All for one!

We had a great Halloween this year. Easton and Mason are OBSESSED with the Mouseketeers and wanted to be them for Halloween. Well since there are 3 boys in the family, I put 2 and 2 together (I guess it's 3 and 3) and thought it would be super cute. My mom helped to make the costumes and they turned out so cute! Easton got to wear his to a party at the pre-school earlier in the week. Friday night they had a carnival at the elementary that they boys loved. They love playing the games, and winning prizes. Tonight (like last year) we went on a town hay-ride where they take you trick or treating. It was a lot of fun and we were done in an hour! Nothing better than being done trick or treating before it gets cold. The boys made a haul and are on a total and complete sugar high right now!!! Happy Halloween!

Mason Turns 2!

I am so behind on doing pictures! Mason turned 2 on October 5th. On the 4th we had a birthday party for him since Erik was home. We had it at the High School where the kids could run around and not be squished in our front room. I had made Mason a racetrack cake. He was so excited about the cars and everything on it. He kept telling me thanks! We had a pinata for the kids, and they had a lot of fun taking turns hitting it. The next day we had dinner- Mason got to choose and he decided on Chicken Nuggets and French Fries-his favorite! We then let him open presents. It was so cute because a lot of the presents were in boxes. He opened his shoes and saw the box and exclaimed, "I got a box, cool!" It was so cute! We love Mason so much! He is the most stubborn child you will ever meet, but that brings so much entertainment into our lives. He is a hard working, daring, courageous, friendly, energetic, and loving little boy. We love you Mason and can't wait to see what this next year brings!

Lagoon

This post is way past due. I just haven't had the time to work on pictures like I have wanted. However, I am home with Easton, who is sick, and decided to get these done!

We went to Lagoon with Justin's Brother, Wife and Daughter-Bryan, Meghan, and BryLee- in late September. It was the first weekend of Frightmares, so we went as soon as the park opened and left before the scary people came out. On the way up to Farmington the boys were watching a movie. Mason kept complaining about his tummy hurting. He was whiny so I kept telling him to close his eyes. I tried holding his hand to calm him down and get him to relax. the next thing I know my arm is covered in puke, and it is still coming. We hurried and pulled over. Luckily I had left him in his p.j.s so he would be comfortable. We got things cleaned up and stopped at the nearest store. I ran in and got another pair of clothes just in case, Dramamine, and some Pepto. Mason was acting fine by the time I came out so I just gave him the medicine and we were on our way.

Well the Dramamine knocked him out!! We got to Lagoon, got him out of the car, changed his diaper, got him dressed, and put into the stroller with out him even flinching! We got into the park, and he still was out, so Easton and BryLee went on a few rides. Finally I felt bad that he was sleeping through everything, and made him wake up. The rest of the day he was in a haze. He didn't show any emotion, had a serious look on his face, and just went along with everything (as you can tell from the pics).

Mason loved the "egg drop" ride. It is just like the rocket, only little kid size. We rode it twice and he wanted to go again! Easton loved everything, especially the rides that you control! They were so brave and never complained about going on any of the rides.

Easton asks everyday almost when we get to go back! It was so much fun! Can't wait for next summer to get to go again!

P.S. Mason turned 2! Hopefully I get those pictures done quickly!

Trafalga

I am finally getting around to doing these pictures! I love the one of Easton and Mason in front of the castle. It shows Eastons true excitement! Also the one with Easton holding the ball was right after he made his hole-in-one! He was so excited and jumping up and down! It was a great time!

*** Deer story-I had a chance opening morning at a HUGE buck. I kept having a hard time getting a good shot. Finally he was in a good position so I went to take the shot. I pulled the trigger and click- only the cap went off! I was so mad! But that is just my luck. That night I had P.T.C. and my ESL class, so I couldn't hunt. Then next morning I got up with the boys and my dad and started driving. We weren't seeing anything and I was getting discouraged! Soon we saw a few and drove up to them. There was a 2 point that I thought about shooting then this 3x4 walked out. they got nervous and ran. For some reason the came back towards us. I got ready but then noticed he was standing in front of something I couldn't shoot! Then I went to shoot again after he stepped forward, and there was someone driving past in a truck behind him. So again, I had to wait! Finally I pulled the trigger and he jumped straight in the air! I was so excited. He ran then stopped and just stood. I was hurrying to get reloaded (luckily I got it reloaded by myself, I have a hard time doing it for some reason). I shot again, this time I knew I had hit him because he was running and kicking his legs. I told my dad, I think I hit him in the back leg by the way he is running. Soon he went down close to where I shot him. I got to him and I had hit him right through the vitals! I was so excited! My first muzzle loader deer!! Now I just got to try the Archery again so I will have shot with all three weapons! P.S. If anyone has any good jerky recipes let me know! We butchered him our self, and now I'm not sure what to do with all the meat!

I still have Lagoon pictures I need to work on!

Our newest family member!

We added a new member to our family. .... Meah... We just love her! She is a Yorkie and is 7 weeks old! She is so much fun. She loves to be held and loves to play with Easton and Mason. The boys love her to death, and we constantly have to remind them to be careful to not smash her! Easton can't wait to take her to show-and-tell in the next few weeks. We went to Trafalga last weekend and Lagoon this weekend... Which means I have a ton of pictures I need to edit and put on here! I just need to find the time!

Happy Day!

I shot my buck this morning. I'll post about it later since I am running behind and have to finish getting ready and get Easton to pre-school! But it was awesome, and I'm way excited. He is a 3X4!

First of all, our chickens have started to lay eggs. (I guess I should say chicken, we are not sure which one, or how many) Easton loves going out everyday and checking for eggs. We only get one about every 3 days, but that is okay, it keeps him guessing!

Last weekend (13th) we went up to Tremonton to say goodbye to Justin's brother, Kyle. He has left on his mission to Brazil. He is going to do such an amazing job. He is going to be a great missionary. He has so much passion for the church! He did a great job talking, and it was great to see all the friends and family there to support him. Easton told me, "Mom, Uncle Kyle is going to be gone for a long time, because when Uncle Erik was on his mission it took FOREVER"! We Love Ya Kyle!!!

Justin's sister has the cutest little girl. She has grown up so much lately, and has quite the personality. If she sees a camera she automatically starts to cheese it. Hence the next picture!

Easton and BryLee are only 10 month apart, and they are the best of friends. Easton calls her "My good friend BryLee"! They sure come up with some crazy things, and they usually make the biggest messes!

We wanted to get a picture of all the grandkids together. It was no easy job. The funniest thing is that all the older kids are looking away, but Tacie has her "CHEESE" face on and is looking directly at the camera!! These guys are going to have so much fun together when they get older!!

Justin, Alicia, Kimberly, and Easton

P.S. this is not unusual for them!