Memorial Day Weekend

We made our inaugural camping trip this weekend for Memorial Day and the weather was forecast to be terrible the entire time. Fortunately it wasn’t terrible and we had a really great time with our friends at Pyramid Lake. Friday night was a windy, rainy thunderstorm when we got there and the wind kept up overnight. It was pretty cool though because we fell asleep to the sound of waves crashing like the ocean. So relaxing. When we woke up Saturday those waves crept up into our camp, which the kids loved! They got the biggest kick out of “our flood.”

Cole had an absolute blast splashing around, dancing and singing Luke Bryan! He was drenched and didn’t have a care in the world. Sweet innocence!
Cole and Rylee
even with all of the gloom, the pyramid seemed to always have the sun shining down on it. so pretty.
our cul-de-sac
Beau took a little hike with me
Cole relaxing
Beau is one handsome little fella…..if you ask me.
the kids and I took another hike and they wanted to “pretend to hold up the mountain.”
Cole, Delaney, Rylee, Makayla & Beau
(the 5 musketeers since toddler’hood and birth)
Kasey teaching Beau how to rope
he spent hours roping. I think he needs his own now.
Rylee and Cole building their own pyramid
Beau was loving laying on the warm sand
Sunday was really nice so Kasey took us out on their boat
Siobhan and I by the fire
Happy Memorial Day!
Thank You to all that have served and are serving today!
We appreciate you and are so proud of you!

Are You My Mother?

Beau had his music program at school today. All of the first graders did their take on this classic Dr. Seuss book.

Beau was chosen to be one of a few kids playing the little bird looking for his mother. He does not like music or drama AT ALL and it terrifies him to be in front of anyone to sing or play any part so for him to pull this off for two shows in front of the kids at school first and then all of the parents and family members for the night show was very impressive. He tells me that sometimes in music class he gets up there and tries “but no words come out and I feel like I am going to puke.” I made him his mask to wear for his part and he really liked it even though the feathers really tickled. :)
Papa and Nana were able to go watch him at the matinee time at 2:30pm and then Dad, Mom and Grandma watched him at the 6:00pm show. He was very happy to see everyone so thank you all so much for making it.
On our way out of the school I noticed this super cool picture of Alli The Alligator (school mascot). If you look closely, it is made by every child’s school picture from this year in different shades. So awesome! I was able to find Beau pretty quickly.
Beau, you did a fabulous job on stage today. You memorized and practiced your lines for a month and you stood in front of all of those people and said them loud and clear. Great job buddy! We are so proud of you.
Love, Dad and Mom

Mama’s Make The Best Pillows

Apparently I’m pretty comfortable.
I have to give props to Beau for taking these pics of us snoozing while Dad was at work late. He clearly takes after me with the Kodak moments. :)

Happy Birthday Dear Kinley

Look who turned 4 today!

Happy Birthday To You,

Happy Birthday To You,

Happy Birthday Dear K.I.N.L.E.Y......

Happy Birthday To You!!!

We hope you have the best day ever and miss you so much!

Love, Uncle Dave, Aunt Kristy,

Cousin Beau and Cousin Cole

Happy Mother’s Day

no language can express the power and
beauty and heroism of a mother's love

Happy Mother’s Day Dear Our Mother’s! We hope you had a great day!

My guys made my day fabulous and words could never thank them enough. David has overwhelmed me with his gift. I am so thankful for him and honored to have him as my husband. I am so blessed to have my boys, Beau and Cole. I don’t think they could ever understand how much I love and adore them and am so proud of them beyond words.
I AM THE LUCKY ONE!
We are about 4 months from our 10 year wedding anniversary and David had our jeweler design this most meaningful addition to my wedding band. Their are 2 added outer bands that each hold 5 stones, 10 total for our 10 years married. There are 3 main stones that have always been, those signify our 3 years together before marriage, and the meaning can double as the main stone signifying David and the 2 outers, my precious boys. The outer bands are made of gold that was mined right here in Carlin, NV for my 2 “golden boys.” I love it so much David! Thank You from the bottom of my heart.
~ BEFORE ~
~ AFTER ~
We had a wonderful breakfast at the Eldorado…
THANK YOU DAD! Then we went to watch the Avengers….with MY Super Heroes to watch Super Heroes.
This funny poster for Madagascar, Part 3 was there…
LOOK CLOSELY AT THE FACES
Beau made this beautiful card and flower pot at school
and the best cards from my guys

Happy Birthday Dear Me

Whoa I am 33! Yikes! As much as I was really bummed about my thirties, they have been fantastic so far and just keep getting better! David and the boys spoiled me rotten and I am still in shock over it. I don’t know what I did in life to deserve such a wonderful husband. I love you David and thank you so much for being you and the wonderful birthday weekend! You are THE BEST!

The weekend started Thursday when David showed up with this for me. Complete shock! I truly had NO idea he had this up his sleeve and was beyond surprised!

2008 Yamaha Raptor 350

Friday night Beau had a baseball game and Dan & Sherry were in town so they were able to come watch with Grandma. Beau played so well and after we went and had a great dinner at Bully’s.

Saturday we took a day trip our to Sand Mountain with the Johnson’s to test out the new ride.

a big ol’ pile of sand in the middle of the desert

~ so pretty ~

Beau, Mom & Cole

Beau & Dad with Cole

Rylee, Beau & Cole

Beau is holding up the mountain

Cole

and then there was “sand jumping”

and then Siobhan and I relaxing

We had such a great time hanging out with great friends!

Sunday night Dad & Mom took us to dinner at Olive Garden.

And as if this was all not enough, my guys also gave me some awesome birthday cards tonight with gift cards to Maurice’s, Kohls and Old Navy. Woo! Hoo! Then we went to Los Compadres for dinner.

Thank you my love and thank you Beau and Cole! You are the greatest family any girl could ever possibly ask for. I appreciate and love you more with every year that goes by.

Thank You everyone for the calls, posts, messages, and gifts! I love all of you very much!

C H E E R S !