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2009-06-01T11:42:00.000-07:00

So I put my memory stick in the computer thinking there were more pictures that I could blog about but apparently I was wrong. So no pictures this time. Nolan graduated from pre-school and they had a huge graduation at the Quakes Stadium but Nolan didn't want to go. We went to his baseball game instead. Good for us I guess, I was told it was pretty long. There were over 300 kids that will be entering Kindergarten next year. Now with no school Nolan will be needing some activities. So I am working on having play dates scheduled at least a couple times a week. That kid has so much energy! Juliana is doing well in school. She reached MVP status on her AR tests or whatever the last level is. She is reading so well, we are so proud of her. This week Juliana has lots of fun activities scheduled at school like a buddy picnic, a luau, and a play day. She will also be performing in a dance recital. Dean is completely potty trained! What a big boy. He is such a good natured little boy full of life and smiles. We are so blessed with our three beautiful children! Should we have another???

Bug's Land

2009-04-22T16:47:00.002-07:00

We went to see the 3D Bug's Land movie. We thought we looked pretty silly with our 3D glasses on. Juliana got scared when the bugs were trying to exterminate the audience. Nolan thought it was funny.

2009-04-22T16:47:00.001-07:00

Having fun on the rides at CA Adventure!

Hot day!

2009-04-22T16:44:00.000-07:00

It was about 100 degrees and Heidi and I decided to take the kids to California Adventure to play in the water area of Bug's land. The kids had so much fun. After they got all wet we got to go on a lot of rides. We even went on Tower of Terror. I was terrified!! I thought the kids were going to start crying but instead at the end of the ride Nolan yells "that was awesome"! He is such a funny kid. We had a great time.

Nolan's birthday party

2009-04-22T16:39:00.000-07:00

Can you say "we like to party"? Well we partied all month long. Nolan had a few friends over for a spider-man baseball themed party. They had fun playing musical chairs, pin the baseball cap on Nolan, and finding baseballs. Nolan is thankful to have such good friends. He was sad that his best bud and cousin couldn't make it but happy for those who came. Again I couldn't have done it without the help of my mom and dad. They are the best!

Easter Day

2009-04-22T16:37:00.000-07:00

On Easter we went to Steve's parents house. His mom always makes a really delicious Easter dinner.

All of his brothers and sisters were there. Lily was the star of the night. She is so cute. The kids love their newest little cousin.

Easter Egg Hunt

2009-04-22T16:24:00.000-07:00

The day before Easter Grammy and Papi came over with Abuelos and we had an Easter Egg hunt. The kids thought it really fun to find candy filled eggs! Dean loves Abuelo and had fun showing him each egg he found.

Easter Party

2009-04-22T16:22:00.000-07:00

A friend from church invited the kids over to decorate eggs and baskets.

They had fun dying the eggs and playing with friends.

Aunt Carie

2009-04-22T16:20:00.000-07:00

It was fun seeing aunt Carie again. She came from Indiana and was so excited to play with the kids. They had a lot of fun with her.

Dr. Steve

2009-04-22T16:16:00.000-07:00

P.A. Steve at work. He had a big exam coming up and so he used his family to help him study. They were so great to let him practice on them. He was ready for his exam on Monday and he left about an hour before his exam time but there was an overturned semi on the freeway and was 20 minutes late to school. He called while on the freeway and they said that if there was anyone still there and they felt like being nice they would let him take the exam. At first he couldn't find anyone but then he finally found someone and the professor allowed him to take the test. That was a close one!

Kids birthday party

2009-04-22T16:10:00.000-07:00

On Dean's 2nd birthday we had a family party for all three kids. We had hamburgers/hot dogs and some really yummy cake that my mom made. The kids were excited to have their family here they are so greatful to live close to family again. The kids found a bunch of rollie pollies and put them in plastic cups and played with them. They played hide and seek. Best of all they got a Wii from all their aunts and uncles and they were so excited!! One of their uncles set it up and started playing with it right away.

Juliana's birthday party

2009-04-22T16:04:00.000-07:00

So Disneyland wasn't enough apparently. Juliana wanted to invite friends over for some makeovers. We had Sydney's mom do up-do's with some fake curly hair, we had nail painting by me and Aunt Nichole, and face painting by Grammy. The girls had such a fun time. The Roxy cake was made with love by her Auntie Nichole. Everything was so great thanks to all my friends/family who helped make it great!

Wow!

2009-04-22T16:03:00.000-07:00

We can't believe that we ran into our neighbors and the kids best friends from Utah while at Disneyland. Nolan and Miles and Izzy and Juliana. What a small world!!

Disneyland with friends

2009-04-22T15:59:00.000-07:00

So around 4pm Nichole and the kids left and my friends came. The kids were so excited to have their friends there for them. We went on Big Thunder and Matterhorn with them. The snowman monster was scary but overall they loved it. We were so exhausted by the end of the day but it was well worth it!

Disneyland

2009-04-22T15:55:00.000-07:00

For Juliana's birthday we went to Disneyland. This is their first time there that they can remember. Everything was so big and exciting for them. Our first ride was the Pirate ride. The kids thought that was a little scary. Then we went on all the roller coaster's and they loved it! Their cousins came with us and they had a blast together.

Family beach day

2009-04-22T15:53:00.000-07:00

Me and the kids enjoying the beach. Steve sat under an umbrella and studied.

Sprin Break

2009-04-22T15:47:00.000-07:00

Spring Break was super early this year but we made the most of it. The weather was perfect. So we decided to take a trip to the beach. We went with Heidi, her kids, my sister-

in-law Nichole and her kids. The kids got along so well. They sat by the water for hours making things and having fun. It was hot and so much fun. For days after Dean said "beach" everytime we got in the car. So on the last day of Spring Break Steve and I took the kids to the beach again. And again it was a perfect beach day, that hardly ever happens.

2009-02-27T16:02:00.000-08:00

Juliana and Dean with their new cousin Lilly Rae.

2009-02-27T16:01:00.000-08:00

My cute boys.

Happy Birthday Tawnia!

2009-02-27T15:57:00.000-08:00

Tawni's 30th birthday party. We had a great time at BJ's and then had some yummy cake at my house.

2009-02-27T15:55:00.000-08:00

Freezing our tails off at the beach.

2009-02-27T15:52:00.000-08:00

Having fun at Aunt Loree's and Uncle Danny's. Riding on the little car and watching the Christmas tree burn.

2009-02-27T15:49:00.000-08:00

Juliana's fashion outfit. So cute! Nolan making silly faces at the camera.

2009-02-27T15:47:00.000-08:00

My little bakers. They love their new aprons.

2009-02-27T15:45:00.000-08:00

The kids love Uncle Adrian and his cool hat.

2009-02-27T15:42:00.000-08:00

Grammy and Juliana with matching PJ's. How cute!

Christmas Eve

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My brother Adrian, my sister-in-law Diane and my cute nephews Matthew and Jonathan.

2009-02-27T15:36:00.000-08:00

Christmas Eve at grammy and papi's house.

2009-02-27T15:35:00.000-08:00

Juliana and her school friends at a Christmas pj tea party.

2009-02-27T15:32:00.000-08:00

My beautiful kids enjoying the Christmas lights. The day we picked to go see the lights on Sapphire it was RAINING! Actually it started raining when we were a couple of blocks away from our car so we had to run back to the car.

Preschool Christmas Party

2009-02-27T15:26:00.000-08:00

Nolan had fun at his preschool party with his friend Diego.

Ward Christmas Party

2008-12-13T16:54:00.000-08:00

I went with the two boys to the Christmas party because Steve had to study (what's new?) and poor Juliana was sick. Nolan ran around playing with his friends and they appeared to be having a good time. Then the kids got on the stage where they found a working microphone. At first all the kids were just making noises into the microphone and then Nolan says "hi poops". Then the other kids thought that was funny and followed suit. Nolan never ceases to amaze us. Some people laughed and some mothers ran to the stage to keep them from saying it again. Nolan is so full of life, he loves to laugh, crack jokes, and find mischief wherever he goes.

He couldn't wait to tell Santa what he wanted for Christmas. And as for Dean well I couldn't get within a 10 foot radius of Santa before he would shake his head no and point in the opposite direction. If you ask Dean what Santa says he says "hohoho". He is too cute. Juliana likes to call him "fatty christmas" because he has a round belly just like Santa.

Go Julie Go! 2-4-6-8

2008-12-13T16:49:00.000-08:00

We have a little cheerleader on our hands. Juliana finished her cheerleading class. She went with her friend Kaitlyn. They performed in two parades but Juliana was too sick to attend the Christmas one. We are so proud of our cheerleader she did such a great job!!

Snow in Rancho Cucamonga

2008-12-13T16:41:00.000-08:00

We took the kids to see the "snow" at Victoria Gardens. Juliana wanted to get a picture with Santa but this is as close as she could get. Dean thought the tree was great. Nolan loved chasing the snowflakes and trying to catch them. Mom loved this snow because it wasn't cold!

Bowling

2008-12-13T15:50:00.000-08:00

The kids had fun bowling at Joel's party. Juliana sported her new hat and picked out her "rock star" outfit for the occasion. Dean loved bowling and took it upon himself to pick up those huge balls. He is one strong kid. Nolan enjoyed every minute spent with his cousin Joel. He asks about him almost everyday. They love being closer to their family.

2008-11-04T17:28:00.000-08:00

Halloween Party

2008-11-04T17:13:00.000-08:00

We had a blast at our Halloween Party!! The kids enjoyed eating mummy dogs, apples and caramel, fruit, muddy buddies, and cupcakes. They loved the mad scientist (Suzanne) who demonstrated some cool scienced experiments. They played water balloon toss and mummy bowling. They also decorated their own cupcakes. It was great to hang out with the old gang again. Thanks to all who came and made it such a fun time.

Trunk or Treat

2008-11-04T17:05:00.000-08:00

The Saturday before Halloween we went to Trunk or Treat at Church. Nolan and Juliana's cousins came with us. The kids were so excited to spend time with Joel and Heidi. They had a great time running around, dancing, and collecting candy.

Pumpkin Patch

2008-11-04T17:00:00.000-08:00

My kids had a blast with their friends at the pumpkin patch. They earn quarters for staying in their own beds at night and this is how they chose to spend their $3.25.

Rancho Cucamonga Fire Dept Open House

2008-10-24T14:19:00.000-07:00

So a couple of weeks ago we went to the fire dept. open house. They had a horse, some dogs, a real fire demonstration, and lots of fire trucks. One of their favorite things was going on the helicopter rescue contraption (don't know what that is called). The guy swung them around as if they were really being hoisted up by a helicopter and then lowered them real fast to the ground. The kids had a blast and were happy to have seen their good friends Kaitlyn and Matthew there.

Student of the Month

2008-10-24T14:16:00.000-07:00

Juliana was student of the month for September. We were so proud of her. She has been doing such a great job at school. As some of you know she hasn't been the easiest child but it's nice to see that at least she is good in school. Just kidding she actually has grown up a lot and has mellowed out some. She is a really big helper and such a great reader.

Life Changing Book

2008-10-05T17:16:00.000-07:00

I just finished reading this book for our Book Club. It was one of the saddest books I have ever read and even considered not finishing it because my heart just could not take it. I ended up finishing the book anyway and I am so glad that I did. I am so grateful for all that I have been blessed with. I am grateful for a loving husband and three beautiful healthy children. I am also grateful to live in a country where I enjoy such simple liberties such as the ability to go outside, buying food for my family, and for being considered an equal with men. This book was life changing and a huge eye opener.

Circus Time

2008-09-30T16:16:00.000-07:00

Juliana and Nolan got to go to the Circus for the very first time. They had so much fun. Nolan had fun laughing at the funny clowns and being with his friends Brando and Aaron. They didn't get to ride the elephants but they got a picture with them. Not quite the same but oh well!

Our New House

2008-09-30T16:09:00.000-07:00

Here is a picture of our new house. We love it! Without much help from Steve (who is busy studying) it has taken a long time to get things settled. I have been busy installing our new faux wood floors with the help of my Dad. It wasn't too hard to install but the measuring and cutting were kind of tricky, for someone like me without any experience. I am so happy with the way it turned out. I am trying to get organized so keep checking back for new pictures of our new home (to be posted soon).

Steve's white coat ceremony

2008-09-27T10:55:00.000-07:00

Steve started goint to P.A. School on August 9. He was robed with his first white coat at a special ceremony. We are so proud of him. His school is really challenging and he spends most of his days studying. We are getting use to not having him around as much. Our house still has several things that need to get done. Slowly but surely we are getting it done (me and my parents). We are so proud of him and know that he will do great!!

Kids Gone Wild!

2008-09-27T10:46:00.000-07:00

I was busy getting everything ready to move when the kids found the paints (lucky for us they were washable). They were having so much fun painting the garage floor and themselves. Suzanne once told the story about her kids spilling something all over the floor and instead of getting mad she laughed and got out her camera. So that is what I did. Was I upset that I had to clean up this mess, you bet! But it was my fault for leaving them usupervised, right? But Suzanne taught me a really good life lesson, thanks Suzanne!!

In transit

2008-08-22T18:45:00.000-07:00

So here we are, finally back in California. I am so happy to have so many great friends who like to get together and do fun things. The loan for our new house is taking much longer than needed so we are living with family. I am grateful for family who are allowing to stay in their house and put up with 5 extra people. I am sure it probably isn't easy to put up with all the extra bodies, noise, and messes. I am doing the best I can to keep the messes to a minimum and of course cleaning up after ourselves but I still feel that everyone has had enough. Lucky for everyone we got notice that the loan was approved and so now it shouldn't be long before we close. Yeah!!

Juliana's Recital

2008-06-30T13:38:00.000-07:00

Juliana did such an awesome job on her recital. She performed a tap number to "Banana Split for my Baby". She had a huge smile on her face and did a great job. The boys enjoyed watching all the dancing as well.

2008-06-30T13:27:00.000-07:00

A couple of Saturdays ago we were having several people come look at our house as well as having an open house so we decided to make a day of fun with the kids. We started out by taking the new FrontRunner train from our house to Salt Lake City. When we got to Salt Lake we saw that the Gateway Mall was having some sort of fair. So we went there and the kids got their faces painted. That was a lot of fun but it was really hot. Then it was time to get on the train again and take it to the Bee's game. The Bee's are a AAA baseball team in Salt Lake. The kids didn't think watching the game was very fun so there was a lot of fighting, arguing, some hitting, and some crying. We were very happy when it was over. We boarded the trax (different train that takes you to the FrontRunner) and made it to the FrontRunner station only to find that the FrontRunner wouldn't get there for another 45 minutes. We were all so exhausted by then. We didn't get home until 10:00pm. Everyone was very cranky!!

Family Fun Day

2008-06-30T12:58:00.000-07:00

2007-08-29T16:46:00.000-07:00

Juliana loves getting her hair curled. Since her hair is much shorter the curls were a lot tighter and she didn't like the poofiness of it.
Juliana's first day of school.
Juliana running away from the camera when mom tried to take a picture in front of the school.

Our big boys

2007-08-29T16:35:00.000-07:00

Dean is already scooting. He originally started on his play mat and made his way onto the hardwood floor.

Nolan is such a big helper. He loves to mow the lawn with his daddy.