Ketchup

As a girl I remeber when we would visit my Uncle Don he would always have a joke for us. I learned "The Wide Mouth Frog" joke from him, a joke about a Teepee, which I can't remember in it's entirety anymore, and a joke about A Mama tomato, Daddy tomato and baby tomato, who while going on a walk continued to lag behind despite the Father's request that he hurry up. Finally in frustration the Father turns, stomps his foot, and yells, "Catch UP!", Little did the Dad realize the little tomato had and the father squished him. We are getting ready for a family reunion in a couple weeks and I have the great pleasure of putting a slide show together. But before I post a few preview pics I thought I should "Ketch" everyone up on the goings on around here.

We had a very pleasent trip to Oregon for a family reunion. The house was filled with little children and it was very enjoyable to watch them interact and love each other. We celebrated Father's Day and had four generations of Men present and that was momentous, I felt honored to be in the presense of such wonderful men. I also got to stop by and visit my lil Sis. It's always good to see her I enjoy her company and conversation. Then Mark and I got to spend some fun time together hunting down our brother Kyle. We never caught up with him but I enjoyed the company and car ride, thanks Mark. Riding in a car with you is always nostalgic of H.S.

Since being home the boys have started swimming lessons. Gage is the class comedian and LOVES the attention of his teacher. He enjoys the water, especially the splashing part. Cole and I get to take the parent/baby class together and I can't say enough good things about this experience. He is such a pleasent individual, has a good sense of humor, and for being as active and exploratory as he is, he sure is cuddly. He has no fear of water and loves gliding around on his front and back. He's a good kicker and "scooper" I'm surprised at how fast he has caught on to this concept.

The boys had their first official overnighter up at Gigi and Grandpa's. They did so well with their grandparents I'm tempted to send them up there every weekend. ;) I REALLY appreicated this opportunity as I had a fantastic time attending workshops and classes to becoming a group fitness instructor. I'm pleased to announce that I passed my written and practical exams with flying colors! It was a marvelous experience and I look forward to finding time to finish my paper work so I can be official! The close of that weekend was also a highlight as we celebrated my Mom's 29th birthday:) and my sister Kel and brother Curtis came up. The time went too fast but we started breaking in the kareoke machine and finding all the best nook and crannies at the new house while playing hide-and-seek. Prior to the boys heading up north my mom came down and we had a fun time shopping downtown and viewing the Idaho Water Color Society's current exhibit.

Here are some sneek peeks and blasts from the past! Enjoy!
Wow! Again, can't believe how much Cole reminds me of my brothers. Esp Ky in this pic.

This photo needs no introduction but Ky was kind enough to let me turn him into my sister

Saturday morning fun at our house.

Littlest sister Kelli dressed in doll clothes. That's a premie Cabbage Patch she's next to.