Merry Christmas!

waiting at the top of the stairs until given the go-ahead to go down to open presents

patiently posing for a pic before opening Santa's bounty



they wanted to put on their new pj's from G-ma and G-pa Fortney (I should mention that Garren was less than thrilled with the orange Santa put in his stocking. I think his exact words were, "What the heck did he put this in here for?!")

We had a wonderful Christmas at my parents' house with Kelley and her family and Craig and his family! Chris outdid himself with thoughtful presents, Garren finally got his Wii, and Calvin played with his safety scissors first (go figure).

Sour Candy

I couldn't resist capturing Calvin eating his first warhead candy. (his attitude shines through as well)

Pics by Daddy

I should've taken advice from Chris a long time ago on how to make the boys smile for pics. He captured these amazing smiles with a little potty humor.

Church Pictures

I needed to take some pictures of the kids at church (for the stake) and I thought their expressions matched their personalities perfectly--Garren with his energy and enthusiasm and Calvin with his ornery grin.

Cuddle Bug

C-Boy manipulating Daddy so he can stay up just a little longer

Happy Birthday, C-Boy!

I had so much fun planning Calvin's Halloween Birthday Party! I can't believe that he is three!

Back row: Don, Chris, Me, Amanda, Brenda, Kayla, Josh

Front row: Calvin, Garren, Colby, Hayden

This was how Josh and Kayla announced to everyone that they are expecting.


I'm no "Cindy," but I really enjoyed making this ghost cake.



Almond bark covered raisins

mini-cheese balls (by Amanda)

pizza pockets (by Brenda)

Moving?

We've found the house we want! 3+ acres, 3400 sq ft, close to town. Sure, some updating and cosmetic work needs done but it has good bones. It's everything we've ever wanted (minus an attic, plus an attached 2-car garage). Now we are working on getting our house sold. Wish us luck!

Pre-School

Garren was so excited to start pre-school! The first day was hard for me but Garren

wasn't the least bit nervous (especially since Hayden is in the same class). Those are his teachers Mrs. Renee and Mrs. Chrissy.

Chef Garren

Here is another one of Garren's "great" food ideas--macaroni and cheese with hot dogs and raisins (Dad, I know you must be beaming right now).

Calvin's more conservative meal.

C-Boy's "Babies"

Calvin has to have all 14 of his "babies" with him when he goes to sleep (and yes, he does know if one is missing).