Monday, July 13, 2009

Armatage Family Reunion!

A week ago today we got home from a fabulous camping trip up St. Charles Canyon, located a few miles from Bear Lake!

It was so fun to see all of my Aunts, Uncles, and Cousin's by the dozens! We had over 70 people there!
On the first day there, I smothered Boston in kid-friendly mosquito repellent twice... 50+ mosquito bites later, I decided to smoother him in the adult stuff that contained lots of deet! (Does anyone know a kid mosquito repellent that actually works???)

Despite all the bites, Boston had the time of his life up camping, and waisted no time getting dirty while playing with his cousin Jordan!
The second day there, Jeremy went golfing, and then we all enjoyed spending sometime at Bear Lake!

Even Hadley dressed up for the event! She wore my old swimming suit that I wore as a baby! She looked so cute, and even shared with us some of her first smiles!

I loved the way Hadley's eyes just sparkle in this picture!

Boston loved throwing the wet sand all over himself, and anyone who would dare get near!

He also loved playing with his cousin Peyton in the sand! Boston wanted to follow Peyton everywhere up camping!

It was the busiest I have ever seen Bear Lake! The pictures in the top right is to show all the hundreds of cars on just the north end of the lake.
The second night there, we had a TERRIBLE storm. Hail, Rain, Wind, and Lightening and Thunder. We all ran to our tents or trailers. Boston was so scared, and was crying so hard. Then Jeremy and I said a prayer that everyone would be safe and protected, and began singing primary songs. Immediately Boston calmed down, and Jeremy and I were able to calm our fears as well. My parents tent got severely flooded, but nobody was hurt. I am always amazed by the Power of prayer and the Power of music. Both work miracles.
On the third day we joined in Paris, Idaho's Independence Day activities which included a yummy breakfast, and a fun parade!! My favorite part about the parade is that it goes down one side of the street, turns around, and then comes back on the other side of the street!

Before the parade started we took some time to take some family pics in our flag shirts! Wow, we are a family of 4! That's crazy!

But what is even crazier is that my parents now have 7 grandkids!

This is Hadley and her cousin Audriana! My kids are so lucky to have cousin's so close to their age!

On the 4th day, we went to church, did some crafts, and just enjoyed the beauty of the mountains!
I think Boston's favorite activity the whole time was riding these cars down this small ramp. The kids did this for HOURS!

Here are some other fun pics! Thanks to everyone who planned and attended the reunion! It was a blast!



Friday, July 10, 2009

Free Slurpee's Tomorrow!

Don’t forget that this Saturday (Tomorrow) is Free Slurpee Day. Every July 11, 7-Eleven stores across America celebrate their birthday by giving away free Slurpees. This year, the convenience store chain is turning 82!

Do you find this as funny as I did?

Walking through Walmart the other night I say the Capri Suns were on SALE!! After all, the price WAS $1.12, and now it has rollback to $1.67... Wait... WHAT? Got to love Walmart!

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Hadley's Pictures

I am finally getting around to posting some of my favorite pictures of Hadley. I just love these pictures. My sister-in-law Cassie took them when Hadley was just 11 days old! Which one is your favorite?

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Check out Cassie's website to see more of her work http://cg-photography.blogspot.com/

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Happy 4th Birthday Jordan!

My nephew Jordan is turning 4 today! He had a super fun GOLF birthday party this past weekend. As you can see he had an awesome birthday cake, and received lots of presents!

At the party, the kids got to decorate their own golf balls, and then play 4 holes of golf!!
All the kids had a blast! These three boys were the last to quite! They loved it, but as soon as they heard the word CAKE they were done playing!


Here are some other fun pictures taken at the party! -Hadley with her cousin Ty- My cousin Tennille feeding Hadley-Jeremy and Audriana

Happy 4th Birthday Jordan!

Friday, June 19, 2009

Yet another week has FLOWN by

Wow. Life is busy. It's a wonder to me how people get anything done when they have 2+ kids. If you know the secret, please let me know! Here are a few of the things we did this past week!

Last Friday Jeremy took his scouts up the canyon for another campout. They had a lot of fun despite the lightening, thunder, and downpour of rain! I am just grateful they all made it back safe!

On Saturday Jeremy had the opportunity to baptized his adorable niece Baylee. We are so proud of her. She has been taking the missionary discussions and her and her step-brother chose to be baptized!!
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While we were at the baptism our bathroom flooded from the severe rainstorm. Luckily nothing was damaged since we have in all tore up to be remodeled.

I finally captured Hadley pulling her funny face. She loves to make her mouth into a perfectly shaped O. I love it!

Boston has enjoyed playing outside, especially riding his new bike!!

This is a picture that Boston took of Hadley! I can't believe she is now 5 weeks old! That's 5 weeks with very little sleep. No wonder I can't think straight. (Don't get me wrong, I am so very grateful to be a mom and be blessed to endure the no sleep stage!)

Our neighborhood had a huge party last night. There was 60 pounds of Sloppy Joe's, and tons of hot dogs to spare! They had games for the kids, and a D.J. doing a great job of getting everyone dancing... even Boston joined in the fun.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Boston's Special Day

Boston had a fantastic birthday that started out with the traditional birthday Pancakes!

Then we went to the Park with his best friend Porter, and had a Picnic there too!

When Jeremy got home we went and played a few games at Chucky Cheese's because it was to rainy to play outside. (I found it quite funny that nothing has changed in Chucky Cheese's since I was 7!)
After a few games Boston enjoyed some fries and a huge ice cream cone!

We finished off the day by opening presents. I love how excited he gets about everything!
I think Boston sang Happy Birthday to himself at least 10 times. It was so funny.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Happy Birthday Boston!!

Picture Taken By Cassie Garner- CG Photography
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Boston is turning two today!! Here are a few things I want to remember about my little guy at this fun age.

Favorite Foods: Fries, Peanut Butter and Honey Sandwiches, Pineapple, and anything dipped in Ketchup.

Favorite Things To Do: Boston loves just about everything, especially if it is outside!! He loves playing with cars, trains, planes, and Puzzles! He enjoys all sports, but seems to have a special passion for Basketball. He loves going to the library and reading lots and lots of books. He also enjoys drawing, and playing on the computer.

Things he has learned: Boston amazes me with his ability to quickley learn new things. He can recognize all of his letters, he knows all of his shapes and colors, and can count to 13. He also has a huge vocabulary for his age. Boston also loves to sing. He knows the ABC song, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, I Love To See The Temple, I am A Child of God, Wheels on the Bus, Itsy Bitsy Spider, and more!

Favorite Shows: He loves watching Super Why, Little Einsteins, and his favorite movies CARS!

Boston gives the best hugs and kisses in the world! He constantly makes us laugh with the funny things he does. I feel so lucky I get to spend everyday with my little buddy! I couldn't ask for a better friend.

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Another Week Has Flown By

Here are a few of the happenings from the week;

It was Hadley's first week of church. She looked super cute all dressed up and slept through all 3 meetings! (Sorry, not a great picture)
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I also got a new calling... Primary Chorister. I am so scared. I have never been so scared of a calling. So please, if you have any suggestions please send them my way.

This is a video of Boston after a long day at church!

We finally went grocery shopping so our fridge no longer looks like this, and hopefully it never will again.

Boston amazes us everyday. Lately I have been amazed by his ability to understand and remember conversations. Also to point out shapes. He will say things like "Door, Rectangle." "Window- Square" He is slowly but surely getting used to his little sister. Now if we could just get him to stop poking her in the eyes...

Last but definitely not least, we had some very special visitors! The Schloemer Family!! It was so fun to have them come and visit all the way from Alabama! We miss you guys already! Especially Boston!