May 2010 - My Kids Are Getting SO Big!!!

Zaley Turns 2!

Zaley turned 2 on February 28th. It seems like yesterday that we had our new baby girl. She is growing up so fast and has so much personality! She loves shoes, the color pink, chocolate, and Dora the Explorer. She is talking like crazy and loves to run and play. She is absolutely precious! Happy Birthday Princess!

School Days

I attended Parent Teacher Conference this week. Both of my boys are doing so great and I could not be more proud. They are tremendous readers and their intellectual growth amazes me every day. I have to say that some of their ability may just come naturally, but it is due in a large part to outstanding teachers. We are so blessed to have had Shirlene Law as their preschool teacher at USU; she gave them a great head start and I will be forever grateful. Treysen had Crystal Riser last year, and Taidyn has her this year. She is one of the most amazing individuals I know. I can see how much she loves teaching and watching her classroom succeed, but even more than that I can see how much she loves every child she teaches. If all teachers had 25% the compassion, love and desire that she does, our schools would be a better place. A big THANK YOU to all of those teachers out there that truly care...what a difference they can make in this world.

Kids - Feb 2010

Zobell Family Album / Oct-Dec '09

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Zobell Family Album / Jan-Sept '09

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Fall Family Pictures

Chicago

Craig and I spent 4 days in Chicago this month. We loved seeing Wrigley Field, Trump Towers, Millenium Park, Navy Pier... My cousin Ben and Allison came down the last night and we loved walking downtown, having dinner and chatting. We had a good time!

My Trip With The Boys

I took the boys to the Corn Maize at Thanksgiving Point, the dinosaur museum, and the circus last weekend. We had a great time! Here are a couple of pictures when we stopped along the way to pick leaves!

Zaley & Dyl

Zaley loves her big cousin Dylann. They are so cute. aawww! ;)

Our Pink Princess

Wow girls are fun. I just can't get enough pink! I am so grateful to have this little girl in our family. She balances our little family out and I can't imagine our lives without her. ;)

Labor Day '09

What a great weekend. We built Zaley's playhouse, had a camping adventure on the back deck and went golfing. Why can't all weekends be 3 days?!

Tai's First Day of KG!

Here is Taidyn on his first day of Kindergarten!

Mrs. Riser asked them to bring a poster on their first day, "It's All About Taidyn". The poster highlights a few things: Tai likes his family, friends, pizza, his tiger, his dinosaur and the color blue. He wants to be a Golf Pro when he grows up so he can golf all day and teach people how to drive golf carts. His favorite book is Superman.

They were also asked to bring a "paper doll" that looked just like them. His guy has a sketched face from his photo and an outfit just like Jo Jonas complete with DC shoes and a scarf. Funny ;)

Our baby is growing up! Love you Tai Tai!

Trey's First Day of 1st Grade!

I cannot believe it. It seems like yesterday that Treysen was my little 6 lbs 13 oz baby, born on Friday the 13th of September. Even though Friday the 13th is unlucky for some, it was the best day I had ever had and this little boy has brought us nothing but joy. Treysen is so smart, imaginative, creative and loving. I don't know what I'd do without his constant hugs. I hope he has an amazing day at school today!

Missing Grandpa Today

My Grandpa Lloyd was selfless, friendly, loving and strong. He was both my Grandpa and my daddy. He was my world and he is a huge part of who I am today. 15 years ago today he passed away. That was the hardest day of my life. Many times growing up I would think "Would Grandpa be proud of me?" His example helped me make the right choices because I couldn't stand to ever let him down. I hope he is still proud of me.

I love you Grandpa and I miss you more than words can explain. Thanks for watching over us until we meet again.

Our First Camping Trip

This weekend we went camping at Yellow Pine with the McKenna's and the Bird's. There were 10 kids, all 6 and under! The boys put a lot of miles on their bikes, loved fishing, and of course roasting marshmallows. Good times!

Pictured: Tai, Jarom Bird & Trey

Innocent?

Our little Zaley was the easiest baby, but she is quickly becoming very independent and stubborn. Climbing drawers, playing in toilets, dumping everything in the pantry...this little girl is going to give me a run for my money. She just looks so innocent!

4th of July Trip

For the 4th of July, we took the kids to "Stadium of Fire" in Provo. We were lucky enough to get front row tickets! Taidyn's heros, The Jonas Brothers, performed. It was a great show! We also took the kids to the aquarium. Zaley loved watching the sharks. As soon as we got home, Treysen had dad working on the playset in the backyard (which we hope will be all assembled by tonight)! GOOD TIMES!

Happy 4th of July!

This morning we went to the Neola parade for the 4th of July. Airplanes flew right over us, and the kids loved getting TONS OF CANDY! Now we're off to Provo to the Stadium of Fire to watch the Jonas Brothers. We are SO excited! Happy 4th of July everyone!

Zaley Is Walking...Finally!

Last night Zaley started walking! By the time I grabbed the camera she was tired, so she wasn't going to let go of that baba! I'm so glad that Mom and Dad both got to witness her first time walking more than just a few steps! That's our girl!!!