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Beach Day 1

matt — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:28:34 +0000

Got to Oceanside. Its so nice, and low 70s. The boys got to play in the sand and the ocean. Ezra loved it, Noah got knocked down by a few waves and we had one massive wave out of the blue that caught us off guard that kept him out of the water for a bit. Hoping he gets over it more today.

Berry Picking

matt — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 19:37:21 +0000

The Boys spent the weekend with Gma and papa at the cabin, They saw squirrels, a horned toad, and a tarantula! They rode the ATVs, ate a ton of mac & cheese and had a good time. We all went berry picking on sunday before bringing them home.

Ezra lasted about 10 minutes of dealing with thorns and finding the ripe ones. But lets just say Noah was in heaven! He was eating them as fast as he could pick them. Being the little genius that he is, he figured out mommy was picking faster, and had a large, full bag already going. So he moved on from the bushes to just getting handfulls out of moms bag. We think he ate a pound of raspberries in 20 minutes.

First Sleep Over

stephanie — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 22:58:19 +0000

The last weekend of June the boys had their first ever sleep over. They went to Gamma and Papa’s cabin. I think this was hardest on mommy. They didn’t miss me one bit, or if they did they didn’t show it at all. It went really well for them and the grandparents, well as long as you don’t count getting up at 5 am and then thinking you don’t need a nap because there is just so much to do!

It went so well they are doing it again this weekend!

Colorado Vacation 2011

matt — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 03:09:22 +0000

Every summer we try and escape some summer heat and head up to colorado to see Matt’s side of the family, see friends, and enjoy the beautiful views.

We had funny comments from the back seat on the way up
Enjoyed some fun at the Zoo
And Hung out with Matt’s Cousins on the 4th.

We also went up to Loveland to see Matt’s grandparents, and aunt and uncle.

Some photos and videos.

valentines 2011

matt — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 12:03:31 +0000

i love our family. I love stephanie so much, and i love our awesome little boys more than i can put into words.

thanksgiving 2010

matt — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 22:35:41 +0000

Yet another wonderful thanksgiving. Pics to prove it happened.

Wordless wednesday 11.17

matt — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 12:38:02 +0000

Halloween 2010

stephanie — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 14:43:05 +0000

Cleaning the pumpkin together.

Ez loved it.

He takes after his mommy and likes playing with the guts.

Noah didn't have the same love. It's on my foot!

But he did like the blue bowl.

Michelle and Jason working hard.

Carving away.

Ranger/zoo keeper found some wild animals.

Hooray! We got them to put the heads on for one picture.

Trick or Treat!

Pumpkins at the Botanical Gardens

stephanie — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 15:46:24 +0000

The Desert Botanical Gardens had a little pumpkin patch this weekend. Unfortunately to get to the pumpkin patch you had to do a hayride and the line was about an hour long. With three antsy toddlers we decided to skip that part. We had a nice time running around the garden and seeing some pumpkins on a truck.

Ezra ran so much!

What do you think is so much fun?

Water of course!

Peek-a-boo!

I need to hold this?

Almost got a shot of him looking at the camera and smiling.

Happy girl.

She reminds me so much of her daddy in this one.

Why do I have to sit here?

Three toddlers in one photo? No one is ever looking.

Chuck E. Cheese

stephanie — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 21:55:53 +0000

Yesterday Grandma took the grandkids (plus her kids) to Chuck E. Cheese. It was the boys’ first time and they had a ton of fun! We were very lucky and had the run of the place. We played several games and no one was injured by the skee balls Abby was chucking. Noah loved putting the tokens in the machines, pretty much a game for him. Ezra road a couple of the rides and only got scared once.

Cheese

But why did grandma go back outside?

Come back Grandma!

Hooray we all fit!

The boys loved this game. Putting balls in a bucket is a lot of fun!

Wait who was supposed to be watching Abby?

Stagecoach Days’ Fun

stephanie — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 22:40:03 +0000

Our little city had Stagecoach Days’ this weekend. We took the boys and enjoyed a nice morning in the park.

We tried our first bounce houses, Noah was more into than Ezra, but they both just crawled around.

We also went over to the fire safety trailer and learned to be fire smart.

First you play with the fireplace. Funny thing they decided to not turn it on because it was just a few toddlers in the trailer and our boys were still drawn to it, good thing we con’t have one.

Then you run from the exit.

And then if your Ezra you break out your dance moves.

We also tried out a photo booth for the first time with the boys, shockingly two toddlers weren’t very cooperative. They just wanted to push the button!

We also petted some of the local 4h club animals and played in the Montessori pre-school booth for a while (which the boys loved). Sorry no pics as we were also too busy playing. Matt also was able to do a little networking, life in a small city does have its benefits.

Happy 30th!

stephanie — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 05:02:54 +0000

Happy Birthday Jason! I personally think the 30s are great and hope you enjoy them just as much!

Just so you know you are my favorite little brother.

Car Wash

stephanie — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 21:05:00 +0000

Matt wanted to wash the car this weekend and I offered for the boys and I to “help.” He knew we wouldn’t be a help, but was happy to have fun with the boys while getting something done.

Running from the water

Ez wanting to touch the water, but not get too close

Always with the tongue out

Showers

Bubbles!

Just a little soapy

The face?

Supervising daddy.

Trying to figure out the hose.

Noah

Trying to get a drink

Airplane!

Matt doing all the work

What did I do besides take pictures? Chase down the runners!

Photo Friday – 07.30.2010 (road trip edition)

stephanie — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:12:52 +0000

Hitting the road!

They have no idea how long the day will be.

Noah fighting nap.

Trying out the buckle toy.

Deep in concentration.

It was more fun this way.

Rain! (it came just in time, the boys were cranky and this cheered them right up)

Happy it’s raining! from Stephanie Adams on Vimeo.

Happy Matt.

Ez has had enough.

Smiling at daddy.

Kissing his guns.

Trying some sweet and sour sauce.

Trying on Lynnette's sunglasses.

McDonald's is now featuring Noah as an attraction (seriously that boy is a ham!)

All ready for bed.

Nothing but glow worm.

Grandpa’s Birthday

stephanie — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:20:48 +0000

Fathers’ day was also my dad’s birthday. We celebrated with cake and presents! Happy Birthday Dad!

The birthday boy and Abby opening gifts.

We're going to have cake happy dance.

I can't wait another second for cake!

The cake, sorry this was the best pic I had.

The ice cream cake had little cones on top, perfect for toddlers.

Some on my arm, now to lick that off!

Abby getting a little assistance.