Updates! (A lot of em')

We have had a crazy month of May! We had Chase's 8th birthday, Belle's kindergarten graduation, then Chase's baptism. We ended up going camping the weekend of Chase's birthday and we celebrated it up there. He had fun with his cousins and presents. He was also very excited to get baptized, which is really awesome! It was such a great day. Chase's cousin Brody was baptized the same day, we went to Brody's then Chase's and it was great. We had our family there and the spirit was there as well making the day so special for him. I hope he remembers it. I also was able to get a picture of Chase with his dad, two grandpas and one great grandpa. He is a lucky little guy to have so many people that love him and support his decision to join the church. Thank you family for your loving support, you guys are awesome:)

This is Belle with her teacher Mrs. Conrad. She is really sad to leave her class.

Chase and his dad:)

Chase and his cousin Brody. They are really good friends.

Chase with his dad, my dad is on the right, Zach's dad and grandfather are on the left.

Belle's 6th Birthday!

I cannot believe my little Belle is 6 already. I still remember the day she was born, so small and absolutely perfect. I was surprised when they let me hold her after she was born and they didn't rush her off like they did Chase. I am so grateful everyday for her, she helps me out all the time and is a great big sister to Brooke. Even though Brooke doesn't do much to deserve it. There are days I think she should be in charge, she would do so much better than me. She is so much more patient than me. Happy Birthday Belle! We love you:)

Puppies (Yes, again)

Okay, so these little puppies are seriously so much fun, not to mention adorable! If you can't find me or Belle we are out with the puppies. Brookie is also a big fan of the puppies. If they are in the garage she tells me "Bring my puppy in." We were playing with them and Brooke was chasing after one of them yelling, "Puppy, i just want to kiss you." Here are a few pics of the girls with them.

Our new puppies!

Here are our two little puppies. They are two weeks old now and have their eyes open. They are so sweet:) We love them!

Merry Christmas!

We had a great Christmas! I hope yours was just as great. I asked the kids what their favorite present was, Chase, said it was his air hogs helicopter. Belle was most excited about her own digital camera. Brooke was most excited about her new "baby" that is just like Belle's with a stroller that matches Belle's as well. I got steps for my car, which is really nice. I got Zach a painting set, he has wanted to paint for a long time and I hope he will get to try it out and maybe find a hobby he enjoys. I am extremely grateful for my savior and all the blessings he gives me everyday, regardless if I truly deserve them. I hope you all had a great Christmas and felt the true spirit of the season!

New family pictures

I love and hate to have new pictures done. I am always glad when we have them, but it's a pain getting the kids to cooperate and actually smile on Que. They turned out cute and I love the one with Zach and the girls!

Updates

Sorry, I have been a major slacker lately. So, here are a few updates on us. Chase made his first goal last night in his soccer game!! He is liking school and has plenty of friends. Belle is in kindergarten and she really likes school as well, (Although she is NOT a morning person at all) I have a hard time with her sometimes because she is so mean! And last but not least is Brooke, she is busy having fun and creating chaos. She loves messes and to tell me No. But, she is so dang cute it's hard to be mad. Zach is working a lot as usual and is getting ready for the hunt, keep your fingers crossed that he gets a deer:) I am busy keeping the kids clean, fed, homework done, etc... When I do find some time i have been sewing a little. So, here is Brooke modeling them off for you. Also, I am still working on Voyage Academy and trying with the rest of the board to get it approved! So, if you know of anyone interested in helping or potential teachers who would like a job there when it opens let us know. We are having fun and enjoying life as a family.

Princess Festival

Belle had the opportunity to attend the Princess festival with her Grandpa Rick and Grandma Marilyn this past Saturday. They called and invited her and cousin Bre to go with them. They brought up princess dresses to wear and away they went. They were able to meet Cinderella and Rapunzel and many more princesses and prince's. Also, captain hook and peter pan. Belle had a great time and Bre told us that it was "freakin awewome." This is something I know Belle will remember. They received a book that all the characters can sign and then they can get a picture with them as well. Belle, being so shy only took one with Cinderella and that was it. At one point her Uncle Derrick carried her because her feet were tired. Thanks Derrick:) Thank you Rick and Marilyn for such a special day!

Belle graduated!

Belle graduated preschool yesterday and is on her way to kindergarten. She is sooo excited to go to school, but is really sad she will not have Miss Monique as her teacher. Her teacher was great! Belle is serious and is very much a perfectionist, Miss Monique would tell me the funniest things. She told me that the kids were painting their names and that she would not stop until every tiny part was painted.

They all had parts of a Dr. suess book, each child had a different line. She was really nervous to say her line with all the parents there. So, I told her I would pay her 5 bucks if she could do it, and she did! (Who says bribing doesn't work) We went for her kindergarten test and she aced it. She is one bright little girl and I can't wait to see what she ends up doing with her life. She is just the best!

Sorry about my camera, it is not taking good pics recently. I think it's time for a new one. The good pics were taken by my friend Ash! Thanks:)

Chase and sports

This kids loves to play sports. He recently played soccer for the second time and really likes it. He is number three in the pics. He is a good little player when he wants to be. He has also played goalie and blocked a few good ones. But, his first love is Baseball, the kid has an arm. (do not play catch if you don't have a mitt:)) Baseball does run in the Hamblin side, so I am not too surprised. He really would like to play baseball and football on a team, so maybe soon he will be on a team.

Chase also just turned 7 and got a new baseball and bat, a basketball and some Harry potter legos. He really had a great b-day.