Washington DC

What a trip! Last year, I was asked by a few of the teachers that worked at RRMH, if I wanted to accompany them to DC. They were taking a group of 35 kids during spring break, and asked if I wanted to help chaparone. I , of course, jumped at the chance! We went for 5 days and 4 nights. We saw so many amazing sites. It was so wonderful to stand in the places that so many truly incredible men had stood. It meant so much to me to think of them and they idea that they created. We are so fortunate to live in America, and it was a because of their courage and their bravery that we stand on this American soil today. I am so greatful for my chance to see all of the things I saw. I have a better understanding and a greater love for this country. I loved it.

Easter

Easter was so much fun! We had a full weekend of dying eggs, searching for eggs, and eating all of the goodies that the easter bunny brought to us! It was a cold morning in ABQ on Easter, so when Jaxon woke up at 6:45am (that it right...no kidding), we went out to hunt eggs. He took one step outside and said "too cold...I no like it," and immediatly went inside. So funny. We had a good day with both sides of the family. It was great to see Grandma Rich and Frankie. We really enjoyed the great conversation. Jaxon, Olivia and Sevrin searched for eggs and Grammie and Papa Ford's house. They loved getting to crack eggs on everyone's heads!

Jaxon has been so funny lately. I walked into my room and he was sitting in the middle of all of my shoes. He had made himself a little fort. So cute. He is becoming pretty independant and he is saying so many new things every day. I am in awe of how amazing he is. What a lucky mom I am to have such a great kid.

The Oscars

Well, what a night we had. Jackie decided that our family should have an Oscar party and she instructed us to wear our "fancy dresses." Sarah and I decided to go all out and wear our old bridesmaids dresses from weddings past. Notice the 'red carpet' . It was HILARIOUS! Needless to say, Jackie was impressed with our response. It was really funny, and Sarah and I had a blast.

Girls weekend!!!

Our girls weekend to Houston was so much fun! Sarah, Jackie, my mom and I all flew to Houston to stay with Stacey and Jamey (thanks so much Stace!) for Sarah's big 30 birthday. We surprised Sarah by bringing in her best friend Jenny to meet us. She was absolutly shocked when she saw Jenny walk through the door! She couldn't stop crying. We shopped all day, everyday, ate insane amounts of candy (gotta love chocolate covered twinkies!), went to the movies everyday, and laughed so hard our abs got a great work out. I had so much fun. Every time I think about our trip, I start to giggle. Thanks girls for such a memorable time...n s**t! :)

Sledding in the Sandia's

We decided to brave the winter cold and go sledding. Rich had been talking about going for a week, so we packed everyone up and headed out. It was FREEZING!!! The wind was blowing so hard and we tried really hard to make the most out of it, but the kiddos (and Jackie and Evan) didn't last very long. But, all the boys got some pretty good runs in and managed to break almost all the snow discs...so it was a success!

Christmas in ABQ

Hi all-

Sarah is giving me a hard time because I haven't updated in forever, so I am going to do just that! Christmas was so great! Jaxon woke up around 6ish and his eyes were so wide when he saw his new train...it was like pulling teeth to get him away from it. Every time he needed to come and open another present he said "um...mommie open it...i'm too tired," and then of course he would continue playing trains. We were able to spend the day with both sides of the family and we had a great day. Jaxon loved all of his presents and loved spending the day with his grandma's and grandpa's...and of course Olivia and Sev.