Pumpkin patches and Corn mazes!!

This year we decided to take the kids to the La Union Corn Maze, which includes a Hay ride to a Pumpkin patch, petting zoo, Cow train, tractor bikes(very hard to do with a toddler sitting on your lap), and of course the mazes. We had a blast... The kids loved the tunnel slides and picking their own Pumpkins this year was really fun. We decided to return at night to do the big maze in the dark. The kids thought this was really fun even though Katelynn slipped and fell in the mud turning a corner. No problem she got back up and said "this way mom".. Gotta love that kid she is such a toughie... Here are the pictures of the really fun day at the Corn Maze...

It's a Buggie Bug World!

Austin had his first Field trip last week, and Savannah and I were able to join him. We went to the Bug exhibit this year. It was GREAT fun!! The exhibit was very interactive and the kids were able to try something new at each turn.


When we got to the two people who were going to be showing us the REAL insects... Scary ewww Gross!!! Austin did not want to touch anything, but Savannah on the other hand just started petting the SCORPION like a new puppy.... Then the guy says "Do you want to hold it" WAIT WAIT WAIT dude you didn't even ask me if my child could hold that thing! Then right before my eyes he goes to put the SCORPION on her arm and to my surprise at the last minute while I am holding my breathe she drops her arm. Finally fear set in.. AAAHHH!!! I have to say we did have tons of fun.. Austin kept telling me "Mom this is the best field trip ever", and it was







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First day of School!

The kids were so excited to go to school this year. Daddy was home to walk with them into their classrooms, and to meet there teachers. Katelynn is in 3rd grade and has Mrs. Woods. She seems super nice and is very proficient during the day that Katelynn only has minimal homework. Katelynn loves her (which is important).

Austin started Kindergarten this year and he was super nervous. His teacher is Mrs. Shmitz and she is really nice too. She loves having Austin in her class and says he is such a sweet kid to have. Savannah has also started School this year only it is with me and some ladies from my ward. We are doing Joy School twice a week, and Savannah loves it. I also love it because I get personal time to do things I hate doing with kiddos in tow like grocery shopping or Dr. appointments. I teach every 5 weeks and we have so much fun. This past week we had our Halloween party where the kids did a parade and sang us two songs. What fun we have been having. I at first thought I am not needed as much as in the past. I am learning that I am needed more now that they are all busy and full of activities.... Lovin Life...

Many faces of Savannah!

Here are a few picture's of Savannah dressing up AND posing for the camera. I just love this little angel of mine.

This is a great video!

To turn music off scroll to bottom and hit the pause button. That way you will not be interupted while watching. I saw this video and thought WOW they have been warning us for a very long time. I also enjoyed watching President Ezra Taft Benson I had never heard him speak before.Very strong force.

Long time...

I know it has been along time since a family update, so here it is... July came and went James came home and we got really busy.. August was a wonderful month we spent some time in AZ with famiy and friends camping and just playing. Katelynn turned eight and was baptized two days later. The whole family except Uncle Preston (in Army bootcamp) and Uncle Glenn(Just moved to Montana) were there. We Had tons of fun and she was so happy. She was thrilled to get money for her birthday, because she had been working and saving all year for a Nintendo DS and she was finally able to get one "so thanks to everyone"! She was also very excited to get her ears peirced which she has been wanting since last year. I had talked to her and told her if she still wanted them when she was eight we would do it. I did not want it to be a peer pressure thing. Since then the kids have started school and are loving it. Katelynn has a really nice teacher who works them hard all day, and she hardly has any homework. Austin is loving school and is writing really well. He is getting really good about coloring in the lines and I am told is a joy to have in class. I am so proud of my kiddos.. Katelynn is super busy now that she is 8 she goes to activity days and is still in Gymnastics and is doing really well. Her favorites are the balancing beam and the Uneven bars. James is adjusting well and has gotten back into work. We might be moving here soon, but do not know just yet. I am busy as can be doing Joy School with a couple of mom's in our ward. I have been loving this time with Savannah and her friends. I am learning a lot about myself along spending time with her. I also have been enjoying the quite time I get when I do not teach. Not having any kids around during the day was hard at first, but now I make sure I have things planned like; grocery shopping, cleaning house, doctor appointments. It fills in the time and I do not have to bring her to my boring activities... LOL James's Dad had a liver transplant and is doing well( Please do not contact the family). Fall is here, and I love love love the cooler weather. I will get pictures on as soon as our computer is fixed. Love you all Heidi and Family

I forgot!

I was reading the last post and realized I forgot to add the most important part of the whole trip so here it is... Before I planned an emergency visit to AZ, I was planning on a trip to the Albuquerque Temple that same weekend. I thought If I cannot go I will be close to feel the spirit and have that special uplifting I needed. Also with Katelynn being so close to being Baptized I thought it would be cool for her. I also have never seen it before and wanted to go on a day trip. James had reminded me of the plans I was making when I got home, and I decided that the lord knows what is best for me and my family. He knew what I was needing and what my family needed at the time.. I do by the way have my temple recommend with me at all times now... I love the Lord and the gospel.