First Pet

Sunday, May 3, 2009

I thought as a child that it was weird that some people didn't have dogs, horses, cows, or goats. I didn't realize that I was the different one. I feel a little sad sometimes that my kids have not had the experience of loving an animal, playing with one, having the responsibilities of caring for one, or losing one. All of these experiences have helped me become who I am today. If it was totally up to me we may have a small farm on our little half acre. Instead we have a pool. I can't complain, I do love that pool. We also have Nana & Papa Winterton's animals to go and play with. I am constantly pulling Noah out of horse pens because he wants to ride! He loves Check too.

Well after much begging from Shea, our biggest animal lover, we all decided on getting a goldfish. They are thrilled!!! Her name is Goldie, and she is a girl because they named her a girl name. Noah enjoys looking at it and tapping on the bowl. We will see how long this cute fish lasts. I'm not looking forward to cleaning a fish bowl, I would rather shovel horse manure. Oh well, my kids have a pet!

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

I was told we are a little overdue on updating our blog. I agree! I could make a nice list of things I am overdue on ... but I won't. This month has been an eventful one. Starting at the top...

1. Quilt retreat. So fun to see everyone. It snowed all day Saturday. Amazing! I don't think I have ever gotten to see snow falling until everything outside was white. So pretty.

2. Easter. What a special time of year, to celebrate the greatest gift we have ever been given. I love my Savior. There is no doubt I need his atoning sacrifice daily!


I am not sure how a bunny and eggs got put into this holiday but the kids do love it. With having both our families here we get to have EXTRA celebrations. We first went to Nana & Papa Winterton's for festivities on Friday. Then on Saturday we went to Nana & Papa Deaton's. Noah was a HUGE fan of coloring the eggs. I am kicking myself of not capturing the after math of a water fight between Matt and ALL the kids. Everybody was soaking wet. Sunday afternoon we went to Winterton's and had an awesome Easter feast.

3. Paige turned 7! She is the SWEETEST 7 year old I know. She is so responsible, fun, and determined. She is just so good. She got to celebrate three times (extra celebrations). The day of her birthday she requested breakfast in bed (SO CUTE). She was thrilled with hot chocolate, doughnuts, and grapes.

We celebrated that night with the Winterton side. She wanted crapes for dinner, awesome for me!

Her sweet cousins, Trai and Peyton, and Aunt Annie brought her balloons at school. After about 1 minute they ended up in a tree. Thanks to the janitor they were saved!

On Saturday she had a party with her friends at the bowling alley. They had a great time.

Sunday she celebrated with the Deaton side.

I told her birthday week is over. But really it wasn't. Monday she got to go shopping with her gift cards and money she got. Lucky girl!

O.K. so trying to blog a month's worth of stuff is a pain and way to long. I will do better!

Viva la Vida

Saturday, March 21, 2009

We survived Mexico! With strong disapproval from my mother we took our kids to Kino Bay, Mexico with the Webster family. We weren't worried at all about going and never felt an ounce scared while we were there. We had a great time relaxing and enjoying the lazy days. We asked Paige what her favorite thing was about the vacation and she said,"everything!" I agree! Thanks Webster's!

Las Chicas Locas

Thursday, March 5, 2009

We did it again! Las Chicas Locas, "The Crazy Ladies", ran the Ragnar Relay again this year. The race this year went from Prescott to Mesa, a total of 202.1 miles. The team this year included Darcy, Moe, Pat, Angie, Amy, and Jennifer in van 1. Van 2 was Me, Carrie, Stephanie, Amber, Erin, and Tashina. We got 2nd out of our division and 8th out of all the women teams. Awesome job ladies! The total miles for my runs ended up being 19.6 miles. Even though my legs were sore, it was worth worth all of the fun we had on the race and training together!

Before During
After

Horsin' Around

Sunday, February 22, 2009

We took advantage of not having school on Presidents Day going on a horse back ride at San Tan Mountain. We borrowed a couple of horses from my parents, drove to the mountain which is only 10 minutes from us, and set off. It was so much fun. The weather was great and it was so therapeutic (for me anyway). We enjoyed the scenery and Matt taught the girls some things about the outdoors, which got them a little scared, as they then kept their eyes out for rattlesnakes. Poor Noah didn't get to come along, he loves to ride, and yes, Matt has become a pretty good rider!
Matt and the girls enjoying a little picnic.

Happy Birthday Matt!

Sunday, February 15, 2009

Matt turned 32 on February 13th. We usually combine his birthday with Valentines because we can't afford two nights out in a row and it's crazy Valentines night so it works out really well for us. I surprised him with an over night stay at a resort in Phoenix. It was so nice, we wanted a few more nights but were happy with the one we got. We went shopping the next day, Matt got to pick out what he wanted. I tried to let him do all the shopping but had to purchase a few things I couldn't resist. We went home and had a little celebration with our kids. It was great. I love having a day to celebrate Matt. He is such a great father and husband. He is my world. I feel lucky to still have a crush on him and he still makes my heart skip a beat. I love you Matt.

Gardening

The girls were so excited to help Matt plant our first garden of the year. We planted peas, cilantro, tomatoes,and lettuce that we have already enjoyed.



Noah helped by staying out of the way and playing golf.