Halloween 2011

We had such a fun Halloween this year. My sister Melissa had a great party at her house a week before the big day. I helped her a couple days beforehand to set up an awesome haunted house in her backyard. It turned out super cool and extra creepy. We did trunk or treat this year for the first time and it was so fun to see all the costumes. The weather was so perfect for trick or treating. I don't know why I like Halloween so much but I am glad that the boys love it like I do and have a great time. Here they are out trick or treating. Carter would have gone out all night long if we would have let him. He had a blast.
Ok, my costume was put together super quick. I saw it on a blog and decided to go for it. I was "struck by lighting". I let Keaton help me with the burning of the shirt and umbrella. He thought that was super cool!
Talon was a werewolf. He was so stinkin cute. He got a lot of complements on his costume. He was the only one of the boys that had school on Halloween so it was a long day for him. He was so tired once the night was over. He had lots of fun with his brothers though.
Keaton was a nerd. He was cracking me up. We let him venture out with a few friends for trick or treating. This was new to all of them. They had so much fun together. He is growing up to fast!
Carter was Flash. He wanted to be flash forever! I found his red little suit at Savers and used felt to make everything else. Oh, his hat was also from the thrift store and I used cardboard in between the lightning bolts to help them keep the shape. Carter also wore his flash undies so he could run extra fast : ) He has been wearing his costume a ton since Halloween.

First Day Of School Photo's

Wow, Keaton started 5th grade this year! I can't believe how fast time goes by. He is such a fun, kind, good student and friend. I am now just posting for the first day of school but he just had parent teacher conference yesterday. His teacher loves him in her class because he is such a good boy/student. Way to go Keaton, love you buddy!
Look how much these boys have grown. No wonder I have to run my dishwasher twice a day....boys = lots and lots of food.
Talon is Mr. jabber box. He is such a smart guy also. Everyday he comes home with pictures that he has drawn because he finishes his work so quickly....his teacher lets him draw once he completes his work to keep him from talking to his classmates. He is doing so well in school. We are very proud of him. Oh, he also looooves his uniform. On dress down days he often ops to wear his full uniform. This is his last year in private school. It is going to be a shocker once he begins public school. Talon is awesome at reading. He reads nonstop. He is also a great mathematician. I don't like correcting his homework because most of it he does in head but I have to do it long form to figure it out! Ugh! If anyone needs spelling help Mr. Talon usually knows the answer. I swear he is like a walking computer.

I am happy but sad that Carter started school this year. He is in preschool 2 mornings a week. He was thrilled to start school! He couldn't wait to be just like his big brothers.

One day a week he gets to bring in show and tell, or if you ask him it is showingtell. He is learning so quickly. I am so amazed what he tells me each time I pick him up.
Oooo this is an action shot : )

What a great summer!

We had the greatest summer! I am so sad that it is over. Here are some of the fun things that we were able to do. ****because I want to remember and I don't have pics!!****

Lagoon

Layton Surf and Swim

Roy pool

Bike rides

American Heritage Center (by far the kids favorite)

Family parties

Camp-out on the trampoline

Roller skating

Drive in movie (Smurfs and Cars 2)

Davis County Fair

Sports Camps

Swimming Lessons

Ahhh.....so sad that it is over!!! What fun memories we have!

Little Orphan boy

K, this picture is cracking me up. Carter looks like a Little Orphan boy. This was taken at a party at my sister Meli's house. Carter was loving the cowboy vest. Looks like he is finishing out his root-beer float. The kids had so much fun, but they all ended up so grubby. Their backyard is a boys dream! My bro in law has built a wooden tee-pee, a tree house, and some benches out of old tree stumps. In the far back yard it is like being in a forest. They love to explore and dig in the dirt. Keaton has found all kinds of treasures....marbles, old toy cars, and money. They love it!!! I can always count on them being tired when we leave.

A common sight

This is a common site at our home. Talon loves giving Carter hugs. Too cute! I love it.

Talon in "Pirates"

Talon was in a play for children 6-13 a few month's back. He practiced for month's on end for this play. He wanted to do this class so bad, he was so excited for it. He was loving it at the beginning, but quickly got bored with the class. We had him stick to his commitment and finish it out. He was one of the youngest kiddo's.

His part in the play was purple beard. He was so cute to watch. During the play he would get bored and find a mop or other prop and start adding his own parts to the play. During a few speaking parts the other kids had, Talon would all of a sudden add his own part. What a silly kid.

He did end up having fun and meeting some nice kids but he doesn't want to be in another play anytime soon.

Last week I took him to a Music Man play so he could see that it can be fun. It just takes a lot of work. He did say when he gets older he will try again.

I think he did a great job and looked like a darling pirate. I am so proud of him for trying something new and fun. He is a brave outspoken little boy and I am happy that he stuck to it and finished it out. Way to go Talon.

Rick's Graduation

Last week we had a great reason to celebrate. Rick received his Masters degree in Business. It has been a lot of work for him. He has been working full time, deploying, being a great dad and a great husband. We are all so proud of his great accomplishment.

All of the pictures are out of order.....oops!

The boys were so excited to see him. We were in the Maverick Center for about 2hrs for the ceremony. The boys did great though. Nanna and Grandpa were also able to attend (that helped to keep the kids occupied).

Ahh, look how proud he is :)