torch run

The torch run for Special Olympics was today. The police officers from each area run the torch to the next town. We had a lot of fun. I ran it pushing my boys in the double jogger. Trey was great he loved being by all of the fire trucks and police cars. Peyton was given crackers and suckers the whole time to keep him occupied. We started at the Red Barn in I ran with the s police officers until the switch off and then I ran with the P police officers to the hospital.. That is where I quit.

The torch run is one of my favorite events each year. I can't wait to do it again.

A section of the America dancea part of the cloud dance. This was before we figured out how to get the clouds to work properly

sneak peak

I will be showing little clips of the upcoming big show. These kindergartners are so cute. This sneak peak is of the 50's dance

happy mother's day

It was a pretty typical day. Trey had few temper tantrums. Addie had a meltdown because I wouldn't let he wear her Hannah Montana flip flops to church. Peyton was in to everything. The only difference was I was showered with a few gifts and I gave gifts to others. I am so happy about this painting. I saw it for the first time a few weeks ago. I really wanted to get it. Patty (mom in law) gave it to me for mother's day. I am totally undeserving of such a nice gift. But I certainly do appreciate it.

I tried to get a nice picture of the kids with me for Mother's day. This is the best we got. but it is a good representation of my life.

All in all I love my life! My kids are awesome and I have an incredible mother and in laws. I hope everyone out there had a great day.

What my mother didn't teach me about boys

So I was warned but didn't really listen.... BOYS are so different than GIRLS. I am constantly amazed at the things that amuse my boys. Every time a train goes passed our house which is about 20 times a day, they run to the window. The same for the garbage truck, police car, fire engine, tractor etc.... An airplane in the sky, no matter how high up there, it is a moment to get way excited about. Dirt is glorious!! Wrestling is not only fun it is hilarious.. and don't even get me started on balls( I am referring to the ones that aren't attached to them) But mostly what I have discovered about boys is they are a lot of fun. I don't know what I would do without them. I am happy they opened up a whole new world for me.

The other day I had to get a flat tire fixed. I was wondering what I Would do to occupy the boys while we waited. NO worries, the boys had a blast. Trey had to point out every truck and it's color. Each was just as exciting as the last. and then......

yahoo! A pothole filled with water! who needs Salem pond? Trey and Peyton spent the remaining time at the shop throwing rocks in to this tiny hole. My boys were so sad when the tire was fixed. I loaded screaming, heart broken boys in to the van and waited for them to notice that BOB the Builder was on the DVD player. Life was good again and I had a happy smile when I heard Trey shout from the back of the van "Can we fix it? Yes we can!"

I love my boys!!

Family Night Soccer

Family night is getting a little more fun and feels more meaningful now that we have two kids who can participate and the third one has his moments. We played soccer tonight. It was a lot of fun. Everyone had a blast!!!

Addie kicking with all her might.

I may be biased but I think Trey is naturally athletic.

Basketball stars

Trey had Chase over to play this afternoon and they found a common interest Basketball!! It was so nice to see Trey happily playing with Chase. He can be so stinking shy sometimes.


I think these boys are hot stuff! They definitely have a future in this sport.