Saturday, May 9, 2009

Easter

These are so past due, but better late than never..







We've been spending a lot of time at the baseball fields this spring. Brendon has been pitching and playing short stop. As long as it is warm, we really enjoy being outside. But, whenever we go watch this....
We can't forget to do this.... That's right folks, my child is on a leash. I spent the first game chasing after him around all the fields and into the street. But, no more!!! He pretty much stays right by me now. Genius!!!

Monday, March 30, 2009

Ok, ok, OKAY!!!!

I'll post already! Seriously, everyone just hounds me and hounds me! When are you going to post? Are you ever going to post again? Are you still alive? Let's see pics of your kids?

The problem is, that I have been very lazy about taking pictures! But, I will clue you in on my life for the last few months. And, I will try to post a little more often!

Joey and I went on a cruise a few weeks ago. It was fantastic! We laid in the sun, ate to our hearts content, read 3 books and just plain relaxed! No kids, no schedules, no jobs! We went to the Mexican Riviera and stopped at Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerta Vallarta. The weather in Mexico was fabulous and so warm. I am really missing it right about now. My parents came to stay with the kids and spoiled them rotten for 8 days. We can't begin to thank them for their time and generosity. I am already planning our next trip in 2010. (At least in my head)
Puerta Vallarta
Whale Watching in Cabo. That whale was so close, we felt his splash.
Formal night. Not sure what that white spot is on my dress. Must be a reflection.


I started an after-school enrichment program at our elementary school. I am teaching Elementary Art to K-3rd graders. I teach every Tuesday from 3:45-4:45. It is a great job and I am really enjoying it. Nicole is taking a drama class and will be staring in Cinderella in a few weeks. She has the roll of Narrator.

Brendon started baseball practice and has his first game this Saturday.

Hayden is still enjoying preschool and just plain enjoying life.

And, Blake. What can I say. He is the sweetest thing on this earth. Well, that isn't quite true. He does know how to throw a tantrum if he can't get into the pantry and treat himself to some food. You would think I am starving the kid. But, when he isn't screaming for my attention, he is quite angelic!

I have been spending loads of time learning how to coupon. Coupon? you ask. What is this? There is a whole society of couponers in our area who are saving tons of money on groceries. I decided I wanted to save also, and have spent lots of my time learning the ins and outs of coupons, store policies, checking coupon blogs and finding the good deals. I will admit it is a little addicting and I find the hunt quite exciting. When you walk out of a store after saving a TON of money and getting some items free, I feel like I just hit it big on the craps or blackjack table. Kinda the same feeling. I have been stocking up and get my year supply in order. For example, this week I plan on buying 100 boxes of cereal. Yep, I said 100! I bet you are thinking, why would she buy so many boxes. Well, I happen to have four children who eat cereal like it is going out of style. It has a year shelf life, but we won't worry about that. I am sure my kids will eat through that by the end of summer. Then I will have to start looking for another good cereal deal. Oh by the way, I will get 100 boxes for about $33. Yippee!!

Well, I can't think of what else has been going on. We are just making it day to day. Hoping, longing, dreaming of some warm weather. I look forward to a day I can open the back door and let Blake out in the back yard without a coat, hat, shoes and socks.

Last, but not least! Go Uconn!! I can already smell the money!!!

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Happy New Year!

Well, the month of December flew by! We had a great holiday season. We spent lots of time with family, both in Idaho and Utah! We are looking forward to a great 2009!

Some of our activities (Not in any particular order) .....


We finally took the plunge and got Blake's hair cut! It was really hard and took me a very long time to get used to it. He definitely lost the baby look. But now, he looks as if his parents care about his hygiene!



It doesn't matter how many times I protest, Joey still thinks it is appropriate for two minor children to be on the top of the roof to hang Christmas lights. They aren't allowed to move, but I still freak out knowing at any minute they could slide right to the concrete. It is the highlight of the season for them. (Notice that Hayden has his shoes on the wrong feet and Nicole is wearing a pair of crocs. Those should give some good traction!)
PS: Those jeans are Joey's work jeans. He feels the need to hang on to clothes that are out of style because he can always "WORK" in them. Embarrassing!

We had a great Santa party at the Snyder's home this year. The kids love to perform their "Talent" and sit on Santa's lap. (Who gave this kid a candy cane?)

Here Hayden is performing his Talent of somersaults! (Excuse the head in the way. If I had more time and energy, I would photoshop that out, but I don't, so I didn't)



How else can we torture this kid?



Christmas Day was great! Nicole got a Hannah Montana guitar, "Hang down" earrings and a new white board!
Hayden got a baseball tee, an airplane and a gaming system for the TV.
Brendon got a bike, a Peyton Manning jersey and some money towards a DS!

This sweet baby got some snow bibs and some new sippy cups.

Here is some of the crew over at the Tueller's on Christmas.

We drove to Heber the day after Christmas. It took us 9 hrs to get there when it usually takes us about 6. Fortunately, the kids were really good in the car and we made it safely. We had a blast spending time with family and letting the kids play in the snow.

Again, some of these pictures need to have the red eye edited. Sorry!









Calling all orthodontists!!!!


So, there you have it. Our month in pictures. It was great and now we are looking forward to a relaxing January. Oh wait, I found these last few pictures.
Jennifer doing the river dance.
Is that Craig doing the running man?
I think that might be the Kandis dance! (We had way too much time on our hands!)
Happy New Year from The Tueller's!

Thursday, December 4, 2008

More Pictures..

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Friday, November 28, 2008

Here we are...

Today, our good friend Aimee took pictures of our family. I LOVE them! Here are a few as a teaser! I will post more after some editing! Thanks, Aimee, we are thrilled!




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Thursday, November 6, 2008

Hayden's Birthday Party

Can you believe that I have posted everyday this week? Seriously, I am so proud of myself.

Hayden had a birthday party with a few of his little friends. We borrowed a jump house from The Critchfield's that was the hit of the party. I swear those kids could have jumped for hours. That cake says Happy Birthday Hayden. Don't you think it looks kinda sloppy? It is sloppy, because I had to do it myself. I bought the cake at Walmart, but the bakery workers were all on break when I bought it. There wasn't one person who could write on a cake. So, I just went behind the counter, found the frosting in a bag and proceeded to do the deed myself. That's Walmart for you!
We made little bats out of these mini pumpkins. They turned out really cute!


Thanks for the book, Nana and Papa!
Ryan, Ellie, Hayden, Trey and Zack