Birthday Fun at Jump and Shout

My mom and I took Blake and my niece Mady to Jump and Shout for Blake's birthday last week. They had a blast! Blake LOVES his Mady...he asks for her all the time.. and from what I've been told, Mady has a liking for us too..hehe. I know the two of them will be lifelong friends.

Kalvyns Award Ceremony

Last week we were invited to Shepherd Jr. High for an academic award ceremony. We weren't quite sure what the award was for. Kalvyn has had a stellar year as a 7th grader. She has done way better than I ever did in jr. high, as far as adjusting. She has grown so much this year and is an excellent student. She ended up getting an award for 7th grade reader. This was great because that hasn't always been her strong subject. We are very proud of her for her accomplishments this year and mostly for just being such a wonderful, responsible, respectful girl. We love you Kaly!

Happy Birthday Little Binker...we love you!

I can't believe Blake is already 2! I woke up this morning and looked at him and thought of all the wonderful things he has added to our family. He has such character and just loves life! I can sure tell we have a toddler running around the house now, the mess all over, the tantrums, ect.. but I wouldn't change a thing. Some of his favorite things are tractors, books, playing in the water, doing everything himself and of course, mom. He still is a mommy's boy! I don't mind.. Blake, we love you, you are so special..I thank God everyday that you are in our lives.

Ouch.....

Oh, I feel so bad. Kalvyn cut her hand with scissors today...really deep. Look how gross! After a trip to urgent care and 5 stitches, she is feeling much better. Poor thing was just trying to help me around the house.She fell, cut herself and screamed bloody murder for 5 minutes before she would let anyone look at it. Blood was everywhere..
Just kidding. This is Kalvyn being Kalvyn. She loves to put on a show and act silly! It was only finger paint..hehe

I wanna be..

Just like Tate... I know it annoys Tate sometimes, but Blake wants to do Everything just like Tate.. Tate reads a book, so does Blake, Tate eats at the barstool, not a high chair, so does Blake. The problem happens when Blake thinks he can take Tate's toys and throw them around. Tate is very protective of his Bakugon (some kind of new boy toy). I always have to remind Tate that WE ALL are teaching Blake about life.. Tate is doing an awesome job and being a good example and a great big brother!

It really is very cute!

Having Fun!

Best Friends!
The Jensen tent/house..hehe

Rick and Tate had their first Cub Scout camp out. They had a blast! I think they only got a few hours sleep. Kaly, Blake and I met them for the pack meeting at 7am and a small hike. Unfortunatley Blake didn't want to hike and insisted on being carried the ENTIRE way. Ouch..my back hurts.
Later that day, Kaly and I went to sign her up for dance for next semester. Rick went to pick up Jordyn(my niece). Boy was I surprised when he showed up with 3 kids instead. The kids played in the 1/2 filled pool and made pet rocks..all under threats that they would be sent home if they didn't all get along and clean up after themselves. They had a great time. We had church Sunday and more playing with cousins after that. I am so glad the weekend is over. I have spent the morning cleaning the house .. yuck!

It's Done!

2 stinky guys!


I am sooo glad this project is done.. Rick is too. I shouldn't whine, since it is Rick that did all the hard labor.. We just had to go husbandless/dadless for a week.. Here is the pool, complete! Except is isn't completely full yet. We are on day 3 of filling it.. Ouch! I feel a huge$$$$ water bill coming on. If anyone wants to come swimming, just give me a call.