Brandon and Tyler--Fall 2010

I can hardly believe how fast my boys are growing. As I went back to look at my blog, it's been quite a while since I've posted! Brandon is 2 1/2 years now and is growing like weeds. He is a mini-Tyler, copying everything his big brother does and says. He loves Mickey Mouse, and watches it before bed time every night. He loves going to Nana's house during the day when I am at work. Tyler is 7 years , and in second grade. He has an amazing teacher whom I adore. He is doing well, and continues to excell. He's growing and changing so much. He has lost many of his baby teeth, and is looking more like his daddy. Sunday's are his favorite days because he gets to spend time with Andrew. Lately, it has been watching football.

Cutting Down our first Christmas Tree!

Since I was a little girl, I've always had an artificial Christmas tree. Andrew on the other hand, has always had a REAL tree! So this year, we began a new tradition with our own family. We drove to Naches, got our tree cutting permit, and drove into the woods! Here we are with our tree!

The Polar Express

My three boys... waiting to get on the train!

Brandon and I on the train!

Brandon fell asleep when Santa came... so I put him in Santa's arms! How adorable, right?!

Brandon and Tyler looking outside the window.. Santa and his elves were out there! (The girl is a friend they met on the train)

Hanging with dad!

This month, we were able to take the kids to the Polar Express train ride in Oregon! It was the neatest experience. You board the train and they sing, read the polar express, hand out cookies and cocoa---the whole Polar Express experience! The kids had a great time! I can't wait until Christmas! It's my favorite time of the year!

Thanksgiving 2009

My mother in law, Rose and a few of her boys!

Matt, Rose and Brandon

The whole family--minus Jen! Missed you Jen!

It's the time of year that we are reminded ofall the wonderful things we are thankful for. This Thanksgiving, we were able to spend time with both my family and Andrew's family.

We have several things to be thankful for:

1. Andrew and I both have jobs we enjoy---I have wanted to be a teacher for as long as I can remember! Besides being a mom, it's the best job in the world. Andrew being able to transfer with the Post Office and do something he enjoys

2. Our children--Brandon and Tyler

3. Our home---we have a wonderful home full of love and warmth

4. Our many friends and family and the list goes on and on!

HAPPY THANKGIVING!!!!

Tyler starts first grade! Here are the pictures from his first day! After we dropped Brandon off at Nancy's house, Grandpa Rick met us to say happy first day of school :)