Visiting The Kubal's and Back to Oklahoma again

We went to Arkansas for a few days to Visit the Kubal family. The kids loved spending so much time with there cousins. It made me excited for our family reunion coming up this summer. We went to this cool arcade that was old school. Devin and Carter killed it in bowling. Carter played laser tag for the fist time. I went with him because I know he was nervous about going. I tried talking Devin into it but he wouldn't do it. He missed out.

Aunt Julie and Mallory spoiled Sydney with girls stuff. She was in Heaven. Noah was determined to get Sydney to love him and for her to say his name. Which he was successful in!

When we got back to Oklahoma we visited to Aquarium. It was fun. Sydney enjoyed the parts where she could feel things under the water. Devin pet the Sting Rays and sharks, Carter would not. Carter let these little clear lobster looking things crawl in his hand, for a dollar. Devin chickened out. The Shark tank tunnel freaked Sydney out. lol, she would not do thru it.

Christmas

Sydney was at the best age for Christmas this year. She was loving opening presents!!! Her reactions were priceless! Always saying, "Thank you Mommy! Thank you Daddy!" It made me want to buy more girts to give to her.

Carter and Devin were super excited about Santa giving them $$$ and Knott Berry Farm gold pass. It was so nice to spend time with Aunt Michelle, Dani, and Grandpa Curtis!

December's Business

Kids had another day off. So of course… We had some fun. Devin was super excited to get to help out with the science experiment. I am sad I missed taking a picture of him setting fire to a balloon that turned into a big fire ball. Sydney apparently is afraid of the lights in the art area. lol! Drove me a little crazy.

Carter received some awards in scouts. I also bake ginger bread houses for the first time in my life instead of just using graham crackers. Boys decorated the bottom house, Jake and I decorated the top house. I love putting up the Christmas decorations. It has been crazy month with all the prep for Christmas and getting ready to go to Oklahoma during the Christmas break. I somehow survived.

The boy were super excited about going to Oklahoma. I was worried about the drive not knowing how Sydney and Owen would do in the car for that long, but they did better than the older boys. The boys LOVED staying at the hotel. I love the crazy sleeping/using each other as pillows. They drive home was a little scary since we drove passed 6 car wrecks on the 1st day of our drive back. We also saw a car flip and roll right before our eyes. It broke my heart since it was obvious it was a family since it was a SVU. 1st time in my life where I made a 911 call. I swear I was practically praying the rest of the car ride home for us and the family that was hurt.

I was hoping to do some family pictures while in Oklahoma but it did not quite work out that way. Sydney did not cooperate. But at least we got a couple pics. Hopefully we can take some family pictures soon.

November

Girls Trip to Texas! It's always a party when Michelle is around. Poor Aubrey was freezing and overheated herself in her coat under the covers trying to warm back up. lol. Michelle travels in style while shopping with her prego belly. Crazies. And I dominated in Hearts! Lots of food, fun, and laughter! Can't wait till next year.

It was nice this season that the boys were able to be on the same team, which made it easier on me for practices and games. Sydney go into cheering for the boys. Family fun!

Carter and Devin always enjoy going to the dentist! Sydney even scored on the treats. 

Sydney pooped twice in the potty. I don't think she is quite ready to be potty trained but it is a start.

Jake had some time off and so we hit up Children's Discovery Museum again. The kids LOVE it!

Octoberness 2014

October is one of my boys favorite months! We make some yummy gory treats for family home evening to deliver to friends. Sydney sure loved eating them. Sydney enjoyed going around "Scaring" everyone. 

The kids always enjoy the ward Trunk or Treat, although Sydney did not like going around getting candy. She rather sit with Jake handing out candy. I also got to go see Wicked with Camille while it was in town. It was so fun going out and watching one of my favorite shows. Wish I could do this every month.

The boys had teacher inservice and had some time off school while the other schools in the valley had classes. So we took advantage of that and went to the Children's Discovery Museum.

Halloween the kids loaded up on candy. Sydney was loving helping out passing candy. I Love my crazy bunch of children!

Stuff in September 2014

The things my kids get into. Crazy girls :)

Splash pads, Soccer practices, karate classes, cub scout day, cleaning up messes, work swim party, and an angel baby. That basically sums up September.

Owen's Baby Blessing

We blessed Owen September 7th, 2014. Grandpa Curtis, Cliff, Heather, and the kids were able to join us for the blessing. It is always great to have family with us. Sydney really enjoyed having girls at our house, having some "girl time." I feel very blessed to have such wonderful family near and far. I am very grateful that Owen is such a good baby! I feel like our family is complete.

Relaxin at Pine Valley

Another quick get away at Pine Valley over Labor day weekend.

1st Day of School

These Boys are growing up so fast! I am always to excited for school to start but then a little sad when I realize how much they grow up each year. I always wonder if they really learn the things I am trying to teach them about life. I hope and pray they can remember the things that are most important in life.

Summer Fun

Michelle Came and visited us in Vegas. It was fun to get all our kids together. It was a little crazy and hot since I just barely had Owen so I couldn't join in the swimming but the Kids had a BLAST. We of course had to do our annual "Michelle Day." I am grateful Jake was such good sport in me leaving Owen and all the kids all day so I could play.

Sydney for the most part has just adored Owen. Their have been a few times were she has done "babyish" things for attention but she has always been nothing but sweetness to Owen. My poor girl still want to be the center of attention ;)

The Boy's enjoyed themselves at Aidan's birthday swim party. Sydney made herself at home and Owen just slept the whole time being an angel.

Jake surprised me for my birthday! I didn't know he arranged for the kids to be babysat so we could go out to dinner, kid free! I wanted to try some place new so we went to Serendipity. The food was ok but I LOVED the fried snickers ice cream sunday.

My little Princess turned 2!!! We just did a little, simple, family birthday party. I LOVE this crazy, sassy, sweet girl! Life would be boring without her.