Baby Pitcher #3

Here we go again! To say that we are in utter shock would be an understatement! We have been told since we were pregnant with Brollin that we would be unable to have more children. So you can imagine our initial disbelief at a positive pregnancy test. But here we are 5 weeks along and due June 2nd, 2012. It will have to be another scheduled c-section but we are so ready! We can't wait to see this beautiful little blessing! Our shock has turned into amazement and pure excitement!

Chicken Cordon Bleu

Ingredients:
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Thin sliced ham
Thin sliced Swiss cheese
Crushed Cornflakes
4 T. butter, divided
2 T. flour
1/4 c. milk
1/2 tsp. instant chicken bouillon
Pepper to taste
1/4 c. shredded Swiss cheese
2 T. Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. parsley flakes

Roll chicken, sliced ham and sliced Swiss cheese together, secure with a toothpick. Refrigerate in sealed container 1 hour.
Roll in melted butter (2 T.) and crushed cornflakes.
Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes.
While baking, whisk butter (remaining 2 T.), flour and milk together. Then slowly add bouillon, pepper, shredded Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese and parsley flakes.
Pour over chicken when done!

Enjoy!

Back To School

Another school is upon us and it's hard to believe that our little girl is starting 3rd grade. She has such a love for school and truly excels in all that she does. She never fails to amaze us. Good luck to everyone on another wonderful school year!

Old Glory

Old Glory, the Stars and Stripes, the Red, White and Blue. No matter what you call it, our flag stands for freedom. On the 4th of July, I am reminded of the principles of freedom that I so often take for granted. On a daily basis, I don't always stop to think about freedom, as it is something that I have never lived without. So when I see the flag flying, it is a simple reminder to me to be thankful to live in a country where I am free.

Gavin's 1st Birthday

(at least some) Of The Gang is back together again! It's so great to have the Foret's and Leuck's close by again; we have missed our friends dearly. We were able to get together for Gavin's 1st birthday. It was almost like no time had passed; the kids started up again like they had seen eachother yesterday, not 2 years ago! I am so thankful for the great friends that we have created in this crazy military life; they have truly become our family!

Memorial Day Weekend in San Fran

We had such a great Memorial Day Weekend with my mom and Chance here! We were able to head down to San Francisco, with our original intent to hang out on the beach but do to weather we just walked around Pier 39 up to Ghiradelli Square! It was so great to see them! I wish more family would come visit!!!! ;)

Spring Break in Utah 2011

I decided to take the kids for a week in Utah; see, Tyler has left for the month and sometimes the kids have a hard time dealing with his absence, so what better way to help them then to take them to Grandma's. My wonderful Dad came and drove us the 11 hours to Utah. The first few days, Brollin and I were really sick but we tried to do as much as possible and see as many people as time would allow. I regret that we didn't get to see everyone but we will be back soon.

Easter was SO awesome; we had a Saturday Easter Egg Hunt in Riverdale then dyed Eggs. Church, more Easter Egg Hunts and an amazing dinner courtesy of my Daddy. The rest of the week was filled with Soccer, dinosaurs, massages, family and talent!

I truly have the most loving and amazing family in the world. I am so thankful for the blessings that I have!

Brollin Turns 3

It's hard to believe that our little boy is 3 years old. We waited for him for so long. He has brought the most amazing spirit into our home; blessed us with such sweetness. Its hard to believe that this little guy can make me cry and laugh all at the same time! He truly makes our home a happier place!



Our Cute Little Family!

Blowing Out his Candles!

My Birthday Boy!

Spring Garden

My new favorite hobby these last 2 years has been gardening. As Tyler told me recently, my thumb is getting greener by the year! My mother passed on this amazing gardening book that she had used for years, which I use like a bible. I have 3 areas that I am currently working with: my veggie garden has green onions, tomatoes, carrots and green peppers. My window garden has rose bushes, mint, crokus, 2 different types of ferns, and hydrengas. Then I have 3 pots with poppies and all sorts of other flowers. This, besides scrapbooking, is one of the most cathardic things I have ever done! I love California weather that provides the opportunity to garden year round!

Anniversary Time

8 years...Wow! It seems like just yesterday we were too shy to even talk on the phone to each other! I knew from the first moment I saw a picture of you (thanks Kenz) that you were the one for me! From Dallas to Utah to Dallas to Denver to Dallas to Layton to Bluefield to Layton to San Antonio to Bluefield to Spokane to San Francisco...thank you Tyler for the most amazing journey! I love you with all of my heart!

Happy Birthday Tyler

It was Tyler's 26th Birthday yesterday. His Dad and Oldest Brother Brian were able to come for the weekend. We had such a great time with them. We went down to San Francisco, ate at some great places and the 3 boys were able to catch a movie! We just wish they would come more often! Tyler is the most amazing person I have ever met in my life. I'm glad that we were able to celebrate him and all that he does for us.

IFly SF Bay March 11, 2011

Today was truly one of those days where you go back, look at the pictures, and fall in love all over again with family life. Tyler, Braxton and Grandpa Jeff got to play inside the indoor wind tunnel. Brax and Gramps were going for the first time and as you can plainly see, they had the time of their lives!

Tyler in Belize- January 2011

Tyler got to spend 2 amazing weeks in Belize, South America. He had such a great time fishing in the ocean and hunting in the jungle! He got to explore Mayan Ruins, which was his favorite part.