On a Friday . . .

I know, I know--she's adorable. I caught her in the middle of a smile which is practically a miracle.
The only time she isn't busy going a million miles a miniute. Wild and crazy--that's all there is to say about these two.

Hanging Out

Everyone wants their picture taken with Jolie! The kids are doing really well welcoming Jolie into our family with lots and LOTS (and some times too much) lovin'.

Jolie's Blessing Day

The Sunday after Austin's birthday we were able to give Jolie Madsen her name and blessing at church. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, soon after a baby is born they are presented in front of the ward and given a special blessing by their father, where the baby's name is given and recorded on the church records, and the father is able to give the baby a personal blessing at the same time. It was wonderful, and Kurt did a beautiful job. We were glad that Karla and Elaine, and Val and Brenda were able to be there for this special day!

Austin's Birthday

Austin turned 7 years old! He had a great day. He went to Kung Fu Panda with his Grandma Karla and Aunt Elaine. Then he hung out with his family in the backyard. In his picture he is dressed as Ang, the avatar, from the totally cool nickelodeon cartoon that our whole family loves!! (I made him put a shirt on so he wouldn't get sunburned otherwise he'd look more "authentic" or so he thinks).

They had a great time slipping and sliding and playing in the water too. Then we had a party with Papa and Grandma Brenda, as well as Karla and Elaine, with brownies with m&ms and ice cream on the side. SOOO YUMMY! I had some on my birthday too.

Napping with Papa

Austin's Last Soccer Game

Austin had a blast this year and is excited for next fall. He and Nyah will both be playing, and hopefully their practices and games won't conflict too much.

Hanging out as a Family

I think these were taken the end of May when we had some sunshine in between spring storms. This was Olivia's first encounter with the pool and she decided to sit on the side lines with a bucket of water instead.