Sunday Best

Grandma's House

Cedar City Grandma's and Grandpa's are the best! And Aunt Aimee and Uncle Robbie are awesome.

Abigail is 7!

Abigail is the sweetest, most bouncy little girl in our family. She is generally quiet and obedient, unless it is time for theatrics or playing with her sisters. One of her best qualities is that she never complains. With ten kids in the house that is such a huge blessing. Abigail has a serious reading addiction that we are happy to feed. She is always willing to lend a hand and especially loves taking care of her babies. She is totally a free spirit who loves to cart wheel all over the house.

Happy 8th Birthday Isaac! (Boo boo)

Isaac was able to be baptized on his bday! We were thankful to have Kellie and Jesse with us to celebrate this special occasion. Joshua and Chantelle sang I am a Child of God accapella with our friend Laura Denise. Weare so proud of him for deciding to become a member of the church.

Isaac is so fun and dynamic. His infectious smile and laughter always raise your spirits. The way his brain functions is a mystery and a treat. You NEVER know what will come out of his mouth. The other day he told me he never wants to die, because then he couldn't eat anymore. His love of food is second only to his family. He takes care of everyone and is the ultimate peace maker.

He has all kinds of funny sayings like he is afraid to go to jubity. Juvenile dention.

We love this dude!

Back to School and the City is Safe

WARNING! Due to the graphic nature of this post,  sensitive readers may not want to continue.

I took all ten of our kids to Costco by myself. It really was terrifying to all the Costco shoppers that were there, I am sure. A few of them were almost taken out by one of our very heavy carts. The people who gave out the samples seem terrified that they would run out or accidentally trigger food allergies in one of the ten since they didn't always know whose children they seemed to be. Xander got a new Batman hoodie and was wrestling his three brothers in the middle of the aisle. The three little girls thought that climbing various dangerously high pallets was a good idea, as well as climbing in the giant freezers. I was asked at least a dozen times if "all those kids are mine." I like to change my answer as my mood dictates and today the reply was, no, they just keep following me around.

For this reason, and some broken bones and having to say things like, Don't tie up your brother, I LOVE SCHOOL! I love fall weather, football, and hoodies. School is the most beautiful word in the English language. And Costco customers in KC will be thankful too.

Joshua Turns 10

Joshua is the most amazing son. He is sweet and kind. He is super sensitive and a great listener. He loves, soccer, tennis, football and all things sports. Of course BYU is his team because it is his dad's alma mater. Joshua spends hours reading. He happily plays with his younger brothers and sisters, especially the babies. He has a wicked, cool dance style all his own that is a cross between popping and interpretative dance. Joshua has the best sense of humor and you never know when he may surprise you with it. He has a beautiful singing voice that he shares with everyone. We you more than the whole universe.

Boo Boo Runs A 5K

Isaac actually ran at least 4 and a half miles. Chantelle is training them all! They are going to start their own long distance team.