4.21.2008

Brynna's 4th Birthday Party





We held Brynna's birthday party over the weekend at a new local park. Cousin Rachel and Brynna had fun racing down the slide; Brynna loved all the attention she got while opening presents; and she was so excited when she blew out all the candles on her HSM cake. Almost all the kids from her class were there along with some family friends and I hope great fun was had by all!

4.19.2008

Dipping Skinny

So today we went to our friend Lisa's house for her son's birthday party. It was a pool party filled to the brim with pre-teens. We didn't bring Keelee or Brynna's swimsuits b/c the water was going to be too cold. Do you see where this is going yet?

Keelee told her Grandma Sandie that she wanted to leave the party early b/c the pool was just trouble. Anyway, a little while later Keelee comes running into the house saying "She's crying! She's crying! Someone pushed her in the pool!" However, she won't tell us who is doing the crying. Genius I am I asked her if it was Brynna and she said yes.

I went flying out of the house with Grandma right on my tail to find Papa putting Brynna's socks back on. To make a long story short...

...Brynna jumped in the pool in her birthday suit because she just had to go swimming. Papa watched her as she stood in all her glory and jumped onto a raft, got out only to jump in again.

Where was a camera when you needed it? And her father was about ten feet away from all this action and didn't see any of it.

Ahhhhh, we do love our Brynnie.

Adventure's in April






Keelee has had an adventerous April so far! She and I went to Girl Scout camp up in the mountains where she learned to tie-dye and was Prince Charming in a production of "Snow White." Then she was a duck in her first grade prouduction called "Down on the Farm."

4.02.2008

Future visions???



I told Brynna the only time I ever wanted to see her in this DUI taskforce truck was today.

I hope she listens!

4.01.2008

Lost Teeth




Keelee on Sunday...
Then Keelee went to school and bit into an apple...
Keelee on Tuesday...

Temper Tantrum




One thing I love about being a mother is capturing those special moments - like temper tantrums!

Our Easter




Our Easter weekend was action packed but here are two highlights - coloring eggs and having family picture taken!

3.23.2008

Name meanings -




What Keelee Means



You are a seeker of knowledge, and you have learned many things in your life.

You are also a keeper of knowledge - meaning you don't spill secrets or spread gossip.

People sometimes think you're snobby or aloof, but you're just too deep in thought to pay attention to them.



You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone.

You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together.

At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together.







You are relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with the flow.

You are light hearted and accepting. You don't get worked up easily.

Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what your secret to life is.

Creepy!




What Brynna Means



You are full of energy. You are spirited and boisterous.

You are bold and daring. You are willing to do some pretty outrageous things.

Your high energy sometimes gets you in trouble. You can have a pretty bad temper at times.



You are wild, crazy, and a huge rebel. You're always up to something.

You have a ton of energy, and most people can't handle you. You're very intense.

You definitely are a handful, and you're likely to get in trouble. But your kind of trouble is a lot of fun.



You are a free spirit, and you resent anyone who tries to fence you in.

You are unpredictable, adventurous, and always a little surprising.

You may miss out by not settling down, but you're too busy having fun to care.



You are very intuitive and wise. You understand the world better than most people.

You also have a very active imagination. You often get carried away with your thoughts.

You are prone to a little paranoia and jealousy. You sometimes go overboard in interpreting signals.







You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection.

You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive.

You have the classic "Type A" personality.

3.18.2008

Fun Day at the Zoo




Check out Keelee and her model poses!!
This babboon made us all laugh - everyone thought he was dead.
Grandma with her trouble-making granddaughters: Keelee, Brynna, Allie and Rachel.

3.17.2008

Brynna's thoughts...

Here are two of the latest funny things Brynna has said:

... "Keelee you must wash your hands or you'll spread Germans."

... "my favorite animal at the zoo is Grandma."

I wish I could remember all of them b/c they are pretty great!!

3.11.2008

Busy Week!





This past week has been crazy!! Brynna class hosted "Me and My Gal" day on Thursday, where we made cute vases; Keelee and Brynna made mommy a cake for her birthday; Keelee and Abbey conquered the rock wall at GS camp; finally, Keelee and mommy worked on a dance themed scrapbook page! Throw in there a carnival at school and you've got an action packed weekend! Keelee is paying the price for it though - she's got a case of Pink Eye!

2.27.2008

Happy and Sad

On a happy note....Keelee received her first marriage proposal on Monday. A handsome boy named Jacob sent her a love note asking for her hand in marriage. Brynna and Abbey will be in the wedding party and mom gets to wear whatever color she would like!


On a sad note...today is Grandpa Emmett's funeral (our cousins Emmett and Lucy's grandfather). He will be greatly missed by his family and we wish them all peace on this day.

1.25.2008

No news

There hasn't been much going on in our lives so there's been nothing to share!

Both girls are back in school and their after school activities are just starting.

That's it for now!

1.02.2008

Grandpa getting his Wii on!

Through the blur you can see Grandpa enjoying the family Wii! He was playing tennis and lost but run ruled in baseball.

Showing off some gifts



Our visit with Grandma and Grandpa

The chaos after opening gifts; the four granddaughters; the Minnesotans freezing at ZooLights; our last day together - major weather change!!



12.31.2007

Happy last day of 2007!

On this last day of 2007 we would like to wish you a night full of fun and laughter and not to much of the goofy juice!

Keelee will be partying at her Aunt's house and Brynna will be trying to recover from the flu.

May your 2008 be wonderful!

12.21.2007

Vacation has started

Both girls are now on holiday vacation until January 7th. Yippy.

Good thing their grandparents will be here in four days!!

12.11.2007

Happy Birthday Keelee!


It's Keelee's birthday today!!

Over the weekend we had a little family party for her - Bratz theme!! She received lots of nice gifts from everyone including a four-foot Barbie dream house (it's a fake one but that's beside the point!!)

Papa even took her out for a special dinner at IHop!!