Sunday, May 20, 2012

Field Day!!

On Friday it was Joseph's first official field day. The school did a wonderful job with all the stations they had set up for the Kindergartners and it was great because only the kindergartners were having field day on Friday. The weather was just perfect with enough sun that it kept you warm and a cool breeze to keep you from being to hot. Joseph had so much fun with his classmates running, throwing the noodle javelin, face painting, kicking the soccer ball, bouncing on the bouncy slide, playing volleyball, dribbling the basketball and bowling. When Joseph finished up at field day I took him to lunch at Red Robin and then we came home and played for the rest of the day. I am so glad that Ben and I were able to go and cheer Joseph on.

Let the games begin with sword fighting.

Joseph and his buddies being silly.

Joseph and Lexi. He was so excited that Lexi was helping.

Olympic torch relay race

Aidan and Joseph. They crashed more then they stayed on their feet.

SCORE!!

Hurdles

Charge!!

Duck water relay race.

Bouncy slides are the best!!

Dribbling down the court.

Everyone loves a Popsicle break!!

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Operation Fun!!

So earlier this month Ben had a business trip to Chicago and Joseph and I were bummed to be without him for the weekend, so to keep ourselves from crying the whole time he was gone Joseph, Grandma and I had a weekend of fun. To start the weekend we picked up an ice cream cone on the way home from the airport. Then on Saturday we started our day with a pancake breakfast at IHOP, followed by painting pottery which was really, really fun, then it was onto bowling and we all had a really great first game but then we all stunk up our second game. When we finished up bowling we came home to relax for a bit before we headed out to go swimming. I was surprised at how packed the pool was, but we still had a great time!! I was ready to call it a night after swimming but we still had one more activity on the list, so we quickly showered had some dinner and then went to see the new Disney movie Chimpanzee. It was a wonderful day with my mom and little man. On Sunday we rested, went to church and picked Ben up from the airport. We were so happy to have Ben back home safe and sound.

All ready to paint!!

Painting is serious business.

Yay for strikes!!

Yay mom got one to!!

My awesome little bowler!!

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Cindy's Visit

A few weeks ago my cousin Cindy came to Denver for a visit and it was so nice getting to see her and spend time together. It has been ten years since I have seen her and so it was really nice having time to reconnect. While Cindy was in town we went by the house that we used to live in when I was younger and Cindy was living with us out in Acres Green which is better known today as Park Meadows. Then since Cindy is so interested in architecture we headed downtown to check out some of the awesome buildings and other fun things. It was a great little trip and we can't wait for Cindy to come back.

My old House. It has changed so much, I barely recognized it.

Cindy, Me and Mom at our old place.

Joseph being art. :)

Back at the big blue bear.

It is a must to see the bear when you visit Denver.

Sunday, May 13, 2012

Happy Mother's Day!


I had a wonderful Mother's Day. We started the day with a yummy waffle breakfast, a light lunch and then headed over to church. All the talks and lessons were just wonderful and just what I needed to hear. After church the boys made mom and I an absolutely wonderful dinner, it was strange to just sit and let them do all the cooking but well worth it. The boys hit a home run with the meal they prepared. Our first course was Salmon and grilled peas with an out of this world flavor, I could have filled up on that but knew there was more coming so I paced myself. Our main course was Elk steak that was also incredibly seasoned and so tender it would just melt in your mouth and potatoes made by Joseph that were also super yummy. The boys rounded out the meal with an Oreo ice cream cake with fudge Oreo's on top!! It was a prefect way to end the day and make mom and I feel so special. The boys did such a good job with this meal, that we may have them cook more then once a year. :) I hope all the mother's and grandmother's I know had a wonderful day.

Joseph helping Collin with the salad. He added the whole bag of Crasins!!

Mixing it up.

Our chef for the night. He did an incredible job!!

My mug from Joseph, I can't wait to use it.

Our appetizers were grilled Salmon with green peas. Ben had the best flavor on the fish!!

Our Server for the evening.

It is so fun to be waited on.

Working on the potatoes.

My awesome husband!! He sure knows how to spoil me.

Main course of tender Elk steak and potatoes.

Dessert! Oreo ice cream cake with fudge Oreo's on top.

Sunday, May 6, 2012

Lego Kids Fest

Well since Joseph has discovered a new love for Lego's and last weekend was Lego Kids Fest in Denver we went for a family fun night. We went down on Friday night and I am glad we did, it was the only session that wasn't sold out and it was still packed!! They had so many cool activities for the kids to do like Lego car racing, a coloring station, a reading nook, ninjago battles, vacuum racing, lectures, a movie station and multiple building stations. It was crazy to see so many Lego's in one place and the models out of Lego's were incredible!! I am always amazed at what they can build out of Lego's and truly appreciate the talent that it takes, because sometimes a very detailed Lego house can stump me.

Yeah Joseph was excited!!!

My Lego friend.

Lego's anyone? This pile of Lego's was a foot and a half deep in the very middle.

Dragon

Cool Lego's!

Underwater adventure

Chewbacca

Lightning McQueen. I think this was every kids favorite.

Anyone up for a superhero adventure?

Joseph I am your father.

Ninjas!!

This is so COOL!!!

Indiana Jones

ROAR!! This lion actually made noise when you put your head in and it was pretty loud.

Save me mom!

I had to take my picture with Captain Jack.

A little moment with Harry and Hagrid.

I love Star Wars!!

To infinity and beyond.

The Dark Night Rises.

Don't make me mad!!

Yeah I am just chilling on the big blue bear!!

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

I love being an Aunt!!

It has been a busy year in our family with all these wonderful babies being born. In March James and Aimee welcomed their sweet new baby boy and he is such a happy boy.

Spencer Everton Mobley
In the past week I have been blessed with a sweet new niece and nephew. Sam and Nat welcomed their new baby girl on Friday afternoon and tonight Zach and Dixie welcomed their new baby boy. I love these sweet new babies so much and wish that we all lived closer so that I could give them lots of kisses. 
Macy Louisa Humphries

Calvin Jensen Hessing

I am so EXCITED to get to snuggle these sweet new babies in a few months and trust me I am counting down the days. Congratulations to all our family on your wonderful new blessings. :)
We love you so much!!