Family Pictures

Done by the beautiful Brienne Poole, go here to see her work! Oh I love these so much. My kids were actually cooperative and loved little Ms. Brienne. I do have to say I like being on the other end of this much better. My whole day I was stressed about making sure my kids got rest so they wouldn't lose it by the end of the night. And making sure we were all ready to go and be out the door on time. So this helped give me a little compassion on my clients, you have it much harder than me. Anyways enjoy just a few of my favorites!

Olivia's first day of Preschool..

To say she was even excited would be an understatement. Liv couldn't wait to get out of my car and go to school. I was lucky to even get these pictures because she was hurrying so fast to get inside. I think I was just as excited as her, because for me I had a whole two and a half hours to myself. I hate to see my kids grow up, but man it is kind of nice to have this freedom while they are gone!

First day of Kindergarten..

The day has finely come! Owen has been on the countdown now for weeks. Yesterday his nerves were a little strong and the poor guy hardly ate a thing. But this morning he was up and ready and couldn't wait to go. I gave in and let him pick his outfit, does he look sporty or what? First day was a success! I asked him if he had fun or was it a little boring, he replied kind of both.

Too young to drive.

While I was having a great time in Minnesota with my Sister in law, I get a text from Chris that said, " You are not going to believe what just happened." In a panic I called him to ask what was wrong. Well Olivia thought it would be fun to take the car for a spin. Somehow she was able to get it in neutral which brought the car to move down the driveway onto the neighbors sidewalk and then back up to the bottom of our driveway. Chris heard her crying as she was walking up the driveway, just to find that the car was no longer in the garage. I asked her over the phone if she was scared, and she replied yes I then asked if she would ever do it again and she replied yes. This is just an example of how are little Liv is. She is 3 years old and has already made the first attempt to drive our car isn't that a little young? I am just so grateful no one was playing in our yard and that no one got hurt. I wish Chris took pictures, but I am sure they were all just a little shaken up. Lets just hope this is the last time Liv attempts to do something like this!

Olivia turns 3

Olivia is now 3 years old! She was so excited for her birthday party. We invited a couple of friends and cousins over to celebrate with us. I don't think I have ever seen someone burn through opening presents like her. She loved all of her presents, and chooses something different every night to sleep with her, even if it is a Dora racquetball.
Olivia's birthday itinerary:
Wake up with curlers still intact.
Owen attempts to get her dressed in soccer uniform, but mom protests that she needs to look like a princess on her birthday.
Play with Hunter and pull his hair.
Eat cinnamon rolls with Dad.
Get beautiful for her party.
Guests arrive.
Have a fun filled birthday party with presents, games, and cupcakes.
Friends leave.
Read stories with Dad.
Take a good nap.
Go swimming at the rec. center.
Meet Grandma and Grandpa Conger at JCWs for dinner.
Go swimming at our pool.
Go to bed with a bed full of new toys and a big smile!
Liv I am so in love with you. And even though you can make me cry and want to pull my hair out, I am so grateful for you and that you are mine forever! Love you and Happy Birthday.

Bunny Bradley.

Probably most have you heard already, but Bunny Bradley passed away early this morning. I can't stop thinking about her and her family. It puts life in perspective real quick. Please help out her Husband Luke, and beautiful children by donating to any Zions bank.

Thanks Everyone. I love you Er Bear. Your heart is so sweet and I am so lucky to have a friend like you!

Prayers please...

I called my best friend this morning just to chat, when I knew in a minute something was wrong. Her beautiful sister in law was in a bad bicycle accident this morning and we need every ones prayers. She is a young mother with two beautiful kids and a loving husband. My heart has been hurting all day, I want to help in anyway, but know that this is the best I can do. Please remember her in your prayers today and hold your little ones close.

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Dutch oven night with friends.

This last Saturday night we went to AF canyon to enjoy some time with friends. We are just so lucky to have friends that our amazing cooks, go here to see what they had in store for us. While the adults enjoyed talking amongst ourselves the little ones were off exploring in the woods. We had so much fun. I could do that every weekend, as long as the Clements were cooking!
Love these photos of the cute little girlies, Dayna just woke up so she was just warming up a bit.

Bryce Canyon

This last weekend we were able to go to Bryce Canyon with my parents. And me being a photographer I was so excited to take pictures, but about 45 minutes into our drive I realized I left my camera at home. I wanted to cry! Everywhere I looked I would say to myself, Wow that would make a beautiful picture. So this post I will have no pictures attached to it. Other than that we had a great time. There were moments though I wish I left my kids at home. I know they are young but I just wanted them to enjoy every moment there and instead we had a lot of melt downs from Liv. She either wanted her Binky or me to hold her. One night at the rodeo I saw a mother drag her cranky 3 year old out and I went up to her and gave her a big hug and told her I felt her pain. She started to cry and it made me realize I am not alone being a struggling parent with a 2 almost 3 year old. She is a lot easier to take care of when I am in the comfort of my home, because her time out chair is a very familiar place for her. And lucky for me she actually listens and obeys that rule.

My parents are really the best because our first hike wasn't that successful with Owen and Liv they watched them early one morning so me and Chris could go on a nice long hike. Oh it was so nice, and I am so sad I don't have any pictures from it! We also enjoyed swimming, hot tubbing, rodeo, four wheeler rides, hikes, fireworks, and yummy food. Thanks Mom and Dad for a wonderful trip!


When she is having a good moment, oh is she sweet. I could just eat her up in these pictures, I love her!!
Pictures taken tonight for her 3rd birthday coming up...

Lunch at Grandma and Grandpas and mishaps with Liv...

Owen and Liv are always so happy to go to their Grandparents house. Today it was so nice to just sit out on their porch and eat lunch. As you can tell they enjoyed their dessert very much. Remember chocodiles? Couldn't resist snapping pictures of them with the chocolate stuck in their teeth!
This last couple of weeks have been a little tough with my Liv, and I knew that I should document some of the stuff because I will probably laugh about it later. She is definitely my clumsy one and doesn't like Chris or I to help. She is very independent. Here is just to name a few as of what has been going on with her..
~Hiking on Monday and hit her nose directly on a rock, ouch. Thought it was broken, but just a little bruised and bloody.
~Got a nice black eye from falling off our bar stools the other night.
~Bites Owen every chance she can get, and when I try to discipline her she just smirks.
~Tells me I am not her friend.
~Can't get rid of the Binky. To be honest I don't really want to because how nice is it that I can stick it in her mouth so I can I have a break from her bossing everyone around.
~When I am on the phone or in the car she needs my attention at once yelling Mom over and over until I answer or cry.
~Beats up on Hunter, and trys to hurt his neutered pee pee.
~smacks me right in the face after licking too much of her ice cream cone. (Oh and this one had a nice big audience.)
And those are just a few of the things. So I have only 19 years to go until we are best friends like me and my mom! I can wait that long, right? Oh yes because I do have those moments where she'll look at me and tells me she loves me and then I'll get a nice poke in the eye..

Just thought I would share.

My friend Lindsay makes the cutest accessories go to her site here to check it out. I seriously wear these earrings everyday, I absolutely LOVE them!!

The Wonder Women

I really can't believe how hard this race was. After my second run I thought there is no way I can run another 6 miles. I had to really dig deep, but I am so glad I finished! And a big high five to Andrea and Jocelyn who had to run up the Ragnar hill, it seriously was so brutal. My whole car did so awesome, and I'm so glad I got to do this with all of them!

Awww the blessed finish line..