Grandpa was here!

Grandpa and good friend Dave rode their Harley's up for a weekend. The kids had a ball. They had motorcycle rides, celebrated Grandpa's birthday (they made the cake), and of course Grandpa couldn't leave without buying them something. So, now my kids are wearing their new Harley bandannas everywhere. Too cute. Grandpa and Dave also helped Dad with several household projects. THANK YOU!!!!! We love you Grandpa!

HOOKS!

When I asked Rocky if we could have a "hook day" he agreed, not knowing exactly what I meant. We replaced the towel bars in our bathrooms, with hooks. Then we hung hooks in the kids' rooms, and extra ones in their bathroom. All in all we hung sixteen hooks around the house. I have three more, but I am not sure where they will go. It has helped with clutter immensely! Now all the towels, hats and purses have place. It was a great day!

Dear Dad,

Dear Dad,
I love you to pieces. I like to wrestle you. I like to play the motor cycle video game with you. You are a good dad because you love me. You are the best dad in the world. I like watering the garden with you. Happy Father's day! Extra hugs and kisses.
Love, R


Dad,
Happy Father's Day! I like to play puzzles and wrestle with you. I like it when you sing too me at night. I love Dad with all of my heart. He taught me to read the scriptures, so I want to read with him. He taught me like to ride my bike. I like it when he plays video games with me. I love you!
Love, M


Rocky,
I remember the first time I told you you were going to be a Dad...... Your eyes filled up with tears and you hugged me so hard. You were so happy. I told you around Easter, and when Father's day rolled around you just wanted to buy things for our baby, so we did. The second time I told you, you were leaving on a trip, but had the exact same reaction. You have always been full of joy when it comes to being a dad. I love you for that. I love that when the kids have had enough of me, you walk in and their world turns into play land. They love playing with you and laughing with you. You are always the first one they come to for fun. They love you. You are a great dad. I appreciate the example you set for our kids, and the active role you take in their lives. They really look up to you. I love to watch R imitate your every move, and then see the joy in his eyes when he can do it just like you. Then when M gives you that look. The one where she knows she has you, and you fall for it every time. You are the first one they want to tell of their accomplishments of each day. I love it when you bless our kids. They can feel your love and our Father's love every time. Thank you for being a great dad, and loving our kids with all of your heart. I love you! Happy Father's Day!
Love, W

Summer Fun

This is a picture of the last day of school. Each class had a pin, then a farewell BBQ and picnic. The kids ate hot dogs, chips, and cookies. Then they played on the playground after lunch. It was a nice way to end the year. We made a list of all the things we want to do this summer. Here it is......

sprinklers

slip and slide

water park

picnic

camping

bikes

wagon ride

parks

movie nights

ride horses

Both Grandma's

zoo

museum

beach

Here's to a fun summer!

Survival

Well, we survived CHICKEN POX!!!! Almost the entire month of May was devoted to Chicken Pox. R caught it from school , then passed it to M. R did rather well. He ended up with 257 spots. Yes I counted. He tried his hardest not to scratch, but said"Sometimes I scratch around the chicken pox." Poor kid. He walked around as though he was wearing a huge snow suit. He wouldn't let his body parts touch for fear he would get itchy all over. He thought I was strange for asking to take his picture while he had the spots. M was a different story. Hers came on quickly with high fevers. She had them everywhere! She ended up with over 1000 spots. I had to stop counting. The pictures are of day two. M had them in her mouth, nose, and ears. I thought she had ear infections, but no, just chicken pox in the ears. So we missed family outings, church, sleep, and fun things at school, but we are well. Thank goodness you can only have this once!