Cole thought this motorcycle was "SO AWESOME"!!! He begged me to take his picture next to it because "Dad would think it was so cool!!" So here you go Cole...your wish has come true!!
The annual Soldier Hollow Pow Wow was on Sunday in Midway. We decided to take the trip up there with Grandma & Grandpa....boy are we glad we did!! We had so much fun. Taylor and Cole were mesmerized by the indian head dresses and clothing....they both loved with then did traditional dance. Personally, I LOVED all the jewelry vendors. Honestly, what a neat culture. I really admire their beliefs and how they truly focus on "earthly things". It is just nice to see people sticking to beliefs from many years ago, and live them tride and true to this day. It was an amazing day.
This head dress was made with feathers passed down from his ancestors
My Little Indians
Cole & Taylor waiting patiently for the dancing to begin
Me and my buddy, Cole
Cole just after he got his face painted
Taylor after she got her "pace fainted"
On Sunday, we went to Wasatch State Park in Midway, Utah for a picnic. I just had to post these pictures. I love them with the clouds behind them. It was such a nice day up there...not too hot with a light breeze. The kids had a great time playing on the playground, feeding the ducks, and just being silly. I have found that sometimes you need to literally lay down on the ground and take the shot upwards to get the best cloud effect. I just loved how they turned out. I am so proud of my beautiful kiddos!! Love you guys!!
Well it is official....we have been married for 10 years!! Wow how time flies by!! I was just talking the other day with a neighbor about our wedding....you never seem to forget even the littlest detail. This picture was taken on our anniversary last year but I love it. Though we have been married for 10 years, we have actually been together for 15!! That is almost half of my life!! It has been 10 years full of fun, laughter, love, tears, hugs, late night pillow talks, wrestles with the kids, date nights, family fun, fun with friends new & old, fights & make-ups. I can honestly say that things happen for a reason, and look at us now!! You are an amazing husband, friend, and daddy. I love you so much, Adam!! Here is to many more years of all of the above. Happy Anniversary!!
P.S. I am still keeping my fingers crossed that I will get a big anniversary surprise....you calling me from the airport telling me you are home!! Hey, it never hurts to drop a hint, does it? Love you, sweetie!!
Anyone who has been either to our house or even around my kids knows that they are OBSESSED with Webkinz. I was going through my camera the other night, and found these pictures that the kids took while putting together their "collection". Are we nuts or what?? Though I must admit, the games on there are pretty fun, and I even have a penguin myself. The kids sat down and counted how many they have and I am just thinking about how much money we could have had....Cole has 31 and Taylor has 15!!!! Are we nuts or what??
Burn baby, burn!!
Roasting away...yummy!!
Cole with his marshmallows on fire
Last night we went to Cole's pack meeting where they get "awards" for all the things they have passed off over the previous month. Well, with Cole just going to scout camp, he got a ton!! I was so proud of him.....like always. He is a great kid and takes scouting very seriously. Here is a list of what he got....
It has been such a good thing for him. It has taught him a lot, and he has loved being in scouts with his friends from Morningside.
Cole and his troop #3578
Cole listening to all the badges he was about to get
Cole receiving his badges
Adam made this really neat video collage below for the kids while working in Portland, OR. I thought it was so sweet that I had to share!! Enjoy!!
Well since I am using this as my journal/online scrapbook, I figure I can post things that I will always want to remember. I would like to think that we all have great friends...even best friends. Well, since moving back to Utah I have been lucky enough to find both. I have so many amazing friends that I have grown to love, trust, and rely on more than they know. But I have been truly blessed to find a true BFF....best friend forever for those of you who don't know. Jen and I were introduced to each other a year ago on June 9th through a mutual friend, and have been close ever since. It was like we were meant to meet each other. We are so much alike, and love spending time together. She is like the sister that I never had. I just wanted to let her know how much I value our relationship and love having her in my life!! Thanks for always being here for me, Uncle Jenny!! You are my TRUE BFF!!!
Cole jumping to the raft trying to "secure the island"
Taylor taking her first ever jump into the pool
She was so proud of herself for jumping....Way to go Tay!!
Cole with Thatcher & Walker
Cole sliding off the "island"
This is just one of those moments that I had to share. She looks so peaceful with her little pony.
Saturday, June 21, 2008: Today was a day of non-stop for all of us. Adam got up at 3:00 in the morning to catch a flight home from Portland, OR to go to Cub Scout Camp with Cole. His flight got in at 8:49, and we headed straight up to camp to meet Cole & his scout buddies. Today they did the Fort Frontier section where they did a lot of stuff having to do with indians, cowboys, and they even got to shoot a BB gun. Cole had an awesome time at camp. But our day didn't end with that. Another perk from the Real.....our Impact soccer team (along with Taylor) got to be the Dream Team for the Real Salt Lake vs New England Revolution game. That means that our players are matched up with the MLS players and they walk out on the field together. It is a big deal for these kids. They stand with them through the National Anthem and then this game, they gave each of the kids a really cool ball. It was awesome, and they all did so good. Of course Taylor got to walk out with Kyle Beckerman. She did a great job. But the very best part of the game was.....THE REAL WON 2-1!!!!! It was such a good game. Definitely a fun one to watch!!
Sunday, June 22, 2008: Well, for the most part, today has been a relaxing day. We all got up at 10:00 this morning!! I think that is a sign that we were all pooped. Once we all got moving, we went to Noodles & Company for lunch, and then to Old Navy. The sad news is that Adam had to go back to Portland today. The kids were so sad...especially Taylor. She is a daddy's girl. But anyway, we took him to the airport and then I took the kids to swim at Grandma & Grandpas for a bit. We didn't stay long but it was a good way to take their minds off things. We miss him so much when he is gone but know that he is doing it for our little family!! We love you, Dad!!
Taylor and her friend Lanie share the same number
If you look close at this one, you can see Kyle's autograph on the 5
Well, we had another night of fun filled Rec soccer. Tonight was picture night. Above is a picture of Taylor's team. They played so much better tonight. I think they are actually getting it. They have gotten better each game. Even the ones who were dead set on not playing the first 2 games got in there tonight. Taylor played so much better. She ran for the ball, and wasn't afraid to get in there. I was really proud of her.
The Dragonflies from behind
Taylor and Ali playing paper, rock, scissors while playing goalie
Taylor running after the ball
Go Taylor!!!
Go Wild Hogs!!
As for the Wild Hogs....well they had another victory tonight. The score was 9-0 with Cole scoring 3 goals. The boys are having a good time, and they love continuing their winning streak. But honestly, Rec soccer is not something I will do again. Oh well, you live and learn.
Cole posing for his picture
Cole waiting with the team
As many of you know, we are HUGE Real Salt Lake fans. We go to every game, know the names of every player, and even watch them on t.v. when they are away. Well, with Adam being out of town, I decided to take the plunge and take the kids, along with Cole's friend Reis, to the game. They were really good, and had a ton of fun....the game itself was pretty uneventful. It ended in a 0-0 draw. They played alright...it just wasn't in the cards. Here are a few pics from the game. By the way, the picture above is truly comical. It made me laugh when I saw it on the Salt Lake Tribune so I had to put it on here. Check out their faces...too funny!! I guess if someone were kicking a ball straight at me, I would have the same expression.
Me & Tay
Cole & Dema Kovalenko
Just a cute collage of pictures from the game!! We had a BLAST!!
