Saturday, January 31, 2015

Broken Bow - Friday (part two)

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My loves!!!

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Please tell me what happened?  Did we miss a big storm that created this mess at the base of the bridge?  Who will clean up this mess or will it stay here until it disintegrates?  I do know the water level is REALLY high!!!

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Our next place to explore is the Powerhouse Fishing Area and this is a site to see for sure!

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The water quickly gushing by us was the coolest thing to see plus it created a slight breeze.

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Come on Beck, you can lift that super heavy boulder!!!

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We are off to explore a new area. We are following a trail that leads to a little river.

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This isn't like the icy river of death that Brent and I have floated before but it is some what perfect for the kids since it's not that deep.  However, it is still icy and they could still get swept away so we are being extra cautious especially with my big, fancy camera!

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They love it!!!

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Look at our brave little girl!

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This is called the bear crawl!  Ha!

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Kinsey thought it was so much fun to float to Daddy!

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We have found a big stick!

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Broken Bow - Friday (part one)

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We are taking a road trip back to Broken Bow, OK because I recently discovered a lodge offering a discounted rate and we didn't get to spend much time the last time we were here.  The kids are super excited because they love staying in a hotel so they packed up their favorite items such as their pillow pets, blankets and stuffed animals.

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Kinsey always falls asleep.

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Beck has almost grown out of that phase.  He only falls asleep if he's super tired.

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We ate lunch at a fried chicken fast food restaurant.

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This is our view from our balcony for the next few days!  I'd give anything if we could get to that island!

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After putting on our swimsuits, the kids race to daddy's truck to go swimming!

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This is a very happy girl!

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Kinsey, take off your shoes before getting in the water.

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The water is a tad bit cold!

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Daddy is a trouper because there is no way that mommy will get in the cold water!  Luckily, he guides the kids so they don't go too far out.

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I am completely shocked that the kids got their whole body under water!!!

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This is where people paddle boat but it's closed today (Friday) but it'll be open tomorrow.

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Gorgeous scenery!

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Look at our little girl climb!
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Thumbs up!

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Thumbs down!

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Look at me, I'm the queen of the rock!

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

MOPS and Stuffed Animals

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Table Discussion: "What are your plans for Mother's Day?"  We have planned a trip to Broken Bow and I'm looking forward to our weekend get-a-away!

Our speaker today is Mary Ann and her topic is "Toddler Milestones...What to Look For".  I must have zoned out because I do not have any notes so there's not much to share on this meeting.

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Kinsey had a fun time making a banner for me and I love it!

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After we picked up Beck from school, we decided to play with the million stuffed animals the kids brought down stairs.  This is Beck covered up with the animals! I also have a slow motion video of him popping out from under the animals which is really cool to watch.

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Then, they covered me and took a picture of my face!  Ha!

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Kinsey is studying the Apple TV guide on the bed she made.  Ha!

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She's putting her fancy skirt on her elephant.  Oh, how they both crack me up!

Sunday, January 25, 2015

Dance and Park

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Kinsey wanted to wear the dance recital costume from last year when we lived in Gilmer.  She looks so cute!
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Kinsey LOVES mommy's lip gloss!

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Kindergarten graduation is next week!!!  Yikes!  So, I organized another play date at the park with Beck's class mates.

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I brought the kids a treat from the cookie store in the mall.  Yummy!
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Blake is still wearing her leotard from dance class this morning.  Ha!  

Saturday, January 24, 2015

Happy 9-Year Anniversary!!!

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We went to the Verizon store today because it is time for an upgrade. (I'm eligible for a new phone every two years.)  I discovered a new version of the iPhone will be released later this year so the big question is...do I wait about six months for the new version or go ahead and get a new phone of the current version?  Since I already have a crack on the screen, I decided to go ahead and get a phone now.  I hope I don't regret this decision!  I doubt I will though because I'm not a big fan of technology.  I'm documenting this because I want everybody to know how I feel about technology.  Are you ready?  Ok, here it goes...Technology is damaging and will destroy many families.  When I was a child, we only watched the tv at night after all of the work around the house was complete and there was a lot since we had many acres of land.  Anyway, I see people at restaurants staring at their phone which is a missed opportunity to have conversations with your kids or wife.  It breaks my heart to see the lack of communication.  My aunt collected phones during the holidays so the family could spend quality time together and I applaud her for taking a stand on this issue but I can assure you that her grandkids were not excited at all.  Please take my advice and use your technology wisely.  Anyway, Beck and Kinsey had an absolute blast in the store checking out all of the phones on display!
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Happy nine years to us!!!  This is the cake I baked for our anniversary.  I'm looking forward to many, many more years!!!