Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

Out our front door....

The Neighborhood...

Out our back door...

WOWEE! It is a snowstorm to remember! It started snowing at about 11:00 AM this morning, and hasn't stopped all day. It is now 10:30 PM and we have about 14 + inches. We are definetely in a blizzard! Bring it on!!!

Christmas 2010

Molly and Jack

Alivia

Elijah

Sleepy Allie, Sam and Joe (I am loving Sam's hair)

What a great Christmas! We kept it simple this year. It was nice to stay home, open presents, and eat dinner with the Missionaries, and Brother Rowley. We enjoyed the company, played a few games, and enjoyed the day. Christmas eve we went to our first Candlelight Ceremony on base. We loved it! What an awesome way to remember our Savior's birth. That is absolutely a new family tradition. Merry Christmas to you all....and a Happy New Year!!

Baptism and Family

Elijah was baptized on 12/11/10. Grandma Sherie, Aunt Amy, and Emilee came to visit for the big day. It was a wonderful baptism, with family and great friends. Afterwards we went to TGIF's for a great dinner. We are so proud of your example Elijah! You're on a great path!! Keep up the good work!

Happy 8th Birthday Elijah!

I am in shock! How did this happen so fast? How did my baby boy turn 8 years old? He is a light in our lives. He is sweet, happy, and keeps us on our toes! I love you Elijah, and am amazed by you everyday! Happy Birthday!

Markoff's Haunted Forest 2010

The week before Halloween, we headed to Maryland, to see our cousins,

Jennifer, Jill, Jessica, John, and Jayne.

We left Friday and spent the night in a hotel,

with a swimming pool...Saturday, the REAL fun began!

Alivia and Elijah enjoying the pool.

Markoff's Haunted Forest

John and Joseph "Jousting"

Joseph and Elijah giving it a go.

I like this picture because it shows Sam sneaking up behind Joe.

Sneaky, sneaky, sneaky.

After checking out the forest, Jennifer took us to "Zip" lining through the forest.

Joe and Sam "gearing" up.

Elijah getting ready to go.

Natalie and Alivia waiting for their turn.

Here they go.....

He is so brave.

Yes, that is me. It was a blast... It went a long ways through the trees.

I thought I was going to hit a few of them.

Scott helping Allie through the forest.

After the fun in the day, we all went to eat, and then came back for the Haunted Forest. I didn't take any pictures, because it was to dark, and they wouldn't have done it justice. We had so much fun, throwing Hatchets, the boys shot a clown with paintballs, went through the haunted bus, and then for the finale, we went through the haunted trails.... I can't even describe how much fun it was. It was fun spending time with cousins, and seeing such an awesome place. Thank you so much Markoff family. We can't wait to go back next year!!

Cub Scouts

Can it be that my baby is a Cub Scout! Yikes! When did this happen? It seems that just yesterday he was a newborn babe. Today he is running around, screaming, and doing what other 8 year old boys are doing! Isn't he handsome?

New York Yankees

Here is the Yankee's newest fan. Elijah has been a bit obsessed with NYC. He has been cutting, New York Yankee's articles out of the paper, to hang in his room. He finally had enough money in his savings account to buy himself a Yankee's Hat. He LOVES it! Go Yanks!

(He likes the Eagles too, if you can't tell)

Happy Birthday Crystal!

Allie and Crystal
Crystal and Her Mom, Audrey. She is the mastermind of the surprise birthday party.
Elijah and April were the DJ's for the party. We all had a great time. Thanks for the invite. Happy Birthday Crystal! You keep us all entertained, with your great personality, and sense of humor. Thanks for being such a great friend.

Welcome Home!!

Scott went away for some training, and when he came home, we had a "Welcome Home" cupcake party. We really missed you and are glad that you're home! We love you! By the way, the cupcake with the coconut, in the front row, was absolutely AWESOME!!

Try This!!

This is Elijah's newest talent. He is always moving. He has started doing cartwheels, roundoffs, and this. It is really hard. You should try it!

"WICKED"

Scott and I took Allie and Alivia to the Broadway play "Wicked". We got there early, so we walked around and did some sight seeing.

As we were walking around, we came upon the Brill Building.

So we HAD to take a picture, or two.

We all totally enjoyed the play. It was amazing!

We Love NEW YORK CITY!!!

Florida Fun!!

This last weekend I got to fly to Ft Lauderdale, Florida to visit Amy, John, Emilee and Tyler. Tyler is getting ready to go on a mission to Independence, MO. My Mom and my nephew, Jaxon, were also there. We had so much fun. After the temple in Orlando, we went to Downtown Disney and did some shopping and hanging out. It was nice to see everyone, and get caught up. Jaxon leaves for his mission next month to Albania. It was great to see these two sweet boys, ready to take on the world. I am so proud of them and the choices they have made in their lives. We will all miss you!

Their last chance to kiss a pretty girl, for two years.

Handsome Young Men

Family Time!!

Scouts!

Congrats to Sam and Joe for the advancements in Scouts! We are so proud of you both! You'll be Eagles before you know it!!

Traditional First Day of School Photo

They are so good at this pose. I think we spent a whole 30 seconds taking pictures this morning, because we were running a little late, and we had 5 kids to get to 3 different schools. It was a bit chaotic, but we survived and everyone had a great day. Yeah school!!

Family, Friends, Sand and FREEZING Ocean!

We are definitely hooked! It is so much fun to go early in the day, spend all day playing in the water and sitting in the sand, and then hitting the boardwalk. We have to go one more time before it gets to cold, although I have heard it is amazing to go to the beach while it's snowing! We'll have to try that!!!

My Protectors

Sam and Elijah went hunting for the hornet that was flying in our house...need I say more?