Idaho Days

Bryce attempting to climb the rock.

Mom and Lacey waiting for the parade.

Here's Bryce and Rusty in the famous Idaho days parade. Great times..

Summer is going by so fast like always. You wait and wait for summer and then wonder where it goes. We were able to enjoy Idaho days a little more this year because Kirby was not quite as involved. (Almost, but not quite!)

Bryce and Rusty were able to walk in the parade with the primary children. It was so exciting for them. Their were a lot of fun things to do, from face painting to dinner and fire works, and can't forget rock climbing. What a great day.

Happy Fathers day

Never a dull minute when daddy's around! He found grandpa's famous Budweiser hat and had to make a statement!

I love this guy!

Yummy, Yummy!

What a grilling man!

Yesterday was that special day for our Fathers and it was a great day at our house. We had family over and had a cook-out with shishkabobs, dutch oven potatoes, salad, rolls, and can't forget desert! It was yummy. We decided we needed a grill so that was Kirby's big Fathers day present. The kids had a great time telling dad they loved him all day. Rusty had his own saying that went like this- Your the best dad in the whole wide city!:) (too cute)

I am so glad my children have such an amazing daddy that loves them. Not to mention the best husband too. I hope you know how special you are to your family.

We love you daddy!!! :)

Guess Who's Walking?

My baby Lacey is walking! She is 13 months old! It seems like she could have walked a month ago but she wasen't so sure about herself. Yesterday we were getting ready to go see our cousins and Lacey stands up in the middle of the floor and walks to me! And since then she has been going around. We are all so proud of her even her brothers were excited!

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

Here is Kirb starting to mow.

Moments later he was drenched!

Saturday is always kind of our catch up day around the house. Since it had been raining for the week the grass was more like a jungle! (thanks Ty!) So Kirby was determined that the grass might be wet but it wasn't raining. So he started mowing.

It was pretty hilarious, it started to sprinkle and then their was no holding back the rain came down! and I mean DOWN!

Kirby didn't give up. He was soaking wet and still mowing strong! What a guy!!!

Funny Things Kids Say!

I guess I should call this: The Funny Things Rusty Says!

1# The other day I was out in the garden weeding. Kirby was using a jack hammer that was breaking off concrete from our fence posts so it was pretty noisy. Rust asked if he could help me in the garden and I told him no, because it was muddy and he didn't have a weeder.
Rusty replied, Yes I do, do you want to see it!
It took me a minute to catch on to what he had thought I had said. I started laughing and had to reassure him that he did have a weeder!!! What a silly boy.

2# Today I was getting lunch and Rusty was up on the kitchen table. The rule is: Stay on your chair! When I reminded him three different times and he was still on the table. I walked around and spanked his bum. (Just to get his attention) He them jumped down and ran into the living room. I let him be alone for a minute and then went in to find him laying on the couch. I said, What's wrong? And he said in a very sad tone of voice. You hurt my life!!! I busted out laughing and said you mean your feelings? He then joined in laughing and realized he said something pretty funny.

My kids always give me a lot of laughs, I love it!!

So It's Your Birthday!

Rusty ready to blow out his candles, make a wish!

What a spoiled birthday boy.

Rusty enjoying his birthday dinner.

Great Grandpa and Grandma Foster, and Great Grandpa Kingsford.

Grandma Debbie and Great Grandma Kingsford.

My Rusty man is 4! How do they grow up right before your eyes? Rust is definitely the spunk in our family! He keeps us in check. I love that he is so all boy but at the end of the day he still loves to snuggle and be babied. I hope it stays that way forever. Rusty can melt my heart with his sweet smile and saying "Mom, I love you, your the best!" Their is nothing better.

For his birthday we had a party. Last year I had just had Lacey and Rusty ended up with the flu on his birthday. So we had food, presents, and cake! It was a great time celebrating Rusty's special day. We love you little man!

Happy Birthday Baby Girl!

Here's the birthday girl!

Lacey begging to be held.

"Happy birthday to you" Daddy had to hold her hands so she didn't get burned!

Enjoying her own cupcake!

I can't believe it has been a year since we brought our baby girl home to our family. Where does time go? Lacey is so much fun and fits right into our family. I don't remember life without her. (thank goodness) She is so girly, from bows to bracelets to shoes to kisses. She is the princess in our home that we adore. for her 1st birthday we just enjoyed it with our little family and it turned out really fun. Minus the fact that she is 1!!! Happy Birthday Lacey girl. We all love you!

Graduation

Bryce with Miss Mindy.

Here he is singing at graduation!

Bryce graduated from Miss Mindy's Preschool! She is the most awesome and loving teacher. Bryce has enjoyed being in her class the last to years and has learned a ton! He is so ready for kindergarten, but I am not sure that I am!!

5 K

Here's the crew that keeps me going. Katie, Steph, Tyree, and myself.

My gift at the end of the race! Priceless.

I was pretty stoked about the number I got, it was my good luck!

Here I am waiting for the race to start. Couldn't resist hugs from my family... What do you think do I pass for a runner?!

What a great morning it was! I have been exercising with some good friends in my ward and we decided to challenge ourselves to a 5 K at 7:30 this morning in Smithfield. I know 3.1 miles sounds like a short distance but it definitely challenged me. I was pretty excited on my time because I was hoping to come in under 30 minutes but to my surprise I ran it in 26 minutes 45 seconds! I have been pretty happy about it all day. I was 11th out of the women and 24th overall. They said their were about 400 participants! It was so amazing to me to see that many people ready to run and excited about it. The greatest part was to leave the starting line with my sweet family cheering on their mommy! It was an instant high. I am so grateful for such a supportive family and awesome friends that gave me the challenge. This is probably just one of many more races to come. I never thought I would say it but I am addicted to running! (Crazy I know!) Anyway it has been a great day sharing it with family and friends, thanks guys!

T-Ball Has Officially Started!

Bryce my little pro!

Bryce has just started t-ball this year and is loving it! We are also enjoying the show! The first game was on Thursday night and we got some good laughs. Those little kids are so happy and clueless on what to do or where to run, adorable! Bryce got two really good hits and is improving in just a couple practices on his catching skills. I'm sure by the end of the season he will be pretty savvy about playing ball. We are proud of you little man!