PACE

Mason is involved in the PACE program at school, which is a select few in the grades 2-5.  In the spring the students work on a research project.  This year our school district had a special event at one of the high schools, "Evening with the Expert".  Everyone displayed their research boards and their product.  We have 14 elementary schools in our district, yet I was still surprised at all the displays at the school.  There was a great turn out.  I'm sure this will be an annual event. (Mason is wearing his cub scout uniform because he just got back from a field trip to Petsmart.  Another hectic evening running kids around.)

Are you an Aggie?

Last night Brian and I became Aggies.

For Brian's birthday I gave him tickets to the Women's NCAA Conference Championship at the AA Center. We really didn't know what to expect or even who was playing.  As we were parking I saw people wearing Texas A&M colors, so we chose to cheer for them.  Come to find out they were also the underdog.  A&M were the 2 seed and Baylor University the 1 seed.  Baylor was represented well.  When it began we actually considered cheering for Baylor.  But we stuck to our original choice and we were Aggies all the way.

The Aggies won!!!  The game was great.  The referees missed many calls, but at least both sides were treated the same. :)  At one point we were leading by only 6.  I was getting nervous that they weren't going to pull it off.  But they did.  It is Texas A&M's first time at the final four.  It was a very exciting moment. 

first swim

I felt this deserved it's own post.  Saturday Carson asked casually if he could swim.  He was surprised when I said yes. :0)

Carson swam the longest, as usual.  Although Adam might beat him one of these days.  The water temp was 70, it felt cold.  Mason only waded.

Karlee wanted to enjoy the sun as well.  She didn't go near the water but her homework did.  She was working on a science project and the wind blew a sheet into the deep end.  Darn wind!!

We are ready for summer!!

recent fun

This past week has been crazy busy.  Monday we went out to eat for Brian's birthday.  Tuesday was pack meeting.  Wednesday while Bri and the girls were at church I did hair.  I almost never do hair in the evening, but this person likes her perm to process over night and since half the family was going to be gone I agreed. 

Thursday night was a Relief Society Meeting to celebrate the organization of RS.  We sat together in our birthday month.  I was able to get to know some new people.  We then needed to decorate a cake.  I think we did a pretty good job. 

Friday night we attended our Ward Chili Cook-off.  Mason, one of my pickiest kids found a chili he loved.  I was shocked.

Saturday morning we went to Carson's soccer game where he made a goal.  He was soo excited.  We all were.

After the game Carson changed his clothes in the car and we hurried to a birthday party at Build-A-Bear.  The guy running the party drove the parents crazy but all the kids had a great time. 

After Carson got his bear stuffed he was asked to give the bear a hug to see how it felt.  "Oh, it feels so good!!"  he shared with a smile.  It was great. :) 

The cupcakes were from Albertsons.  Don't they look yummy?!? The birthday girls only request was "red".
The kids rode the train and carousel before the fun was over.  A successful party for all.

wind & wolf

Tuesday night we went to Mason's pack meeting.  It was fun, at a park, and the wind was unbelieveable.  Karlee took this great picture of McKinzie.  I love it.  I told Kinz that if she ever gets online, say to find a friend ;) ;), this picture would be great.  It shows her great smile, her fun for life, yet she's still a little disguised.  Brian thinks she looks like she's hiding facial hair.  :0)

 These are the three boys that are in my den.  Ben, Mason and Eli.  The theme for the month was responsibilty.  The boys did a couple of relays being responsible.  Picking up clothes then putting them in the basket.  Then using bandages and bandaids.

 Then near the end of the meeting Mason recieved his Wolf patch and a gold arrow.  He was so excited these past few weeks, knowing how close he was to earn his Wolf.  Shortly before we left for the pack meeting he said that maybe he didn't want to recive his Wolf, I wouldn't be his Den Leader anymore.  I put his concerns to rest.  He'll stay with me until his birthday.  :)

Way to go Mason!  I love you!!!

Happy Birthday Brian!

Brian - I hope you have a great birthday!  On my 16th birthday, you were on your mission in England, since we are 5 years apart in age I didn't think my birthday would be all that important to you.  However, when I got home from school that day, I had a birthday card with a one pound note inside. (Yep, I still have it.)  I'm not sure if you know how important you made me feel because you remembered.  It is a day that I won't ever forget.  That was the first time that I understood how much you cared about me.  Aside from all your brotherly expression of love by way of teasing, taunting and picking on me. :0)  I hope we have been able to make this a very special day.  Happy Birthday big brother.

Love, Janae

Happy Birthday big guy

Brian, Hope that you have a fantastic birthday. I have always looked up to you and consider you one of my role models. You are a good man and I don't think that you always realize how much others may look to you as an example. You deserve to have a wonderful Birthday filled with happiness.
Love you big guy.
-Jeff-

birthday dinner

 We often go out to eat as a family to celebrate birthdays.  Brian knew something was up this morning when I confirmed, before he left for work, where and when for dinner.  When he arrived at  Razzoo's he was surprised to find some friends were there to join us to celebrate his special day.  The Cook and Robinson family sure made the night extra special.  Then, while we sang "Happy Birthday", Brian had to try and find the cherry in a bowl of whipped cream.  I don't think there was a cherry in his bowl.  ;)  He's such a good sport.  Definately a birthday he won't forget.

Happy Birthday Bri!!  I've tried to make this year a little different, maybe a little special to stand out from the rest.
I want you to know that these last few months have been "almost" as good as our first few months. 

My love always!!! 

Happy Birthday Wishes!

Brian, Cameron has been walking around the house singing to you for an 1 1/2 hours.  We decided to record it and post it for you.

We really do hope that you have a great birthday.

Brian's Big Day!

My brother Brian's big birthday.  Ever since I was a little boy Brian and I had many adventures together.  This is a picture of my brothers helping me out with my eagle project.  Putting up signs around town of Rigby.  Brian and Kim were very kind to help there little brother out since they had many other important things to do.  I have always looked up to and wanted to be like my older brothers.

Brian, I hope you have a marvelous birthday.  I know birthdays loose some of there luster as the years get to be many, but you are definitely worth celebrating every single year.  A lot of good things have come from your Birthday of March 21st many, many, many years ago.

Love you,
              Shon