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Girl Scouts Father Daughter Dance

Oh how sweet. I love this picture. Kendra decided to skip bowling for Girl Scouts this year. Last night Girl Scout Leaders hosted a Father/Daughter Dance for all participants and their dads. Buck had to work but clocked out early to be part of this event. Buck said that after 2 songs all the girls ditched their dads and they danced with each other. Many dads including Buck felt a little uncomfortable while they danced since most of them can't move to a single beat. Now that's dedication to their little girls. They made an effort and danced but they ended up standing around watching as the girls showed off on the dance floor. I'm sure this was the perfect time for all the fathers to meet and reminisce. The night ended with some beverages and snacks. Although the event was a couple of hours long, Kendra enjoyed every bit of her special night out with her dad. View the video below and see Kendra in action.

Appointement in Salt Lake

Saturday, November 8 we traveled to Utah for Joshua's appointment at Schrinners Hospital for kids. As you all know Joshua was born with clubfeet. On foot needed further attention so we made a special trip to Salt Lake for that need. Everything is okay. He will not have surgery at this time. He has to wear a brace during the night and is to wear his everyday shoes backwards. To all you mothers, I think we can agree that we spend countless weeks, maybe months teaching our kids to wear clothing and shoes appropriately, but in Joshua's case he must wear them on the wrong foot. The reason for that is it helps straighten his left foot since it bends inward. Anyway, his appointment was on Monday but we made plans to spend a short weekend with his family. Whom by the way sure like to have fun. Bella is quiet a character. She doesn't like to sleep and tried very hard to keep us awake. We ate lots of food, sang karoake and Jonathan took us around to do a little sight seeing. Buck and I wished we had more time but the main reason for the trip was for Joshua. After spending some time in Salt Lake I definitely agree to another trip. LONGER TRIP. Kendra Mia and myself really enjoyed this experience. Can't wait to go back.

Hope everyone has great

time tonight. Be safe!

Buck the kids and I treated Sally to a nice lunch at the Buffalo Rose today. For those of you who didn't remember it is Sally's Fifty something birthday today. I better not say the exact number. Just to be on the safe side. We had a good church service this morning and after church Buck decided to take her somewhere special. It was a great choice. Hope you had a wonderful Birthday today Sally. We love you lots.

Denver Broncos

Buck along with a cousin and a friend of his made a special trip to Denver this past weekend to watch in person, the Denver Broncos first football home game for this season. Yep, football season has arrived once more. It sure was a long weekend for the girls and I but we survived and so did Buck especially since the Broncos won the game 39-38. Very close game! They won with seconds on the clock. It was only the first game so we shall see how well they play throughout the season. Please I do not favor the Broncos, I just support Buck's mistakes, because that's what wives do. Right! I am a Cowboy fan. Romo has my heart. Go Boys!!!!

Buck's a year older

Well who said beauty last for ever? Ah, little joke Buck. You still look good. We celebrated Buck's birthday on Tuesday. He says he had no idea we were planning a party for him, but he's sneaky, I know he found out somehow. Anyway, here he is holding his birthday cake. Thanks to my mother-in-law who purchased and prepared all the food. And thank you pastor for grilling the burgers and the hotdogs. We had a fun time.

Baseball 2008

Kendra had her last baseball game last night, ending this years baseball season. She had lots of fun and she can't wait for next year. Tammi was their coach. Buck and Shawn, Tammi's brother (not in the picture) were assistant coaches. They made it enjoyable for the kids to learn without giving up on themselves.

Every player had an apportunity to play each field position. Here is Kendra gearing up for the catcher position during her first game.

Once the game was over, they each recieved a special treat. These delicious sugar cookies made their experience extra special. We are proud of them for trying their best, and this was our way to congratulate them. (: Go Cardinals!!! :)

Joshua as an Educator

We invited our Pastors and his family over for dinner one day and part of the entertainment just happened to be at the expense of Joshua. Doesn't he look darling. He's so cute. Anyway, I had to post this.

Royal Party in Celebration of Joshua's 1st Birthday

Bueno aqui estamos celebrando este evento tan feliz. Joshua turned a year old today. We spent hours at the park laughing, eating and having great conversation with family and friends. For those of you who helped in any way, a big THANKS TO YOU.

It's hard to believe that a year has passed by already. Our kids are growing way to fast for us. Joshua is just days away from walking on his own, Mia will be starting pre-school in the fall and Kendra will be entering the 2nd grade. It seems like just a short time ago when we couldn't even ponder the idea of having kids and becoming parents. It certainly has been a life changing experience with many more suprises in store for us I'm sure. Nevertheless, we are so blessed and thank God for sending us this little prince Joshua. Happy Birthday Son!

Joshua wasn't the only one to have a 1st time experience. Mia is very observant and payed careful attention to the kids while practicing their swing and hitting the ball. When it was time for them to go to the field and learn how to catch Mia took advantage of this time and practiced on her own. She knew the basics, holding the bat and swinging but funny thing is she did a lot better at the swinging and actually having contact with the ball than the older kids. She was so excited when she hit the ball. I have video of that too.

Great news, great news, Joshua is one step further to walking. While we watched Kendra during baseball practice Tuesday afternoon, Selena a little girl from our church was playing with Joshua and assisted him on standing all by himself for the first time. Of course me thrilled to death about his experience, snapped a picture of him before he dropped his bottom to the grass. I felt this was one of those joyous moments that have to be shared with everyone.
Here's a video also.

Mother's Day

Buck just simply out did himself. Don't they look luscious. Well they were. I just wished and prayed it was Mother's Day every day, every day. He prepared everything for Sally and I. Special indeed it was. He even baked a chocolate buttermilk pie topped with ice cream. I don't have a picture of that but believe me, there was absolutely, not even a crumb left. In all seriousness, I want to express my deep appreciation to Buck. After working 14 hours on Saturday, he came home baked the pie as soon as he got home at 10:00 pm, stayed up til 2am to bake and make sure the pie was completely cool before refrigerating it. Then he woke up at 7am to get ready for church @ 8am. We came back around 10:00, he started preparing the side dishes and continued on with rubbing the ribs with the seasoning finishing up with some BBQ sauce. By 2:00 he placed the ribs in the oven and had everything ready by 5:00 which was the time set for dinner. He cleaned up the kitchen and was finally able to take a quick cat nap at 7:00 pm. He was up a little before 8pm to say good night to Kendra and he still found time to sit, relax while we talked a little about the meal, conversation during dinner, the kids and their individual personalities. It is now 10:30pm and I am sitting here typing away with tears running down my cheeks asking myself how very fortunate, lucky, blessed I am to have said the right words, glanced in his direction enough to catch his attention, and to finally say "I love You So!" Be here with three amazing kids and make not a single change throughout our 11 1/2 years of marriage if I had the chance to. "Deep Sigh" I can't thank Buck enough ever for his humbleness, devotion, faithfulness, his ever lasting love for me. I have everything I've ever wanted. That's all I need.

Thank You baby.

Happy Mother's Day Elisa

"A Mother's Day Prayer"

I said a Mother's Day prayer for you to thank the Lord above, for blessing me with a lifetime of your tender hearted love.

I thanked God for the caring you've shown me through the years, for the closeness we've enjoyed in time of laughter and of tears.

And so, I thank you from the heart for all you've done for me and I bless the Lord for giving us the best Mother there could be!

Happy Mother's Day Elisa ~ I Love You !!!

Para Mami

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Dinosaur Museum Adventure

Kendra and her 1st grade class had an adventurous trip to the Dinosaur Museum in Thermopolis last week. They were especially excited since one of their parents came along as chaperons. Each student had a list of Dinosaur findings to search through out the museum. Buck was a little teary eyed just watching his baby girl having fun with friends and realizing that soon we also will have new adventures the older she gets and the more independent she becomes.

THANK YOU!!!

Thank you to my wonderful wife Elisa. She already has so much to do, but she selfishlessly gives even more everytime this gout strickens my body. I know it must be hard on her, yet she never complains or makes me feel like a burden. How can I even begin to thank such a beautiful person? I hope you know how much I appreciate and LOVE you Elisa. Thank you so much. You truly are special.

Love Buck

Last week we enjoyed some very warm weather which was impossible not to take advantage of and have a delicious BBQ out in the back yard. But today all day long we've experienced some winter like weather yet once again. It looks beautiful though.

Listen to the voice

For weeks now I've hearing a voice speak to me and it seems like the voice keeps getting louder. There comes a time when the voice is so clear and everything it says makes sense but I just don't know where to begin to accept that my purpose is much greater than a wife, mom, sister, & friend. My judgement about pretty much everything has been interrupted by negativity. I've been a funk for a while and I don't want to feel this way anymore. I know that God has a way to reach out in the most unlikely way sometimes. This voice has been softening my heart, it's been making feel like forgiveness has to begins with "ME". I never really knew what it meant to forgive, that has always been a very hard act for me. Watching someone in our family go through some tough times made me realize that I'm just like this person in a way. Looking for a break in life. Buck and I have been through alot these past 6 years we've lost track of the one who can help us through anything. Gosh it seems like I can't type fast enough, I have alot to say and my mind is racing, but I'm going to stop here.
I ask for a special prayer for Buck myself and our kids. Sometimes a simple word of encouragement goes a very long way.

Quick Yard Sale

Have you ever had a 1 & 1/2 hour yard sale? Well I never had, but my sister was all pumped up and ready to have a 2 day yard sale. Once 2:30 came around she said, "Let's pack it up finish this tomorrow." I just looked at her and said "WHAT?" you started about an hour ago. Apparently she woke up really early this morning to price her belongings and felt like taking a nap. Wao, I was tickled. So I guess we will continue the sale tomorrow. She spent more time placing everything in a nice and organized manner on the tables and the driveway, but that's okay, it's your yard sale Idalia.