Noah, Bailey, and Payton

A few weeks ago we spent the evening at my sister-in-law's house. My kids had a fun time playing with their cousins, Noah, Bailey, and Payton! We're also soooo excited to have a new baby in the family in February! Congrats, Toni and Tim!!!!

My New Neighbor

My brother is currently building a new house right next door to me. It will be so cool to have Travis and Aaron grow up right next to each other. They are already the best of friends. I'm sure there will be long days of playing in the woods and catching snakes in their future! Carl and Jesse's house is GORGEOUS, and they will be moving in around July 20th! Carl is building a rock wall in the front yard, and one day Brian Burch came to help (another pair who have been friends their entire life!).

Enjoying the Sun!

This week has been soooo beautiful! We have been spending a lot of time outside soaking up the sun! Tuesday we went to Myers Lake and the kids enjoyed playing in the lake, in the sand, and on the playground. We also had a picnic there with Grandma Jean! Yesterday we bought another kiddie pool (that makes 3!) and the kids had fun jumping from pool to pool and running through the sprinkler! Cheap entertainment!
Last night Bryan went on a Guys only camping trip for 4 nights! He must have felt a bit guilty, because I got 2 dozen roses before he left! But he deserves a nice break and relaxation time. He's such a great husband and FABULOUS father!

Here are some pics.... enjoy!


Poor Travis was not feeling so well! This is how he spent the day! :(

Here I am with my beautiful roses!


And Rylee wanted a shot of her with the roses too!


Just a cute picture of Aaron eating lunch!


Here are the kids trying out the new pool! That hose water is COLD!!


Jaden and Aunt Maria came over to play with us too!


Tyson loved being in the pool! He got in and out, in and out, in and out!


Uh oh! Is this a happy face or sad face?


Rylee in her little bikini!


Grandma Jean walked Tyson in and out of the lake a hundred times!


Rylee and Travis taking a break from swimming in the lake!


Look at his white tummy!


A little picnic at the lake!



The kids love when I put their initials on their bodies when I apply sunscreen! They spell "RAT!"

A Day with the Boys

My mom spent the day with Rylee, so I just had Travis, Tyson, and Aaron today. It's pretty funny, because when I only have 3 kids, I feel like I can go out and do ANYTHING! It's really MUCH easier than taking 5 or 6! So we went out to Centerpoint Mall. I'm a fan of this place! It has Steve and Barry's, Old Navy, and a brand new, really nice play area! The boys had such a fun time. It's so nice to get out of the house. Plus it was so stinking hot outside today, so it was the perfect activity for us! Here are some shots of the boys!!

Dance Recital

This weekend Rylee and I were in a dance recital. It was so much fun! I haven't been in a recital since my sophomore year in college, and this was Rylee's first. Rylee was definitely the best in her class, and she looked absolutely beautiful! I think it's quite clear that the good dancer genes are in her blood! Thanks to Aunt Maria who did her hair and make-up! Megan and I were even in a tap dance together with the teachers. We had a great time... just like the good ol' days!

I never realized we have the EXACT same
chin!! Who knew??!!