A video of each of the kids in their Christmas concert. Leo did band this year and was part of the percussion. He played bass drum and snare drum, but his signature instrument was the xylophone which he is playing in the video. Reiah is a member of honor band and the video is a short solo of hers. She goes to a state competition in January in Portland.

Roen-Fall 2011

Roen loves school but also loves to come home and play. These are pictures of the weekend days when Reiah and Leo didn't have sports, homework, piano, etc. and they could actually play together. Roen started piano this year and even got to play a little flag football.

Scarecrow cat

We had some good grapes and even made grapejuice. We also had a lot of corn and potatoes. Yum! Not sure what the cat was doing but it was cute.

Leo-Fall 2011

Leo really enjoyed football. The one problem was that his team was too big so he didn't get enough playing time. He had some good tackles and blocks.

Reiah-Fall 2011

Reiah had a Hawaiian birthday party with cousins and a few friends. We had tropical smoothies and island cupcakes. The girls made leis, hula hooped and played ALOHA volleyball. She did a great job in jr. high volleyball, improving steadily and being a positive influence on her team. She loves going to YW now and is very excited to do baptisms at the temple this Saturday.

The kids entertaining themselves sumo wrestling.

Leo was definitely an asset to his little league team this year. He played the infield mostly at 2nd or 3rd base. Had some good hits and crucial plays. He just needs to gain some running speed. His team played Pilot Rock so he played against his cousin Jonas. PR won.

Spring2011

Reiah was a hard worker in track, but was happy when it was over. I think she liked practices more than meets.

My favorite part of my trip to DC

After arriving right as it closed Wednesday, I was determined to see Arlington National Cemetary before I left Friday. So, on Friday we checked in at the airport an hour and half before our flight, then I caught the metro to the nearby cemetary. I speed walked uphill to see the tomb of the unknown soldier and watch the changing of the guard, which I had to time just right because it only happens on the hour. I took this picture (and other pictures-this being my favorite because you can see the Capital and the Jefferson Memorial) praying that wasn't my plane leaving early in the background. Then I video-taped the changing of the guard for my kids and promptly began sprinting downhill. By the time I got to the metro i was sweating in 50 degree weather. At the airport I sprinted to my gate and had 5 minutes to catch my breath before boarding. It was a worthy sacrifice:)

Roen was really excited about his birthday!