Wednesday, August 19, 2009

He Thinks He Can Fly

I don't know what's worse Mason jumping like this or me filming it. Hope Noah's not getting any ideas!
What a boy!

Monday, August 17, 2009

Photgraphy Photoshoot!?!?!

Ok so my sister Maryann is awesome! She knows someone at her work who then knows someone... :) anyways this amazing photographer Chris Paxman is having a free photo shoot giveaway. Here's the link:
http://paxmanphotography.com/
You should check it out.
I hope he picks me! Some of the special effects he does is CRAZY!

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Play Time!

Mason is constantly begging for me to get out "the tunnels". Thanks to my sister Maddy
(who gave them to us) my boys are thoroughly entertained for hours at a time.
I can't even finish setting up before Noah's bolting inside and squealing for joy! I love it!
Watch out Noah!
The Race is on! They love chasing eachother through the tubes (aka tunnels!)
"Hi Mom!"
Good Bye! Thanks again Maddy!

Monday, August 3, 2009

Saying Good-Bye

One of my very best friends has moved away. Angela and I have known each other for only a short 6 years but it feels like a lifetime. She's one of those people that makes you want to do better. I love her never-ending knowledge of EVERYTHING! This girls is sooooooo smart. We both have a passion for Dental Hygiene (I know, we are nerds!). Ever since I met her at school my life has changed for the better. She's definately one of the most hardworking, smartest, most genuine, and beautiful women I know.
I LOVE this tender moment captured! Mason sure loves Angela and Jay.
We had them over for one last dinner and Family Night, before she left to travel across the country to her new home. I know we'll be friends forever but I will miss her dearly.
I love you Ange!
I LOVE this girl!
Poor Jay! Mason had Jay read to him. Jay was a good sport though and even did excellent character voice immpressions! (I wish I would've gotten a video clip!)
Say Cheese!
Mason and Angela working on a puzzle!
(Ron's not in any of the pics. because he was doing the dishes! Thanks Ronnie!)

These are some old pics I found of Angela and I. Buddy loved playing with his friends Hagrid and Cassie (RIP).
This is when it was too hot outside to run so we walked around in the mall!
I can't believe I am putting "fat pics" of me up!

Angela and I really enjoy running. We would run as much as possible. During school we even took flashcards on our run to study (yes, I know BIG nerds!).
This pic is from one of our runs at our favorite spot at the ASU Research Park. (No one was around to take the pic.) ha! ha! Where's the tripod when you need it! :)

Sunday, July 19, 2009

Is Noah Obsessive Compulsive?

Or... just determined!
The other day at my mom's home I realized I hadn't seen or heard from Noah for a few minutes. This is what I found:

Nothing better than playing with Grandpa!

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Day Trip

Last week Ron had Friday off so we decided to take a day trip to the Tonto Natural Bridge and go for a family hike. When we left Mesa around 1pm it was a blistering 105 degrees. YUCK! When we got to the Park (about an hour's drive) it was a beautiful, breezy 67 degrees!
At the start of our hike
we encountered a VERY strange site...
Can you see what Mason is looking at on the tree?...
YEP! It's a BAT! Crazy huh? And kinda cute!
The hike is only about 1/2 mile but part of the hike is pretty steep. Mason actually did pretty good. Although, I did have to carry him part of the way just because I'm paranoid and didn't want him sliding off the mountain.
Mason really enjoyed climbing and exploring on the slippery rocks. Noah didn't mind getting his feet wet either.
Overall, we had a very fun day!

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Swiming Lessons

I've been working really hard with Mason for the past month teaching him how to swim.
The best part, (which you can't really see in the video) is his face. When he comes up for air or to float, he has the BIGGEST smile on his face. He's so proud of himself and rightly so. I love it!

He still has a long way to go, right now his swiming is more like treading water. But it's fun for me to work with him and watch him improve.