family of trix

Amy, Everyday 14 Comments »

Life is full of surprises…

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We asked the panel what their thoughts were with regard to a new sibling. We got a mixed response.

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As the reality sunk in, the most important question remained: Boy or girl? Looks like the nail-biting will continue!

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We tried to have a heart-to-heart with the chairwoman, but she quickly dropped the subject. Sorry Ro, your days as the baby are numbered!

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The nitty gritty: 13 weeks, February 2010. Let the games begin. (again)

short hot days, long sweaty nights

Crafts, Family, The Outdoor Woods 7 Comments »

We played. We worked. We got soaked. This three part adventure was filled with all kinds of fun, sweat, and maybe a few tears. Now that it’s over we can’t wait to go back for more! And so the story goes…

We started our road trip to St. George bright and early. Per the ceiling mounted map of felt, we made a beverage stop in Green River. Yellow River may be a more appropriate name after we left town…it was the first potty stop we had made in quite a while. I’m just sayin’…

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At approximately mile 610 of the 650 mile journey we experienced a blowout. And we thought disposable diapers would make the trip a little easier…this folks, never happens in cloth! Never!

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Rowan and Grandpa had a good laugh about it when we got there. Look out Grandpa! That little crook is trying to steal your watch from right under your nose!

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First things first. I needed to finish my quilt.  Kelsey told me about this guy she knows who does a fantastic job finishing quilts. He’s a little goofy looking, but he has a nice smile and strong arms. Meet Steve:

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Drew & Brinley vowed to stay in their swimsuits for the entire trip. Their first aqueous adventure was to explore the water park. Drew can ski barefoot with no boat!

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Fancy Nancy found her water boa, and fine-tuned her olympic skills at the water luge.

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Rowan will be the the cover girl on the Baby Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue next month. Cottage cheese never looked so good!

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All the women folk went for pedi’s and Cafe Rio. Ooolala and mmmm in the same sentence!!

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How many cousins does it take to scrub down Grandma’s new dog? Drew,  Brinley, Sam & Emma gave Merlin a hefty scrubbing.

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Not a tail was left unturned. This doggy is clean!

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OK, well Mission: Human Prunes seems to have come to an abrupt end. Sleep is a necessary element of vacation. Separation from children isn’t bad for parents either. Drew & Brinley were singing a musical about how their “Night at Grandma’s” would be an unforgettable experience. Ro-dog seems to have forgotten her lines…It’s OK Rowie, there will be more swimming tomorrow!

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One of my favorite parts about visiting my hometown is catching up with old friends! Thanks for the fun afternoon Maegan, I wish we lived closer!

 

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Ro-doggy? Naw, it’s Ro-fishy!

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Hey Rowan, what does that hot tub sound like?

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We had many family swim nights! It doesn’t get any better than this when the temps soar to 118.

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Grimy Grandpa freshened up a bit, or maybe that’s Gator Grandpa?!

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Swimming and hot tubbing just aren’t enough. Water fights must be involved!

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It’s past sunset and we’re still swimming! A big thanks to Jeremy& Sharla for letting us stay in this fabulous house. Look at that view!

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guanella fellas

Brinley, Drew, Rowan 6 Comments »

Listen here Rowan. Listen! Put down the remote, unplug the video games, and put the dolls away. It’s time you gain a big appreciation for the outdoors, and I don’t want to hear any whining about it ok? That’s what I thought!

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This camping veteran got right to work helping Daddy haul all the gear and chow for our weekend adventure.

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Brinley was supposed to help, but she was carried away in the beauty of her surroundings and opened up a wildflower florist shop instead.

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What about you Ro-dog? Ah there she is, doing a great job of holding down the tarp while Daddy sets up the tent.

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Rumble grumble. What’s that? Rowan’s getting hungry? Well, find a place for her to sit that’s not in the dirt and we’ll get her served up.

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Let’s zoom out for a better view. That looks like the comfiest camping chair ever Rowan! And fire front property! That real estate aint cheap!

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Brinley and Ana got down to business and roasted their dogs on the open fire. Notice they favored wood sticks over metal pokers for that organic smoky taste.

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Lookin’ real good and burned Scoob! Maybe a bit longer in the fire and then that dog will put some hair on your chest! Arrrrrr!

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Princess Brinley nibbled on her food between lengthy conversations with her entourage.

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Like father like son. Drew likes fire, and efficiency! He found a perfect stick for making twice as many smores and had them cooked in half the time.

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Day 2: How was your night Ro? Lookin’ good.

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The lords of the (butter)flies took their spears and headed off into the forest in search of the elusive Rocky Mountain Snipe. Drew looked high. Sadie looked low… 

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They all looked, hunted, and tracked the best they could, but could find no sign of the fictitious animal. It doesn’t seem that Brinley was too broke up about it.

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All that tree climbing and tracking gave her a nice head full of filth.

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What fun is camping if you can’t get dirty?

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Hey Flame Boy! We are out of firewood!  Hiiiiiiiiiiiyah!

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While Flame Boy chopped wood Hayden and Ana prepped for another tasty round of smores. Who knew marshmallows grew on trees?!

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That mallow’s a flamin’! Tasty!

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Mmmmmmmmm. So what’s the secret to getting melty chocolate?

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Brinley doesn’t really like smores all that much.

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Well Rowan, have you had any fun out here in the woods of Georgetown? Judging by your legs it appears that your appreciation is significant. Good work!

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Unfortunately the florist had to file Chapter 11 bankruptcy. There were no more flowers to pick! Time to go home!

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