MY 3 MONSTERS

Crazy Girls

2010-04-09T07:26:00.003-07:00

Here are the photos the girls had taken at school for a fund raiser.

They turned out ok but I'm not a big fan of their funky backgrounds.
Ok you will get a kick out of these!!
While at the baby blessing the girls were feeling a little left out because all of the attention was focused somewhere else. So they insisted on me taking their photos while they struck some crazy photos. But it made them happy and some of them are just funny.

Daynen's Baby Blessing

2010-04-09T07:14:00.002-07:00

Well it is finally Done. Nicole finally had this sweet boy blessed. He is so cute and cuddly.

Nicole, Skylar and Daynen what a cute little family.
All of My Nieces and Nephews on my side of the family.

Kodie, Mason, Parker, Paige, Brayden, Brinkley, Brylee, and Daynen

These are all of Daynen's Grand Parents. Of Coarse my Dad and Ruth, Skylar's mom, dad, and step mom, and then there is my mom. Crazy huh?

And then there is Uncle Nate. I just loved this photo so I had to add it in there.

My Niece Erica's Wedding

2010-04-09T07:02:00.002-07:00

Ok I don't know about you but I am a sucker for those Father, Daughter wedding photos.

So here it is Delynn, and Erica walking down the isle at the ring ceremony. This is Jared's siblings and parents.
These are the 4 oldest grand children on the Dye side they have all grown into such beautiful young women. It is fun to see where they will all end up and how their lives will go their own separate ways.

Erica and Shaun leaving the Idaho Falls temple in the rain. They were lucky and had a great photographer that took them to the temple the day before to get their wedding photos done while we had good weather.

I love the shoes!

They look so happy together and we are glad to have Shaun be a part of the family now. We enjoy having him around, he is a lot of fun.

My Monsters PJ photo shoot

2010-04-09T06:51:00.005-07:00

They insisted on posing for photos in their PJ's and these were our resusts Kodie is into this Peace thing and here she is trying to get the other two to do it too.

(Peer Pressure, and from the looks of it I am in trouble.)

Another Tooth gone...

2010-04-09T06:47:00.002-07:00

Well Paige had to have another tooth pulled out by the dentist. But instead of just pulling one we pulled two, because we thought she'd look a little funny with just one tooth in the center of here mouth hanging out all by it's self. So this makes 3 for the dentist and 0 for us.

Youth Conference

2010-03-16T14:38:00.006-07:00

Yes I am behind once again. I guess it is a good thing I don't take too many pictures any more.

I was able to go with the youth in our ward to Island Park in January for a Youth Conference. We stayed in a very nice cabin, and got to know each other better. It was a fun experience and I had a good time. When we first got there we played a couple of getting to know you games. Tyler of coarse thought he was being cool when he took hundreds of squares of toilet paper. He didn't know at the time he would have to tell us something about himself for every square that he took. We played outside most of the next day on snow machines, sleds, tubes, snow boards, and the hood of death. Brother Pascoe, brought up the "HOOD OF DEATH" (an old car hood) to be pulled behind the snow machines. Here we have Brother Richardson, Tyler Davis, and Brother Kohler, who decided to be brave and give it a try with Brother Pascoe being the driver. Luckily we didn't come home with any broken bones.

We had crazy hair moments, Silly Vrooooom game noise, a wonderful Pioneer Devotional followed by a very moving testimony meeting, and to top it all off we even threw in a little bit of service. We were able to make dolls for Primary Children's Hospital, and color folder kits. Every one participated and got along very well. I was supprised to see who hung out with who and to see them bond with those that in other circumstances they may not have. I think every one felt welcome and at home with each other.

I had a lot of fun and learned even more. I enjoyed getting know our youth better and spending time with them.

Playing in the Snow

2010-01-12T19:37:00.005-07:00

With our first big snow fall of coarse the kids and Jared couldn't wait to go play in it.

Poor Parker had to stay inside because he didn't have his snow clothes yet.

Every year on New Years Day we usually get together and do a fun sledding day with family and cousins. But Jared got called in to work, and me and the kids went to Devan and Leslie's house to hang out, play in the snow and I sat on their couch most of the day watching dangerous mind reruns.

Parker didn't care much to just play in the snow I think he had a hard time keeping his balance. But he loved the 4wheeler rides with Uncle Devan.

Christmas Morning

2010-01-12T18:40:00.007-07:00

Ok I should have added this photo earlier but I forgot, and I needed to show off my cute new Nephew Daynen, Nicki's baby.

Well first of all we ended up spending Christmas in Utah. My brother Daniel was able to call home while he is on his mission and of coarse I didn't want to miss that so we made arrangements, and ended up spending Christmas Eve at my Grandma's house like we did when we were kids. We also got to call Daniel which was really good but also kind of sad not being able to spend time with him through the holidays. But back to Christmas Morning, it was so fun watching Parker this year. We woke up around 6:30am which wasn't bad (considering last year we were up at 3am) Parker wasn't convinced though that he should get up. So Jared carried him to the living room where all of the gifts were. Jared sat down on the floor and the girls continued to try to get Parker to wake up. They finally dragged this big stuffed tiger over to him and said look at the toys Santa brought you. He slowly lifted his head and peeked his eyes open just a little and then just jumped on the tiger. It was so funny. Then he soon realized there was a lot more to look at and was up and running around in no time.

Yes the girls got the DS's they wanted

Nate enjoyed hanging out with us Christmas morning and Kodie is always good at giving the older kids a bad time about spending time with family when we are there.

Christmas is also Nate's Birthday, and he got a camera. Yea!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY :)

Parker is really into horses lately so I couldn't pass this one up when I found it. He is still trying to figure out how to ride it though.

Nicki, Daynen, and Sky also showed up a little later.

The girls also love to spend time with Granny!!!

OK I Give Up...

2009-12-05T11:42:00.006-07:00

I am giving in, I am done trying to catch up. I am just too far behind.

So here is December.

Every year Jared's family gets together for a Christmas party. Everyone brings yummy soups and snacks and yes even Santa gets an invite. All of the boys in the familyNotice Parker is asleep in the group photo. He fell asleep while we were eating and since we were at the church I didn't have anywhere to lay him so he stayed in his high chair. Don't ask me how he slept through all the kayos I guess he must have been really tired. All of the Girls in the familyAnd finally Santa.

I was surprised Parker seemed to kind of like the crazy old guy.Paige and Kodie made sure he knew what they wanted. A DS of coarse.And me a date with my hubby. Which has yet to happen.

I guess Santa is slacking.

10 Years!!!

2009-11-12T18:47:00.002-07:00

Who would have guessed? Jared and I have been married for 10 years today! Yes I had hoped we could have some grand anniversary get away far away just the 2 of us. But no matter where we are in the world today I am glad we are together. No, neither of us are perfect but I am glad we have the rest of our lives to work on it.

I love my husband and my family and I wouldn't trade them for the world.

SHS Football

2009-11-09T13:59:00.006-07:00

Ok I have to admit, I use to think my husband was crazy always wanting to go to the local highschool football games. But I guess it has kind of grown on me. I actually enjoy going my self. Expecially when I can leave the kids home with a babysitter. Our first game is always against a small local rival school, just to kick off the season. It is always packed and usually a good game.

There is usually some of Jared's family members there along with a bunch of friends and neighbors.

Parker had a blast at this game all by his self. He climbed up and down the bleacers. Eating cheetos, a hamburger and candy from who ever had a stash.

Good Luck SHS!!!

First Day of School August 2009

2009-11-09T13:47:00.004-07:00

This year Kodie is in 3rd grade and Paige is in 1st. They were both very excited to get back to school this year.

Walking to the bus stop.

Mrs. A is a great bus driver the girls love her

Remember Cody Pinder??? He got married! :)

2009-11-09T09:52:00.007-07:00

In August Jared and I had the chance to take a few days and drive to Colorado for a good friend's wedding (Cody Pinder). We drove through Denver and saw the stadium, went school clothes shopping for the kids, and just had a good time exploring and spending time together. It had been quite a while since we got away with out the kids. They got married in a small little church in the middle of a forested area. It was a little different from most of the weddings I have been too but it was kind of neat also. I am so happy for them they make a very cute couple and it was fun to see them and Cody's family. I haven't seen some of them in about 15 years. Since we use to date way back when... I am glad we have stayed good friends all of these years and hopefully we can continue that for many more.

The church was beautifully designed and had awesome architectural design and structure.

This is the Happy Couple after the ceremony.

Cody and Leslie Pinder

Yea!!!

This is them being pelted with bird seed as they came out the back side of the Church.

Cody's Dad Kurt, and Step Mom Cheryl

Them with the pastor or priest I don't know exactly what he'd be called. Sorry!

But this man married them.

Colorado was so beautiful and covered everywhere in trees like this.

Out back of the church they had a few pictures taken and so naturally I grabbed my camera and snapped a couple my self.

Here is a good one of Cody, his Dad, and little brother Hayden.

It was good to see them all and catch up a little since we only see or talk to each other every couple of years.

On our way home we decided to take a little detour and go to the temple.

The Colorado Temple was beautiful just like all the others but quite small in comparison. We were very lucky because as we were leaving we discovered that we attended the very last session of the day. I was just thinking it kept the same hours as the one in Idaho Falls thinking it would be open til 6 or 7. Jared and I both thought it was weird that they were waiting for a few people to begin the session. We both just thought just start they can catch the next one. Another interesting fact was the whole time we were there we never ran into an LDS Church. It was kind of strange coming from a place that there is one on almost every block.

We had a wonderful experience and I think we are going to see more temples through out the World when ever we have a chance.

Paige's 6th Birthday

2009-11-09T09:12:00.004-07:00

We had a water party again for paiges birthday in August with the big water slide, pool, and the slip and slide. She had over a couple cousins, and a bunch of neighbor hood kids and friends. She had a blast. And we hope everyone else did too.

Okay I know my kids are spoiled rotten and it just so happens we have a huge family. So usually my kids end up having more than just one party. One for friends and another for family. My house isn't big enough to have them all over at once. (Believe me we've tried) So here are some photos from the family party also

Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Grandma and Grandpa Dye

Oh I almost Forgot

2009-10-13T16:39:00.005-07:00

At the end of July we took our achievement day girls to Krup Scout Hollow for a Water Day Camp. We had tons of fun and I can say we definitely got Wet!!!They had all kinds of water activities. There were the gallows where someone had to throw a ball which when it hit its target triggered a lever that popped a giant balloon that was carefully placed in the basket ball net above your head.

There was a water volleyball station where we took soaking wet and cold towels to throw a volley ball over the net and then we had to use our towel to catch it also.

Behind us in these photos you will see a dunk tank, and yes I was the leader who was first nominated to get dunked. Tons of fun but dang it was cold and kind of took me by surprise.

There was also Water Dodge ball with sponges, A Water Relay that we had to fill a large bucket by dumping over our heads into the next person's bucket in line until the last person dumped it into the larger bucket and the first line to have theirs full won. The next one we had to grab the sponge, run to the garbage can full of water dunk it, then run to the picnic bench and sit on the sponge letting the water out into the bucket below our bums. The first team who had their bucket full won. Water Kick ball was fun there were pools and buckets we had to stand in at each base and then a slip and slide to slide into at home. There was a Bubble station that was ok but obviously not my favorite, along with a Water Twister and Tug of War. But when all said and done my very favorite was the Giant Water Slide. We all went down this many, many times, and of coarse I was sore for about a week afterwards.

We had a blast and I was ready to go back the very next day. I am looking forward to this also next year and maybe I'll come a little more prepared.

Boehme Reunion August 2009

2009-10-13T07:11:00.009-07:00

Every year the first of August, we get together for our Boehme family reunion up Black Smith Fork Canyon. It is fun to get to see those who live far away and who you don't normally get to see and talk too. My Uncles usually have something great grilled up and we all bring salads and deserts to go along with it.
Uncle Dave & Aunt Sherri

Sitting down enjoying a nice BBQ lunch in the shade.

Cousins Jake, Jesse, Traicen, Alanta, Damion & Domonic

Aunt Peggy & Dorothy, Uncle Rod & cousin Kam

Aunt Barb & Cousins Natalie, Rod, Patti & my sister Aleisha along with a few others

Paige

Kodie

Parker Taking a drink of Grandpa's mug. You can't find one that tastes better! :)

Aunt Annette & Cousins Angela, Marcy, & a couple of their kids

Aunt Gerri & Cousins Jennine, & Paul

Aunt Odee, & Uncle Steve

Uncle Alan, and Cousins Bonnie, Shaun, & Liz

My sister Camille, Cousin Shannan, and her son Kaden

Mason & Brylee

Brayden buried in the sand!

Some of the kids at the park.

Dad & Ruth Packing up the Grill.

Utah Continued...

2009-10-12T20:46:00.009-07:00

The Friday after Dan left Aleisha, Camille, Saje, Dan's girlfriend and I packed up our kids, lunch and headed to the pool. We were there for about 4 hours and ended up a little sun burnt but we had a blast and I am so glad that we got to spend that time together. It was fun and doesn't happen very often.

Mom & Parker

Paige

Kodie

We also took my cousin Sydney for Kodie to play with because heaven forbid she would have to play with the younger kids.

So here is the crew Mason, Brayden, Brylee, Paige and Parker. Of coarse we are still missing Kodie, but other than that they are all here.

Aleisha is oh so happy to be here PREGO!!!

Parker is feeding Moe Fishes

And then dumped them all out, on purpose of coarse

Brylee & Aleisha

Brayden & Paige Hanging out eating lunch

Saje & ParkerCamille had this cool little contraption it worked perfectly for him. It kept him afloat while giving him shade so he didn't get burnt too bad. I even put on tons of sunscreen but I guess you have to apply it every 30 min!!

Camille & Mason, aren't they so cute?

We had a blast and I can't wait til we can do it again next year.

Utah

2009-10-12T20:05:00.007-07:00

Since we were down for Dan's farewell we decide to stay for the week to see him off and catch the Boehme reunion the next weekend. But in doing that we missed the last session of swim lessons at home. So what he heck we decided to make a party of it and stay for 2 weeks instead.

Swim Lessons at MCHS

While we were there we did all kinds of fun things like go to the Preston Rodeo. My Cousin Jason was riding bulls so we decided to check him out.

There is nothing like a good old Rodeo I think the last one I attended had to have been before I was married.

Dan's Mission Farewell (July 25th- 29th)

2009-10-12T19:35:00.005-07:00

We all went to Dads house for one last Hot Dog Roast over the fire with Dan before he left. We ended up getting rained on a little but we still had a good time.Sunday the 26th Dan had to speak in church. He did a very good job, and delivered a very good message. Afterwards we went to the Civic Center and had a luncheon and somehow I missed out on the photos of that occasion I even made him a cake that looked like a missionary name tag. I'll have to see what I can do about that.

Anyway Tuesday night before he left me and my siblings and some of the in laws and my Grandma went with Dan to get set apart as a missionary. Most of us didn't have much to say, we were all kind of sad and silent, that is just how we are. But I was very surprised to hear what my dad had to say. He commented on how when Dan was too young to hunt how he use to make fun of my Dad and older brother when they missed. But that he remembers Dan's first hunt and how he was sure he wasn't going to miss like they had. And he didn't. He related that to Dan and how he could do anything he put his mind too and it was proven that when he put his mind to something he would do it and do it well. I am sure it meant a lot to Dan. It was a very spiritual experience and he received a wonderful blessing from my dad. There were also great thoughts shared by Ruth, Mom, and Grandma Andersen.

The Bishop and Stake President with Daniel.

Early Wednesday July 29th, Dan was up and on his way to the MTC. We all got up early to say our good byes. I am glad I was able to stick around home and spend those extra days with my family.

Nate & Dan

Mom & Dan

And Me and the Girls with Dan,we love you and know you will accomplish what you set out to do.

24th of July

2009-10-12T19:23:00.003-07:00

We went down to Logan for Dan's Mission Farewell and it just so happened to be th e 24th of July Celebration the same weekend. It was fun to hang out at Willow Park and Watch the fireworks, eat fair food, and spend some time with Dan and a couple of his friends before he left.

The Dye Family Reunion

2009-08-21T07:07:00.015-07:00

Ok I know this is long over due, but better late than never.

These are a bunch of photos from the Dye Family Reunion at Warm River.

We had a blast for a whole week. We floated the river many times, rode bikes, fed the fish, played games, ate smores and lots of other good camping food, chatted around the campfire, and enjoyed each others company.

We took a short trip to Upper and Lower Mesa Falls. It is beautiful there.Jared & his Dad made Jerky in the smoker.Sitting around the Camp Fire. Fishing With Dad

Even Hallie & Ky got a fish! Parker ate Dirt,

Played in the Tubes,

He tried Skate Boarding,

He rode his Bike,

And was a handful. Everyone helped keep an eye on this little monster.

Jared is 1 year older

2009-08-21T07:02:00.002-07:00

Jared recently had a birthday and is now a big 34!!!

Happy Birthday Babe.

This is his cake Desi (his sister) made for him. I think she did a great job.

My Crazy Life....

2009-08-21T06:42:00.003-07:00

Yes it's a bowl on his head,

his sisters are obviously jealous of the attention he has created for himself,

and decide to get in on the action.
Lately we have been on the run and when I say lately I mean all summer.
I am so glad the kids are back in school and maybe things can slow down a little. We need a little bit of a schedule and less traveling. I will make plenty of posts in the next little while on the places we have been and the things we have done.
I just haven't been around the computer long enough to even upload the photos.

Family Photos

2009-07-06T19:45:00.011-07:00

Ok we haven't had a Family Picture taken for about 4 Years now. I know I am a slacker. It all started when we started building a house. We were living with my brother and sister in-law and so I didn't want to pay to have a picture taken, and printed and then not be able to hang it up. Then my excuse was that I was pregnant so I of coarse had to wait til I had the baby to add to the picture (besides we all know that is the last thing we want to do while being big and fat). So the baby is now 1 and yes we are just now getting to it. I had a friend from back home take these photos for me and I have to say she did a swell job considering the complicated bunch she had to work with. (Thanks Jesse) Here are a few of my favorites that she took.

Parker & my Grandma Andersen

Ok now we are actually to the "FAMILY" ones.

Leave me a message and let me know which one is your favorite

I am to indecisive and can't decide which one I want to blow up and put on the wall.

Yes Parker is crying! :)

Andersen Reunion

2009-06-29T21:03:00.008-07:00

For the Andersen Reunion we went up Black Smith Fork Canyon found a big spot

that I guess use to be a boy scout camp. We hauled trailers, horses and four wheelers and had a great time together with my moms siblings and my Grandma Andersen.

Parker & Jared

Dan and Jared helped give Parker a ride on one of my Uncle Gary's horses.

Dan & Saje (Dan likes to be a big tease)

Kodie riding along side of my Uncle Gary learning how to ride a horse all by her self.

My girls are now wondering why we can't have a horse. They are so much fun!!!

(They forget about the work and $$$)

About 15 or 20 minutes after Kodie's last ride her eyes started to swell up and itch she was having an allergic reaction to the horses and we had to intervene with a dose of Benadryl. Which knocked her out for a couple of hours. (One more reason we can't have one dang it:)

And of coarse Paige had to have a turn too

Uncle Paul and Aunt Debbie made an awesome meal with dutch ovens for all of us to enjoy.

We spent a lot of time sitting around chit chatting, getting to know each other better and finding out what everyone had been up to in the last year.

Mark challenged Jared to a mad game of horse shoes and

then he lost even when he was making up his own rules through out the game.

This is our new trailer (Our home away from home).

With all the rain we have had the grass was really long which didn't make Parker very happy because every time he fell down he had grass in his face.

But Nicki & Sky were there to help out a couple of times

Girls Softball

2009-06-29T20:11:00.005-07:00

June has been a crazy month we were suppose to have 2 softball games a week for the girls but unfortunately the weather hasn't cooperated. We had to make up the majority of them because of the rain. This last week we had 4 games in 3 days which is a lot for the little ones. We have to be at the ball park at 8:30 am to practice and warm up for the games.

Parker's breakfast on the run

Practice and Warm ups

Yes even Parker was in on the action

Chasing balls

Swinging the bat

And cheering for the girls

Don was an awesome coach and I am glad I was able to help.

I just get to excited to sit on the bleachers and keep my mouth shut.

Paige up to bat

Kodie too

They both did a great job when up to bat or chasing the ball.

They are learning the tricks of the game and enjoying every minute of it.

There were a couple of instances where I had to explain my self after the play, like when Kodie caught a fly ball and got an out. I then yelled at her to touch second base over and over until she casually did it. Then after being all wound up I had to explain she needed to touch the base because the runner on second base ran and can't do that if the ball is caught. She needed to go back to her base. I don't think she will ever forget that play and as soon as the game was over she had to call her dad and tell him all about her double play. Of coarse Paige had to tell him she made a "Home Run" which to her is making it all the way around the bases and actually scoring a point for the team even though it took more than just her batting to do so.

She loves to play catcher. I think it is because she actually gets to touch the ball instead of wait for the ball to maybe come her way in the field.

Paige is way out in center field.

Kodie is in the pitching position. She didn't actually pitch though the coaches pitch to them.

Over all we had a great season season we won about half of the games and the girls had a blast. Now it is my turn. We'll let you know how that goes. :)

Dan's day at the Temple

2009-06-29T12:37:00.006-07:00

Daniel took out his endowments at the Logan temple on Saturday June 20th

I am so excited for him and this opportunity and for the choice he made to go on a mission.

Mom, Dan, Dad and Ruth

Well where do I start?

Skylar (Nicole's Boyfriend) & Nicole (my sister), Jared, Parker, Me, Paige, & Kodie, Ruth (Step Mom), Bob (Dad), Dan (my brother), Brayden and Mason (my nephews), Merilee (my mom), Nate (my brother), Camille & Aleisha (my sisters), Brylee (my niece), and Chad (my brother inlaw) Not to mention the 2 babies on their way(Aleisha's and Nicole's), and the step siblings and their kids that aren't there.

Saje, and Dan

(His girlfriend says she is planning on waiting for him... We will see???)

Aleisha's Family

Dan and all the grand kids (So Far)

Giving them a squeeze

My kid the commedian

All of my siblings

And Last but not Least my Boys.... Jared and Parker.

I thought this photo was so cute of Parker standing at his daddy's feet with a huge smile on his face. It would have been better if I could have gotten Jared to smile too.

Girls Weekend Get Away

2009-06-29T12:01:00.004-07:00

A girls get away to Island ParkDanielle, Missy, Me and Kristy

We had a great weekend together with peace and

quiet no kids, and on our own schedule for once. We had fun playing games, going for walks, watching movies, and most of the time just talking, talking, talking.

We stayed at Kristy's grandparents cabin. It was nice, cozy and quiet.

Lets Celebrate!!!!

2009-06-29T11:17:00.004-07:00

On June 6th 2009 Josh and Chyrelle finally got hitched

I am so happy for the two of them they make a great couple and are so much fun.

The morning of the wedding was total Chaos since the wedding was suppose to be out side but because of the rain, and lack of power at Desi's we ended up at the church house. The wedding party ended up at my house getting ready, taking showers doing hair and paiting the remainder of the flowers since we now needed all of them for decor at the church. We all worked together and had things set up just in time. It was beautiful and I hope Josh and Chyrelle were happy with the results. Amber and I painting flowers...
Here is her wedding cake that Desi made....

Kelsey, Telicia, Chyrelle, Shelby, and Erica

And their Better sides!!! LOL

Paige was her flower girl....

The Happy Couple

Parents of the bride and groom

The wedding party

First camping trip for the year...

2009-05-30T16:30:00.003-07:00

We went to Birch Creek again this year.

It is still cool enough we can camp in the middle of the desert and not bake to death under the sun with out trees surrounding us. There are lots of good 4wheeling trails, and fun places to explore. They also plant fish in the creek and the girls love fishing there because they don't have to wait around all day to catch one. They brought home 11 fish for grandpa to smoke. They were thrilled, but of coarse with girls it wouldn't be a good day unless we have at least one of them through a fit and pout. Kodie was up set because Paige caught one more fish than she did and dad wouldn't wait around for her to catch one more.

I thought this was a good picture of the 3 of them walking back to camp
after their fishing adventure.

While Dad and the girls were fishing, Parker and I grabbed a piece of licorice, and went for a wheeler ride. Parker loved it of coarse, and eventually fell asleep. I took him back to the trailer for his nap and this is the goofy face i found.

One covered in licorice.

We had a lot of fun with the Albertsons, and Grandma and Grandpa Dye, playing games,

cooking out, fishing, and going for rides. But of coarse what is Memorial Day Weekend with out bad weather. We did spend a little more time in the trailer that we wanted to but we still had a good time together.

Mowing the lawn

2009-05-30T16:15:00.002-07:00

Parker loves his daddy, and he also loves anything loud, with wheel or that moves

he is so happy when he gets to go for a ride.

Every time we go into the garage he points to the lawn mower and the

four wheeler wanting to go for a ride and he is so up set when we get in the car instead.

Ok not the best Picture but he has a huge grin on his face!

Another Music Concert

2009-05-30T16:09:00.002-07:00

Paige had a music concert for the end of the school year and it was cute. She is so shy and bashful when she is in a big crowd. My Favorite song they sang is about a boa constrictor. It is so funny the way she pronounces it.
This years theme was "It's a Jungle out there" and all of the songs they sang had to do with animals. Each class took turns singing one song as a class with little masks they made.

She was so excited when she finally picked us out of the crowd.

She did a great job and loves to sing. But I am glad it is finally over.

Build A Bear

2009-05-15T16:46:00.005-07:00

Our First experience with the real build a bear was a good one I think.

I tried to talk Jared into just staying back at camp instead of heading to build a bear with Devan & Leslie, but no he had made up his mind he wanted to go for a ride.
I warned him that if we went we'd end up buying one for all the kids because they wouldn't go in a store like that and not ask for one. So Yes all 3 of the kids got one. They are so cute, I can't believe the accessories you can get to go with a stuffed animal. Purses, sunglasses, shoes, hats, cell phones, wands, cars, closets, you name it I am sure it was there.

First you pick out the animal you want, and then you get it stuffed, do a little dance,
and add a heart. Then you have to get it sewn shut, and then it is off for a bath. It was so neat, the girls stood on these petals and then air came out of the shower heads to clean any excess fur, or fluff off the bears. Then they gave them a good brushing and they were ready to be dressed.

Jared, Parker, and Grandpa sat aside and
watched the kids go nuts looking at all of their possibilities.

Clothes and shoes oh my...

My girls were in heaven they ran all over that store saying I want this, I want that, I told them they could choose 1 outfit and 1 accessory, and that made them think a little harder about what they really wanted.

So about $75 later Jared said that is enough lets go.

And believe it or not he even passed up the Denver Broncos outfit for Parker's little puppy

and settled on camouflage boxer shorts.

Kodie & Maddy

Paige & Allie

Parker & Big Dog

Aren't they just adorable?

We had a great time and enjoyed spending time together

and my girls are all ready planning the next trip.

Lagoon

2009-05-05T23:29:00.002-07:00

This weekend Kodie decided to participate in a dance competition at Lagoon.

So we packed up and pulled the trailer down, stopping at my mom's house Thursday and then leaving Friday afternoon to Lagoon. We rented an RV spot at the Lagoon campground. Devan, Leslie, and their family, because Marley competed also. Bruce and Layne Crockett, and Jesse and Marsha Dye also decided to come along for support and some fun away from home.

On Friday the weather was perfect, Parker crawled around on the grass at our camp spot, the girls went for walks, and we even cooked out side.

( Isn't he so cute in his new hat?)

But Saturday turned into something else.
It was pouring rain starting first thing in the morning, making it horrible conditions for a dance competition. But they always say that the show must go on. So we did. We bundled up bought umbrella's and ponchos, and walked into the park at 8am to prepare for the dancing.

(We are so glad you were able to come enjoy this with us.)

And then it was our turn....

Kodie did a great job and had a lot of fun despite the weather.

Paige on the other hand was a little board.

Marley's class also did very well and there are also a couple of girls in our ward that danced in her group. Madison Batchelor, and Tierra Swensen. It was fun to see them also. It was like one big family reunion, we saw all kinds of people we knew all day long.

Jared and I took the kids back to the trailer fixed lunch, and tried to get a little time to pass because it was of coarse still raining. And when Jared had had enough of sitting around he talked me into getting ready and going out to the rides. We left the kids with Jesse and Marsha for a couple of hours and ventured out into the rain. We went to the ride Wicked first and whooooa... I was not prepared for that. It scared the crap out of me but I am still here. Then of coarse the Colossus, the Spider, the Bat, just to name a few. Then when we were soaked from head to toe we headed back to the trailer to change and take care of the kids until the rain let up.

I think it was around 3 or maybe 4 when the weather finally decided to cooperate.

So we got the kids, and even Jesse and Marsha decided to head out for a walk around the park.

We took them to the Lady Bug hop, the kids swings, Puff the Magic Dragon, the mini Tidal Wave, Helicopters, etc.

Jared decided he'd take Parker on this one, he didn't like it too much but he wasn't screaming either, I think he was just a little unsure about what was going on.

We also hung out a little with the Wright family

This ride was the Bat and it ended up being Kodie and Marley's favorite one there. I think they went on this ride at least a dozen times.

Devan and Marley held Parker while we went on the train ride.

And by the end of the day Parker was so sick of riding in a stroller while Jared went on the Colossus a couple more times I let him out to wander.

I think he really wanted out of there, so we sent him and Paige back to the trailer with Jesse and Marsha again for the last hour or so. Kodie was so much fun this year she is starting to like some of the older kids rides and was able to run around a little bit more on her own.

Over all I think everyone enjoyed them selves despite the rain. We had fun and the kids are all ready talking about the next time we go.

Dance Recital

2009-05-05T16:55:00.004-07:00

Kodie and Paige both did a wonderful job at their recital. Believe it or not it was Kodie's 5th year in dance, and Jill gives them a 5 year trophy award for sticking with it for so long. She has waited and waited for this moment and is so proud of that trophy.

It is so nice that they are finally getting a little older and I can finally enjoy things like this and not be running around with my head chopped off. We always try to get the girls a rose from us for the recital

but it never fails that it is always a last minute thing. Jared ran to Smiths while I took the girls in and sat them with their classes. When will I ever learn to be prepared?

My 2 georgeous girls. Can we say Drama?

Marley & the girls posing for a photo together.

EASTER

2009-05-05T16:09:00.006-07:00

The Annual Dye Easter Egg Hunt.

Of coarse at Grandma Dyes (Jared's parents) house.

We always split the kids up in to 2 groups this year 5 and under go first and

their eggs are hidden in the front yard.

All lined up waiting for the count down.

My niece Carly offered to take Parker around for us.

Paige looking for her last couple of eggs.

Grandma is now helping her.

Jared is helping them count, and open the eggs so we can save them again for next year.

Now it is the older kids turn. 6 and up all lined up and ready to go.

Kodie is looking for her eggs.

Kodie and Carly counting to see if they are done.
Nope better go look for a couple more.

One more count.

Parker enjoying the weather and of coarse a little candy.

Later that night we of coarse had to color Easter eggs.

So everyone got in and out of the shower quickly so we could get started. .

Watching Dad and the girls do it just wasn't enough.

Finally after we were all yellow, green, pink and blue we could go to bed.

On Sunday morning Jared and I were the first ones up around 8. So we took our time got ready for church, showered etc. just waiting for the girls to get up. Finally they woke up around 9:30 and we were able to get on with the early morning festivities.

The Easter Egg hunt in the house(as if we didn't get enough of this the day before).

The Easter Bunny hides our Colored Easter eggs in the house for us to find.

Parker, Jared and his Easter basket.

Cool new Truck!!!

The girls and their Easter baskets. Puzzles, socks, silly puddy, and good Easter candy.

This CAN NOT be comfortable???

2009-05-05T16:03:00.002-07:00

Parker had just woke up for the morning and was eating breakfast, when I realized he had fallen asleep in his high chair. This is kind of odd for him he normally is up for at least a couple more hours before his nap.

I finally took him in and layed him in his crib and figured at least then he'd be comfortable. He probably slept this way for at least an hour. Crazy Boy!!!

Parker's Swing

2009-05-05T15:36:00.005-07:00

Parker got this swing for his birthday and has loved it the few times we have actually been able to use it. In Idaho the weather is always unpredictable.

He just laughs and laughs every time you push him.

Kodie and Paige did have to get a pose or two in with their brother.

My Baby is 1

2009-04-17T22:54:00.015-07:00

It is hard to believe Parker was born a whole year ago.

He is at such a fun age I don't want him to grow up. I love where he is at now and would be content with him staying this size, and age forever.

Parker really didn't care about opening presents, he just wanted to play with them, and Dad just kept things moving along way to quickly.

He loves his fuzzy soft blankets!

Nice and Clean but not for long...

The first bite...

All done a huge mess and now it is time for the tub.

He is glad to be clean :)

All tuckered out after his big busy day!

Oh my sweet boy....

2009-04-16T14:21:00.003-07:00

What can I say you are so adorable, and so loving.

You love to cuddle up to most anyone and give them hugs and kisses. I especially think it is

Cute when you cuddle up to a blanket, or stuffed animal on the floor. You love anything that is soft and fuzzy!

Learning to climb

2009-04-09T12:58:00.004-07:00

Hey Mom look at me!

My Dad and Ruth got him this toy for christmas thinking he'd walk with it. Not my BOY. he climbs on it. Ok and sometimes he walks with it. He was so cute when I got out the camera he started posing, waving, and playing peek a boo. He is sooooo cute.
I really thought he'd be walking before climbing, but I guess what does mom know?

I think we are definately going to be in trouble with this one.

Grandpa Leonard Wayne Christensen

2009-04-05T15:14:00.008-07:00

For the last 4 1/2 or 5 years Grandpa Christensen has been been a part of the DYE family.

Jesse and Marsha took him in and added on to their house for him. Although I know having him live there hasn't always been the easiest, I know they LOVED him imperfections and all.
We were lucky enough to visit with Grandpa Christensen on a regular basis. He always told us the same old stories and was thrilled to see the kids. We often heard of his loving wife, and his childern. His work at the site (because he knew that is where Jared worked), farming, etc. The kids were lucky to have known him and get to spend time with him. They loved swinging on the front porch, putting together puzzles and just enjoying his company. Even until his last days he was playing with the great grand kids stealing their noses and laughing with them.
I to have enjoyed getting to know him better.
I remember ocassionally helping out when Marsha would call, and I would go fix him lunch, and what I had intended being a short little visit turned into a couple of hours. We spent time chit chating, and putting together a couple of puzzles. Later Marsha told me that he had said "a pretty young lady came to visit me today".
I was happy to hear that compliment,
because as we know grandpa didn't give out many of those.

(MarShel, Jaylin & Seth)

Marsha & Sharon sitting by their Dad's side caring for him til the end.

Devan

Bob, Sharon, Janet, Marsha, Vicki, Alan, and Steve

Son, Husband, Father, Grandpa, Great Grandfather, Great Great Grandfather, and Friend.

We will miss you, and look forward to seeing you again one day.

The Boys: Bob, Alan, and Steve

The Girls: Marsha, Paula, Vicki, Janet, and Sharon

All the kids with their spouses.

Jared reaquainting him self with old friends and family.

Jesse, Kelli, and Marsha

Oh the games we Play!

2009-04-04T21:33:00.004-07:00

It has been a while (Februaray) but Joel, Amanda and Jefferson came down for a short visit,

a hair cut and a movie. We watched Fire Proof. It is a kind of cheesy film but has a really good message behind it, about how to "fire proof your marriage". I thought the message was great!

We loaded the boys in the laundry basket and Kodie and Paige gave them rides up and down the hall. They had a blast, and it was fun to see the boys playing together (they are 6 months apart).

Parker has discovered a new game, he likes to throw things down the stairs and over the legs of the chair which has become a permanent fixture at the top of our stairs since he has been on the move. Up over the leg, to the floor,

And over and over and over and over again.

Everyday life with my monsters at their best....

2009-03-21T08:49:00.010-07:00

Where do I begin?

I love my boy he is the sweetest little thing. He is a very good baby and he is almost 1 now. He is a momma's boy and I have to say I kind of like that. As the girls have gotten older they just don't like me as much as they use to. Infact we spend a lot of time arguing over really stupid things. And I think that makes me really appreciate my babies, they can't talk back, fight, slam doors, and cause drama YET.
However he is very spoiled and he does like attention and being held (which I am taking advantage of). This is Parker throwing a fit beacuse I am helping his sisters with their homework, and not spending all of my time and attention with him.

I love these big crocadile tears!

While I get ready every day he always seems to find me.

He is crawling into the bathroom for his MaMa.

And yes his first word is MaMa. I tell Jared it is because he loves me most.

He is just a little jealous, and told me the other day that I need to quit babying him

or he is going to grow up to be a wimp. I just told him he is a baby and as long as he loves me most I am going to take advantage of that.

Nap Time: crashed on the front room floor with a bottle and the boppy.

Parker is so fun he has also learned recently to wave bye-bye and Hi. When the girls leave in the mornings to catch the bus or when they come home he gets so excited and waves and then looks at me like am I doing this right?

His right hand waves at the wrist like in the picture but usually he has both hands going only his left hand just the fingers wave. I don't know how he does it. I am not coordinated enough to do that .

Homework time: This is the time of the day that I dread. I hate homework just as much as they do. I fight with them from the time they get home from school til bed time to get it done and sometimes that isn't even enough time. I have tried grounding them, extra chores, etc. and nothing seems to work.

Paige

Kodie

And Parker still wondering when it is his turn for the attention.

Sunday afternoon ritual: We all gather infront of the bigscreen in the basement with a big bowl of popcorn and blankets to watch a movie. I don't think I have watched a full movie yet I usually end up asleep.

Show time: This too is a daily ritual with girls in the house they are always trying to put together some song and dance routine that we all have to see before bed. Including our home teachers and any other guests we may have.
Bath time: I thought this was just the cutest thing ever so please excuse the PORN. There is just nothing cuter that a baby's bum expecialy when it is as chubby as my babies.

The girls were playing peek a boo with him, and he laughed so hard he peed all over the floor.

See aren't those cheeks just adorable?

Finally Bed Time: The girls do pretty well most of the time about bed. They know we mean business at the end of the day. Occasionally we do still have to get the through the I need a drink, my legs hurt, I have a headache, I don't feel well phases but when they are finally out for the night, I love just watching them sleep.They are so peaceful, and sweet when they are all asleep.:) Paige and Kodie both do this occasionally. We go down stairs to tuck them in and find that they chose not to sleep in their beds and have made some sort of weird bed on the couch in the princess tent, or they are in each others beds. Well this time it was paige and she made a bed in her room just inside the door in her bean bag. So Jared quietly moved her to her bed.

Mean while Parker thinks he is being sneaky and finds something to play with.

Valentines Day!!!

2009-03-21T08:24:00.003-07:00

Valentines Day!!!

The Girls love valentines day it is a fun day for them at school and this year we made their own valentines boxes for a change.

They enjoy looking through all of their valentines when they get home and see who gave them which ones. I think they are really looking for that cute boy in class to see if they he gave them that one that says I love you.

I don't really remember what we were doing on Valentines day I just remember we were busy. And that we didn't give the kids their valentines from us until bed time.
Jared always gives the girls a rose but this year we had a hard time finding one that looked good so we opted to give them a chocolate one instead and they loved it just as much. I got the kids a lollipop and a cute little stuffed Puppy they are all similar just different colors. I just feel bad Parker was allready asleep so I didn't get a picture of him with his. I was going to do it the next morning but of coarse I forgot. That is the story of my life.

So here is Parkers cute little puppy and I'll have to try a little harder next year for that photo.The girls were happy and so excited they took their puppies to bed and I'm sure played for a little while.

Another Hair Cut for Parker

2009-03-21T08:16:00.004-07:00

I had to try a new approach to cutting his hair. When Jared holds him it can be a bit difficult because I then have to work around Jared as well as a moving baby. So I tried standing him in the chair and having him watch in the mirror, it seems to help a little.
I think this is hair cut 4 or 5 now I can't believe how often he needs a hair cut.

Daniel was Ordained

2009-03-20T19:47:00.004-07:00

Today was a good day considering Dan was ordained an Elder. It was really neat and I am proud of him and his decision to go on a mission I think it will help him grow up a ton, and teach him to be independant and so much more.Dan & Grandma Rose Andersen

Ruth, Dad and Dan

Mom & Dan

He has now got all his papers in and we are just waiting to see where he will be called to serve.

Grandpas Funeral

2009-03-19T13:43:00.009-07:00

He loved hunting deer, elk, and pheasants with his kids, family and friends. Melvin had a great love for horses and became well known for his outstanding horsemanship. He was the strength of the Hyrum Saddle Club for over two decades, including serving as their President. The list goes on and on. Melvin served as the Grand marshal of the Hyrum City Fourth of July celebration, Hyrum Rodeo Chairman and many other callings and assignments. He truly was a pillar of our community.

He loved his Heavenly Father, his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, his Church, his wonderful family, and above all else, his precious wife and eternal soulmate, Rose.

Military Honor Gurard Tribute

Wednesday, January 28th, 2009

Hyrum City Cemetery
On behalf of the American Legion South Cache Post 47.

Melvin truly was one of us. He led us as our commander, and he served alongside us, his fellow veterans, for many many years. Melvin loved his country, the beauty of this wonderful valley and the mountains that surround us. His life was blessed with happiness and joy because he and men and women like him have served honorably and without hesitation to protect the freedoms we all enjoy in this great Country.

Following our Victory in the battle for independence, the Founding Fathers formed a new government by writing and ratifying the Constitution of the United States of America. It is to that document, and the government it laid out, that Melvin and all members of the military who serve honorably become brothers in arms.

When we take that oath we "solemnly swear to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic: that we will bear true faith and alleiance to the same." Melvin, and each of us serving in this military honorguard today, have taken this oath freely and bear witness to its sacred nature and obligation by swearing "So help me God." It is through this oath, and the military honors we render today, that we are bound together as brothers-past, present and future.

(Mom)

(Camille, Mason, & Dad)

(Brayden, Brylee, Chad, Nicole, and Aleisha)

Melvin's coffin is draped with the symbol of our Nation. It is under the Flag that we all serve. It is the flag that is carried into battle, and that flies over our many outposts and ships around the world. It is the Flag that is recognized, by friend, and foe alike, as a symbol of freedom as it flies over this Republic, "the land of the free, and the home of the brave." It is the Flag of the United States of America!

When folded the thirteen stripes will be enveloped by a "new Constellation of stars, " no longer separate states, no longer divided, now a union, "one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." It is to ensure and maintain that sacred goal that we serve our nation in life and death.

The three volleys come from and old battle field custom. The two warring sides would cease hostilities to clear their dead from the battlefield, and the firing of the three volleys meant that the dead had been properly cared for and the side was ready to resume the battle. Melvin Andersen has been properly cared for and his mortal battles are over. We must now resume the battle where he left off.

As a Bugle Call, Taps was first played to signal "extinguish the lamps" or "lights out." When the Civil War ended in 1865 it also became the final farewell at military funerals. Here are a couple of those verses:

"Go to sleep, peaceful sleep, may the soldier or sailor God keep,

on the land or the deep, safe in sleep."

"Day is done, gone the sun, from the hills, from the lake, from the sky.

All is well, safely rest, God is nigh."

And so for, Brother Melvin Andersen, good friend, brother in arms, loyal and patriotic American, may God bless and keep you and your family and these United States of America.

Grandpa you are missed and loved by many.

We love you and will see you again one day.

A tribute to my Grandpa Melvin Keith Andersen

2009-03-18T17:08:00.006-07:00

Melvin Keith Andersen

born: Nov. 7th 1923

He served in the United States Navy

Rose & Melvin Andersen
Married
Dec. 3oth 1942

He spent World War II

on the USS Intrepid

He also served in the United States Air Force

One of his most loved hobbies was horse riding.

I don't know how many horses he has had in his lifetime but

I probably know of at least 6 that he has owned during mine.

Me and Moe in grandpas cowboy hats.

He often rode the horses down the street to our house to give us kids rides around the block.

They were there for Jared and I when we went through the temple

We had fun times camping with Grandma & Grandpa at Family Reunions.

(Paige with Grandpa.)

I think this photo was at one of their Birthday Parties

Grandma and Grandpa with my kids.

Grandma and Grandpa were married for 66 years.

I hope I can follow in their footsteps, and grow old with my hubby even though some days I may think other wise. I've gotten to see how much they love each other and how close they really were these last few years and I think that time together made the 66 years worth every last minute they spent together.

Having fun together!

2009-03-18T16:50:00.004-07:00

Ok I know it has been forever since I have up dated this but I have been busy or at least that is what I am telling my self. These pictures are from January, when Parker started pulling himself up to the furniture. He has gotten so big so fast, It is kind of sad. :( Kodie discovered she could put parker on theis little lawn mower toy he got for christmas and push him around the house he thinks it is the coolest thing. We just have to watch carefully and makesure he doesn't fall off and that there are no quick stops or he goes flying off of the front but he grins ear to ear when his sisters play with him. He loves them very much.

What cute little belly rolls!!! :)Look at us go!!!

Busy, Busy, Busy

2009-01-21T08:46:00.001-07:00

Bridal Season has officially begun! We have been to 2 bridal fairs allready this year

and we have had a great response. These are some of the cakes we took with us this year and I am proud to say I designed a couple of them. I has been fun but super busy since I have taken over Desi's cake finances, designs, and appointments. My house, kids and husband have been neglected. I am glad the shows are now over and I can focus a little more on what really matters at home.

Christmas at the Dyes this year...

2008-12-30T22:13:00.007-07:00

Our Christmas didn't start off so well Jared hasn't felt well since he came home from the hospital but we thought it was due to the surgery but maybe not. I ended up with the flu on the 24th. Desi came and took the girls for the day and then Leslie took Parker. I was so thankful. There is nothing worse than to have the flu and still have to take care of kids and even worse a baby. Kodie came home that night and also ended up sick. But thankfully we were all feeling pretty good come morning. Kodie was so funny this year. She was so excited to catch Santa and almost did. Or so she thought. She woke up about 4:30 am and said "Mom, I think I hear Santa". I told her to go and see. She came back with a dissapointed look and said. "Mom he didn't come". I said "well go back to bed maybe he just hasn't made it here yet. " So she did, and a half hour later 5:00am she was back up thinking that she heard him again. So I got up with her and walked out into the hall way and once again she had this dissapointed look on her face. She only looked under the tree and saw that there weren't any more gifts. I said to her " Does Santa ever leave your presents under the tree???" She got the biggest smile on her face and then walked out into the front room further. She started yelling "WE GOT THE WII, WE GOT THE WII" she woke Jared up who was down stairs sleeping in the chair and so we got Paige up and opened presents. She and Paige were both excited, happy and very greatful for their gifts.

Polly Pockets, Puppies, Jackets, sleeping bags, dolls, a password journal, bean bag, Heelies, a Wii what more could they ask for???

Balls, balls and more balls. He was happy!!!

Jared got a DS.

Sing it on the WII.

We had toys strung all over the house. Everywhere was open game even the kitchen floor.

Tuckered out after an early morning.

Family Update

2008-12-30T21:32:00.006-07:00

Kodie has now lost both of her front teeth! Jared took the girls along with Carly, and Savannah on a sleigh ride behind the 4 wheeler to deliver our neighborhood goodies.
Jared had surgery once again this time on his stomach for his acid reflux. Hopefully this will be the last of them for quite some time I'm really tired and don't know how much more of this hospital stuff I can handle.

Jared has been really sick since we have came home from the hospital. He has swelling, soreness, and nausea, spent an additional night in the hospital because he just hasn't felt well at all. We were a little scared maybe there were worse complications from the surgery but the doctors assure us that he will be ok and that these side effects are nothing to worry about.
And yes I am still waiting for him to feel better.

My Grandpa Andersen

It has been about 3 weeks now since my Grandpa was taken to the hospital and diagonosed with Spinal Menengitis. He was in out of conciousness and we were all a little unsure of what was going to happen. He has been on antibiotics for 3 weeks, has a feeding tube, and is now in transitional care instead of ICU. He is gradually getting better although now he needs to go through physical therapy and hopefully he will be able to eat again soon today he was asking for Ice Cream. It was good to see him and know that he still knows who I am and could talk to me a little, even though he is hard to understand.

Today was my Grandparents 66th Wedding anniversary!!!

More...

2008-12-19T15:23:00.004-07:00

Kodie finally lost one of her front teeth.

At the Dyes Family Christmas Party
we do the same thing every year and this is how the agenda goes.
1. We usually eat dinner which consists of a bunch of Yummy soups, veggie trays, rolls, and Christmas goodies.
2. Then we listen to The Night Before Christmas and watch the pictures on Grandmas old black Scroll box.

3. We sing Christmas carols and wait for Santa to arrive.
All of the kids, adults, and any other strays we have brought along that year take turns being called up to his lap and discuss what we all want for Christmas.

Kodie

Paige

Parker

Jared & I

4. Then the kids play out the Christmas Nativity

Kodie is Mary

Marley a Donkey

& MaKadey is Joseph

Paige is an angel

and here is the whole clan.

Sheppard's, Wise men and all!!!

Here is Parker and (soon to be) Uncle Josh

5. We then have to clean up the massive mess we have all made and brought to the party along with all of the Christmas gifts and goodies everyone exchanges. The kids had a blast as usual hanging out with all their cousins and playing late into the night. And once again it is over until next year.

Over Thanksgiving break when we were in Utah I made a special trip to my Grandma Andersens to learn how to make her Raisin Cake it is one of my favorites and no one can make it and have it taste like hers. So I went to learn from the expert her self.

I am so glad I did I got to spend a couple of hours with her and my grandpa and I think I know why no one else can make the cake like she does. She measures everything with normal silverware instead of measuring spoons, and everything is a heaping tsp. or Tbsp. witch equals 2 or 3 of them.

Shortly after I visited (Dec. 11th) my Grandpa ended up getting an ambulance ride to the hospital he decided not to wake up one morning. He was only unconscious but because he had Spinal Meningitis he was admitted to the ICU. He has now been in the hospital for a week and seems to slowly be doing a little better. He has been on heavy antibiotics, pain medication, and had a feeding tube to try and get his strength up. He wakes up occasionally and still knows where he is, who everyone is, and still has his humor. But he sleeps an awful lot. Mom said he did get moved out of ICU but the family is doing a fast for him and hope they hope he will be able to go home sometime soon.

I have made 7 batches & 70 small loafs of Grandmas Raisin Cake to hand out to friends neighbors, and family for Christmas and mine I have to say is just as good as hers. I'm glad I got to learn this from her.

Parker loved the batter and he made a huge mess!

The Raisins.

The Perfect little Cakes!!! :)

Finally a new post!!!

2008-12-19T11:15:00.011-07:00

Ok it has been quite a while since my last post and it isn't because there has been nothing going on. It is because I have been TOOOO busy. The only reason I have time now is because I am in the Hospital waiting room while Jared gets surgery today. And the hospital has wireless internet and I will be here all day.

Well I don't know where to start so here we go and in no particular order...

I finally got a new CAMERA I love it and can't wait till I learn more about how it works. I have been snapping photos like crazy and these are just a few.
Pictures of Parker, we have tons of them these are just one from hundreds I've been shooting. I'm trying to get a good one of him doing all the goofy things he does and of coarse I have to take about 50 each time I get the camera out.These are a few photos we took on a 15 minute photo shoot to try and get a family photo for christmas cards. The kids and Husbands weren't too cooperative since it was cold and Jared was in a hurry to go to a ball game. Go Figure what is more important Family Photo or Ball Game???

Kelli & Quinns I think turned out good this is just one of maybe 10 we took.

Parker Driving? It was too cold to get him out to do more photos than we needed to.Kodie & PaigeThis is the Photo I finally decided to use.
Kelli did well taking it considering she had us to work with.

Decorating the Christmas tree
Kodie's Second Grade Christmas Music Concert

One of Shelley's JV Basket ball Games
Eric #21 is playing and does quite well when they let him play.

Thanksgiving Dinner at moms house was delicious. We just ate a few hours later than expected but that is nothing new when we all get together we loose track of time and none of us are ever on time. Why should dinner be any different:)
Goofy Girls Kodie, Paige,& my neice Brylee

Brayden my Nephew is so cute but can sometimes be a handful. Bryce, Jared, Chad and Nate were giving the kids 4 wheeler rides after dinner.
Paige fell on ther face while goofing off and really hurt her nose, but Jared and Camille both said there is nothing they can do for a broken nose unless it is really out of place. So we Iced it and put her to sleep after about an hour or so of crying.
Grandma is rocking Parker to sleep!

Kristy's Baby

2008-11-25T11:54:00.006-07:00

Logan Michael Skoy born November 24th 2008 6lbs. 11oz. and SOOOOO Cute!

Kristy is looking great and feeling even better than she expected.

I am so happy for them and their new little addition to their family
Parker is so funny when he sees him he seems as if he all ready has this great friendship and they just talk back and forth to each other smile and make noises.

He gets so excited to see him it is kind of funny! Congratulations!!!!

Our 9 Year anniversary

2008-11-17T22:29:00.002-07:00

I can't believe it has been 9 years (November 12, 1999).

Look at us we look so young. (I guess we were 24 & 20)

Some days it seems so impossible that it was so long ago it just seems like Yesterday. Then I really think about it and I have 3 kids, & my oldest is 8. I still feel young, with the exception of being tired, aching joints and a body that is definately out of shape.

9 years ago I know I would have never complained about a lack of sleep.

I was up all night having fun!!!

Sometimes I wish I could go back to those days of feeling youg and foolish. Love Ya Jared!

It has been an awsome adventure and I look forward to many more.

Photo Shoot with Savannah for the Baptism

2008-10-29T22:00:00.004-07:00

Korryn and I took the girls over by the river by my house and got a few really cute photos of them together that we are going to use for the program and stuff. check them out.

Can you believe just 8 years ago they looked like this???

There are probably about 100 photos we took these are just a couple of my favorites!

Kelli is going to be making a slide show dvd with all of the pictures we took and more we scaned in from when they were younger I'm excited to see it.

One Busy Week

2008-10-29T20:39:00.008-07:00

This week is a crazy one, Monday Kristy and I made some of those cake pops for Kodie to take to dance, school and for her party treats. I don't recomend them, they are a lot of work, and of coarse this was my first time making them so we were experimenting. They turned out good, and I think they tase good everyone liked them.(but I have tried hard not to0) Then we carved our pumpkins for family home evening, got the girls in the shower, and then in to bed.
Tuesday was Kodie's 8th birthday so I tried to clean the house, wrap gifts, go to dancing, then come home make dinner, open Presents, and then off to bed.
Wednesday after getting the kids to school, I ran to town to get Kodie's birthday cake for her party, then I hurried home. The kids came home with the girls off the bus, and then we partied hard. We played the pig snort game, the one where you have to open a package with mittens and forks, and then we opened presents, ate cake and ice cream, and one last game while the parents came to get the kids. Then dinner, clean up, home work, and back to bed.

Tomarrow(Thursday)The kids get to kind of dress up today because they don't have school on Halloween. I have visiting Teachers coming at 11, then I have to make a dessert for the ward party at 6, and then it is one of the state playoff football games for Shelley at 7. and once again the normal every day things, like dinner, and bed.

Friday it's Halloween, I always look forward to this holiday it is my favorite. But I have to make desserts for Kodie's Baptism, and the kids will be home ALL DAY!!! And hopefully some of the Family will start to show up, and maybe go trick or treating with us. Kodie was a Vampire, Paige a Funny Clown Witch, and Parker a Lion.

Saturday I had to wake up early, get Kodie ready, and bake a bunch of potatoes for the luncheon after Kodie's baptism at 1:00. It was great to spend that special day with lots of family and friends. I was excited and I know Kodie was too. I was looking forward to just spending the rest of the day at home being lazy. :) But Jared wasn't feeling well at all he actually ended up sleeping in the car during the luncheon and later was very sick with the flu. Now I'm just hoping the rest of us don't get it. Here are a few photos from the baptism.

Baptism Announcement

2008-10-16T15:51:00.004-07:00

Today I threw together Kodie's baptism announcement now I just have to get it printed!

Fun Photo Shoot

2008-10-16T10:31:00.008-07:00

Kristy and I took our kids out for a photo shoot thinking it would be fun and maybe we could get some really cute photos of the kids. Kodie was very excited, she loves this kind of thing, she is so photogenic. Paige on the other hand was very defiant she did not want to cooperate so she spent the majority of the time in the car. ( I don't think the late night sleep over at Aunt Desi's house the night before helped any I think she was very tired.) Here are a few of the photos I took out by Kelli's house I think they look great and I'm excited to make her baptism announcements from them.

She has become a beautiful Girl and is usually very helpful I am glad she's mine and I wouldn't trade her for any other! :)

Here are a few other fun photos we captured that day:)

I took these photos to do a suprise project for Jared for Christmas I hope he likes it!

THAT'S ALL FOLKS!!!

Potato Harvest

2008-10-02T21:09:00.002-07:00

We have been busy this fall bottling and canning anything from beans, beats, peaches, pears, carrots, potatoes, and salsa to make our food storage awesome, but to tell ya the truth, I'm VERY tired. Monday Kelli, CharReese, and I bottled the last of it (I hope). But On Tuesday we were all together again gleaning fields for potatoes. Take a look, we had a lot of fun and we got quite a few considering we were only there for about 2 hours. Grandma Dye

Kodie & Paige

Huge French Fry Potatoes :)

Kodie & Breanna

Kodie & Paige

Kelli & Tawnya & her kids

CharReese, Jessie & a cousin.

Thanks, Courtney for taking us to this potatoe gold mine!

Parkers first hair cut

2008-10-02T20:37:00.002-07:00

Parker is almost 6 months old and I have tried to put off cutting his hair as long as I can, but I think it is finally time. I'm kind of sad to see those cute little locks go, and I know it will make him look even older than he allready does but it is out of control. so here it goes!!!

HIS BEFORE PICTURE....

HIS AFTER PICTURE!!! What do ya think???