Happy Birthday Amie

Happy Birthday Amie. On May 12th she turned 1. She is getting so big, and such a little princess. We love you Amie

Elder Elliott James Dennis

On Tuesday May 20, 2008 my brother left on his mission. We know that he will be a good missionary and will miss him.

Elliott with the Stake President after he was set apart


Part of the family as we head off the the airport


Elder Elliott James Dennis

Baseball

A little while ago Garrett started playing baseball. He loves it and can hardly wait to go each week. Saturday he played in his first game and loved it, however didn't quite get the big picture. He kept forgetting to step on the base after he caught the ball. But, he had fun and had a few good hits also. Here are a few of the highlights.


Here Garrett has the ball, however caught it looked at the runner go by and then threw the ball home.

Carlsbad, California

We just spent a week in California at my parents house hanging out. While I was there my dad showed me an article that named Carlsbad, Ca. #32 on CNN.money in the 100 Best places to live and launch (http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2008/fsb/0803/gallery.best_places_to_launch.fsb/32.html)

While I was there I realized how amazing Carlsbad really is. They have trees, the beach, amazing parks with lots of climbing trees and forestry the kids can play in, beautiful sunsets, and unbelievable Urgent care offices. As a side note the urgent care offices in Ca are amazing. We were in and out in about 50 minutes. (No hours of waiting like in Las Vegas) Here are a few pictures from our fun in the sun.

Tagged

OK thanks Em for tagging me. I do love reading others tag a lot, however I am not one much for fulfilling my end of the tagging. However, for you Emily... anything.

A- Attached or single: attached
B- Best Friend: My husband
C- Cake or Pie: Both; apple pie and cheesecake
D- Day of Choice: Saturday
E- Essential Item: patience
F- Favorite Color: I really don't have one, it depends what the color is for (sorry em, ditto)
G- Gummi Bears or Worms: Gummie bears, my favorite are the Harboro mini ones sold only in Germany
H- Hometown: Carlsbad, CA (where I grew up) but now we live in Las Vegas, NV
I -Indulgence(s): Really good chocolate, long hot showers (my most favorite thing), shopping, watching the boob tube as Brett calls it, sleeping in which never happens, going out to dinner
J- January or July: January because I like the Vegas winters over the Vegas summers
K-Kids: 3 (2 boys 1 girl)
L-Life is incomplete without: Families, the gospel, and few indulgences
M- Marriage Date: May 4, 2000
N- Number of Siblings: 5 (2 sisters, 3 brothers)
O- Oranges or Apples: Oranges unless you are dipping the apples in peanut butter or Carmel
P- Phobias or Fears: Anything that is thrill seeking (roller coasters, skydiving, etc.) rodents, my kids or husband severely hurting themselves on there boy thrill seeking adventures
Q- Quote(s):
R- Reason To Smile: Kids, when my husband cracks jokes and is sarcastic, girls outings, going out to dinner
S- Season: Fall or Spring
T- Tag Five: Erin D., Cassey, Natalie S., and whoever else wants to fill it out
U- Unknown Fact About Me: I would love to travel the world with Brett
V- Vegetarian or Oppressor of Animal: I love a good steak
W- Worst Habit: Taking long hot showers (it must be a family thing)
X- X-Rays or Ultrasounds: Neither hopefully
Y- Your Favorite Food: Pasta, a good steak, diet Dr. Pepper or Pepsi, good mexican food
Z-Zodiac: Capricorn

Easter Sunday

We had a great Easter Sunday. The boys woke up excited to see what the Easter bunny left them, then we went to church and came home and had a great family dinner with the works. I think the boys had a great day and it was fun to hang out with the family.

Glow in the dark egg hunt

So to end our fabulous family party we had a glow in the dark egg hunt. The kids ran around the back yard with flashlights looking for glow in the dark eggs. The boys had so much fun running around in the dark. Definitely a keeper for next year!!

Family Easter Party

This afternoon we had a family Easter party. We dyed Easter eggs and decorated cookies. Amie contributed by eating once again! (I really believe that this is her favorite past time)

Feeding The Birds

Today we went to Sunset park to feed to the birds. The kids had a blast, and Amie well just ate as always.




This is the bird island that Garrett wanted to swim to so he could feed more birds.

The Worst Zoo in America

It is the start of Spring break and I decided to take my kids to the zoo today. I figured how bad can it be. We went to the zoo in Tuscon and it is known as a small zoo, so this can't be much worse. I knew it wasn't the San Diego Zoo, however this was pathetic. First off it is was on Rancho and Bonanza, and the entrance is a sight to see. Anyhow, the kids had fun chasing the birds and feeding them, the highlight. Matthew kept saying I want to see the animals, where are the kola bears, where are the elephants. I kept trying to tell him they don't have them at this zoo. I don't think he got it. Here are a few pictures of our pathetic experience.


The entrance to the zoo, notice the graffiti.


Amie in the center of the Zoo, notice all the chain linked fence!



The highlight of the experience, feeding the birds.

Saturday Adventures

Here is a little of our adventures for the day. I discovered through a friend that I can pull a small portion of Amie's hair up and put a bow in it. It is so cute. Here is a picture of here cute little hair. Garrett also had his first day of baseball practice today, and loved it (of course mom forgot the camera so no pictures yet). However when we got home Matthew was mouthing off a bit and had to sit in time out. When I went down to get him this is what I found. Yes he was sound asleep. Who knew you could fall asleep against the wall. Poor guy he must have been so tired.

I Hope They Call Me on a Mission

One of my little brothers Elliott just received his mission call to Brazil. He leaves in May and will head the the Brazil MTC. This past weekend Brett and I had the opportunity to go through the Temple with Elliott. It was such a special experience. We are all so excited for him, and know he will be an amazing missionary.

Washington Trip Random Moments

Here are a few random moments from Washington. The weather turned out to be wonderful and sunny. Unusual for Washington.


This seat is carved out of a big tree. It is really neat.

Trip up to Washington

This past week we took a trip up to Washington and enjoyed a visit with Brett's family. We were able to visit with everyone in the family and enjoy great weather and a fun time. Here are a few snapshots of our visit. Thanks all for everything.


Bowling with Brett's sister, step-mom, and step-sisters.

Hanging out at the park with Brett's mom.

The Burbidge Family!

Brett's Dad, Step-mom, sister and nephew.

Glenn Beck's Tribute to Pres. Gordon B. Hinckley

New Years Eve

For New Years Eve this year we found a babysitter, and went to a great Chinese restaurant with some of the Dennis family. It was the highlight of the evening, sadley! Later that night we went home and beat the boys in Battle of the Sexes, which by the way is a hilarious game to play with couples.