OUR NEW CAR!!!

So last Friday Ryan and I went on a date night, we went to dinner and were suppose to go to the movies. Well we had a little time in between dinner and the movie so we thought we go look at bigger cars. Ryan and I never made it to the movies that night, we end up getting our new car. We knew we were going to be getting a new around Oct. or Nov. before the new baby would be here. Our car we just got back in March wasn't going to cut it with three kiddos in car seats. So we got a smokin deal on our new car. we end up with a '04 Yukon Denali fully loaded( leather seats) with 27,000 miles and in perfect condition. We could not be any happier with our new car.

OUR NEW FAMILY RIDE

RYLEE FINALLY DID IT!!!

We have been working with Rylee for the past three weeks trying to have her become a BIG GIRL and she did it! She is now in BIG GIRL underwear!!! We are so proud of her. I am so, so, so excited I thought she would be in pull-ups FOREVER. Ryan & I were so happy because we only have to buy diapers for one now but not for long. I told Ryan we should but keep buying diapers for the new baby since we are already used to it. (LOL) Anyways we told Rylee she could get anything she wanted if she became a BIG GIRL, kind of crazy I know. Well she wanted a bear from Build -A -Bear. I thought we could do that not knowing how much they cost, but we didn't care. We were just so proud of her and she LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF IT!!! The Bear is her new BFF. She is getting so big right in front of our eyes, it is kind of weird but fun. GOOD JOB RYLEE!!!!

Rylee & her new bear.

Rylee wanted to give her a big fat kiss.

Rylee saying she loves her.

They are both so dang cute!!!

Arizona Mine & Mineral Museum!

So this last weekend my brother asked Ryan if we wanted to go to this Museum because they had a BIG tire & a BIG shovel dipper that they use where Ryan works. We thought it would be fun to see that, so we went. I can't believe how BIG they really are. Inside the Museum was filled with tons & tons of different rocks from different Mines. It sure is a small Museum but it was fun to see some pictures of the Mine where Ryan works. The best part was it only costs $2 to get in but it cost you about $10 to get over there because it is in Phx., Oh Well!!!

THE BIG DIPPER!!!

&

THE BIG TIRE!!!

POOR RYLEE GIRL!!

So our little Rylee has been sick since Saturday so I finally decided we needed to take her into the Doctor. We took her in and she has NASTY STREP THROAT. I feel so bad for her all she does is sleep and fuss. I hate Strep it is not fun so I feel her pain. She will not eat ANYTHING at least she is drinking liquids. I hope she gets feeling better really soon. I love Rylee!!!

Our sick little Rylee girl.

Poor Rylee!

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!!!

HAPPY 4TH OF July!!!!

We were able to take a small trip up to Heber to enjoy the cooler weather on Sat. We asked my brother Michael and his wife Brooke if they wanted to go and they did. We all wanted to save on gas so we all went in our car, it was so funny. It went like this, I drove Brooke sat in middle next to me then Ryan in passanger seat and Michael in the back w/ both car seats. We seriously must have looked so HILARIOUS. Needless to say we made it up there safely!!! When we got there we watched the parade with Ryan's parents and the Germaine's. While we were watching they had fire trucks soaking everyone. But Ryan's mom Tammy, was smart and brought a HUGE umbrella so we hide uder it except Brooke she got drenched. After that we went to the park where they had yummy food, games and lots of stuff to buy. We went back to Germaine's cabin and Ryan, Michael, Brooke and the kids went on a Rhino ride, they had a ton of fun!! When they got back our poor Rylee was throwing up and running a fever, I felt so bad for her. That is how she has been now for 3 days.. I think it is a mixture of the heat, to much candy and not enough liquid. Anyways that Sat. night we watched a wonderful Fireworks show that was AWESOME!! WE had a great time overall...

Uncle Michael, Aunt Brooke, Crew & Rylee

Grandma & Papa Mortensen w/ Rylee And Crew

They sure do love their Grandparents!!!

Rylee is a FUNNY girl!!!

So this morning I decided I need to clean my room. Little miss Rylee thought she needed to help but instead of helping she was making a BIGGER MESS. I was getting so frustrated with her. So I put on a movie for her and when I went to check on her this is how I found her. She is seriously a funny, funny girl! She even put her boots on with her pj's, that cracks me up. What was shocking to me, she was actually sitting and watching the movie I put on for her. Maybe I can get more cleaning done alittle more often!!

Well it is Offical...

We just went into the doctor to make sure everything was were it should be and ok with this new baby.... and there the baby was, just chilling like a little peanut. Due date is January 30th....we are anxious and excited. We will keep you posted....

My Grandparents 65th!

On Saturday my grandparents had their 65th wedding Anniversary. It was so good to see them and to see how happy they both where. I can't believe they are still kicken it! My Grandparents have done so much for me. When I was younger I went on lots of trips with them and spent alot of time having fun with them. I love them both so much but there is something special about my grandpa. My Grandpa is the sweetest man I know, he is always happy and is so Christ like. I want him to know how much he means to me. When I was holding his hands on sat night and talking to him he said some precious things to me and I will forever cherish that moment. I'm not sure how much longer he will be in our presence, so every moment with him was so important to me. After we were done talking I had tears in my eyes and Rylee had asked me what was wrong. I told her that mommy had happy tears. We had a nice evening visiting with everyone. We where able to take some family snap shots, except one of my brothers wasn't able to be there. We love you David and we missed you!

My Grandparents( John & Eva Merrill)

Taking a picture with Gramps & Grams

OUR FAMILY PICTURE

My cousin Janee & I with Grandpa & Grandma

Crew with G & G

My parents with all their Grandkids!

My mom & I with my sis-in-laws

(Brooke, Felicia, Mom, Me & Rachele)

Ryan with my brothers except for david.

(Ryan, Steven, John, & Michael)

The three stud muffins!

I've been tagged!!!

How to play this game. Post these rules on your blog; List 3 joys, 3 fears, 3 goals, 3 current obsessions/collections, 3 random surprising facts about yourself. Tag 5 people at the end of your post by leaving their names.

JOYS- 1. It's a joy being a mom and wife, it is so much fun! 2. It's a joy to go over to my parents & my in-laws house just to visit and hangout.3. It's a joy when I get to go on dates w/ my husband. I love when we can just laugh together over dumb stuff !

FEARS- 1. I have a huge fear that Rylee is going to get hit by a car one day. She loves to dart into the street.

2. I fear when Ryan is away at work for 7 days & I'm alone at night somebody is going to break in my house.

3. I have a fear of being pregnant, I don't have such good ones.

GOALS- 1. To become a better mom and to have more patience w/ my kids.

2. To get through this pregnancy with minimal problems.

3. To get up earlier in the mornings!

CURRENT OBSESSION/COLLECTIONS-1. I love to go shopping and find great deals!

2. I love to blog & read other blogs. I spend way to much time looking at blogs, but it's to much fun!!!

3. I love to decorate and help others w/ ideas.

RANDOM FACTS- 1. I have always wanted to go to school to become a Cosmotologist. One day I hope to fulfill this passion.

2. Before I die I want to run in a full marathon.

3. I have never been on a airplane.

TAG YOUR IT!- Kerrie G., Shanna, Julie G., Aileen, & Valerie

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!

Happy Father's Day to the BEST Daddy & Husband EVER! I just want my husband to know how much I love him. I appreciate every big & little thing he does for our family. He is the heart of it all, bringing out the best in all of us. He reminds me how fun family life can be. He is a very hard worker & always goes the extra mile, no matter what. I also want him to know I could never be the person or mom I am today w/ out him. Ryan, I love you so much and hope you have a wonderful Father's Day!

A DAY AT THE POOL!!!

Thanks Aunt Brooke & Uncle Michael for taking Rylee & Crew swimming. The first time Rylee got in the pool this summer she FREAKED OUT!! (LOL) Well she is warming up to the idea of going swimming. Crew on the other hand absolutely loves the water. I can't believe how fast time flies, Rylee is going to be three in sept. , Crew is almost seven months & we have one more on the way! CRAZZY!!! I love being a mom to my precious kids.

My big girl Rylee Paige.

Crew & Rylee laying out getting a tan.

Crew just chillin in the water.

Crew was so relaxed he fell asleep.

Happy Birthday To Our Dad & Papa!!!

My dad was telling Ryan & I a couple of days ago he really wanted a tree to plant in his front yard. Well since his Birthday was June 12th, we thought that would be a perfect B-Day gift. So as a Family we went & purchased the tree. The tree he wanted is a African Sumac. Ryan & Rylee had tons of fun digging the hole for it. It sure will be a great tree when it's all grown & it will give lots of shade. The things that make my Dad the Happiest are his Grandkids & things that grow. We love him so much and are so Greatful for all he does for his Family. WE LOVE YOU DAD!!!

My Dad, Rylee & Ryan w/ the new tree.

Rylee helping daddy dig the hole for the tree.
She LOVES to help her daddy!

Thanks Rylee for your help!
My sweet hubby, working so hard.
Rylee didn't want to get out of the hole, she loved playing in it.
Our little Family! My Dad getting ready to take Rylee & crew on a walk. He loves to do that too!!
My Dad loves his sunflowers & his Garden, he does an awesome job kepping it up.

PHOENIX ZOO ADVENTURE!!!

This morning a few of us went to the zoo. It was so much fun and tiring, but we made it! We arrived @ 8 am and by 11 am the kids were so, so, so tired!!! We left and went to Red Robin for lunch. The kids loved it! It was a morning we all enjoyed. Here are some pictures of our adventure.

Ryan, Crew & Rylee brushing the goat.

Maley & Rylee petting the goats.
Rylee, Maley & Neal checking out the fish.

Crew, Maley, Rylee, Neal & Sydney taking a picture w/ the giant frog.

Rylee on the bee.
Neal & Rylee on the tractor.
Eating lunch @ Red Robin.

SUMMER FUN AT THE PARK!

DESERT BREEZE PARK

So I woke up to a phone call from my sister-in-law Rachael this morning asking me if I wanted to take the kids to a fun park. I said sure, that would be fun. We went to Desert Breeze Park in Chandler, and it was tons of fun. The kids had tons of fun. Here are some pictures of our fun morning.

Ryan being a kid again.

Crew playing on the monkey bars.

Rylee & Neal being cheezy.

Rylee wanted to jump down but I said it was too high and she would get hurt.

Rylee playing in water.
Rylee riding the seal.
Rylee and her friend Neal playing together.
Daddy helping Rylee & Crew go down the slide.
The Morty Clan having fun together.

(not by the look on Rylee's face)