The Ward Camp - OUT!

The Ward Camp-Out!

These trunk sitting buddies couldn't be happier - roaming free - exporing nature and all her beauties!

Our #3 is right in his element -
He truly would choose few other places to be than in the wilderness -with the rocks, trees, dirt and bugs are some of his dearest friends!

What a daring pair - eldest and youngest! Way to look out for your little sister -

Its amazing how a few weeds can make such nice scenery.

Its a beautiful day - mother nature is calling!

A little rock climbling anyone? Don't worry it's only straight down! #2 doesn't really concern herself with trivial things like - height or falling. That could be why she is the only one (knock on something wooded) that has had stitches or a cast! Actually it's a miracle that she hasn't been wounded more!

Quad sweet quad!

What a cool outing=====
a quad, some kids, some dirt and the possibilities are endless........................

We have these dear family friends-you could call them more like family - well, we went on an overnight gettaway to their family cabin and we happen to bring along a small motorized vehicle. Oh - what fun we did have!
The kids - along with help from the Dads - constructed - a jump - that provided hours of entertainment and smiles! Plus, a lot of really cool pictures.

#3 caught some good air----- #1 treated #5 to a casual ride around the grounds

Oh the joy of children! I might be bias but dang - they're a good looking group!

#1 was eating this high flying up - over and over again trying to beat the last jump- that is - go higher than his previous jump or that of his friends or siblings.

The lovely#2 and#4 smiling pretty for the camera - but be sure that they too took their turn to hit the jump and squeal with delight. #4 held on tight and closed her eyes equally as tight!

Karate - HA YA!

It's Karate Time!

#1 is posing with Master Mendoza after receiving his purple belt. Way to go Man!
Don't let the skinny fool you - his ridge hand is brutal!

Ok so it's not just karate - they are a part of a mixed martial arts school - and they are loving it!

#3 has just earned his high white belt - of which he is quite proud - but of course he is now looking to conquer the next challenge. He prefers battling on the ground.....it's fun to watch.


This lady looks sweet enough but
don't let looks and size fool you.....#2 just getting her purple belt...she worked really hard, especially considering that she had to overcome the setback of having a chipped bone in her elbow.......Her kicks are a sight to see.

Random Summer photos

Random Photos are the best!


Here we have #2 being signed by her Cute Grandma

She loves to dance --------

Almost everyday #4 wants to know if its Monday so that she can go to dance class. It's so extra cute! She is taking tap and ballet. - She loves to show her new moves! Plus, all her little friends are in the same class- which is bonus joy for her!

Twin Day

Welcome to Twin Day - #1 and #2 were twinned up with their matching shirts, shorts and sticks -

FEEL the LOVE!

These pictures are just stuck in here because I love them and I didnt' go back to the actual entry - they should be included in.....

they were taken in June - while we were at home in Idaho - I suppose I love it because there I don't have to be the Mom all the time - there I get to be the daughter and relax into the old days.


This cute Auntie A - is so tender with all the nieces and nephews- they feel her love and give it right back! So- #5 and cousin D are enjoying the benefits of their birth.

COMPANY

In July we had company - the Sweetheart's sister and her children stayed with us for a couple of weeks - they were yearning for the 110 degree heat.
It was good renew relationships - This is the first time we've seen them since they moved to vermont 2 years ago.

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Our Crew and the Vermont cousins!

Sweetheart's Fam, Father and Sisters! Left to Right- Aunt D, (vermont) Aunt L, PapaTito, and Aunt M!

Cousins are the BEST!

These two - dancing up a storm - getting a little grove on!


I CAN SEE!



Our #two finally got some sight going on - and Wow - she's a doll.


BUBBLES ANYONE?

So bubble bath + jets = way too much fun!

#2 Turned EIGHT

What a special day to be 8 and be Baptised.......

On the 15th of August
surrounded by those who love her - including all of her grandparents, she made one of the most important decisions in her life. I've never seen someone so excited. She was bouncing with anticipation!

While Auntie S. took the picture - the rest of the party put on our best smiles.

I can't believe she is eight. After she was baptised, I met her in the dressing room and she was beaming with the most radiant smile. She looked at me with pure joy and exclaimed,
"I am baptized!"



What a lovely young lady - we are so thankful to be her parents.


It was a beautiful day- Pink cast and all.