We are back!

We just got back from Utah last night. We had such a great time. The main reason we went was because my very best friend, Hayley, got married. Congratulations to Hayley and Garrett. I am so very happy for them! I can't believe these are the only pictures I got of the 2 of them.I love Garrett's face in this one, even if you can only see part of it.The other cool thing about the wedding was that all 5 of my roommates from my freshman year at Ricks were there. It was so great seeing all of them and talking about what they are up to. So much fun!!!

Our week started out with some sledding.
Parker looks like a little marshmallow and he had a hard time walking. It was kind of funny.This is the first hill we went down. It wasn't long enough, so we had to move on.This is the hill we ended on, not very steep but much longer.And there was a jump at the end. How fun is that!Parker even liked it.

Then Chris took the boys skiing. They had so much fun and they did great. This was Riley's first time and Jacob's second. Great job boys!
Chris chillin on the lift.

Then we ended our trip with a carnival in the front yard. We really want to thank my sister-in-law, Catherine, and her husband, Nic, for letting us stay at their house with them. They were so great to us. They even rented a jumping castle and a cotton candy maker for our last day there. The boys will always want to go visit Aunt Catherine and Uncle Nic. The jumping castle was almost as big as the house.Parker loved every minute in the jumping castle. The beach balls made it even more fun!Who gets their very own carnival in their front yard? How great is this!

Catherine and Nic making the cotton candy. There was cotton candy all over the place. Thanks again you guys for all the fun. We love and miss you guys all ready. The boys already asked if we can go back to your house next weekend. Too bad the drive is so long.

Christmas overview

We always open pajamas on Christmas Eve.Making cookies for Santa. Do you think he got sick from all the sprinkles?The only thing the boys wanted for Christmas was a Wii. So, that is all they got. They were really excited.Parker wasn't feeling well. He didn't want to open any presents. Then he got a pack of 4 different balls and he couldn't let go of them.The whole crazy family. It's amazing that we got one with everyone looking. I love this picture of my parents with all of their grandkids.
All the girls.All the boys.

Apple Festival

We had our annual Apple Festival here and they have the kids draw pictures for it. Then they pick 2 from each class to be judged. Jacob's picture was picked. He was so excited to have us come and see his picture. He did not win but he did get a participation ribbon, all he really wanted was a ribbon. I might be prejudice but I think that his was the best one there. All the other was just of apple trees with apples falling off them. Jacob's was by far the most creative, no one else had a Mr. Apple. Great job Jacob!

Oh Christmas Tree

I keep forgetting to post these pictures. We set up our tree on the 1st for FHE. Jacob and Riley pretty much did it all on their own. All I did was put on the lights, the 3 glass ornaments on top, and the hat. The boys did the rest. They did such a great job and had a blast doing it!

Family picture time

We finally got our family picture taken for our Christmas cards. We always seem to wait until the last minute. Sorry, but I think I have the cutest kids and dog (I can't forget Moo because she is my little girl). I think my favorite picture is the one I used in my header. What do you guys think?

Santa

We had our annual Christmas parade and Santa was at the end. The kids got to go and sit on Santa's lap after. Parker was not very excited about it.

Stevie's Project

My sister, Stevie, had to do a project for her photography class. The project was to put pictures to a song. She decided to use Chris and Riley. Here is her final project. She did a great job. My favorite part is the picture of me holding both of their hands and Riley is looking at my butt. That part makes me laugh so hard.