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Introducing Cocoa

2011-01-09T16:49:00.000-08:00

We are SO EXCITED! The kids have been begging us for a puppy for years so we finally gave in.

We told the kids that we had a surprise for them on Saturday but wouldn't tell them what we were doing. We went to their house and the kids were quite confused, they didn't know what we were doing there and what all of the puppies were for. I didn't know that one dog could have all 3 colors of puppies!

Braxton LOVED holding the puppies and kept trying to let all of them out.Kylee hanging out in the back playing it cool!

Can you see the puppy? Kinda matches her coat!

It took us forever to pick one, but we finally did and can't wait to bring her home next Monday! The kids are already fighting over where she should sleep and who gets to hold her again first! Wish us luck! I think we will need it, as we were leaving Ben realized his allergies were acting up. We are hoping it was just because there were 14 dogs in a tiny area and too much for him. In the mean time we will be crossing our fingers!

Family Pics 2010

2010-12-08T09:23:00.001-08:00

We went and took family pictures the other day, it was fun but cold! We got some pretty cute ones, and it was fun to see their personalities come out!

Kylee is getting Baptised!

2010-08-02T20:52:00.000-07:00

I can't believe my baby is almost 8! We went and took a few pictures in her baptism dress and are working on an announcement. She is getting baptized Sept. 4 for anyone who is interested in coming! She is so very excited and has even convinced her daddy to practice with her a few times!

Easter!

2010-04-04T10:33:00.000-07:00

We colored eggs and the kids had a lot of fun, Ben even got into it! Tianna's favorite part was putting on stickers!

A few of our best ones

We had a really fun Easter! The kids were very excited to see what the Easter Bunny brought and also a couple extra prizes from me and Ben!

The Easter Bunny was tricky this year, he hid all of their baskets so they had to find them!

We had these for our breakfast as well as a breakfast casserole and peaches. They are called Easter rolls because they are empty inside like Jesus' tomb. To make them you just use your favorite bread recipe, then after they have risen the first time you take some dough and wrap it around a marshmallow. You then roll it in butter and then cinnamon and sugar. You then cook them at 350 for about 20 mins. They are really fun and I love to see the surprise on everyone's face when they see that they are empty inside! Plus they are quite yummy! We get to go to Grandma Carroll's later for an egg hunt so perhaps I'll put some pics on of that later. Have a Happy Easter!

My Cute Bugga Boo

2010-02-25T20:09:00.000-08:00

I figure while I'm at it, I'd tell a cute story about my precious Braxton. He is becoming a cute little monkey and in to everything! The other day he was being too quiet (every mother knows this is a bad sign) so I went to find him. By the time I got to him, he had figured out that he was in trouble and needed help! He began whining, and then I knew why, he had climbed into the drawers under my drier and couldn't get back out! So being the mean mother that I am, instead of rushing to his aid, I rushed to find my camera!This has since become one of his favorite playing areas, I have put a few things in the drawers for the kids like art stuff and play doh so he thinks it is a great place to be!

He also loves balls and loves to follow them around the house, I can already see his little personality. He is so adorable and I love having him in my life!

Happy Love Day

2010-02-25T19:49:00.000-08:00

So apparently I only post about holidays, so here's another! We had fun on Valentine's Day, It was kind of fun that it was on a Sunday so we all got to stay home most of the day.

I was supposed to have a meeting in the morning so I wasn't able to make our usual pink heart pancakes. Kylee was a little bummed, but I think they enjoyed the donuts anyway. I surprised the kids with the balloons in the morning, Braxton's eyes were huge with excitement! He played with his forever and carried it wherever he went! So cute!

We went to church, and then came home and relaxed. Then I made a special dinner for everyone, complete with home made fortune cookies with my own sayings inside. I think the kids really enjoyed it and it was fun celebrating it with them!

Ben and I didn't do anything fantastic to celebrate because we were leaving the next weekend for St. George, but Ben was such a sweetie and made me a cute letter with candy hearts that made me teary. Man I love him, he is so good to me and our family, I am so lucky to have him in my life and am so thankful for him. I have the best family ever, and even though lots of people hate Valentine's Day because it is just another commercial holiday, I love it because it helps remind me to tell those in my life how special they are to me. I hope I can remember more often this year, even when it's not a holiday! I hope you all had a great time too!

Cutest Twins Ever!

2010-01-18T13:55:00.000-08:00

I got to take a few pics of my new nieces after their blessing! They had the cutest outfits ever and are such adorable babies! It took me a little longer to edit them than I had hoped, but here are my favorite pics!
Thanks Dave and Danielle for letting me have fun taking pics of your gorgeous babes!

They also had these adorable butterfly outfits, so fun!

Kylee's Birthday Party

2009-10-01T06:09:00.000-07:00

Kylee had a great birthday party. She wanted to have a Hannah Montana Pizza Party. We first played Hannah Montana Bingo while we waited for everyone to get there.Next we played pass the microphone like hot potato and then they dressed up like "Rock Stars" and danced to Hannah Montana music.

Next we opened presents and then went downstairs to watch the movie and eat pizza.

During the movie they ate pizza and breadsticks and then we did Cake and ice cream. Their favorite part of the whole night was when they kept rewinding the movie and doing the line dance over and over again! My flash drowns out the movie so you can't see it that great.

Kylee's BFF Raquel
A very intense part of the movie!

Braxton just liked the balloons!
Whew, that's a lot of work!

Warning: Use Extreme Caution!

2009-10-01T05:53:00.000-07:00

Kylee has been begging for a pair of Heely's since at least Kindergarten. I was able to successfully avoid purchasing them for a couple years, convinced they were too dangerous and lots of kids get hurt. I finally gave in and got her a pair for her seventh birthday. She was absolutely ecstatic! Little did I know just how dangerous they were!
Kids are not allowed to have the wheels in when they are at school. So one morning while we were getting ready for school, I was removing the wheels. I thought this was a pretty harmless activity so did not use the amount of caution required. I successfully removed the first wheel without any problems. While removing the wheel in the second shoe, the wheel came out and literally flew across the room at least 10 feet to where Braxton was laying on the ground! Nothing like this had ever happened so I was completely stunned! Then I heard the crying and my heart dropped.

The poor guy got hit right above the eye! Of all the crazy things! Here I thought the danger was to the one wearing them, not the innocent bystander!

He is such a happy baby, even when his mom beats him up!

Spiderman's B-day Party

2009-09-10T13:06:00.000-07:00

Well it has only taken me 3 months to post again, but I think that is pretty reasonable considering my hectic summer. I feel like we haven't even been home, so I was glad when school started so that we were required to stay home! So, even though I haven't posted it, we really did have a fun and eventful summer!

For Conner's birthday he wanted to have a Spiderman party. So after much thought, I think we had a pretty good time! We started by coloring a Spiderman picture.

After that the kids wore their Spiderman masks and tried to shoot silly string at a picture of Spiderman. Even Tianna joined in the fun!

Next we made a craft project that a 5 year old could do! We made spider webs out of black or pink yarn and glued them onto paper. Then they cut out a picture of Spiderman and glued that wherever they wanted.

Next they threw water balloons at a large sheet that I had made a web on out of electrical tape.

After that they played Spiderman, Spiderman, Goblin for a few rounds and than we had cake and ice cream.

We then opened presents and then played on a large inflatable jump toy that I borrowed from a friend. They had a lot more fun when they took turns then when it was a free for all! Boys play a little rougher than girls! So we set up an obstacle course they each completed. We passed out the goody bags and sent everyone home! All in all, I think it was a success! now I have atleast 2 more months until the next Birthday party! Once I get a chance I will post Kylee's B-day party, it was a lot of fun also!

It's Official

2009-05-27T20:35:00.000-07:00

It's official, t-ball and ponytail ball has begun! I don't know what I was thinking when I signed 2 kids up! Now we have 2 games every Tues. and one game Wed. and one game on Thurs.! That is a lot for me! I try to have as little going on as I can get away with. The kids really love it though- especially Conner! I think he is sick of always watching Kylee as she does her activities and it is finally his turn to get the treat! That's really what it boils down to- the treat afterwards!

It was so cute- everytime Conner was concentrating hard he would stick out his tongue!

First Official Photo Shoot

2009-05-27T20:10:00.001-07:00

This was my first official photo shoot with my new fancy camera! It was a lot of fun, but I can tell I need a lot more practice. It was nice of my friend Heather to come along to give pointers and moral support!

I feel sort of bad though, Kylee was at school so she was neglected for this shoot. I told her that as soon as school is out we could go do one with her- life is just too crazy right now to try to fit one in on a school day!

Going, going, gone

2009-05-21T19:31:00.000-07:00

Conner learned how to ride his bike without training wheels! He just decided he could and did it! After a while he started showing off, hopefully I can convince him to wear a helmet now.

Mother's Day

2009-05-15T19:50:00.000-07:00

I had a great Mother's day and I hope all of you guys did also. We went to part of our own sacrament so that we could hear Kylee and Conner sing me a song. We left early so that we could make it to Ben's parents Sacrament in time to hear his mom speak. She did a great job and I am glad we were able to make it. Afterwards we went to their house for lunch and just to hang out. The kids had a blast playing and being with Grandma and Grandpa.

I'm so thankful for my wonderful children and the opportunity to be their mom. They teach me so much and bring me so much joy. I am very lucky and count my blessings daily. I am honored to be entrusted with some of Heavenly Fathers dearest children and pray that I can help them live up to their fullest potential.

I hope you all had a great Mothers Day also and that your kids were extra nice to you!

Mini Mommy

2009-05-15T19:21:00.000-07:00

Tianna has really enjoyed being a new big sister. Although, I think she thinks she is more of a mom! She has carried around her doll "Tracey" ever since Braxton came home and has copied me anytime I do anything with Braxton. It is very cute! Makes sure I am on my best behavior also!

Changing her diaper

Feeding her

Burping her

New outfit

Ready to go!

All tuckered out from a long day caring for an infant!

I love all of my kids so much. Tianna is at such a cute age and I will cherish these memories, when else in her life will she be so willing to "help" without me even asking! She brings me so much joy and I can't imagine our lives without her.

Lily's Pics

2009-04-19T15:03:00.000-07:00

My sister and I had fun taking pics of her adorable 1 yr. old, maybe one day I'll be as good as my friend and sister in law!

Conner/Daddy's New Toy

2009-04-17T20:56:00.000-07:00

Daddy brought home a fun new toy for Conner to play with. It is crazy to think that he is the same age as Kylee was when she got hers! He is actually very good at it though and surprisingly cautious, so far!

Tianna is ready for a ride!

Easter Time

2009-04-17T20:28:00.000-07:00

We had a fun Easter weekend. We went to Baby Animal Days at the American West Heritage Center, had an egg hunt at our friends the Francis', and had fun at Ben's brothers wife's parents house. That last thing may have been a little confusing! Anyway, we had a lot of fun and enjoyed spending time with friends, family, and animals!

Because the first duck tried to "fly" out of Kylee's hands, she was a little nervous to hold the baby animals. Conner loved them though!

This was probably their favorite part.

They got to see the Easter Bunny!

Braxton Jacob Brown

2009-04-15T19:28:00.000-07:00

Braxton Jacob Brown

Well I figure since our latest addition is already 3 weeks, it might be time to finally put him on the blog! Life has been a little crazy with 4, but not as bad as I had imagined. His siblings definately love him and also love to fight over him!

Braxton was born at 8 am on March 26. He was 21 inches and weighed 8lbs.4oz., which was actually our largest baby! He was blessed with a lot of hair (which for some reason the boys in our family get all the hair).

I got to stay at the hospital for 3 nights because of the time he was born, which was actually kinda boring. My mom was kind enough to take my other kids for the weekend so that when we came home on Sat. it was very quiet. She brought them back up on Sunday and they were very excited to see Braxton again.

The coming home outfit

The New Family of 6!

What I Will Miss About Being Pregnant

2009-03-21T19:25:00.000-07:00

So Ben and I had a fun evening last night, I was having contractions every 3-4 minutes for atleast 2 hours so we decided to go to the hospital. So at 11:30 PM we asked Ben's brother to come sleep on our couch while we made the trek to Labor and Delivery. Because I was having such steady contractions, I just knew I had to be atleast a 5 by now. Unfortunately I was still a small 3 and after hanging out at the hospital for 2 hours and no change, we were sent home.
It must be that my Dr. is male, I mean, I'm 38 1/2 weeks pregnant, why can't they just give me a little pitosine or break my water? Does 3 days actually make that big of a difference in a 40 week pregnancy? Would it be so bad if he came a little early?
So, due to our recent "false alarm," I decided to list what I will miss about being pregnant instead of feeling sorry for myself.

1- I will miss getting to eat whenever and whatever I want without guilt

2- My maternity clothes are actually cuter than my regular wardrobe

3- At least when you are pregnant you have an excuse to be overweight

4- I will miss feeling the baby move- even though he is a strong little bugger and often hurts me. It's also fun to see my other kids reactions as they see my belly moving like an alien is inside!

5- The excuse to have cravings

6- The anticipation- I can't wait to see the little guy and be able to compare features to our other kids.

7- And the thing I will miss the most is my hugs from Tianna. She loves to come up and give my belly a hug and kiss and say "hi Braxton" or tell him to "come out" so she can play with him. It's so cute and makes my heart melt.

2009-03-19T16:42:00.000-07:00

I figured since I've been a loser and haven't posted anything for awhile, I would just put on some recent scrapbook pages I've done! Better than nothing, right?

Monster Trucks

2009-02-18T13:17:00.001-08:00

Ben and C0nner had a great time at the Monster truck show on Saturday. It was all a big surprise for Conner, Ben would tell him a clue a day all week. They rode the Frontrunner from Ogden to SLC and had lunch at the Gateway. Afterwards they went down to the Energy Solutions Arena to watch the big show. They had such a good time and Conner absolutely loved it. Conner always chose to sit on the top floor of the Frontrunner He got a little tuckered out and had to take a short siesta during intermission.

Early Valentine's Day

2009-02-13T12:04:00.000-08:00

We celebrated Valentine's Day early at our house today. Ben and I are spending the night without children, thanks to Grandma and Grandpa Brown, so I decided to do their valentine's breakfast today. We made pink heart shaped pancakes and pink scrambled eggs. It took Conner a little while to decide the food still tasted ok, even though it was a funny color.

They each got a little candy bag, which they were very excited about. Conner and Kylee both have their Valentine's party today.

Kylee was especially excited because they were supposed to dress up in their church clothes and learn about manners today. She thought it was pretty cool that the boys have to open doors for them and pull their chairs out all day. I'm glad they are teaching them young!

I am so thankful for my children and my real Valentine-Ben. They bring me so much joy in my life and have taught me so much. I am a better person and hopefully a better mom and wife because of them. I love them so much and don't know what I would do without each one of them. I LOVE YOU GUYS! Hope you all have a great V-day.

Super Bowl Party

2009-02-02T13:52:00.000-08:00

Hangin' Out!

The kids had fun playing together.

Part of the gang.

The spread, YUM YUM!

We had a lot of fun at our Super Bowl party, we had friends and family over and a whole lotta junk to eat! (That's always my favorite part) The kids really enjoyed playing with each other and the guys appreciated having someone else to cheer with! I didn't really watch the game, but some of the commercials were pretty funny, but most of them were just plain trashy! I guess it is supposed to be a mans show, but don't they realize that families gather to watch their filth? Some of them made Janet Jackson's little stunt seem tame! Maybe next year the media will ask me to approve their commercials first!