Traveller Family

Happy 4th...

2011-07-04T08:46:00.000-07:00

Yesterday after church we all took a 4 hour nap so we decided that we would drive down to the river and watch the firework show after dinner. We knew it would be chaos, but figured we were going to be up for a while. The fire works were awesome... the girls loved every second of them. We were lucky enough to be right under them. When they were all over it was CRAZINESS trying to get out of there. It took us 2 hours to get home. It is maybe 20 minutes from our house if that says anything. All in all it was a good time and the girls enjoyed themselves. I am so happy to have Nater home this year to spend it with us...

Today we have plans to BBQ with some friends and see the fire work show on Ft. Campbell.

Hope you all have a safe and Happy 4th of July!!

Abe's A Daddy...

2011-06-16T18:24:00.000-07:00

5/23/11

I can't believe how tiny these little guys were when they were born. We are so excited that they are finally here. From what I understand Ebi did great and there were no complications. She had 2 little boys. We were all hoping for some girls, but you never seem to get what ya want.

* This is Ebi (momma) and the 2 pups *

The puppies are only a couple of weeks old in this picture. Their little eyes weren't even open yet. Ebi is the best little momma. She takes great care of these 2 little boys. We have decided we are going to keep ours. His name is Theodore Roosevelt... go figure right?! We call him Teddy for short. The other one is sold, but for now we call him Winston. After Winston Churchill... I know, I know... you might think we are crazy, but believe it or not, Ebi's owners are the ones that named the puppies. They said in honor of Abe they wanted to keep the theme going.

Home At Last...

2011-05-31T12:22:00.000-07:00

*Daddy and Reg's*

After what seems like an Eternity, Nate has arrived home safe and sound!! I am grateful for the sacrifices these men have made! It has been one tough year, but I think our family has learned so much and will continue to learn as we keep on our journey in this life. There was a time in the beginning of this deployment where I seriously thought I wasn't going to be able to make it through. I have learned we are all a lot stronger than we give ourselves credit for. I would like to thank our family, friends and most of all the ARMY family I have made over this last year. Without you all I don't know where the girls and I would be.

The Place We Call Home...

2011-01-28T12:49:00.000-08:00

These pictures were taken with my iPhone so they are a little grainy... We have made a few changes since these photos so I will be adding some more pics soon. Just wanted to give you all an idea of what on post housing looks like. We moved in this house in July of 2010. I haven't been very good at keeping up my blog, but hope to keep on top of it now. I wasn't a big fan at first, but once I hung some things on the wall and got our stuff put where we wanted it... It now feels pretty homey.

2 Little Princesses...

2010-10-21T12:13:00.000-07:00

We had known about this "Character Brunch" for a month before we finally went and the girls had been so excited. The girls were a little nervous about some of the characters, but were good to take pictures with most all of them. Kennedy was terrified of Shreck and Hulk. Anytime they came around she would hide behind my legs. I got her and Regs to take a pic with Iron Man because I told them Daddy liked Iron Man. I sure hope they enjoyed themselves. I know I did. I got a little emotional when I thought about Nate missin' out on the fun day. He had just barely left when we did this.

Regs and Kennerbug... I love you girls!!

Awww, The Joy's of Moving...

2010-10-21T11:52:00.000-07:00

Can I just tell you how much I hate to move?! I have moved 9 times in 7 years now. I am gettin' pretty good at it let me tell ya. This was a much needed move and it went pretty smooth. The hardest part has been gettin' it all to fit in this tiny place and gettin' it all unpacked. I am just tired of unpacking. We got our keys to this place on July 1, but the movers moved us in on the 6th. I still have stuff in boxes and not a whole lot on the walls. I sent Nater a video of the place and his first call to me after he saw it went like this... "Lish, you need to either rent a storage or sell all that clutter." I just started laughing.

He then tells me that he will hang everything that is sitting on the floors. Like I said... I still haven't hung everything on the walls yet. They are on the floor where I want to hang them just haven't hung them. Nate is the "hanger upper" in our house.

So Welcome to our first "On Post" home...

Meet Sir Abraham Lincoln...

2010-10-20T16:34:00.000-07:00

Nate came home from work one day and told the girls there were some Yorkie puppies for sale up the street. Of course they got soooo excited and wanted to go check them out. I knew if we went and looked at them we would end up with one of them so I asked how much they were. When he told me, I about chocked!! It was late so we decided that we would go the next day when daddy was off. The girls were so excited they waited all day by the windows watchin' for him...

As you can see they had waited so long they fell asleep. As soon as he got home we got in the car and headed over to see the puppies. When we got there we found out the momma was still pregnant. The girls were pretty sad so she told them she had one puppy left from the last litter, but he was 5 months old already. I took one look at him and told Nate.... NOWAY!! I wanted a girl puppy and I wanted her to be cute and small etc... (I know... I'm a big ol' baby)!! Anyway the woman tells us I will sell him for 200.00 cause he is gettin' older and I haven't been able to sell him. He looked so scruffy and not so cute in my opinion, but the price sure sounded nice. I told Nate lets leave and so we can talk about it. I didn't want to do anything on impulse. We had to really coax Regs to give him back to the woman. It broke my heart, but we told her we would be back in just a little while. We got in the car and Nate of course was sold on him and Reagan no longer cared if it was a boy or a girl so needless to say we went and bought him some things at the pet store then went back and got him. They had named him Taco. I was not lovin' that name and so we all started to discuss what we would name him. We had all kinds and then it hit me... "Nate, this is your boy. Let's name him Abraham Lincoln. We can call him Abe." Nate and I busted up laughing and everyone agreed this was going to be his name. So... meet Sir Abraham Lincoln...

Our Ghetto Fabulous Digs...

2010-10-20T14:41:00.000-07:00

We lived in this place from

2/28/10-7/01/10

Like I said in the last post... we got here on Feb 28 and Nate left on March 2 for some training. He was gone for 1 month. So here I am in a new place with my girls, I knew no one and was feeling pretty overwhelmed, but I knew this is where I was suppose to be and was bound and determined to make this feel like home. I wanted to have everything unpacked and all set up before Nate got home because we only had a short time before he was going to be leaving. I busted my bum and got it all done. I didn't get any pictures of the upstairs, but I got our garage/pantry/backyard... lol. My poor girls wanted to play outside, but if you could only imagine where I lived... I was not letting them play out front.

The place was newer so that was nice, but the location was not so new. We had the smallest kitchen ever so we had to create a pantry system in the garage. It really didn't bother me except that it stunk horribly like the previous people kept animals out there. All in all I liked the place and thought I would be able to tough it out until Nater got home from Afghanistan, but nope... that didn't happen. Four days after he left 3 out of the 4 units got broken into. Mind you 2 of the families were home. I was awake and heard all kinds of noise, but thought nothing of it because my neighbors were extremely loud all hours of the night. As soon as I found out the next morning what had happened I called the property management and let them know I was leaving. That is just a short version of the story... it was not a pleasant experience let me tell ya. The ARMY was awesome... they had movers come pack me up and move me into a place on post with in 2 weeks. I was so thankful because at the time I was pretty nervous and was a little out of my mind.

We are definitely not in St. George anymore!!

Movin' to Fort Campbell...

2010-10-18T14:06:00.000-07:00

I feel like I have been so busy... I have missed updating our little blog. My hope is to be able to keep this up again. I am going to start from February until now so...

Everyone knows Nate joined the ARMY back in August of 2009. He went away for Basic Training and we didn't see him until Christmas Exodus. He then left for Airborne School... it was suppose to be for a couple of weeks, but turned into 2 months. We found out that we were being stationed at Fort Campbell and were OK with that until they dropped the BOMB on us. He was going to be deploying sometime between May 1 and the 15. I was of course devastated and didn't know what I was going to do. Everything in me wanted to stay in St. George, but Nate wanted us to move to Kentucky. After major melt downs etc... I decided to move to KY. With the help of family and friends, we were able to get our house all packed up. My mother in law and father in law helped us move our stuff ALL the way to Fort Campbell. It took us 3 days and was one interesting trip. I am one of the biggest wimps and I drove through tunnels, over bridges and in a pretty bad storm. I handled it all pretty well if I do say so myself. My girls were amazing... they really didn't complain the whole time.

We arrived in KY/TN on February 28. It had been almost 2 months since the girls and I had seen Nate. It was awesome to know that we were going to be a family again even if it was only for a couple of months.

Happy BiRtHDaY Kennerbug...

2010-07-01T23:47:00.000-07:00

I can't believe my BABY is 3 years old today!! She was so excited from the time she woke up until the time she went to bed... We woke up and had her fave breakfast (cinnamon pull apart bread) then headed out to let her pick out a gift and her cake. We were lucky to have Auntie Candice here visiting, but really wished Abby and Dom could of come with her.

We are also really missin' the DADDY on this special day, but know he is doing a great job protecting us!!

She picked this little dress out and Auntie Candice let her put it on in the store (Gotta love Auntie Candice). She was in Heaven!!

When we got to Wal-Mart, we couldn't decide on just one of the Princess cakes so we bought 4 (Ariel, Cinderella, Belle, and Tiana). They were adorable and tasted fantabulous!! Ariel was my FAVE... it was decorated so cute!!

As you can see, Kennedy enjoyed them very much...

After we ate cake and ice cream we headed over to Ci Ci's Pizza... Kennedy LOVES pizza and I knew she would pick it for dinner.

Kennerbug... I sure hope you enjoyed your day! We love you little lady!!

Happy BiRtHDaY Regs...

2010-03-13T23:19:00.000-08:00

The Big ol' 5

I am so sad, but yet very proud that my little/big girl is 5 today. I asked her what she wanted for her birthday and she kept telling me, "I donno." I made a couple of suggestions and one of them was gettin' here ears pierced. I was totally shocked when she said, "Momma, I want to get earrings." I told her that it would hurt and she still insisted. So we got our GPS out and found a Claire's.

We had such a fun day together (just us girls), but we really wished our Daddy was home to celebrate with us. He was at least able to call her and wish her a Happy Birthday. It made her day to here his voice... you should of seen her little face light up. Daddy is Reagan's best friend!!

We also made a trip to Wal-Mart so she could pick out a cake and some ice cream. She picked a cute little strawberry cake. It was actually really good!!

I think she had an OK birthday with her momma and sisser. Maybe next year we will know people and we can actually have a little party ;)

Proud to be an Army Wife...

2010-02-26T13:17:00.000-08:00

I wear no uniforms...

no Blues or Army Greens,

but I am in the Army...

in the ranks rarely seen.

I have no Rank upon my shoulders...

Salutes I do not give,

but the Military world...

is the place where I live.

I'm not in the Chain of Command...

orders I do not get,

but my Husband is the one who does...

this...

I can not forget.

I'm not the one who fires a weapon...

who puts my life on the line,

but my job is just as tough...

I'm the one left behind.

My husband is a Patriot...

a Brave and Pride Filled Man.

The call to serve his Country...

not all can understand.

Behind the lines...

I see the things...

NEEDED to keep this Country free.

My husband makes the sacrifice,

but so do our kids and me.

I love the man I married...

The Army is his life,

So I pledge to support my Hero...

and stand among the Silent Ranks...

known as...

The Army Wife!

-Unknown Author

This is AWESOME...

2010-01-21T11:51:00.000-08:00

I recieved this in an email... you have to check it out if you are a Twilight fan. It is Hilarious!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVy8Dr_SxWg

Peacock Anyone?...

2010-01-08T21:37:00.000-08:00

So I'm sittin in my car waiting for Regs to come out of Preschool and I notice this huge bird lookin thing sittin on this car in front of us. I decide to get out to see what the heck it was and got a little nervous cause I had no idea what it was. As I was tryin to get close to it... the teacher came out and said, "What are you doing?" I pointed over to the car and she told me it was a peacock and it just mills around all over the neighborhood... my girls thought it was the coolest thing ever so we took some pictures.

Pickin Up Our Soldier...

2009-12-17T21:11:00.000-08:00

The girls and I were so excited to be pickin the Daddy up from the Airport

We got the call early in the morning letting us know he would be there earlier than expected so we rushed down to Vegas to get him... The picture above was us gettin ready to head into the airport to get him. The girls were ecstatic!!

As he was comin down the escalator Reg's got pretty excited...

Kennedy on the other hand wasn't to sure for a minute, but warmed up really fast...

The happy fam finally together after almost 5 months...

We have 2 weeks with him and we will be stuck to him like glue until we drop him off to go back!!

Finally Got to See The Nater...

2009-12-10T21:40:00.000-08:00

There is no words to explain the excitement of seeing someone for the first time in 4 1/2 months. I had the biggest butterflies flyin around in my stomach. As soon as our eyes met each others both of our eyes filled up with tears of happiness. It felt so rewarding to put the blue cord on my 11 Bravos shoulder.

I can't tell ya how proud I am of my husband. He continues to amaze me everyday. We had a great couple of days together, but sure wished it could of been longer. He will be home in a couple of weeks for Christmas Exodus then he will head back for Airborne School. I can't wait to find out where our first Duty Station will be!!

This was our last picture together before we had to say good bye. We were headed to Church before he had to report back to the barracks...

Nate... we miss you beyond words and can't wait to spend a couple of weeks with you at Christmas time.

"I Like Dress Up, Mommy!"

2009-11-12T19:45:00.000-08:00

*She was talkin to her Daddy!

This is our little Dressin Up Queen! Reg's use to like to Dress Up, but not to the extent Kenndy does. Her life revolves around playing dress up. When ever we are going some where she will ask me, "Mommy do they have dress up?"

Kennedy... you are too much sometimes, but that is why you are soooo loved!

Halloween Festivities...

2009-10-31T23:32:00.000-07:00

We had such a fun night. I took the girls Trick or Treating for the first time this year... we had soooo much fun. We got to talk to our Dad for the first time since he left for the whole day! He was on the phone with us while we Trick or Treated so he was kind of with us....lol. We started out with the cousins at Auntie Carrie's and Uncle Shane's. The kids all looked so stinkin cute.

Our Visit with Beneva...

2009-10-18T21:09:00.000-07:00

I can't exactly remeber when Geneva came to visit us, but I know it has been a very long time since we have seen her and we miss her a ton!!! She came to spend the day with us and brought the girls some Princess Stickers. We went to Red Robin for lunch and had a really good visit with her. It was sure nice to see her and wished we could see her more often.

Geneva... thanks for the fun little gifts and lunch (it was yummy)! We miss you Lady!

The Tired Girl...

2009-10-12T07:24:00.000-07:00

Kennedy is just too much sometimes... she asks EVERY night if we can go to get an ice cream. This was one of the things we would do with Nate when he was home thus creating a horrible habbit...lol. Anyway I thought I would take them cause we hadn't been in such a long time, but as you can see she was too tired and was falling asleep while she was eating her's. It was the funniest thing to watch. She was asleep, but she just kept licking away.

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2009-10-11T13:15:00.000-07:00

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Papa's Pumpkins...

2009-10-08T22:21:00.000-07:00

Papa planted these little decorative pumpkins and decided to let the kids decorate them... they had a blast!

This is my niece Alexis...

And the Reggers...

and the Kennerbugs...

They turned out so cute and they were a hit thats for sure!

We also decided to make a little video for Natey...

Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs...

2009-10-08T22:17:00.000-07:00

Reg's really wanted to go and see this movie, but I new that Kennedy wouldn't sit through it. Usually my niece Alexis watches my kids and they are really comfortable with her, but Regs wanted Alexis and Tayler to go with us so I decided to see if my Father in Law would watch the Kennerbug. We watched it in 3D... movies are so fun now a days!!! We had a good time and we decided to go to Spoon Me afterwards... MMmm it was yummy! I had a good time with all the kiddos!

Kennedy wanted to be in the picture too so I let her wear my glasses!

sTaMpIn-Up lOvErS....

2009-09-22T15:09:00.000-07:00

My girlfriend is sellling some Stampin-up Stuff for pretty cheap so if you are interested check it out on Craigs List... http://stgeorge.craigslist.org/art/1385673173.html (St. George/Little Valley) and/or KSL.com... Stampin Up Stamps Offered @ Half Price (Some Are Retir...

Vegas Baby...

2009-09-16T22:25:00.000-07:00

We decided to go down and stay the weekend in Vegas. I was so ready for a change of scenery being as all I've done since Nater left is hang out at home. My Girl friend and her family have a Time Share down there and invited us to stay with them. It was amazing! I was in Heaven! It had 3 different pools and all kinds of things for the kiddos to do! We even got to have Matty Mo spend one night with us! We had a blast! One of the days while we were in town the kids and I went to a BBQ with some old friends. The kids had so much fun playin Rock Band and hangin out.

Yesi and Gene... Thank you so much for having us! We had so much fun!

Exclusive 'New Moon' Trailer Premiere

2009-09-14T09:55:00.000-07:00

OMGosh! I am SOOOOOOOOOO EXCITED for this movie! I think I just screamed when I watched this Trailer! Check it out for yourselves and if you are a Twilight Fan then you will love it! For those of you that aren't.... Well to bad for you!

Exclusive 'New Moon' Trailer Premiere

Pictures for Daddy...

2009-09-13T21:57:00.000-07:00

Our daddy wrote us and asked us to send him some pictures... so we decided to take some for him. As you can see the girls were very cooperative and cute ;)

Kennerbugs and the Regs... you are so dang cute! I can't believe how much you have grown!

"I'm Tellin on You, Mommy!"...

2009-09-08T21:43:00.000-07:00

This girl totally kills me. I don't know how many times I have had to ask her to help us clean up and she just sits and watches us. I bopped her on the head and she had a come apart...lol. All of a sudden I hear her talkin to her self and she was saying, "Daddy, my mom bonked me on my bean! That's not berry nice! That's not berry fair!" All I could do is bust up laughing!!! She had her little princess phone up to her ear just a tellin on me... I got the camera and told her to tell on me again, but she thought I was taking a picture so you can't really see what I saw and heard.

Awww... the joys of our Children! You gotta love them.

Kennerbug you are special sista!

Dev... We'll Miss You!

2009-09-07T12:56:00.000-07:00

I've debated all weekend about posting such a sensitive subject, but I just need to vent I guess. Today was a hard day because I spent it in Las Vegas at a funeral. Nate's cousin Devon passed away Friday afternoon. It was very unexpected. Dev was only 20 years old. I have had the hardest time understanding this all day. Dev was always the LIFE of the party. He was always joking and teasing. I love this kid to the moon and back and I know he knows that. I am so worried about how to tell Nate because he just sent me a letter wanting to reach out to Dev and I had just sent it to him on Friday morning. I know Dev is in a better place, but like I said it being so unexpected... I just wished I would have spent more time talking to him at Nate's going away party... I wished I would of said so many more things.

Dev,

You were one of the funniest people I knew! I have many happy and hilarious memories of you. Nate and I looked forward to the family Christmas Party's only to hang with you. You made them tolerable (No offence to anyone else). You will always hold a special place in our heart's and in our memories! We love you and we will truly Miss you!

Dev... until we meet again.

http://devon.groupbrown.com/

We're BaCk!!!

2009-09-04T18:10:00.000-07:00

Finally we are back in action around here...

I have had all these posts ready to post, but I wanted to post them with pics. So make sure you check underneath this post... I am sure I will be posting a lot for the next couple of days or weeks as I have plenty of time on my hands...lol!

Happy Birthday to Me...

2009-09-03T14:34:00.000-07:00

That's right... the big ol' 30! I sure wish my Natey could have been here, but my friends and family made up for it. My girlfriend Candice came up from Vegas. We went and had a massage...it was so nice to get away from the girls for the first time since Nate left and just relax. We giggled a couple of times like a couple of little teeny boppers, but it was so much fun. We went and had Bajios for lunch. Then my niece watched my girls while Diana, Carrie, Meg and Candice took me to dinner. I chose to go to Red Robin... it was yummy! When I picked up the girls from my Niece's house they wanted dessert so we headed over to Golden Spoon! It was the best Birthday!

Thanks girls for making it Special!

Much Love to All of You!!!

I wished I would of remembered to take some pictures... Next time!

Back to School...

2009-08-26T21:11:00.000-07:00

Matt started 7th grade and I think he really likes it... at least he sounds like he does. I sure wished I had a picture of him on his first day of school, but this was taken when he came to visit just a couple of weeks ago...

Reg's started her second year of preschool... she LOVES it.

Can't wait til next year when Kennedy can go to preschool. She is so bummed when Reg's gets out and goes into her class. She wants to go so bad!

Church Without Our Daddy...

2009-08-24T22:09:00.000-07:00

Oh how I don't miss this day... they looked so cute and I thought to myself I can handle this, but oh who in the heck was I kiddin. I thought this is going to be a good day... we were ready on time for the first time EVER and they were being so nice. If I wouldn't have had to teach I so would have left. They were so Naughty! I thought I could handle it, but apparently not. Since this day we had to revamp our Sunday plans and some days are better than others... ;) A lot of the times we have had to sit in the foyer, but at least we have made it right?!?

Just Us Girls...

2009-08-23T21:46:00.000-07:00

This was our first lunch without our daddy! We were really missin him at this point, but I guess this is the first of many! We better get use to it ;)
Any time I ask the girls where they want to go and eat they always pick Subway. We had a good time together and I realized it isn't going to be so bad to be with just the kiddos while Nate is away. People keep asking me if they can take the girls so I can have some time to myself, but I have realized I need them around me all the time because they are a peice of him and when they aren't around me I have a harder time with him being away.

Dora, Dora, Dora the Explora...

2009-08-21T21:34:00.000-07:00

We were at K-mart for what ever reason... I can't remember why anymore, but when we walked in the door the girls spotted this huge Dora and wanted to buy her. Obviously that wasn't going to happen so we just took some pictures. They love themselves some Dora!

Daddy Missed His Plane...

2009-08-16T22:55:00.000-07:00

Today has flew by so fast I am still in a spin! Nate left for SLC and then off to Fort Benning GA tomorrow.

Our day started off with taking our kiddos to Auntie Carrie and Uncle Shane's so Nate and I could listen to one of the Quorum of the 12 speak to us. There were a couple of different speakers and they all touched on things we needed to hear and know... it was nice to actually listen and understand the speakers at Church... lol! Afterwards Nate's family had his favorite dinner for him. We all got carried away talking and the next thing we knew we were all flying to get to the airport. We didn't make it in time and Nate missed his flight. What a great first impression right!?! Nate called his recruiter and told him that his Dad would just drive him up to SLC... so needless to say it all worked out! As for the girls and I... it has been such a long day the girls went right to bed and I am so tired... I am going to bed right now!

So... Good Bye for now!

Private Traveller's Going Away...

2009-08-04T14:29:00.000-07:00

We had a great time and it was so nice to have all of the Traveller's here at one time!

Our Disneyland Surprise...

2009-08-03T14:14:00.000-07:00

As you all know Nate is leaving August 16th for Basic Training. Dennis and Diana (Nate's Parents) decided to give us a going away/graduation gift and send us to Disneyland for 4 days and 3 nights. That's right... DISNEYLAND!!! When we found out we were floating on a cloud for days. We decided that we would just take the girls because Matty had been sooo many times and it wouldn't be very much fun for him to be squished in the car between two car seats and having to hang with the little girls doing all the little kid stuff. Josh and Meg (Nate's Little sister and husband) got us the nicest room at one of the Marriott's. We decided the trip was for the girls so we would let them set the tone and we would have no expectations. We wanted it to be as stress free as possible. We did Disney and California for 2 of the days and went to Newport and Hunnington Beach the other 2 days. The girls had a blast. While we were at Disney and California... we had lunch with the Princesses. The food was pretty dang good and I would have to say worth every penny because we got so much accomplished...lol!

This is us at the Beach on the last day in Cali...

This is us riding the Dumbo ride!

Dennis, Diana, Meg and Josh... you all totally RoCk!!!

Thank you!

The Big 2...

2009-07-01T19:28:00.000-07:00

We had a fun day with the family!

Happy Birthday Little Miss Kennerbug. We Love Ya!

Blog With Drawls...

2009-06-23T16:47:00.000-07:00

I am having MAD with drawls. I can't wait until I have internet at my house so I can post pictures and talk about all that has been going on around here. Stay tuned for now I guess!

Going Private...

2009-05-19T14:53:00.001-07:00

We still don't have internet at home, but I do check up on everyone when I have a minute. Nate and I talked and we decided to go private for a while so leave your email addresses so I can invite ya...

Thanks!

* I will wait for a couple of days to get everyone's addresses!

"I Tough As Nails!"...

2009-05-08T19:14:00.000-07:00

So Reagan and Kennedy were takin a bath and Nate came home early. I was gettin them ready for the day and I was going to meet one of my girl friends for a Spoon Me (I was so lookin forward to it too). Anyway, when Nate walked in the bathroom the girls got all excited and Reg's tried to get out of the tub when all of a sudden she slipped and hit the edge of the tub. She didn't even make a peep, but I saw it as her head went back. Nate did too and he just said, "Lish be calm." I almost got sick and I felt a little woosy. Needless to say we took a trip down to the ER where they gave her a shot and stitched her up. She didn't cry one time through out this whole thing. When she was all done she looked at her dad and said, "Daddy... I tough as nails!" I am so thankful for the great job they did. It was a pretty clean cut, but man was it sick and wrong. I could see the bone when she did it.

Reg's you are one tough cookie!

Don't Forget About Us...

2009-04-13T09:27:00.000-07:00

We are turning off our Internet for a short time and hope to be back in December or January... So don't forget us! I might be able to post here and there from other sources so check back every once in a while. I will keep checking all of yours as I love to see how you are all doing!

Much Love to All of You!

Growin Up...

2009-04-08T21:25:00.000-07:00

Our little Reg's looks so grown up with her short hair. I was so scared to cut it, but now I wish I would of done it a while ago. She loves it and she lets me do it every day. She tells everyone she looks like Dora!

Reg's you look so pretty and we love your new hair cut!

Private Traveller...

2009-04-01T12:24:00.001-07:00

I can finally breath knowing what Nate will be doing... his job title is Field Artillery Surveyor. He won't be directly in harms way if he is to deploy. I am at ease knowing what the plan is for now... so he got his job picked and he leaves August 3 for Basic in Oklahoma. He will be gone for 4 months without us :( When he comes back it will only be to get us and to take us to an Air Force Base (we won't know which one until half way through Basic) for some more training. We will only be there for 2-4 months and from there we will be stationed somewhere... once again, we won't know until half way through Basic where we are going, but I will keep everyone posted! So until then...

TO BE CONTINUED...

David Archuleta & the After ParrrTay....

2009-03-25T08:41:00.000-07:00

I have one of the GREATEST friends in the ENTIRE Universe!!! Last week my girl friend, Yesi called me to tell me she had an extra ticket for the David Archuleta Concert, but she wasn't for sure if her son was still wanting to go or not. I thought to myself... I won't get my hopes up, but there is a possibility that I am going, YEEEAAA!!! Anyway needless to say he decided not to go and so she took me... YESI I LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK... LOL! I had an absolute BLAST! (Can you tell I don't get out a whole lot)? We then went to the After Party and I had sooo much fun. I got to meet David Osmond and his cute pregnant wife. They were totally the sweetest people!

Taylor Vaifanua from American Idol Season 8 (How totally cool is that). She was so kind as well.

We met David Archuleta's Brother (Daniel), his Father, and David's band. It was a Blast!

*Daniel Archuleta

(Not the best Pic, but you get an idea... lol)

Yesi... You made my Year ;)

*I videoed the whole concert just about, but this is one of my faves so...

It's OFFICIAL...

2009-03-24T18:55:00.000-07:00

We are OFFICIALLY a Military Family!!! That's right... Nate joined the ARMY. It might sound cRaZy to most, but this is something Nate has talked about since we were dating. I would just tell him that I don't think I could handle being a Military wife. Let me just tell everyone now... I am done saying NEVER because I have learned in the past 6 years that every time I say "I won't" or "I'll NEVER"... it has come to pass and Heavenly Father has let me know there is more to come and I have survived it all... lol. I am looking forward to the change and challenges that come along with it all. Nate and I have Faith that we will be safe and this is where we are suppose to go. I will keep everyone updated with where we are going and when... so until I get more info...

TO BE CONTINUED...

Easter Pics...

2009-03-24T15:22:00.000-07:00

Our Grammy had to have some Easter Pictures of the grandkids. She purchased them all clothes a while back. All of the girls had matching Dresses and the boys had matching ties. I can't wait to see the pictures all done... I think they will be so cute. I sure wished my Matty Mo was going to be in them. It seems like we always miss him by a couple of days or weeks :( I snapped all of these pics before they left to get the Pictures done. I wasn't able to go with so our Daddy took them to the photo shoot. I sure hope they turn out OK.

The Bug Man...

2009-03-24T15:09:00.000-07:00

Our Bug Man is the nicest guy ever... After he was done spraying the inside and outside of the house he brought the girls back up some toys. After they got done picking their toys he asked Reagan if she wanted a lizard. Of course she was like "YEA!" I stood there waiting for him to give her a toy lizard and he touched his pocket and this thing came flying out. Needless to say Regs and I were screaming and jumping all over... I am sure Andrew got a kick out of watching us... lol! Thank goodness he caught the lizard in a hurry because he wasn't leaving until he found it! Regs got a total kick out of the whole thing!!! Thanks Andrew!

Bella Soles Shoe Party...

2009-03-24T14:43:00.000-07:00

My sister in law (Lauren) and I went to a Garage/Clearance sale in Hurricane a couple of weekends ago for Bella Soles Shoes. We were so excited about all the cute shoes, sunglasses and handbags that Lauren decided to host a shoe party at my house. It was lots of fun and she had a Great turn out. She got her FREE pair of shoes just for having 10 people show up... they didn't even have to purchase anything. I think that is GREAT incentive. I am thinking of hosting one in a couple of weeks. So here is what ya missed if you didn't make it :P

These are the cute shoes I got at the Garage/Clearance sale for 5.00! Kennedy is modeling them for ya...

One Of My New Faves...

2009-03-24T14:33:00.000-07:00

Ok... Anyone that knows me well, knows I love Pancakes. I usually make a couple of batches at a time and freeze them for quick usage ;). Any way I was at Costco a couple of months ago and they were sampling these yummy pancakes. I was a little skeptical at first until I tasted them so I thought I would give them a try. I usually never buy Pancake mix... we make them from scratch, but let me tell ya... I'm pretty impressed with these pancakes. I really like them and my family loved them as well! A new staple in my home... at least until Costco stops carrying them... lol!

March Visiting Teaching...

2009-03-24T07:09:00.000-07:00

I decided to make something for the families I visit teach and a couple of the neighbors. I thought they turned out so cute I wanted to post some pictures. I made my "White Chocolate Popcorn", but the Leprechaun touched them and turned the popcorn "GREEN"... lol!

My mother in law came up with the idea to put the popcorn in the hats.

Leprechaun... wHaT???

2009-03-24T06:58:00.000-07:00

We woke up to a house full of "GREEN"!!! The Leprechaun had touched everything in our house... it was cRaZY!!! Regs just wanted to spank his "LIL LIL BUM"!

He even left us some gifts which I found rather odd... lol!

What a fun and cRAzY St. Patty's Day!

Hope Everyone had a Fun and Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Birthday at Pre-School...

2009-03-24T06:42:00.000-07:00

Regs was so excited to be able to celebrate her Birthday at School with her class. All she could talk about was how she wanted to take cup cakes to school and they had to be Strawberry... lol.

Check her out... she kept telling "Kenneny" she couldn't touch them. They were for her friends at school... lol. She was so afraid to get a picture because she thought Kennedy would come and try to touch them. What a stink!
When I picked her up from school she tells me...

Regs: "Mommy... Girls and Boys love my cup cakes!"

Mommy: "They did... how do you know?"

Regs: "Cause they say mmmm... Delicious!"

Kids are to funny!

Reagan's 4th Birthday...

2009-03-24T06:20:00.000-07:00

*My Little 4 Year Old

3/13/05

We didn't do a whole lot this year, but it was still a blast. We decided to have just a little birthday with the family instead of the whole spread. The only person we missed the most at her birthday was our Matty Mo. We sure wished he could of been here.

Regs just had to have a "Strawberry Birthday"! Our Gram is the BEST and she made it happen!

All of the cousins came, but we only got a picture with Ethan and Kate... These kids are the cuttest!!!

And I made the Cake... it wasn't anything Special, but she loved it!

All in all I think she had a great Birthday... or at least I would like to hope ;)

This Is Why I Don't Blog Anymore...

2009-03-24T05:45:00.000-07:00

Well... I decided to go in and blog (thinking I was safe). I thought my girls were entertained for the moment, but I was wrong. Kenners is at the phase of "What can I destroy in a hurry?" I have so much to blog about, but often don't have a minute to do it. I have been to tired to come in and do it when they go to bed anymore so I have just been slackin'!!! Anyway... this is what I came out to the other night when I was blogging the last couple of posts. As you can see she has climbed up on the chair to reach my purse and dumped it all out. She pulled out every card in my wallet and threw my coupons all over the place... she was just livin' it up. As I came around the corner it was panic mode and she tried to destroy as fast as she could... I guess you had to be here to understand what I am talking about... lol. All I could do was laugh. What is it with our kids... She is such a stink, but I just love her to pieces!!!

These Girls...

2009-03-22T20:42:00.000-07:00

These pictures are from 2 months ago. I had my visiting teaching to do and it ended up on a day that Regs was out of school so she got to come with me. I had been telling her for a couple of days that I had to go visiting teaching and she would have to be on her best behavior and help me with the Kennerbug. I wake up to this:

Regs: "Hurry up Mom we need baths and we need our clothes."

Mom: "OK Reagan, lets eat breakfast and then get in the bath."

Regs: "Mommy... we don't have time for this, you need to hurry up."

Mom: "Regs we have pleanty of time."

Regs: "Mommy we don't have pleanty of time. We need to hurry or we gonna be late."

Mom: "Regs what are you talking about?"

Regs: "Mommy thats what you always say."

All I could do was laugh. She is a Mini-Lishie and it is SCARY! The things we do and say that we don't realize they pick up on. I am always in a hurry in my mind, but really I'm in a hurry to do nothing as my husband says... lol. We need to slow down some days and take it all in... see I am still trying to convince myself... lol.

She was such a big helper when we went to the homes of the women I teach. I am always so shocked at her manners when we are somewhere else. Regs... Thanks for all of you help "Sis"!!!

Star of the Week...

2009-03-22T20:25:00.000-07:00

I am a huge slacker, but I have a great explanation... I have been SOOOOO BUSY!!! Reagan was Star of the Week last month and let me tell ya it made her week. She got to take treats for the class and they focused on her and her family for the week. I think she got some other special attention and Regs loves "SPECIAL" attention (I don't know where she got that ;D). She took her Tinkerbell dolly for show and tell as you can see her poking out of her back pack behind her... lol. What a special little girl Nate and I have on our hands... Reggy Regs... We LOVE You tons!!!

Twilight BABY...

2009-03-21T21:53:00.000-07:00

*The Cullen's*

*My Edward...he he he!

Does everyone have the "Twilight" movie yet?!? If not you better go and get it! I am so excited to watch it in the comfort of my own little house...whenever I want to he he! I ordered it along time ago from Amazon and because they new it wouldn't be here the day it came out they sent me a code so I could watch it on Amazon on demand. Nate and I watched it and to my surprise he really enjoyed it and said he looks forward to the next one! I can honestly say the more I see it the more I like it!

*This is one of my favortie pictures of Edward...I love his smile!

*They couldn't have picked a more perfect Bella...I think she is so cute.

Before you leave me comments telling me to get a life... I am proud to be a TWERD!!!

TO BE CONTINUED...

2009-03-07T07:14:00.000-08:00

Due to some hardships right now...I won't be able to update the blog as often as I would like. As you can already see I haven't been keeping up on it as I use to, but stay tuned as there are some "BIG" changes headed our way.

TO BE CONTINUED.....

Banky (Blankey)...

2009-02-19T22:26:00.000-08:00

I almost had it in the washer without her seeing me, but Nate called my name and she caught me red handed. I ran and put it in as fast as I could because the thing was disgusting...lol. Watch the video to see for yourself how much she loves her "Banky"

My Daughter Colored On My Homework, I Swear...

2009-02-19T22:18:00.000-08:00

LOL...this was so funny. Nate had an assignment, it was to color this thing for biology. He put it on the table and got the coloring box down, then he walked away...helloooooo you don't ever walk away from the coloring box with children around he he he! Anyway I was on the computer (where I am most of the time ;) ) and he was talking to me. After a long while we realized it was awfully quiet so we went to check on Reagan (Kennedy was down for her nap). This is what we found...

Mommy: "Regs what ya doin?"

Regs: "Mommy I just helpin Dads homework. I do a good job Mommy."

Mommy: " Yes you have."

Needless to say we were dying laughing!!! Aren't kids the most innocent little things?!? Nate took it in to the teacher and asked if he could get another one...the teacher said she did a good job for a 3 year old.

Our Bunny Friend...

2009-02-19T22:12:00.000-08:00

We noticed a whole bunch of bunny poo all around our front lawn...we thought it was odd because it seemed like everyday there was more and more. Well, I went in to get Kennedy the other morning and opened her blinds and look who I found in our front yard...

Regs just loves her/him. We throw all of our half eaten apples out there and sure enough they will be gone. How fun huh!

Snow Day in Pine Valley...

2009-02-19T21:33:00.000-08:00

My mother-in-law planned this fun day and my brother-in-law had a connection for the cabin. We had a great time talkin and hangin out!

Fun in Las Vegas...

2009-02-19T20:46:00.000-08:00

Nate and I woke up a couple of weeks ago and decided to drive down to Vegas and take the girls to the Shark Reef Aquarium at the Mandalay Bay. I had been before, but not with any of my kids so I thought they would love it. We drove down and went straight over to the Shark Reef. What a fun experience...the girls had a blast. We couldn't believe how dead the casino was. I have never seen any casinos as slow as it was on that day!

After the Shark Reef we decided to go have lunch at the Cheese Cake Factory in the Forum Shops. They got us right in, I couldn't believe it. This was our first time eating at The CCF in the Forum because usually it was so packed and like hour waits. MMMmmm...it was so good! After lunch we decided to walk through the Forum and watch the statue show. Regs thought it was pretty cool, all the fire and stuff. We passed FAO Shwartz as we were going to eat and the girls wanted to go in, but we told them they would have to wait until after we ate. So we took them in and let me tell you...we had a blast. We were in there forever, check this video out. They were so cute...

There was a couple of guys that were playing this thing it was so cool...I wish I would of got them on video!

As we were leaving Regs found this Wubbzy dolly and had to have it...can you say RIP OFF!!! Oh well, we had a good time!

I Got Tagged... NEXT!

2009-02-18T07:40:00.001-08:00

1. Put your music library on shuffle.

2. For each question, press the next button to get your answer.

3. YOU MUST WRITE THAT SONG TITLE DOWN NO MATTER HOW SILLY IT SOUNDS!

4. Tag 10 friends who might enjoy doing this. Post a comment on their blog that says "You've been tagged! See my blog for details."

1) IF SOMEONE SAYS, "IS THIS OKAY," YOU SAY? ... I Don't Care - Fall Out Boy

2) WHAT WOULD BEST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONALITY? ... America's Suitehearts - Fall Out Boy

3) WHAT DO YOU LIKE IN A GUY/GIRL? ... Church - Teddy Verseti
4)HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY? ... Desperate - David Archuleta
5) WHAT IS YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE? ... Just Dance - Lady Gaga
6) WHAT IS YOUR MOTTO? ... One Step at a Time - Jordin Sparks

7) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR PARENTS? ... isn't this so true... Prayin' For Daylight - Rascal Flatts
8) WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT VERY OFTEN? ... he he... If I Were a Boy - Beyonce
9) WHAT IS 2+2? ... 1,2,3,4 - Plain White T's
10) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR BEST FRIEND? ... Miss Independant - Ne Yo
11) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE PERSON YOU LIKE? ... Kiss Kiss - Chris Brown
12) WHAT IS YOUR LIFE STORY? ... I'm Movin' On - Rascal Flatts
13) WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP? ... Pocketful of Sunshine - Natasha Bedingfield
14) WHAT DO YOU THINK WHEN YOU SEE THE PERSON YOU LIKE? ... Still Feels Good - Rascal Flatts

15) WHAT DO YOUR PARENTS THINK OF YOU? ... yea right... Lucky - Jason Mraz
16) WHAT WILL YOU DANCE TO AT YOUR WEDDING? ... Love Song - Sara Bareilles
17) WHAT WILL THEY PLAY AT YOUR FUNERAL? ... LOL...Get Up - Ciara
18) WHAT IS YOUR HOBBY/INTEREST? ... Paper Planes - M.I.A
19) WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST SECRET? ... are you kidding me... I Kissed a Girl - Katy Perry
20) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR FRIENDS? ... this is so not the case... Irreplaceable - Beyonce
21) WHAT WILL YOU POST THIS AS? ... NEXT!

I tag: Claire Scott, Julie Hinton, Lorraine Carpenter, Emily Chamberlin, Kari Finley, Shauna Barrow, Jessica Nelson, Talea Hollingshead, Sherri Mohlman and Shantiel Mendenhall....awww what the heck Jenny Sharp too.

Matt's Valentine Project...

2009-02-15T22:48:00.000-08:00

I was so proud of my Matty Mo! He wanted to get his dad and Jen something for Valentines and I told him lets make something. To me it's just so nice to get homemade gifts from my children! Anyway I made a few suggestions and he ran with them. We made my White Chocolate Popcorn, but he suggested we add some red food coloring to make it pink. I had some left over M&Ms from Christmas so he sorted them and we added some red M&Ms to the bag. He looked up some lyrics to a song that reminded him of them and we posted them on the front of the bag. Then he decided to make a CD with the song on it and nothing else. I helped him decorate the front of the CD case, but he really came up with all of the ideas himself. He was just as proud of himself as I was of him! I hope they liked it.

Valentines Day...

2009-02-15T22:19:00.000-08:00

I decided this year I was going to surprise Nater with his favorite dinner and dessert, but Valentines Day fell on a Saturday and I new there was no way I could surprise him so I thought I would do it on Friday. Well, Wednesday I got a call from Matty Mo asking if he could come stay until Friday afternoon because his Dad and Jen were going up to the Brian Head cabin. They wanted me to meet them in Cedar on Friday afternoon to drop Matty off so he could go up and snowboard. So needless to say I started re-thinking my surprise. So I got it all rearranged and then Friday morning Jen called and said Matty could stay another night. I just figured I would do what I could and make Valentines somewhat special. So Saturday morning we got up and ready. I thought we would make it a family day, but Nater didn't really want to travel so my sister-in-law, myself and Regs all went. Lauren showed us this cute little store that I will probably visit all the time now when I go. Regs found this cute little "Wonder Pet- Ming Ming"...

and we got Kenners "Periwinkle" from Blue's Clues. When we got back into town I dropped Regs off so Lauren and I could go to a couple of the Parade of Homes. We decided to check out the one in my neighborhood. I am a sucker for twilight and I had herd that they had a twilight themed room. Sure enough, check this out...

When I got home I made Nate his favorite dinner "Beef Stroganoff" and his favorite dessert "Brownies" (I cut them into Hearts and sifted powdered sugar over them).

We ate a candle lit dinner with our girls and then we gave gifts...all in all I would say it turned out just great!

Look who I took a picture with on Valentines Day...lol!

Paying it Forward...

2009-02-05T10:54:00.000-08:00

The Rules are...

1. Be one of the first THREE bloggers to leave a comment on this post, which then entitles you to a handmade item from me.

2. Winners, you must post this challenge on your blog, meaning that you will Pay It Forward, creating a handmade gift for the first THREE or (however many people you want to pay it forward to) blogger's who leave a comment on YOUR post about this giveaway!

3. The gift that you send to your THREE Friends can be from any price range and you have 365 days to make/ship your item. This means you should be willing to maintain your blog at least until you receive your gift and have shipped your gifts. And, remember: It’s the Spirit and the Thought That Count!

4. When you receive your gift, please feel free to blog about it, sharing appropriate Linky Love!If you are not one of the Top THREE Commenter's on this post, you can still play along. Please take the button and post it on your blog; start your own Pay It Forward chain, and encourage your blogging friends to do the same!

Good Luck...and remember I have 365 days...lol!

Feedin' Our Families...

2009-02-04T13:26:00.000-08:00

For those of you looking for new recipes...you need to check out this blog. I can't remember how I found it, but she has some yummy recipes. Another one is Apron Antics http://apronantics.blogspot.com/ this is a friend of mine who started a recipe blog and she has some awesome recipes as well.

Any way...just thought I would throw this out there for those of you that are always trying to think of something new to make like me ;)

GOOD LUCK!

American Idol in SLC...

2009-02-03T15:17:00.000-08:00

They held auditions in SLC and look who showed up...(David Osmond)

I really liked his voice and I think he just may go far in this competition, not to mention he is totally HOT! ;)

This girl, (Taylor V) is from Hurricane. I really liked her voice as well, but mostly I will be cheering her on because she is from right here in our back yard. ;)

I am so excited for all the good stuff to start ;)

Nate, Happy Valentines...

2009-01-30T22:14:00.000-08:00

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Alisha Swan....What!?!

2009-01-26T11:52:00.000-08:00

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American Idol Season 8...

2009-01-22T16:19:00.000-08:00

OK OK...I'm a little late as AI started a couple of weeks ago, but I just wanted to let everyone know who my fave is so far.....

Drum Roll Please....

His name is Danny Gokey. His story was touching! I also really liked Michael Castro (Jason from last Season's Brother)...he has a great voice as well.

Looking forward to more AI...whoooo hoooo!

To The Love of My LiFe...

2009-01-15T19:31:00.001-08:00

OK...I saw this on another blog I follow and totally had to copy her. As soon as I heard this song I totally thought of my Awesome Natey!

Nate, I know you will think I am craZy, but I love you!!!

Plain White T's- 1234 with Lyrics - Click here for more home videos

2 Movies in One Night...

2009-01-01T11:26:00.001-08:00

*This is Matt getting us some refills for the second movie...

Matt and I brought in the New Year at the movie theatre. I had decided to take Matty to see Twilight last night and we both LOVED it. I have seen it once before and was really disappointed in it, but last night gave me a whole new perspective. Yes it was corny in some parts, but I LOVED it. I think Matty really liked it as well.

We ended up meeting my sister in law, Lauren and her mother Wendy at the theatre. They saw Twilight with us and after we decided (since there was nothing else to do) we would see another movie. We ended up seeing Yes Man. It was hilarious, but you have to be a Jim Carey fan or I was just so tired...I'm not to sure. I was a little embarrassed on a couple of parts because I had to cover Matty's ears and eyes...I don't recommend taking your kids to see Yes Man. We really had a great night.

I am always complaining to Nate for not taking me to the movies, but I am movied out...Not really, but I have seen 5 movies this month! I am spoiled...lol. Nate...thank you so much for watching the girls. I love you!!! I would have to say this was one of my better New Year's.

Matty I enjoyed hangin' with ya son!

Happy New Year Everyone

AArRrRRrrGGGggg Matey...

2008-12-30T22:51:00.000-08:00

For those of you that haven't been to Pirate Island Pizza...you NEED to go. It was so much fun and the food was pretty good. We had the spicy chicken and blue cheese pizza. I really liked it and I think Nate did too. The Kiddos had a blast of course because there is an Arcade and a little play place. The atmosphere is amazing...when you walk in the door it reminded me of the Pirates of the Caribbean at Disney Land. Our server was very patient with us and very nice. We had a great night and look forward to going back.

Just Havin Some Fun...

2008-12-24T12:31:00.000-08:00

Merry CHRISTmas...

2008-12-22T12:26:00.001-08:00

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What an Eventful Weekend...

2008-12-21T23:13:00.000-08:00

Man...it has been CRAZY around here. I feel so bad for my Brother and Sister in Law. They had their home broken into and robbed on Friday. Thank our Sweet Lord...they caught the 2 boys that did it and my Brother and Sister in Law were able to get most of their stuff back, but what a horrible thing to have to go through...especially right before Christmas! On top of this...we all usually get together and go around to see each other's trees. Well, we had it planned for Sunday evening, but my Mother in Law had to work, the thing with Meg and Josh's house and a couple of other things so we all thought it was canceled. We ended up meeting at my Mother and Father in Laws place for dinner and decided we were going to go ahead with it even though we were missing a few of us...We ate dinner and the kids were in playing in Papa's office when my Nephew started crying. My Brother in Law went in to check on him and OMGosh...he had an allergic reaction to cashews. It was awful to see my Nephew like that. They ended up taking him to the ER. So...like I said...what an eventful weekend. I'm happy to report Ethan is fine...when he got home from the ER we were all at his house waiting for him and the first thing he asked for was a donut. He is too cute!

E E...we are so glad you are OK and we love ya dude!

I did managed to get a few pictures...This is my Brother and Sister in Law's (Shane and Carrie) tree...it is so pretty.

Here's a picture of our tree:

and I wish I would of thought to take a picture of Josh and Meg's tree because it was so cute!

Madagascar 2 was Crack-a-Lackin...

2008-12-18T23:04:00.000-08:00

I took Reagan to see Madagascar 2. It was really cute and she loved it of course. I just love that she sits through the whole movie and I have a new movie partner...even if it is just animated movies. Anyone who knows me very well, knows I LOVE the movies!

Reagan thought it was so fun to wear our PJ's to the movies. It was snowy and all wet so I thought...what the heck, lets go in our PJ's. We had lots of fun!

Regs...Mommy loves hangin with ya!

Playin in the Snow...

2008-12-18T10:24:00.001-08:00

Look at these cute girls...they woke up this morning to a whole lot of snow! Kenners wasn't to impressed with it, but Regs had a BLAST!!!

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas...

2008-12-18T07:56:00.000-08:00

Look at how pretty our little house looks...all decorated with snow...I love it!!!
"Big Red" is going to struggle when Nate goes to start him up today...lol!

I am absolutely LOVING this weather. I love the snow...it's beautiful!!! Check these pictures out...I couldn't believe how much stuck to the ground. Can you tell I'm from Vegas...and I've not seen much snow in my life...lol. We took these couple of pictures last night. The pictures at the top are from this morning.

Dad (William N. Hilderscheid, Billy) Thinking about you at Christmas time...

2008-12-15T22:18:00.000-08:00

Around the Christmas table

there's an empty chair this year...

The precious smile is missing

of someone we still hold dear.

And yet our hearts are hopeful,

though the season's bittersweet,

Because we know the one we love

has filled another seat.

For another banquet table

abounds with joy and love

For those who've made the journey

to be with our Lord above.

-Unknown Author

* These Pictures were taken on Christmas Eve 2005.

This season, may you celebrate the Faith that is the heart of Christmas, the Hope that lies ahead in Heaven, and the Love of those we hold in our arms and in our memories.

Much Love,

The Traveller Family

Nate, Alisha, Matt, Reagan and Kennedy

Reagan Sneakin' Snacks...

2008-12-15T09:16:00.000-08:00

The other night Nate and got the kids in bed...he went to study and I was watching the TV. I heard Reagan come out on quietly open the pantry door and quietly grab something then quietly go running down the hall. I waited a few minutes...then I heard the crumble of a bag so I grabbed the camera and headed down the hall to find her eating chips in her bed. This is a BIG no no in our house and my kids know it. We don't leave the kitchen with food.

Look at her try to give me the look. She is such a little stinker sometimes. She told me, "Mommy...Reagan was hungry. Look mommy...I don't have crumbs in my bed." She knew what I was going to say. She was real quick to take the chips out to the counter of course. I just laughed and Nate just said, "How do you like dealing with yourself?" He swears she just like me, but I don't believe it for one minute...lol.

Reg's...Mommy loves you tons!

Kennedy's Love for Shoes...

2008-12-15T08:54:00.000-08:00

Every time we turn around this girl has Mommy's or Reagan's shoes on. I don't know what it is with my girls, but so far both have them have just loved shoes. Reagan use to sleep with a pair of her shoes on and the rest of them in her crib with her. I wished I would of taken some pictures of it because there were nights when she had a pile in the corner of her crib. I thought it was the weirdest thing ever. Then Kennedy has started this shoe fetish. What can I say...Girl's after mine own heart...lol!

Our Big Girl Moved to a Booster...

2008-12-14T10:00:00.000-08:00

Where does the time go? I know I say this all the time, but I just don't know what is going on around me. I guess I better start enjoying every minute because it just keeps passin by. One minute Kennedy is in a highchair and the next she is in the booster wanting to sit next to all of us. My baby just isn't a baby anymore.

Kennedy...we love you "Big Girl"!!!

Kenner's First Sickness...

2008-12-14T09:40:00.000-08:00

Kennedy has been coming down with something for 2 weeks now and it finally hit the hardest Monday night. This is the first time she has been sick so I can't complain to much, but the poor girl couldn't breath through her nose. Let me tell ya...when my girls can't breath through their noses, it's not a good night in the Traveller house because they both suck their fingers. Kennedy wouldn't sleep at all so Nate and I took shifts on Tuesday night. I think from no sleep for nearly 24 hours she finally crashed when it was my turn to sit with her and Nate took these pictures of us.

I tried to get up and do some dishes, but she would follow me and just ball...it was really sad. She just laid down on the floor behind me and fell asleep on the tile. We kept taking pictures of Kennedy so Reg's wanted her picture taken too.

I sure hope we are almost over this mess...Reg's is just starting to get the fever.

Mom and Regger's Date...

2008-12-13T23:13:00.000-08:00

I decided to take Reg's on a date today. We went to see the movie Bolt. I thought it was really good, but take it for what it's worth because I love all of the Disney movies! Reagan loved it...she keeps telling everyone, "I go to the show to see Bolk and Mitten's." She thought it was the coolest thing to be at the "Show" eating popcorn. She sat really good and watched the whole thing. When it was over and we were getting up to leave she started to cry...I asked her what was the matter and she said, "I want to watch it again. I no want to go home!" So I guess our date was a success and we'll have to do it again real soon! I'm so excited...I have a new movie partner ;) My husband won't go and I just love to go to the movies!!!

Reg's...Mommy had a fun time with you!

Snack of Choice...

2008-12-12T22:58:00.000-08:00

Kennedy LOVES Cheetos!!! I was cleaning up and came out to find her walking around the house with a bag of Cheetos. Mind you the bag was bigger than her. I wanted to kick Nathan's bum because he knows the rule...NO FOOD OUT OF THE KITCHEN!!! Why is it only Mom enforces the rule? It's no wonder why my kids like him better than me...lol.

Santa Baby...

2008-12-11T22:31:00.000-08:00

I took the girls to see Santa at the Dickens Festival, but I didn't get their pictures taken because Kennedy wouldn't let me go. I knew we would be seeing him again at George Washington Academy so I thought I would get their pictures then...Well, Kennedy has been sick so I wasn't able to take her with us. Reg's and I headed of to see him and when we got there the line was out the door. We stood in line for 55 minutes and it was so worth it. Reg's was so excited to see him. She asked him for a BIG Tinkerbell dolly. I sure hope he can find her one ;)

I hope EVERYONE has a Merry Christmas!

Our Fun Filled Day...

2008-12-06T22:52:00.000-08:00

We started the day off with a ward Christmas breakfast. It was tons of fun, but I'm bummed I didn't take my camera. I hope one of the sister's will email me some pictures. We met some more people in our ward...that's always nice. We just kind of hide out in the back, but we must not have been doing a very good job because I did get called to the Nursery...lol. Actually I look forward to a new calling. I have never served in the Nursery and I think it will help Kennedy anyway. She gets to go in with me as Reagan goes out to be a Sunbeam.

After our ward breakfast we headed over to Russel and Rae Ann's Wedding. It was really pretty. I am excited for the both of them and wish them nothing but great happiness.

Then off to Tayler's Baptism...what an exciting time in a little person's life. My sister in law had a dinner after his baptism where we got to mingle with family and friends...it was really nice to catch up and just see everyone. I sure wished I would of brought my camera for this fun filled day. I didn't take it to any of the events.

After the Baptism...I had the opportunity to see Alexis (my Niece) perform in her Christmas Show. I am impressed with the talent and the Dance Studio. She did an amazing job. I just wished we could convince Reagan to go poop in the potty so she could start dance.

What a busy day, but tons of fun.

Mom's Day Out...

2008-11-29T20:20:00.000-08:00

I decided I needed a day by myself...man it is nice to do this sometimes ;). Anyway...Nate kept the girls and I went over to Santa's Workshop and did a little Christmas shopping. When I got home Reg's came running to me tellling me all about "Kenneny go sleep on the floor by her bed!" I looked at Nate kind of puzzled so he told me to look at the camera. This is what I found...

Nate said he was watching football and realized he hadn't heard much of the baby so he'd better go check on her...(DUH!) He said he walked back to her room and she was asleep. She had been trying to get her "lanky" through the bars of the crib and couldn't get it so she just laid down as close as she could and went to sleep. Isn't she just sweet ;)

Gettin' Out of the House...

2008-11-28T22:54:00.000-08:00

Well, it is Friday after Thanksgiving and Nate was a little stir crazy so we decided to venture out for a little while. As we were getting the car all packed up to leave the girls were playing in the garage. I forget Reagan knows how to open all of the car doors and she thinks this is so cool. When Nate and I came out Kennedy was in the car just hangin out...lol while Reagan was ridding her bike around and around the car.

We went over to Santa's Workshop (we walked in and right back out)...there was noway we were going to make it up and down the isles with the double stroller. It was packed...what were we thinking going out on Black Friday. We headed over to the mall and walked around for a minute...I have never seen our mall that packed in the 5 years I have lived here. We stayed out and about all day long and the kids were pretty good considering how crazy it was. Nate suggested we go see if Marv's was busy. When we got there we noticed this new pizza place (Pirate Island Pizza). Nate went to check it out and said I needed to come in and see it. I got the baby and we all went in...it is soooo AWESOME!!!! The wait was 2 1/2 hours so we didn't stay, but the place is totally cool. Needless to say we ate at Marv's. After dinner the kids were beyond tired. Nate's ritual is to stop at Dairy Queen when the baby is crying because he knows he won't hear another peep out of her the rest of the way home. We had a great day as a family...we just needed our Matty Mo with us and it would of been complete.

Thanksgiving Dinner...

2008-11-27T22:06:00.001-08:00

We alternate family's every year and this year was the year where all the kids go to the in-laws. My mom doesn't USUALLY do anything, but this year she called us the day before and told us she was making a big dinner. I was pretty bummed and really wanted to go, but we already had plans with Nate's family so we hung around here. Plus I didn't think Nate would want to go down...he's pretty burned out with school and work so we had dinner with Nate's Mom, Dad, his Great Aunt, Uncle, one of their son's and his kids. It was nice fast and quiet this year. Here are just a couple of pictures I took throughout the day...

I did have a minute to reflect on all of the things I am Thankful for and the list is long...

Nate and I have learned so much these last 3 years. I know we will continue to learn things throughout our lives, but it has been a HUGE eye opener in so many ways. From the economy to family and friends etc...

I am Thankful most of all for the Gospel in my life because without it...I don't know where I would be right now. I am so Thankful for my Husband and his patients. For his will to want better for his family. For never giving up and ALWAYS pushing forward. For his Great example in my family's lives. I am Thankful for my kids...they keep me grounded. I am Thankful for my mistakes...without them I would not grow. I am Thankful for TRUE friends and family. I am especially Thankful for Nate's family. They have been a GREAT example in mine and my children's lives. I am Thankful for my beautiful life...for all of it's trials and pleasures.

I hope all of you have a Happy Thanksgiving.

Missing My Dad (William N. Hilderscheid, Billy) at Thanksgiving...

2008-11-27T22:06:00.000-08:00

Just a Memory Away

I'm no longer by your side,

but there's no need to weep;

I've left sweet recollections

I'm hoping you will keep.

Eternal joy and memories

stay in our hearts forever,

Strengthening our special bond

that parting cannot sever.

Now it's time to journey on,

so let your faith be strong,

For I am in a better place...

I'm home where I belong.

And if times of loneliness

bring sorrow and dismay,

Don't despair, for I am there...

Just a Memory Away

- Unknown Author

This Thanksgiving was our first without my Dad calling and giving us an update on all of the places he had been working. Along with all the other things that he did to keep busy. I MISS him so very much!!! Just when I thought I was doing OK and I know he is in a better place...the Holidays came. For a while after he passed there were times when I would pick up the phone to call him and then I would remember...he won't be there to pick it up. I had finally stopped doing that until today. Several times today, I would think...I need to call him because he hasn't called us yet. I am Thankful for God's plan...to know that I will see him again.

Dad, I Love You...and Happy Thanksgiving!

Rae Ann's Bridal Shower...

2008-11-21T22:45:00.000-08:00

This is Rae Ann (Nate's Cousin). She is getting married December 6 and we are excited for her. My mother in law threw her a Bridal shower and I decided to take Reagan to the "Girl Party". She thought that was the coolest thing ever. Good Luck Rae Ann...We love you!

Daddy's Little Princesses...

2008-11-21T22:21:00.000-08:00

I was putting laundry away when I hear clip clop down the hall way...lol. Sure enough Nate was back in the girl's rooms helpin them get all dressed up as Cinderella and Belle. When they were done they came to show mommy. Too cute and tons of fun. Our daddy is a fun dude!

"Mom...We Playin Dress Up"...

2008-11-21T22:13:00.000-08:00

Reg's just loves to play dress up. Kenner's just loves to see her sister all dressed up, but she wants in on the fun as well. The other day it was really quiet and then I could hear Kennedy getting upset and irratated. Of course I thought Reagan was buggin her, so I walk back and she was getting mad because she couldn't get the shoes on her little chubby feet...lol.

I keep sayin this, but Nate has no idea what he's in for...Heck I don't know what I'm in for...lol! Look as these two little Princesses.

"First to Bite"...12:01 am Baby!

2008-11-21T10:25:00.000-08:00

OK I don't know if I'm the only one that feels this way, but could the movie have been any cheesier? I am a little more disappointed than I'd hoped to be! Of course this is only my opinion and it doesn't make me not like Twilight anymore...I'm just bummed it wasn't a little better than it was. Don't get me wrong there were a couple of parts that were good. I have yet to read a Harry Potter book, but I have seen all of the movies and to me they are awesome movies and I've heard that they are pretty comparable to the books. Twilight was unbelievably CHEAP! I don't know, but to me the movie just didn't flow...it all just happened so fast. There was no easing into it for me. One minute she knows nobody and the next she is proclaiming her love for Edward. I sure hope they put a little more effort into the next couple and spend a little more money, but enough totally rippin on the movie...I have the books and that to me is AWESOME!!!
Besides the movie bombing we had an AWESOME night, Kudos to Random. It was a lot of fun hangin with the Girls in the freezing cold...lol. Kaysha (sp?. My girlfriends daughter) and I hung out and walked through all of the booths before all of the other girls got there! Yes I was one of the freaks there at 4:00 pm, but at least I wasn't there at 9 am...lol! We ate Marv's for dinner (that alone was worth standin in the cold...lol). I even made a scrapbook layout (Twilight theme of course).

They even had the scents of the Characters from the book...it was pretty neat and the scents were amazing. All in all is was a fun night with just the Girls!Let me tell ya...I was so ready for bed...lol! When I woke up this morning I felt so delirious. I haven't been to bed that late in a VERY long time.

Traveller Family

Happy 4th...

Abe's A Daddy...

Home At Last...

The Place We Call Home...

2 Little Princesses...

Awww, The Joy's of Moving...

Meet *Sir* Abraham Lincoln...

Our *Ghetto Fabulous* Digs...

Movin' to Fort Campbell...

Happy BiRtHDaY Kennerbug...

Happy BiRtHDaY Regs...

Proud to be an Army Wife...

This is AWESOME...

Peacock Anyone?...

Pickin Up Our Soldier...

Finally Got to See The Nater...

"I Like Dress Up, Mommy!"

Halloween Festivities...

Our Visit with Beneva...

The Tired Girl...

HaPpY HaLLoWeEn...

Papa's Pumpkins...

Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs...

sTaMpIn-Up lOvErS....

Vegas Baby...

Exclusive 'New Moon' Trailer Premiere

Pictures for Daddy...

"I'm Tellin on You, Mommy!"...

Dev... We'll Miss You!

We're BaCk!!!

Happy Birthday to Me...

Back to School...

Church Without Our Daddy...

Just Us Girls...

Dora, Dora, Dora the Explora...

Daddy Missed His Plane...

Private Traveller's Going Away...

Our Disneyland Surprise...

The Big 2...

Blog With Drawls...

Going Private...

"I Tough As Nails!"...

Don't Forget About Us...

Growin Up...

Private Traveller...

David Archuleta & the After ParrrTay....

It's OFFICIAL...

Easter Pics...

The Bug Man...

Bella Soles Shoe Party...

One Of My New Faves...

March Visiting Teaching...

Leprechaun... wHaT???

Birthday at Pre-School...

Reagan's 4th Birthday...

This Is Why I Don't Blog Anymore...

These Girls...

Star of the Week...

Twilight BABY...

TO BE CONTINUED...

Banky (Blankey)...

My Daughter Colored On My Homework, I Swear...

Our Bunny Friend...

Snow Day in Pine Valley...

Fun in Las Vegas...

I Got Tagged... NEXT!

Matt's Valentine Project...

Valentines Day...

Paying it Forward...

Feedin' Our Families...

American Idol in SLC...

Nate, Happy Valentines...

Alisha Swan....What!?!

American Idol Season 8...

To The Love of My LiFe...

2 Movies in One Night...

AArRrRRrrGGGggg Matey...

Just Havin Some Fun...

Merry CHRISTmas...

Meet Sir Abraham Lincoln...

Our Ghetto Fabulous Digs...