Memories made with family

The 2nd week in April with headed to California. My cousin Miguel and Roxy where going through the temple for the first time and they were also being sealed to their two children. We are so excited for their family. We were fortunate to share this special day with them. We also enjoyed a day at the beach with family and cousin while we were in town. My Camera now has a battery so I hope to take more pictures on the next couple trips that we have coming up in the next couple of months.

Enjoying the sunshine while we ate our lunch.

The cooks.. Rick and My Dad

Brody loves kicking the soccer ball

Brynlee sharing chips with her little brother.

Mommy and Brody enjoying the cool weather.

Daddy trying to put Brody in the cold water.. but he didn't want down.

My brother Robert and my future sister in law Katie.

Landon loved the Ocean.. I wish Brody would sit in it

Brayden and his cousin Sophie. He loves coming to visit her.




Brynlee loves the slide. We had a great spot at the beach right next to the play area.



Brayden and Sophie and her dad playing at the beach with squirt guns.

Brayden ready to get someone wet.

Brody sure loves Watermelon!!!

Sophie and Charolette and Daddy.

Yummy.. He didn't want to share with anyone.

Brynle chasing Brody around. They sure love each other.

Date Night with Brayden

About a month ago Brayden's school had Bingo Date night with your Mom. Brayden was so excited to bring me to his school for this speical night of fun. I am so glad that he doesn't mind having me come to school with him. We didn't win Bingo but it was a fun evening with a boy that I love!!!

Brayden and Mom

Our Bingo card

Brayden and I love taking pictures with me holding the camera..they usually are missing our faces but this one didn't turn out to bad.. I love my handsome Boy!


Brayden and his side kick Jaden. They are in the same class.

Easter a little late..

This year my sister Clarissa had us all over for Easter dinner. The kids also had a fun Easter egg hunt. The adult men hid all the eggs for the kids to find. My parents always hide a golden egg with money in it for the lucky kid to find. Brayden found it this year, he was so excited.

The kids eating Easter dinner and Karalee.




Brody enjoying his drink.

Fun on the swing after dinner.

All the kids sure loved this swing!!

Hunting for eggs

Brynlee and Brody looking for eggs (with Dads help)


No one found this one yet....

The adults making sure all of the eggs were found.


Brayden and his golden egg!!!!

Thank You to Clarissa and Mark for the fun time..

Spring Fling giveaways!!

Check out these great giveaways on tip junkie.. Here is the link.... The spring fling is on April 13th http://www.tipjunkie.com/

Baseball Season has began!!

We are so lucky to have a great neighborhood, A guy in our stake decided to start a sports program for kids. He has kids of his own and knows how expensive sports can be. He started a volunteer sports program where all you have to pay for is a hat and shirt to play sports. I loved the idea and some of Brayden's friends were going to play too so it was a must for Brayden. This last Saturday was his first game. I am so surprised on how well he did. He has never played baseball before but has been practicing with the program. His Teams name is the Green Frogs. I am so thankful that Matt Peterson has took time to put this great program together. We are excited for a great season!!!

Brayden before the game

Brayden getting ready to bat..

Brayden at Bat!!

Brayden playing second base

Team Cheer!!!!

A thankful heart....

At the end of Spring Break week we headed to California. Matt's moms skin cancer on her nose had come back. Grandma was going to have surgery to remove it on Friday the 19th. We wanted to show her our love and support by being there. We got in late thursday night, so that we could give her our love before the surgery on Friday morning. We fasted as a family that Grandma McNeil would be able to overcome this trial. Matt gave his mom a blessing that morning of comfort and love. I am so lucky to have a husband that honors his priesthood, so that he can bless the lives of his family. The surgery went better then planned, they didn't have to take too much of grandma's nose this time. She is healing well and is doing great. Here are some picture of the kids and grandma. We are so blessed to have her here with us.

Grandma and Brynlee



Grandma and Brody

We also spent time with my cousin and their kids while we were in town. We went to a school fair, out to dinner and hung out at there house. I hate it when I forget my camera.(so there is no pictures) We were glad to see them and we enjoyed spending time with them. We also went to the beach while we were in California. The kids loved playing in the sand and collecting sea shells. It was a little chilly so Brody had to wear a sweater, but the other two kids didn't think they needed one.

We had a great trip with family. We are so blessed to have them in our lives. I think at times I take them for granted. I need to be more grateful for the family member that we still have here on the earth. I never know when heavenly father will take them back to live with him. I want all of my family to know that I love them so much.

Fun at the Beach!

Dad loves playing with the kids in the sand!

Easter Tree

I love making crafts... They don't always come out the way I would like them to but I do enjoy learning..So here is the Easter Tree I made with my sister during spring break when my kids were away at my parents.

Brayden's Birthday Bash..

Brayden wanted to go to Peter Piper for his 6th birthday. So we invite some of his close friends. He had a blast. Brayden and I had made cupcakes the night before for his little party. After this fun filled evening Brayden got ready for bed and he said "Mom I had a great birthday, Thank you for taking me to Peter Piper with my friends." He gave me a hug. I felt good inside that my little boy that is growing does appreciate the things I do for him. We both went to bed with smiles.

Yes.. I turned 30 this year!

I can't believe that I am out of my 20's. I spent my birthday working, I came home to balloons outside of my house in my yard and on the garage. (Thank you Jen) After work we had a girls night out planned. Dinner at Paradise Bakery and shopping to follow. Here is a picture that the employee took. It was a great night with friends. Thanks girls we need to do it again. I came home and Matt had some gift for me. I love my husband, he does a great job picking out things I like.

Friday night Matt arranged for us to have a night out alone with no kids for my birthday. We went to dinner and went to see a movie. We don't get to the movies much with three kids so it was great. I love feeling like we are dating again. I love you hun!! We did take a picture at dinner but it was with Matt's phone and I haven't had him to it on the computer yet. So picture to come

Saturday I ended my Birthday with a Big Surprise. My sister Clarissa had planned a Spa Day for me. I had a massage, facial and pedicure done. It was so relaxing and rejuvenating to be pampered. All the ladies at the Day Spa were awesome. I recommend the A New U Day Spa to all. I wish I would have remembered my Camera.

I am grateful for family and friends that helped me enjoy my 30th Birthday.

Bring on the 30's

Cousin love...

A couple of weeks ago Aunt Karalee was nice enough to watch the kids while mom was at work. Here are a couple of pictures that she took while they were together. Brynlee and Abby both had runny noses. They are just so sweet together. Abby and Brody were born three weeks apart, it is so fun having a cousin to play with. Thank you again for watching the kids Karalee.

Happy ??th Birthday to my lovely wifey!

I just want to give a shout out to my sexy wifey and wish her a happy bday! I'm grateful for all that she does for me & our family, and for this she deserves the world! I didn't put her age in the title for a reason...I'd like to live to see tomorrow...LOL! Love ya babes! Have a wonderful day :-) xoxoxo

Has it been 6yrs..

Happy Birthday to Brayden.....

He is 6 today and is an amazing boy. He is friendly, outgoing and loves trying new things. He loves everyone he meets. I waited a long time for this special bundle of joy. Matt and I tried for a couple of years to have a baby. I learned after trying for so long that it was out of my control. My father in heaven knew when it was time for him to join our family. I am so thankful to my father in heaven for sending Brayden to our family.

We Love you Bradyen Boy!!