And baby makes 6!

It's a Boy. Baby Feller is due to join us March 27, 2010!



I made it I am announcing baby #4 2 weeks before he is due. This picture was taken a couple weeks ago when I had 6 weeks left. We are thrilled to be having another little boy. All of us but Austyn that is. She did not hide her disappointment and still doesn't. She told us she didn't want another Jed. When we explained that this little brother would be much smaller and would not be big enough to torment her she relented a little. It is like she is hesitantly waiting to see if we are lying. McCaden and Austyn are impatiently awaiting the arrival by taking a chain of paper off a little picture they colored. I feel very blessed that everything has gone smoothly so far and that he is healthy. I can not wait to see what this little guy will look like and what flavor his little spirit will bring to our family. Chocolate, Strawberry, or vanilla.

Josh is so sympathetic and loves me so much he likes to gain a few pounds just to make me feel better, (or maybe he feels left out) I'm not quite sure! But he comments that he is always at his biggest when I am expecting. Sorry honey I am sure it is the late night snacking I can't live without.

Austyn 4th Birthday

Austyn had her first ever friend party, for her fourth birthday. She loved it. The only thing she really wanted was a pinata and cake. She got both of course. In fact she got a couple cakes and then we made cupcakes for school and cupcakes for her and her cousins to decorate which is the last picture. Austyn is just recently starting to enjoy being the center of attention, she usually leaves that to McCaden.







Pinata Time

What I love about Austyn at this age!
I love how your spice has turned mostly to sugar,
I love how you negotiate with such logic it suprises me sometimes,
I love that you still call a kitty, a titty it catches everyone off guard,
I love how honest you are, there is never beating around the bush with you,
I absolutely love your prayers, how you talk with Jesus about everything that happened that day,
I love how you try to help me but "fordit"
I love when your telling me something and you scrunch your nose,
I love, love, love your hugs they are strong and genuine,
I love your red hair, beautiful brown eyes, and the angel kisses across your nose they are absolutley the cutest.
I love you Austy Bosty!

First day of school 2009

Preschool for Austyn




2nd Grade for McCaden

Soccer 2009

This year was the first year where we actually seen McCaden trying to play soccer. In the past soccer usually involved ring around the rosies, a game of chase on the field, or cheerleading. Josh would get so frustrated. For some reason this year it clicked and she actually went after the ball. She also loved being goalie. The first time she was goalie the other team made several goals I think she even made one for them, while trying to stop the ball she kicked it in. But she caught on quick and soon stopped the ball from going in the majority of the time. Josh commented that it was actually fun to watch this year.

McCaden 7 Years Old

So for birthdays in our family I have decided that every other year will be a family party and the other a friend party. Why you ask? I am not a real fan of planning and giving parties, yet I want my kids to experience it all. The funny thing is that the family parties are usually even bigger then the friend ones. So for McCaden's 7th Birthday we celebrated in Bear Lake with all my family and extended family on my mom's side, and then we had a little birthday cake with just our little fam. (Mostly because I couldn't get a cake in the cooler or to Bear Lake with out it melting I had done that the year before.)

What I love about McCaden at 7 years old.
I love that you are so sweet to everyone.
I love how helpful you are.
I love how animated you are when you talk with us your whole face and body tell the story along with your words.
I love that you can read to your brother and sister now.
I can't believe how beautiful you are.
You have hair to die for and the hair I always wish I had.(even the color)
Sometimes you are a bit dramatic but it makes me laugh because it reminds me of your dad.
I love that you are forgiving, as the oldest I feel like I make most of my parenting mistakes on you.
I love that I get to be your mother.
I Love you buggas!

Let's Dance

Austyn was in her very first dance class ballet/tap. She loved it! She was 31/2 at the time of the recital and I couldn't believe how well she did the whole dance. There was a girl by her (you can see in one of the pictures Austyn giving her a dirty look) that wouldn't stay in her spot. Austyn eventually got fed up with her and physically scooted her to her spot and then went back to her spot to finish the dance. It was very funny, we do have it on film I just haven't learned how to post those yet. I was worried about Austyn's shy personality around others and that she wouldn't perform once she got out there. She proved me very wrong!



























McCaden was in Ballet/Jazz and did so well. She of course loves to get up in front of people and always has. They were both very cute and it was fun to watch because they both knew their dances and looked like they were having lots of fun.

Summer Fun 2009

In this effort to get caught up on this blog I am combining all our summer fun. So sorry about all the pictures. This was the first summer in a long time where we found ourselves with no baby, I wasn't pregnant, or nursing. So the plan was to do as much as we could fit in around Josh's work schedule. I have to admit I wasn't a good picture taker I am missing a lot of fun reunions with family.

Raging Waters
My kids have no fear of water which makes this yearly outing a little stressful for me. But every year we go to Raging Waters with Josh's family. His dad holds a party there for all his ortho patients.


















Lagoon
It seems like every year we go to lagoon with my family. The kids love the rides, not one of them has been afraid to hop on a moving car, plane, train, or roller coaster. Josh gets to ride all the twirly rides with the kids that is why he is always on the ride pictures with them. They make me so sick. While I was posting these pics Jed asked if we could go there about a zillion times.




















Bear Lake

















Oquirrh Mountain Temple Dedication
The kids really enjoyed seeing how beautiful the temple is inside. My grandma, Aunt Donna and her kids came with us.














Local Parade and the girls eating candy at our house after.