Blaze Baseball

This has been our life for the past three months. Traveling baseball has taken up our weekends and some weeknights, but I have to say there brings me no greater joy than to watch one of my kids do something they love. Braxton has learned a lot about teamwork and his own inner strength. He is a fantastic first baseman and is starting to pitch a little too. Everytime I see him have success, whether it be a great hit or getting someone out, I could leap out of my skin cheering for him! He has taught me to love the game and I only love it because I have him to watch!

End of the school year programs

Dillon gave a very sweet Mother's Day program in kindergarten. This kid always makes me smile! He was so proud of the songs he learned and kept waving at me throughout the program. I wish that would last forever.
Brandon got the lead role in the 5th grade Lewis and Clark program. He had several solo parts and did a great job! I couldn't believe he had the courage to sing in front of his peers and parents.

My Brax wouldn't make eye contact for fear he might actually smile...heaven forbid! He did his part in several singing parts and would occasionally slip me a smile just to appease me.

Twins turn 10!

No more single digits. We went to dinner at their favorite place...Up-chuck-A-Rama! I mean Chuck-A-Rama. The two of them sure have grown up a lot this year. Braxton is loving being a part of a travel baseball team. He is fearless at catching the fast balls thrown at him. Brandon has quite a fondness for golf. According to Steve his swing is beautiful. They are both great helps to me and fun to be around.

My new niece, Quincy!

Easter 2011

Braxton and Steve were at a baseball tournament in Utah. The rest of us went to my mom's house for an Easter egg hunt and a hot dog roast in her fire pit. It was chilly but a lot of fun. This particular picture is Chloe learning how to hang with all the boys. Ready...Set...Hike!

Chloe and Grandpa Garth

Easter Sunday...aren't they cute!

Spring Break - St. George

OMD Concert

Steve and I had the opportunity to see our favorite band of all times...OMD!! They came to SLC to promote their new album and it was fantastic!! It was a smaller venue which made it perfect to sit and enjoy the music. The top two pictures were at the sound check before the concert. Andy, the lead singer, came over and waved during my shot thus the blur and surprised face. After sound check we were able to meet them and get a picture. It was a night to remember! I LOVED IT!!!!

Dillon's #6 Birthday

Skiing Lessos

"B" "Buck"

"D"

It was a great winter activity for the family this year. The boys had ski school for a month which was a whole lot better than either of us trying to teach them. Steve and I even had fun skiing with the twins one afternoon. This is definitely something we have adopted as a winter sport. I think we're hooked!

Christmas Review 2010

Christmas started out with an early visit from Santa who left a large green box with our gifts since we were headed to a cabin with the Ball side of the family over the actual Christmas Day. (We've had to get creative on getting Santa to come early over the years) We had A LOT of fun with family and cousins over the holiday. Lots of games were played, plenty of snow fun, and gift exchanges. Thanks to all for traveling and the efforts made for a successful holiday!

Pre-Christmas morning with Santa's box!

Departing for the cabin. Steve wth three of his sisters - Annette, Joelynn, Carolyn

Brandon was quite the pool expert! We had no idea he had the gift!

Chloe loved playing games with some girl cousins

Grandma and Grandpa Ball

Most of the Ball clan. I couldn't get everyone in a picture, but this is the majority

Morning at the cabin

Actual Christmas Morning

Cousin gift exchange

Dillon loved the older boy cousins

Sleepy girl

The snowmobile came in real handy for a nap with Chloe...look at the relaxed baby.