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Maternity Pics...

I was fortunate enough to be asked to do a maternity photo session by my good friend Maele! I was very hesitant at first and procrastinated for about 2 months and finally agreed to do it!! I knew SHE would do a GREAT job, I just wasn't very confident that I would do a great job!! SOOOO ONCE AGAIN, I would like to thank Maele for capturing these pictures the way she did!! For those of you interested in doing a photo shoot (family, grad, infant, maternity, engagement, etc...) check out her site Maelephoto.com She's the Best!! Here are a couple shots that she took..and there are more on her site. Thanks Again Maele!

Happy Birthday Jada!!

Little Jada Rose isn't so little anymore!! She turned 2 on Monday and she thinks she is just a big girl!! Jada is such a joy to have in our family. I couldn't imagine our life without her. She LOVES playing with her brothers and sister, dancing, Dora, baby dolls, and any girly thing she can get her hands on. She is talking so much, trying to potty train herself, and considers herself daddy's little girl!! We had a little birthday party for her at my moms house on easter. She LOVED being the center of attention and continued to sing "Happy Birthday Jada" for the next couple of days. I finally had to tell her yesterday that it wasn't her birthday anymore!!! I love Jada's little tiny body, big huge hair, big brown eyes, and little personality that goes along with it. Here's some random pics of Jada Rose......

IT'S A..........

Well I think our team is complete.......and the FINAL SCORE is...............3 boys and 2 girls!!! So..YES...IT'S A BOY!!!! We are very excited (especially Jeff) and can't wait to meet this little baby!

Jeff's Birthday Weekend

This past weekend we were lucky to actually have a little family bonding time by celebrating Jeff's birthday!! We went down to our fav hotel...embassy suites (thanks misty for introducing us!!) We let the kids swim until thier little hearts were content and I relaxed in the spa while Jeff watched some basketball games and lounged in the chairs!! We went and ate dinner at Islands, which is always delish, and had the hotels complimentary cooked to order breakfast the next morning. We had fun shopping and minature golfing the next day. His bday was topped off by having a yummy ham dinner and pineapple hawaiian cake at my moms the next evening. So here's to a belated birthday to my hubby....Happy Birthday....We LOVE you TONS!!!

Yeah For Kidless Vacations!!!

This past weekend Jeff and I went with some of our friends on a WELL NEEDED Vacation!!! We traveled to downtown San Diego and watched the Rugby Sevens tournament!!! We had so much fun watching rugby and cheering for our favorites!! The food was Delicious, (especially breakfast at the pancake house) and the hotel was soo nice! Our view was AMAZING and the company was a blast! I think a vacation WITHOUT kids is needed every month....don't know if it's in the budget, but it sure would be nice!!! Here's some pics of the weekend with some views from our hotel balcony!!!

Happy Anniversary!!

I can't believe 8 years ago TODAY, Jeff and I were at the San Diego Temple getting MARRIED!!! Now, 8 years and soon to be 5 kids later, we are still here, together, going strong!!! I knew I made a great decision when I Married Jeff! He is a great father and husband and I couldn't have asked for any better!!! I love You Jeff!!!

Too much Snow for me!!

Since moving up here about 4 years ago, we have never experienced snow like this!! We woke up to 2 inches and thought that was great....and by nighttime, we had about 13 inches of snow. Just as every kid does, mine had a blast playing in the snow, having snowball fights, and making a snowman (not the best by far, but you know!!!) They got to miss school and even today they have a snow day. I couldn't even get out of my driveway If I tried and Jeff got stuck at work (after trying to come home!!!) Yesterday my boys wore jackets, beanies, and shoes and today....they sported tee-shirts, no shoes, and bathing suits! All I have to say is it is FREEZING and I ONLY like the SNOW from INSIDE the house!!!!! And....School BETTER be in session tomorrow!!!!!!

Luke Alani Turns 5!!

Luke was born on December 12, 2003 and my life hasn't been the same since!!! He has been through IV's, breathing treatments, hospital stays, emergency rooms, and even eye operations before he was 5 months old. He was such a sick little baby, but after a lot of prayers and priesthood blessings, he got better and has been such a blessing to have as part of our family. It wasn't until he was about 2 that he turned into the "hulk" and has been full of energy and life!! He is the funniest, toughest, and sweetest little kid. We celebrated his 5th birthday at chuck E. cheese on tuesday and he said "It was the best birthday EVER!!!" We love you Luke...Happy Birthday!!!

(Chucke E Cheese pics to come..when I find my camera cord!)

Yes....It's True!!!

For those of you who have heard the rumors...It's True!!! And for those of you who haven't heard......WE ARE EXPECTING...Baby number FIVE!!! I know Some of you may think it's crazy and some of you may think it's great; but WE are REALLY excited for this new addition coming to our family!

Thanksgiving Week

Well, thanksgiving has come and gone and now its time to update!! This past week has been fun, we had my sister in law, Misty, and her 4 kids come down from Sacramento to visit!! THey stayed here for half of the week and then when my brother flew in she went to my moms and stayed for the rest of the week!! The kids had such a good time PLAYING all day long, and then waking up AT...... 4:45 A.M!!! Who wakes up THAT early??? Only your kids Misty lol!!! We had some fun shopping adventures with 7 of the kids, and decided to make some YUMMY cinnamon rolls for the FIRST time (thanks Holly for "becoming betty!!")
Thanksgiving was your typical thanksgiving....kids running around everywhere while the adults eat so many appetizers that when dinners ready, you are TRYING to be hungry!! And since everything is SOOO good (thanks MOM!!!) you try to expand your stomach, unbutton the top button on your pants, and go in for SECONDS!!! Then its time for dessert!! YUMMY!!! Can't wait to do it all again next year!!


The cinnamon rolls...before the ICING!!!

Pretty much ready to INHALE!!