Scout-O-Rama

Cooper's first pack meeting.  He received his Bobcat.

Nate has been working hard an received several awards going toward his Webelos rank.

We Remember...

 I'm proud to be an American!!

Memorial Day has been a special morning for us each year as a family.  We enjoyed another year going to the special ceremony at the Tacoma Cemetery.

It's fun to see how the kids have grown each year.

Daddy and his Posse

Alex

Tyler

Chloe

Alysee

A Quick Getaway

Birch and I were lucky to get-a-way for a quick weekend trip to Portland, Oregon.

Our first stop was to see Mark Cox's headstone in Dallas, Oregon.

It was nice for Birch and I to reflect on our dear friend's life.

Next stop was the Portland Temple. 

The next morning Birch went to go visit a ward member that is currently living out-of-state.  I got to spend the morning shopping with my mom and dad.  We all met up at the Portland Temple to participate in an endowment session. 

Birch and I were married here so it has extra significance!

Love my mom and dad!  What wonderful examples they have been my whole life of service.

Although it was a quick weekend away if filled me up and reminded me how much I love My Man.

Alysee/Mom Seattle Science Center

Alysee and I had the opportunity to go on a field trip together with her Honors Science class to the Seattle Pacific Science Center.  The last field trip that I accompanied Alysee was a few years ago and I was a total embarrassment.  I had a really bad cold and took some medicine to curb the cold symptoms.  I ended up being a drooling mess on the bus and couldn't keep my eyes open for the life of me.  This time I was determined to not be the photo opportunity for all of Alysee's friends (on the previous field trip kids were taking pictures of me with the drool and all).

The highlight of the trip was certainly Alysee's best buddy, Micah Ricks.  Micah was just getting ready to move away so it made the trip extra special.

3D I-Max Show

Butterfly Garden

Mirror of Craziness

Love this Girl!!!  And I'm proud to say that I didn't drool or fall asleep the entire trip!

Alex...tennis awesomeness

Tennis wrapped up nicely for Alex.  He played in districts and made it to the second round, losing to the eventual winner of the tournament.

Pretty excited that Alex ended up lettering in Varsity Tennis on his first year playing.

Alex was given some nice compliments by his coach, Nannette McGrath.  Tennis sure ended up being a rewarding experience for Alex.  He is looking forward to next season! 

Mother, I Love You

Happy Mother's Day!

Love MY Man

A tribute goes out to my momma!  I think it is natural as you become a parent to have a greater appreciation to your own parents.  I have always loved my mom but certainly after I have become a mother myself I have truly gain a new appreciation for the dedication and love she has showed each one of my siblings.  Being a mom is tough stuff!

My one and only bikini!

Ladies in Waiting

Never too old to dream...

Ladies in Waiting...Alysee and Chloe