A perfect day

.... Includes having my oldest become a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and my youngest, named and blessed. It 's pretty awesome that they could share such a special day together. It really was flawless. I am so grateful for such amazing family that worked so hard to make their day perfect. We are so proud of Kael and his choice to be baptized, he and his baby sister were angelic in white.

Thank you to everyone who came to support our family, we missed all who couldn't be there.

Here are some pictures from the weekend.

Kael Michael Probst

He was baptized by his Grandpa, who he is named after.

Will and Kael together after his baptism. So great to have the Boehme's with us for the weekend!

Proud parents.

Scott's Mom and Grandma Joy, who Emery Joy is named after.

The babes of the day, Emery and Quade.

My Mom and Emery

Dad and I, with Emery again.

Scott and his gorgeous sisters. Funny moment here.... right ladies ;)

Look at this day, it was the most sunny, beautiful, day ever. A Montana paradise.

The only picture I got all weekend with my sister..... inexcusable.

I seriously have the best families in the entire world.

One of those moments

Yesterday I had one of those moments as mom where I could hardly believe what was said by one of my children. For once it wasn't bad either, in fact it was amazing. I have realized we must have done a few things right. It felt so good and I just have to write it down while it's still fresh in my mind.

Kael is now officially 8 years of age. Wow. How did that happen? He is getting baptized next weekend.

He came into my bedroom yesterday and said this to me, in a very serious, grown up voice.

"Mom, I figured out that life's not that hard. If you just get the hard work done there is so much time to play and have fun. So, I have been doing what you ask me to and it's not that hard."

I was speechless. I just looked at him and had an overwhelming love for him. He has always been the sweetest boy, sensitive, funny, and kind. What he said to me, I didn't figure out until I was married with kids. He is trying so hard to be better, to make the best choice, to be more loving in our family.

We love him more than words could express. We are very excited for his big day next weekend.

So grown up

This little girl is growing up way too fast. I can't believe she is turning 3 next week.... or more like 16. She is totally obsessed with high heels. She walks around the house in these babies all day long. Stop growing up so fast little girl.

They may act like Tom & Jerry some of the time, but these 2 boys sure do love each other.

Our real live baby doll. She looks so content sitting in there....

Jade and I down by the bay, where the watermelon grows....

This is why Emery should be more nervous about sitting in that stroller. Jade is in heaven with this big sister stuff.

This girl is a Daddy's girl (probably because he never tells her no) and because she loves him.

A baby changes a family in so many good ways.... I can see why people have 10 of them. I am grateful for my 4.

July 4th at the beach

Our 4th turned out better than I expected being so new to this area. We had gorgeous weather, and headed to the park for a picnic, and then to the beach of course. We ended the evening eating grilled steak & lobster and watching the most amazing fireworks right from our deck. All the rich folks here compete to put on the best show, and with the waters reflection it really was outstanding! So everyone plan to visit us every july 4th to see for yourselves....... you will not be disappointed!

I was grateful the kids had their cousins around to enjoy the night with.

Monkey # 1

Monkey # 2

Check out this starfish they found!

We found so many that day.

Meet Scott's cute cousin Andrea.... our summer Nanny and lifesaver! I love her and so do my kids! I'm hoping she'll come back every summer, but I think she won't last very long out there in the dating world. I'm keeping my fingers crossed...... oh, and did I mention that having a Nanny around is THEE best? It is, and I feel spoiled.

Emery and I enjoying the fireworks.

Hello Washington

Okay, this is a more recent picture of our little Emery. Finally has some good cheeks on her.

Gig Harbor really is one of the most beautiful places ever. Especially in the summer. I can see how people want to live here and endure the rain all year long.

This is our view everyday. We walk down to the bay almost everyday when the tide is out. The kids love it!

Our first garden! It has been growing so fast.

We headed to the beach last week and had a blast. It was a perfect sunny day to find all sorts of treasures. It was only a 10 min drive from our house to this beach! I can handle that all right :)

My little men showing off their muscles.

I love this picture.

I love love love this little girl.

Jade wasn't so sure about all our creatures..... starfish, crabs, sand dollar's, sea shells and jellyfish. The boys on the other hand loved it!

Washington has so much to see and explore. We are just getting started!

Sneak peak

So here goes a first attempt at catching up...... I'm going to keep it short and sweet ( if possible)

Here are some of Emery's very first visitors....

AND a few of my favorite people.

Auntie Regan, Uncle Joel

Grandpa Mike

Another Uncle that saved the day and drove our Gigantic U-haul truck to Montana for us! Don't know what we would have done with out them. Thank you Seth.

This is Seth and Grandpa Mike leaving at 5:00 am in the morning with our 2 trouble maker boys along for the very long ride. We are forever in their debt..... and I'm not sure which was harder ..... having our boys for a week, or the 14 hour drive home?

Sisters! This girl loves her new little baby.

Karson and Emery.

Kael learning how to burp his baby sister! SO cute.

This was so sweet.... but most likely was the moment Emery got conjunctivitis from them. No joke.

The boys working hard all day with Grandpa Dave to get the garden done! They loved it.

Kael riding on his new trick bike.

Grandma Sharon and Emery finally meet.

I swear my Dad is really 35, he works so hard and never stops. Love you for giving us our garden dad.

Emery all ready for church. 3 weeks old.

Finally, he sat down to snuggle Emery for a while:)

Okay, that was only part 1 .... still so many more to come.

Emery J.

A little late in making this announcement...... but Emery Joy is here and perfect as can be!

She was so worth all the pain..... and there was a lot more pain this time around.

I love her dark hair and sweet lips. She has stolen all our hearts.

This post is the beginning of a much needed catch up.... as life has been just a tad on the crazy side lately.

Many more pictures to come of this little girl and all our adventures over the past few weeks.

We survived. Don't want to do it again. Ever.

Loving Washington and all it's lushness. Is that a word? No more desert land. No more wind. Okay and a lot more rain just not right now:) The weather really is heavenly and so is the view.

Oh, I almost forgot..... Happy Birthday Scottie my Hottie! If your wondering what your gift is..... she is in our room, 7 lbs 3 oz and fast asleep. Kind of hard to top that one huh? Today was lame I know...... you really are special, just not right now;) Love you and promise to give you a reward for everything you just put me through the past few months...... ;)

She looks like Kael so much in this picture!

Rosy cheeks

..... more to come