Grandma and Grandpa's Visit

We went to the museum and butterfly exhibit.

I love the expression in those two faces as they watch a butterfly.

The wonder of butterflies!

I just had to take a picture of Leslie with her namesake!

They two were just too cute to pass up! Michael really got a long with his grandpa!

Christmas Day

Grandpa held Michael and they both fell a sleep. It was so precious! I just had to take a picture. Even Tia join in went to sleep!

Joe and Drew came over for Christmas Dinner. We didn't mean to match but what can I say! Great minds think alike!!

Everyone enjoying the spoils of Christmas!

Christmas Morning

Waiting at the top of the stairs for everyone to be ready for the mad dash to the presents.

This year we did something different. We wrapped everyone's gifts in their own paper instead of writing their names on them. I think we will keep this up! I liked it alot!

We ALL got pajamas for Christmas Eve. Don even wore his outside and totally embarrassed me! He was running around our yard acting like he was flying! I was so embarrassed when the cars were driving past!

This is how Michael was opening presents. There was not handing them to mom or dad. He just started to use his teeth and went from there!

Don thought he would tryout Michael's technique.

Michael was not sure what to think about daddy using his mouth!!

I wanted in on it too!

Christmas Eve

We had to joy of having grandma and grandpa Hausen over for Christmas! It always makes it special with them around for the holidays! The kids really enjoy them visiting. We did our annual Christmas pageant and then grandpa read a story to the kids. We are so blessed that our kids know and love their grandparents!!

Don and His mom hanging out on the couch while grandpa reads to the little kids.

Individual Shots

My kids are so BEAUTIFUL! I love them! They are so different and wonderful each in their own way. I am so lucky to be their mom and #1 fan!!

Hyrum loves science. And he is really getting into the piano. He is such a sweet boy! He likes to take care of the people he loves the best. He is really into video games and legos.

Elena loves to talk and be with her friends. She is a excellent runner. She excels at violin and piano. She enjoys reading and writing stories. And how can I forget texting on her phone!

Adelyn really loves art and crafts. She loves to sing! She is wonderful at the harp and piano. She can get along with anyone no matter the age! She is a loving and caring person.

Leslie is my little sweet heart. She so kind to everyone. She makes people feel loved!

Michael loves to see how things work. He is a go getter kind of person! But he will stop and give me cuddles and kisses to my hearts content!

Kids Group Photo

I honestly can't pick a favorite! I like both of them for different reasons! I took the girl's out of school early for this. They loved that! Actually this was one of the easiest photo shoots ever with my kiddos!

Extra From the Photo Shoot

So here is an extra picture from the photo shoot I did with the kids. They wanted to climb on it and take a piture. So I thought why not! Michael's face cracks me up!

The kids and I were driving past the lake by our house and I just had to stop and take this picture. But it doesn't do it justice. It was way for beautiful in real life!

Thanksgiving

I LOVE that we have some family around for holidays! It really makes it special!

Classic Joe!

Arms Stretched Out

Don and I did this for him to use as a teaching aid.

Daddy and Hyrum

Don wanted a picture of just him and Hyrum together. We have one when Hyrum was a little toddler. Where they are in church clothes and both wearing the same colors. So that is why we took this one.

Elena's 12th Birthday

All she wanted was a phone for her birthday! And that was all she got!! But she had to wait for her dad to take her and get one.

Scouts

I can't believe it! Hyrum is now in scouts!!! He was so excited. We went and got his clothes and he loves to wear the whole uniform.

Flower Girls

I love my mom! I know that she will always be there for me. She is some one I look up too and want to be like. That is why we have given 2 of our precious daughters names after her. The name Elena comes from her.

Hyrum's 8th Birthday and His Baptism

This is so Hyrum! When he was little he tried so hard not to smile. Now he will let himself get so excited that his whole body gets into it!

Yes I know! I should've been better and wrapped them. But in my defense it was a rough time with the little kids. I just couldnt do it!

He melts my heart! Love you Hyrum!

We were so happy that we had family come to his baptism!!