Enjoying The Warm Weather.....

Aaron and I are trying to be good parents and get out and be active with our kids:). We really do enjoy it and so do the kids. Sometimes it just turns into such a big deal. It always ends up being worth it though. This time we decided to go on a path out by Tonaquint. We ended up at Red Hills Parkway. It was great!

This is how we started out. Sadly about 3 minutes into our ride Porter tried to jump a curb and broke his brake and his spirits. We still went on.

Ryan then met this bush!

Just for the record....

He did have a helmet on but took it off before I got the camera out.

My parents joined us on our trek.

It was a feel good moment when I took this picture.

Porter and Aaron pushing Ry and Brayd.

Porter felt better enough to start rollerblading.

Fixing the rollerblades.

Aaron was so cute letting Porter push/drag the stroller.

It's a good thing Aaron has kept those soccer legs.

I love them:)

Ry and Grandma hung out most of the ride.

They encouraged each other.

Well, grandma more so for Ry.

I ended up on a bike too.

Good times, Good times!

Madi's Birthday Party

For Madi's sweet 9th Birthday Party:) I took Madi and some of her closest friends to the hair college to get some pampering. She has some cute friends and they were so well behaved. Not so much like the 10 8 year old boys we took bowling earlier this month!

Each of the girls got their fingernails and toenails painted. Along with a cute little hair-do.

Some getting their hair done.

Others getting their nails done.

Madi got to wear this cute hat for her birthday.

Lining up for the runway.

They were all so nervous.

All ready to strut their stuff!

So Cute.

When they were all done up we had to go somewhere to show it all off so we went to Cold Stone to get some ice cream and open presents.

Lined up with some ice cream and presents to open.

Madi got some cute stuff and quite enjoyed her little party.

It was low-key for me and a good little time.

Happy Birthday Madi!!

My Madi is 9!

My Madi is 9! She is growing like a weed! She has developed a little attitude lately. I'm not so sure I am loving this, but with this little attitude is confidence and I like that part.

Madi wanted McDonald's pancakes for breakfast, so that is what she got.

Along with a grapefruit with a candle in it!

So excited for presents!!

Her presents consisted of...

Peanut Butter filled Oreos.

A big Reese's Bar.

Get off Jo!

A little Craft.

A towel/swimsuit cover.

A swimsuit.

A cute little comforter that was supposed to be a quilt.

I think we will be returning it and get a real quilt.

Some Rollerblades!!

She was very excited for these!

Especially after playing around on Porter's yesterday!

All my babies. Ry was so cute, after this picture was taken he said, "It looks like Porter and I are getting married":) It's true!

When school was over and it was time to have some fun, Madi chose to go on a rollerblade/bike ride to try out her new blades. It was way fun! Madi is just a beginner so she held on to Aaron almost the whole time. She did get some battle wounds. All the while Porter was doing spins and all sorts of jumps on his blades. Wow, that kid is entertaining!

I asked Ry to take a picture of us.....

Here is the battle wound on her knee.

Then I said a little closer....

Wow!

Madi and Brayd doing Madi's fun craft.

I asked Madi at about this point if she was having fun and she said. "Yes, because everyone is doing just what they want to". Cute girl!

Aaron is getting so so fast!

Aaron would come up behind Porter really fast while they were both rollerblading on the track and pick up Porter.

Porter thought it was so fun!

Ry is getting into the whole Rollerblading also.

With Madi's blades.

Aaron had a basketball in the evening that we went to. After that we headed to Madi's choice of dinner which was Samurai 21. We had to wait about 45 minutes to get in.

Aaron was not happy about that. Can you tell?

And Brayd.

At this point Aaron was a little happier.

At least we were seated and coloring.

Brayd and I.

Madi and her birthday dinner!

Madi's cake and ice cream:)

It was too cold to sit outside and eat the ice cream so we took it to the Yukon and ate it there.

It was so yummy!

Madi is such a sweet girl! I really couldn't ask for a better daughter.

I love you Madi!!

More Parties....

As all the excitement and planning of the last week is winding down, it's nice to have a break. Before the Smith Family headed out to their homes we enjoyed a little sun in the backyard. Our little family is really loving to Rollerblade. Currently we have 3 sets of GOOD rollerblades around our home-there are more to come:) Aaron put his on and had a good time with the kids on the track and back porch.

Pushing Tay and Ry around.

Aaron getting ready to do a sling shot with Porter.

Helping Madi keep her balance.

Today was Russ' birthday where tomorrow is Madi's. While we were picking out a cake Madi found one with pretty flowers on it. I said to Madi, "remember it's Russ' birthday also." She replied, "I know, we always have a girl cake!" It's true, Russ is such a good sport about it! One year it was even a princess one! However, she did find one that fit both her and Russ and she was so excited. They both love music so it worked out nicely!

Such a cute cake with notes on it!

All lit and ready to blow!

Blowing out the candles.

Russ was a little faster than Madi.

Madi wanted the purple eighth notes. So, that is just what she got!

No, she didn't eat it all! I should have made it 2 quarter notes and gave her one:)

-Oh, Tuff is beautiful-

It's so fun to be with family.

I'm so glad My Family is Forever!

Porter's Baptism

Porter made the big decision to get baptized on April 9, 2011! We are so proud of him and his compassionate heart. I don't love that my kids are getting big, but I do love that they are making the right decisions along the way.

Porter chose to have Aaron baptize and confirm him.

This is the room where he received The Gift Of The Holy Ghost.

Our Family Picture.

By the palm tree of course!

Always where Aaron want the pictures taken.

Just my babies.

After the baptism we came back to our house to have pizza, breadsticks, salad and ice cream sundaes.

People that attended Porters baptism were.....

Great Grandpa and Grandma Payne, Grandpa and Grandma Smith, Adam, Kara, Alex, Parker and Avery Lattin, Chase Smith and Brianne Cameron, Tim and Brianne Eyre, Taylor Smith and Ashley Smith, Grandpa and Grandma Key, Paul, Heather, Alan, Connor, Lexi, Cam, Makayla and Carter McInnes-I'm sure Cora was there in spirit. Russ and Nicole Key, Timmy and Trini Key, Jason, Joanna, Hailee Mae and Bentley Boy Williams, Moss and Christie Lillywhite, Brent, Heather, Carter, Parker and Claire West. Brother Hughes-Porter's primary teacher. Brother Wright-2nd Counselor in the Bishopric. Then of course Porter's little family-Dad, Mom, Madi, Ryan and Brayden.

It was a very special day.

We love you Porter and you are loved by so many others!

Just a note......

While Aaron and Porter were changing their clothes, just at the EXACT wrong moment, the fire alarm was pulled. It was a funny little experience.

When Porter sat in the chair to be confirmed little Hailee Mae jumped right on Porter's lap. She loves her cousin Porter:)

Fun In The Pool

We had lots of fun with family in town for Porter's baptism. The best way to tire the kids out and have some fun is to take them swimming! So that is just what we did. While Madi and Porter were at school we took the little ones up to Grandma and Grandpa Paynes to have some fun with cousins.

Brayd swimmin' like a fish.

Ry just a floatin' around.

Parker and his big smile.

Just wanna kiss those big cheeks of Alex's.

Adam hangin' with his sleepy Avery.

Kara and Ashley playing some "hit the beach ball";)

With Grandpa too!

When we were all pooped from swimming and had an appetite we headed to Pizza Factory. First though, we had to change into dry clothes.

But, not without a towel being held up.....

Ry didn't want anyone to see his nakedness.

Of course Brayd had to follow suit.

We always have so much fun when family comes to town.

It should happen more often!!