Garrett was laid back at his soccer game

On Saturday Garrett played in a soccer game. He loves soccer and on this particular day Garrett just was glad to be there. He was "just chillin" out on the field. He was so funny to watch. I know when his games are in the middle of the day he tends to be more tired because it is hotter. We do love to watch "our baby" play soccer just as much as his older brothers' games. He has no choice about soccer with two older brothers that CONSUME it! Way to go Garrett! We love you!

Logan's Soccer Team Won!

This morning Logan's soccer team won their final game holding there slot in the Premier division. It was a wonderful game with many exciting moments. Logan played excellent and had a couple of wonderful shots on goal. The team worked together well and it sure paid off! Way to go Arsenal!

Garrett's Wall Ball Story

The other morning, I looked over Garrett's homework packet to quickly discover that there was a note attached on the front from his teacher. The note said, "Mrs. Cottle, Garrett accidently threw 2 wall balls on the roof of the school. The first time he threw it, I thought an apology would be efficient for losing Jordan's ball. The second time, I thought it would be best if he replaced Jordan's ball. Garrett told me that you would never buy Jordan a wall ball. I then told Garrett that it would be good if he earned the money at home to pay for a new ball." She then said, "You are the parent, you decide how you should best handle this situation." Thanks.

I thought it was pretty funny that Garrett told his teacher that I would NEVER buy him one. I am sure! I quickly got to the bottom of the situation, and put Garrett to work pulling weeds in the backyard all afternoon. Earlier in the day I had gone to Walmart to purchase a "wall ball". I obviously didn't know what that was because I came home with a "kick ball". The kids quickly told me that that was NOT the right ball. Logan spoke up to tell me that a wall ball was a raquetball. Whew! That answered a lot of questions. Garrett and I went back to Walmart and exchanged the balls. He took two of the balls to his friend Jordan the next day. What a funny day that was!!!!!

Our Latest Family Vacation

Our family decided to take a fun vacation to beautiful San Diego. I had never been there and the kids really wanted to go to Sea World. Jeff had a business trip there, so we decided that we would go with him! We stayed in a nice hotel, went to Sea World, San Diego Zoo, The Wild Animal Park, and we even went to the beach. It was so fun to spend time together as a family. There is NOTHING like driving for 12 hours in a van together. The kids enjoyed seeing all of the animals at the zoo and at Sea World. Garrett about had a STROKE at the gift shop looking and trying to choose ONE beanie baby to take home. Oh the choices...... It was a fun trip!

Logan is receiving his Eagle Scout Award!

Tonight Logan will receive his Eagle Scout Award. He actually got it in January, but we wanted to wait until his grandparents came out so that they could see him get it! He is only 13 years old and has worked VERY hard over the last couple of years to earn it this young. He is a remarkable young man and we are very proud of his accomplishments. Way to go Logan!!!! You should be proud!

Camille Graduated HOORRAAAYY

Camille is done with her BA degree in Elementary Education. She will begin teaching 5th grade in the fall at a nearby elementary school, by the name of Fox Hollow. She graduated from UVSC soon to become UVU with University status.

Way to go MOM we love you.