Pumpkin Patch 2008

Those boots are made for "mud puddles"

Love that pose
Ready, set, go!!!!

Smile!

Oh, Canyon, you look so cute!

COUSINS!!!!

Today we took the boys (and Madalyn Rose) to the Pumpkin patch. Thank goodness Maddi and Tristan wore their boots. The most fun that they had was running through the mud puddles.
We ran into our cousins from Seattle (Matt, Tracy, and Lila). It was so nice to have seen them.
Phillip and Tristan also tried out the sling toss.
Canyon was an angel. Enjoy the pictures.
Melinda

Fishing Trip Oct 08

Good job daddy!!! We are so proud of you. Can't wait until we can BBQ.

Bubbles and more bubbles

Gavin asked me to pour in some more bubble bath soap, so I did. As you can tell from the pictures, they had a blast.

Tristan

Tristan takes the best pictures. Sorry to brag, but he has the most beautiful eyes. He is going to drive the girls crazy.

Getting ready for bed

The boy's look so cute in their winter pajamas. It's hard to believe that the Summer is over. I kind of like the fall. However, I am not looking forward to the COLD mornings. Thank goodness Phillip bought me a self starter for the Tahoe (2 years ago, I finally got it installed last Dec).

Cabelas

We visited Phillip's favorite store last week. Tristan just had to try on his daddy's new backback. In nine years Tristan will be joining his dad and uncles on opening day.

A few updates

Boys will be boys. So much for wearing a hat. At least it was a brand new pair of underwear.

Last weekend we went to Alyson and Paul's wedding. It was so much fun. Kind of like a high school reunion. We are so happy for the love birds. What a beautiful wedding. Here's to Mr. and Mrs. Spaulding.

Happy Birthday Poppa Phill.

Grow!!!!

We are almost done with the front yard. This past week we had it hydro seeded Now all we have to do is wait for the grass to grow. Phillip and Mike have put a lot of time into it. Thank you!!!

So cute

Canyon had me put Tristan's sunglasses on him this morning. I got out the camera and he gave me a huge smile. He is so cute. I love the little guy (and his brother too) so much.

Puyallup Fair 2008

Today (probably the busiest and hottest day) we took the boys to the fair. Phillip pumped Tristan up all week to participate in the Mutton Bustin competition. An hour after waiting in line, he decided not to do it. Maybe next year.

Tristan's first day of pre-school

Tristan started school last week. I forgot my camera. So, I called Heather (daycare) to the rescue. I had her take this picture. Thank you Heather!!!!!!

Stickers

Grandma Jan gave Tristan a stack of stickers this past weekend. Instead of putting them in a book, he decided to put them on his body. So much for tatoos.

Stage 2 - Dirt

Here comes the dirt, next comes the grass.

Birthday Cake

Here are a few pictures from Phillip's birthday dinner.

Happy Birthday Daddy

Today is daddy's 35th birthday. We love you very much and hope that you have a wonderful day.
Pictures to follow.
Love,
Tristan and Canyon

Happy Labor Day - Hawaiian Style

Nothing like a pig roast to end our Summer fun.
The family got together (again) and celebrated a few occasions. Julie and Scott drove up from Oregon. We sure do miss you guys. Please keep in touch.

Thank you Cousin Mike for having us all over.

The Ringrose's

Cougs 2008

Even though the Cougs did not win today, we had a great time over at Chris and Larissa's. Their baby is getting so big. It's hard to believe that Ella is 6 months old.

If you were wondering, yes I have a black eye. I got it from Tristan.

Growing up too fast

Tristan made eggs the other morning for breakfast and Canyon decided that it's time he joins us at the kitchen table.

Happy Birthday Papa John

More from the reunion

1. Aunt Kathy and Cousin Darci
2. Pat and Gail
3. Tristan, Madalyn, and Gavin