The Munkeys

The Uintah's 2011

2011-11-13T09:12:00.000-08:00

We went to the Uintah's with our friends this summer as a last hoorrraaaahhhh to a great summer. We set up camp and then rested until the rest of the gang got there.

The gang: Christian, Hayden, Hunter, Harley, & Aspen

BFF's

After sitting around for a while we decided to check out the area. We found a stream, well a river really, and Hayden promised he was only going to get his feet wet. The water was really cold and we did not bring towels....

The real gang: Dave, Stefie, Kit, Clayton

The cutest girls ever! Dave jumping to the beach

Hunter Fball 2011

2011-11-13T09:10:00.000-08:00

Hunter started the year at corner and made some great tackles and stopped the other team in their tracks! He was chosen as Captain multiple times to represent the team which was a great honor.

Comp Baseball Hayden

2011-11-13T09:08:00.000-08:00

Hayden is on a Competition Baseball team this year. Dave is one of the coaches and their name is the Vipers. They are red and black which fits in perfectly with our sporting color scheme ;)

Hayden played catcher, 2nd base, center, and short stop. He is a great utility player but his love is at catcher and center field.

And stealing bases are another love of his...risk and danger at all times!

Hunter's Playoffs 2011

2011-11-13T09:05:00.000-08:00

The snow was thick, wet, and falling hard so the obstacles they had to overcome were HUGE! Not only did they have to play in the snow, they had to play West, the undefeated team with the men they were passing off as 7th graders!

Did I mentio the size of the West players? Men pretending to be 7th graders...yeah it was scary they were so HUGE!

At the end of regulation is was 0 to 0. After Overtime it was 0 to 0 and After an amazing Double Overtime it was 7 Bountiful 0 West! We won! We won! We beat the undefeated #1 seed and made it into the Championship! HOOORRRRAAAAHHHHH!! Yeah we are going to the Championship!

Hayden Fball Season 2011

2011-11-13T09:00:00.000-08:00

Hayden had a great 2011 Football season this year. They played some hard teams and won most of them. They ended the season 7 and 2. Not bad for this little PeeWee Team. It was great to play on a team with friends and great coaches! Hayden was nick named "baby killer" and he really put that name to use! He made some killer tackles as corner and earned the "Keva Krush" award for a hard hit.

Hayden Playoffs 2011

2011-11-13T08:56:00.000-08:00

It was a muddy mess of a game, cold, wet, and miserable. In other words a perfect day for a playoff game!

Hayden played Granger in the Playoffs and beat them 27 to 0. They earned the much wanted dinner at McDonalds from their coach and they made it to the Championship game!

Did I mention the mud?

Good luch boys! I hope you bring home the trophy!

Hayden wins the Championship!

2011-11-13T08:53:00.000-08:00

Well what started out to be a windy and cold day turned into a blizzard right as the game started...what a bummer! It was so cold and so wet they boys were freezing, but that did not stop them! They took advantage of the weather and all the practice they did this week and they dominated the game!

19 to 6 was the final score! Way to go Hayden! 2nd year in a row of Championships!

Congrats Hayden!

Hunter's Championship Game 2011

2011-11-13T08:50:00.000-08:00

It was cold, wet, and windy but it was a good day for a football game. Hunter's "Bad News Bears" team beat out the #1 seed team last week to make it to the Championship Game! They practiced hard all week and were excited to get the game started.

As hard as they tried it was not to be...once again Viewmont beat us.

The season was great, the boys had some huge obstacles to overcome and they battled through it. I am proud of Hunter and his team, they are great boys who try hard to help each other out. They have become great friends along the way.

New Sleeping Bags for Overnighters!

2011-11-13T08:44:00.000-08:00

Hunter and Dave spend 1 night a month on scouting adventures. And from October to April they usually freeze their back ends off (and their feet and their hands...) So they got new sleeping bags that are rated 0 degrees, hopefully they will stay toasty warm this winter!

Halloween 2011

2011-11-13T08:42:00.000-08:00

Tradition is such a great thing. We went to Olive Garden for our Halloween dinner and we ate and ate until we were ready to burst!

Don't worry it is just Baka dressed up for Halloween...

We all tried Calimari (Octopus) it was...rubbery.

As luck would have it we ran into my FAVORITE person in the whole world...Capt. Jack. He was a little taken aback when I asked for his pic...Little did he know I looked just like that hours before at our school Halloween Party!

Then it was off to the movies! We watched Three Musketeers. Thumbs up for Harley, Whitney, Me, and Hayden. Thumbs "whatever" for Dave. Thumbs down for Hunter.

All in all it was a great Halloween for he Munk's. We enjoyed spending time with our family and friends.

Temple Grandin 2011

2011-11-07T20:15:00.000-08:00

Working at Spectrum Academy has its ups and downs, but this was such a great UP I had to share it with all of you! Temple Grandin came to our school to take a tour, meet the kids, and talk to the kids about Autism. Temple is an amazing person and if you don't know who she is google her and find out about her. She is an inspiration to me and to the community of Autism. Here is a link to the article that was written about her coming to my school. http://www.ksl.com/?nid=148&sid=17905546
There is also an HBO film about her called: "Temple Grandin". It is really worth watching.

Carol Mikita and her camera man were there filming and interviewing...it was quite the event!

And here she is Temple Grandin!

That's my class and I MADE THAT POSTER!

It was a very inspiring day. I was so glad Hayden was there to share it with me and to meet her. Temple told the kids to find what they are good at and then do far in that field. She told them to use their Autistm to help the world become a better place. It was very inspiring and I am so grateful for the opportunity I had to experience this moment.

Painting the Fields

2011-11-07T20:08:00.000-08:00

Hunter, Hayden, and Dave got to paint the field for the last football game of the Little League season! They did a fantastic job!

October Overnighter 2011

2011-11-07T20:07:00.000-08:00

What could be funner than sleeping outside in the freezing cold of October? NOTHING!

The boys had an overnighter in the backyard to celebrate, um, well, just to be boys I think! We bundled them up really good and they were so hot they slept ontop of their bags! I am glad they had fun and we hope to do it every month this winter, snow, rain, wind, or shine!

Harley's Choir Concert

2011-11-07T20:05:00.000-08:00

Harley had her Fall Choir Concert in October and it was so fun seeing her sing with her friends.

Yeah, Dad is not happy about that one!

So let me explain...it was a Fall Concert where the first half was lovely and dressy and the second half was HALLOWEENY! They sang songs from Nightmare Before Christmas. It was so fun to watch and highly entertaining! She does look pretty beat up!

Harley and her Fan Club! Harley and her other fan club...another one Dad!

Harley is 15!!

2011-11-07T20:02:00.000-08:00

Happy 15th Birthday Harley! We love you and are so happy you are part of our family!

It is always fun to get things for your room right?

But it is even better when she gets a WHOLE ROOM MAKEOVER!

Before

After! The room is adorable, I mean-very chic and teenagerish! It was fun to paint and deocorate. Happy Birthday Harley Bug we love you!

Hunter is a TEENAGER!

2011-11-07T19:57:00.000-08:00

Well it is official Hunter is a Teenager! He turned 13!!!

And what did he want for his birthday? A visor for his helmet, mouth guard, and clothes for JR HIGH!

Sweet shoes dude!

Dinner at Maka's is always everyone's favorite!

I love this kid!

Miles Family Reunion 2011

2011-11-07T19:51:00.000-08:00

The bi-annual Miles Reunion was this summer and we had a lot of fun catching up with long lost cousins and friends.

We went to the Alpine Slide with Uncle Steve and Aunt Debbie's family. The kids all hit it off well and enjoyed their time together!

The teens and almost teens going alone!

We got all the way to the top and just about to go down and he decided he did not want to go down. Felt a little bad as I pushed him down and said, "You'll have fun just hold on!" He screamed a little then seemed to enjoy himself.

Minute to Win it with the Teenagers! It was hilarious watching them compete against each other!

Jimmer Camp 2011

2011-11-07T19:47:00.000-08:00

Hunter and Cousin A got to go to the Jimmer Basketball Camp this summer. They had 4 days of Bball and Jimmer fun!

Jimmer came and spoke to the boys about hard work and what it takes to become a star athelete. Hunter won the free throw contest for his group and got to stand up infront of everyone and they gave him a shirt! Go Hunter!

24th of July Parade

2011-11-07T19:45:00.000-08:00

This was Cousin A's first 24th of July parade! In fact, growing up in PA he had never heard of celebrating the 24th of July before. Well he was in for a great surprise! The heat was over bearing as usual and the parade was as long as ever with SO MUCH CANDY!

The Allstar BBQ

2011-11-07T19:43:00.000-08:00

The Allstar team had a BBQ to end the summer and celebrate their accomplishments.

Then they played a game of team v parents. The winners got dunked in the tank...and yes Hayden dunked Dave!

Getting his award from his coaches!

Casualties of the Cabin

2011-11-07T19:41:00.000-08:00

One thing I forgot to mention about the cabin was the mosquito's from *@!$. They mocked us as we put on our bug spray! They mocked us as we built the fire to smoke them out. They mocked us when it rained....needless to say we were eaten alive! And as Hayden's nature is to scratch until they bleed, he looks like a victim of some sort of chicken pox disease...

All Stars for Hayden

2011-11-07T19:38:00.000-08:00

Hayden made the SD All-Star team this summer. He was went from sitting on the bench and being the last at bat to starting in Center Field (a position Hayden found he LOVED) and lead batter! He proved to his coaches that he was dependable and a hard worker! I am really proud of Hayden for the hard work he put into baseball this year!

She is a 9th grader!

2011-11-07T19:36:00.000-08:00

Harley and Whitney went and took these pictures. I was so impressed, they did a great job! And wow when did Harley grow up????

I love these 4 pics

Hunter Catches his 1st Fish!

2011-11-07T19:33:00.000-08:00

Hunter went fishing in the Snake River and caught his first fish! We were so excited for him!

And yes he gutted it himself!

The Cabin Day 3

2011-11-07T19:32:00.000-08:00

Rain you say...that never stopped us before!

Hayden and Peyton ripped through the puddles

Nothing like a MUD bath!

Kristi was slightly more muddy... Thanks Kris!

After the rain stopped we headed out to West Yellowstone. We wanted to take the kids to see the sights. Of course Hunter saw this map and about died with excitement. We HAD to take a picture of it!

We stopped to get a bite to eat and ended up in a covered wagon!

Smores? Hayden got to help cut fire wood

The campfire on the last night was a sad night. We had so much fun we were sad to see it end! But we look forward to next summer when we can go again! Thanks Angie, Skee, and Fox family for letting us use your cabin and toys!

The Cabin Day 2

2011-11-07T19:27:00.000-08:00

Day 2 was the day of ADVENTURE! We started the day with a drive to Warm Springs. We all got in the Razors and on the 4 wheelers and went off road! It was much better than driving in the car!

Here we are the whole Burningham Family!           And the Burningham Grandkids!

Aren't we just the cutest girls ever??                       Typical Family picture...

This was a cool little cabin tucked away at Warm Springs. And yes I mean little, John Sack was shorter than Harley!

Mom, Dad, Stefie, Brett, Angie, and Kristi              Hunter was a great helper on the hike!

Thank heavens Harley and Hunter were there to help carry the kids!

I love C!

The Cabin Day 1

2011-11-07T19:22:00.000-08:00

I don't really know where to begin with this dream vacation. I don't believe we have EVER had such a wonderful family vacation in all my years! It was perfect from the beginning to the end! The kids had so much fun they were sad to leave and go home!

Hunter and Harley BF for LIFE!

Peyton and Hayden BFF's

Only Uncle Skee was brave enough to take Harley out and teach her how to drive...Yep I said it...DRIVE!!

It was great having the ENTIRE family together! We loved spending time with Brett and his cute family! The campfire was everyone's favorite resting spot!

They are the CUTEST around! The girls!

Love me some pancakes! Dad and daughter taking a stroll in the Razor

Hunter and Hayden both learned how to ride the 4 wheeler! And Harley was the BEST biggest girl cousin around! She took over for everyon mommy and let them have a break! Harley you are such a sweet heart!

Hiking the Y

2011-11-07T19:16:00.000-08:00

"I think I can, I think I can...."
We started hiking the Y with great gusto and speed...

But half way up it was SO steep and SO hard that we almost didn't make it! However, we did not give up! We battled to the top and we were VICTORIOUS!

It was a hike I am glad I did, but hope NEVER to have to hike again!

PA Cousins this Summer!

2011-11-07T19:14:00.000-08:00

This was the BEST summer of all the years past, according to Hunter that is...He had a blast this year with the cousins. Cousin A spent a week with us before his family came out and a week after. It was great to have the boys together.
We had fun playing with all the Little Pet Shops and learning about our ancestors at breakfast on July 4th!

Hunter and Cousin L were a hit on the piano.

And although it almost killed me, we did crafts with the kids! We made frames, flip flops, necklaces, and tie dye shirts! They turned out great and I will admit it was FUN!

Kangaroo Zoo with the Cousins

2011-11-07T19:10:00.000-08:00

This was the summer of the PA Munk's. We had so much fun with them at Kangaroo Zoo. Chasing, climbing, jumping, crashing, and in the end crying...(A and Harley hit heads and were down for the count!)

I love these pics of the boys! Danger Danger!

Happy Birthday Maka & Happy 4th of July!

2011-11-07T19:08:00.000-08:00

Maka always has the BEST birthday parties! The tent was set up for the kids to sleep in, there was bocce ball to play in the yard, yummy food, and cousin A and Uncle D were in town to celebrate with us this year!

We love Maka! Uncle D made the cake and it was SO yummy!

Fireworks in the rain...ummm ok it was interesting!

It wouldn't be summer if the kids didn't get their shirts and their picture with Maka on the couch!

Cousin A looks like he is not having fun, but trust me he stayed for 4 weeks and I know he had fun!
Happy 4th of July and Happy Bday Maka!

Swimming at Kristi's

2011-11-07T19:00:00.000-08:00

Hayden finally got his back tuck dive down this summer!

Finally posting the swimming pictures from the summer. We love swimming at Kristi's house and are so grateful she is willing to let us spend time crashing her house!

We love Hunter!

And Harley can do a front flip off the diving board now!

Gma Duke we Love you!

2011-07-29T12:08:00.000-07:00

Merle Adams Whitesides Burningham, Gram to me, Grandma B to my sisters, Grandma Duke to my children, passed away Wednesday July 27, 2011. Gram shaped my life in a way that I will never forget. I was privileged enough to live with Gram for a total of 7 years. We moved in with her when Hunter was 1 year old and Harley was 3 years old. She absolutely loved having the kids playing in her house and in her yard. She often sat on the patio and watched them wrestle around in the front yard. She got a kick out of how rough they were and called them "wild Indians".

When Hayden was first brought home from the hospital I was really sick, and Gram would come downstairs every morning take my laundry, Harley, and Hunter upstairs. She would wash and fold my laundry brings it back down and swap it for Hayden. Gram loved to hold Hayden. They had such a strong bond from the moment he was born. Gram would come down every night at bedtime and get baby Hayden, take him up to the patio and rock him and talk to him for hours. I would get the older kids in bed and go up and sit with her while she rocked him.

Hayden spent every day with Gram following her around the house, the yard, to the store, and even around the neighborhood. They were really cute together, she would get mad at him when he got rowdy and he would scowl back, but it never lasted long before Gram would grab him by the back of the neck and give him a big hug. She would laugh and say, "You’re such a wild cuss, I just love you!"

When Harley would get home from school, she would go straight to Grams kitchen and sit and tell her all about her day at school. Gram would listen give her cookies and juice and they would talk and talk until dinner. Hunter and Harley both loved sitting with Gram in the kitchen talking and snacking.

When we moved out of Grams and into our own house the kids had a really hard time not having Gram with us. They missed her a lot and we made many visits to her house, but it wasn't the same, we always had to say goodbye.

3 years later we moved back in with Gram and much to others disapproval it was one of the greatest blessings for our family. My kids felt at home there and were so excited to be back with Gram. They bombarded her with attention, so much so that they were asked to leave Gram alone and play in the backyard where she would not be disturbed by their ruckus. Well, sneaky Gram would go to the bedroom window, open it up and holler out to the kids, "Come up here in the front yard so I can see you playing." They would joyfully tromp upstairs into the front yard and wrestle around for hours while she sat in the kitchen window and watched them. Sometimes she would go to the front door and holler out, "move to the left I can't see you."

We absolutely loved our time with Gram and are so grateful for her positive influence in our lives. Gram taught me about forgiveness, patience, endurance, love, and the importance of family. Family meant the world to her; she lived for her family visit her and talk with her.

Grandma was proud of each and every one of her children and grandchildren. We would sit on the porch and talk about every one of them in great detail, how they were doing, what they were doing, what they planned on doing, their families, and their successes.

The thing I will always remember about Gram is that she was truly someone I leaned on in hard times. She always had a shoulder to cry on and words of love to heal a hurt. She never judged anyone and always looked for the positive. I always felt that I was her favorite, but the secret about Gram is that she made all of us feel that way. Each family member WAS her favorite. Gram may have been my kids Great-Grandmother but she was always Gram to us. She was a friend, a mother, and a grandmother to my family and I will forever be a better person because of her!

Stadium of Fire 2011

2011-07-03T10:23:00.000-07:00

The 4 teenagers went to the Stadium of Fire with Maka this year. They started the night with a BBQ in the backyard, then it was off to BYU for the show.

It was so hot sitting at the very top with NO SHADE.

Brad Paisley and David Archuleta performed and it was AMAZING!

Lagoon with Cousin A

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The Temple

2011-07-02T09:35:00.000-07:00

Cousin A came to visit and we took the morning to go to the temple!

Running the bases! Go Hayden!

2011-07-02T09:32:00.000-07:00

Lagoon with the Hunt's

2011-07-02T09:29:00.000-07:00

Pitching and Catching in All-stars

2011-07-02T09:26:00.000-07:00

While we wait for the game to start!

2011-07-02T09:24:00.000-07:00

Sometimes we have hours at the ball field and as fun as that is for Hayden...Hunter and I get a bit bored! So...we may take an excessive amount of photos of us sitting around. LOL here are a few!

Just keep Swinging!

2011-07-02T09:21:00.000-07:00

Hayden is doing great on his All-star Team. I am so proud of him!

SAFE!

2011-07-02T09:19:00.000-07:00

Always ready

Going, going, going,

Sliding, dirt everywhere.....SAFE!

And breathe!

2011-07-02T09:16:00.000-07:00

Hayden made the South Davis All-star team this year and he is having fun learning a new position. Outfield. He has caught every ball hit in his area and has become the trusted outfielder!

Little too close for comfort!

We love baseball!

2011-07-02T09:13:00.000-07:00

There is nothing Hayden loves more than catching!

AllPoly Camp 2011

2011-07-02T09:08:00.000-07:00

The boys got to participate in the AllPoly camp this year! It was fun, finally good weather, and it got them excited for football to start in August!

We love Foxboro...in the summer!

2011-07-02T09:06:00.000-07:00

There is a new park in Foxboro with a full size bball court! They boys love to ride their bikes there and play ball!

Who knows how or why but he is covered in them....

The bike trail is also fun and we love to ride as a family (well, once we get going we like it!)

Pitching

2011-07-02T09:02:00.000-07:00

Hayden likes to pitch in baseball but he LOVES to pitch when his BFF and Cousin P is the catcher!

They do great together, talking, supporting, and laughing!

This was a great year and we are so glad the boys got to play on the same team!

Hayden's Homerun of 2011!

2011-07-02T08:59:00.000-07:00

Yeah for Babe Ruthe!

Easter 2011 MOVIE Day

2011-07-02T08:55:00.000-07:00

The weather outside was frightful,
But the movie was so delightful.
Since we've not other place to go,
To the show, to the show, to the show!

In the dark of the theater you never know what the pictures are going to turn out to look like!

These are the best! Love my kids!

Drama Queen

2011-05-29T21:21:00.001-07:00

She just is so perfect!

Handsome Boys

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Th Future Munk Missionaries...look out world!

Women with Integrity

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Harley made this for one of her YW projects!

Love these people

2011-05-29T21:18:00.000-07:00

Once upon a time in a land far far away where I have endless money to spend I blew this up to a 20 x insanely big and framed it and hung it on my wall!

Shooting with Grandpa

2011-05-29T21:09:00.000-07:00

We went to the gun range with Grandpa the other day and had fun shooting. We started with the 22's then went to the shotguns (which are my favorite!) We all had fun and got some great shots. I, for one, am now addicted to trying to hit those darn clay pigeons! I can't get enough of it! The boys were great and loved to shoot, but the funniest was Harley she was shooting guns that were so big and had such a kick that I was scared of them! She shot them all and loved ever minute of it! Thanks Grandpa!

Hunter the Track Star!

2011-05-29T20:53:00.000-07:00

Hunter is on the LPA track team this year (we are so grateful the 6th graders get to run!!) and he had his 1 and only track meet this week. He was really nervous and did not want to loose any of his races. Hunter runs the 100 meter (the video is of him running the 100 meter) and the 200 meter. The 200 meter was first he ran in 30 seconds earning him 1st place. Then he ran the 100 and it was a very close one against some 9th graders. He ran it in 14.4 seconds and earned himself the title "Fastest kid at LPA"! Hunter is a talented runner and can't wait to get to Jr High and start smashing records left and right!

The Ward Talent Show to beat the ALL!

2011-05-29T20:48:00.000-07:00

The Foxboro 5th Ward did a Talent Show and it was the BEST night we have ever had!

The Bishopbrick sword fighting to Pirates (It does not get better than that!)

Dave and I stunting...that's right STUNTING! 30 something and we still have it!

Harley stunning everyone with her lovely voice and great spirit!

The YW singing "A few of their favorite things"

And the best of all...the Elders Quorum Band. The fog machines were going full speed and set off the fire alarms. The fire department showed up in full uniform ready to save the day...boy were they surprised to see that!

I can't wait for them to do another Talent Show! It will be hard to beat this one!

Easter with the Munks 2011

2011-05-29T20:41:00.000-07:00

The funniest thing this year was watching my 14 and 12 year old RUN around Maka's back yard trying to find the eggs with money in them! We had an easter egg hunt and Maka's, dinner, the traditional Bunny Cake, and we decorated eggs. We dyed the real eggs and we took the plastic eggs and decorated them. Maka and Baka judged the eggs and we ended up getting awards for the most creative. It was a really fun night!

Easter Morning 2011

2011-05-29T20:37:00.000-07:00

That darned easter bunny hid the baskets again this year. Harley found hers in the microwave, Hunter in the oven, and Hayden behind the bookcase. The kids are getting older, but they still love finding the baskets and grabbing as much candy as they can. The candy was ALL over the house this year. They did a good job of finding it all and had a good stash to take to church and eat! You gotta love Easter Sunday!

Easter with the Bhams 2011

2011-05-29T20:34:00.000-07:00

We celebrated Easter with the Bham's by decorating cookies, eating hamburgers, an easter egg hunt, and swimming in the hot tub!

Wow I just love Hunter...every year he gives me a fantastic picture in the hot tub! LOL!

Cowboy Up

2011-05-29T20:30:00.000-07:00

One of my Cheerleaders (the Great Sage Thacker) is a rodeo champion. She invited us to go to one of her rodeos and spend some time with her and the horses. Hayden LOVED the horses and didn't want to get off once he was on. He did not, however, like the calf roping. That was a little much for his tender animal loving side. He just wanted to stay with the horses and ride and ride and ride...maybe he does need a farm!

We want a Pitcher....

2011-05-29T20:26:00.000-07:00

Hayden pitched a great game today! The sun was FINALLY shinning and he let the strikes rip across the plate!

Princess for the day!

2011-05-29T20:23:00.000-07:00

Our school was issued a challenge to buy 500 books at the book fair. If they students bought 500 books then the teachers would do....My calss voted for me to be a Princess for the day. I searched long and hard until I found the erfect Princess dress with the perfect Princess Court. It was a day to remember! I helped at the assembly and all the girls LOVED my dress, they all wanted to hug me and even the boys wanted to hug a Princess. It was fun and I am so glad I work at such a GREAT school!

Play Ball 2011

2011-05-29T20:17:00.000-07:00

This year Hayden, cousin P, and cousin B are all on the same team! It is really fun to watch the boys play on the same team. Hayden started out as catcher (his favorite position) then moved to pitcher. He does a great job pitching and not very many players can hit off of him! Most the innings are 3 up, 3 down! Unfortunately the weather has made it impossobly cold and miserable...bring on the summer!

Mother's Day 2011

2011-05-29T20:13:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day was great this year. Harley gave me a pedicure and my toes have never looked better! I got lots of great stuff and am so lucky to have such a great family!

Harley's 2nd track meet

2011-05-29T20:11:00.000-07:00

This meet went MUCH better than the first! Harley was bumped up to run the 4 x 100 relay and the 800 meter. She did great in both races and we are so proud of her for working hard on getting faster and improving her running skills. Her relay team did not make regionals, but there is always next year!

Harley's 1st Track Meet

2011-05-29T20:07:00.000-07:00

Harley's first track meet was FREEZING COLD and SUPER WINDY! But, the team pushed forward and did the best they could do. Harley was not excited about being MADE to join the track team, however she stuck it out and was able run the 4 x 100 relay. Dave went and bought her new track shoes (with metal spikes on them-who knew?)

After they warmed up and practiced passing the baton back and forth they were ready to get started! Harley is the 2nd leg of the relay. It was a rough start, but she ran her hardest and made up for lost time. We are really proud of her, she worked really hard and is looking forward to next year when she can run with her brother.

Hayden's Opera 4th Grade

2011-05-29T20:01:00.000-07:00

Hayden's 4th grade class wrote an Opera about the mountain men. Hayden was cast as a bear (I know shocking right!) He did a great job and sang his part perfectly. The opera was very funny and surprisingly GOOD! The kids worked hard on it and they did a great job! His teacher is amazing!

Hayden's County Report 4th Grade

2011-05-29T20:00:00.000-07:00

Hayden did his county report on Duchesene County. He made a poster, brought a treat (licorice ropes because there are cowboys there), wrote a report, and made a slide show presentation. Then he got to present it to the parents and LPA staff. I was so impressed with his slide show! It was amazing how he navigated around the lap top. He puts me to shame! Great Job Hayden!

Harley in: Suesical the Musical 2011

2011-05-29T19:55:00.000-07:00

Harley was a Bird Girl in Suesical Jr. She did an amazing job and we LOVED watching her perform. Her fantastic personality and beautiful voice make her the perfect candidate for any musical. We look forward to all the other musicals she will be in! GO HARLEY!

No more BRACES!!!! SMILE!

2011-05-29T19:49:00.000-07:00

Harley got her braces off and she is all smiles! I can't believe how beautiful she looks! Her Ortho gave her some sparkling cider to celebrate with her family! Yeah for Harley!

Hayden's Best Friends!

2011-05-29T19:24:00.000-07:00

Double Digits for Hayden!!

2011-04-08T13:30:00.000-07:00

Hayden turned 10 years old this year! It was a very exciting time for him, he just couldn't decide what he wanted. But at the end of the day, he was VERY happy with what he got!

He got to go to his very own private training session with Sean and he met Chaz Walker who promised to drop by a Birthday Surprise for him. Then we went to lunch at Applebee's with Grandma and Grandpa B.
On Sunday we went to Maka's house for his birthday dinner. He got to open lots of presents and eat cake.

What season is it?

2011-04-07T16:49:00.001-07:00

Day 1

Day 2

Which season is it?? Grrrrrr

Cheer Compeition 2011

2011-04-07T16:49:00.000-07:00

This year the BHS Cheerleaders got to go to California to compete....and play!!!

But first WORK!

The girls worked their butt's off and it payed off...They took 3rd in cheer and 1st in Hip Hop, which makes us...NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!!!!

After Hip Hop

Our lovely HOTEL!

The 2010-2011 Team

My FANTASTIC Leadership

Now PLAY!!!!

Good Bye Girls that I love!!

New Faucet!

2011-04-07T16:28:00.000-07:00

While I was in California our kitchen sink started to leak and the faucet fell apart. Thanks to the kind help from my FANTASTIC cousin Scott and my handy dandy sons and hubby, I was surprised with a new faucet when I got home!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

2011-04-07T16:27:00.000-07:00

The morning started with Lucky Charms and green milk. Then the kids got to put on their Green clothes (all except Hunter who was sick with Influenza...) and go to school!
For dinner we had Green eggs and Ham with Green milk. It was a fun way to celebrate St. Patty's Day!

The Leprechaun's came to my school and caused havoc with some scissors and green jello...
Wonder who could have done that??

It was THAT bad??

2011-03-06T21:20:00.000-08:00

The final game of the season for the LPA Varsity Team was played against their rivals...NDPA
In the middle of the game (it was not going well for us) I looked at the bench and noticed something was on Hunter's face...

Apparently the game was too much for Hunter to watch. So he put his sweatband over his eyes, hmmmmm. WEIRD?

Eventually all the parents noticed and everyone was laughing at Hunter's display of frustration.

LPA's Final Game of the season

2011-03-06T21:13:00.000-08:00

Last game for the JV Team.

Hunter was getting some last minute instruction from the coach...

That's right baby (22), box him out! And this folks is why Hunter gets the rebounds, size is noth'n!

LPA Game

2011-03-06T21:08:00.000-08:00

Hunter may be shorter than these APA players, but he did not let that stop him in this game. He played hard and came out the victor in the end.

Happy Valentines Day!

2011-03-06T09:27:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentines Day!! We had a healthy RED eggs, RED milk, and RED toast to start the day of LOVE. The kids were a little leary about the milk and eggs, but they ate them all when they tasted "the exact same."

And for dinner...RED spaghetti and RED juice!

Sir Black Knight

2011-03-06T09:23:00.000-08:00

Hayden has been learning about the Middle Ages in school this year. At the end of the unit they have a huge banquet and "knighting ceremony." Hayden dressed up as a Knight and was Knighted as Sir Black Knight. He made a castle with Grandpa B and the class loved it, he even won an award! It was a fun ceremony and the day was filled with games, feasts, and other Middle Ages activities.

Dreams Do Come True

2011-02-20T10:10:00.000-08:00

Senator Ben McAdams is a friend of mine and the other day he sent me an email and inviting Hunter to the Capitol Building for the Governor's State of the State Address. Hunter was blown away by this invitation and could not imagine anything better. Hunter told his coach he would have to miss a game, he told his YM leader that he would be missing YM and off we went.

When we got to the Capitol Senator Ben McAdams met us and gave us a behind the scene tour of the Capitol. Ben took Hunter all over and showed him the rooms and offices. He took us to the balcony where we were going to sit for the speech and introduced us to the influential people sitting around us, Hunter was star struck! Ben kept saying he was going to scare Hunter out of politics, but the more Hunter saw the more he wants it.

Right before the speech started Ben took Hunter down to the floor where the House of Representatives and Senators would be sitting, he showed Hunter the podium where the Gov. would be standing, and showed him the telepromptors they use. On their way out of the room we ran into some good friends of mine. (These people were my 2nd Mom and Dad growing up, that is how much time I spent at their house!) Roger and Laurel Barrus. Roger is in the House of Representatives, and they were on their way in to sit down. After a brief explanation of what we were doing there Ben said, "I would love to smuggle Hunter down here for the speech, do you think that is a possibility?" Before Roger could respond Laurel said, "Hunter can have my seat, I have seen this a 100 times. Roger take Hunter with you." I was a bit shocked and thought for sure Hunter would want to stay with me, he did not know these people, but Hunter had the hugest smile on his face and he said, "YES!" So Laurel and I went off to the balcony and Hunter, Senator McAdams, and House Representative Barrus went to take their seats.

While Hunter was sitting on the floor lots of people came to him and shook his hand, talked to him, and encouraged him.

Roger Barrus is leaning on his chair next to Hunter.

Ben McAdams is standing in the gray suit with the red tie.

This shot was shown a couple times of the news, Hunter standing and clapping!!

After the speech Hunter was introduced to a lot of people, more than I can remember, and while Hunter was shaking hands and making a name for himself. A House Rep came up to me and asked if I was Hunter's Mom, he said that everyone in the House wears a special pin, and he wanted to give Hunter one. He said his office was on the top floor and if we went to the balcony he would drop the pin down to Hunter. So we walked over to where he was dropping the pin and while we were waiting Rod Decker grabbed Ben and asked to interview him.

After the "pin drop" and the interview, Ben said he wanted Hunter to meet Lt. Gov. Bell. So they went over to him and shook hands with him and his wife, they were very gracious and asked where he lived and what school he went to, how old he was, then Lt. Gov. Bell told Hunter to keep up the good work and one day he could work in the Capitol.

It truly was a night to remember, Hunter was so composed and professional through the entire event. When we got in the car I asked him if he had fun and he said, "That was better than any sporting event I have ever been to or watched." Enough said!

Thank you Ben for the invitation, none of this would have happened if you had not taken the first step. I am grateful for good childhood friends. I am grateful they went out of their way to give Hunter the chance of a life time!

Hayden and Jr. Jazz

2011-02-16T17:04:00.000-08:00

Hayden started his Jr. Jazz season this month. He is an amazing point guard, and he is used to defending Hunter and the other 6th graders, so the poor boys trying to dribble the ball down the court did not know what hit them. I think Hayden had 10 steals before the coach told him to ease up a bit. Go hard or go home right?

LPA Game

2011-02-16T17:00:00.000-08:00

This was a Varisty Game that Hunter got to play in. He played the entire 2nd half! Yeah Hunter!!

New Years Eve 2010

2011-02-16T16:57:00.000-08:00

New Years Eve was a small night filled with Fabulous food and great company!

We love spending time with Maka and Baka and they LOVED staying up until midnight with us!! Especially Baka! He wanted to spend more nights with us, mainly Hayden, but we had to turn him down... ;)

The best part of New Years Eve is the NEW YEAR MORNING BREAKFAST!

Monkeys in the Bed

2011-02-16T16:48:00.000-08:00

How many kids can you get in 1 bed???
Kristi and Angie had hotel rooms in Layton, so we packed up and went for the night with the Bham family! When we got their the kids started arranging the rooms as to who would sleep where. Grandma and Grandpa, due to their being "Elder" and all, got the room to themselves. Kristi and Matt got Leighton, Easton, and Ashton. Angie and Skee got Harley and Berklie. Me? I got the 5 monkeys in the bed! They were great, we jumped on the beds, we threw pillows at each other, we ran around making a rukus, then I read them a bedtime story and they were all asleep in a matter of minutes!

Nerf Gun Wars II

2011-02-16T16:42:00.000-08:00

Adults v Kids...round 1 pure domination.

Round 2 I joined with the kids, we set up and beat the adults over and over and over again!
Gimme the gun baby!

Christmas Breakfast Tradition

2011-02-16T15:06:00.000-08:00

Every Christmas morning we meet the Hunts at Village Inn for a Christmas breakfast. This is the 2nd year going, so I feel I can say it is a tradition now! We always have fun and look forward to next year when we can eat until we burst and not have to clean it up!!!

Deciding what to order is a piece if cake fwhen your BFF is helping you!

Santa Unloaded this year!!

2011-02-15T21:43:00.000-08:00

Christmas morning was great! The kids were completely spoiled, but it was so much fun watching them discover what "Santa" brought them!

A TV, PS 3, Madden 11, and Move controllers...these are 2 lucky boys!

Oh yeah more iTouch accessories!

Safety first. Hayden got a new bike and a new helmet!

Yes this is a box of Old Spice, and yes, that is the biggest smile on his face. He has been begging me to buy him Old Spice for weeks...wirdest kid ever!!

How to Screw up your Teenagers

2011-02-15T21:29:00.000-08:00

Once upon a time there were 2 teenagers and each asked Santa for a 4th Generation iTouch. They were pretty confident they would be getting them and started talking about what songs they wanted and what Apps they wanted. They were demanding colors with all the bells and whistles attached. Mom and "Santa" began the search for the best Christmas gifts ever.
One day when "Santa" was getting all the packing and shopping done for Christmas, she came upon a problem with the iTouch order at an un-named store (TARGET.COM). There was only 1 iTouch shipped with accessories but "Santa" was charged for the 2 that were ordered...After much anger and rage, phone calls were made, people were threatened, and in the end there was a possibility that 1 of these lovely teenagers would be without a iTouch for Christmas. Mom gave the eldest teenager a "heads up".
Mom: So there may be a problem with your Christmas this year, just know that I am working on it, I love you, BUT you may have to fake a smile and get nothing on Christmas morning.
Eldest Teenager: What? Really? No! Ug, ok I guess as long as it is coming, it is coming right? I will get one right?
Mom: Possibly or something equally as good. Don't tell younger teenager, it is just between you and me.
The next day Mom was talking to younger teenager, she asked him what he wanted more, an iTouch or a PS3 with Madden 11. Younger teenager did not blink an eye, he said, "iTouch-no question. But the iTouch comes with a dock and all the cases right?" Mom assured Younger teenager that all would be well.
3 days before Christmas the missing iTouch appeared on the doorstep with all accessories inside. It was a huge relief for Mom and "Santa". They took a deep breath and then a wonderfully horrible idea popped into Mom's head. Mom thought: it is always best to be surprised on Christmas morning. If the kids know what they are getting ahead of time there is no "wow" factor.
So Mom pulled a prank on the 2 lovely, yet spoiled, teenagers.
Mom asked Younger Teenager to talk to her in private, she told him of the horrors of un-named store (TARGET.COM). She told him of the tragedy, the lost accessories, the undelivered iTouch. She hugged him and told him how much she loved him and did not want to ruin his Christmas, but she wanted him to be prepared for Christmas morning. She also told Younger Teenager not to tell Eldest Teenager, because it was just between them. He was sad, but hopeful that the delivery would be made in time.
Mom then privatley reminded Eldest Teenager of the missing iTouch and reminded her that she was going to have to be a good sport this year. She also reminded her to keep it a secret because Younger Teenager did not need to be upset on Christmas Eve. She told her about how being a grown up meant dealing with disappointment. She hugged her and left her to ponder adulthood and all the horrors that go with it.
Finally it was Christmas Eve and the 2 teenagers stole private moments to looked to their Mother with hope filled eyes. But she looked away and hung her head, she reminded each of the that she loved them and wanted them to be happy. She said she tried EVERYTHING to make it happen, but alas it was not to be. Each teenager kept their promise to Mom and did not disclose why they were so depressed about Christmas.
The sad teenagers left for their family Christmas party with heavy hearts. Each one mourning the loss of their Christmas dreams. While at the Christmas party Aunt Angie pulled Eldest Teenager aside and said, "Your mom tried so hard to make this a good christmas. Don't be mad at her, you can come over here and play on my iPad, but just don't be mad." Aunt Angie then pulled Younger Teenager aside and told him, "Your mom loves you, just remember that. She loves you a lot. Don't be mad at her." Then Aunt Kristi pulled Eldest Teenager aside and said to her, "You just have to be a good sport in the morning. We are all so sad, we tried to make things work out." Then Aunt Kristi pulled Younger Teenager aside and repeated her heartfelt plea, "Don't be mad at you parents, they tried everything." Then the family departed and the 2 teenagers were left teary eyed and full of gloom.
The teenagers and younger sibling all slept in 1 room awaiting Santa's arrival. In the dark of the night, they began to discuss what was going on and confessed to each other about the iTouch secret and horrors they had been holding inside. That is when they discovered that both of them were told the same thing from all the adults. They concluded that there were NO iTouches to be had for either of them this year, they were getting nothing for Christmas. There were tears shed, and angry thoughts shared before falling into a fitfull sleep.
When they awoke Christmas morning, they begrudingly went down stairs with no hope or joy in their hearts only to discover.....

YEP 2 iTouches with all the accessories-it was a Christmas Miracle

And that is how you keep your kids on their toes and a hope in their hearts!
Merry Christmas!

Bham Christmas

2011-02-15T20:52:00.000-08:00

Oh yeah a Pillow Pet! Just what he wanted! Thanks Grandma and Grandpa B!!

Harley and Hunter got "supplies" for the iTouch's they both requested.

BFF Pillow Pets! P.S. If it is soft, softer than anything you can imagine, then Hayden will have it and love it to death!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Bham Nativity

2011-02-14T19:20:00.000-08:00

Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus

Donkey, Shepherd, and Wise Men

The whole Nativity cast

Shepherd and sheep

Nerf Gun War I

2011-02-13T09:03:00.000-08:00

It seems the hooligans have moved from the Bham Christmas Party to the Neighborhood Church...

Decorating Cookies w/ Gma B

2011-02-13T09:01:00.000-08:00

Grandma B had the kids come over and decorate cookies and make mini pizza's for lunch over the Christmas break. It was a lot of fun and the kids were all sugared out when it was over! Thanks Grandma!