The Palm (Family) Tree

Abrielle's First Fishing Trip

2011-05-18T19:06:00.000-07:00

Jason and I took Abby and Hunter fishing tonight. It was Abby's first time fishing and boy did she have a BLAST! The fish sure were biting which makes it so much fun! Can't wait to take her again!

Hunter Graduates Sonshine Preschool

2011-05-18T19:00:00.000-07:00

May 13th, 2011

Hunter Graduated Sonshine Preschool and i couldn't be more proud of him!!! Next year he is off to Kindergarten! Where has the time gone!!!

Hunter and his Best Friend Harley!

Austin's Field Trip

2011-05-14T15:29:00.000-07:00

I was so fortunate to be able to join Austin and his 3rd grade class on their field trip to the Pipestone National Monument. It was truly alot of fun even though it was a bit chilly. We were broke up in to a group of 3 kids. I had such GREAT boys in my group. We got a lost on the trail we still had fun although i DID have a boy scout in my group not sure how he let us get lost haha! It definitely is a memory i think they all will remember!

My group of boys

caught up to more of his classmates so we all decided to stick together. They sure were alot of fun!

We also seen some deer, a fox, and lots of geese. But you know as soon as i would want to take a picture they took off. It was just a really relaxing hike.

Oh Abrielle......

2011-05-11T18:48:00.000-07:00

In my dreams while pregnant with Abrielle i only wished for a happy healthy little girl...who enjoyed wearing pink dresses and let mommy put her hair up in cute pony tails. Well, I got the girl who likes to wear pink...on certain days, dresses when she wants to and never lets me put her hair up. Well, today she has decided that she likes dirt, worms and bugs. She is ALL BOY!! I guess growing up with 3 brothers does not help any. I still love her anyway...she is my little tomboy!!!

Ethan's 8th Birthday!

2011-05-04T19:01:00.000-07:00

Tonight we celebrated Ethan's 8th birthday! We enjoyed the beautiful weather outside and some awesome Hot Wheels DQ ice cream cake!! Can't believe how big my boy is getting :(

Then Abby sang to her big brother. It sure was adorable!

Winfair Track And Field

2011-05-04T18:38:00.000-07:00

Today Austin and Ethan participated in the Winfair Track and Field. Austin was in the "football kick" and 400 meter relay. Ethan was in the 100 meter relay, 400 meter relay, and shuttle run. Ethan came in first on the 100 meter relay!!!

Field Trip To Shalom Hill

2011-04-29T17:17:00.000-07:00

Abrielle and I were fortunate enough to join Hunter on his field trip to Shalom Hill with his Sonshine Preschool. It was fun watching the kids go crazy over chickens and baby lambs. I had fun too...but could do without the smell :o)

Easter Egg Hunt

2011-04-24T08:31:00.000-07:00

Every year the saturday before Easter we enjoy going to Jeffers to the annual Easter Egg hunt. They always do such a nice job! Although the weather was cold and dreary the kids sure did have fun!

Coloring Easter Eggs

2011-04-19T11:29:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year again! Happy Easter! A family tradition of ours is to decorate eggs for the Easter Bunny. It's always fun for all of us and also a huge mess!

On Saturday April 2nd......

2011-04-05T16:23:00.000-07:00

My big boy Hunter lost his first tooth! I am so sad he's growing so fast.

Enjoying The Outdoors

2011-04-05T15:51:00.000-07:00

For the first time this year we finally were able to make it outdoors and venture to the parks in town. Although we still had to wear coats and hats due to the cool wind..the warm sun sure made up for it!

Wordless Wednesday

2011-03-30T13:49:00.000-07:00

My Poor Boys....(but So Funny)

2011-03-28T13:05:00.000-07:00

St. Paul Deer Expo...meeting Ralph and Vicki

2011-03-15T18:24:00.001-07:00

Wow! I haven't blogged since June of last year?? Where does the time go???? Or maybe its because we never go anywhere....lol
Well, last weekend we went on a short mini vacation to the cities and had the priviledge to meet "Archers Choice's" own Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo. It was truly a blast and such an honor to meet them!!! Something we will remember....for those who aren't familiar with them they are on the Outdoor channel and are big Archery Hunters. They have their own shows "Archers Choice" and "The Choice" Very awesome couple!!!

Signing Autographs so of course we had to have them sign some shirts!!

Then they had a seminar and showed their favorite hunts and of course a little bashing of each other...and we all know Vicki is the better hunter!

Misc Videos

2010-06-08T07:39:00.000-07:00

Track and Field/Awards Day

2010-06-08T07:17:00.001-07:00

The last few weeks of school Austin and Ethan had a track and field Day and Awards day. Ethan came in 3rd in his running event and the shuttle run for 1st grade he also received the Presidential Award, Bike rodeo medal for 3rd place and an overall Excellence award for his class. Austin came in 2nd in his running event and shuttle run. He also received a bike rodeo participation award. I am so proud of my boys!!!

Ethan is 7!!

2010-06-08T07:11:00.000-07:00

On May 4th we celebrated Ethan's 7th Birthday. Happy Birthday Ethan!!!!

The Great Serengeti Water Park - Owatonna May 7-9

2010-06-08T06:44:00.000-07:00

The beginning of May we went to the "Great Serengeti" Water park in Owatonna. It was so much fun. The kids had a blast on the water slides.

HUNTER BIG BASS.wmv

2010-04-25T15:54:00.000-07:00

Happy Spring!

2010-04-25T07:39:00.000-07:00

Wow, Where has the time gone? Really I haven't blogged since Thanksgiving? Maybe our lives are just that boring...
Anyway, I am just posting some pictures of the fish that Hunter and Austin have caught this spring. They are so proud of them and want mommy to blog about it also adding some pictures when we went to the Sioux Falls Zoo. So, i hope you enjoy them.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2009-11-22T12:22:00.000-08:00

Can it be possible..is Thanksgiving really this next week??? I am no where near being ready for this Holiday Season!

We of course have been crazy busy around here..and i let my blogging get behind. So i thought i would write a little update on the family.

October was a fun filled month. Of course we celebrated my 21st Birthday. Ok so not 21 but i like to believe so. We also celebrated Austin's 8th Birthday. I can't believe my big boy is 8.

Then of course there was Halloween. Austin went as a BMX biker. Ethan went as "Optimus Prime" Hunter went as a character from "Star Wars" and Abrielle was a cute little Elephant.

Now, it's November and as if our house isn't crazy enough I decided that we needed another addition to the family and we brought "Bam Bam" into the family. He is an 8 wk old Shi-poo puppy. We absolutely are in love with him!! He is so much fun.

Then I decided to go Deer Hunting with Jason this season. But, unfortunatly we didn't see a thing. Better luck next year.....

I hope everybody is doing well!! Have a Blessed and Happy Holidays!!!

Austin's Surgery

2009-09-29T10:39:00.000-07:00

Well today was the big day that Austin got his Tonsils and Adenoids out. He was such a good sport.

We arrived at the hospital around 6:30am and to our amazement while we were walking to the door there were 2 beautiful deer standing in the parking lot. It's almost like they were there to cheer Austin on. It was pretty cool.

After they loaded him up on meds they wheeled him away and the tears started to fall. He cried for his mommy. Surgery took about 10 minutes i swear. The Dr. said everything went perfect. I was so happy to hear that.

So now we are just laying low..he is resting and enjoying being pampered.
Thank you all for your love and prayers we totally appreciate them!!!!

Love you all!

So comes Fall......

2009-09-21T09:17:00.000-07:00

Wow, i just can't believe that tomorrow is the first day of fall....and where was summer???? Time has honestly just flown by. I guess now it's time for a little update on the Family. The boys have all started school. Austin is in 2nd Grade and has Mrs. Lamaack. Ethan is in 1st grade and has Mrs. Anderson as his teacher. Then Hunter has started his first year of Sunshine Preschool and has "Teacher Jen" as his teacher. They all seem to love school!!

Jason had his annual bear hunting trip and unfortunately no bear. Better luck next year.

On Sept. 6th we celebrated Hunters and Abrielles Birthdays. Hunter turned 4 and Abby turned 1.

Coming up Sept 29th Austin will be having surgery to remove his tonsils. If you could keep us in your prayers that day i would be so thankful. He is very worried about it. I keep telling him everything is going to be okay..but i know it's hard to understand that at 7 years old. Other than that we have just been keeping busy. I have included pictures and a Bear Video that Jason got on his camera. Hope everybody is doing well!!!

Happy Birthday Abrielle

2009-09-04T05:26:00.000-07:00

Today my baby girl turns 1. I honestly can't believe how time has flown. She is such a big girl now.
Happy Birthday Abrielle!!

Vacation to the North Shore

2009-08-24T06:02:00.000-07:00

Took a quick weekend getaway to Grand Marais. It's Bear Hunting time again so Hunter Abrielle and I went to help bait bear. I was looking for this getaway for quite some time. Needed some R&R.
Well, we left Windom around 6am. Only 3 hours than orginally planned. We arrived in Grand Marais about 3. Made pretty good timing. The kids were awesome on the trip. I was so excited just to lay down and rest before we journeyed out on the town. So, Jason goes in to check in and to my suprise they give us this room that is seperate from the main "hotel" it's like another different hotel called "Sprucewood Inn" It was the most dirtiest disgusting room i have ever been in my life. It was dusty, moldy, and just plain GROSS!!! Plus it was a king size bed and no room for a crib...it was just a mess. If it was just Jason and I...i probably wouldn't have cared so much..but the fact that we had kids the mold smell was out of this world........................................ Picture of the room....

There was no way i was staying there. I would rather stay in Jason's Family Cabin with no running water or electricity before i would stay in this dump. The only reason we chose this hotel is so we could use the pool for swimming..but the pool is in the Aspen Lodge Hotel where we orgininally thought we were staying. So, Jason goes back up to the main desk and complains. So, we were moved to the "Aspen Lodge" Hotel near the pool..hooray!!

our new room! and of course you have Hunter jumpin on the bed lol

Well, we settled in our room and decided to hit the town for some supper. We walked to Ole and Sven's Pizza Place. I have to say it was the BEST pizza i have ever had in my life! It was soooooooo good!!!!!! We celebrated Hunter's Birthday. Then we headed back to the hotel for some Viking Football and called it a night.

Saturday Morning Jason headed out to Bait his Bear. Hunter, Abby and I took a stroll down to the Harbor. It was around 9am it was soo beautiful. The weather was so nice and Lake Superior was amazing! We loved watching the seagulls and the Geese. They were sure looking for some food. Although we didn't have any alot of other people did so it was cool watching them being fed. Hunter just liked chasing after them. He had a blast. Then we walked down to all the different shops they had and bought some souveniers for the boys. It was just a lovely day. I could have sat by that lake forever, or "pond" as Hunter refers to it.

Saturday night we ate at the Blue Water Cafe. The waitress just loved Hunter and spoiled him rotten. Saturday night we rested for a long drive Sunday Morning! We left Grand Marais about 10am and finally got home around 6. I was so excited to be home. It's nice to get away..but always nice to come back home. Now Jason gets to go again this Friday and Hunt his bear. I wish him the best of Luck...but also a little jealous i would like to go back up there too....

It's Official...She is Walking

2009-08-16T08:32:00.000-07:00

Abrielle dumped the walker and she is on her own. She is such a big girl!!!

Wordless Wednesday

2009-08-05T10:56:00.001-07:00

Moving Day!

2009-07-19T09:43:00.000-07:00

Saturday we helped my dad and step-mom move from City life in Duluth to Country living in Gibbon. I am just so excited to have them closer. Instead of a 6 hour drive it's only an hour. Needless to say i didn't help out to much yesterday because of Abrielle getting into everything but Jason worked hard. I just enjoyed taking pictures of their lovely home. It actually reminds me of the Brady Bunch home from the outside.

Front View

Living Room upstairs

Dining Room

Kitchen...the first on their to do list is updating the kitchen. They have new appliances ordered..and laying Ceramic Tile. I agree this kitchen is a tad outdated.

Hallway to 3 bedrooms and a full Bath

Basement...is HUGE!!!

Fireplace that has never been used

This is a picture from a room in the basement that my dad is going to use as a woodworking shop..but as i look at it.I call it my ghostly picture..just seem like spirits are in the picture...call me crazy..

Now isn't this a kodak Moment. As the boys were bringing the Fridge downstairs they realized they have to take the handrail off before it will go down. So here is Jason and John holding on to the fridge while my dad takes off the handrail.......

Hunter Waving down the Fire Truck. They were giving rides around town.

Me sporting my new Sunglasses Jason's sisters helped me pick out the night before..i know i am a "Rockstar" HA

Walker....in Training!

2009-06-29T08:20:00.000-07:00

So my little girl decided she needed to keep up her her brothers and learn how to walk. She just grabbed that walker and took off. I couldn't believe it.

Lakes & Parades

2009-06-22T15:03:00.000-07:00

June has been flying by. We have been enjoying the beautiful weather. Granted it has rained alot but these 90 degree days are making up for it. We have also been busy attending the area parades Windom's Riverfest and Mt. Lake's Pow Wow. Ethan and Hunter were so lucky to be in the Pow Wow parade with Grandpa and Dad. We also spend alot of time out at Cottonwood Lake trying to cool off. Even Abrielle enjoys taking a "dip" in the water.
Hope you all are having a Great Summer! Take Care

June already?!?

2009-06-01T11:22:00.000-07:00

So, i thought i would write a little update. Seems to be a once a month occasion i write a blog. Hope to get better (i say that everytime). School is winding down now for Austin and Ethan. Tomorrow is their last day. Can't believe it. Next week they both have Vacation Bible School and Day camp so that will keep them busy for awhile. Austin won 1st place in his Bike Rodeo at school. Ethan won a new helmet in his class. So, they have been pretty lucky. Maybe i should have them buy me a powerball ticket ;)

I enjoyed chaparoning Ethan's Field trip the the US Fish and Wildlife Center. It was actually alot of fun and very educational. We went for a walk down the paths to find the Trumpeter Swans and i have never heard a group of Kindergarteners so quiet in my life! It was so relaxing listening to the nature and of course we did find the Swans!

Hunter ohhhhh he is just the same little boy. He has been begging dad to take him fishing. He loves to sit in the boat and pretend.

And then there is little Abrielle, where do i begin. She is growing everyday. Learning how to stand up holding on to things. We even have her first tooth coming in. So exciting! Well, i honestly can't believe it's June already. This year is sure flying by. I decided to do a little Daycare makeover and paint my walls. Needless to say i am not quite finished but hope to get it done during my vacation week. *fingers crossed* I had my daycare relicensing last week and passed so pretty relieved by that. Good for 2 more years! Jason has been busy at work as usual. He is already counting down to Bear Hunting season. Checked his hunting cameras for the first time yesterday and had mommy doe and her baby fawn. So adorable.

Hope you are all doing well.

HAPPY 6TH BIRTHDAY ETHAN!

2009-05-06T16:40:00.001-07:00

May 4th my boy turned 6. I just can't believe it. We had a birthday party for him Saturday May 2nd. We had a great time.

Where Have I Been???

2009-04-08T07:54:00.000-07:00

Wow, another month has flown by and i haven't blogged. Where does the time go? We have been so extremely busy here. Hunter started Sonbeams Preschool on March 10th. He goes every Tuesday for a couple hours in the afternoon. I am not going to lie, the first 2 weeks was TERRIBLE. He cried and did not want to go. But, now he has gone for a month he LOVES IT! Rides the Cottonwood County Transit Bus to school and really looks forward to going.

We also enjoyed a beautiful Saturday outside. The Boys even Sported a sunburn for a couple days. But, it was soo nice out!

On March 28th I FINALLY convinced Jason to let me pierce Abrielle's Ears. She looks so cute like such a little lady! She cried for just a short second and she was good to go. Again I just LOVE having a daughter!!!

On April 1st Austin was selected the "Terrific Kid" for his class for the 3rd Quarter. I was so proud of him! They held a short program at school to honor the "Terrific Kids" Also, finally fixed the date on my pictures since i was getting alot of Slack for it...sorry.

So, a little update on our Month of March. I always say i am going to update more often but time just slips away!

SHE IS 6 MONTHS ALREADY!

2009-03-04T16:15:00.000-08:00

I can't believe my baby girl is 6 months old already. Where has the time gone? She is growing and changing everyday. We just started eating cereal. But, boy is she picky. She will only eat her rice if it's mixed with applesauce. She loves applesauce. Right now she hasn't cut any teeth but I know that will be coming soon because boy is she CRABBY! We have a nickname for her we call her "Rabby" short for Crabby Abby. So, 6 months down and so many milestones reached. Soon she will be crawling and chasing her big brothers around the house. I just can't wait.......

Supper Surprise!

2009-02-17T17:00:00.000-08:00

While Eating Supper tonight Ethan had quite the surpise. He thought he had bitten into some hard food but then we all realized he lost his first tooth. YAY Ethan...now we wait and see what the toothfairy brings!!

ABRIELLE IN HER JUMPEROO

2009-02-08T10:09:00.001-08:00

ABRIELLE ROLLING OVER

2009-01-14T09:27:00.001-08:00

Welcome 2009

2009-01-06T06:27:00.000-08:00

Wow, i have just realized i haven't blogged for quite sometime now. Christmas has come and gone for another year. It just went by so fast. The kids all were pretty spoiled from Santa!
We have reached some milestones in our family. Hunter is finally 100% potty trained. Although you will all laugh at how we got him to go. I will include picture at the end of this post. Abrielle rolled over last Friday January 2nd. She turned 4 months on Sunday. Growing so fast!!!
Now that 2009 is upon us, we made no resolution but i just pray for a healthy happy year with my family. I hope you all had a blessed and happy Christmas!!!

Yes this is how we potty trained Hunter..by playing video games...but it worked!

Trip to Visit Santa

2008-12-07T10:27:00.000-08:00

Friday December 5th, we went to see Santa and tell him our wish list. It's always the kids favorite thing to do. They always think so hard on what they want for Christmas and I always enjoy hearing what they want. This year we had some problem with Hunter. He wanted nothing to do with the ole St. Nick. So, unfortunately we didn't get the picture this year.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-28T16:57:00.000-08:00

Another Thanksgiving has come and gone. Our belly's are full of all the wonderful food. This year i am so thankful of my family. I could not be any luckier to have such wonderful husband sons and my precious baby girl. She has been the joy of my life. I never take any minute with them for granted because i know it will fly by so fast. I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Holiday Baking

2008-11-26T18:35:00.000-08:00

Since Thanksgiving is upon us already i decided to take in some holiday baking with the kids. Trust me that is always an adventure. Usually most of the decorations end up on the floor but it's memories that last forever! Here are some pictures of them decorating the cookies.

Buck of 2008

2008-11-11T05:58:00.000-08:00

Jason was again Successful on Deer Opener. He bagged this beautiful 8 pointer! I am so proud of my Hunter!! Another one for the wall!!

Happy Halloween!!!

2008-11-01T08:27:00.001-07:00

Another Halloween has come and gone. It's so fun to see the kids get so excited to dress up in their favorite "Super Hero" costume and venture out to get treats. We were so blessed to have such GREAT weather and sunlight until well after 6pm so we were able to stay out longer. Some may say that's a bad thing but i say "More candy the better" right?!?

Well Austin chose to be "Batman" While Ethan was the "Black Spiderman" Hunter was a "Power Ranger" and little Abrielle was my princess (although she didn't have to dress that part)

We went trick or treating with a family i do daycare for. They have become family friends. I think their daughter Harley and Hunter are more than friends. We caught them a few times holding hands trick or treating. I thought maybe Hunter was her Prince Charming.

So, as we get high on our sugar rushes I hope all of you had a "Happy Halloween!"

My Princess Abrielle sleeping it away...

Hunter & Harley holding hands....

Opps...busted but Hunter wasn't letting go....

Harley & I before we went out...i love this little girl!!

Then my 3 super heroes...we definitely were safe last night with them 3 around!

Just Some Family Pictures

2008-10-29T06:17:00.000-07:00

The Family Update

2008-10-28T15:12:00.001-07:00

Well, first of all i want to thank you all for visiting our site. This is easier to add things here then to email everybody individually!
First of all "Happy Halloween" It's unbelievable how fast it has came upon us. The kids are sure excited about it. But, i am not so excited about the cold weather that's here.

Austin and Ethan keep busy with school. They both LOVE it. Austin has started to bring homework home which he enjoys doing. I am sure that won't last long. He is learning his money and how to tell time.
Ethan is learning how to write the alphabet and numbers. Still working on the tying the shoes though.
Hunter keeps me busy at home with the daycare kids. He thinks he is the boss of the house....(takes after his dad)
Then there's little Abrielle who is growing like a weed. Had a Dr. Apt last Friday and she now weighs 10lbs 11oz. She is almost 2 months old. Starting to smile and coo. I just love having her around!!!
Well, that's all for now. i hope you enjoy our updates and please come and check up on us soon!!!

Hello All!

2008-10-28T15:09:00.000-07:00

This is the first entry of many to come I am sure! I have decided to start a blog just to keep friends and family updated on our family since i don't get much computer time anymore. I hope to keep you updated as much as i can and post pictures of our crazy but wonderful lives!! Till we meet again.......