Thursday, September 27, 2007

Soccer!

Besides working on the house, we have been doing a lot of soccer lately. So, I thought I would share a couple of pictures.

Sydney, the power-house!
Tanner being the goalie! HE is an AWESOME Goalie! Not much got past him.

Tyler is unstoppable. He was the only one really working out on that field. He made 3 goals that day! He's so good and so fun to watch, but he really has an attitude. At practice, the coach put him in a different position, and he was so mad he told him he didn't want to play. He said that he is "center" and everyone else sucks at it. Yikes! We had a talk that night. Who does he think he is?



Tyler is sitting on the field here because he just made a goal and kicked it sideways.



Thursday, September 20, 2007

Happy Birthday!!!!

Happy Birthday to you, Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday dear BEEETthhh, Happy birthday to YOUUUU!!!!! You don't look like a monkey, and you smell better tooo!!!

You are one of my favorite people ever, and definitely my FAVORITE sister! I love you and miss you! Hope you have a great day!!! 30...that makes ME feel old:)

10 Reasons to LOVE Beth:

1. She is the best mom EVER! You can not get any better than Beth. She loves and adores her girls and they know it. She should have 20 more because they are so cute and she is soooo goood at it.

2. She is the most organized person you will ever meet. Everything has its place and time. Her refrigerator is always clean, her house is always organized, and her girls have specific spots for specific toys. Before she goes to bed at night, she runs around and cleans up everything that is out of place. When she does work on the side, she fits that in at naptime and after the girls go to bed...in the allotted time. I, on the other hand, have a different theory....I don't have one!

3. She is the best employee ever. If you have known Beth for a long time, you may know about some of her jobs. Well, she still keeps in-touch with about half of her bosses or fellow employees because she was so well liked by everyone she has worked with. Organized, skilled, and efficient, who wouldn't want her to work for them?

4. The funniest person alive. She kills me!!! I love her sense of humor! She takes an ordinary day and finds a lot to laugh about. Like her blog...does she ever not make you laugh? Her kids must have gotten her humor too.

5. She is driven!!! If Beth decides she is going to do something, watch out! Look at this diet and excercise thing she has done...nothing is going to stop her! Go Girl!!! You look awesome!

6. The best photographer...check out her pictures!! I think she has found a new calling in life. She should do it professionally! If you forgot your camera, don't worry, Beth will have hers, it is just strapped to her hip! She catches some of the best moments on camera!

7. The best writer ever. She needs to write a book. I have told her that for years! Whenever she writes, you feel like you are talking to her. She can relate to everyone...she would sell millions!

8. She is the best friend anyone could ever have! Beth has always had soooo mannny goood friends. She collects them. They are attracted to her for good reason. She will do anything for you, anytime. And, she won't forget your birthday, or your kids birthdays...even when she's busy and overwhelmed. You can talk to her about anything without being judged, she will accept anyone just the way they are. I love her!!!!

9. She is the best wife. I know, Kyle, this is your job to claim this, but I have to say, that she is pretty darn good at it. She loves and supports Kyle through everything, and he has a lot going on right now!!!

10. And last, but not least, she is the best sister ever!!! She still likes me even though I was a brat to her....doesn't that say it all? When I was scared, she shared her single bed with me. When I wanted the coveted name for my doll, she let me have it. When I got married and picked a yucky dress for my bridesmaids, she wore it with a smile. When I had a baby (or two), she was here. When I have a birthday, I get a card or present in the mail. When my boys got baptized, she was here. She drops everything to support me and love me even when I'm not always so prompt. I feel lucky to have a sister so amazing! I love you to pieces!
Happy Birthday!

(I apologize for the picture...it is a little old and it doesn't capture you in all of your hottness that you have going on now, but I thought you looked cute with all these kids around you.)

Friday, September 7, 2007

First Day of School

Well, I had to fight for the shots I got. I know, they are lame! Syd is the only one that would pose, as you can see. Tyler was screaming at me ,"NOOO MOOOOM!" Tanner was just sly and got away with only being in the background. They were embarassed and couldn't believe I was trying to take their pictures at school! Oh well.
So, I couldn't wait for school to start and now I am wondering what my rush was. We have dove head-first into homework already. Yikes! I didn't get too much sleep last night because I was worried about Tyler and if he will do ok in the 3rd grade. Last night was his second crying episode saying he hated third grade. So, this morning, I woke him up early and we worked together on his homework that seemed impossible to him last night. He did great! Phew! I don't think I knew what I was in for when I jumped on the motherhood wagon! It sure is a bumpy ride!!!



Labor Day Weekend

Crazy life!!! Labor day weekend we had some friends we know from Portland come over with their (6) kids and camp out in our front yard. It was a lot of fun and a great end to summer. Our kids had a blast with theirs. We played on the boat and ate lots of yummy food. You can't ask for more, right?!


Tyler looks creepy in this shot...but I thought it was cool. He wouldn't get out of the picture, or in for that matter.
Sydney & Halley are 5 days apart and loved each other. Can you tell? When Syd was born they brought their new baby (Halley) over and brought us dinner. How cool is that?!
Another ever-famous hammock shot with most of the kids. Taylor, I thought you might like to know that the cutie in the middle there is a Sophmore and very available. He left his longboard skateboard here for the boys as a birthday present. They were thrilled! He couldn't be any cooler in their eyes!

Tyler really liked Louis, can you tell? He brought his go-cart with him and ended up trading the boys for one of their little 50 motorcycles. We are now proud owners of a really cool go-cart. I love it! It just makes you giggle when you're driving cause it's so fun! (What's that in the background?! For those of you looking for house pics. Oops!) The little guy in the picture is Bliss (that is his name, not the way he is).