Oregon Coast Here We Come

We are so excited to be going on our family vacation! About 5 months ago, we (Ashley, Sarah, Mom and I) all decided that it would be so great to meet in Oregon and stay on the beach. Funny thing is that at the time we weren't planning on living in Idaho Falls and Sarah and Dave had no intentions of moving home for the summer -- we were going to visit them mind you, so needless to say we really don't have much of a need to be going to the coast to spend time together ... except that we are all so excited that we get to see the Hatch Family and to just get away!! We are really hoping for some sunshine and warm weather, but the forcast is not looking to be in our favor. Hopefully we will get at least one warm day on the beach and of course we are excited to spend the 4th of July together in our rented Beach House!! Have a good week fellow bloggers!

A New Do

Kamdon is 11 months old and had his very first hair cut today! I was sad to see the baby hair go, but he looks so handsome with his new do!

Finally Out of There ...

For the last 4 days, all we have heard about is how much Taylee's front tooth is hurting her. She has wiggled and wiggled for days and many of us have tried to pull the darn thing with her kicking and screaming all the way. Finally tonight, after applying some orajel like stuff, sitting on her legs, holding down her hands, Grandma was able to give the thing a little twist and out it came. She screamed bloody murder and didn't even know the thing was gone. After a quick glance in the mirror she came out a Happy Camper and is now quick to show off her new hole.

Pippi Longstocking... A Sneak Peak

Grandma Sandy did all the Grandkids Hair this morning. They all looked so cute. Taylee and Makinley have Pippi hair do's. Grandma Sandy is going to blog the AMAZINGLY cute pictures we captured of these cute PIPPI girls. So visit her BLOG for more!!

Afternoon Fun

We decided that we needed to do something FUN with the kids.

(Like we don't do this everyday.) We took a picnic to Tautphaus Park and then Grandma bought tickets for the kids to ride a few rides at Funland. What a great day we all had.

Happy Father's Day 2007

Happy Father's Day to the Wonderful Father of my Beautiful Kids!

Happy Father's Day Dad!

Kam's Ride

Kamdon loves his car!! He will just sit and ride as we push him all around the house and all around the yard. We even decided to put some vinyl on the back of his new ride. This is the best babysitter and stroller ever!!

At the beginning of the summer, my mom bought Kamdon this cute little car. Thanks Grandma!

A Day of FUN in the Sun

We decided that the kids needed a day of Play and Fun. They spent the day swimming and playing on their swing set! What a Nice Day to Relax!

Thanks Dad

Thanks Dad (and Uncle Heath) for finishing our Toy! We Love it and it is helping to keep us busy and entertained for the Summer!

Finally Finished

When we moved a few months ago, I kept insisting that we move our swing set. It was the one thing that was keeping the kids from driving me crazy!! Against my better judgement, I let Heath and his Dad talk me into selling the beloved toy to our neighbors instead of moving it. (Their kids loved the swing set just as much as ours so we know it inherited a great home!) As soon as we were settled, I began hunting for the perfect new swing set that fit our needs and budget. After many long hours, lost pieces, cracked wood, and lots of harrassement from me (and with the help of Chad) the New Swing Set is Finally Finished!! Thanks, these things are truley a pain in the rear to put up, but believe me it is SO worth it - THE KIDS LOVE IT!!

My Three Favorite Things: Fast Food Edition

(My Three Favorites: Fast Food Edition was inspired by Shelly - Thanks Again!)

I think we all have the bad habit of eating on the go. These are some of my favorite places when I am on the go or just don't feel like cooking and don't want to wait at a restaurant - especially with 3 children.

#1 Panda Express - (only located in Meridian or Utah) Yummy! This is the best fast food Chinese. I always order the Orange chicken, Fried Rice, and a Chicken Egg Roll. Um, I wish we had one of these in our town!!

#2 Quizno's - I love the Turkey, Ranch and Swiss Sandwich minus the Swiss cheese, American cheese instead, and lettuce. And my most favorite thing: a cup of broccoli and cheddar soup to dip my sandwich in.

#3 Arby's - I always order a beef and cheddar sandwich and of course their famous curly fries.

(I did love the fries much better when everyone had fry sauce! What is up with getting rid of the most wonderful dip ever)

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITES??

Oh Boy, We are in TROUBLE now ...

Kamdon learned how to climb the stairs!

Tydon enticed Kamdon to climb the stairs today. He put a chip up a couple of steps

and my food loving baby figured out the art of climbing the stairs.
I am so proud of myself and love every minute on the stairs!