Girls Weekend in Vegas

I don't have my pictures right now, but if you go to my sister's site (Owens family) you can see alot of what we did. I actually drove my car up there and took Autumn and my mom. Dave knew how blonde I am so he made sure that I had a GPS!! I have wanted one for along time. I drove all over Las Vegas and didn't get lost!!
When we got up there I went and got Summer, it was so good to see her! We stayed in a time share that my mom and Shannon have. It was really nice. Kristal came with her 2 girls, Shannon and her 3 girls, mom and Kandra, me and my 2 girls.
The first night we went to the pool and had pizza. Saturday, Summer and Autumn went over to Shannons room and helped watch the little girls so that we could go to the Temple. We did 45 inititories (sp?). What an amazing experience!!! The temple is so gorgeous, and to share this with my family was so neat. We all went bowling in the afternoon, it has been awhile since I've been, but we had a blast!!
That night we went to the Lion King. If you ever have the chance to go you better GO!!!!!! The costumes are so incredible, the imagination for putting the animals together is awesome!
Sunday, Shannon and her girls had to go back to St. George so the rest of us went to Kandra's ward. Then went back to her house for lunch. Mom, Kristal and her girls left for St. George to see Kristal's in-laws. Autumn and I took Summer back to her place and then went to Kandra's to babysit Gavin while they went to a special fireside for their stake. We had so much fun with the G-Man.
Monday, Autumn and I traveled the long road home. Thanks to my mom and sisters for an awesome weekend! May have to make it a couple of days longer next year:)

NEVER FORGET!!!

I saw the video below and thought it was amazing!! My thoughts and prayers are with all the families whose loved ones were murdered 8 years ago today.
I just wanted thank all of those who are serving or have served in the Armed Forces. I respect you all so much and am so grateful I have my freedoms because of you!
I especially want to thank those in my ward, Justin Hall, Thomas Montoya,and Austin Gwynn, who have just recently joined. Thank you so much and also a huge thanks to their families for their sacrifice in sharing their loved ones to keep us free!

HAPPY 13th BIRTHDAY HUNTER!!!! (Sept.6)

Still don't have my big computer working so no pictures to embarrass you! I can't believe you are in the teenage club. You were the best early birthday gift ever!!! Thank you for being one amazing kid!!! We love you and hope your birthday is awesome!!!!!!!!

HERE WE GO AGAIN!!!!

Well, school has once again started. Skyler is a freshman and is really liking it. He has made alot of Senior friends, lots of "girlfriends", and is doing well in his studies. He's anxiously waiting for open gym to start so he can start playing basketball. Hopefully they won't pass him up this year! He also just made it to Star ranking in Boy Scouts!!!!

Hunter is finally in the 7th grade. He has waited a very long time to be able to play football. His team has a record of one tie to St.Johns and one loss to Snowflake. He is working hard at practice and likes his coaches. They are alot different than the ones Skyler had!!! They are very encouraging and build the boys up. He has also started the process to the world of braces. He has an expander in the roof of his mouth, which will be there until December, then the braces. Not too much fun on that end.

Clay is in the 4th grade this year. We actually switched teacher's because the one he had Skyler had and I wasn't impressed with his teaching skills. The one he has now is Hunter's 4th grade teacher. She is so amazing. I love how she teaches the kids to be creative and to take on more responsibility for their work.

Autumn is trying to get into the work force!1 She was pretty burnt out on schooling so she is trying to get a job at a daycare center. She's also trying to get into a program that Summer is in through DES job services, they can help her financially. She will enroll in the January session for NPC.

I have renewed my volunteer paperwork so that I can help out at the Elementary School. They are desperate for lunch help. The teachers are doing it right now because of all the budget cuts, so they don't get a lunch. Then I will also help out a teacher in the 2nd grade. I'll do it about 2-3 times a week. I'm also taking tickets again. Not alot of money, but I really enjoy it! Dave is doing the chains for the JV football games when he is off work.
Hope everyone's school year is off to a good start!!

HAPPY 15TH BIRTHDAY SKYLER -(Aug. 18)

I wish I could put some pictures up, but my main computer is out. Any how, I am so amazed that you are 15! It seems just like yesterday that I was pushing your 9lb 7 1/2oz body out!!! You had the biggest smile that would go from ear to ear! Your hair was platnum blonde and every girl would want it. Even though you are now 6'5" you will always be my Sky Boy!! Love ya lots

Thanks Bunches!!!!!!!!

Man, I have the most awesomest friends and fellow bloggers!!!! I finally figured out how to show recent blog events! I feel empowered (even though it took FOREVER)! Thanks for coming through in my time of need. I knew I could count on you:)

Help!

I'm trying to figure out how to put the updates on my friends and family list so that I don't have to keep going through the whole list to see new posts. Any step by step directions would be most appreciated!!!!!

CLAY HITS THE DOUBLE DIGITS!!!!!!

I can't believe my baby is 10 tomorrow! It has gone by so fast. I am so proud of you, Clay, you are such a good boy! Thanks for all of your love and kisses and being an awesome son.

Summertime news

Well as you can see we have been busy, so I haven't blogged for awhile. Hunter made the 11-12 yr. old all stars!!! He played outfield and pitcher. The boys were awesome, we played in Taylor this year which was really nice. We ended up getting 2nd in Division. We beat out all of the White Mountain teams!! The team that beat us to win the championship was from Flagstaff. They were more like men-children than 12 year olds. They were huge compared to us. I am so proud of our boys, they always showed great sportsmanship!!!
Clay tried out for the 9-10 year old all stars but didn't make it. He needs one more year of fundamentals. He'll try out next year.
Skyler is hanging out with his friends, can't wait to be a freshman.
Autumn is visiting my sister, Kandra, in Las Vegas this week and will go stay with my brother, Lance and his family next week.
Summer is going to start looking for a job at the hospital in Vegas. She is doing well.
Dave is finishing up a 12hr/15 day straight stint. It will be great overtime (89 1/2hrs) but it sure is getting old fast. He is pretty busy with bishopric things too.
I'm just trying to stay sane in my old age. Hope your summer is going well!

Other happenings

Autumn had an awesome graduation! It rained that day so they had it in the gym which was nice because we had seats that were to the side of her, so we got to see her the whole time! Boy, did it get hot in there! Thanks to all the family that came and endured the heat. We love you.
The boys finished up their baseball season. Clay's team ended up with a 1-12 season. Hunter ended with a 10-6 season. Just waiting to see if they make all stars.
We received some exciting news this week----SUMMER PASSED HER PHLEBOTOMY CLASS!!!!!
She is so excited, she can't wait to see what job she can get. We are so proud of her!