Boots

Brandon got a pair of cowboy boots for Christmas and LOVES them! If Daddy would let him, I think he would wear them every single day. The other day we were out in the back watching Melanie practice and he humored me as I took a picture of his boots. Otherwise, he isn't a big fan of his picture taken these days.

Four Cookie Booths down...

Oh yes, that wonderful time of year when the Girl Scouts sell cookies! Except this year we've had all of the cookies in our garage and I think we've personally eaten about 20 boxes ourselves! Melanie worked 4 cookie booths and has sold over 100 boxes so far. Thanks to all who have bought them to support our girl scout troop!!

Busy, busy, busy...

Softball season has started and this year Melanie is playing in a different division! She has been spending a lot of time practicing with Daddy in the backyard and has three practices during the week. She's even practicing pitching because the girls pitch to each other in this age group!
Brandon is enjoying his break from baseball this season, but still likes to practice with Dad. Brooklyn loves going to Melanie's practices because she gets to play with her "friends" who are also at the park watching their siblings practice. She usually spends a few minutes in a chair and then she's off and running the rest of the time.
With all of the practices and games starting soon, life has been hectic! In addition to softball, Melanie is still in Brownies and AWANAs at church. Good thing Brian has been off work to keep things running around our house!!

Holiday weekend

We had such a great four day weekend! We decided very last minute to head up to the snow on Saturday. the weather was beautiful and the kids had so much fun sledding and having snow ball fights with Dad and Uncle Vince! Uncle Vince made a snowman that was taller than Melanie! Got some GREAT pics to add to the good old blog and then realized that my memory card wasn't in. Such a bummer, but we will have to go again soon and get pics.

On Sunday we decided to head up to El Mirage for some riding and camping. The kids really wanted to have a campfire and spend the night. Brandon was happy we didn't see any snakes this time. Although it got chilly that night, we had a great time. The lakebed was closed, so we had to ride on bumpier terrain than the kids were used to. Melanie really got used to riding in the sand and over all kinds of bumps and hills. Brandon ventured out, but still prefers the flat for now *LOL* Brooklyn may be our most daring kiddo yet. She rode her "quad" all over the place and rode with Daddy up and down some pretty big hills! I didn't bring my camera because it's usually pretty windy when we camp. Of course the weather was beautiful and I'm bummed I didn't.

Oh well....promise my next post will have pics!