Top 3

I was tagged by Tiffany, so here are my top 3's...

Vacations
1. San Diego (alone with my husband)
2. Las Vegas (prior to children; it was wild)
3. Lemoore, California (there's nothing like sharing your kids with family)

Flowers
1. Tulips
2. Daffodils
3. Gerber Daisies

Comfort foods
1. Dorito Salad
2. 7 layer dip (actually 6 layer because I leave the onions off)
3. Outback's Queensland Chicken and Shrimp

Favorite places to shop
1. Rod Works
2. Barnes and Noble
3. Gymboree

Thoughts about Halloween
1. It's cold to trick-or-treat in Utah
2. I can never believe it's time for the holiday season
3. The magic it brings to my kid's lives

Thoughts about Thanksgiving
1. We get to see Mom/Nana and Dad/Grampa
2. This year (Uncle) Josh and (Aunt) Jeana will celebrate with us
3. Time off from everything and just enjoying each other

Thoughts about Christmas
1. Extremely special with little ones in the house
2. Crafts, cookies and tradition
3. Time off from everything and just enjoying each other

Things you look forward to in the week
1. Nights that Matt does not have any homework
2. My kids climbing into the van after school and hearing about their day.
3. Watching the kids in all of their activities (soccer, karate and dance)

Events happening this week
1. Halloween party with our friends
2. Carving pumpkins
3. (Aunt) Jeana's 26th birthday

I tag...
Katrina
Lena (It's a subtle way to encourage you to update your blog)

A birthday package from Uncle Josh and Aunt Jeana

Uncle Josh and Aunt Jeana are so good at knowing our kids. You would never know that there is 2000 miles between us. They started with a Pirate Card.
Continued with a Pokemon stylus for his Nintendo DS.

Chose two great books that Devon's heart has been desiring.

Then finished things up with a book light, bookmark, and a gift card to Starbucks

We can't wait to see them. 25 days and a wake-up.

Thank you very much for everything. We appreciate you guys!

Devon's 3rd grade field trip to Red Butte Garden

Devon's class is studying different biomes. Today (10/27/08) his class took a field trip to Red Butte Garden. Here they were able to observe the natural biome that we live in. We hiked, examined trees and looked for wildlife. The weather was perfect! I am so glad that I am able to go with the kids on their field trips. I am also thankful that my children enjoy having me there.

Same idea, different places

Tonight the Martin family went to opposite sides of the city. Devon wanted to go see WALL-E at Weber State with Daddy. Jayden wanted to go to the school carnival with Mommy. Makenna was not sure, but ended up going with Devon in honor of his birthday. Costumes were a part of both events, but Devon didn't feel like dressing up.

Devon turned 9 today!!! 10/25/08

HAPPY 9TH BIRTHDAY DEVON!!! WE LOVE OUR SWEET, IMAGINATIVE BOY!!!

Devon's 9th birthday party 10/24/08

This year for Devon's birthday, he wanted a Pokemon themed karate party. I think this party was my favorite one in all of Martin family history. His karate Master led 18 boys and girls through karate drills and numerous competitions. The kids were all so focused and into it the entire time. Then we had Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy treats (Devon's choice and super easy), a drawing for books, gave out goodie bags (they had candy and trading cards in them), and opened presents.

A note to my parents....

Happy 38th Anniversary to Mom/Nana and Dad/Grampa. Thank you for providing such a stable and loving home. 38 years is quite an accomplishment, yet you never make it seem like a challenge. We love you!!!

October 24, 2008

Makenna's field trip to the pumpkin patch 10/24/08

Makenna's kindergarten class went on a field trip to the pumpkin patch. This pumpkin patch was full of perks. There was a corn box, animals to pet and feed, a train, jump house, "hay ride", slides and a water pumping station. As if this was not enough, most of the kids got to take their first bus ride. It was a really fun start to a jam-packed day.

Miley inspired hair style...

Yes, my daughter did skip to a specific part of a Hannah Montana episode, pause the tv, and request a very specific hair style.