Ploeger Family

Kate is 1!!!

2011-02-19T15:56:00.001-07:00

I can not belive that my baby girl is now a year old!! We love her so much. She is trying to talk, and knows just what she wants. She has an adorable smile and laugh. She loves to give kisses and chases the boys around (I know already!). She is trying to walk, but of course is stubborn. She loves to eat, really, she eats more than my 3 year old. She crawls up the stairs, but not down, yes we have experienced a few falls. She is such a "ham" and loves to join in on a good laugh, most the time not knowing why she is laughing, she just likes the response :) We love our little Kate!!

Gardner Village - Witch Hunt

2010-10-25T15:24:00.000-06:00

Last week we went to Gardner Village for a witch hunt. They had about 12 or so witches listed and we had to search around Gardner Village to find them all. When completed we were able to take the list to the bakery to receive a cookie! The boys each had their binoculars and magnifying glasses to help with the search efforts to make sure all the witches were found. They really crack me up. Brock's favorite witch was the one dressed as a firefighter, and Ethan's was the ones playing baseball (of course!).

Soccer

2010-10-13T22:31:00.000-06:00

Brock just finished another season of soccer. He really enjoys it, but mostly for the social part, he has not quite grasped the concept of playing soccer with and against another team. He rather give the other kids a chance to kick the ball. He did score a goal and is very good at soccer. When playing at home he is very aggressive and has a serious kick, however, once he gets on the field, he just wants to hang out and have a good time. I am sure we have a many of soccer seasons for him to play and compete, I am glad he is just having fun!

We love Dirt and Rocks!!!

2010-10-13T22:22:00.001-06:00

Up at the cabin over conference weekend, they were digging new trenches for water (aka heaven for the boys). So they played for hours on these giant piles of dirt. I have never seen such dirty boys, and girl, she was right in the mix! They loved finding and throwing big rocks and sliding down the mountain of dirt.

Kate - 7 1/2 months old

2010-10-13T22:18:00.000-06:00

Kate is getting so big, really, she is over the 98% for height. We were all out doing yard work this past weekend, and she had a ball playing outside, even though it was quite chilly! She is almost crawling, and is always moving! She loves to eat what ever we give her or what ever she can get her hands on! She loves taking baths, books, and playing with the boys.

SIlver Lake

2010-10-13T22:12:00.000-06:00

Before the weather got too cold, we wanted to go on a "hike". This was a great little walk around the lake, perfect for the boys. The boys had to stop and look at lots of sticks, rocks, and anything that moved. We had fun getting out and enjoying each other and the beautiful mountains.

Better late than never....Brock's first day of Preschool

2010-10-13T22:05:00.000-06:00

Here is my little stud muffin Brock. This is his first day of preschool, although he wishes it were his first day of kindergarten. He had to decorate a face for his first day, and I think he did a really good job with it! He is learning so fast, doing great with reading and of course my little chatter bug is so social. He comes home everyday with a new friend. He loves his teacher and loves going to preschool.

I am a Child of God Exhibit

2010-10-13T21:59:00.000-06:00

During the summer while cousins were visiting from New York, we took the kids downtown to the Church Museum to see the I am a Child of God Exhibit. It was so cute. The boys love reading their scripture stories each night, so seeing and being to interact more about stories they have been reading was the greatest! We then were able to visit and have lunch with daddy at work. What a fun day! We can not wait for this exhibit to come again to the museum.

Ace of Cakes!!!

2010-10-13T21:50:00.000-06:00

I took a cake decorating class last year and I get the stuff out every once in a while to play around with some cakes and frosting. This time I let the boys join in. I made them each a couple small cakes and let the pick out a bunch of different colors of frosting. I gave them their cakes, let them frost the cake, and then let them have at it. They loved it. So watch out ace of cakes, these boys already know how to use the pastry bags!!

Days of 47 Party

2010-10-13T21:42:00.000-06:00

I took the kids to the South Town Expo Center for the Days of 47 Parade preview party. It was so much fun. As you can see, they had face painting, balloon guys, and all the floats. The best part, it was inside with air conditioning, no need to stand outside in the hot July sun to have fun for the Days of 47 parade. The boys loved it, with the spider man face paint to the cool balloon hats and most of all the Real Soccer float. This will now be a yearly tradition for our family!!

My Little Munchkins

2010-08-06T14:54:00.003-06:00

Aren't these the cutest kids you've ever seen????? I think so. I just love these kiddos!!!

Just a warning!!

2010-08-04T11:58:00.002-06:00

I have been WAY behind, everything from all spring and summer. So beware, lots of pictures. And I kind of got carried away with the California trip pictures. But, we have been having a lot of fun this summer and the kiddos are getting so big so fast. So many new things going on. I will try to blog a bit better!!!!!

Kiddos on 4th of July

2010-08-04T11:45:00.001-06:00

We had a fun 4th of July this year. Which of course included water, lots of water, and for some reason always turns into a boys against girls water fight, and with Kate not being much help yet, I always end up soaking wet. We had lots of fun at our yearly neighborhood bbq with fireworks. My kids still do not love the fireworks thing yet, but they are getting there. These pictures are a bit blurry and yes this is always what happens when we try to get a picture of Ethan.

Our Cailornia Trip

2010-08-04T11:31:00.001-06:00

We had a great time in California. I loved spending so much time with our little family and having a blast. I think all our vacations will have to include a beach!

More Playing at Dana Point

2010-08-04T11:24:00.001-06:00

We could not keep Ethan out ot the water long enough for sunscreen to even soak in, result sunburn.

More California Pics

2010-08-04T11:23:00.000-06:00

One day we went to Oceanside to play at the dock, ride on kayaks and sailboats. My boys loved the kayaks especially when a sea lion would poke his head up out of the water within arms reach to say hi. Luckily no one tipped over!!!

Tide Pools

2010-08-04T11:17:00.000-06:00

Each morning we would go down to the tide pools to see what coold things we could find.

More California Trip

2010-08-04T11:13:00.001-06:00

We went on a trip to California in June for a family reunion. We stayed for an entire week, playing at the beach pretty much every day. We loved it and had a great time!

Cabin

2010-08-04T11:10:00.000-06:00

This is one of our favorite places to visit. The Ploeger family cabin is always fun for the family, fishing, riding the atv's, hikes, finding cool bus, rocks and sticks and playing with cousins. And of course DIRT! The boys love it!

Ethan "aka Stud"

2010-08-04T11:04:00.000-06:00

Our little Ethan is getting so big. He loves his brother and sister. He LOVES sports. And it is rare that you will ever find him without some sort of ball, wether it be kicking around a soccer ball, throwing a football or hitting the baseball.

Tee ball (without the Tee)

2010-08-04T11:01:00.000-06:00

Brock wanted to play tee ball this summer. He LOVED it. He is pretty good at it. Most of the time Tyler or his coach would pitch him the ball, and only if he missed the pitches would he hit it off the tee. He loved to go for the ball and through it in to home base or to first base. And while he was waiting to run to the next base a quick rest sitting on the base and making new friends were normal at each game.

More of Brock's Baseball

2010-08-04T10:55:00.000-06:00

Brock usually had a shadow during his game. Luckily no one really cared that Ethan joined his brother running the bases after an awesome hit. And is was not unusual to look over and see Brock wearing his hat sideways....anything to be a silly boy and make you laugh!!!!

Tracy Aviary

2010-08-04T10:49:00.000-06:00

A fun summer day at Tracy Aviary with our friends. Kate was just chillin with her sunglasses enjoying the warm weather while the boys ran around looking at all the birds. Ethan really enjoyed the day holding hands walking around the park with his little girl friend (every time they are together they are holding hands and every Sunday up to nursery, I should take my camera one day to church to get the priceless picture)

Worms!!!

2010-08-04T10:39:00.001-06:00

It is now spring time which means time to get the garden planted. Brock and Ethan help there daddy plant all the vegetables and also their favorite part, digging for worms.

Brock's Preschool Graduation

2010-08-04T10:38:00.000-06:00

Brock finished his first year of preschool. He is getting so big. He loved his teacher Mrs Jodie. He learned so much and made a lot of cute little friends. He is already so excited to start back up in September!

May snow storm!

2010-08-04T10:31:00.000-06:00

Crazy Utah weather!!! The boys were so excited to change our weather board from sunny and warm to cold and snowing.

Kate's Blessing

2010-08-04T10:26:00.000-06:00

My cute Boys!!!

2010-04-26T12:18:00.000-06:00

Here are the boys first school pictures. I had to take a picture of the pictures, our scanner is not working. They are getting so big, and they are so darn cute.... I can say cute for boys? Okay - handsome!!! And their little personalities are just as cute as they are. I just love these stud muffins!

HaPpY 30th BirThDaY

2010-04-23T13:48:00.000-06:00

Again, a little late, but want to wish my very handsome hubby a very happy birthday. He is amazing, and not to mention an awesome daddy. I love him so much.

First Bloody Nose

2010-04-23T13:43:00.000-06:00

So, Brock had an accidental run in with Tyler's elbow, which resulted in a bloody nose. The poor little guy was not too happy. Then later that day he ran into one of his friends with his head and received a nice little shiner. So after a long accident prone, emotional day, he fell asleep with his daddy.

Easter

2010-04-23T13:34:00.000-06:00

We had a fun Easter, well Tyler was out of Town, but once he was home we had a great Easter. The boys loved coloring eggs and hunting for all the hidden eggs, especially once they realized they were filled with candy.

Brock is 4!!!

2010-04-23T13:28:00.000-06:00

I know I am a bit behind, but a few weeks ago, Brock turned 4! We celebrated his birthday with family and friends......and a magician. Brock loved it! He was able to participate in a few of the magic tricks, and would laugh so hard when he made things disappear. We love our little (okay big) Brockster!!!

My little Monkeys

2010-04-23T13:21:00.001-06:00

My boys LOVE pajamas, but who doesn't, right? I think they might have gotten this from me, recently being huge prego, getting dressed for the day, and then as soon as I walked back into the door, I would change back into comfy clothes. Well, this is exactly what they do. I get them dressed for the day, and as soon as we get home from preschool or where ever, the clothes come off and the pj's go back on. Brock and Ethan are best buddies (most of the time)!

Soccer Season is offically here!

2010-04-23T13:16:00.000-06:00

The boys stayed up the night of the first MLS Soccer game of the season, which of course they all needed to be in their soccer jerseys. Tyler has been really busy already with soccer, traveling for games and doing the Real soccer games here. We all, yes me and all 3 kiddos, went to the Real Season game opener, Tyler was on the game. It was a lot of fun, the boys loved it and Kate did really well only being a month old. It was also awesome that the half time show included David Archuleta. The boys are definitely loving the soccer season, almost as much as their dad.

Kate

2010-04-23T13:08:00.001-06:00

Here are some updated pictures of Kate. She is getting so big....no really, she is in the 95% for both height and weight. She is our happy little bug, well except for evening time, until of course when daddy comes home, then she is all smiles. I love that she is now recognizing her family and smiling when happy. She wakes up most mornings happy, which is always a good start to a good day, even after little sleep. We love our little Kate.

Kate and her Brothers!!

2010-03-11T10:50:00.001-07:00

Kate three weeks old! I love these Kiddos!!!

Life of Kate

2010-03-05T09:36:00.001-07:00

These first couple weeks have been finding our new "normal". We loved having Aunt Becky here from New York to help take care of all of us for the first few days, and boy do we miss her!!! I have some new help now,they can't run to the store for me, but Brock and Ethan love to help take care of Kate. Brock reading her books and Ethan grabbing diapers and wipes for mom (which seems to be at least 20 times a day), and they try to calm her down when she is crying. I wonder how long this help will keep up? They do love their baby sister! She had her first bath, which she loved and fell asleep. She sleeps a lot during the day, and not so much during the night, yeah for mom :(. But I will note that the last couple nights she has slept like a champ, and we hope she keeps it up!! Also, I might add that the new minivan has been awesome!! Yes, you heard me right, I am now a minivan mom, didn't think that would ever happen, but I love it!!! Life is definitely different now, but fun and I would not change a minute of it. Between Tyler's long hours at work and us just trying to keep up with the day to day hustle and bustle we are enjoying having our trio!!!

Going Home!!!

2010-03-05T09:20:00.000-07:00

We were all so excited to finally go home. Ethan wanted to give hugs and Brock wanted to hold her every minute he could. Every time Kate would cry Brock would tell her that he is there to protect her. What good big brothers!!!!

She's Here!!

2010-03-05T09:13:00.000-07:00

Kate Ploeger, born February 18, 2010, 7 lbs 14 oz, 20 1/2" long. When she finally decided it was time to come, she wasted no time, for me it was a bit too fast! We are all doing great and love having her in our family. And of course, the boys, including her daddy, can not get enough of her, they love her to pieces!

I LoVe these BoYs!!!!

2010-02-11T14:16:00.001-07:00

These boys LOVE their daddy! He has been out of town for a while, and they sure do miss him. We can't wait till he gets home tomorrow night!!!!

Wow.....am I really going to post this!!!!!

2010-02-11T14:09:00.004-07:00

I can't believe I am posting this picture. I really do not like prego pics, but after a couple requests, I gave in. I have been trying to really take it easy this last couple weeks, with Tyler being gone, I really did not want to have this baby early. This is the longest I have ever been pregnant, and I think I want to be done, but not until Tyler is back in town!! Thanks to all the help from family and friends!!! We really do appreciate all of you. Hopefully there will be good news to post early next week!

So Big

2010-02-04T11:49:00.000-07:00

The boys are growning up so fast. This was Brock's first week of Sunbeams, I know he is almost 4, but that is what happens with first of the year birthdays. This will also be Ethan's first week of nursery without his big brother. They both did very well. They are getting so big!

New Bunk Bed!

2010-02-04T11:43:00.001-07:00

The end of November we purchased a new bunk bed for the boys. With Ethan still in a crib, we were not going to switch him over to Brock's room for another month or so, BUT he was so excited knowing that he was going to be able to sleep on the bottom bed, we went a head and moved Ethan over to Brock's room that night. I think we got really lucky, because they have loved their new bed and loved sharing a room together!!!

Christmas Pics

2010-02-04T11:37:00.000-07:00

Thanks to our fun and wonderful neighbors, we were able to visit with Santa at their Christmas party. As you can tell, the boys were not 100% sold on the idea even with presents involved. Brock wanted to write Santa a letter to let him know what he wanted for Christmas, he wrote the letter all by himself, he is doing so good with his letters and writing, he is growing up so fast!

Christmas

2010-02-04T11:25:00.000-07:00

I know I am a bit behind, but here are a couple pics from Christmas. We really had a wonderful Christmas this year spending time with family and friends, and starting our own traditions with our growing little family.

Gardner Village

2010-01-04T21:18:00.001-07:00

We went to Gardner Village this year with boys. Every Christmas they hide elves around the village, once you find and check them off of a list you take it to the candy store for a free treat. The boys loved it! Brock had his binoculars and Ethan had his magnifying glass looking around trying to find the elves. And also as you can see, they were so excited, running to the candy store when all our elves had been found.

Let it Snow!!!

2010-01-04T21:12:00.000-07:00

The boys LOVE the snow. While Tyler was off during the holidays we had a great time outside with the boys in the snow. Although it would be nice if Ethan would play outside longer than it takes to get him all bundled up. Brock on the other hand, we can not get him to come in. The boys love it when Tyler pulls them on the sled, make snowmen and have snowball fights!

Ouch!

2009-12-08T10:04:00.000-07:00

We had our first major accident, which I am sure will be only the first of many. Ethan fell at grandma's house and cut his eye on the entertainment table. Doctor dad and mom came to the rescue, with a little bandaid "glue" and bandaid strips, we had him all patched up. We did take him to the doctors because of how open it was, and the fact it was on his head. But, he said that he could not do any better, and that it was a perfect closure, probably better than stitches! And surprisingly enough Ethan did not even mess with the bandage until it was all healed, and it looks great!

First day of Snow

2009-12-08T09:47:00.000-07:00

The end of October we had our first "real" snow storm. The boys love the snow and just had to go play.

Growing up so fast!

2009-12-08T09:38:00.000-07:00

Brock and Ethan are getting so big! They looked so cute all dressed up for church, I just had to take a picture. I love these handsome boys!

Lovin' the Outdoors

2009-12-08T09:33:00.000-07:00

We took an afternoon and went up in the mountains before it got too cold for a little family drive. The boys loved throwing rocks and sticks, or huge logs, into the river. They loved finding rocks and colored leaves, stuffing their pockets and hands as full as possible. We had to do a bit of inventory before we headed back home. I love the fall!

Pumpkin Patch

2009-12-08T09:26:00.000-07:00

Pumpkin Patch

2009-12-08T09:25:00.000-07:00

We had so much fun going to the pumpkin patch with our awesome neighbors (Ethan's little girlfriend). They loved the tractors, maze and finding pumpkins.

I need to mention........

2009-10-02T21:27:00.003-06:00

That we are expecting number 3!!!!!! We are so excited. I am 18 weeks, due the end of February. Crazy timing again you say, I know, I know. Can we not remember that the first of the year is crazy for accountants. Sorry Tyler, bad timing on this one too (Brock and Ethan were also born in January and March). What are we thinking!!! Well more good news............IT'S A GIRL! Crazy I know. I was expecting to be a mom of all boys. So, now girl things and a name!? Well, Brock is naming her baby freckles, and he also reminds me daily that my belly is getting so big. Other that the fun of being pregnant again, we are so excited!

1st Day of Preschool

2009-10-02T21:24:00.001-06:00

Brock just started preschool (can you believe it), and he loves it. He had to make a face that looked like him to take on his first day. We helped out with the hair, but other than that, he did it all on his own.

Our Garden

2009-10-02T21:21:00.000-06:00

Our garden this year was on steriods. No really, we would pick 20 or so cherry tomatoes at a time. And we had so many regular tomatoes, we could not keep up with them, your welcome neighbors. We also had bell peppers (yellow, purple and green), chilli peppers, cucumbers, herbs and corn. And what did we do with all our veggies, we learned how to can. We made homemade salsa, and a lot of it!

Utah "Beach"

2009-10-02T21:16:00.001-06:00

We had lots of fun playing at the Utah "beach" in Herriman. The boys spent hours there swimming and playing in the sand. I realized what a pain sand is when it comes to changing diapers, eating and packing up to go home. But, other than that, we always had a great time.

Water! Water!

2009-10-02T21:05:00.000-06:00

I think our boys really our fish. They LOVE the water. Pool, sprinklers, puddles, rain, they love it all. The boys (including Tyler) had a great time cooling off on those hot, hot days in the pool and sprinklers!

Our Las Vegas Trip

2009-10-02T20:54:00.000-06:00

Our family took a trip earlier this summer to Las Vagas, well it was work for Tyler, play for me and the boys. Brock, Ethan, and I spent all day playing in the swimming pool and site seeing. As you can tell we wore them out. It was fun to also be able to see Collin and Diedre and their boys.

Fishing!!

2009-09-16T21:45:00.000-06:00

This was our first of a few fishing trips we have been on this year. We took the boys to one of those stocked community ponds. I think that pond had been a bit fished out, because we only caught one fish, but it was enough to make the boys day. They loved it!! I think it took a bit out of Ethan, he was a bit tired afterwards.

Oquirrh Temple Open House

2009-09-16T21:35:00.000-06:00

Our family went to the Oquirrh Temple open house. It was so awesome to be able to take the boys to show and teach them the importance of the temple. Brock and Ethan loved it, they both know the song "I love to see the Temple", so that was sung almost the entire way through.

Ethan's first day of Nursery

2009-09-16T21:22:00.000-06:00

I know these are pretty much the same picture, but I love each one. You see Brock turned three in March, so he is still in Nursery for another year. He was so excited to have Ethan come to class with him. I think the pictures say it all, Ethan looking at me like you are leaving me where and for how long?? And the second one Brock is taking his hand to help Ethan through his big day. They are such little buddies (most of the time)!!!

Our Little Family!

2009-08-12T10:12:00.003-06:00

I just love my boys, the big one and the little ones. They make me smile everyday. I am so greatful to have them a part of my life. I have been so blessed!

I am glad it is summer for more than one reason...

2009-08-03T16:06:00.001-06:00

I am so glad it is summer and warm weather now. We had a rough go with Brock's asthma a few times this winter/spring, and Ethan was out for the count a few times as well. All is better now that we are all warm, okay hot and playing out in the sun!!

Graduation

2009-08-03T16:05:00.000-06:00

Brock and I were involved in a neighborhood preschool this year (since he will still have 2 years of real preschool before kindergarten). He had so much fun. He is now graduated, and moving on to Mrs. Jodi's Preschool which he is so excited to start in September.

Spring Time (I know it is summer, but I am catching up)

2009-08-03T16:01:00.000-06:00

I know the first picture is pretty bad, but I love it. The boys helping daddy with their lawn mowers. Brock and Ethan both LOVE helping Tyler out in the yard, to the point were the other night after dinner we asked Brock what he wanted to do, and he said "I need to go out and do some yard work with my shovel". And as you can see, Ethan loves the water. If there is a hose on he will find and and be soaking wet in seconds.

Brock's Spring Soccer

2009-08-03T15:49:00.000-06:00

Brock started on his first soccer team this last spring, and as he would say he was "lucky #7". He loved it. There were times of course were I would see him sitting or laying on the ground picking the grass or finding a cool rock or just sitting back on our side line blanket finding the after game treats. Tyler enjoyed being his coach. And he had a great time playing on the same team as his little buddy Zander.

Questions and the memories of memories...

2009-06-08T22:29:00.000-06:00

The precious memories of a young child

During a recent breakfast, Brock and I were sitting at the kitchen table, eating our cereal. I recently had purchased a new book from the LDS Distribution Center that had all sorts of pictures about prophets, apostles, baptism, blessing, marriage, temples, etc. As we ate breakfast we thumbed through the pictures of this book. Brock would continually ask, “what is that”, “why”, “who is that”, etc. We conversed back and forth for about 10 minutes, as I was gleaming with love for my son who wanted to know the purpose of life and the reasons why I know the individuals located in the pictures. While turning through the pictures we came to a picture of prophets of old giving a man a blessing. I indicated to Brock that this was a blessing that occurs when you are sick or need help from Jesus. Brock took a small pause and looked at me and said, “that is like when you had a blessing from Craig and Merrill.” I told Brock that this was the same and how lucky we are to receive blessings.

It is amazing and interesting to think that Brock, at just over 3 years old, has noticed, understood, and made the linkage between the prophets of old giving a blessing and his dad getting a blessing but a few months earlier. How impressionable children are. We must be diligent in our teaching of our children as they are watching and yearning for an understanding of all things. Be careful and explain all truths to children, so their path of understanding starts at a young age.

2009-06-08T21:20:00.001-06:00

Ethan's little personality really is something else. As you can tell in these pictures, only Jenny can keep the wraps on him. Perhaps it is the sunglasses that turn him into a natural disaster at times. Perhaps it is the adorable smile that gets you to look away for one second and then...BAM! Kaboom!...there goes something valuable. Either way, it is exciting to have two boys with two very different personalities. Jenny is an amazing mom, as she has the patience required to instill in each of our boys trust, love, and compassion for each other...albeit very small doses at times. Warmer weather makes things fun, as we can get out in the yard and play together! Ready...set...hike...watch out mom, here come all the boys to tackle you! Wahoo!

Spring?!

2009-04-14T14:13:00.004-06:00

We started planting our garden for this year. On Saturday we had a fun day outside planting and playing in the dirt, the boys especially loved that along with the hundreds of worms we found (not to mention that Ethan kept trying to eat the worms!) It was a bit cold, but we had a good time. This weather is driving me crazy, 70 one day and snowing the next!!! Could you make up your mind and be spring already, it is the middle of April you know!!

Happy Easter!

2009-04-14T14:00:00.005-06:00

My boys in there white shirts and pink ties! I love it!!!

Happy Birthday Brockster!

2009-04-14T13:35:00.004-06:00

A little late, but needed to post a big I LOVE YOU to my Brockster! He is now a big 3 year old! He is my little buddy who makes me smile and laugh every day with all the little things he says and learning, and especially his knock knock jokes. He loves playing with his daddy, loves his bike, playing outside and hanging out with his best buddies Carson and Dylan. He loves playing soccer and is so excited that he is now old enough to play on a team with his buddy Zander. He is such a big help around the house, helps emptying the dishwasher, taking out the garbage, doing the laundry, he loves to help clean and vacuum. He loves to help cook, especially when it is cookies. He loves playing with his little brother, most of the time :) He LOVES cars and trucks, playing with his Lego's and tools. We love you BROCK!!!!!

2009-03-31T14:44:00.000-06:00

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Go Tyler!!!!

2009-03-14T14:53:00.007-06:00

I am so proud of Tyler. He has his first BIG game today. As a side hobby he has followed his dad's footsteps in becoming a National Referee. This weekend he flew out to Dallas to ref the FC Dallas VS Brazil game, so this will be his first big National, well I guess internationl because they are playing Brazil, as the first official referee. If you would like to watch it, it will be live online only at http://www.fcdallas.com/ at 6:30 pm (I think that is the right time, 7:30pm Dallas time) GO TYLER!!!!

Happy Valentines Day Jenny:

2009-02-13T13:55:00.005-07:00

We have enjoyed many, many years of boisterous laughter, difficult decisions, and heartfelt compassion for each other. Some of my favorite memories of us are the times spent hiking in the canyons, running, shopping, all the time imaging where we would be in ten years, knowing that as long as we can preserve the feeling we had at that moment, nothing else mattered, it would all work out. We have the opportunity now to be parents of two young boys, who were given to us in impossible circumstances, showing them how to love someone as much as we love each other. I know they have experienced the unbridled endless compassion you are able to provide those you are around.
Jenny, there is no one in the world that means more to me than you. Tell me all your dreams, say exactly how you fee, lock the world outside, know that we are real, we will last forever. I promised to you forever, but have forgotten that each moment is all I wanted, all I want, all I need to remember, to make it another day.
I love you. Happy Valentines Day.

HaPpY 1st BiRThDaY ETHAN!!!

2009-01-27T15:20:00.004-07:00

HaPpY 1st BiRThDaY ETHAN!!!

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2009-01-27T15:11:00.000-07:00

2009-01-27T15:08:00.003-07:00

Okay, I know I am a bit behind on posting, but I wanted to share some of our Christmas pictures!

Discovery Toys

2008-12-15T15:25:00.006-07:00

Okay, so this is my sales pitch! I found some new toys that I (and my boys) just love, and the best part, is that they also learn so much from these toys. They are GREAT! And so, yes, I am now selling them. If you are interested in buying some toys, coming over to my house to try some of them out, or you want to host a party let me know!!!
Visit my website http://www.discoverytoyslink.com/jenny_ploeger

Blog Header

2008-12-04T14:46:00.002-07:00

So, I have had a lot of people ask about my blog headers. I do make them myself, they are just simple, but do add just a bit of fun & flare to your blog. Let me know if any of you are interested in a custom header, and I'll see what I can do!

Not having a good day

2008-12-04T14:38:00.003-07:00

A couple weeks ago I had to take Ethan to the doctors office, just not feeling well. And lets just say he ended up feeling a lot worse, I am sure. We ended up having to get his blood drawn, and I swear we were sitting there for over 20 minutes, me holding him down and them trying so hard to get just 2 vials of blood. Lets just say it was not the best experience for the poor little guy.

Cakes...Cakes...Cakes....

2008-12-04T14:32:00.003-07:00

I am really enjoying my cake class. Here is the latest and greatest (greatest...questionable?). I know, I know, you are all wondering when you can start putting in orders for wedding and birthday cakes! Okay, I might be getting a little ahead of myself, but I am having a blast, and hey who knows may be you'll see my on the next episode of Ace of Cakes!

2008-11-19T20:56:00.000-07:00

This is one of the "favorite" toys of Brock's. He gets pretty creative when he is putting them all together. He has 2 big and 2 small potato heads, so he makes mom, dad, Brock and Ethan. And for some reason, I always get stuck with the monkey nose! He did a great job with Ethan's, the purple shoes and elephant nose, and don't you just love the glasses and mustache for Brock?

Don't Laugh

2008-11-19T20:48:00.000-07:00

Okay everyone, this is my first cake. I am still trying to work on my frosting consistency, so the chocolate frosting did not set up very well. Okay, I need more practice, okay, okay, I need a lot of practice. At least the stars and dots were pretty cute!?

Best Buds

2008-11-19T20:43:00.000-07:00

Brock and Ethan were watching a movie together. It was the cutest thing ever. It was a movie with farm animals, so Brock was telling Ethan what the names of all the animals were. Ethan just watched and listened. So cute. Brock is so good with Ethan. They are best buds!

Go REAL!!!

2008-11-19T20:39:00.000-07:00

We took the boys to the REAL Playoff game against Chivas! It was lots of fun. It was a really exciting game with a win for REAL, the winning and only goal scored in the 90th minute! GO REAL!

What a little Stud!

2008-11-19T20:32:00.000-07:00

As I was getting Brock dressed for Church I was realizing how big he is getting, he is growing up so fast! He is such a little stud, and so HANDSOME!!!!!

2008-11-19T20:25:00.004-07:00

Canning!

2008-11-19T20:17:00.002-07:00

So I have been tapping into the canning world. I canned Strawberry jam, well lets clearify, in some batches strawberry syrup (but still super yummy on pancakes!) I also canned pears! I know, I know, I am becoming very daring!

Snow - Snow - Snow

2008-11-05T21:01:00.003-07:00

Today was our first big snow storm! The boys and I bundled up, went outside to scrape the driveway and play in the snow. This was Ethans first encounter with snow, and at first was not too sure about it, but then loved it. We had so much fun!

My New Thing~

2008-11-05T20:26:00.003-07:00

So, I started a new class last night and I am going to love it! Cake Decorating! It is going to be so fun. I am not sure how good I will be at it. But it will give me another creative outlet during those nights with no husband during busy season. So, all you who like cake, here is your chance to get some free practice cake! Okay, so this is not a picture of a cake I made, but there will be pictures coming soon of my new talent. (hopefully they will be post worthy!)

My Boys & their Rides

2008-09-25T15:06:00.004-06:00

They are best buddies! Ethan is trying to follow Brock every where, he is becoming Brock's little shadow.

Disneyland!!

2008-09-25T15:03:00.002-06:00

Some of Brock's favorite rides!

California Trip - We loved the Beach

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2008-09-19T10:41:00.000-06:00

Mommy and the BOYS! I am so blessed to have 2 wonderful boys. They are so fun. Ethan is 8 1/2 months and Brock is now 2 1/2 yrs old. They are getting so big and growing up so fast, I am realizing that I really have to take advantage of this time that I have with them. Even though at times it may get super crazy, I am cherishing every minute with them!!! I love my BOYS!

2008-09-19T10:27:00.002-06:00

Brock is our little adventurer. He LOVES the outdoors. This is one of his FAVORITE places to go, Grandma and Grandpa Ploeger's cabin. He loves going on walks and playing with his cousin Alyssa and Cassidy. He enjoys sight seeing for deer, chipmunks, horses, cows, rocks and sticks. While at the cabin he also LOVES riding on the "18 wheelers" (4-wheelers).

2008-09-19T10:12:00.000-06:00

RUN! RUN! RUN! Tyler ran in the WASATCH BACK with a bunch of his buddies from work. He did a great job! I was super proud of him! He had one of the hardest legs in the race which was 8 mile downhill on his 2nd leg and his last leg was some unexpected uphills to finish off his portion of the 19 miles. GREAT JOB DADDY!!!!

2008-09-19T09:42:00.009-06:00

Not used to this!!! Feeding Ethan is not exactly simple. Which was completely different from Brock. So needless to say we go through tons of bibs and lots of patients.

2008-09-19T09:42:00.006-06:00

Brock loves his fruits and vegetables. He will eat pretty much any fruit or vegetable we give him, mushrooms, peppers, plums, cherries, just to name a few. The only problem we have (other than intersting diaper changes) is keeping him out of the garden and from picking the green tomatoes and strawberries.