Happy Birthday Chase

Happy Birthday Chase! I hope you have a great birthday. I can't wait to see you tomorrow. I still can't believe that you are 12 years old.

***I remember coming home from work and seeing you with your head shaved. I was so upset. Your uncles called me to ask if they could shave your head and I told them no. But they didn't listen to me. I was very mad.
***When you were three you started playing soccer. You were the youngest and the smallest on the team. Your shorts came down to your ankles.
***I love how sensitive you are. You don't like it when people are mean to other people. You don't like to see people hurt or upset. I love this side of you. You have a special bond with the grandma's in our ward (Sis. Hubbs and Sis. Cook) You always give them hugs when you see them and if they are sitting alone you always go and sit with them so that they are not alone.
***I remember your uncles and their friends calling me to see if they could take you shopping. I think that they got a lot of attention from the girls when you were with them. I know that this is why you don't like to shop now.
***I remember you being in the room with me when Cole was born. You were so worried about me and you didn't like to see me in pain. But after Cole was born you were so happy.
***I love watching you play sports. You are so good at everything you do. I love hearing other people tell me how good you are. I am always excited to go to your games and cheer you on.
***When you were younger I was at work and Nan called and told me to come home because you had been bit by a dog. I was shocked to see how much blood their was when I saw you. You ended up being fine and you didn't even need stiches. They just glued it together and you were fine. I love the outcome of that dog bite you get so many comments on your double dimples.
***You are such a good big brother. I like to watch you play army men with your sisters and brothers.
***When you were little you would always cry if we went on the freeway. You thought that if we went on the freeway that it meant we would be driving for a long time. Kaidee is now doing the same thing.
***You love your Dad. You can't wait for him to come home and play with you. You and Garrett love playing wiffle ball in the front yard, army men, catch, and basketball.
***I remember your first year playing basketball. You were so small and people enjoyed watching you play. You were able to play without letting your heighth bother you. I loved watching you shoot your three pointers.
***I am so glad to have you as my son. You make me proud in everything you do. I can't wait to see what the next 12 years bring. I love you Chase.

G is for Grayson

Happy Birthday little guy. Grayson is such a sweetheart. He loves to giggle and run away from you. He is definitely a mommy's boy but he loves his daddy too. When you see him you can't help but smile. I am so proud to call him my nephew. HAppy First Birthday I love you.

Why I love my son-in-law, on his birthday. . .

because . . .
he loves my daughter
he loves my grandkids
he loves the gospel
he loves the Lord
he loves to make others happy
he loves sweets (and there's nothing wrong with that)
and because . . .
were getting closer to the same age!?!!

Y mom/nan

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DARIAN!!!!!

Happy Birthday Darian! Among the many reasons why I love you here are 10 of them.

1. You help me keep the house clean

2. You wash my car

3. You put gas in my car when it's close to empty

4. You LOVE hanging out with the kids

5. You are very generous

6. You are always complimenting me

7. You like to cook dinner when I don't (which is all the time)

8. You work hard so that I can stay home with the kids

9. You support me in everything

10. You are not afraid to be alone with the kids even when they were babies.

Happy Birthday Kaidee

Kaidee is 5 today. Can you believe it? I remember moving in to our house the day I went into labor with her it seems like just yesterday.


1. I love that Kaidee is so independant. She is fine just playing by herself or with her brothers or sister.
2. I love that Kaidee is so outgoing. She definitely gets that from her Dad. She is not afraid to go up to a perfect stranger and say "Hello." We have had to talk to her about this too because she will also walk up to any dog she sees and pet it. This could be dangerous. (just ask Chase)
3. Kaidee loves to help her Dad fix things around the house. She knows how to use just about any tool you give her. If you ever need something fixed she would love to come and help.
4. Kaidee has a sweet side too. She is a tenderheart just like her brother Chase. She doesn't like it when someone gets hurt. She was very concerned when Chloe broke her arm she stayed right by her side for the first couple of hours.
5. Kaidee has taught me to be more patient. This little girl has been such a joy to have in our family. She keeps us on our toes but we wouldn't have it any other way. We love Kaidee just the way she is. I love you Kaidee Happy Birthday, Love Mommy