Cody's New Team

Here's a pic of Cody's new passion...club basketball. He made the Team Arizona 5U basketball team back in December. It is more expensive, and more intense than regular league play. They play teams from all over the state, and play two tournaments against teams from all over the country. It has been the best experience for him. This is his team.

His head coach, Josh Gonzales, stresses good grades, team work, and individual skill. I can't say enough good things about this program. We hope to start Preston in club ball next year too.

Our ballers after winning a game in TRIPLE overtime!!

Football Season 2011

It's been a great season for football. Cody's team ended 2nd in his league, Preston's third, and Tyler's 2nd. I am so proud of my boys and for what football does to build their character. It's been a great season!!

The boys!Cody and Coach Eric. We love him!The Buccaneers!

Battle of the Books

Cody participated in the first round of Battle of the Books at his school. I am proud of him for participating! He and his friends did O.K. They had to compete against 6th graders, and learned that they need to study way more for the next round in December. Good job boys!

Cody's 11th Birthday!

Cody turned 11 over the summer, and we threw him a surprise party. He really was surprized. All of his friends hid in his room. When he walked in there, and he yelled, I thought he was going to hit the roof. So, funny!!!

Cody is constantly surrounded by boys who are positive influences in his life. We love them all so much. What more could parents ask for?

After they surprized him...

Cody Earns His Arrow of Light

Our boys all love Cub Scouting and Scouting. Here, Sister Ao, and Brother Francom are awarding Cody with his "Arrow of Light", the highest, and last honor award in the Cub Scouting Program. Cody is excited to start Scouting in July. Brother Francom talked about what a well behaved kid Cody is, how hard he works, and what a tremendous athlete he is. We are so proud of him. He had to work very hard to get this award. Congrats Cody!

It's Been a While...

It's been a while! I am very behind in my blogging, but I think about it all of the time. It started out with my camera breaking. I got a new Nikon. Me and Nikon don't agree. I couldn't figure out how to take or publish pictures. I finally gave up and made Warren go and get me another Cannon. Heaven!

So, fooball season has started again. Cody is playing tackle for the Special Forces on the Jr. Pee Wee team. He is a running back and a corner. I haven't even taken pictures yet, but my friend Eli sent me this one of Cody running the ball. There will be more to come as Cody, Preston, and Tyler are all playing right now. We love football season around here! Isn't this picture cool?! Thanks Eli!

Down and Derby

The Pinewood Derby is not taken lightly in a home with four boys. This year was Cody's last, and Preston's first. When it all came down to it, Preston won 2nd place in his Wolf den, and Cody won 1st place in his Webelos den. I can't remember the overall standings.
They were happy though, and love working with their dad on these cars!

The boys always love it when Grandpa Wilson and Uncle Blake come to their events to show support. Thanks guys! The boys know that you are there!!!

Perfecting "Forces 84".

Polishing up the axels on "Saints".

High Honor Roll

Cody earned High Honor Roll, in the second quarter, for the fourth grade. He has developed such a strong work ethic in school, and we war so proud of him. We are also thankful for the friends he surrounds himself with each day. What a great group of kids!

Good Friends

Cody had the opportunity to go and watch his good friend, Owen, play in an All-Star football game. Only the best of the best are chosen to play in this game. Cody was so excited. I know I am always saying it, but we are so thankful for good friends. Even Dane knows who he is! Owen has always been such an example to all of our boys. Way to go Owen!

Pumpkin Patch 2010

We have a family tradition of going to the "Mother Nature's Farm" pumpkin patch every October. All of the boys were very excited about it. They are getting older, but still get excited about this special night. Look closely at Cody's pumpkin. He was careful to pick out one that looks like a "butt". I know, I know...But, what do you do with a 10-yr.-old???

Dane was beside himself. He was so excited to be it the dirt, on the tractor, and with the baby ckicks! He watched the chicks for a good 30 minutes.

This Is What We Do On Half Days...

One tarp, one hose, a hill, some pool toys, 5 bottles of shampoo, a bunch of kids, and you have the perfect half day activity!

Crazy Hair Day

We are extremely strict about education at our house. We discuss college and occupations when our children are in preschool. We expect only the best grades from them. However, I must admit that I am a sucker for the "fun" parts of school. I think they're important. I love "Crazy Hair Day", "Football Friday", class competitions, read-a-thons, and Halloween parties.

Today was the annual "Crazy Hair Day" at Power Ranch. We did black and green paint to match football jerseys. I have no idea what Dane is doing with his mouth, but he wanted to participate too!
Big "T".

Crazy Dane on his bike. He was screaming at me to take this picture.

We Heart Football Season! Go Special Forces!! Go Jets!!

First Day of School 2010

The boys...
Cody was the most ready to go back to school. He just needs his brain to get going again. For him we shopped for Volcom, Quick Silver, DC's, and sports shirts. He is kind of getting into the brands, and thinks he's pretty hot stuff. Don't worry, I still packed a butterfly napkin with a note on it in his lunch box! We gotta keep 'em humble right? He is excited to be in a class with some of his buddies and an awesome teacher! Preston started the 2nd grade today. He was so excited to go this morning. Cody has talked about Mrs. Garcia for two years now...he loves her! I asked Preston this morning if he was nervous. He said, "No mom...when's P.E.?" Believe it or not, that is about how nervous Preston was to start Kindergarten. He was excited to be seen with his camo. backpack and DC shoes. What a good boy!

Tyler started Kindergarten today. He went to bed with a smile last night because he was so excited. I am a little sad because he has been such an easy child to have at home. However, he was ready. He went ready with his Batman backpack, Clone Wars lunch box, and football water bottle. A little aprehensive at first, Tyler quickly relaxed when he saw that several of his buddies were in his class. Good luck with that Mrs. Cruz!

THE backpack. Enough said.

Tyler and Mrs. Cruz. She is a dream teacher...we love her! She loves the kids, and they know it! Not to mention the fact that those kids leave Kindergarten really knowing their stuff...which I love!

Preston, Brit, and Andrew. Good, good friends of Preston.

Brendan, Cody, and Conner. Good, good friends of Cody.

We feel so blessed to be able to have our children attend such a fabulous school. We love the teachers and the administration. Both the kids' and Warren and I have met some lifelong friends here. It's going to be a fabulous year!

Carlsbad Beach 2010

We met up with the Bonds one of the days on our vacation. We always enjoy hanging out with this family, and Kendra doesn't seem to mind tagging along with all of the boys. We really had a good time!

Throwing rocks.

Boogie Boarding

They spent hours finding sea shells and crabs.

Dane was a total poser at the beach.