Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Birthday Girl

27 you say? Married with two kids. A busy housewife and mother. Always Smiling. Helpful and Willing. Never a Dull Moment in Her Presence. Giggling, but Opinionated. Sensible and Loving. Wiser than her 27 years.

Poor Amy is at the end of a slew of birthdays in our family. By the time we get to hers.....we are all tired of the birthday thing. But she is none the less loved and appreciated! Actually, it was a good excuse this year to leave the house and go shopping with no eye on the clock. It has been a long time since we have both done that.

Our family adores Amy. We all count on her for our creative edge when it comes to invitations, lesson visuals, flyers, blogs, or general cuteness. Amy answers the call! She is a whiz at designing pretty much anything on her computer. I'm surprised I can claim her as my child since I don't have a clue when it comes to computer foo foo!

She is just getting over the birth of her recent little Miss, while handling her active 2-year-old. She has done such a great job at juggling two...or maybe I haven't witnessed many melt-downs...which is it???? Anyway...she gets over it and moves on.

I know she is waiting for this little shout-out on my blog....so here goes

Happy Birthday Amy.......there you go 27-year-old!


Thursday, May 21, 2009

Summer....It's Here

School's Out!
whoop! whoop!



Saturday, May 16, 2009

Eagle Boys

I can honestly say with overwhelming
happiness and relief......
IT'S OVER!!!


They passed their Board of Reviews
with Flying Colors


Salute the New Eagles!




Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Happy Birthday Max-a-Millan

Okay, really, do we have too many birthdays in May???? It is a very busy month as we celebrate every occasion!
Happy Day....it is Max's Birthday!

This guy wears many hats! Husband, Father, Bishop, Financial Provider, Counselor, Grandpa, School Car Pool Driver, Lawyer Man, Wrestling Rah Rah Man, Cookie Maker, Steak Cooker, Wanna Be Tennis Player, Exercise Dude (spinning), Pool Basketball Boy, Ping Pong Partner, Loan Officer, and.....He's His Own Man! (he he he)

It has virtually been a roller coaster these past 6 years as he has served as Bishop of our Ward. He is fabulous! Word has it that he is the longest running Bishop in this Stake of ours.....and no release yet! He is constantly busy with the duties that go along with his calling. We have been the beneficiaries of wonderful blessings and have made many long-lasting friendships during his "bishoping!" Our Ward LOVES Him....and so do I.

He is a great husband and father. Really, he has made so many sacrifices in his family's behalf. Frankly, he is worn out, but still keeps going. What a guy! We all love him soooo much.
Happy Birthday to our One and Only!

A few pictures of favorite memories with our family.....Switzerland, Newport and Montana!








Monday, May 11, 2009

Sixteen

The day has arrived......he can date, he can drive, he's smiling, he's happy, he's spoiled but he is loved! Kev boy is sixteen.

What to do for a sixteen-year-old??? Read on.

I purchased some ever-so-wonderful gift cards that I knew he would love! I went to the scrapbook store (yes!) and die cut some funky envelopes to hold the gift cards.
I called some random girl friends (found on his contact list while he was asleep) acquainted with Kev to help me out!

During each break between classes at school, one of the girls walked up to Kev and gave him a little birthday envelope. At first he was wondering.... what the heck???? And then he got the idea. At lunch I brought him a pizza and one of the girls delivered a big cookie from Paradise Bakery while he was eating lunch. The gifts continued throughout the day until school was over. Kevin came home smiling!

Before Kevin's school let out, "The Boyer Girls" came over and did a number on Kev's room. It was sooooo cute. They were excited! They had banners, streamers, ballons and witty comments that they decorated Kevin's room with. What cute little kiddos. They did a fabulous job with birthday decor. Kev was touched! It was extra effort on Julie's part.....it was 103 degrees outside, she had to get Riley out of school early, and Sophie was not feeling well at all. Thanks for the effort Julie! Our family is suffering from the flu bug!!!






Now for a comment or two from the Mom....
Kev is an awesome 16-year-old! (except he wants a dog!) I appreciate his willingness to be helpful, obedient and pretty much do anything we ask him to do. It's tough being an "only child" at this point in his life. He has great friends that fill in for the brother/sister thing. He has worked hard this year in school and on the wrestling team. He received the Outstanding JV Wrestler Award and no doubt he deserved it. The grandkids adore him and I love him like no other! Happy Birthday Sixteen Year Old!


Sunday, May 10, 2009

Happy Mother's Day

I love my daughters....including Julie! Mother's Day is the perfect time to tell them so......! I admire and love them for all sorts of reasons. Here are a few......

Lindsey is a "YES" girl. She is always willing to help out, even if it is not convenient for her. She will go out of her way to make sure everyone else is happy at her expense.


She is talented and shares her talents with everyone else. She takes extra time to make sure her photography is perfect and her clients are pleased.

She has many friends who love her. She is easy to talk to and a good listener and will sympathize with your situation....most likely she has been there too! I love to talk to her....maybe vent is a better word! Love the listening ear, Linds!

She is a wonderful Mom who shows love and concern for her children. She gives them all her time and energy to make sure they have everything they need to be happy. She is tireless in taking care of her new little boy. Her efforts have paid off...he is a little gem! She has a beautiful family.

Julie......my daughter-in-law. I love this girl. She is diligent, orderly, and a wonderful Mom.
She runs a tight ship (Ryan included). I smile as she keeps her family organized and on task. Sometimes I try and take a page from her book.....but it doesn't work as well for me??????

She is always willing to do her part. She is dependable and super fun to have around. The conversation is always good when she is part of the group. And.....she is skinny! Yeah, I'm just jealous!

She loves and cares for her children with great patience. I admire her diligence in teaching her children Gospel Principles. My grandchildren will be well schooled!

I also love the fact that she takes time for herself. She has discovered the "exercise" world and loves to run. She has taken the opportunity to enter a few races. She takes it seriously and Ryan supports her.

We missed Julie at our Mother's Day Dinner....she had some sick kiddos!

Amy is our new little "Mom" I can't believe she has 2 kids already!

She is a diligent, dedicated little mother. She goes the extra mile to make sure her little scooby understands this crazy world. She is not hurried or frazzled or quick to dismiss his wants and needs. The great thing is her time and effort pays off in Scooby's behavior.

She is a little ball of energy. She giggles when she talks and is a social butterfly. She is fun to be around. She has strong opinions and doesn't hestitate to share them....good or bad! She has a happy outlook on life in most situations.

She is fun to "swim and lunch" with. This is a must! Although those times are becoming few and far...those kids!!!!

She has a wonderful spiritual streak inside that shows itself often. I appreciate the fact that she is always ready to stand her ground. Love ya Ames.

Happy Mother's Day to my sweet girls!


Wednesday, May 6, 2009

WHAT?!?!

Umm...I'm not certain where that last post came from, but it wasn't me.  It is still a mystery as to who posted & how they did it, but let it be known it will be solved.

Monday, May 4, 2009

Ryan Is Another Year Older!

A big Happy Birthday to Ryan today! He's another year older.....which unfortunately makes his mother a year older! Wow....the years keep moving ahead.

What can I say about Ryan? He has always been perfect and it hasn't changed. I know, I know......you are all tired of hearing it. But we do LOVE HIM! He is truly successful in all areas of his life.  The Father of four little girls who ADORE him.

These are things we LOVE about Ryan.....(I had help coming up with these!)

*His quiet Nature
*His dedication to his Church calling(s)
*His daddy skills
*His lawyering with the best of 'em
*Shooting a basket with rolled up socks and declaring... "If I make this basket the Sun's will win the Championship!"
*"You're A Willis!"
*The creation and initiation of "The Hand Dance" performed at wedding receptions everywhere!
*Founder and President of the "Bare Bones Club"
*His secret desire to sport a "rat tail"
*His love for Chips Ahoy cookies

*He is fun to be around because we love to talk and He doesn't!
*Julie....does he still cry if he isn't in bed by 10?
*Ryan loves Christmas....we have his gift narrowed down to a pair of new roller blades or a jean jacket!

*Kevin said....Mom! Why do you do these Gay Posts!


Happy Birthday Ryan!

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