Rex's 7th Birthday

I know I am way behind but I did want to post some of the great events we have had in the last six months. We were able to celebrate Rex's birthday in April with a few family members.

Rex opening one of his presents. Rex loves to draw.

The theme for the evening was star wars

The star wars cake. It is an alien planet where a battle is taking place.

Ethan, Emily, Rex and Mikayla

The table before the guest arrived.

Jeff, Emily, Mary, Dad, Les, and Mom

Rex ready to blow out the candles

Rex in his 3D star wars glasses

First Day of School 2009

August 24th was the first day of school for Chase & Rex. The boys were very excited.
This is Rex waiting outside before going into his class

Rex in front of the door for the traditional first day of school shot. My other pictures didn't turn out.

Rex sitting at his desk in Mrs Brinton 2nd grade class.

Chase ready to start 5th grade. Please notice Rex hiding in the window.

Chase's teacher is Ms. Berhow. He is excited because this year he is going to learn how to play the trombone.

Pictures of Chase

Thursday was Chase's 10th Birthday. We are so proud of him and all that he has accomplished in his 10 years. He is a wonderful son. Here are a few pictures of Chase from the last couple of months.

4th grade County report

Chase was assigned Iron county for his 4th grade report. We were already planning a spring break trip to St. George so we stopped in Parowan (the Iron county seat) on the way so we could take pictures of him for his poster.

Concert in the Park
We attended a fun summer concert in the park. Chase in front of the fountain.

Future fire fighter
Chase and Rex has the opportunity to participate in the Children's parade this summer. After the parade there were activities at the City and County Building. Chase had the chance to try out the fires hoses. He loved it because he was able to cool off and squirt a few people at the same time.

Hot dogs at the cabin
We had a chance to go to the Brighton cabin this summer. Chase received a great roasting stick last year for his birthday and he finally had a opportunity to try it out.

Happy Birthday
Chase had several birthday celebrations this year. This cake was his 2nd of the week. I forgot to take pictures of the first one. Happy Birthday!! We love you!

Pictures of Rex

Today is Rex's 7th Birthday. In honor of his day I wanted to post some fun pictures of him. I will post birthday pictures later.

100th day of school

Rex did a project for the 1ooth day of school. He wanted to display 100 wristbands (elastic bands.) He made the 100 out of double stick tape and then added his wristbands of different sizes.

7 Stitches
Preparing dinner one night Rex decided to cut his own bread. Unfortunately he cut his finger as well. Those cutco knives are very sharp. We spent the evening visiting Dr. Wayne and Dr. Gwen to get their advice about stitches and then several hours at the Kidscare getting Rex stitched up. He was very good considering what he went through. He wanted to know what the doctor was doing and he even watched the doctor stitch him up. I had to sit down. It was too much for me. Rex was able to hang out at home with me for several days as he recovered. He did enjoy his time watching movies in bed. It was a very deep cut and he ended up having his stitches for almost two weeks. When the doctor took the stitches out he gave then to Rex and he was able to take them to school for show and tell. The hardest part was trying to keep his hand dry and taking short baths. Rex loves a good soak in the tub.


Sleeping with Swimmer
Rex was very brave and a good sport through the whole stitch experience. As a reward his mother bought him another Webkinz. He picked a blue whale and named him Swimmer. He wanted a picture with his new friend.

We love you Rex - Happy Birthday

Piano Recital

On February 27th we had our last piano recital with Michelle. We support her decision to stop teaching to take care of her growing family but we will miss seeing her and Helen each week at our house. It was a great event.

Mom and Dad came and supported the boys.
Chase playing his pieces.

This was Rex's first recital and he did a great job.

Chase waiting for the recital to start

Rex waiting for his turn.

Thank you Michelle for sharing your talents with us.

President's Day Bowling

I know I am a little behind on my blogging but I hope to catch up over the next month.
We had a great time on President's Day bowling with family. The kids look forward to the big event each year because they know it is the one time they get to go bowling.

Chase getting ready to roll a strike

Megan and Clark

Chase pleased with his roll.

Rex ready to take his turn

Mary, Aaron and Emily

Libby, Sarah, Rex, Gwen and Kiersten

Rex starts to ski

Rex has started to ski. He had his first lesson at Solitude in January.

Getting ready for the slopes.

Snowplowing