It's Great to be Eight

I know it's been awhile since our last update but, better late then never. right ?;)

On the 14th Jacob had his Birthday it's hard to believe he is already Eight. My how the time flies
We had the family over for cake and ice cream, and the fabulous family talk we all love. HAHAHA

Jacob's cousin's playing some laser tag

Checking out his new Robot

Transformers, more then meets the eye.
I know that was tacky

Another Robot!?

Who doesn't love opening up presents!??


We are so proud of him, considering what he has been through this past year. Love ya Bud!!!

Temple Square

We went to Temple Square last Friday with Linda's sister's family. Here are a few pictures from that night.

Pretty in pink

Isn't she a cutie



The kids didn't show up to well in the picture, Jesus was to bright


Trying to get all of them to look the same way.

Christmas Tag.....the gift that keeps on giving

1. Wrapping paper or gift bags? Both..
2. Real tree or Artificial? Artificial
3. When do you put up the tree? Week of Thanksgiving
4. When do you take the tree down? During the first week of Jan.
5. Do you like eggnog? Ewwww..... My family loves it though
6. Favorite gift received as a child? cd player
7. Hardest person to buy for? My Parents! I NEVER know what to get them, especially my dad!
8. Easiest person to buy for? Me of course, my kids are pretty easy too.
9. Do you have a nativity scene? A small one my mom gave me
10. Mail or email Christmas cards? Mail...When I feel like it, and I don't make my cards
11.Worst Christmas gift you ever received? Can't really think of anything...
12. Favorite Christmas Movie? Miracle on 34th Street
13. When do you start shopping for Christmas? I try to start in October
14. Have you ever recycled a Christmas present? Yep, hey, I have no shame! One mans trash is another mans treasure, right??
15. Favorite thing to eat at Christmas? Hmmm... I like it all.
16. Lights on the tree? How can you not have lights on the tree?
17. Favorite Christmas song? Where are you Christmas!!
18. Travel at Christmas or stay home?Home so far, maybe one year we could travel.. What do you think Jarrod??
19. Can you name all of Santa's reindeer's? Donner, Blitzen, Comet, Cupid, Vixen, Dasher, Prancer, Dancer
20. Angel on the tree top or a star? Ok, I know this might sound weird, but I have a Santa Claus.
21. Open the presents Christmas Eve or morning? One the night before....usally PJ's
22. Most annoying thing about this time of the year? Long lines, Crazy People who don't know how to drive, No Parking anywhere !
23. Favorite ornament theme or color? I can't think of just one... many
24. Favorite Christmas dinner? Anything I don't have to cook
25. What do you want for Christmas this year? My family to be happy:)

(I Tag whoever wants to be in the Christmas Spirit!!!)

What's Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

Ok this was really fun and it's surprising how true it is!!!

What Linda Means
You are relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with the flow.You are light hearted and accepting. You don't get worked up easily.Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what your secret to life is.You tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get you excited... which can be a good or bad thing.You have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. You don't stick with any one thing for very long.You have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Your biggest problem is making sure you finish the projects you start.You are very intuitive and wise. You understand the world better than most people.You also have a very active imagination. You often get carried away with your thoughts.You are prone to a little paranoia and jealousy. You sometimes go overboard in interpreting signals.You are balanced, orderly, and organized. You like your ducks in a row.You are powerful and competent, especially in the workplace.People can see you as stubborn and headstrong. You definitely have a dominant personality.You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic “Type A” personality

Are you having lead for dinner tonight? To the chef in the home..... are you serving up lead for dinner every night, along with that favorite meal you painstakingly prepare? There's more to your favorite dish than meats the eye. In fact you really ought to check out the "Dish" you served your favorite "Dish"..... on! That's right, everyone should take a serious look at the bottom of their plates and see if it reads "Made in CHINA??? It seems the Chinese don't really care what we Americans are having for dinner tonight. Who knows maybe they are secretively trying to kill us from within! Lead poisening is serious business and I am happy to report a couple of facts to you today. "Joy in the Garden," She was giving her speal on putting her garden to bed when she launched into this lengthy discourse on how she refuses to buy anything made in China. She told of the myriad of hours of extra time it takes to find what she needs with out financialy backing China. I was impressed to say the least with her dedication to skimming a few cents from China's pocket. What's got into this woman I thought? Who cares if it's made in China? That's the problem ---- not enough people care what China is doing to the inner workings of our great nations economy. Most American's are stupid as well as lazy and I would like to add greedy to that list! In fact after our new President was announced ---- I learned that over half of the American People are indeed stupid! Hahahahah (smirky grin) :) Just kidding!" (not!) The man our country just elected as our 'Fearless Leader' will have his chance to prove himself. I just hope I don't see white porcelain swirling before my eyes if our country get's flushed in his ideas to take from the rich and give to the poor. Ok, so back to the China thing; Why don't Americans back America? I told you, because we're stupid! And we are also fickle in choosing to buy everything made somewhere else; we are only hurting ourselves. Ok, I've gone on long enough. You get the point. Click here for a report from Channel 2 news "Get Gephardt", and join me and Joy in buying American made products! Joy in the garden ---- what a woman!

Linda's trip to Park City
Linda and a few friend's went to Park city for a girl's only weekend.Here are a few pics for those that bug us about updates.

Dawn and Melissa

Linda, Melissa, and Dawn

Our view from the house




The House we stayed in.

Linda and Dawn

Happy Halloween


Shaylee showing off her face painting



We had to go back to the old neighborhood and see a few friends
Here they are at our old house, Jarrod couldn't get out of there fast enough




Here are the kids and their cousins at the Willard Trunk -Or-Treat

Jacob took off his mask for this Halloween

Checking out the Candy!!!!


MMMMM twinkie!!!!

Last Monday we went to Jacob's football game. He is starting to get the hang of it, now if he would get a little more aggressive.

Jacob drawing up the defence


Jacob wants the ball

Here he is at QB

Ready set, hike




Jacob blocking

Look how serious

Linda and Shaylee enjoying the game

Shaylee

I guess were are doing kiddo tag, Stacy is to blame. At least we can update our blog with something. So here are 5 things about her.

1. Shaylee is our little artist. She is very creative, and loves to design new projects. We don't know where she got her talent from because she didn't get it from her parents.

2. She loves her dog. Sadie is her pride and joy. She treats her like a little baby as you can see from the picture.

3. Shaylee is very sensitive. She gets her feelings hurt very easily, but she also is very loving. She cares for everyone, even her brother "although she won't admit it". She is a good friend and tries to comfort friends when they get their feelings hurt.

4. Shaylee is Daddy's little girl Shaylee loves her Dad, she is always excited to see him. She is always trying to be one of the guy's with him. Especially, when riding her motorcycle around with him. I guess if the artist thing don't work out maybe she will race. ;) "Linda does not know how she feels about that one......."

5. Shaylee loves school Shaylee loves her teacher, he says she is doing very well. She did a book report on Katie Kazoo switch a roo, Who is afraid of fourth grade? She was a little nervous, it took a little bribing from her mom to get her in front of the class. But she did it and received 100% we are so proud of her.

Shaylee we love you tons, and we are glad you are our Daughter.

Now we Kiddo tag:

Mckenzie B.
Kaden B.
Brooklyn B.
Cody B.
Les B. "yes he is still a kid at heart"

Just kidding Stacy;) OK here is the real list:

Mckenzie B
Maddie J.
Dakota B.
Kennady L.
Chloee M.

Camping at Vernal

Over Labor day weekend we went camping with the Family. We went with Jarrod's parents who brought Amaya with them since her parents didn't want to come, and his sisters family. We camped at Steinaker Lake, and went to the Dinosaur Museum. The kids had lots of fun with their cousins.


Brooklyn feeding Jarrod, look Stacy's in the background haha


Kids playing ladder golf


Anyone going to swim? "Looks Cold!"


Shaylee and Mckenzie testing the water to see if they want to race to Jarrod


Mckenzie Won!


Jarrod needs some sun!


Kaden and Amaya hanging out at the water


Aren't they cute!


Grandpa don't drop me!


The boy's hanging out on the beach, they were afraid of the water.


Digging for bones


Kids posing


Hey this way!


Shaylee getting a kiss from the Raptor


Cute Picture


Brooklyn was a little attached to Jarrod


Jacob loves hanging out with Cody.

Our first blog

We have never done this before so here is a practice run. On May 31, We went to Idaho for the Idaho City 100. It is a 117 mile race up in the mountains above Boise. When you first get there you have to pass a sound test and impound your bike. Click on the pictures if you want a better view.

Here is the impound lot.

Shaylee and Jacob trying to stay warm, or they really do Love each other.


Jarrod getting ready to start!






Jarrod coming in to the pit at mile 70 something.


Father like Son, They can never stay clean.



The Guy's



On the way home on Sunday we stopped at Idaho falls to see the water falls.



Jarrod can't wait for next year's race he want's to make it an annual trip. Linda finally did some camping she enjoys. Yep, camping in a hotel! At least the kids had fun in the pool. Maybe next time will leave the kids home ;)