10.30.2011

Trey's Birthday

Trey had a Curious George party in September for his 5th Birthday. It was a lot of fun. He invited every friend he had, but since I had a 2 1/2 week old baby, I told him he could invite 5 friends. He decided he wanted to have all boys!

Trey LOVES Curious George!
He also learned how to ride his bike without training wheels, and is a little Speedster!




the decorations around the Playroom were super cute, but I forgot to take a pictures of them. I just printed out tons of little Curious George pictures, and put them up all over the room.
I also made a little banner, and hung balloons from the ceiling.

We had Banana Splits ( no one ate the bananas... go figure)

We opened gifts!


I love his expression here!



This is his best friend Nathan Cater.( He is such a cute little boy! I love him! He was in my Preschool for 3 years, and his older brother was as well!)


(These pictures are out of order) Trey really wanted to pop balloons filled with candy in them for his birthday. He had been talking about it all year! So, the night before his party, Seth and I stayed up late filling each balloon with his favorite candy (Bubble gum, starbursts, and skittles) Talk about a task. It was so worth the few minutes of fun though! He had a blast! He loved it! The kids seemed to enjoy it as well!






We also played pop the banana with darts! the kids were fun to watch, and some of them were actually really good!

Seth showing them how to play darts!



We had a pretty fun party!

Now I get a year off. (We do parties every other year with each kid, and then the year that we don't throw a party, they get to take a friend and do something fun with them. It is the best way to do it I tell ya! )

Traditions

I am a lover of traditions! The last 3 years on the 1st day of school, we always do something fun as soon as school is out.

This year, we decided to get ice cream cones and go play at the park. It was a lot of fun. I love hearing about Mykelle's days of School. She tells me everything...Something I hope lasts through her teenage years. I picture us being super close, but then again, she could totally hate me.




10.23.2011

Daddy's Cell Phone

I was looking at Seth's pictures on his phone on Saturday, and realized he had so many cute pictures of the kids on his phone. I didn't edit them at all, so some have red eye, but they are so cute!

Jossy Girl. She Loves sticking her tongue out. Swayzee and her big girl boots!

Saturday mornings at Home Depot. So fun!


Swayzee jumping into the bath tub with all her clothes on! AGAIN!

Sleeping Joss.
Trey, Daddy, and Mykelle out shooting his new rocket! (That they lost on the first launch because it flew so far!)


Sleepy, Swayzee Brynn with her favorite blanket!

Brand new Joslynn at the hospital!


Swayzee at probably 13 months. Climbing in her toy box!

Naked, shaving Trey!
Swayzee @ probably 11 months

Swayzee @ the Bounce House. I think she was about 10 months here!

Gymnast Mykelle!


Personalty Test

I borrowed this from my friends's Julie's blog, and for some reason the black background will not go away.

Julie is going to school to be a Psychologist, and this is a recent test that she did in her class. I find these fun whether they are truthful or not.

I was a # 6, and Seth was a #8. What are you?? Leave a comment and tell me your number!

Our birth date describes who we are, what we are good at and what our inborn abilities are. It also points to what we have to learn and the challenges we are facing. To figure out your Birth Number, add all the numbers in the birth date together, like in the example, until there is only one digit. A Birth Number does not prevent you from being anything you want to be: it will just color your choice differently and give you a little insight.

Example March 20, 1950
3 + 20 + 1950 = 1973
1 + 9 + 7 + 3 = 20
2 + 0 = 2

Keep going until you end up with a single digit number. 2 is the Birth Number to read for the birth date in the example.

#1 THE ORIGINATOR
#2 THE PEACEMAKER
#3 THE LIFE OF THE PARTY
#4 THE CONSERVATIVE
#5 THE NONCONFORMIST
#6 THE ROMANTIC
#7 THE INTELLECTUAL
#8 THE BIG SHOT
#9 THE PERFORMER

# 1 - THE ORIGINATOR

1's are originals. Coming up with new ideas and executing them is natural. Having things their own way is another trait that gets them as being stubborn and arrogant. 1's are extremely honest and do well to learn some diplomacy skills. They like to take the initiative and are often leaders or bosses, as they like to be the best. Being self-employed is definitely helpful for them. Lesson: to learn Others' ideas might be just as good or better and to stay open minded.

Famous 1's: Tom Hanks, Robert Redford, Hulk Hogan, Carol Burnett, Wynona Judd, Nancy Reagan, Raquel Welch.

#2 - THE PEACEMAKER

2's are the born diplomats. They are aware of others' needs and moods and often think of others before themselves. Naturally analytical and very intuitive they don't like to be alone. Friendship and companionship is very important and can lead them to be successful in life, but on the other hand they'd rather be alone than in an uncomfortable relationship. Being naturally shy they should learn to boost their self-esteem and express themselves freely and seize the moment and not put things off.

Famous 2's: President Bill Clinton, Madonna, Whoopee Goldberg, Thomas Edison, Wolfgang Amadeus, Mozart.

# 3 - THE LIFE OF THE PARTY

3's are idealists. They are very creative, social, charming, romantic, and easygoing. They start many things, but don't always see them through. They like others to be happy and go to great lengths to achieve it. They are very popular and idealistic. They should learn to see the world from a more realistic point of view.

Famous 3's Alan Alder, Ann Landers, Bill Cosby, Melanie Griffith, Salvador Dali, Jodi Foster

# 4 - THE CONSERVATIVE

4's are sensible and traditional. They like order and routine. They only act when they fully understand what! t they are expected to do. They like getting their hands dirty and working hard. They are attracted to the outdoors and feel an affinity with nature. They are prepared to wait and can be stubborn and persistent. They should learn to
be more flexible and to be nice to themselves.

Famous 4's: Neil Diamond, Margaret Thatcher, Arnold Schwarzenegger,Tina Turner, Paul Hogan, Oprah Winfrey

# 5 - THE NONCONFORMIST

5's are the explorers. Their natural curiosity, risk taking, and enthusiasm often land them in hot water. They need diversity, and don't like to be stuck in a rut. The whole world is their school and they see a learning possibility in every situation. The questions never stop. They are well advised to look before they take action and make sure they have all the facts before jumping to conclusions.

Famous 5's: Abraham Lincoln, Charlotte Bronte, Jessica Walter,Vincent Van Gogh, Bette Midler, Helen Keller and Mark Hail.

# 6 - THE ROMANTIC

6's are idealistic and need to feel useful to be happy. A strong family connection is important to them. Their actions influence their decisions. They have a strong urge to take care of others and to help. They are very loyal and make great teachers. They like art or music. They make loyal friends who take the friendship seriously. 6's should learn to differentiate between what they can change and what they cannot.

Famous 6's: Albert Einstein, Jane Seymour, John Denver, Meryl Steep,Christopher Columbus, Goldie Hawn

#7 - THE INTELLECTUAL

7's are the searchers. Always probing for hidden information, they find it difficult to accept things at face value. Emotions don't sway their decisions. Questioning everything in life, they don't like to be questioned themselves. They're never off to a fast start, and their motto is slow and steady wins the race. They come across as philosophers and being very knowledgeable, and sometimes as loners. They are technically inclined and make great researchers uncovering information. They like secrets. They live in their own world and should learn what is acceptable and what not in the world at large.

Famous 7's William Shakespeare, Lucille Ball, Michael Jackson , Joan Baez, Princess Diana

# 8 - THE BIG SHOT

8's are the problem solvers. They are professional, blunt and to the point, have good judgment and are decisive. They have grand plans and like to live the good life. They take charge of people. They view people objectively. They let you know in no uncertain terms that they are the boss. They should learn to exude their decisions on their own needs rather than on what others want.

Famous 8's Edgar Cayce, Barbra Streisand, George Harrison, Jane Fonda, Pablo Picasso, Aretha Franklin, Nostrodamus, and Ron Connolly

#9 - THE PERFORMER

9's are natural entertainers. They are very caring and generous, giving away their last dollar to help. With their charm, they have no problem making friends and nobody is a stranger to them. They have so many different personalities that people around them have a hard time understanding them. They are like chameleons, ever changing and blending in. They have tremendous luck, but also can suffer from extremes in fortune and mood. To be successful, they need to build a loving foundation.

Famous 9's Albert Schweitzer, Shirley MacLaine, Harrison Ford, Jimmy Carter, Elvis Presley

10.20.2011

Apologies

I've had several people worry that they were disappointing me after my blog post below. I'm sorry if you were one of those people that was concerned that it was you. It was no big deal, just me writing out loud again. I shouldn't have said that. Loves to all.

I'll leave you with these old pictures.

Keep checking back for several more posts!

This was Fall-2007

This was Winter-2006

Trey and Kel were so little. Precious.

10.19.2011

Growing up


Fall-2011
The kids are growing like weeds.

I made Mykelle cut her hair. She was devastated @ first. It really needed it though. It was so unhealthy on the bottom. She only kind of likes it now, but man, it is so much easier to do. I like it short, but secretly, I miss her long hair.

Trey had a birthday in September and turned the BIG 5. He is such a sweet heart. He is my favorite little boy. I couldn't ask for a better son.

Just today, he opened the door for me and said" Ladies, first!"


Swayzee is now 18 months old, and this little busy bee couldn't be any cuter!


Joss is now 2 months old, and is the most smiley baby! She even giggled yesterday! She still has the best hair, and hasn't lost any yet. She is such a dolly. We all love her.... of course!

She is 1 month in this picture, but I have more recent pictures coming soon.