Shower at the Valestin's

We were invited to a baby shower for a friend of the family we have known for 20 years. It was held at her dad and step mom's house in Queen Creek. It was really fun to see them again and we really loved their house. Natalie's dad Don is a private pilot, he took Tiana for her first airplane ride when she was five, in a six seater plane, to go have breakfast in Sedona. It was really fun to go in their back garage which is a hangar and see his airplane.

Tiana and Natalie.

The two girls have been friends for the last 19-20 years.

Natalie's step mom Joanne and Aaron.

Let's have a sleep over!

Recently we had the privilege of having a sleep over with Knoli. His Mommy and Daddy were both sick so her came to play with us. This is when Knoli and his Grandpa really connected.

just hanging out!

Grandpa flying Knoli like he used to do with Kahlia and Hunter.

Two buddies, isn't this adorable?

Merry Christmas!- a cabin christmas

Christmas this year was really special thanks to Trenda and Ray, Mom and Dad were able to make it for the 24th and 25th. It was very hectic but a good time none the less. I Know it was a great sacrifice for many of us to be there and I really appreciate the effort on everyone's part to make it happen. It was the true meaning of Christmas,being with family and the ones we love, no matter what it takes.

 The four of us and Tiana went up on the evening of the 22nd. We didn't think we were going to be able to make it up due to snow. But after buying chains and waiting and hour and a half we made it and it was worth the wait.!

The cabin all decked out in white.

The road before the snow plow.

Kahlia making a snow angel. looks pretty good!

sledding fun

the stockings on Christmas morning

Jeremi with his pole dancer alarm clock, courtesy of his grandma!

and Mandy got Ricardo the Chihuahua also from grandma.

Mom and Dad

Trenda all ready for the day.

Patrick with his Titan's throw

Sitting around the fire pit.

Even the deer came for the holiday!

Trick or Treat!

                                 We had a great time this Halloween carving pumpkins, and then going around with Patrick, Melody, Knolan , and Tiana to all the neighborhoods in the area.
Ready to go out for the loot!

Knolan's Baptism

Knolan was baptized on the 20th at Resurrection Catholic Church . The celebration followed at Great Grandma and Great Grandpa Stoker's house.

Pierce Turns 1

Pierce turned one on the 17th. He celebrated with a party at the park.

The Birthday boy in his hat. He wasn't too  excited about it!

Auntie T will wear it

Time to open gifts

Cake time

Pierce with the fire truck from Grandpa and Grandma Fergie

Anniversary Time!

Our Anniversary

We were surprised with a party given by our older children for our 20th anniversary. They did a great job and spent many hours preparing and contacting many of our friends. It was a real blast to see those friends we don't get to see as nearly as often as we like.

The Cake

Friends

The two cousinsOur Family