Winward Biathlon

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!!!

Summer Fun 2009

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.......

Brenna Turns "5"

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!

Our Boat!

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.

Karlie's 2nd Birthday

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

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

Happy Birthday Cameron! 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!

Karlie Anne

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.