The Whitehead's

One year later and you get a new POST!

2010-11-12T16:46:00.000-07:00

Ok I have to admit it has been a very long time.... But honestly 2010 has been a very rough, exciting, sad year. The beginning of the year proved to be very hopeful for my father who was diagnosed with Leukemia. He went into the hospital in February to start kemo treatments and on April 10, 2010 he passed away. Sadly he never came out of that hospital, be he did in fact beat leukemia! In January while preparing to get my Dad ready for kemo I found out we were expecting our 5th child - yea!!!! During one of my many trips to Boise to spend time with my Dad I was rushed to the emergency room and was later told that I had a sub-corionic hemorrhage. (That's where the placenta detaches from the uterus and bleeding occurs.) Apparently (after I had our baby girl) my great friend and Doctor "Dr. Jake" told me that I had a 90% chance of loosing the baby while I was pregnant. So little Malia born September 23, 2010 is truly a miracle!! It has been interesting to see the circle of life in it's full glory - life and death in one year. The greatest experience through all of this is what my Father taught me in that hospital room. I have never met someone where complaining was not allowed. He never once complained. He also taught me that patience, hope and faith are all linked together. I actually never knew he had any of these attributes, but he most certainly did! Most of all he taught me, that no matter what, love is forever and that he loved me with his whole being. So after the funeral we headed home and after about one hour of being home we got a call saying Cameron's parents were on an emergency flight home from their mission and that his Mother needed eye surgery right away. So the next morning we got back in the car and met his parents for a wonderful homecoming reunion at the new Murry hospital ER in Utah. So now I hope you can better understand why I have not been posting. I am going to try and make up for lost time this winter and get this blog updated. I really want to make a blog book for my children and will have to do some catch up if you know what I mean. So until next time......

Family Pictures

2009-11-14T16:30:00.001-07:00

Can I just say that my little family is so cute! Cameron and I even look good in some of these! Apparently, as you can see in the pictures Karlie really likes to stick her tongue out, which was new to me. I am so tickled at how these pictures turned out. Thanks to my friend Katie for taking such great pictures of my family! To see her work check out potatobugphotography.com.

2009-11-14T16:26:00.001-07:00

Colorado Bear Video!

2009-09-25T15:18:00.003-06:00

Yea this bear was right outside our cabin!

Finally a BIG BOY now!

2009-09-25T15:14:00.003-06:00

Caden is so happy to have finally lost his two front teeth! He is 8 1/2 and has been a little upset since his younger brother has lost 8 teeth already. Watch out world the toothless wonder is taking flight!

2009-09-25T15:12:00.001-06:00

SCHOOL STARTS!

2009-09-25T15:06:00.002-06:00

Where did the summer go? This year we are proud to announce that the Whitehead family is sending three darling, bright, outgoing students to the Preston School district. They should be thankful for getting such great kids, plus I have no doubt that their schools scores will increase with these cuties attending! Caden is in 3rd grade, Braken 2nd grade, and my Brenna B. a kindergartner.

2009-09-25T15:01:00.001-06:00

Colorado Vacation!

2009-09-25T14:37:00.003-06:00

Each year we travel to Colorado to spend some time in our family cabin. My great-grandfather built this beloved cabin the year my grandmother was born - 1924. It has since been somewhat updated. For example we now have a bathroom, more efficient heaters, even a fridge! Oh the life! Nonetheless, my children love spending time in Estes Park. And as Braken exclaims "It is my favorite place on earth Mom!" I've included a few pictures of our trip, however the legacy that my family has left to me and my children surpasses these pictures in meaning. I am so blessed to have been born into such a loving, caring family. Where family truly is the most important thing in the world! If you haven't begun to leave your mark for your family to feel, start now!
-Here are pictures of the Denver zoo, children playing, time with mom, Cameron working etc... all in beautiful Colorado!

2009-08-06T14:51:00.001-06:00

Winward Biathlon

2009-08-06T14:44:00.003-06:00

I am so proud of myself to say that this summer I ran a 5K race on the 4th of July, and came in 12th. Pretty good for a mother of 4. Most recently however, my dear friends and I completed the Winward Biathlon. This race is a 3.1 mile run then a 14 mile bike. Yes we all did it! As you can see from the picture, Shelly, Jamie, Myself and Tracy were very excited. Everyone at the race called us the Pink Ladies. Which is much better then "Old Ladies". I had to say that for Shelly since she is finally 30! Anyway, we sure have worked hard, but I must admit I hate RUNNING!!!

2009-08-06T14:37:00.001-06:00

Summer Fun 2009

2009-08-06T14:13:00.005-06:00

We have been very busy this summer. You name it we have done it. Where to start, where to start? We started off by dunking the children into swimming lessons the first part of June. It was a wet June to say the least. The boys have made such great improvements and can swim really well. Brenna took lessons for the first time and did a fantastic job, she was even swimming alone for short distances. Next, we celebrated Braken's birthday, & the 4th of July. Next we relaxed a bit over in Bear lake with our good friends the Curtis's at the family condo. Then we proceeded to Stanley, Idaho where we spent almost a week camping at Stanley Lake with my brother and his family. We came home then took off to Lagoon (amusement park) because you have to go at least once during the summer! Then I went to Boise to see my Dad for two days ( all by myself I might add). He has been undergoing "kemo" treatments and I just decided spur of the moment to go give him a little love! back in Preston we celebrated Rodeo weekend with cooking hamburgers for Kiwanis's club (that was a hoot!), throwing candy in the parade on the SkyTrac, and of course going to the carnival! Now do realize that in between all of this we have been at the lake to many times to count! We have absolutely loved having the boat and playing in the water. Come the end of August, right before school we are heading to Colorado. Well I should say Braken's favorite place on Earth! You know me go go go.......

2009-06-10T17:24:00.001-06:00

Brenna Turns "5"

2009-06-10T17:13:00.004-06:00

Today Brenna B. turned five. I guess that means I have officially lived in Preston for almost 5 years. Brenna had a few friends over for a PRINCESS party! Everything was Princess, from the crowns, to the dresses, and even the castle jump house! I was even creative and made Princess play dough, which was a big hit! My mom always says that Brenna acts just like I did as a child. My poor Mother! Actually Brenna is a true love with a personality to knock your socks off at any minute! Happy Birthday my sweet five year old!

2009-06-10T17:13:00.001-06:00

Our Boat!

2009-06-10T17:05:00.000-06:00

Cameron and I have been wanting a boat for years now and have finally saved enough money to buy one! Cam acts like a small child at Christmas! We just bought a 3 person tube, some skis, that is all for now. I must add that I did get up on one ski the first time this season with only one try. "Who's the Woman!" Anyway here are a few pictures of the beautiful boat and Cam and a few of the kids frolicking on the beach. (By the way boating during the week is the BOMB, weekends not so much.) P.S. This happened back in May, i'm just a little slow putting it one here.

2009-06-10T17:04:00.001-06:00

Karlie's 2nd Birthday

2009-05-09T16:48:00.000-06:00

I honestly don't think I have ever seen Karlie act so cute! She was so excited for her birthday and her presents. Grandma B. bought her some dress ups and she just fell in love with them. I think the best part for her was knowing that they were hers and hers alone. No more having to use Brenna's and having her get mad for wearing them. I made her a white cake and she seemed to enjoy the frosting. Like mother like daughter, we are frosting lovers. I can remember in about the 4th grade I requested a total frosting cake for my birthday. Did my mom ever deliver!
Karlie has been such a joy these past 2 years that we could not ever live without her!

Dance Recital 2009

2009-05-02T17:47:00.006-06:00

This is a little treat for Elder and Sister Whitehead, who are missing out on 2 dance recitals while away. ( Is there a spider crawling up her skirt?)

35 Birthday Party

2009-05-01T13:44:00.007-06:00

Happy Birthday Camero n! Yes Cam turned the big 35 this year. I told him that it was half way to 70. I don't think he appreciated that very much, but what can I say I am only a few years younger. The children and I celebrated with his favorite meal T-bone steaks, baked potato, salad with hard boiled eggs, and seasoned Italian Asparagus. It really was delicious! Next some good friends came over for cake and ice cream. Cameron had to have a specific cake form Sam's club, the kind with the Persian filling. I think and hope he had a nice time. Until next year HAPPY BIRTHDAY HONEY!

2009-04-27T14:22:00.001-06:00

Karlie Anne

2009-04-27T14:14:00.004-06:00

Lately I find myself taking pictures of our "dog-darling" Karlie. She will be 2 next week and can not help but share her cute personality. AKA; Karlie Warlie - Warliss (Grandma Corliss thinks that is close to her name) - Woogle - Woogie - & Woogie Woo.

2009-04-27T14:13:00.001-06:00

FINALLY!

2009-04-27T14:05:00.004-06:00

A few weeks ago my brother-in-law Danny came and helped Cameron wire the basement. Ever since then Cam has been very motivated in finishing the basement. If I knew Danny was what Cameron needed to get motivated, I would have sent for him a long time ago! Anyway here are a few pictures of the basement. Yes I now officially have two laundry rooms! And the one in the picture even works, though nothing else down there does, YET!

Brenna's Preschool Dance

2009-04-23T19:04:00.000-06:00

Brenna recently had her dance pictures taken and I though I would share it with you. Is she not the cutest dancer in the group!

TAX DAY!

2009-04-15T13:34:00.000-06:00

We have not ever had to pay taxes like this before! So yes we had to take a picture and cherish the moment as our hard earned money was mailed to the IRS. IRS stands for: I'm Really Sad they took my money, because I could have finished my basement.

Happy Easter!

2009-04-15T13:17:00.000-06:00

Happy Easter from our clan to yours. We spent our time dying eggs (I do not love doing that), hunting and more hunting at Grandma B's house. During church someone asked how the Easter Bunny got rolled up into Easter. I thought about that and am not sure if I have the answer or not, but I think is must be a shopping promotion at one time or another. Also, remember those commercials for Cadburry Eggs and the different animals they used to represent the bunny? chicken, turtle, rodent etc... and it ended up on a large rabbit popping out an egg. What was that? My friend Jamie (professional rabbit caregiver) says that rabbits have live births every 6 weeks, no egg popping involved. I guess that means we should have an Easter Chicken instead, but who wants to snuggle up to an Easter Chicken?

2009-04-15T13:16:00.001-06:00

2009-04-15T13:15:00.001-06:00

Brenna B. - The Dancer

2009-04-15T13:11:00.000-06:00

Brenna is just finishing out her second year of dancing and the performances have begun.
(Cameron can not wait to go to all of them.). Here is a little taste of her Itsy Bitsy Spider dance. Is she not the cutest 4 yr old you have ever seen?

2009-04-15T13:10:00.001-06:00

Spring Break 09

2009-04-15T13:03:00.001-06:00

The kids and I decided it was time to get out of Dodge and head up to see our family in Boise. We were lucky enough to see my sisters new baby daughter Kiyah Anne, and Grandpa Hunemiller who just flew in from New Mexico. We stayed at my brothers home and most likely drove my sister-in-law Kirsten NUTS! However, I know my nephew Jarett had a blast with his cousins! Overall we had a very nice time spending time with my sister and her kids, my sister-in law and her son and of course Grandpa. Cameron even showed up for a day! The weather on the other hand was not that great, but what can I say other than ----"10 weeks until summer!"

2009-03-12T14:42:00.000-06:00

This is a picture of my In-laws car that was totaled. Vince was driving and got a little distracted ( I like to say he was "gawking") and T-boned an SUV. Luckily they were not hurt, other than when the air-bag came out. It's amazing how Heavenly Father will watch over you when you are trying to do the right thing, like serving a mission in their case.

Toothless Wonder!

2009-03-09T19:15:00.001-06:00

St. George Weekend!

2009-03-09T14:44:00.001-06:00

Yes we spent last weekend in St. George. Yes, I forgot to take my camera. However, I took photos on my phone. If anyone knows how to get those on here let me know! Why is it that I always have to pack, get the car ready ( clean it out, fill it up, get all the necessary treats and DVD's to watch), then leave and turn around to do the same thing in reverse order when I get home? This could possibly be one of the reasons why I dislike going places because it is so much WORK! Not that I am opposed to work, it is just that there are five other people in this family who could help! (Ever feel that way?) All right, I'm moving on. We had a very pleasant time in St. George. It was not very warm, maybe 60' but that is much warmer than here. It was however very sunny and that was GREAT!!!!! We went to Zion National Park and hiked around, had a picnic lunch and drove through the tunnel twice! I think Cameron like that even more than the kids. We did a lot of swimming in the pool and playing outside at the park, mini-golf or the old ghost town. We had a very nice time but now we are back to the HORRIBLE snow. Yes it is currently snowing! So if you are looking for some sun and can get there on less that a tank of gas ( that's even in our Yukon XL) then get off your bums and go to St. George!

Side note: Braken lost his other top front tooth on the trip. He said that now he looks like his friend Mckade who knocked both of his out. He looks to cute! Older brother Caden is not very happy though, because he still has both his front baby teeth!

Caden's Baptism January 31, 2009

2009-02-02T14:48:00.001-07:00

Caden's Big Day

2009-02-02T14:25:00.001-07:00

Caden has been hounding me to get these on here so Grandma & Grandpa Whitehead ( in Guyana) could see him on his baptism day. He truly had a very wonderful day. Cameron was a little nervous because they only put about 2 feet of water in the font. He did not want to have to repeat the whole process if something did not go under! Blessed be the day however that it all went very well the first time. After the baptism, when Caden and Cameron went to change clothes, Karlie started screaming. Cameron thought it was because he left the room, WRONG! She had dropped her binky into the font. I had to crouch down and extend my arm as far as it would go under the glass barrier, luckily I was able to grab it. Once I grabbed it I turned around towards everyone in the room and announced that "this binky is now sin free!" They all chuckled! I've included a list of the people who so lovingly attended this special day for Caden. Me, Braken, Brenna, Karlie, Grandma B, Hunemiller family (Chris, Kirsten, Jaret), Candice, Bosworth family (Callie, Kit, Ryker, Lilly), Sorensen family (Jake, Tracy, Mikellie), Curtis family (Jacob, Jamie, Emily, Madison, Dannie, Tori), Wardell family (Shelly, McKade, Madison), Kline family (Aunt Sharon, Shiloaha, Sierra), Bishop Alder, & Teresa Atkinsen.

Caden Turns 8

2009-01-22T21:23:00.001-07:00

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Christmas 2008

2009-01-22T21:22:00.001-07:00

Christmas Pictures

2009-01-22T21:17:00.003-07:00

Finally some Christmas pictures. As always we celebrate Christmas at Grandma B's. The children just love sleeping over and waking up at grandmas house the next morning. As you will notice I have a wide variety of pictures from the holidays included in this slide show. There are pictures of us throwing out the reindeer dust for Santa's reindeer. ( It lets them know where to land!) My Mom, brother Chris and his wife Kirsten along with their son Jarett. My little brother Zack might be in a few shots along with my nephew Jonah who is now 12 1/2 years old. My Dad and the gang at his house in Boise. And of course my darling children are there as well. Enjoy.

Christmas with Friends

2009-01-22T21:11:00.001-07:00

Christmas party with GREAT Friends

2009-01-22T20:55:00.001-07:00

The week before Christmas we invited some of our good friends and their children over for a fun Christmas party. We had an absolutely great time! We played the white elephant game, cat and mouse, and many more. We even had good food to boot! It is so nice to have such wonderful friends as you!

2009 Hip Hip A New Day!

2009-01-02T20:08:00.000-07:00

I can not believe that the Holidays are all over and done with. Yesterday I took down all of my Christmas decorations inside my house. With the two feet plus of snow outside I doubt that I will be accomplishing anything outside for some time. Caden's birthday is coming up so quickly! January 9th he will turn 8. Can you believe it 8 years old! Anyone who would like to attend his baptism is more than welcome to come. I think it will be the first part of February. I will catch up with Christmas pictures as soon as I can. Happy New Year!

Brenna's New Hair Cut

2008-12-16T19:18:00.001-07:00

Hunemiller Christmas Party

2008-12-15T14:21:00.001-07:00

Hunemiller Christmas Party

2008-12-15T13:40:00.000-07:00

The first weekend in December, we loaded up the kids and went up to Boise to see my Dad's side of the family. We haven't been up to Boise in about a year since my dad has started spending spring, summer, and fall in Angel Fire New Mexico. We were very busy making ornaments for his tree, picking out a Christmas tree, going to the annual family party and even making a surprised visit to the ER. We had a really great time spending time with Grandpa Hunemiller and Niki. We had a nice time seeing my aunts, uncles and many cousins. Grams and Gramps actually paid for the party this year. They both have long since passed away, but funds from an oil stock keep coming to the trust fund. Lucky us! The trip to the ER lead to a night in the hospital for my Dad, which was the first time he has ever been in the hospital in all of his 63 young years. He is doing much better and he seems to really like his doctor. I will not go into detail but I will say thank goodness for yearly check-ups, and people who are dedicated to patient care. Merry Christmas everybody!

Christmas Concert

2008-12-15T13:33:00.001-07:00

Rising Stars Christmas Concert

2008-12-15T13:28:00.000-07:00

This past weekend the boys entertained us with thier annual Rising Stars Christmas concert. They were so dang handsome. Honestly, they are easy to find in the pictures because they are the most handsome boys on the entire stage! We had a fun time watching them dance and sing. Even Cameron enjoyed the concert this year!

Grandpa & Grandma go to MTC

2008-12-01T17:43:00.001-07:00

Today we drove Elder and Sister Whitehead to the MTC (Missionary Training Center). I guess you could say this is the first day of their mission to the West Indies as Humanitarian Missionaries. from what I understand they will be at the MTC for roughly 10 days, then fly to the Dominican Republic MTC for additional training. After that is completed they will travel to the country of Guyana (just east of Venezuela) and officially begin! I've included a picture of our experience today, if you are craving mo9re please check out their blog (link toward the top of this page). Both Cameron and I are so excited for them! We know that they as well as our family will truly be blessed for their sacrifice and hard work. Personally I have never felt the spirit so strong as I have since they received their call. I'll try and keep you up to date. While I do that, encourage your own parents and in-laws to go on a mission!

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS!!!

2008-11-18T18:46:00.000-07:00

OK, I did not wait that long to go outside and get some pictures of our lights. Personally, I think that they look pretty good. Heck, our Christmas lights are on and it's not even Thanksgiving yet. I do it all for the love of the season!

You better watch out! You better not cry. You better not pout, I'm telling you why. The Whitehead's are coming to town.

Actually, this does not even compare with Preston's festival of lights. However, we are the current holders of the most lights on display down our street. YES!!!

Holiday Memories 06'-07'

2008-11-18T17:42:00.003-07:00

Getting Ready For Christmas

2008-11-18T14:50:00.000-07:00

I finished decorating the outside of our house for the holidays this past weekend. Yea! As soon as I find the time I will take a picture of my master piece for all of you to see. Currently I am updating and decorating my blog for the holidays as well. I just love Christmas don't you?

Spooky!!

2008-11-03T21:55:00.000-07:00

Here is a tid-bit of our Halloween fun! Our good friend Jake Sorensen handed out candy and talked to the trick-or treaters about good oral hygiene. The children made out like bandits with arm loads of candy. (For those of you who don't know: You can double click on a picture and it will enlarge on your screen. (Thought you'd like to know Mom!))

Halloween Night

2008-11-03T21:16:00.000-07:00

Is this not the coolest thing you have ever seen on Halloween? We were just getting ready to leave the trunk-or-treat in Lewiston when this beautiful headless horseman and his horse trotted into the parting lot. I say beautiful because this horse and his master were not the least bit scary, but down right georgous and amazing to look at. I bet you can not top this headless horesman!

Pumpkin Carving

2008-10-30T14:28:00.000-06:00

This year we got smart since the weather has been fantastic and carved pumpkins out on the back patio. Our pumpkins turned out so cute (oh ...maybe I should say scary). The children had a good time carving (well I carved them) drawing their faces on the pumpkins and pulling out their guts. I think Cameron had a pretty good time as well. His pumpkin is the one that says "Boo". This year Caden will be a pirate, Braken will be Dracula, Brenna is a cheerleader, and dog darling is a witch. We are going to a ward party tonight so it will be the first of many costume parties, I think Brenna has been to three already. Have a SPOOKY HALLOWEEN!!!

Caden & Braken - Football 08'

2008-10-22T15:40:00.000-06:00

Caden & Braken started flag football this fall in Smithfield. They have absolutely loved playing and learning the game. During one game Braken ran a 50 yard touchdown. He was so excited that he could hardly stand himself. He kept asking everyone on the sidelines, "Did you know that I made that touchdown?" (over and over again). Caden became an excellent safety and good reciever as well. By the last few games he was pulling off just about everyones flag. (If you had the football that is.) Cameron was so excited to see his boys play that he helped out with coaching every practice. He must feel like he is in his element coaching football, because he really got in to it! "Living the dream through his sons."

Fall 08'

2008-10-21T11:58:00.000-06:00

Finally we found the time to take some family pictures with Karlie included. It only took us a year and a half but we made it. Cameron's parentsare going on a mission to the West Indies on December 1st, and I thought this would be a great way for them to keep up with the ongoings of our small family. Since I am new to this blog stuff please be patient. I'm hoping to get a few things figured out soon.
A few weeks ago I took the children up Strawberry Canyon and took some fallish pictures. The kids had a great time! we barely made it back before the first snow of the year began to fall. While hiking around we found some interesting deer legs? Why would there be only two deer legs perfectly cut off and discarded? Where were the other two my children wanted to know. I'm not a hunter and had absolutely no idea why those legs were there, but the children thought they were "gross" and "cool". Enjoy the wonderful weather while it lasts!