Love Bugs

In the hustle and bustle of our lives lately, it has been easy to forget to enjoy these two blessings.  These little loves are so much work, but such joys!

 

Kennedy is as sweet as she looks.

 Cam took a moment to smirk before returning to cackling.

Kickin' Off the Summer

Memorial Day is a great excuse to have a pool day with friends, while remembering those who have fought for our freedom. 

 

This cutie has had a bit of an attitude lately.  Good thing she is sweet most of the time though.

 Callia loves the babies.  Hoping she becomes a neighbor soon so she can hang out with them more often.

 The crazy crew included Preston, Buckley, Quinn, Bennett, Cassidy, Cornell, Trip, Parker, Braden and Callia.

One Big Happy Family

I had visions of smiling faces captured in photos when I asked Nicole to take some family pictures...

 

Sweet Kennedy was perturbed from the moment she saw the camera.

Even easy-going Cameron had to be consoled.

But Braden knows the drill by now...smile for what feels like an endless number of photos and the torture seems to pass quicker.

We've seen this expression before. Even her big brother couldn't convince her to smile.



To no avail, Braden tried all the usual tricks to create some laughter.

Braden actually seemed excited to take photos!

One final attempt to get Cam to crack a smile...

Whatever Braden did, got his little bro to at least appear like he wasn't being tortured.

Amidst the tears, somehow we got a photo that appears like we are one big happy family!

Baby Bulge

Working out with others is more fun than doing it alone.  I have the cutest exercise partners!   They're helping me shed the baby weight!

 

The babies like to catch up on rest while I'm jogging...

 However, they don't sleep before they get some attention from others on the trail.  They love that!

Simply Irresistible

Grandma Judy came for a visit so she could snuggle her grandkids.  These cuties are so irresistible!

 

 

Cam loves getting attention.  He has such an easy-going personality.

 Kennedy is a bit more high strung, but still as sweet as can be.

 Kennedy and Journee will be BFFs. Tucker, Miles, Charley, Cameron and Braden won't stand a chance against these two!

What is a Yeti?

Matt took on the challenge of coaching spring soccer.  We started off with five players, but two dropped out before our first game.  Quinn's 3 year old brother, Bennett, filled in for the missing two.

Our last game of the season was against Steve Claton and Steve Jones' team....This was a rivalry all season that we looked forward to putting to rest.

 A little smack talk before the game?

 All smiles from the coaches before the big game began.

Even Kennedy was excited for the game.  Steve, Kelley and Becka enjoyed cheering on our team.

 Smart guy....Cameron snuggled up with Dianna, our friend from the other team. Lily and Jake offered some attention to Cam too.

 And the winners are....

The undefeatable Yetis! 

 

Heavy Lifting

Braden adores his cousin, and from the looks of this photo, the feelings are mutual. 

 

Journee sure feels a lot heavier than Kennedy!

Tummy Time

These two no longer sit around like blobs.  It is time to spend time on bellies so they can get strong enough to roll over, then sit up, then crawl, then....It is all moving too fast!

 

 

 

Can barely resist this darling face!  Cam loves being on his tummy.

Kennedy resists the idea of tummy time.  She likes to see what's going on. 

Where's the Maid?

To think I had a lot of laundry before the babies arrived seems ridiculous now.  It is never ending!

 

 

The moment I set her in the basket, she dozed right off...in the dirty laundry. Guess the laundry will have to wait.

Double Introduction

The twins wanted to introduce themselves to Granddad, so we made the trek up the mountain for a visit. 

 

 

 

Cam sure looks cozy and content.

 Journee loves when Uncle Matt rough houses with her.

Braden tried to teach Uncle Billy a thing or two on the piano. 

 Journee is so pretty, just like her mama.

 Braden gets a kick out of Journee. 

 Love that sweet little face and spunky personality.

 Cam didn't want to miss a thing so he stayed awake at least part of the day while Kennedy snoozed.

 A birthday isn't complete without messy cake.  Happy birthday Granddad! 

 A family picture is always a nice thought, in theory.  Kennedy is clearly upset about being awakened from her beauty rest.

 The altitude must have had an effect on Billy and Matt's height.

 Back to your silly ploys to look taller, huh Dad?!