hAlLoWeEn FuN

I decided today to post my Halloween pictures before it's Thanksgiving. :)

This was the first year I haven't had a child go out Trick or Treating. Sad day. (But it was kinda nice not having to deal with the costume dilemma.) It's a good thing we live close to the Madsen family! Holidays are much more fun with kids around. Jeff, Jordan, Caleb, Own and Kendyl came over on Sunday to carve pumpkins with us. They turned out pretty cute, and we had a lot of fun. Paige worked her baking magic and made us some delicious Halloween cupcakes. 

Here are the high lights:

Aren't we a cute bunch? :)

In the car on the way home Kendyl said, "That was a fun party!" 

Yes it was!

{Volleyball} 2011

Volleyball season is over. And what an awesome season it was. Hailey traveled through Wyoming to many new towns and schools. Here are some high-lights:

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 Pink Out 2011
The team sponsored a fundraiser for breast cancer and raised over $400 to be used in the community.

Shay, Jordee, Hailey, Lexi

A little chat with coach Taylor.

Nathan Elliot came to show his support. ;)


The Lady Braves finished the season 1st place in the conference and headed to the Regional Tournament in Lander, Wyoming.

Regional Tournament
Lander, Wyoming

The team played 4 games and won 3, finishing the Regional Tournament in 3rd place and secured a spot at the State Volleyball Tournament.

The girls having fun together after the tournament.

Hailey and Mackenzie

And Paige

State Volleyball Tournament
Casper, Wyoming

Once again, the Lady Braves played 4 games, won 3, and finished the tournament in 3rd place. 
 

The stating line-up is announced.

Warm-ups.

Bringing home the 3rd place trophy. 

The team and the crazy bus driver Blair.

Hailey, Bailey, Lexi, and Jamie.

Grandpa and Grandma Jones drove from Idaho to Casper for the tournament. Grandpa continues to be her favorite fan, he just gets to watch fewer games than he would like. Having them there with us for the tournament was a lot of fun.

It was a great season.
We love you Hailey.
You are our favorite Lady Brave. :)

11-11-11

Eleven Things I Am Thankful For

1. Picture texts of Brittin.

2. My warm and lovely home.

3. No school Fridays.

4. Sleeping in.

5. My friend Kathy. (I really miss her.)

6. Really soft sheets.

7. Slippers.

8. Computers.

9. Dates with Jeff.

10. A convenient grocery store.

11. Veterans who have served, and now serve our country.