Happy NEWS!

i just received the long awaited call...Cole has qualified for long term services!

y a h o o ! !

this means we will get federal funding to help us out with his therapies and programs!

y a h o o ! !

When were helping were happy and we sing as we go...

Saturday is a special day is the day we get ready for Sunday.... we worked hard all day to prepare for Sunday. Our van was filthy, so the kiddos helped us CLEAN it of course with a happy spirit. Now it sparkles...until we go down the road and all the dust from the fields covers it again - oh well at least I know it has been cleaned inside and out. I love a clean vehicle!

Cole likes to squirt the water.
Conner and Cole help out with the rims.
Dad showing the boys how to clean.

Conner and Cole were great helpers...thanks dudes!

Lindsey - "A Child's Prayer"

Lindsey and her friend Jasmine Hanna put together a musical number to "A Child's Prayer" to perform in Sacrament Meeting. Lindsey on the piano and Jasmine on her flute. I am so proud of them, at age 13 I am not sure I would have the guts to play in front of that many people. They did a wonderful job! Thanks to Grandma and Grandpa Morris and the Lopez's for coming to support her.I love how far Lindsey has come on the piano. She can play lots of songs out of the Primary Song Book, Hymn book, and is currently working on some of Jenny Phillips songs and Phantom of the Opera songs. I love to hear her play. I think she finally enjoys practicing her piano songs and truthfully some days she just goes in and plays, YEAH!

Future Suns Basketball Star

Today we got to attend one of Crew's basketball games. He is one of the younger boys on the team and he did a great job! His Dad and Uncle Jason Maguet are his coaches, lucky guy! Cole, Crew and Carly after the game! Go Suns!

First Parent Support Group

Went to my first autism parent support group Thursday night. Wow, these families are much more knowledgeable and experienced then I am. They were wonderful! Full of love and support willing to share all that they have learned. I left feeling a bit overwhelmed, but happy to know I had made some new friends that are willing to share and help me (us) along our journey.

Hanging at the ball field

Lisa & Ryan got to get a way for their anniversary so we had Jase and Whitney with us at the ball field. Conner's game didn't start until 12:30 Saturday, so we met early and had a picnic at the park and played before Conner's game. Oma and Jase, they had gone to the Dollar Store before the game and got some fun things to help keep kiddos busy. Jase picked out a bat and ball!
Somehow Carly and Whitney ended up with the big umbrella. They kept COOL and busy lounging on the blanket. They played so good together - it was fun having Whitney sleep over. They played Barbies, attempted swimming (still to cold), played outside and watched several movies. I love this age because they are independent.
One of Cole's favorite things to do at Conner's games is bring his big dump truck filled with cars and his lion and tiger and play in the dirt.
We all had a great time! Conner won his game and we survived the heat!

Lance - Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday Lance! He is my younger brother who is taller than all of us! Lance is an AWESOME Dad! He loves being a dad and can't wait to get baby #3 another BOY!

Lance has lots of wonderful qualities....

*he will help anyone move or do whatever is needed.

*a pleaser...if he tells you he is on his way that could mean several things: he is either around the corner, just left wherever he has been, or almost ready to leave (you never know when to expect the guy - poor Heather)

*he loves clothes/shoes (the best dresser)

*keeps his lawns immaculate

*strong testimony of our Savior Jesus Christ

*coaching Crew's basketball team

*loves to talk on his cell phone

*a hard worker

*a great brother/friend

We love you Lance! He can be quite crazy sometimes...check out the pants! Sure hope you have had a super fun birthday - glad you are my brother!