.

Dog Days

Today I spent the day cleaning out the dog run, trying to get Maisie to do her thing on the grass rather than my carpet, and getting her used to her crate in the hopes that she will soon sleep in it all night. I feel like I just had another baby! Luckily she is such a good tempered pup that it'll all be worth the effort. She is so much fun to be around and she never barks or growls. She is always happy and ready to play with anyone who is willing.

Tonight we went to my dad's house for dinner. Maisie had a blast playing with their dad, Tiffany. I think Tiff was glad when we left so she could take a break.