Tree Cutting Dos...

Today, we went Pinyin Tree cutting, another family tradition. It was a lot of fun, but we missed those who couldn't make it. The day started out at around 8:30 am and we met up with a bunch of the family that camped around 10:30 am. Shortly, after we arrived Anthony, Angie and the twins pulled up. Typically we go tree cutting and then the boys shoot guns at targets or clay pigeons. However, this year some family that had to take off early, so the day started with shooting. Of course, Ashes our dog hates the sound of a shot gun and cowards to find some where to hid. After a few hours of this, we went tree cutting which only took a few hours and then we went back to camp for lunch. Once again, Anthony and Angie provided lunch of Brats, hot dogs and sandwiches. It was a great trip and fun hanging out with the family.

Tyler covering his ears from the noise of all the gunsCousin Tate, what a cutieTyler kissing cousin Chloe's belly
Grandpa and Cousin IsabelCousin's hanging out in the truckTyler and Cousin Dominic
Tyler and cousin Chloe. I've tried getting one with cousin Tate too, but it is a challengeA Grandpa~Tyler bonding momentIsabel and Chloe in the background, Tyler took this picture and did an amazing jobA group of tree cutters walking to catch up with Clinton and the truckTyler taking a rest on top of a spare tire, Chloe and IsabelThe tree cutting gangClinton and Tyler climbing treesOur dog Ashes was a hit for trip, all the kids loved playing with her. Chloe was touching Ashes tong with her finger and thought it was so funnyFather & Sons
A family photo that Angie took for us
(thanks Angie)

Tyler's Sweetness

I'm blogging this because I never want to forget how sweet Tyler is. At school Tyler's teacher Cherish asked him what he was Thankful for, his response was "Thank you to Jesus to bring me a baby". How sweet is that!

He is so anxious to become a brother and it makes my heart break that I can't make it happen for him. I guess this is teaching us all patience. I know with help, a new baby will come to our family, and Tyler will be an awesome brother. He is so cute with all the babies at my work, and loves helping feed and play with them.

Christmas Tree Cutting

Last Saturday was our annual tradition of cutting Alpine Christmas trees. This year we had several family members come, in past years for Alpine it has only been Lynn, Clinton, Tyler, and I. Having so many of us together was a lot of fun, it was nice to see and visit with everyone. I feel like these are always such bonding moments and a time we can look back on. Yes, I am a very sentimental person. As always, we started out our morning at around 6:30 and then headed to McDonald's for breakfast. Once we got to our destination we split up to find the trees. Mikey's boss let us borrow his 4-wheelers and the kids absolutely loved riding them. This year we found some great trees, they had them all cut within a few hours. I think this was probably one of the best years for finding trees, since I've been coming for about 12years now. We then had lunch, loaded up the trees and went home. This was a great day, thanks to everyone.

Halloween

I hope everyone had a spooky and happy Halloween. Tyler had a blast trick-or-treating this year and was old enough to understand it. He decided he wanted to be Batman on Halloween day. At school they went to some of the departments at the hospital to trick-or-treat, and got lots of candy. He got so much I wasn't sure he needed to go tonight, but of course what is Halloween without going door-to-door through your neighborhood. Jordan and Tyler were going as fast as they could to each house, full of excitement. When they were done he dumped out the candy on the couch, this brought back so many memories of my own Halloween nights growing up. Then we headed off to Grandpa and Grandma's house. Tyler played with his cousins (Chloe and Tate). All in all Halloween 2008 was great.

Tyler's eyes were spooky yet cool because of how big and brown they were in his mask.

Halloween Party

Tonight was our Ward's Halloween party. The youth were in charge and I must say the kids seemed to all have a great time. Tyler was a 49ers football player (aka Steve Young). I was dressed up as a Gothic slayer. Unfortunately, Clinton had to work, so we were on our own. Here are some fun pictures from the party.



Tyler went fishing for candy and loved it. I got this cute shot of him listening to the sound of his candy(Nerds).

This game was a lot of fun. Donut eating contest, with no hands.

Tyler reached his goal and got the donut in his mouth with no hands.

Another activity was to read a book into this microphone, and Tyler loved the microphone so much that toward the end of the party he was carrying it around with him talking to himself and others.

Friends(Tyler, Jacob, Jordan)

Pumpkin Carving

Tonight we carved Tyler's pumpkin. We had a lot of fun and Tyler especially enjoyed taking out the guts, as Clinton called it.
I love Halloween time and Tyler has been equally as excited, making this year so much fun.


All smiles to take out the guts, you'd never guess that moments before he wasn't sure he wanted to do it.

"Slimy"

Scary

"Spooky"~My Double-Headed Monster