one

Miss Ivy is officially 1. Time flies, blah, blah, and all the rest and of the stuff you say on you're little babies first birthday. This little girl is such a joy to have around. She cracks me up constantly and I am so happy she's in our family. lets just say her birthday party this year wasn't exactly the party of the year. I promised her that when she turns two she'll have a great party complete with a pony... I love this little one year old more than ever. Happy Birthday, baby sister...........

SWM seeks someone to love

SWM seeks a sexy guy\gal to have a little fun with and possibly something more. Must love: Flying, good food, family, coffee, spray tans, and life in general!


This young stallion holds a very special place in my heart. He is sooo good with all the kids in the family and so easy to talk to. I couldn't think of a bigger catch than Maxamillion.

Besides studying to become an EMT he makes a mean cup of coffee on the fly. Leave a comment and if I approve I may give him your digits.

"Bangin" bangs for baby Ivy

All geared up with treats and scissors, tori goes in for the kill My poor little girl could no longer see unless her bangs were pulled back.

This was not an easy job! It makes me wonder how many treats my mom had to feed us while she permed our hair in our highchairs when my sisters and I were little. I have the pictures to prove it!

She looks so retro! I love the bangs and Ivy is happy to be able to see little hairballs and crumbs on the floor now so she can continue her journey of eating any little nasty thing that crosses her path.

Breanne's neighborhood

Let me introduce you to Robert! This nice fellow lives right downstairs from my sister.
I just had to capture a picture of this late night cat walker to share with you all. Believe it or not Cat Walking isn't the only claim to fame Robert has. Robert proudly tells the story of meeting his wife on the Jerry Springer show. We are searching for the episode on the web to give to my sister for christmas. Robert is a great neighbor and even offers to babysit from time to time. Anyone need someone to walk their cats or watch their kids????

Carson-Shivley-Petersen-Sandoval-Zachary

So we had the whole crew together a few weeks ago and decided to take some pictures in the mean time. Family pictures are sort of a nightmare but every ones happy to have them when it's all over. The more babies we add to the mix, the more difficult it gets. I wonder who will have the next one? 123 not it!!!!!
Sophie is starting a new lawn care business! Any takers?

My little brother is finally taller than all of his big sisters!

We tried our best to get a good one..

Sisters are forever friends......

I just love this one..

Sometimes we pretend like we're still newlyweds!

Bubba Jr.

She really does have an outie belly button

and the cutest little pot belly to go with it!

For your viewing enjoyment

My good friend Desiree and I modeled a bunch of crazy western get ups in the western design conference fashion show in Jackson. I miss you Des!

Papa Leo and his littlest granddaughter. Ivy is finally warming up to him and lets him hold her now. That's a big deal for Ivy!

I love this picture of Blayke! She is made for wearing hats... Next photo shoot I want to find a baby cowboy hat for this little girl. I can see it now!

CAMERA PRACTICE

11 months old

It's a month and a day away from Ivy's 1st birthday... I can't stop snapping photos of this little blue eyed beauty. These pictures are from this afternoon. My little girl is growing up.

Happenings........

My little boy loves to cook just like his mom. This is his favorite creation! (Recipe below)

CAST OF CHARACTERS: Gum, Marshmallows, choc. chips, cotton candy, sugar cones, lots of sprinkles, and leftover Halloween candy. DIRECTIONS: Put any or all of these ingredients into a pie pan and serve to whoever will eat it! ENJOY

This is really the only picture I have ever seen of Jax where he looks a lot like his dad. I had to post it......

Jax has the cutest new buddy named Charlie! The have so much fun together. Here they are looking for scurvy pirates and treasure on the boat. Charlie was disappointed when he found out the boat had to stay in the garage. They are too cute together!

Water polo mongrel part 2

Since when are Sophomore's in high school this muscular? What can I say big muscles run in the family. Anyone who has ever arm wrestled me will testify to that. Actually I am yet to win an arm wrestling match with anyone over the age of 4. Leg wrestling is my specialty!!!

Matthew is the cutest on in the picture (of course)

He is the striking young lad who is farthest on the right.

http://www.laverneonline.com/2009/08/26/making-waves-again-bonitas-varsity-water-polo-team-a-storied-franchise/

My little brother the water polo machine is at it again. My dad sent me this(above) link today about this years team. I couldn't help but post it. I can't wait to see Matt in action.

"mom, I think I'm a cowboy now"

One night of watching uncle Donnie rope and jaxon is convinced he's a real cowboy. He is now requesting a cowboy costume to add to his repertoire of costumes! He also wants a "real Cowboy hat". Whatever that means!

fishing,biking,swimming...

Best friends forever "Blayke and Ivy" I love the way these two yell and squeal at each other. They are best little buddies and don't even know it yet.

( Words cannot begin to describe her cuteness)

Sometimes i pretend like I am a hardcore biker mama and take the kids on a trek around our neighborhood. This outing ended quickly when Jaxon fell off his bike(again) and said, "That's it! I'm just a little kid mom. I can't do everything you can do. I'll never ride this bike again" Luckily he has since changed his mind overnight and was back at it this morning.

Jaxon and his cousin Savana went swimming today. We simply refuse to let the summer end. Today was warm and perfect in every way. I am praying for more global warming!

Daddy took Jaxon fishing last night just down the road from our house and they caught this monster of a fish. jax has been talking about catching a fish and frying it up in a pan for months now and last night his wish came true. We grilled this little feller last night for a midnight snack and he was delicious.....