Finally on Facebook

I finally broke down and created a facebook account. I guess what was holding me back was the fact that everything new seems to fade out after a year. Take My Space for example. Was really hot and heavy, I kinda did one little thing on it, and didn't check it for a year (apologize to those who tried to contact me that way). I guess just wasn't my cup of tea. However, I'm super excited to see all my friends on facebook, and hopefully talk to those that I haven't seen in a while!

Chaps Ahoy

For our drill team this year, I'm on a bridle-less quad. We decided that we would do our drill to 'The Devil goes down to Georgia' and dress up with some sort of flames. I got this notion that we should make our own set of chaps. Yes, I know, I volunteer for a lot. I started cutting everything out today and laying it out. It took all day to cut things and try to sort it in an organized fashion. I still need to get the buckles and some rivets to fix it all together, but I took a couple of 'beginning' shots.

Koda and Zena Pics

Took some pics of Koda and Zena today. Zena, who is supposedly recovering from an Abcess showed no sign of slowing as she was prancing around and being silly today! isn't she cute, I love how dark her coloring is coming in. Koda, on the other hand, was a brat, he's pretty much 16 hands, although he 'feels' much taller.

Look at the difference in height between the two. Zena is my baby, she's such a great horse, perfect 14.3 height, great temperment, just fantastic all around.

Aidan and Pee Wee Soccer

Just like his cousin Braden, Aidan is doing Pee Wee Soccer for the first time. It makes me smile a little as they're like little bumble bees all running to get a flower. Aidan wasn't quite sure what to make of it, he just ran back and forth like a little chimpanzee hooting and hollering and giving Chris and I the thumbs up sign. I finally had to yell at him to pay attention to the ball. And of course, he's the smallest on the team. Guess my boys are just lucky that way. Alot of boy in a small package.

Pre warm up stretches. I was laughing quite a bit, as they did jumping jacks as well, and Aidan who had never done a jumping jack before was just looking like a jack hammer.

Aidan's number 10. I would love to say he kicked that ball, but the cute little red head boy in front of him, who is going to be the next PELE was awesome, and could dribble that ball around everyone. He also seemed to have several shoe malfuctions and would lob his shoe along with the ball halfway down the court.

Sixth Grade Camp

Much to my husbands dismay, we sent Brennon to sixth grade camp last week at camp arnold. Brennon has been struggling in school this year, and we really debated about allowing him to attend. We finally relented as this will be the last year for any camp, they're shutting down the trip due to funds. What I did not know, is that Brennon took MY camera, not his but got a few good shots. The above shot is the cabin that they stayed at.

A picture of the challenge course sign. Evidently they got to do rowing, archery, zip lining, hiking, etc...

One of the balance boards that they had to do as a team. They also had to do this weird team building excersize where they all held hands and then had to unwind themselves into a circle.

Brennon with one of his favorite things from the trip. He loved doing archery, said the camp person said he was quite good at it.

A rare pic of a smiling Brennon. Don't know what it is with Preteens, but they hardly ever find anything to be happy about! LOL!

Washer Woes

Ever wonder what the inside of a front load washer really looks like? I know, me neither, but I didn't have a choice as a repair man was called 2 weeks ago for the 4th diagnosis on why our washer was leaking. I was sure that he was simply going to replace the unit as there is a lemon law in Washington States. But sadly, no. Instead, he pretty much replaced everything EXCEPT for the drum and the electrical front. I would have snapped more pictures, but my Pirates of the Caribean repair man look alike was giving me the evil eye.

Show N Shine Pics #2

Found a few more pics from our weekend trip to Ellensburg. The backdrop was pretty, especially the little scenic town. Found out that 60% of the buildings were real (actually relocated) and the rest were fabricated to fit.

Here's some of the groups bigger horse trailers in front of the barn where the horses were kept.

This lovely abode is Chris and my 7 man tent with front screening room which we had all to ourselves! LOL!

Show and Shine Results 2009

We had a great time at Show and Shine, we placed 2nd in Short Program and 4th in Freestyle. I rode a white arab named Malibu for Freestyle (as seen in the picture above.) and a brown QH for Short Program named Annie. It was alot of fun. Chris did fantastic with Ginger, especially holding a flag.

Me at the end on Annie holding the flag. Chris is actually at the opposite end on Ginger.

Another picture of me on Annie.

Chris on Ginger. Look at how good she's being!!!

I love this photo of me on Zena with the sky in the background!

Quite a large portion of our team. I'm on the end on my favorite horse. There are a couple of people missing from it, though.

Keagan's Bowling Birthday

Keagan wanted his birthday to be at the bowling alley this year. He seemed to have alot of fun. We bought cupcakes from Costco and everyone got an individual cupcake all for themselves. Aidan was wearing his new (okay retro old) Star Wars shirt, while Keagan sported the attitude that only 11 year olds can have. Brennon went to, but he just doesn't like to be photographed as much lately. Everyone had a blast, I'm happy because I have a repreive of 5 months before I have to mess with another kid party.

Keagan throwing the ball that he won last December. First time it's been used at the alley.

Aidan showing off his Star Wars shirt.

Wolverine Rocks

Did I mention how much of a movie buff I am??? I think I enjoy the movies more than my kids do. Friday, I got a lucky reprieve because I ended up not having to have drill practice that night, so we bought advance tickets to Wolverine and took the family. I thought it was great. I whooped I hollered, I told somebody 5 rows down to shut up (loudly). When Wolverine got the admantium, I wished I could have paused the projector to watch him run nude down the hill (I know right!). Aaaahhhh, so after an hour and a half, I was so excited, I couldn't wait to hear what the boys thought. I saw Keagan, I said. That was great, huh, he replied "Eeehh, it was alright." Must be Chris' side of the family. At least now I won't take him to Star Trek this week.

Slacker

Really 2 posts in April??? I'm ashamed of myself. As if I have too much to do than to not at least post about our day! LOL!