A new begining.....

2010-06-18T11:21:00.001-07:00

Updates

2010-06-14T07:12:00.000-07:00

I found this new photographer. She was awesome. What do you think?

These were taken last week in Utah.

Cache 4 yr- Aleah 7yr- Jayden 9 yr

The photographer's name is Karie Harmon..........

We went to Utah last week for Piper's blessing. This is Aleah holding Piper at a get together with friends and family. Check out the others too.

This year we had all 3 kids playing soccer. You'd think it would be crazy, but it wasn't too bad.

We were very busy.

Cache's 1st season. This kid has some endurance. His legs may be short, but he just keeps going.

Aleah's 1st season also. At the 1st practice or 2 I was pretty worried that we made a mistake. Aleah was so far from wanting anything to do with the ball. By the end of the season she was one of the top players on her team. She got the award for most improved.

This was Jayden's 4th season. He did really well. Much faster and more aggressive than he was at 6 yrs old. He played on a team with kids from ages 8-13. He kept up with all of them.

Way to go kids. We really enjoyed watching all of them grow and enjoy themselves.

See ya next time........

Summer so far, part 2

2009-06-27T15:40:00.001-07:00

Happy Father's Day.....

We celebrated father's day while we were camping at Ragged Mtn. (church property).

The kids got Jay and nice tie and a new mouse pad with pictures of them on it.

Here we are at Ragged Mountain. I'm not gonna go into detail about every picture, they pretty much speak for themselves. We had a great time, we did the whole fire thing, (smores and foil dinners) we fished and fished and fished some more. Jayden caught his firtst fish ever all by himself. We also caught 3 others. We cooked them up, I had NO CLUE Cache loves fish so much, the kid went crazy. We also went on a zip line over the Lake, it was a blast. The kids were talking about that for days after. We try to do this once a year, yet this year we lucked out and are going again in September. Can't wait.....

CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP

Jayden was able to go to camp after all. We didn't find out until last minute, but we made it. It turns out that his cousins Seth and Rylan were there too.

He had a great time, he got to shoot bow and arrows, shoot bee bee guns, learn knots, make things, play games and eat. What fun.

Jayden and Tyler

Our summer so far......

2009-06-27T14:25:00.000-07:00

The month of June has been pretty eventful for us. So far July is looking pretty slow. We went to the Mariner's game when they were playing in Denver. Wish we could say they won. The kids loved singing the song, "Take me out to the ball game". We had an interesting time. We had tornato weather warnings so the whole statium had to evacuate until it was safe to return. The rest of the game was beautifully sunny!!
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off
Aleah and Jayden expressing their feelings
Jayden wanted a new bike, so we told him if he earns enough, we'll pay the other half. I have never seen this work so diligent. For the next 3 days he continued asking me what chore he could do next. I got to the point where I had to start making things up. But he did it. This was a proud moment for Jayden (us too).

Tiffany this is for you!!! Did you know Doug looked so natural in pink?

( I told you I'd do it, Doug)

Aleah's Dance Show, she was in a tap/ballet class. She liked both but loved TAP because of the noisey shoes. I think next year we'll put her in hip-hop.

First in ballet, than tap pictures. She is on the far left in all pictures.

Her teacher Audra and friends

The circus

Aleah is right in the middle in the teal colored shirt.

House for Sale

2009-06-09T12:40:00.001-07:00

Here they are Bill.....
For more details contact Jay at 970-216-6144.

2009-06-09T12:37:00.000-07:00

I'm back!!

2009-04-24T09:09:00.000-07:00

For those of you who haven't given up on me, these are for you.......

Here is a run down of what we've been up to the last 5 months!!

Jayden wrestling his first match. Jayden did much better on the mat

than at practice, we were pleasantly surprised..

Fun for Jayden's 8th Birthday. We took him bowling as a

family and he invited one friend, Tyler Kidd.

For spring break the kids and I went to Seattle for the first time

in 3 1/2 yrs. This was the first time ALL 21 grandchildren have

been together at one time. It was a mad house but also a lot of fun. We went to the Great Wolf Lodge (HUGE indoor water park) with my family. It would have been perfect if Jay was there with us and if Cache was a yr or two older. He was pretty clingy, but what can I say, he loves his mom. When we visit familyit makes me wish we lived closer, not in Seattle though. We also saw G & G Harmon.They took us to Chuck E Cheese for Jayden and Cache's birthdays, then on Sunday we went to church with them and celebrated with Cake and Ice Cream.

These are just a few of the Biddulph/Penz cousins.

This is all of them!!!!!

I can't believe I am old enough to have a kid in cub scouts. Jayden is

really excited to be involved. This was at his "Pinewood Derby" activity. I think next year he will be a lot more in to it now that he knows what it's like. He came in 4th, not too bad.

Cache's 3rd Birthday

He has grown up so fast. Of course it's fun seeing him

tag alone with Jayden and Aleah and want to do what they do, yet it's

going too fast considering he is our last..

Jayden recieved an award at school for greatest improvement in his writing.

His teacher Mrs. Ellis calls him her "3rd grade writer" Jayden is pretty

proud of that and he should be, he works really hard.

Jayden's baptism

Wow, this kid is a spiritual giant. He amazes me with the

questions and comments he has to say about the gospel. We've

had some pretty cool talks!!!!

Some of the Harmon family that were able to make it to Jayden's

baptism along with my Dad and Saundra.

Easter started out with coloring eggs with Teyah and Ryder

Longtin.

Aleah thought it would be pretty neat to have both the Easter bunny and

the Tooth fairy to come visit.

Easter Morning before church. Cache wasn't wanting to

cooperate for the pictures, he was having a bad morning.

After church

Not sure what they were trying to be. But it was still cute.

Kids wanted to play hide-n-seek and this is where I found them.

Another season of baseball. This year is Coach pitch, no more T-ball.

(well, until Aleah or Cache want to play)

Until next time......... I'm not promising any dates.......

Harmon Home

2008-12-11T12:43:00.000-08:00

Typical night at our house. Every night the kids beg Dad to wrestle with them.They've got hurt a few times, but so has DAD!!!

Running in Winter Wonder Land

2008-12-11T12:21:00.000-08:00

Last night the kids and I went to Stocker Stadium for a city track meet. We've never done anything like this before and the kids LOVED it ( I did too). Here is a clip of Cache finishing the 200 meter (1/2 lap of the track). He really enjoyed himself. He was all smiles. It was hilarious.

I also took video of Jayden and Aleah, just not sure what happened to it. Here are some shots of the race. Forgive the photographer, some of these pictures are horrible. Santa even came to cheer on the kids, oh and hand out candy canes.

Tyler and Jayden Aleah

Cache
Jayden & Aleah
Waiting for the next race

Cache and Carson

Everyone that participated. There weren't as many as usual, It was an extra chilling night.

Yeah, Santa..

Enjoying some hot coco after they we're done with the races.

Better late than never

2008-11-19T13:29:00.000-08:00

Jay & I have been married for 11 yrs

3 months & 2 dys.

This month we finally had the opportunity to celebrate our 10 yr

Anniversary. Like I said, "Better late than never".

Something I admire about Jay is his devotion, faithfullness and support.

He's always there to stand by your side. Even if you're the Seattle

Seahawks with a horrible record of 2 wins/ 8 loses. Yes, there is frustration and

sadness, but he WILL NOT give up on them. He is loyal!!!

So of course we started out our 8 day vacation with the Dolphin/Seahawk

game in Miami. Too bad they lost by 2, but at least they can say they put

up a good fight. I surprised myself by how much fun I had. Jay got me my

own pink jersey. It was crazy being in a crowd of

Dolphin fans and being the minority, but we had a blast!! One of my top

highlights.....
Check us out.....

Monday we climbed aboard our cruise ship in Miami.

There we sailed off into the world of relaxation.

"THE BAHAMAS"

Here are some pictures of us departing...

Nassau

This was the first Island we visited. It was beautiful, see for yourself.

Here we shopped, walked around, went to the beach and saw

some pretty crazy things that gave us some good laughs.

We took this picture for the kids to help them get a better idea

of HOW big our ship really was. They said, "Dad looks like an ant".

Can you see him? Jay swam out there pretty far. Crazy guy!

I wasn't as brave as Jay. We jumped some pretty big waves.

There were fish swimming around us, Jay tried catching

one with his hands. Good luck babe!

On the ship

Shots taken here and there during our time on

the ship.

Me, eating one of MANY ice cream cones.

At a Broadway show

Wow! Sorry ladies he's taken!

Through thick & thin, we stick together.
Dinner

"ELEPHANT"

Every night we'd come back to our room and

find mints on our pillows and an animal made out

of towels. Pretty creative.

Freeport Island

Our 2nd day out we were scheduled to spend the day

on the ship's private Island. Because of rocky waters, we were

unable to dock. Freeport was the 3rd Island we visited. Here we

went on a 13 mile bike ride around town. I got fried. Not very smart

on my part.

May I help you?

Let's get going. Follow me...

"I love my bike" This was Jay's bell on his bike.

I didn't get a bell...

I took this picture while riding my bike. I took some others

of Jay & I while riding, but Jay didn't like wouldn't

let me share. I thought they looked cool.

Our bike ride ended at the beach, where we ate lunch

and spent sometime on the beach before we went shopping

in town.

I wouldn't mind one of these in my backyard.

They're almost ready for pickin.

Good bye...

Until next time

(in another 11 yrs, year 2119)

We are sad to leave. Time to get back to the REAL world.

We loved our time together but believe it or not, we

are looking forward to being with our kids again.

They complete us!!!

Halloween

2008-11-19T08:59:00.000-08:00

Church Halloween Party

Here we are with some friends @ the trunk or treat

and haunted house!!

Jayden & Tyler

Aleah & Teyah

Teyah, Aleah & Ryder

Linkoln & Cache

Linkoln & Carson are Cache's body guards. It

doesn't show in this picture, but they both sky

over him. They're all within 6 months from apart.

Elise, Jayden, Aleah, Teyah and Mary outside

the haunted house.

Us at home.....

We always wanted 2 girls!!! Jayden thought it would

be fun to try on Aleah's Hannah Montana wig.

After trick or treating!!

Elephant, Hannah Montana & Darth Vadar.

Aleah & Jayden

Anyone want a hug?

Bucno Party!!

My costume was put together in about 5 mins. Last minute

Michelle called to see what I was dressing up as. Of course

I said "NOTHING". (lame I know) Well she didn't go for

that, so here we are. A ghost and a over worked house wife.

Look closely for the baby and black circles under my eyes.

Here's the group!! We missed you this year Tiffany!

Hope you had a happy halloween.

THIS IS FOR YOU "MOM & DAD"

2008-10-08T09:08:00.000-07:00

Jay's parents are very pro-active with food storage (which they should be). They found out that we didn't have much. So can you guess what happened? Yep! We heard the talk about the importance of food storage, it was filled with nothing but concern from loving parents who are looking out for our well being. So here you go!!! It feels good to know we are on the road to being better prepared for "who knows what" lies ahead. We're promised if we do our part and keep our covents there's no need to fear!! Thanks Mom and Dad for the corrrection and encouraging words. We love you too!!

30 / love

2008-10-02T09:06:00.000-07:00

Jayden decided he wanted to try something new. We missed out on flag football and he's done with soccer, so TENNIS is his new "match". I think he's pretty good, especially for a kid who's never played before. Jayden has actually inspired Jay and I to go back to our BYU days and play tennis together. Cheap date, fun too. I only wish Jay was more of a match for me!!!! Love you babe......

"Which racket will help show my talent?"

"STRREEAACCH", I'd hate to pull a muscle.

"Ooops", let's try that again.

"That's more like it!"
"Did I teach you anything new today?"
Thanks for watching, I'll see you next week!

Mom's side kick

2008-09-13T19:19:00.001-07:00

Saturday, I was mudding the drywall under our stairs. Cache decided he wanted to help me, " I paint too mom." Of course I explained to him not to touch anything especially his clothes. Well I'm not too sure if you can see it, but his pants are covered.......

Can you see the mud in his hair? We had a great time, I enjoyed having my little one by my side. Cache is probably the biggest helper of them all. He loves to be right in the middle of things helping out.

So I've been Inspired....

2008-09-11T21:21:00.000-07:00

Tonight I caught up on looking at other's blogs and I was starting to feel bad about my own. I have lost the desire alittle. I've been wrapped up with my scrapbooking. For my birthday I got some new cool stuff. But here I am staying up late just to add some new and exciting events.

*****FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL*****

Jayden's first day of the 2nd grade.... Jayden wasn't too excited to start school. I think he could have gone another couple months, NOT MOM!!!

Aleah's first day of Kindergarten. She was soooo big. She decided she wanted to ride the bus home with Jayden instead of having me pick her up. On the way to school the second day, she asked me to just drop her off and leave.... She has always been my independent one.... I'm proud of her..

The walk home from the bus stop, they look beat!! We only live 2 blocks from the bus stop!!!

*****FARMER'S MARKET***

So we've lived in Grand Junction for almost 6 yrs now and this was our first time to the farmer's market. Pathetic, I know. It was an eye opener for me. I'm use to my own bubble life that I've lost what reality is for the rest of the world. I've never seen so many tattoos, piercings, crazy hair dos, and just out of this world clothing.... I told Jay, I like living in my bubble. You'd think I never grew up in SEATTLE. I guess when your not around it you forget about it!!! We did have a good time. Of course the kids liked all the food!!! (Jay and I too)

*****Play Time*****

Cache at bedtime with a pull-up on his head. I think he forgot which end it goes on.

Jayden and Cache wrestling. It looks like Jayden may be whippin Cache, but let me tell you, Cache may be little but looks can be deceiving. He is one tough dude.

Aleah and Cache These two are such good friends

Summer days in the sun

Anybody want "smore"

2008-09-11T20:39:00.001-07:00

Last Friday Jay decided he wanted to make a fire pit in our backyard and roast hot dogs and smores. We had the activies and feel of camping right in our own backyard. We only lost a few marshmellows!!

Our kids love to go camping, I only wish we could take them more often. Hopefully this will help with their memories......

So you think you can dance!

2008-08-02T23:19:00.000-07:00

Grandpa and Grandma Harmon came for a visit this week. Grandpa decided to show Aleah some pretty neat dance steps. As Grandpa sang a beat out loud to keep his rhythm, Aleah smiled from ear to ear with joy. Grandpa made her day and she showed it by not letting him stop. She kept asking for more. Look what you started Grandpa!!!

We are happy to announce the first place "winners" are, Aleah and Grandpa Harmon. To thank them for their participation, we would like to grant them with a life time of memories. Congratulation to the both of you!!!

Biddulph Family Reunion

2008-08-01T18:12:00.000-07:00

"The Reunion"

This year my family reunion got together in Colorado Springs at a place called "Woodland". Jay wasn't able to go because work kept him home. We had a really good time. It had been 3 years since I had seen my brothers Kyle and Bryan and their families. My kids really enjoyed spending time with their cousins. Hopefully it won't take another 3 years to see my family (brothers) again.

My first Fourteener & not my last!!!

2008-07-20T13:06:00.000-07:00

July 19, 2008

"FOURTEENER"
MT. ELBERT

Mt Elbert is the third highest mt in the United States and the highest in Colorado (beating out 50+ other peaks) . Mt Elbert's peak is at the elevation of 14, 433 ft.

The day finally arrived for the hike of my life. I have been training since April with great anticipation. My group consisted of 10 women and 2 men ranging from the age of 29 to 65 yrs old. We took off Friday night, stayed in a cabin, went for dinner and retired to bed early. We woke up early at 4:45, left at 5:15 and got to the trail head by 6:00am. It was 6:30 am and the hike began.

The first half reminded me of the kind of hiking I grew up with in Seattle WA. Being surrounded by huge green pine trees and walking on dirt and roots. Colorado Hiking is very different than what I'm used too, but it's just as beautiful. Once we hit the timberline we were able to see a clear view of the bright blue sky. It was perfect weather to be out hiking, I could not have asked for a better day.

About 2/3 of the way up I started to feel the effects of the elevation. I had to slow down, drink more water(which I thought I was drinking alot already), and take more breaks (oh, and eat). Getting elevation sickness was one of my worries before starting, yet I didn't let it stop me. It took me 5 hrs to get up and 3 to get down. Yes, it took me longer but I reached my ultimate goal.

THE TOP!!

I made it!!!!Pole of Victory!

My life savers who nursed me back to health so I could finish!!! Thank you!!

Some of us on the summit!
As you can see, on top of the summit there was still some snow, it just added to the beauty.... Check out the views!

This hike will stay with me forever. It was one of the neatest experiences I've had. When I was sick, I kept asking myself, " why am I doing this? What made me want to do this? After the sickness passed, I was feeling great. I was on "top of the world". In fact I had so much energy on the way down, I ran some of the it!!! This was my first FOURTEENER but it's not my last. Jay and I are planning to hike Mt. Beirstadt sometime in September. Anyone want to join us, let us know!!!

Circus Circus in G.J.

2008-06-01T16:13:00.001-07:00

Circus Circus came to Grand Junction last weekend. The elephants were the kids favorite act. Pretty amazing huh! Well I take that back. Jayden REALLY enjoyed the clowns. He was laughing pretty hard. Jay and I actually really enjoyed it too. Although, I'm not sure I enjoyed the circus more or seeing the happiness on my kids faces. You're never too old for the circus. Jayden and Aleah are pretty reserved and shy for the most part. (in public) Yet it's fun to see them grow and come out of their shells alittle. A year ago you would not have found them taking a picture with clowns(with alittle help) or riding on ponies.

This our first picture as a family since Cache was born 27 months ago. This summer we plan to get an offical one taken.
Some friends we went to the circus with. Teyah (Aleah's best friend) and Ryder (little bro.) Longtin.

Baseball Star(S)

2008-04-24T05:30:00.001-07:00

Last night Jayden had a T-ball game. He loves it. Infact when he got his team shirt the kid wouldn't give it up. He wore it for his game, then slept in it, wore it to school the next day, wore it to bed again. He wanted to wear it to school again, but I had to draw the line. We're really glad to see he is enjoying it (ESPECIALLY JAY). Every dad wants their son to play baseball. Here are some shots!!!

After the game we headed to the car. When I turned around to check on Cache this is what I saw.
Cache is a baseball star already, or so he thinks!!

Our future Paleontologist

2008-04-19T14:42:00.000-07:00

This past week, Jayden's class had a career day. They were to dress up as what they want to be when they grow-up. If you ask Jayden what he wants to be, he'll say"I want to be a PALEONTOLOGIST, a scientist who studies dinosaur fossils." The kid knows his stuff. I've actually learned a lot, listening to him read. Whenever we go to the library, he goes straight to the dinosaur shelf. He's only 7, so things can change, but I think it would be pretty neat if he ended up doing what he's always dreamed of. FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS SON, I LOVE YOU.

I lost my first tooth!

2008-03-27T12:02:00.001-07:00

Aleah has been working on this tooth for the past 3 wks. She was really good at letting me help her wiggle it. Jayden wouldn't let me get NEAR his. Both Jayden and Aleah have lost their first tooth, the March before they started Kindergarden. I guess that's how it works when you get your first tooth at 4 months old. Aleah is pretty excited to be like her brother. The tooth on the right next to the one she lost, is about to come out too. It is REALLY loose. We'll see how long it takes.

Easter's Fun and Games

2008-03-26T20:24:00.000-07:00

Sunday after church I MADE the kids take some pictures before they could eat or change their clothes. It's always nice to have some nice Easter pictures (more to scrapbook). You'd think they'd be use to their mother's obession for pictures by now. They'll love it, if not now, they will later when they're older looking at their scrapbooks and showing their kids how cute they were when they were kids.

CHEESE!
Blowing bubbles that the Easter Bunny brought!
Stretch Jayden! You almost got it!
Cache was hillarious to watch. He wasn't too sure what to do at first, but once we showed him what to do the kid took off. The kids were allowed to find 12 eggs each, of course because Cache can't count he ended up with 17. He went to town, he is our little go getter. It was very entertaining to watch.
Aleah wasn't far behind Cache. She knew exactly what to do and she did it. Aleah is very sweet just like the candy in her eggs.

We hope you had a wonderful Easter Day!!

Our 2 year old Easter Buddy!!!

2008-03-25T20:45:00.000-07:00

This year Cache lucked out (if that's what you'd call it?) by having his birthday on EASTER! Since it was a Sunday we celebrated on Saturday with a egg hunt and cupcakes. I felt pretty bad for the kid, it wasn't until about 1pm on Sun. did I realize that Cache hadn't opened his presents yet. Forgetful mom. Good thing he's only 2, he forgave me. Here are some pictures of our little guys day.....

Michelle and I made these adorable cupcakes for Cache.

When we lit the candles Jayden was very concerned that Cache was going to touch the flame. In every picture except this one, Jayden is holding Caches hands back so he won't touch the flame. Good thing for big brothers!!

Aunt Kim and family gave Cache a coloring book, crayons and play-doh. He LOVES to color. G & G Harmon gave Cache a gift card. Until he can voice an opinion on what he wants, I get to choose. Thanks for the summer sandels.

Cache enjoys building things and he is pretty good at it, so we got him his very own blocks. (Poor kid gets all the hand-me-downs.) It's amazing how high he can build a tower before it falls over.

Thanks for my presents guys!!!

Pizza, Presents and Cake

2008-03-15T08:56:00.000-07:00

PRESENTS!!

This year Jayden wanted a skate board and a new dinosaur for his birthday. How easy he is to please. Again, Jayden chose Pizza for his birthday dinner. I was glad because after a long day at the zoo I wasn't up to making a special meal.

G & G Harmon gave him a gift card to Mc D's and Target

From Aunt Kim, Uncle Jacob and girls (she's pregnant with a boy after having 4 girls)

CAKE TIME!

Again this year Jayden wanted to decorate his cake. I think this will become a tradition of ours. I don't mind, makes it easy on me.

Happy 7th Birthday Jayden!

Jayden said he had a really good birthday!!

7 years old and growing

2008-03-15T07:56:00.000-07:00

For spring break we went to Colorado Springs to visit my sister and go to our concert in Denver. (thanks Kim for watching our kids, so we could go). While we were there Jayden had his 7th Birthday. Hard to believe one more year and he'll be baptized.

Jayden chose to go to the zoo in Col. Springs. The giraffes were spectacular. We've never seen anything like this before (it even beat feeding the crocodiles in Florida) It took Jayden awhile to decide to feed them crackers. He finally realized they weren't going to bite his hand. Cache tried until he saw their long tongues, Aleah settled to watch.

There was more, Jay counted a total of 14 giraffes

Rockin' Fun

2008-03-15T07:46:00.000-07:00

Last weekend, Jay and I went to the Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban concert. We really went for Carrie, Jay has been a fan of her's since day one on American Idol(our favorite show). She was so cute and fun to see. There is something so sweet about her. Maybe because she's so humble and loveable. We were surprised by Keith Urban. Neither of us had really listen to a lot of his music before. Infact I figure I better go buy a CD before hand so we could get alittle familiar with his music. It worked. He was rockin'. He is awesome on the guitar. AMAZING actually. Some people are so blessed with musical talent. Both Jay and I are converted to being Keith Urban fans now. It was a very romantic, energetic and exciting night for us. We can't wait to go again. We have tickets for Celion Dion in November. She'll be fun, but in a different way from Keith. We had a blast!! Wish you guys could have been there with us.

Kyla tagged me!!!

2008-02-24T20:54:00.000-08:00

Kyla, count yourself blessed. I don't do these things often, but I'll do it for you.

10 yrs ago: Jay and I had been married for 7 months. I was living in Lynnwood WA. Working downtown Seattle for Group Health doing their medical billing. I was serving in Young Women's as the Laural Advisor (I was only 20 yrs old, I felt like I was one of them) Visited with friends and family a lot and enjoyed young married life.

5 things on my to-do-list:
-Take Jayden and Aleah to school by 8:30am (pick up too)
-Be to a Dr aptmt by 9am
-Missionaries for dinner
-Shave Jay's back hair (he's been bugging me for weeks)
-Become Mrs. America

5 snacks I enjoy:
-Candy, candy and more candy,
- grapes
-beef jerky
-string cheese
-candy

5 places I've lived:
-Houston TX
-Seattle Wa
-Provo Ut
-Grand Junction CO
-Montrose CO

What would I do if I became a billionaire: Honestly, I haven't given this question much thought. But I guess what I would do is pay off our debt (house, cars, etc.) Do some more home improvements (our house is a real fixer-upper) help out all our family members where needed, live off some of it so Jay could enjoy life a little more and not feel like he has to work so much, donate a large some to the church and save the rest!!

5 jobs I've had:

-Little Caesar's Pizza

-Group Health Cooperative

-Utah Medical, billing office

-ELM-payroll

-MOM!!!!!!

5 things you don't know about me:

-I love to scrapbook

-I like to draw (free-hand)

-I love exercising

-I enjoy reading

-I use to be a neat freak, until I had my 3rd children. I'm hoping I will be again some day.

HUSBAND-

-My husbands name is Jay Corey Harmon

-We have been married for 10yrs and 7 months, engaged for 3 months, married on August 16, 1997

-How long did we date??????FOREVER!!!!! We started dating when we were 16. So that would make it 5 1/2 yrs. Since Feb 1992, man I'm old.(you too Dan!!!!)

-Who eats more: that's a given, Jay

-Who said I love you first. I don't remember, is that horrible or what?

-Who sings better: me, although I don't consider myself a singer at all.

-Who is taller: Jay, by 4 inches

-Whose temper is worse: that's a hard one. I'd say it's pretty even, it depends on the situation.

-Who does the laundry: I do although Jay use to do it all the time until he started working longer hours. I always found it odd that when we were dating, Jay did his own laundry but his mom would do his sisters. I guess I lucked out in the end.

Who does the dishes: Again I do, but if I don't want to do them, all I have to do is let them pile up in the sink and Jay will do them or I just simply ask him too.

-Who sleeps on the right side of the bed:we trade off

_Who cooks: we both do.

-Who is more stubborn: JAY by far

-Who proposed- Jay did outside the Seattle Temple after doing sealings with his ward. May 26, 1997

-Whose parents do we see more often- My dad, he lives in Heber UT. Jay's parents live in Seattle and only come to visit once a yr and my mom past away 6 yrs ago.

-Who pays the bills:Jay

-Who wears the pants in the family: Jay, but I'm the suspenders that keep the pants up!!! Just kidding, we share that responsibility.

-Why do I love my husband: Because he is the most amazing man I know. People love him, they love being around him, he makes them laugh. He makes me laugh. That is the first thing that attracted me to him, his sense of humor-he and Dan we're hilarious together. He has a great desire to do good for himself and our family. He works hard. He looks rough on the outside but inside he is as soft as can be. He loves to help others. He is a great dad and it's obvious by how his kids love him. He is very forgiving, he looks out for my happiness. He has a strong testimony and he is a righteous worthy priesthood holder. I love him because he's my eternal companion!!

Now it's my turn to tag 5 people. I'm actually gonna do 6. Here you go: Michelle Longtin, Stacy Mallory, Tiffany Goodman, Jill Harmon, Rebecca Bettilyon and Kacey Cornum. Good luck girls, I'm looking forward to your responses. Thanks after all Kyla, this was pretty fun. I got to know a lot about you and hopefully this will help you to get to know me a little better. Thanks!!

Birthday dresses from Grandma....

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Grandma loves dressing her princess in beautiful dresses!

Even when you dress her up like a princess, she has a hard time acting like one. When I was trying to take pictures to show Grandma, she kept doing cartwheels over and over. It was driving me crazy, but she was having fun!!

Thank you Grandma, I love you....

BIRTHDAY GIRL

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Every odd # birthday we have a family party instead of a friend party. Aleah decided she wanted to go to the new Veggie Tale movie,"Pirates that don't do anything." Aleah really enjoyed herself. I'm not sure if she enjoyed the movie more or the candy. She has a sweet tooth like her mom.

This is Aleah's cake! Last year Jayden decorated his own cake and so this year she wanted to decorate hers. Told you, she's got a sweet tooth like her mom.

Aleah'a presents.

This gift Aunt Kim gave her hit the top of the list. More doll house accessories to go with the doll house Santa brought her.

At the end of the day, Aleah so graciously informed me that family parties are boring! She'd rather have a party with all her friends. Aleah makes friends very easily and really enjoys being with them. She is our little social butterfly, (in her own way). For those of you who don't know Aleah very well. About a year and a half ago, she was EXTREMELY shy. She has really come around. She is still shy, but nothing like before. The outside world is getting a real taste of our Aleah. She's energetic, loud and very talkative.

Happy 5th Birthday Aleah!!

Santa came!!

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They're awake!! They all got what they asked for. We of course helped Cache with his request. He now has his own chair instead of having to sit in Aleah's princess chair. Makes no difference to Cache, but it makes Dad feel better.

Cache looks pretty grouchy for it being Christmas morning.

Aleah has been wanting a doll house for sometime now (MOM TOO, I didn't have one when I was a kid).

Jayden loves pirates and animals. Any dinosaur or animal that swims in the ocean. Pirate ships always involve a scary blood thirsty shark.

Christmas Morning Memories

Blankets they got from their Aunt, Uncle and cousins. Of course Aleah threw up on hers the first day.

"I found my stocking Mom, did Santa bring me candy?"

Jayden played with his ship ALL DAY LONG. The family went downstairs to watch a Christmas movie and Jayden declined to come with us. I almost thought, "he must be sick."

Aleah spent a lot of her time on the couch since she wasn't feeling well. Cache took advantage of the opportunity he had to play with Aleah's doll house.

The night before Christmas and all through the house, there's 3 little kids NOT acting like a mouse...

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Every Christmas Eve we decorate cookies for Santa. Of course in the process we eat a few. Jayden and Aleah didn't get the concept of not licking their fingers and knifes. With sickness going around our home we didn't want everyone to get sick.

Chistmas Eve we also make our own personal pizzas however we like. The kids love this. How often do kids get to make their own pizza??? ( Not very often in our house...)

We open one gift on Christmas Eve too. It's always PJ'S!!

GOOD NIGHT!! WE'RE OFF TO BED SO SANTA WILL COME!

Check out my Slide Show!

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TWISTED CHRISTMAS

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So we're alittle backwards, let me explain. I bought a gingerbread house for Christmas last year and forgot about it. As I was cleaning out the closet last May, guess what I found? Yep, our gingerbread house. So we decorated it in May!!! The kids enjoyed it!! After Halloween this year Jay bought this haunted house thinking it would be fun to do for Christmas. The kids were so excited to decorate it, they didn't care what it looked like!

Of course after we finished decorating our haunted house the kids wanted to eat some. The black frosting didn't look very appetizing to me, but in this picture you can see they enjoyed it.

Happy Halloween & Merry Christmas

In with the "NEW" & out with the old!

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Believe it or not, this picture was very inspiring!!

Back in October, my Bunco group decided we'd dress up for Halloween. So here I am as a GOTHIC girl. The night of Bunco I freaked some people out pretty good. At first a lot of them did not recongnize me. It was pretty interesting to experience what it's like to be on the DARK side. I'm glad it was for only one night. Back to the inspiring part. As you can tell I sprayed my hair black to get the full effect. Looking at myself in the mirror, I thought " I really likes this!" If it wasn't for this night I don't ever think I would have done what you're about to see.

Before....

After!!!!!

I absolutely love it. What do you think? Merry Christmas to Karie (& Jay). I give all credit to my girlfriend Amy Bennett. She knows what she's doing.

P.S.

Thanks Mom and Dad!!

FETCH DOGGIE!

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Fetch Doggie

Got it!

Trying to get the ball in his mouth to bring it back!

This is Cache's favorite thing to play. He acts like a dog, barks like a dog, talks about dogs, carries around his stuffed dog and LOVES to read books about dogs. He's a FREAK about dogs until he comes face-to-face with one. If theres a fence or something between them, he's okay. When we go to Aleah's gymnastics I end up holding him most of the time.(her teacher also trains dogs) Hopefully he'll grow out of it.

Our Gymnist!!

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ALEAH'S
BRIDGE

THIS IS ALEAH'S FAVORITE, THE BARS
HERE, KIIM (TEACHER) IS HAVING ALEAH SHOW THE CLASS HOW TO DO A BEGINING RUN AND JUMP ,AS IF SHE WERE GOING TO JUMP OVER THE HORSE.
OKAY , NOT SURE WHAT SHE IS DOING HERE. I THINK SHE MIGHT BE PRACTICING HER LANDING. COOL PICTURE HUH! I'M A GREAT PHOTOGRAPHER. NOT REALLY, JUST CHANCE.

ALEAH HAS BEEN IN GYMNASTICS FOR 3 MONTHS AND SHE IS PROGRESSING FAST. WE MAY HAVE FOUND ALEAH'S NITCH.

WHEN SHE WAS IN BALLET SHE NEVER PRACTICED OR TALKED ABOUT IT, BUT GYMNASTICS IS A DIFFERENT STORY. SHE'S CONSANTLY PRACTICING IN THE FRONT ROOM. "WATCH ME MOM, WATCH ME!" SHE ALSO LIKES TO TELL ME HOW SHE'S BETTER THAN ME BECAUSE SHE IS MORE FLEXIBLE. HEY, WHERE'S THE COMMENTS THAT HELP BUILD MY CONFIDENCE?

Head to Toe!!!

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STEP 1STEP 2
STEP 3

AND SHEEEE DID IT!!!!

ALEAH HAS BEEN TRYING FOR SO LONG TO LEARN HOW TO DO A HEAD STAND. HER GYMNASTICS TEACHER TOLD HER TO PRACTICE AGAINST A WALL AND THEN GRADUALLY SHE'LL MOVE INTO THE CENTER OF THE ROOM. SHE'S GETTING CLOSER! SHE'S PROUND OF HERSELF. IT'S FUNNY. AS SHE IS PRACTICING, CACHE WILL BE RIGHT BY HER SIDE TRYING TOO. I TRIED FOR A PICTURE OF THAT BUT HE WOULDN'T COOPERATE.

Wishing all a simple and joyful holiday!

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Sending you some of our joy and sweetness. These 3 are blessings to us like every parent knows. We are thankful we've been blessed with these special spirits...
Cache
Aleah
Jayden-not the best picture but it will do.

The kids were really good for me. I took them out in the bitter cold with out coats and ordered them around like a drill Sargent. It must not have ruined them too much, they're still smiling. They appeared to have a good time, I was glad when it was over.

This is the real them. They keep Jay and I laughing and smiling. They also help us feel young. We love their energy and spunt.

Hoping you find yourself doing well this Christmas season. We miss those a far and enjoy the company of those near by. May the Lord bless you with all you need.

Love Jay, Karie, Jayden, Aleah and Cache

Exciting "November" News

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First Grade Thanksgiving Feast

Jayden and his friends celebrating their understanding of Thanksgiving. They had a short play before eating, the kids made all of their food. With help of course.

We went to Jayden's school to observe this event with him. You can see what Cache was more excited about. He seems to always find a ball wherever he goes.

Can't wait another day.

Jayden and Aleah know the day after Thanksgiving means "Christmas time". They couldn't wait another day to make their Santa houses...

Jayden's finished project!!!!

Aleah's finished project!!

Just Hangin'

We got our lights up a few days after Thanksgiving because Jay got tired of the kids asking.

Watch out

We have needed to replace this wall since we moved in, we finally finished our other projects, so we were ready to "HIT" this one. Jayden and Aleah loved the idea of helping (this sort of thing is right down Jayden's alley, he loves to destroy things). Cache wouldn't have a thing to do with it.
Look at them go...

KIDZ PLEX

Aleah's pre-school class had a field trip to KIDZ PLEX. The ball pit is Aleah and Cache's favorite place to play.
Aleah also likes climbing the wall.

Craziness in our home!!

Cache showing us how he can stand on his head!!!

Aleah, our "special girl"! She thought it was pretty cool that she could look cross-eyed.

Jayden looks alittle puzzled!!! He finished this 300 piece puzzle ALL BY HIMSELF, we were excited and so was he.

Look forward to our December news!!! Love the Harmon Family!

(I'll get better at remembering to turn my pages, the more I do it. Be patient)

Our Feast has arrived!!

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My kids were so excited for Thanksgiving, they were willing to help so I took advantage of it.Cache and Jayden helping me peel potatoes..
Cache, Aleah and Jayden mashing the potatoes. They all LOVE mash potatoes.
The feast has begun.... This is a picture of our family on Jay's side.
Cache enjoying his turkey and mash potatoes
Andy and Jill trying to get Karter to look at the camera
Tiffany, Doug and Raleigh. Where's Sandon??

Oh, there he is. He's busy eating with Aleah.
Jayden, Mom and Aleah eating our yummy pie, no pumkin for us!

Cache telling his cousin Raleigh to wait her turn. Bossy little guy!!!

This was my first year cooking Thanksgiving dinner at my house. It was alot of fun. I didn't get stressed out at all. It helped having Jay take the older two shooting with him and his brothers. It gave me more time to get ready without having little ones needing me. We hope you all had a great Thanksgiving holiday!!!

Goose on the loose!!

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We took the kids to the lake to feed the ducks, boy were we in for a surprise!!!

Cache watched in amazement as the geese walked past him.
Our sweet Aleah was pretty darn brave. As you can see though, see's alittle unsure what to think about the goose getting so close to her.
Geese were everywhere and they weren't shy. They came within arms reach.
SMILE!!!The kids decided to climb on the picnic table to get away from the geese.
After feeding the ducks and geese, we went for a walk around the lake. The kids thought this tree was pretty cool and wanted to climb it. Who would have thought we'd be at the lake feeding the ducks in the middle of November?

See ya, The Harmon's

1st day with my blog

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Hi everyone!
I just got our new family blog set up and soon will have pictures posted for you to enjoy!!! KEEP POSTED.

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