Caden's at it again!

He has bumps and bruises daily, but Caden seems to have bigger injuries on a weekly basis! He can't help it... he's reckless... no fear and full of life! Last week, he cracked his ear on Grandma Burgan's piano bench. It bruised immediately and he ended up with a huge goose egg behind his ear. Yesterday, he slipped on the wood floor and split open his lip. Looks like his upper tooth broke his skin... A little rocking, Tylenol, ice and his fishy blankie... he was back at it within the hour! He's definitely our bruiser! I'm afraid!!

Christmas Morning

Christmas morning is always busy at our house... hot monkey bread, cider, and gifts. Coleman thinks he's spider man, but now takes an occasional break to box with Aunt Dawn & Uncle Jassen's boxing gloves. His new spidey undies are washed just about every day to avoid a break down! Caden was probably most excited about candy and a new toothbrush. Ty and Justin have a new ping pong table to keep busy. Both love their new beanies and games. Of course, they love the money they've gotten as well.

Our Low Post

Basketball continues... keeping our schedule busy! Justin's always up against the big guy... guess that's what he gets being a little taller!

Aunt Starr & Uncle Mac

A week goes by so fast when you're having fun... we've really enjoyed our time with Starr, Mac and baby Connor. They were able to catch one of Justin's basketball games, which was great. Mac took over the cooking one night and made halibut and salmon with Ty, his new assistant and shadow! Justin was thrilled because we don't ever cook salmon. He couldn't believe Mac gave him an entire fillet just for himself! We've also had plenty of time for games... so much fun!

Sweet Baby Connor!

We're so excited to see our sweet baby Connor! Starr, Mac & baby Connor came up for Christmas break and we've LOVED our visit! He's 4 months old now and we can't get enough of him! Coleman and Caden LOVE to take turns holding their little cousin... Caden especially loves to take his turn!

Justin's 14!

Yikes! We actually have a kid who is a real teenager! 13 didn't seem too old, but now that Justin just turned 14, there's no denying that he's a teenager now! So much fun!! He choose ribs, shrimp for his birthday dinner with his favorite "better than almost anything" chocolate cake. Fun times!

A KS "snow day"

Growing up in AK, we loved snow days... We're learning quickly in Kansas that there's rain, freezing rain, sleet... and maybe some snow! The boys got a free day off school today because of the freezing rain. The trees are frozen, but roads are just wet. I'm sure if it freezes tonight it will be a mess!

(This is the water in our back yard)