Hunter Family

Hope you all had a very Merry Christmas!

2011-12-30T16:18:00.000-08:00

End of summer...back to school

2011-09-26T13:16:00.000-07:00

Time to update... We had such a great summer, we finally hike the "Y" with the kids! It was my very first time ever. It was hot and hard, but we all made it to the top.

I got the great opportunity to spend a weekend on my friends Yacht with all my High school friends! I have to say it was beyond fun and relaxing. I felt like a rock star! I have to thank my sisters and hubby for watching the boys!

Wyatt learned to walk and talk! Gosh we love him!

Jace started his first year of preschool and Tyler started Kindergarten. Yes I cried, I really don't like how fast they are growing up:(

We had a great beach week in July! My heart will always be in California:) oh how we miss you!

My little T-ball star!

2011-06-13T13:44:00.000-07:00

Tyler has been counting down the days to play on a real T-ball team, the time has come. Were in full swing of summer! Tyler takes the game very seriously, it is so cute!

Wyatt is One!!!

2011-05-07T21:05:00.001-07:00

Happy Birthday to our third beautiful boy! We love you so much!

I really can't believe you are one, where does the time go? It seems like yesterday you were born and now you are crawling all over the place.

Party time!

San Francisco Trip

2011-04-25T13:24:00.001-07:00

Billy and I had such a great time in San Fran! We did all sorts of adventures. I felt so lucky to be there and was so grateful to my Mom and family for watching our kids!

Boat ride under the Golden Gate!

China Town!

Fisherman's Warf!

Oakland Temple!

Winter Fun!

2011-03-16T22:27:00.000-07:00

Tyler had his first day of skiing last week with his cousin Tess. He did so good and loved it!

Hailee and I used to ski a lot together in our pre child years... It was so fun that we now can teach our kids! Great exercise too!

We had a great visit from Grandma and Grandpa Bob. The kids are really getting to know them and love having them in our home!

So proud of my Big Tyler, he had such a great little indoor soccer season! He amazes me everyday! I love Jace's face...he was so proud of his brother too!

This little guy finally pooped on the potty and got a pair of these! They never leave his side, he even sleeps with them!

Happy 5th Birthday Tyler!

2011-01-12T09:18:00.000-08:00

Tyler, you are such a good boy. I'm so grateful to have you in our family! Your my best little buddy in the whole world. I love your sweet smile, the fact that you will watch an entire football game with me over cartoons anyday, and your hilarious personality. You inspire me to be a better Dad. I love you. Your Mom and Dad love you sooo much! Happy Birthday!

My New home Salon!

2011-01-06T19:29:00.000-08:00

Thanks to my awesome brother in law Judd for building me this great salon!
Come and get your hair done!

After

Before

Christmas Fun!

2011-01-02T19:24:00.001-08:00

Hope you all had a great Holiday! We feel very blessed and full of of Joy! -Love this shot of Wyatt!

Gift from My parents!! We love it!

After: Christmas Day!

Before: Christmas Eve

Love that reaction... we don't get that very often!

This has become Jace's favorite gift!

Luke 2.

Fun snow day!

Temple Square

Tyler's Preschool performance.

Happy Birthday Jace! 3 Years old!

2010-11-29T10:26:00.001-08:00

Happy Birthday to our little Jace Johnny! You are such a amazing boy, you make us laugh all day long! Some of your favorite things are... the color orange anything that is orange you think is yours:) you love to do puzzles, and color. You love all super heros, Spider man, Super man, Iron man and Batman! You love to dress up in costume. You are very smart, and determined to do everything your big brother does. You are very kind and gentle to your baby brother. We love your big lips and your haircut! You are quite the charmer, everybody loves you! We are so grateful to have you in our family! You couldn't be cuter! I dreamed of having a little boy just like you!

2 1/2 years

2 years

1 year

Newborn

Halloween Fun!

2010-11-03T22:59:00.000-07:00

Hope you all had a Happy Halloween!

Beautiful beach boys!

2010-09-30T16:02:00.001-07:00

Disneyland 2010

2010-09-30T14:30:00.000-07:00

We had such a great week at Disneyland this year! Not very crowded and great weather! I'm sad its over...until next time...Hopefully not to long away!

its that time of year again...!

2010-09-10T12:48:00.000-07:00

July 2010

2010-08-30T15:32:00.000-07:00

First day of school

2010-08-28T22:36:00.000-07:00

Tyler had his first day of school on Monday! I am always excited and sad to drop him off that first day...he is just growing up too fast!
When I picked him up I asked him how was it? and he said, with a huge grin on his face " That preschool is so awesome!"

Wyatts Blessing

2010-08-06T12:56:00.000-07:00

Wyatt' s blessing day went perfect! He slept right threw the blessing and woke up smiling from ear to ear! Wyatt is a really happy and good baby. He is a blessing in our home and brings such a sweet spirit. His big brothers just love him so much!

Family pictures

2010-07-30T22:37:00.000-07:00

Check out our new pictures here!

http://www.haywusup.blogspot.com/

Home sweet Home!

2010-07-21T19:13:00.000-07:00

We are so extremely blessed and grateful to be back in Utah and to have purchased our first home! We are so excited to have a wonderful place to raise our kids and make lots of memories.

Jace is quite good at posing for me!!

HAPPY FATHERS DAY!

2010-06-20T21:37:00.000-07:00

Wyatt at six weeks old!

Billy and his three sons! What a lucky Dad!!

Family of Five!! Wow still getting used to that.

We had a great fathers day! It's fun to get the boys involved! They love their daddy so much! He is the greatest Dad to his three boys!!

the move...

2010-06-02T20:55:00.000-07:00

Ahh this is what life is all about! I love these 3 boys so much!!

Then we arrived safely and excited to start our new adventure back in Utah!

We loaded up the mini van and I mean loaded!

Tyler said goodbye to his best friend and buddy Reece! Sniff sniff

We said goodbye to the Monarch family...sniff sniff! With lots of tears!

They packed up all our stuff and hauled off to Utah!

Introducing...

2010-05-13T13:59:00.001-07:00

Wyatt Howard Hunter born May 8th at 12:28pm 7 lb 2 oz 19 1/2 via c-section. Were all doing great and his big brothers are so excited to finally have him here.

It was a crazy last few weeks for our family, We had a baby...then Mothers Day...then my birthday...then we packed up and moved back to Utah! Billy will be starting a new job working for Ancestry.com. It all went very quick and was tough for us to move from California. We were just beginning to feel like it was home and of course will miss the great weather good friends and Disneyland! We are excited that we can now buy a house with a back yard for the boys to run and play, and to be close by family. It's a trade off!

So were back and excited that it's almost summer and for the great future ahead!

San Diego Zoo

2010-05-04T19:35:00.001-07:00

Easter 2010

2010-04-27T12:08:00.000-07:00

Just some good ole' family fun!

2010-04-13T12:34:00.000-07:00

My Mom and Heidi joined us for there spring break. We usually would go to Disneyland but all our passes were blacked out and plus it would have been so crowded. It was really fun trying some other things to do in OC. Like the Zoo! The kids had a great time and I have to say that the San Diego Zoo is by far the best Zoo I have ever been too! Amazing, very big but so much fun!

Then Billy and got to go the San Diego Temple that evening which is something we have been really wanting to do since we live so close! Thanks Mom and Heidi for watching our boys and spending the week with us we had such a great time!

We were so lucky to spend Easter with the Monarch family in Palm Springs!! Man I love that place! The weather was so perfect and the kids had the time of there lives! We just completely relaxed and enjoyed every minute! Thanks Monarchs!! We love you!

Tyler and Reece found the good eggs!

Jace just wanted me to open all the eggs after he knew they had candy inside! So cute!

Our ward had a easter egg hunt, they also did some fun crafts while waiting for all the eggs to be hidden!

We took the boys to Disneyland one Friday night to watch fire works and the parades! This is always fun! We feel so lucky to get to do this!

We have been totally enjoying exploring our new surroundings, we found some great trails just above our house. The boys love going on hikes and finding all sorts of bugs and flowers. We live is such a beautiful area and just want to take full advantage! Everything is very green here because of all the rain we've had!

Happy Keester!

2010-03-29T08:19:00.000-07:00

ALL I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LIFE

I LEARNED FROM THE EASTER BUNNY

Don't put all of your eggs in one basket

Walk softly and carry a big carrot

Everyone needs a friend who is all ears

There's no such thing as too much candy

All work and no play can make you a basket case

A cute little tail attracts a lot of attention

Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day

Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits

Some body parts should be floppy

Keep your paws off other people's jellybeans

Good things come in small sugarcoated packages

The grass is always greener in someone else's basket

An Easter bonnet can tame even the wildest hare

To show your true colors you have to come out of your shell

The best things in life are still sweet and gooey

I love Easter time!!

2010-03-26T16:17:00.001-07:00

...and these two!

Beach get-a-way!

2010-03-08T10:20:00.001-08:00

We had such a great time at our beach house a few weeks ago. It was just what I needed, so relaxing and enjoyable! The boy's are in heaven when we go there. How grateful I am that we get to live so close to the beach!

Hailee and I really just soak up these last few moments with our 2 kids before we bring on a third. We really enjoyed our last little bit of freedom for a while. Thanks Hailee we had such a good time!

Hope this is appropriate...! I just loved this picture so much! I think it will be such a classic when I get to show this to their future wives!

Tess looks like she has a mustache...! The beach is always a bit windy! These two girls are so much fun and such good little girls. Tyler and Jace miss them already!

29 weeks along...10 weeks to go!

2010-02-22T13:02:00.000-08:00

Tyler took this picture of me outside today, I think he did a great job!
I need to document the baby bump growth, like I did with the other boys.
I have been feeling great until this point, I'm starting to feel the pressure on my back and sleep is getting less. But other than that still enjoying him being in there for a while longer!

Here is a few more picture of our place we are renting, for those of you that ask!
We love it and couldn't be more grateful to live in such a beautiful area!

My Mom and sisters took a quick trip the visit and get some much needed sunshine last week!
We had fun time the boy's just love being with their cousins.
Thanks for coming lady's!

Tyler loves this little guy! It makes me excited to see how much he loves babies. He is such a great big brother and has been my little angel helper these days! Who new 4 years old would be the greatest age.

These too seriously are inseparable when they get together!

Yeah for more space!

2010-02-09T16:22:00.000-08:00

We say goodbye to our little apartment and Hello to our new place. We have been so lucky to finally move to a little bigger place here in Irvine. I am loving my own garage and that third bedroom.

Now come visit us! We need to see more of you all! I miss everyone so much!

Recap of Christmas!

2010-01-20T13:44:00.000-08:00

We had such a wonderful white Christmas in Utah! The boys got spoiled! We had such a great time visiting my parents and family! The boys did nothing but play with cousins and toys!
We moved shortly after we got back home to a house in Irvine with a little more space for the baby. Were just now getting settled in and enjoying the extra space and garage!!

Happy Birtday to Tyler!!

2010-01-12T13:38:00.001-08:00

Tyler 4 years

First Soccer game on Saturday!

Tyler 3 years

Tyler 2 years

Tyler 1 year

Happy 4th Birthday to our sweet little Tyler!
Tyler is such a happy, energetic kid! He loves I'm mean loves all sports! His favorite foods is Chick fil -A nuggets, his favorite treats are Dibs Ice cream. He loves to count everything, and he always is curious what time it is! He is a master at Mario Kart Wii, he beats me every time. His favorite shows n TV is Max & Ruby and Curious George. He love to wrestle, jump, kick, swing ...and gives us the best hugs!! He is great big brother, and is very excited to have another brother! We are so proud and grateful to be his parents!
Love you Ty ty!

Seriously!

2010-01-04T16:26:00.000-08:00

More fun pics to come...

Oh BOY!

2009-12-18T13:18:00.000-08:00

Well we had a ultra sound. Yes it's another little Hunter Boy! Billy and I just laughed, We never thought that we would have 3 in a row but we were wrong! We really are excited and feel so blessed! I would have posted a picture but we didn't get really good ones.

Just another night

2009-12-15T22:45:00.001-08:00

Eventful weekend!

2009-12-13T23:06:00.001-08:00

We welcomed are new baby nephew Brady Monarch was born yesterday. He is so cute and perfect!

The boys got to visit with Santa at our ward Christmas Party.
Tyler didn't want to sit on Santa's lap ... Jace was happy to. I
thought it would be the other way around!

tree+cookies+gingerbread house=christmas spirit!

2009-12-09T15:14:00.001-08:00

We picked out our tree, the boys just ran around the lot while Billy and I looked for a good one! Tyler told me that Santa won't come unless we have a tree!

We had some good friends over to make sugar cookies. This was all for the kids of course.

Tyler came home with an adorable gingerbread house the he made at preschool! Were feeling the Christmas spirit and enjoying this holiday season! Hope you are too!

I'm Two!

2009-11-29T17:52:00.009-08:00

Today I am 2!! I love many things at this age. I love to play with my big brother Tyler and copy everything that he does. I can say anything and everything. I love to sing songs, my favorite is Jesus wants me for a Sunbeam and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. Some of my favorite foods are, cheese, turkey, bread, fruit snacks, and oranges. My favorite TV show is "Super Why", and I love singing the Theme song. I think I have super reading powers, and definitely have super 'helping' powers. I also love Curious George. I make my Mom and Dad laugh all the time! I love to jump on the trampoline, bed, couch and anything else that look fun!

Happy 2nd Birthday Jace! We love you very much!

I Two! That's what he is saying in the picture!

Jace at one year old!

Jace when he was newborn

Family Pictures

2009-11-20T23:19:00.003-08:00

Pictures done by Ashlee Raubach Photography
Much more to come!

Memories of John!

2009-11-18T12:12:00.003-08:00

Today 2 years ago Billy's Dad passed away. I want my kids to always remember him and know what an amazing man he was. We love you John and Grandpa!

Halloween Fun!

2009-11-10T13:16:00.006-08:00

We had great Halloween this year. The boys got to do a lot of Trick or Treating!
My sister and her husband came out to visit, then drove back with me to Utah.

We went out to Santa Monica Pier one of the days! Tyler drove this little
bumper car all by himself, he was in heaven! Jace had to stand by and watch, poor guy
not old enough yet.

30 flirty and thriving!!

2009-10-26T08:06:00.003-07:00

Happy Birthday to this Handsome guy!! He is 30 today!! We love you very much!!

Number 3 on the way!

2009-10-22T13:53:00.002-07:00

Number 2!

Number 1!

Disneyland Fun!

2009-10-16T14:41:00.004-07:00

We had just a great time a Disneyland Halloween time this year. It was so great to see family and spend time together. The kids were such troopers! Lots of late nights and naps in the stroller. Enjoy some fun pictures of our week!

It's that time of Year again!

2009-09-30T09:15:00.004-07:00

Let the fun begin!!

Gosh I love these two!

2009-09-29T11:46:00.003-07:00

Happy Anniversary!

2009-09-14T08:01:00.003-07:00

7 years later were still madly in love! Happy Anniversary babe
love you more then ever!

First day of school!

2009-09-12T21:46:00.002-07:00

Tyler had is first day of Preschool this week. He did very well, He loves school. I have to admit when I drop him off and drove off I cried! My little big boy is growing so fast!

Hot weekend!

2009-09-02T13:42:00.003-07:00

We had a very fun and relaxing weekend! We love spending time with family!

Off to the HEAT!

2009-08-28T11:48:00.004-07:00

Were headed back to Palm Springs for the weekend! It's goin be HOT! and Fun!

Photo fun!

2009-08-24T14:57:00.005-07:00

My little Angels! most of the time!

Beach house 09!

2009-08-03T18:59:00.011-07:00

Family in Ojai!

Before we headed to the beach. We got to spend some time with the Monarch family! Reece had his 4 year old birthday party!

I saw a advertisement for the circus and thought that Tyler would love to do that. So we headed down to Honda Center and well we didn't get the greatest seats but we still had a good time. Tyler loved when the shot the people out of the cannons!

Afton and Tyler waiting in line for the Matterhorn on a hot summer day!

They could totally be sister and brother!

Heidi and my Mom came down early and spent some time with us! We had a great time!

Some of our Family shots! I love this one so much!

We had a great week at our Beach house this year. I was great to spend some more time with my family. Not everyone could be there, but we made the most of it. It was totally relaxation and lots of yummy treats and food! Thank you everyone! I'm regretting that I didn't get a lot of pictures. Here is a few to enjoy. Heather took some great family pictures for us too!

Dylan ready to go out to the beach!

This little Dalton was a angel! I couldn't get enough of him.

My Dad was the greatest, he bought the kids golf toys and baseball bats, then played with them all day out at the beach! He always builds a giant sand castle, it seems to get bigger and better every year. They kids look forward to it now. Jace and Ty couldn't get enough of gumpa! Thanks Dad!

Dolphins were so close the the beach! It was really awesome to see that!

Tyler got a bit braver this year, he wanted to play in the water.

Lemons!

2009-07-20T17:02:00.002-07:00

Happy Summer Days!

2009-07-16T15:30:00.007-07:00

We have been enjoying our summer, the boys love to go swimming and so do I!

Tyler is swimming with out a floaty now, I am amazed at how strong he is. He could swim all day long!

Jace is fearless which scares me to death. I'm glad that he has confidence though. We took them to see the Electrical parade at Disneyland!

They loved it so much...we might have to go see it again!

We are so lucky we live so close.

Enjoy these pictures and some videos!

Happy Summer!!

Family Updates!

2009-07-08T09:54:00.014-07:00

It has been a while since I have posted anything! We have started our summer off great! My Mom and Michelle flew out to Cali. to drive me back to Utah for 3 weeks! We had such a great time. I didn't realize how much I missed my family. The boys had such a blast with their cousins, aunts, uncles, Grandma and Grandpa! We had a great 4th of July, Provo seems to be the best place to be! Best of all Heather had her baby. Dalton James Telford! That was for sure the highlight! Thank you all for everything, We had such a great time!! Mom you are the best!

Dalton James Telford
July 6th, 2009
7lbs 8 oz. 19 in

This baby is so beautiful, he makes me want another...even another boy!

Billy and I ran the 5k freedom run! We had a great time Billy beat me... I blame it on my short legs.

We had to go to Seven Peaks...Tyler loved it. He is older this year and can do everything!

The cousisns at the Childrens Parade

Provo River Trip! Thanks Uncle Rob!

Tyler did great at the Dentist aka Grandpa's office! no cavity's yay!!

18 months already!

2009-06-01T14:05:00.006-07:00

Hi my name is Jace and I am 18 months old. I can do a lot of thing at this age. I can eat with a spoon and fork and demand to do it all by myself. I can say almost every word, well at least I try. When I fall down I usually jump right back up. I love to climb that's my favorite. I really like playing in the toilet that is really fun, especially when Mom comes in after me. I love my big brother, I want to be just like him! I love my naps with all my nigh nights aka blankets. I have
mastered jumping from couch to couch! I love my Mom and Dad and they love me too! I'm just a very happy boy and can't wait to grow up!

Memorial Day Weekend!

2009-05-28T11:56:00.004-07:00

We had a very fun and eventful weekend. We headed 2 hours north to Moorpark then to Ojai. We visited Grandpa Hunters grave. That was fun for the kids... Jace wanted all the windmills haha. Billy and I did our first 5k race while pushing the boys in the jogger stroller. We came in second for the stroller catagory! We visited lots of Billy's family, picked oranges in the orange grove. Had a Barbie 'Q at Bob and Lounie's house, and lots of swimming!

What a great Birthday week!

2009-05-13T15:16:00.007-07:00

Last night the Monarchs gave us their Angles tickets for a birthday gift! We had such a great time! I love baseball games! The week really just ended last night!

Tyler had to bring his glove...he wants them to throw the ball to him so he can catch it!

The adorable Men in my life! I'm the luckiest!!

Tyler never ever does this...He was so tired! I loved it!

I love this guy... he is growing up so fast. I'm so lucky to be his mom.

Tyler smashed his little fingers in the elevator. We thought for sure they were broken but after 2 hours in the ER, just really brushed with some abrasions. Poor little guy he was so sad and brave! It is pretty much all better now.

Jace and Sydney! They play so good together!

Tyler and Tess! I gave up doing his hair at the end of the week. Bad mommy!

We ate at the Woody's Roundup for lunch twice! Yummy food and the kids get to run around and Dance with Woody and Jessie.

Part of the crew! Thanks Mom, Heidi and Hailee for such a great week! You guys are the best I love you so much. Your welcome back anytime!!!

Then it was off to Disneyland for a whole week! Wow that was crazy. We had such a blast.

Tyler earned "20 stars" so he got to go to Boomers and miniature golf. His favorite thing to do! (This took almost 2 months to earn the stars, good job Buddie)

Let's Celebrate!

2009-04-30T20:29:00.004-07:00

So I know we go to Disneyland like all the time. OK so I live minutes away, But I am so excited for my sisters and Mom to come and play all week to celebrate our Birthdays!

Happy 1st Birthday little Dylan!

2009-04-27T13:17:00.006-07:00

We love this little guy! Who can resist those big brown eyes and long eyelashes! Your going to be the best big brother. Happy Birthday Pickle...We love you hope you have a fun day!

Beach Days and Sea World!

2009-04-21T13:34:00.003-07:00

We have had some really warm weather these past few days and wanted to get out to the beach! I grab my camera and had to take some shots of the boys!

Dan and Jena and their kids were in town last week for spring break! They invited us down to SD to spend the day at Sea World. We had a great time! Tyler really loved the shows! Jace is still a bit young. It was worth it though...We saw Donnie Osmond and his family...hehe!

Happy Easter! 2009

2009-04-12T23:59:00.005-07:00

We had a very fun and relaxed Easter! We took the boys to our Ward Easter egg hunt... which they loved. Baskets Easter morning, following Church, then Ham and cheese potato's for dinner.

Palm Springs!!

2009-04-08T10:11:00.007-07:00

We were so lucky to get to go to Palm Springs with the Monarch Family! We had such a blast! Tyler was swimming 90 percent of the time! Jace took a 4 hour nap! It was a great little break for Billy and I. The house we stayed at was so spectacular! Right on the Arnold Palmer golf course. It was amazing!! I want to go back!!

Happy Birthday Tess!

2009-04-02T09:10:00.004-07:00

Happy 4th Birthday Tess! We love you and Tyler wishes he could be at your party! Have a magical day Princess Tess Michelle Roberts!

Shark Lagoon!

2009-03-30T15:23:00.012-07:00

Billy and I took the boys to the Shark Lagoon in Long Beach. They have Free Friday nights! ( they get you with the 7$ parking) It was really cool. The kids loved it. Lots of fun stuff to play on.

Jace was not having it! He was so tired...

The boys are really starting to play together. I just love that!

What is it about the toilet paper! I swear... That was a whole roll of Charmin! Thanks Jace!

More fun weekends!

2009-03-09T17:26:00.006-07:00

Tyler's new obsession!! I cant decide if this is good for bribing purposes or not!!

Heather, Jeff and my Mom were here last week! We had such a fun time! Ihardley got any good pictures, hopefully they did. Thanks for coming guys!

The three grandsons... soon to be four! We love our buddie boys!

My friends and I had a girls weekend in St. George. It was great seeing everyone! I miss just hanging out and talking an laughing! I think I laughed till I cried! One of my favorite things!! I can't wait to see you all again.

Thank girls for a great weekend...lets do it again!!

I don't know to brag or complain? He was so proud! I had take a picture!

Shout out to the Bro! Happy Birthday!

2009-02-25T09:49:00.004-08:00

Happy Birthday Robby! I hope you have a great day! We love you and my boys sure miss their uncle Rob.

2009-02-23T10:35:00.005-08:00

We had a very fun Valentines. My Mom, Michelle and Brady were here. Of course we headed to the parks again. Billy and I got a yummy lunch date without high chairs and booster seats and kid plates. We then ended the day with all of us and Cheesecake Factory! It was a great weekend. Thanks guys for hanging out with us. My lovely gift from my sweet hubby!

Our little Heart breaker!

This is the best ride at Disneyland FYI. (Toy Story Mainia)

Shout out to the Greatest Grandma on the Planet!! Love you MOM!!

Tyler had a blast with these two. "Shell and Bwady" he calls them! Thanks guys for coming down we miss you!

Can't wait!

2009-02-13T15:18:00.003-08:00

Tonight I get to go see this!! I have never seen it on Broadway before and I can't wait.

Good Ole' family fun!

2009-02-08T13:07:00.010-08:00

We found this great park with a huge pond, and tons of ducks and birds! This was a great activity for the boys and us.

We love going miniature golfing. It's probably one of Tyler favorites things to do.

Tyler got some games for his birthday. Chutes and ladders being one of them. Such a great family classic. We all love it.

This is what happens when you try to go get dressed for the day...!!!

This has been our best friend!

2009-02-03T18:34:00.002-08:00

The past few days my boys noses have needed these more than ever. Poor little guys they have soars and scabs and bright red noses!

Its hard to believe...

2009-01-25T16:10:00.018-08:00

I live in sunny California. We've had a great start to our new year. My Mom, Heidi, Judd & family came to visit and of course go to Disneyland. (I still can't believe that I can go there whenever I want.) Tyler and Jace had so much fun with their cousins. They are still recovering from all the late nights. The weather last week was absolutely amazing for January. Over the three day weekend Billy's brother Jim had a 40th birthday party at the beach house. We got to head down for a few days and enjoy the great weather and visit with family. I don't hardly remember seeing Tyler that whole weekend!! I still can't believe we live so close we get to do fun things like this!

Jace learned a new trick with his lips!

Tyler didn't want his picture taken, so I took a picture of him not wanting his picture taken!!

Jace loves the beach and balloons but they don't got together very well. He popped so many!!

On our last day at Disneyland, Judd stayed home with the babies and I got to have the day with just Tyler. It started out rough... Tyler had a little accident, well it wasn't little at all. We found a pair of Jace's pants in the car and they fit him has shorts. I couldn't believe they fit his waist. The rest of the day went perfect. We had so much fun. We didn't realize how easy Disney is with just one kid.

I think I mentioned that Tyler loves the princesses!

This is his cheese face!

These two were best and worst friends!! Everyone thought they were brother and sister. They act like it too. They cried when they had to say goodbye!

We took and day and went down to Balboa Island! We found my Mom's corn dogs!! (she didn't want us to take a picture!) sorry Mom you look awesome...remember that lady thought you were are sister!!

I went to Disneyland on a random afternoon and this is what happened! I still can't believe it!

Lots of birthday fun!

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Tyler had such a great Birthday. Then we headed home at nine o clock and got a package from Grandma and Grandpa loaded with presents from the family!! Thanks everyone! Tyler was so excited!!

Tyler got a Ducks jersey from the Monarch family. He loves it!

He's looking pretty tired at this point of the night.

Finger again...!

Tyler could not stop stickin his fingers in it!!

Tyler loved it!!!

I made Tyler's cake this year, really not something I do...thought I would give it a try. I looked really easy. It actually was harder than I thought, but a lot of fun!! I think it turned out ok too!

Even Jace got to play!

Jumpin Jamin!!!

We then went over to his cousins and picked them all up to head to Jumpin Jamin!

Then I took him and Jace to see the movie Bolt!

Opened some presents.

He started the day by waking up at 10:00.

Happy 3rd Birthday Tyler!

2009-01-11T22:45:00.014-08:00

I'll never forget the moment this beautiful boy was born. The feelings I felt are indescribable. Tyler was 6 days late but worth every second. We were so grateful to have our first child in our arms. He was such a beautiful baby. I can't believe he is already 3! Tyler is such a smart boy. Some of his favorite thing are, Mario kart for the Wii and DS. Mickey Mouse clubhouse, riding his new bike & daddy's iphone. He loves going to baseball, basketball, and hockey games. He loves his little brother Jacey...(that's what he calls him). He loves to sing songs. Some of his favorites are, "Jesus wants me for a Sun BEAM", Popcorn popping & Do as I'm doing. He loves apple juice, chicken nuggets, string cheese, cheese its crackers, pizza, pears, oranges and fruit snacks! Tyler is more than a joy in our home and in our lives. He is a very well natured kid, loaded with energy, such a big help to Mom, and Dad's buster boy.

We love you Tyler, and wish you a Happy Birthday! Big 3 year old

Tyler Love's his cousin Reece. They are the best of buddies.
We went and picked out his bike a little bit early so he could have it all day on his birthday!

Tyler 2 1/2yrs

Tyler 2 yrs

Tyler 18 months

Tyler 1 year

Happy New Year!!!

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Happy New Year Everyone! Hope you have all your resolutions!

We had a Merry Christmas!

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Michelle and Brady's First Christmas together

Classic Christmas morning.

I love that fresh out of bed look!

This is one thing I miss about living in Utah...Days like this. I'm glad I got to see it. I don't miss driving in it though.

The three grandsons.

I love that look on Dylan's face.

This is what Jace did all day long!

Oh he's just the cutest!

Before we left to Utah we got to babysit over night our niece and nephews. We had such a good time. The kids were great!!

One of our highlights from our trip, Billy and I went to Anniversary Inn for no special ocasion but to be together. It was so awesome! I highly reccomend an over night get a way for those of you with kids! Thanks Mom for watching mine!

We had such a awesome Christmas! We traveled to Utah to stay with my parents. The roads were great both ways. (we got lucky) It was so fun to have all that snow! Tyler got to go sledding and built a snowman! The boys were showered with gifts and games. Tyler was a bit overwhelmed on Christmas day. As we were getting him ready for bed on Christmas Eve, I told him when he wakes up he will have lots of presents from Santa. He said..."I already got my present see'...(he pointed to his new Jammie's he had just opened) It was so cute! Billy and I just melted.

My parents were so great to have us for a week. They spoiled us! We are so grateful for family's and the time we have to all be together. That was the best gift of all!! I hope everyone had a great Christmas this year.

We want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas!

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Visit with Santa!

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I took Tyler and Jace to go see Santa for the first time. Tyler was very polite and told him that he's been a good boy and he wants a "Woody toy" Haha it was really cute! Jace didn't cry but wasn't quite sure what was goin on!

Disney Days!

2008-12-10T21:57:00.012-08:00

These past few months we have been to Disneyland numerous times...and I still love it! When family comes to visit this is where we go! The boys and I have such a great time! I really love it! Tyler at about 6:00 totally out!!

Waiting for the parade!

This is my favorite picture!!

Happy Holidays and Disney!

Tyler really likes the girl characters...not sure why? He thinks there cute!

Jace is One!

2008-12-01T12:31:00.019-08:00

Happy Birthday Jace! I wanted to take a look back one year ago... It amazes me how time flies! Here is a lot of pictures of Jace's first year! I can't believe how much babies change in one year!

Jace loves his birthday cake. It took him a minute or two to really start digging in!

Happy 1st Birthday Jace John we love you very much!!

1 year
11 months

9 months

7 months

6 months

4months

6 weeks

1 months old

1 week old

Jace 1 day old

Yay Jace!

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It was time!

2008-11-05T15:32:00.002-08:00

Tyler got a haircut!! I have been debating this for quite some time now. I Love his longer hair but I felt it was time for a change. As a hairdresser this is what I stress over! ha ha! I think he looks way cool and grown up!

After

Before

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We had a such a great Halloween this year. We got to do lots of fun things. We went to our wards Trunk or Treat the night before, then went Trick or Treating with cousins and neighbors. Tyler loved it! Jace well, he liked the stroller ride.

Tyler and Reece in their Halloween costumes. These guys are best buddy's!

Jace love this car that Julene has, Tyler likes to push him in it.

Jace did not like his hood up!

Trunk or Treating!!

We took the kids to pumpkin city. Just another fun festive day for us. (These places are rip-offs) But the kids love it!

Billy and I got to go to Ducks vs Redwings Hockey game! We saw a sweet fan fight! The guy got escorted out by the police!! This was such good entertainment! And we won in over time!

Happy Halloween!

2008-10-31T23:41:00.002-07:00

I hope everyone had a great Halloween! We sure did. Lots of more photos later! I am to tired tonight!

Happy Birthday Billy!!

2008-10-26T22:57:00.003-07:00

We had a great Birthday weekend for Billy! We were able to go out to dinner at the Wood Ranch one of our favorites. Also we got to go see a movie. His Birthday was on Sunday so I decided to make him Cafe Rio dinner. Wow was it Yummy! We ate over Billy's sisters house. And had cake and ice cream. Billy's Mom and Bob were there too!

Billy and his beautiful boys!!

Opening presents!!

This cake was the same cake his Mom made him when he was a little boy!

We still have our cougar spirit even though we dont get to see the games!!

Disneyland 2008!

2008-10-23T14:38:00.021-07:00

We had such a great time a Disneyland this year. We were able to do almost every ride we wanted a few times. We watched both parades. The kids loved them! I just love Disneyland. The food, the rides, and the music! It is also so fun to see the reaction of Tyler. He really believes that Mickey Mouse is real! I loved having my family here too. I have my season pass now so I will be back there often.

Tyler loved mickey ice cream!

Tyler loved being with his Grandma! Thanks Mom for all your help!

Jace enjoyed all the action to! He was such a trooper. All he needed was food and he was happy!!

Some of our large group waiting for the parade to start.

If you haven't had the Corn Dog at California Adventure...then you've missed out! They are so dang good!! Michelle talked about it all day! Ha ha!

Tyler was such a good boy. He loves Disneyland. We had really good weather, a little hot at times but that's better than rain. It was really crowed on the weekend. Monday was the best day for sure. No crowds, cooler weather, and we got Dream Fast Passes for the day, thanks to Heidi. She was in the right place at the right time!

Tyler, Tess and Sydney. These girls were angels all week! Aren't they so cute!

After our Trick of Treat night we were all so tired. Jace feel asleep in Brady's arms. So cute. Thanks Brady and Michelle for all your help all week! You guys are awesome!

Look closely at this picture - you might know more people than you think. We met up with the Myers families.

Well we dressed up for the kids! We got so hot after a while and took off our costumes. It was a lot of fun. Too many people but oh well!

Tyler loved meeting Woody and Jessie. He was all flushed in his face! He couldn't believe it!

Family comes to visit!

2008-10-18T23:26:00.007-07:00

My mom and sisters came down to Cali to visit, and of course go to Disneyland! We still have a few more days with them here... more pics to come!

Michelle and Brady! To little love birds!

The kids had such a blast at the beach. We just let them go to town!

Oh this boy is so dang cute. He had the best time!

Halloween Disney here we come!!

2008-10-13T14:28:00.002-07:00

Every year our family goes to Disneyland for the Halloween Trick or Treat!! I am so excited our week has finally arrived!

I love all my boys!

2008-10-02T21:17:00.011-07:00

The Monarch's weren't able to use their Angels tickets... so they were so nice to think of us! We got to take both of our boys to the game, and sat in their awesome seats! Tyler was so excited. He really loved being at the game. He did so good. He sat nicely in his seat and intently watched the game... so so cute. I know I have a little sports fanatic! I guess I am a boy mom! I love it!

Tyler and Jace got to be on the big screen! Tyler was to shy to go by himself, So daddy got to be up there to. (sorry for the blur, I didn't get the best shot of it.) check out the video... see if you can spot the boys.

Just look at that smile! He was so excited to see the big baseball game. He did yell out "go cougars" however... His uncle Rob taught him that!

I love love love my boys!! This is one of my dreams. Taking the boys to the ball games.

These photos are random but I wanted to post. I just love when this happens.

When we went up to our in laws the boys stayed in our bed with us.(not one of my favorite nights...) But we got to bed so late, they slept in so long. I thought this was kind of a rare moment. Love it.

Happy Birthday Afton!

2008-10-01T14:16:00.002-07:00

I will never forget the day when this beautiful girl entered the world 10/01/01! She was more then perfect. Afton Raelynn Messenger is an amazing, intelligent, inventive, darling girl! We wanted to wish a very Happy 7th Birthday! We can't wait anymore until you come!! We love you Rae!

Good ole' family fun!

2008-09-26T14:00:00.006-07:00

This past weekend went headed up north to MoorPark to visit Billy's Brother. We stayed over a few nights and had a great time. We got are first big taste of Friday night traffic through LA. What was suppose to be a 2 hour drive took us 4 and half! oh well it was worth it! We'll just be smarter next time.

They took us and the kids to the family farm. Tyler had such a blast. He really loves feeding and learning about animals.

This is Tyler and his cousin Ella on huge pumpkins. Check out those girl shoes. We lost one of Tyler's shoes and they only had girl shoes that fit Tyler. so funny!! Tyler didn't care one bit, acually he liked them! (We found his shoe the next day!)

Happy 6th year Anniversary!

2008-09-14T16:01:00.010-07:00

Billy and I have been married six years today!! Its amazing how time flys. We have been so blessed in all aspects of our lives. I know we were meant for each other and I couldn't be more lucky to have him in my life. I think every year gets better and better! I love you babe! I truly am grateful for all you do for me and our family! You're my "tummy nummy"!! I love you! (So our wedding photos weren't given to us on a CD and I didn't want to scan, so these ones have bad resolution.)

We celebrated yesterday! My sister in law watched our kids. We went and got massages, then headed to Newport. Billy surprised me with a Gondola ride... so fun! They had sparkling cider and some bread, cheese, and salomi. Oh and the guy in the back rowing us. he he! (They did this on the bachelor if anyone watched)

We then went to the Chart House for dinner! One of my most favorites!! Thanks babe for such a wonderful day!

Angels Game!

2008-09-12T15:05:00.008-07:00

The Monarch's took us to another Angels game! We had such a good time. We had such great seats. Jace got put on the jumbo screen! He was so cute and fun at the game.

He had his first red vine! Such a mess but it kept him happy for a little while.

I think this is Tory Hunter. We like him for his last name. haha!

Go Angels. They actually lots this game vs the Yankees but they won the next night!

a little update of our week

2008-09-07T21:04:00.011-07:00

Summer is coming to an end here in Cali. Still lots of sun shine though. We have been enjoying the out doors as much as possible. Lots of great walks, swimming, the beach and whatever else we can think of. I am slowly figuring out whats all around me. I have manage to find shorter route to grocery stores and shopping centers. I've also found lots of fun parks. Billy is enjoying his job, he's been busy, which make to days go fast. He also works very close to home so we get to meet up for lunch a few times a week. That is something I love and look forward to. I miss family very much. I'm anticipating their arrival in October.

We went for a walk around the Newport Beach Temple. This Temple is just across the way from our Church. It is such a beautiful Temple. Tyler's favorite he said was water fountains and Angel Moroni.

Hayden started his football season for junior high. We've been having lots of fun on Saturdays going to the games!

Our apartment complex had a end of summer luau last night. There was a full catered dinner as well as Tahitian fire dancers. Tyler had lots of fun with all the little kids.(check out the movie)

Tyler and Mommy out at the pool enjoying the In and Out Daddy brought to us for lunch.

Tyler learned to say I love you in sign language. He has been practicing really hard to get those little fingers to do what he wanted. It was so cute. He's now a pro at it.

Jace learned to stand up in his crib. This is good and bad... good cause I know he is progressing bad because he won't lay down to go to sleep!

Congrats to Michelle and Brady!

2008-09-02T15:11:00.003-07:00

My little sister Michelle got engaged yesterday! Wahoo!! We are so excited for them!! We love Brady and can't wait until he joins the Family! Don't they make a beautiful couple!!

Jace is 9 months today!

2008-08-29T14:00:00.003-07:00

So at age 9months he is crawling not quite on all fours but he definitely gets around. He gets him self from his tummy to sitting up! He eats what ever I give him. He's a human vacuum, He loves his big brother, he does patty cake! Oh and he slept 12 hours last night without food! Yay for Jace! We love him very much!

Baby Jace at just a few days old. It's just amazing how fast they grow up and how much they change!

Just a bit more of summer fun!

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We took Tyler to the Discovery Museum. He got to meet Bob the builder... He has no clue who he is, we don't watch him. You can tell he doesn't like him much. After we left he said " I don't like Bob"! It was so funny.

This is a tornado... really cool we thought.

And were still trying the whole potty training... any tips?

Tyler and Daddy at the beach. I think they look so much alike!!

First week in Cali...

2008-08-19T10:30:00.010-07:00

We have had a great week here in California. I am adjusting well. We have tried to get the boys back on a routine, they got all messed up from the move and vacations. They are having lots of fun. Tyler loves to go swimming, and he's made some new friends. I love our ward, lots of young couples and tons of kids! Billy is slowly learning his new job, I wouldn't say he loves it yet. Still adjusting . I love all the thing to do down here. We found the best park. We have great restaurants. We went to Newport beach last night for family night. We trying to stay positive and enjoy our adventure. Tyler and Jace ready for church.

They love the tub!!

Breakfast is one of my favorite times of the day, The kids eat so good and they are so happy!

Jace can now pick up small pieces of food and put it in his mouth. So cute!

The boys love the pool, we have the greatest baby pool. Jace touch the bottom and Tyler swims perfect with no floaties.

Well we tried underwear didn't do so well. Better luck next time.

Our Journey Moving!

2008-08-11T19:21:00.029-07:00

We are finally here in Cali! The weather is perfect, lots of new and exciting adventures ahead of us.

Louine and her new husband Bob! They look so Happy!! Congratulations!

Ty and Daddy at the wedding. We took pictures of each other haha!

Mommy and Jace at the wedding!

Jace and his cousin Kade. They are just 6 weeks apart

Afton got tackled by Ty and Tess!!

Michelle and Myself say cheese!

Tyler got to go bowlin! He love is it!

Tyler and Cousin Tess! So cute I love this picture!

Then we headed to back to Provo for Billy's Mom's wedding. All my sisters got together and went the the Dinosaur Museum on $2 Tuesday! Wow it was crowded! But we had a great time!

This is our new favorite place! There is one just up the street!

This is our place right after we got all the boxes in. I'll get some better pictures when we get all settled.

Dinner at Rainforest cafe at Downtown Disney! Tyler was sleeping in the stroller!

Grandma with the boys! Oh how we love her! Thanks mom for all your help!! She stayed with us and helped us move in!

Tyler and Jace in their new room. They love their closet mirrors. They make the room look bigger.

Ty and Mommy!

Dinner at Wood Ranch, one of our favorites

Tyler sleeps like this in the car. We were laughing so hard!

We stopped by Grandpa Hunter's grave. I never got to see it because Jace was born a week after he passed. We love and miss him so much!

Our way awesome beach house week! Aren't they so cute?

Billy and I at the Ojai house. His mom is getting ready to sell it... so we wanted to go a spend some time there.

This is all our stuff packed up in our POD ready to be shipped to California!

Our last day at Cambridge Court house!

Oh I just love this...

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