MEMORIES

Okay I'm gonna give this one a whirl!!

1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, if it is recent or years old, silly or serious--anything you remember!

2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty funny to see the responses. If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you.

Take a stroll down memory lane.... Lets Hear Them!!

4 ALREADY !?!

Well Silas celebrated his 4th birthday on the 23rd. He has been dying to turn 4 since his friend Cole did in March. Well it finally happened! I just cannot believe that my little boy is growing up so stinking fast. He will be starting school next year- crazy!!! It seems like just yesterday he was a tiny little thing and now he is such a big boy! He is always full of energy but will pause just to tell you he loves you or give you some loves. He is the best big brother and loves his sister to death. He is the greatest helper- always wanting to do something with you or for you. I am so grateful that I have him in our lives! Sam and I can't wait to see what this next year brings.
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Visitors

My Mom and StepDad came up and visited us for 10 days. It was nice to have them here. We had a good time with them. I know they had a good time too. Lyle was able to go out fishing with Sam. They caught 6,000 pounds that day- Lyle really enjoyed telling that to people back home. The kids were great! I thought they would act shy or be hesitant at first, but they weren't at all. It was kind of cool. We were sad to see them leave but we look forward to their trip up here next year. Here are just a couple shots we took while they were here.

Birthday Party

As usual, I am not right on top of things in the blogging world. My life seems so crazy every day and then by the end of each day I wonder what in the world I got accomplished. Anyways we had Si's 4th birthday party on July 19th. He wanted a skateboard party at the beach! Well since the beaches are so crazy this time of year we had it at a park in Kenai. But we stuck with the skateboard theme. At first I didn't think that I would be able to come up with anything with that theme- but sure enough, I did and it all turned out good!

Thankfully, it was a somewhat sunny day which was a very good thing! He had a lot of friends come and they had a bunch of fun. Thanks again to all who came and for all the great fun stuff he got!

Busy July

I just thought I would just speak my mind a little today. Our weather hasn't really wanted to cooperate- so we haven't had much outside days, which really bites. It is making our summer go by that much faster. Our summer has been crazy busy this year, which is also making it go by faster. July has been unreal. Sam started fishing June 30th and has been doing very well. He spends most his off days working on the boat- so he has been very busy. Silas is absolutely loving the extra time with his Daddy. He gets to go work with Daddy most days. Brooklyn and I have done a lot of stuff around the house. We don't get to see Daddy much this time of year- so that kind of sucks.
Our friend from AZ, Marchell and his wife came up and stayed with us for a few days. We had fun with them. It was good to finally have some friends come and visit. We are preparing for my Mom and StepDad to come up here on Monday. They haven't seen our house in it's DONE condition- so I am excited for them to come visit.
Silas is going to be turning 4 on the 23rd, we are having his party on the 19th. He is so excited that it is finally here. He has been asking very often if today is his birthday- I guess that is what I get for starting to plan so far in advance.
Well I guess I don't really have much else to say. Just a bit lonely today I guess. I hope everyone is having a good summer. I will post probably after Si's party. Happy Summer to all!

Pampered Chef Party

I am having a Pampered Chef party Tuesday July 8th. These parties are now virtual as well. For anyone wanting to check out the products (they have awesome gadgets) and/or place an order can do so online. Just visit www.pamperedchef.biz/elainekellum. Make sure to input my name(Jamie Larsen)as the host. Your products are shipped right to you!! I hope you all can find something you like. Thanks to all who participate in this virtual party. Thanks a bunch!

Happy Father's Day!

I just wanted to send out a Happy Father's Day wish for all the Dad's, StepDad's,
Grandpa's and whoever else needs the wish. I would like to show my
appreciation to three great men in our family's lives.

First, my husband- Babe, you are such an awesome Dad and husband. You never give yourself the credit that you deserve. Si and Brooke absolutely adore you and every second that they get to spend with you. You sacrifice so much and work so hard for us, I will never be able to show how much that means to me. We have had a long time together and I have absolutely loved it. You make me laugh like no one else can- and I adore that about you! You are a great example- I will never forget the first time I asked Si what he wanted to be when he grew up and he said "My Daddy" ! I just hope that you have as much fun with us as we do with you! We are so grateful for the Dad/husband that you are. We love you lots! Happy Father's Day!

Second, Sam's Dad- Thank you Dad for all the love and support that you have given to us. We have some really great memories with you! You truly did a great job with the Dad thing- because Sam is a pretty good one. Keep it up> one more to go! haha! Sam still looks up to you and respects you and the values that you taught him. We wish we were closer so we could all spend more time with ya. The kiddos have really enjoyed going to Gpa Ken's. And I could definately tell that you really had fun with them. We hope that you have a great Father's Day! Can't wait to see you again! We love and miss you so much!

And last but not least, My Dad- It is crazy to think that he has been gone for 5 1/2 years. I still think about him quite a bit. Usually when I am having those precious moments with my kids, I just wish that they could have known him. He was a really great guy! Skilled in so many different areas. He sacrificed more than I ever knew for our family, especially during my last 2 years of high school. But I am so thankful for that time (here I go getting all pouty)- I loved looking in the stands at every one of my softball and volleyball games and seeing him there. I took it for granted at the time but now I look back and I truly cherish that and will never forget it. I could go on for many many paragraphs but I will keep the rest for myself I am so grateful to have had such an amazing and humble man to call my Dad! I truly love and miss him! Happy Father's Day!

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!!!