TO BE CONTINUED......

2009-05-25T10:29:00.000-07:00

Now that we're a family of 4 my blog address seems a little outdated.
SO... we hope you'll join us at:

abbyandtony.blogspot.com

Thanks!

pinnacle wife

2009-05-21T22:32:00.000-07:00

Here's a little peek at what Tony does everyday. He is very fortunate to manage such a great and successful office. If youre trying to play 'wheres waldo' slash Tony, he's the cute one in the middle with a blue shirt on!

A little RAH RAH RAH!

My son just about ready to get stomped on by 30+ guys. He loves hearing dads cheer in the morning

This precious package is how Tony is incentivised every time he hits a certain level. Last week he opened up a TOMTOM GPS, Lacoste cologne and cuff links. I love to help do whatever it takes to keep him working so its been fun to shop for prizes along the way.

With a new job comes new business cards. I should have hid them from Jackson. I got to play the game "pick up 865" it was just great!!

2009-05-21T22:12:00.000-07:00

Here's the pump up cheer that they SCREAM every morning...whatever works right!! (our neighbors cant wait for us to leave) :)

we {heart} care packages

2009-05-19T10:51:00.000-07:00

Nothings better than receiving an unexpected package in the mail full of Jacksons favorites, everything CARS!

decorative CARS packaging- check
lightning mcqueen car- check
mcqueen ball- check
sally pez machine - check
extra pez candy- check
CARS puzzle- check
candy to eat while doing puzzle- check
nice letter from grandma- check
and,beautiful dress for kensington- check

Thanks for the great gift gram and grandps!

2009-05-17T09:27:00.000-07:00

When the Boston Red Sox come to town we drop everything we're doing and hit up a MLB game for a great time!

girl power

2009-05-14T11:46:00.000-07:00

I've been putting Kensi in ponytails and burettes lately, so this morning I decided to put one of her larger bows on her head. I also threw on a headband to pull my bangs back so I could get some cleaning done. I was in my room making the bed, picking things up off the ground and straightening the stuff on the dresser and decided to go out and check on the kiddos in the family room. Jackson had gone into Kensi's room and grabbed one of her headbands and was now playing with her on the ground. Poor guy is stuck with girls all day that I think we're rubbing off a little on him! I had to snap a picture of this moment, we all wore headbands the rest of the morning.

7 months

2009-05-12T14:25:00.000-07:00

Ive been wanting to post a picture that shows her two bottom front teeth, the far right picture you can see them a little in her smile. Kensington has been such a wonderful baby and now it just seems like she is so grown up. I am loving the stage she is in right now. Next up, crawling! crazy.

My tip for you

2009-05-11T20:27:00.000-07:00

If youre in a hurry and know that you'll be doing fast food for lunch let me suggest... the CHILI from Wendys. (it is made fresh everynight) It is on the $ dollar $ menu and is so delic! Not to add, it is only 190 calories! My sister in law Hayley told me about this when we were in Boston and I have been getting it ever since. Its a much healthier choice compared to their hamburger and fries that are usually around 700 calories.

2009-05-09T09:26:00.000-07:00

Its been raining the last few days (surprised?)so I brought home some (4) goldfish for Jackson to admire. He was in heaven, he's been watching Finding Nemo almost daily so I think he thinks Nemo lives at the Hyde casa now. Its so fun to see the excitement in your childrens eyes.

Flashback FRIDAY

2009-05-08T21:07:00.000-07:00

Jackson with his great grandparents on his blessing day.

Say it with TOAST

2009-05-07T14:31:00.001-07:00

What better way to tell your spouse you love them as there leaving for work in the morning than with a slice of toast. Love it.

A day at the races

2009-05-04T16:58:00.000-07:00

Ive been a member of the Hyde Family for over 4 years now and I am just now experiencing my first time at the RACE TRACKS. Ive always liked horses, and I even took a horse back riding class in college but I guess you could say that Im more of a "city girl." I would much rather be dressed up, go out on the town, or add a pair of high heels/purse to my collection aka go shopping.
Now that the track is a full time job for Rod it seems Ive gotten a little more excited about it. We love the Hyde ranch full of over 80 horses and the 100 acres would be a dream to live on like they do. This weekend we went to EMERALD DOWNS where we SCREAMED and SHOUTED for our horse to run as fast as he could to the finish line!! I told Rod after I felt a little anxiety because you have no idea the result of the race. It was such a great time to be there, to support Rod especially, and understand his GREAT love for horses.
Tony is extemely allergic to horses and as soon as we got home he had to jump in the shower because he had "horse" on him from touching his dad. I always laugh, although his eyes irritate and his skin itches he plays tuff just so he can spend time around horses, the ranch, the barn, his dad, and the outdoors.
I think that soon ill be adding COWBOY BOOTS to my collection!

2009-05-04T16:38:00.000-07:00

(click on picture to enlarge)

2009-05-01T10:47:00.000-07:00

These TWO blessings in our life have brought us so much joy. I am so grateful that I can stay home with them all day and I try not to take a day for granted.

They are becoming friends and Kensington is completely entertained by her big brother all day long.

2009-04-29T13:20:00.000-07:00

We'll be occupied for the night getting LOST....

2009-04-27T11:41:00.000-07:00

Before we left Idaho Jackson had to say bye to the puppies on the ranch. They were just getting big enough to take outside. He had so much fun with them. I cant believe they put up with his craziness!

Grandma and Jackson giving "loves"

Flashback FRIDAY

2009-04-24T19:30:00.000-07:00

2009-04-21T14:28:00.000-07:00

Spring is here and arent these tulips fields BEA-U-TIFUL!! I will be visiting them soon. It was my #1 thing to do here in WA :)

2009-04-20T10:23:00.000-07:00

Weekends are our favorite time here at the Hyde house. Tony has time off work and we make sure the calendar is planned. We went to the fair! We bought lots of tickets, got in our first line and found out Jacksons was 2 inches too short. (for every ride) He was totally sad, but Tony made it up to him by playing almost every game and winning lots of obnoxious prizes!! We loved the petting zoo, the food, and entertainment. Kensinton had lots of friends in the stroller with her by the end of the night!

Sitting in the fire truck.

2009-04-20T10:21:00.000-07:00

chowing down

2009-04-17T18:01:00.000-07:00

You'll notice if I wait long enough she tries to feed herself. she reminds me quite alot of how Jackson acted when he had cereal, wide open mouth and very expressive!

Easter flew by

2009-04-16T12:48:00.000-07:00

Easter came and went too fast this year. I even forgot to take pictures of my kiddos in their Sunday attire. Jackson thought the easter eggs were pretty neat, he liked the treats inside even more. We didnt even attempt teaching him about the bunny but maybe next year. It was his first time in nursery at our new ward. When I went to pick him up the leader said "he has a few scrathes on his face, sorry we're a littly rowdy around here." I thought it was a little strange. Well, its been four days and you can still see his scratches so I think we will wait and take our delayed Easter pics in a couple weeks..and I think I will be spending a lot more time in nursery to figure out who the bully is.
Below are a few photos of another Snarr shindig to celebrate! It was fun.

Im pretty proud of Jacksons green Monsters Inc egg. The Snarrs are a little funny about creativity but I think we did a pretty good job.

Ever had a easter basket on wheels? We had only been in WA for about 48 hours so this is what the easter bunny aka me came up with.

My sister spent her Easter on the Sea of Galilee. Isnt she beautiful. She loves taking extreme photos, I think this one of her TOPS them all!

My life for the next 5 months....

2009-04-11T20:08:00.000-07:00

For those of you who follow my blog (thanks mom) know that every summer our family moves for Tonys job. I always try to jump in with both feet hoping to have a great experience. We cram every important item into our tiny altima and hit the pavement to a new state. Its hard packing light(just a few outfits each) but it makes laundry and cleaning so much easier. Summer time is always fun and I spend the majority of time with my kids. Well, by the pictures you can tell that we moved to SEATTLE!! I am very excited about this... I must say it beats Fresno anyday. So here's to the next 5 months! p.s. come visit.

A new tradition for us is the Lavender Sour!

This sign made us miss "our" very own RHC that we love so much.

A (HUGE) shout out to the Hill Family! We sure wish you were still here.

2009-04-06T14:01:00.000-07:00

Her new look for spring, Baby Barrettes!

2009-04-05T22:16:00.000-07:00

Kensington is 6 months old. She is such a doll!

On Thursday she woke up with her first 2 teeth.

Jackson is 2

2009-04-01T22:04:00.000-07:00

We celebrated Jacksons birthday again this year in Utah with my family. He had lots of fun presents to open, yummy cake and ice cream, and great company. He loves the movie CARS and just about every present had to do with that. His face reactions were so fun this year and he was able to open the presents on his own.

My mom and I are the proud decoraters of his CAR cake!

Annie and Jackson

His new shoes from gram and gramp!

family photo! minus a few...

Happy Birthday Sis-

2009-03-29T17:32:00.000-07:00

I know you're busy traveling the world, and Im not sure when Ill see you next, BUT I want you to know that we thought about you TODAY on YOUR BIRTHDAY!! We ate lots of cafe rio, mangos, pita chips,listened to crazy music, shopped at Anthropology, froze our feet, ate edamame, organized our room and re-organized it, watched 'What Lies Beneath' , cleaned out moms jewelry box, sent 3000 text messages, plucked our eyebrows, and stayed up way late!

Im so happy youre having such amazing experiences that you will remember FOREVER!

ALthough we're miles apart you're in my thoughts and Im counting the days till I see you. You are the best sister I could ever ask for and I am so grateful for you!! I love you so much.

Flashback Friday

2009-03-27T20:14:00.000-07:00

This picture was taken 4 years ago in NY. I miss this place.

2009-03-25T15:41:00.000-07:00

OUT WITH THE OLD...

AND IN WITH THE NEW!!

We painted our bed, the back wall green, new window covers, bedding, and accessories! Our master was in need of a facelift!

What have the Hydes been up to ??

2009-03-20T20:24:00.000-07:00

Its been a great two weeks. We have spent most of the time in Utah visiting family/Tony doing work. My parents have been nice enough to lets us stay (and invade) their home. My kids have had lots of quality time with their Grandma!!

Lunch with my favorite person ever : Miss Sara Hall

A girls day- with shopping-eating-lots of catching up-kids photo shoot! We sure missed Ali and Brit.

LOTS and LOTS of cousin time. Jackson loves being around other kids so it has been so fun seeing Annabelle.

Tony has spent the last week in Arizona at Baseball Spring Training with the Snarr boys. It has been 90 degrees. They have seen the Angels, Diamond Backs, Giants, Cubs and Dodgers.

I'm on the Enrichment Committee, so this month I was busy with the RS Birthday Party... decorating the centerpieces with different party themes.

Jackson and I went on a date to Disney On Ice. It was a great time, with great seats (front row of course) and so fun to see Jacksons excitement!

Watching LOTS and LOTS of Basketball. Jackson sat front row!! We cheered on Vallivue and JJ.

So lots of pictures, I know, but this is the easiest way to give my sister Ali and update. We cant wait till you are back in the country!

cousins

2009-03-17T21:45:00.000-07:00

Kensington and Titus Hyde

(Titus is the son of Justin and Becca Hyde)

2009-03-15T19:09:00.000-07:00

It was a beautiful Sunday today. We thought we would take the grandkids all for a walk. The sunset was nice and so was the company!

I love this picture of my brother. It is totally his personality, trying to see how fast his daughter can go down the hill.

2009-03-12T16:39:00.000-07:00

We're all under the weather at the moment. Its been a tuff few days with lots of diapers, throw up, stomach aches, etc. Nurse Syd has been helping with medicine and soothing the two kids. Uncle Spencer was so nice to take Jackson for the whole day to give me a bit of relief and some time to catch up on sleep. It is so great to know that I can always depend on family.

THE CHAIR

2009-03-06T10:41:00.000-08:00

I feel like my personal worth is put on the line every time I go to the dentist. I sit in the chair and they take out that little mirror and metal hook and check each tooth individually and with each tooth I hope with all of my might that they won't find a cavity. Thoughts start swirling through my head. Did I brush enough? Why don't I floss more? Did that tooth hurt when she touched it? Now that I think about it, they were kind of sensitive to candy the other day. I hope I don't have anything in my nose....Then the cleaning really gets going. Mid-cleaning, my nose starts to itch. It always does when I can't itch it. I try to do the Bewitched nose wiggle, but it's still itching. Think of something else....Finally, the dentist comes in to do the final check and those 10 seconds seem to last 10 minutes. I wish he would have said, "Looks good. Thanks for coming in." But instead he says, "Looks like we have 2 cavaties today." Oh darn, $$$ you werent expecting to put out going towards TEETH. But, I love the clean feel in your mouth after you've been to the dentist.

2009-03-06T10:29:00.000-08:00

I went 15 DAYS straight.

And then last night I pooped out...
on top of that, I ate 5 girl scout cookies.

Today I started ALL OVER, back to day 1

My goal: run on the treadmill 20 days in a ROW.
Lets see if I can reach my goal this time.

2009-03-05T15:06:00.000-08:00

So here's our families 3 latest photos. Grams dog had 9 puppies that we are very excited about. Gram taught jackson how to say, "puppies" it includes a lot of spit coming out of his mouth when he pronounces the letter P.
The pic of Jackson and Tony is on our 4th wedding anniversary. We took our kids to the park... so romantic right! Dont worry, the day got better.
And Kensington and I, my sweet doll. She is one beautiful girl and I love it!

2009-03-01T22:16:00.000-08:00

Tony learned the hard way of what happens

when you toss your daughter in the air

right after she's been fed....

Im SOOO glad I got a picture of him

before he spit up everything that

landed in his mouth.

Thanks hun for a HILARIOUS memory!

2009-02-28T13:52:00.000-08:00

Its not like me to go two weeks without blogging.... but when my life gets busy its the first thing that I have to cut back on to give myself more time. This week has been really nice. My children are doing so well together, when I first had Kensington everyone warned me that it would be hard having two under the age of 2. It has been a lot better then I expected and I really feel like Jackson loves his little sister. He wants to be around her all the time, is learning to share (thats a big deal cause he loves 'HIS' cars) and every morning the first thing he does is go and find his sis.
A thing I did differently this week is I made dinner every night from a recipe. It was really fun, Im sure it saved me money, and we honestly loved the variety. I went to the grocery store on Monday with a list (which I never do) and had all my meals planned out.
I am loving the time that Tony and I spend with our children everyday. They make me happy and help me feel like I have a purpose. Im so lucky that Tony has been around everyday to watch the two of them grow.

A Fabulous FUN Filled Day !!

2009-02-15T22:38:00.000-08:00

My day started at 7 AM

It went perfectly.

Tony took me to this beautiful spa...

where I spent the next 4 hours.

steaming bubble bath

full body massage

relaxation in the sauna

skin treatments

exfoliating facial

I came home to 24 beautiful ROSES
And this darling/creative assortment of balloons

23 balloons with 23 reasons why he loved me.

On my 23rd BIRTHDAY!

He read them all to me.

It made me cry.

We then got ready and he took me to my fav...

CHEESECAKE FACTORY

where I ordered delic Lettuce Wraps!

(I get them everytime)

We went for dessert at Baskin Robbins

with our friends Dave and Heidi Perry

And watched Boise State stomp all over Utah State

Thanks Tony for a great HEART day and Birthday.

I felt so special.

Her VaLeNtiNe Photos.

2009-02-14T13:00:00.000-08:00

I LOVE having a special occasion where

she can wear PINK and her TU-Tu

all day long !

2009-02-06T15:12:00.000-08:00

Doing TWO things at once isnt that hard.

Ive been using my treadmill alot lately,

and since my endurance/speed isnt at its

peak yet... I've been speed walking.

And READING at the same time.

This week I finished my first book.

A HEART LIKE HIS. And now I will

recommend it to all of you!

{DELIC}

2009-02-05T10:56:00.001-08:00

I made this yummy treat last night for my

V.T. sisters and to have around the house.

They're YUMMY!!

1cup sugar

1cup karo syrup

3/4 cup butter

-bring all three to a boil.

add 7-8 cups rice crispies

mix well.

spread across a 9x13 pan

topping:

1 bag chocolate chips

1 bag butterscotch chips

melt in microwave (slowly)

spread across top of rice crispies

wait 1 hour to cool down and slice

snow day

2009-02-02T08:48:00.000-08:00

We had a fun snow day with our

COUSINS up in Heber.

It was a beautiful day, and the kids

loved being outside (while the adults got to spend

time together!) Thanks Ash and Mike!

2009-01-28T16:04:00.000-08:00

She woke up happy today!

BACHELOR PARTY

2009-01-26T00:19:00.000-08:00

The Snarr boys celebrated at the Jazz vs. Celtics game in Boston for my brothers bachelor party. They went plenty early to watch practice and get a few autographs. Tony loved sitting on the 5th row too... thanks dad for the tickets!!

Snarr Family Vacation

2009-01-25T23:34:00.000-08:00

These pictures are from a GREAT trip that we took last month with my family to BOSTON. We had the best time and it was so fun to spend a week together. Everyday was so busy with fun things to do. Fenway Park/Freedom Trail/shopping/Jazz+Celtics game/wedding/sight seeing were just a few of the things we did. There are 14 of us now so traveling all together was quite the experience. Lots of hours were spent in the car telling Chuck Norris jokes or teasing Dawn about her great Verizon service :) I'm so glad we were able to take a trip together!

BOSTON MARKET

FOLLOWING THE RED LINE ALL ACROSS TOWN

GIRLS

INSIDE THE MARRIOTT HOTEL LOBBY

KENSINGTONS FIRST PLANE RIDE

BROWN UNIVERSITY

JAX IN A BASEBALL MIT

2009-01-23T15:32:00.000-08:00

Daddy made Jackson a space ship. It turned out pretty ghetto but Jackson thought it was the coolest thing ever. He has been playing in it constantly for two days.

Yesterday I found him asleep inside with his cars. I guess he was worn out from playing so much!

our most recent family photos

2009-01-22T12:02:00.000-08:00

Our families keep GROWING!!

A Wedding Celebration to Remember

2009-01-19T22:57:00.000-08:00

SNARR GIRLS

MY HUSBAND CAN MOVE!!

BOSTON TEMPLE

CONGRATULATIONS
BEN AND BRIT SNARR

BRING IN THE NEW YEAR

2009-01-17T13:29:00.000-08:00

2009 is here and I'm ready for NEW GOALS!! Well, I'll be the first to admit that one of my goals for 2009 is to exercise more/lose 10 pounds. The 2nd baby has hit my body a little differently and this time Ill have to work to get the weight off.
So with my new goal of dropping some pounds I had to think of pros/cons of how this is going to happen.

--we could get a one year family gym pass which is lots of $$$ and half of it would be wasted when we go out for the summer. Plus I hate how you have to feel cute if you are going to the gym.

--I could run outside and push the stroller, but it is still freezing. I cant wait till spring for the temp to change

--I could buy lots of diet foods but that even gets sick after 2 weeks. I cant drink slim fast for too long.

--my beach Body dvds are getting annoying, and Tony's POWER90X dvds are way to grueling.

SO I BOUGHT THIS :

Here's to 2009 and to staying FIT!! I can still attend to my children and work out on MY own time. This bad boy gets up to 12mph , generates your daily workouts, folds up, power incline, and EVEN has an IPOD dock with speakers so I can jam to my music.

Good luck to everyone who is shedding the weight!!

2009-01-14T13:20:00.000-08:00

Hey LADIES!!!! I am so excited about this.... SHADE CLOTHING has come out with {MENS} shirts. They come in lots of colors... and only $19.50!! So if youre sick of seeing cracks and garments in the back of your mans jeans than this is the product to BUY!! (order online)

2009-01-07T21:17:00.000-08:00

Its been a while since I've posted about Kensington.

She is now 3 months old and is getting cuter and cuter everyday!

Here is a clip with her and her daddy giggling and totally holding up her head.

2009-01-07T20:57:00.000-08:00

Need a new idea for a FHE game?? It's called PIT and is a HUGE hit!!

2009-01-03T21:46:00.000-08:00

Here's a peek at Regge's wedding!

December 20 2008

The party never ends...

2009-01-01T19:56:00.000-08:00

This was the last of our themed nights and we ended with a great one!! Drew and Andrea fed us some delic food and Tony surprised everyone and pulled out the sumo suits that he rented! Our "asain night" was great and we are so glad we could spend the holidays with family.

KENSI'S DAY

2008-12-29T11:18:00.000-08:00

On Christmas Eve Tony blessed our daughter

in our home with our family.

It was a wonderful blessing, and many of Tonys

brothers and father joined him in the circle.

Kensington cooperated very well too!

Her beautiful dress was given to her by grandma Syd.

PART 2

2008-12-25T17:25:00.000-08:00

We are having too much fun with our "themed nights!!" Tonight we went Mexican style and Grandma served us chips/salsa/guac, tacos, burritos and fried ice cream!

2008-12-23T20:48:00.000-08:00

ALOHA!!! We've had lots of snow lately so we decided to spice it up with a "warm" ISLAND NIGHT!! We played fun music, had hawaiin haystacks, smoothies in our tiki cups, and dressed up for the occasion!!

Bae and Jackson

Playing pictionary
having yummy smoothies

Kensi in her swimwear

our decor

umbrellas and straws too!

trying to guess Christmas Marshallesse words

from Tonys mission

the cute blondies

2008-12-21T15:38:00.000-08:00

My Princess

2008-12-21T15:31:00.000-08:00

We have been very busy the last week with 2 GREAT weddings. Here is a peek at our two brothers with their brides! Plenty more pictures to come if I ever have time.

MR. MOM

2008-12-17T20:36:00.000-08:00

I have to brag....because I honestly have the greatest husband! He truely is such a great father to our children. Ever since Kensington was born he has totally stepped it up (he was great before) and has been so helpful. He cleans the house, does laundry, ALWAYS does the dishes, changes all of Jacksons diapers, and still makes time to be a great husband too. Jackson and Tony have become VERY close and I am so grateful that he is home everyday to play and entertain our busy boy!

Thanks babe for being our #1 dad and husband. Love you boo.

looking forward..

2008-12-12T15:22:00.000-08:00

For my (oldest) brothers wedding!

Im so glad he's found his perfect match!!

2008-12-08T12:50:00.000-08:00

First time meeting Santa... ha, dont they look stoked.

Maybe cause it was at 9am!!

{candy jar}

2008-12-06T10:14:00.000-08:00

I feel like I am always telling Jackson to get off the bar stools. He doesnt listen, he would rather have SUGAR. He has managed to get on ahold of candy whenever he desires.

This candy jar was full at one point!! That little stinker.

2008-11-29T09:16:00.000-08:00

8 WEEKS OLD

2008-11-20T20:28:00.000-08:00

As part of our preparation for the BIG GAME in 48hours between the UTES and the COUGARS, we thought the girls should hang out with Lavell Edwards tonight in hopes that it will bring about some good luck for the team when we go to cheer them on!...

2008-11-19T23:58:00.000-08:00

Its OFFICIAL....Deanne from Bachelorette broke off her engagement. Im not surprised, is anyone?

2008-11-19T23:11:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to my hubby for being state champs in flag football!! Jackson even made the photo! That great trophey (ha) is now at our house. Reg, Justin and JJ are in the pic too.

2008-11-16T14:25:00.000-08:00

Ive fallen behind on my blogging but have a great excuse...
I just finished all my CHRISTMAS decorating and it feels great to be done early!

My 2 MUST haves..

2008-11-09T15:02:00.001-08:00

As a new mother I have learned about 2 items I cant live without. These 2 items were never used with Jackson which now I am realizing was a big mistake.

#1 The GUMDROP binkie. When we were at the hospital last month with Kensi we saw these in the vending machine and knew we would be stocking up before we left. A few hours after Kensi was born I told tony to go and grab as many as he could. He went and they were all gone. We asked the nurses to get more and she told us they only stock up the machine once a week. AAHH! So Tony left the hospital at 4:00 am to go search the grocery stores. We wanted to start kensi on this binkie the first day she was born. A few hours later he found one at Winco. They are pretty ugly so Ive added rinestones to my blue ones and we ordered pink ones online which are so cute.

#2 The MUSLIN blanket. Amazing!!! This is the best blanket to swaddle your baby in because of the light and breathable feel. It is suppossed to keep your baby from overheating when she is all bundled up. It is extra-plush against the babies soft skin but still provides cushiony warmth. Tonys Aunt Kathy hooked me up with a muslin blanket two weeks ago and I have used it every day since.
If you are pregnant (or a new mommy) take my advice and buy both these products! You won't be disappointed.
Have a GREAT day!

A Little Bit Older...

2008-11-09T14:52:00.000-08:00

Mckay turned 16 today!! Yesterday we celebrated his birthday with the family. We asked him what he wanted... all he said was CANDY. So I bought a chocolate cake and decorated the whole thing with gummy worms. He also got a dvd, hat, more candy, some money etc. We had a really fun night. Besides watching football... we turned off all the lights, got candles out and played Murder in the Dark!! It was a riot. Happy Birthday K Dogg!!

2008-11-07T13:21:00.000-08:00

Today was a very special day for the Hyde family. Justin and Becca were sealed in the Boise, Idaho Temple. The ceremony was wonderful and we are so proud of them. Becca is 8months pregnant so this was such an exciting time for them to be sealed before their son is born. We are so happy for them. Congrats. Below are lots and lots of pictures for family (and anyone else) to see that werent there.

Meeting Kensington for the 1st time

2008-11-02T12:23:00.000-08:00

Grandpa

Grandma

Miss Sara Hall

2008-11-02T12:18:00.000-08:00

Our little pumpkin wasnt into

Halloween....

Annabelle was a lady bug.

Jackson a dinasour.

2008-10-30T20:47:00.000-07:00

2008-10-30T20:45:00.000-07:00

Our 1st TRUNK OR TREAT !! We loved loved loved it and had so much fun with Jackson.
There arent any of Kensington but she was a pumpkin. Jackson loved grabbing the candy out of the bowls and wasnt
scared at all of any costumes. When people asked him what he was he RROOOAARRRED!!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

2008-10-30T12:49:00.000-07:00

We had our family photos taken over the

weekend for Christmas cards.

This is my new favorite picture of my

DARLING BOYS!

2008-10-27T17:12:00.000-07:00

2008-10-26T17:15:00.000-07:00

We had a great time at Tony's work banquet over the weekend.
Kensi wore her personalized onesie made by Grandma Snarr

that everybody loved. She was named the "baby mascot"

and looked as cute as ever!

The boys catching $$ bills in the air

Tony receiving his plaque

Great Friends

Bryan-Jake-Tony

The party was hosted at Rice Eccles Stadium in SLC.

Earlier that day Eclipse rented the football field for all the boys to play on.
We arent Ute fans but Tony loved playing for a few hours on the turf.

Jacksons LION hunt

2008-10-23T11:23:00.000-07:00

2008-10-19T20:51:00.000-07:00

We are enjoying the last few days of Fall.

Jackson loves every animal he sees.

These ducks are two minutes from our home.

HAPPY SUNDAY.

2008-10-12T15:06:00.000-07:00

Kensington's first photoshoot

one week old

2008-10-07T16:42:00.000-07:00

We're loving every moment we spend with Kensington.

2008-10-07T16:09:00.000-07:00

Last month we started a very LARGE project. We finished our backyard.....!!!! It was a lot bigger ordeal than I would have ever guessed. After the summer we came home to 5 ft high weeds and knew something needed to be done. So it started....

We picked weeds for 2 days straight...

My family came up from Utah for 3 days and helped put in our sprinkler system... The Hydes were lots of help too.

Lots of dirt and leveling out the ground...

Planting the seed into the ground.... then we watered every day, lots of times per day, patiently waiting for grass to come up from the ground.

This morning TONY mowed our lawn and is very proud of how it looks after one month!! We are so glad that we decided to go with seed, it seems like it has come in very think and even. Now Jackson has a backyard to run around! Thanks Hydes and Snarrs for all your help!

2008-10-04T19:44:00.000-07:00

KENSINGTON HYDE
OCTOBER 3 2008
7 LBS 9 OZ
21 IN
10:52 AM

BROTHER AND SISTER

2008-10-01T12:32:00.001-07:00

We've been trying to stay really busy with Jackson and doing fun things with him before his sister comes. Tony decided to make...the largest.... front yard slide. Ha, Jackson didnt really understand what was going on but it was a riot seeing him slip and slide.

My bag is packed for the hopsital and her first outfit is clean and ready to put on. My mom will be here in less than 24 hours to help me get ready for our important day. Its really starting to feel different now that everything is changing and as we are preparing for this new baby.

2008-09-26T13:49:00.000-07:00

I've had my PINK Kitchen-Aid for over 2 years now and it has never been touched. Well, until a couple days ago. I grabbed my LFO cookbook and found a delicous cookie recipe. I bought my kitchen aid just for looks but have been given a hard time from Tony for the last little while that just because its 'pink and pretty' doesnt mean it cant be put to use. So now i've decided it can be out on my countertop and be used to make goodies!

2008-09-26T13:31:00.000-07:00

From September through October our Friday nights are always spent watching High School Football. Tony's younger brothers are quarterbacks for both JV and Varsity games!! We cheer loud and Jackson loves watching the half time shows/cheerleaders. Grandma keeps him entertained with popcorn and treats too. I think high school sports is honestly what keeps us in Idaho...Tony might just be JJ's "biggest fan."

JJ has lots of girl support...Im sure the family chicks arent the only ones that have their eye on him! :)

2008-09-21T21:56:00.000-07:00

Lexi wasnt too happy with me holding her but I HAD to show off her be-eaut-iful blessing dress. I wish the picture showed the details cause it was gorgous. Her daddy Brian blessed her two weeks ago and we were lucky enough to be in town for the occasion.

2008-09-19T12:29:00.000-07:00

Jackson has loved spending time with Grandmas puppies at the ranch. She started with 10 but they are being sold very quick. They are so cute and Jackson isnt afraid at all. He loves to play in the kennel with them, feed them, and let them jump all over him. There are only 4 left and we will sure miss them when they're gone.

2008-09-16T14:44:00.000-07:00

Ever been up way to late with your family and were a little TOO hyper... glad we had the camera!!

2008-09-11T20:45:00.000-07:00

2008-09-07T11:38:00.000-07:00

HOLLYWOOD here we come !!! (Jackson and Tom Cruise practicing the "no pants" dance)

4 YEARS LATER...

2008-09-06T10:07:00.000-07:00

My brother Spencer and Dawn were married yesterday in The Salt Lake Temple.

It was a beautiful day and Dawn looked gorgous!!

Jackson was a hit in his tuxedo and looked so handsome.

Ali and beautiful Annabelle. She is just 3 months old and the best little baby ever.

SNARR GIRLS!!

It was such a great day and I am so happy that my brother is finally married. They dated for over 4 years so we know Dawn VERY well and are so glad she is FINALLY in the family.

pit stop to SAN FRAN

2008-09-03T20:56:00.000-07:00

Ever seen Full House?? Check out the homes in the background.

Some of my family flew in and we went to a San Francisco Giants game.

Jackson loved the game, the hot dogs, and the fireworks!

All of us!! We watched 2 homeruns and Giants also won!

Hyde street... of course!! We only spent half the day but loved every moment.

PEACE OUT California

2008-08-26T17:20:00.000-07:00

Summer is over for us and we are finally headed back to our darling home that I have missed all summer long.
Im anxious to get back and settled before our daughter gets here. I wont be missing the HEAT of California, the small apartment, having one vehicle, being bored, Tonys long hours, and living out of a suitcase. Tomorrow we hit the road for a long drive to IDAHO!!

2008-08-25T19:14:00.000-07:00

Our greatest treasure calls us momma and dadda now

2008-08-25T18:15:00.000-07:00

Can anyone guess the movie that my Dad and sister are trying to copy? (Ali, you cant guess)

2008-08-22T11:41:00.000-07:00

2008-08-19T18:02:00.000-07:00

Tony and I had pedicures this morning. It is really such a treat!! We like to do this at the end of summer because we've been wearing sandals(or barefoot) for the last 4 months. Even though I have to talk Tony into going I really think that every husband needs some special attention to their feet/heels/toenails every once in awhile. So, go get pampered!