BrOwN fAmiLY

Summer pics cont.

2011-10-09T13:14:00.000-07:00

McKinley's 1st time climbing the wall at Trafalga

Treagan waiting for the day he can ride the frog hopper at Trafalga

Summer Craziness

2011-10-09T13:10:00.000-07:00

This Summer we bought a zoo pass....and have been afew times since. The kids love the zoo. Also here is another picture from McKinley's dance recital and a picture from the Eagle Mountain rodeo

Treagan lookin all handsome

McKinley just being her crazy self (that I love)

Me and my two close friends formed a charity that benefits people in Eagle Mountain. It is called the Cupcake Charity. This is us at the rodeo selling cupcakes!

Do we measure up???

McKinley's Preschool graduation

2011-10-09T13:05:00.000-07:00

This past year McKinley was in Little Foot preschool. She loved going to school and being with all of her friends.. This was their graduations. I think Mckinley is just so adorable!

Oh so cute!

Treagan playing with Grammy's glasses

Mckinley was so excited her Grammy came she had to get up and wave.

McKinley and her friends.

Dance Recitals

2011-10-09T12:59:00.000-07:00

Mckinley was in two dance recitals this summer. She always shines! We just love watching her strut her stuff up on the stage.

Munckin

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Treagan all grown up

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Easter

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Searching for eggs

Treagan's first egg hunt he could actually do himself

blowing bubbles she got from Grammy

Easter Baskets

On Saturday we headed over to my moms for Easter celebrations. We played games that the adults almost enjoyed as much as the kids. I didn't have my camera so no pics. Hopefully I can get some from my sisters camera! On Sunday we headed over to the Brown's for Spencer's Farewell. What a great way to remember our Savior Jesus Christ and his Resurrection.

Grammy's Birthday

2011-06-06T15:31:00.000-07:00

This year for Grammy's birthday we headed over to Texas Roadhouse. It was fun and the food was delicious! Even if the rolls are 300 calories a piece! I was so happy that Tiffany was able to be in town for the celebration. I didn't get pictures of my mom on the saddle because they came right when McKinley had to go to the bathroom. The life of a mom...right?

Conference Weekend

2011-06-06T15:23:00.000-07:00

Treagan spilled cereal all over the floor then sat in the middle of it and ate it!

Chillin on the bed since that's was the only TV up and running in the house

I just love conference. I always feel so rejuvenated after watching and listening to these wonderful men and women. This year on Sunday afternoon we headed over to Oliver's parents house.

St. Patty's Day

2011-06-06T15:18:00.000-07:00

Oh how I love Green. We had a great St. Patrick's day. McKinley had preschool and dance (hence the 2 outfits!).

Mutual Dell

2011-06-06T15:01:00.000-07:00

Brookie

Cameron and Tanner

James

games all around

Laura and Tanner

McKinley and Dillon

So in March my neighbors decided to have a neighborhood party at Mutual Dell. We played board games, the kinect, went sledding, and ate lots of yummy food. It was so much and I really hope we do it again next year.

Planet Pizza again

2011-06-06T14:52:00.000-07:00

The ice cream contest

me and Nic

me and my hubby!

Treagan Loved this little car ride...He was smiling and making car noises the whole time

McKinley

So, it seems my family cannot get enough of Planet Play. This time we went with some friends of ours and Uncle Nic. We had a great time dancing, eating, playing games, and entering the different contests they had!

Random Pictures from March...

2011-06-06T14:42:00.001-07:00

Chan, Tiff, and me

mom, Chan, and Tiff

Little McKinley

Treagan Bug

McKinley loves oranges so I decided to teach her the good ole' orange mouth!

A little late I know, but here are some pictures from March- The play area at the mall and home.

Disneyland!

2011-03-20T18:17:00.000-07:00

Oh how I love Disneyland. My husband is not as fond of Disneyland as I am. I feel like I need to visit Disneyland at least once a year and I think I am embedding the love for Disneyland into my Daughter. She was so excited when we told her we were going with Grammy. I will have to admit that it was a little cold for Disneyland this time of year. I guess when I think of Disneyland I think of short sleeve shirts, capris, and flip flops - NOT pants, umbrellas, and coats. The first afternoon we got to Disneyland the rain started and it came down hard. It drenched all of our things and strollers. We held it out for a couple of hours, but decided to turn in early. The second day it didn't rain any, but it was still cold. We ended up spending all of day two in California adventure and can I just say that I LOVE the screamer. I went twice and sat in the front and LOVE IT! By the end of day two Treagan was super sick and so again Oliver and I had to turn in early. I was bummed because I love Disneyland so much. Also, Oliver's foot was still broken so he was in a wheel chair....lets just say we will never go to Disneyland again if Oliver's foot is broken. We still had a great time and will be planning another trip soon I'm sure (when it is warm).

Planet Play

2011-03-11T11:26:00.000-08:00

Last Saturday we went to Planet Play with our good friends. This is our second time going and we absolutely love it. McKinley was so excited this time because there was a face painter. I love her little butterfly! Treagan was also bigger this time so he could do a few of the things. He loved the little turtle that rocked back and forth. My favorite activity was the miniature bowling. I am sure we will be back again soon.

Decorating Valentine cookies

2011-03-11T11:14:00.000-08:00

I love decorating sugar cookies. So for valentines we decided to bake some sugar cookies, decorate them, and take them to our neighbors. The only bad thing is that I love to eat them too. I think I always eat a plateful by myself. What can I say I love to bake them and I love to eat them! This year I let McKinley help me with the whole process. She is a natural....you should have seen the dough she rolled out. We even got Oliver to help us decorate and do ALL the clean up!

McKinley concentrating hard on frosting a cookie

Oliver making some hot lips

LOVE THEM!!!

Broken Toe

2011-03-11T11:07:00.000-08:00

Oliver broke his toe playing church ball.....It took me almost 5 days to convince him to go in and have it checked. Not only was it broken, but he also had to have to pins put in. No more church ball for him!

Oliver's nasty toe!

Getting ready for his surgery

Pictures of McKinley

2011-03-10T09:55:00.000-08:00

McKinley and her friend Shantel had a lot of fun building a snowman.

ORANGE smile!

argh matey

Pictures of Treagan

2011-03-10T09:52:00.000-08:00

Treagan's first ice cream cone!

This is how Treagan loves to sleep...folded in half. I cannot tell you how many morning I go in and find him like this. Looks uncomfotable to me!

Family Birthday Party!

2011-03-10T09:46:00.000-08:00

The saturday after Treagan's birthday we had a little party to celebrate. We almost had to cancel because Treagan was so sick. That is why he looks a little out of it in a few pictures. He was a real trooper even though he would not eat his cake. It was a good thing we had done a party a few nights before! I love this little guy!!!

Treagan Turns 1

2011-03-10T09:37:00.000-08:00

My little man turned one on January 18th. Look how adorable he is. I always say this but I truly cannot believe how fast it has gone. He has grown so much. I feel so blessed each day that he is a part of our family. He is just so loveable and quite a little character (as you can see in the pictures). I think he is going to be a little class clown!

Happy New Years

2011-03-10T09:27:00.000-08:00

Christmas Morning!

2011-03-10T09:25:00.000-08:00

Better late than never.....Here is Christmas morning!

Christmas Eve

2011-01-14T09:03:00.000-08:00

Every Year since I have been married we have spent Christmas Eve with Oliver's family. We have a nice dinner, read the Christmas story, sing carols, and exchange a five dollar white elephant gift. I really love the night. It is great being with family and remembering the true meaning of Christmas.

Treagan scoping out the presents

Being silly for the camera

I know I look a little creepy in this picture, but I loved Oliver and his brothers in this picture.

McKinley and Treagan in their new Christmas Jammies

Cute kids

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Gingerbread house

2011-01-14T08:54:00.000-08:00

This year McKinley was old enough to actually enjoy making a gingerbread house. She really enjoyed mixing up the frosting and putting the house together. BUT like any little kid she loved the decorating the most. This year we went to Winco and I let her pick candies out of the bins. I really enjoyed doing it this way because you can pick how much candy you want!

Daddy and McKinley mixing the frosting

Me and McKinley putting the house together

The house without treats

The finished product

David Archuleta christmas concert

2011-01-14T08:49:00.000-08:00

I had the opportunity to go to the David Archuleta Christmas concert with my mom and sisters. I think my mom was the most excited to see David!!!

McKinley's Dance Recital

2011-01-14T08:43:00.001-08:00

Oh, how my little girl is growing up. These are pictures from McKinley's dance recital. She did such an amazing job! I did not actually record the night performance , which I am kicking myself in the butt for know, because she was a total hoot. McKinley had the whole audience laughing!!! I hope I can find someone who recorded it.

My little star performer.

McKinley was so excited Torrie, Parker, and Riley surprised us by showing up at that dance recital. McKinley loves her cousins.

As always my little happy man

McKinley and her friends

The Live Nativity

2010-12-21T15:27:00.000-08:00

This month we had the opportunity to attend the live Nativity in Highland. Wow, was it incredible. Even after waiting in line for an hour and half we still really enjoyed it. When we finally got to the nativity part they had men on horses asking if we paid our taxes.

In the barn they had live camels, goats, a donkey, geese, and sheep. They also had the three wisemen and others dressed up like you were walking through Bethlehem. McKinley asked one lady where baby Jesus was and she said we needed to find the star first. So we went out of that barn and followed a pathway. McKinley looked up and saw the star. She was so excited because that meant baby Jesus was close.

When we entered the last barn we did indeed find Baby Jesus.
I was so grateful they put this on because it was a great way to teach McKinley about the true meaning of Christmas. As we entered the barn and saw this scene I was truly filled with the spirit of Christmas!! I am so grateful for the birth of our Savior.

Pure silliness....

2010-12-21T14:59:00.000-08:00

We went over to Grandma and Grandpa Brown's house the other Sunday. McKinley found their game closet and was pulling out all of these silly games. So we decided to play a few with her. As you can tell it was a lot of fun and we were really SiLlY.

This was the bee game.

Treagan playing with Spencer's laundry and yes he has underwear on his head.

Surprise....

Festival of Trees

2010-12-21T14:48:00.000-08:00

This year we had the chance to go to the Festival of Trees. I forgot how many beautiful trees there are. McKinley loved all the pink, princess trees.

We really liked this pink tree.

This was one of my favorite trees. It had little shoes all over it. What can I say....I LOVE SHOES!

Thanksgiving Day

2010-12-21T14:43:00.000-08:00

This year Thanksgiving started out at my Mom's house for a delicious crepe breakfast. After breakfast and lounging around we headed up to SLC to see Oliver's mom. After visiting we then headed over to Oliver's aunts house to see the rest of his family. We then came back to Eagle Mtn for a dinner at our neighbors. I was so excited for dinner, but I got so sick that I was not even able to eat a big Thanksgiving dinner. I am still craving turkey ( which is opposite from most years!)

The kids and their cute matching shirts. My mom and sisters made these adorable shirts.

Daddy and Treagan

Cute little McKinley

Happy Thanksgiving.

Halloween Night

2010-12-21T14:28:00.000-08:00

Grammy came out and went trick or treating with the kids. We were glad we had gone to the mall earlier since it was raining so much. I love this picture it just has so much personality.

Grammy "best buddy" and McKinley

After trick or treating we went over to Spencer and Consuela's for a yummy dinner

Silly Uncle Nic

halloween festivites

2010-12-21T14:16:00.000-08:00

This year McKinley was a witch for Halloween. It took her weeks to decide what she wanted to be. My mom made the cute leggins she is wearing!

Oliver and I at our 80's themed Halloween Party!

My little octopus at Grammy's preschool Halloween party

Carving Pumpkins

2010-12-21T14:11:00.000-08:00

This year we carved Pumpkins twice. Once at our house with some friends and then over at Cameron and Laura's. McKinley loved it!

McKinley's Pumpkin

Like the Green pumpkin?? This one was from our garden.

Daddy helping McKinley cut out the face.

5K cake walk and run

2010-12-21T13:58:00.005-08:00

This fall I was on a committee to organize a 5K for a man with cancer in my neighborhood. We had so much fun planning and organizing this event. I have a great love for this man and was so grateful to be able to help his family in any way possible.

At the end of the race everyone got a cupcake....here are all of the cupcakes.

The Chick-fil-a cows even came!

The Committee with President Hughes and his lovely wife Wendy

Day 3 Discovery Gateway

2010-12-08T13:14:00.000-08:00

We have a pass to Discovery Gateway and so we decided to utilize it. It was fun to have Oliver and McKinley's friend come.

Playing in the water at the Gateway.

Oliver and Treagan (mini Oli).

Day 2 Hiking and Rocky Mountain Raceway

2010-12-08T13:09:00.000-08:00

For our second day of stay-cation we went hiking with Oliver's sister Abby. It was a beautiful day and the hike was gorgeous. That night Oliver and I dropped the kids off and headed over to the Rocky Mountain Raceway. We had a lot of fun watching the races- especially the crashes.

All ready to start up the mountain.

At the top of the mountain

Enjoying our night out!

Stay-cation Day 1

2010-12-08T13:03:00.000-08:00

So this summer we were suppose to go on vacation, but at last minute we decided not to go. We still wanted to be together as a family so we decided to do a stay-cation. It was so fun and something I would recommend to anyone.... Especially being able to go home and sleep in your own bed. So on the first day we went to Incredible Pizza. We had some coupons from the mail and decided to try it out. We were there all day from about 11-7. We ate a lot of food, went bowling, went miniature golfing, played arcade games, and danced. Every so often they have a dance contest in the middle of the floor. We decided to do it...They thought McKinley was the cutest little thing they have ever seen. They loved her so much they gave us a $20 gift card to spend on arcade games. We ended up coming home with more money on the gift card then what we had spent at Incredible Pizza. If you have not been- You should go. The best part about the day was when we got home. Our sweet neighbors snuck into our house and made our house like a bed and breakfast. They turned down the sheets with mints and tootsie rolls for McKinley. Then in the fridge they had put everything we needed for a delicious breakfast. It was so thoughtful and made it easier to pretend we were really on vacation.

So excited for our stay-cation

Oliver so excited to have all you can eat buffet!

McKinley

Smiling for the camera. Treagan was sleeping in his stroller or he too would have been in the picture.

Utah State Fair

2010-12-08T12:49:00.000-08:00

Here is my cute bunch!

McKinley loved all of the animals this year. She was so excited to see and pet them all.

Each year I must get a picture by a cow

I also make Oliver get a picture by a cow. Look at how big those cows are.

BBQ w/ Grammy

2010-12-08T12:43:00.000-08:00

Grammy, McKinley, James, and Paige

Park Time

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Treagan and his BIG smile.

Soakin' in the sunshine

McKinley and Dillon

My kids love swings. They think it especially fun when they get to swing together like this.

Ward Campout

2010-12-08T12:35:00.000-08:00

Treagan

Me and a couple YW from the ward

McKinley playing sticks

Princess Party

2010-12-08T12:31:00.000-08:00

This fall my friends and I put on a princess party. The ticket into the the party was either a package of diapers or wipes to be donated to families for Christmas. We had 100 little princesses show up. We all dressed up as princesses, made princess wands, danced with Belle, had story time with Tinkerbell, and pictures with Cinderella. It was such a blast that I think we will make it a yearly event. McKinley was so excited that she got to be Snow White like mommy. I was grateful to be apart of such a wonderful event and see how truly generous my neighbors are.

McKinley and I as Snow White

Storytime with Cinderella

McKinley dancing with Belle

All of the wonderful donations.

Preschool

2010-12-08T12:23:00.000-08:00

This past fall McKinley started Preschool. Here are some pictures of her first day of school. She was so excited to use her backpack from Grandma Brown. I love how her backpack is as big as she is! I cannot believe that she is old enough to be in preschool!

Such a cutie

Showing me her dance moves

McKinley and her two good friends

Me and my little munchkin

Payson Lakes

2010-10-29T12:23:00.000-07:00

Over labor day weekend we had the opportunity to go camping with our friends. We had such a great time. It was great weather and we even got to play at the lake. McKinley and Treagan loved the water and just hanging out! We will definitely go camping at Payson Lakes again.

Having fun in the tent

Snug as a bug in a rug! It was pretty cold at night we really had to bundle up.
My favorite part about camping.....the fire and smores!
Oliver, McKinley, and Spencer
McKinley playing in the lake.

More random pictures!

2010-10-29T12:18:00.001-07:00

I love his sweet little smile
McKinley and Mommy
Treagan and Daddy
Treagan being a "cheezer"!

My random pictures from August

2010-10-04T19:39:00.000-07:00

McKinley all ready for church

Me and my handsome hubby

My little cowboy

I love this picture. McKinley fell asleep in her glasses. I guess she thought it was too bright in her room.

Swimming- August

2010-10-04T19:33:00.000-07:00

This year we went swimming almost every Wednesday with my mom's daycare. These are some pictures from our last day swimming.

Kristina, me, and Treagan

Tyler and McKinley

Tiffany and Chantelle

Grammy and Paige

Bridger Lake July 2010

2010-10-04T19:24:00.000-07:00

In July we had the opportunity to go camping with our friends Consuela and Spencer. This year it was a bummer because McKinley got sick, I was sick, and we sat under the awning while it rained for about 5 hours! Oh and we probably spent another 2 hours in our tent while it rained. So to say the least I have had better camping trips, but hey we did get some fun pictures!

Treagan's big smile! Love it

I thought this was a sweet picture of McKinley

Daddy and Treagan on the swing Oliver made.

4th of July

2010-10-04T19:14:00.001-07:00

I cannot believe it is October and I am blogging about July....but I guess it is better late than never. These pictures are from the 4th of July. (Well I guess it was actually the 3rd of July). This year we went over to our friends house and had a BBQ. After delicious food we enjoyed some fun fireworks.

This was the best family picture we could get. McKinley was mad because she was not in a dress! I know I am a mean mom and make my family wear matching flag shirts!

McKinley and Shantel riding around in the barbie jeep.

Oliver and Treagan

My little buggy!

McKinley's BIrthday Party July 2, 2010

2010-08-29T15:45:00.001-07:00

So, I know some of my post are out of order, but I would rather that than nothing at all. I did not have a camera for a while because I had lost my camera battery charger. I finally broke down and bought a new one this month. So now I can post what has been happening!

These are pictures from McKinley's 3rd Birthday party. We had a swimming party at our house that she was so excited about. Well if any of you have lived in or visited Eagle Mountain you know that the wind here is horrendous! Well the morning of McKinley's Birthday we woke to wind storms which is normal for EM. Well they settled a little so we put up the swimming pool and the Blow-up water slide. Well everyone came over and was having a great time, even with the wind starting to act up. Everyone had gathered close to the BBQ outback to do water balloons and next thing we know the blow up water slide has been picked up by the wind storm and is headed our direction.....next thing we know the slide is on top of us and the BBQ was knocked over. I was just positive that someone was under the BBQ. Luckily for me know one was! We only has one minor owie, that was fixed quickly with a bandaid. I was so grateful that no one was on the slide or seriously injured! We ended up inside opening gifts and having a bowling tournament with squeeze-its and a ball McKinley had got for her Birthday. It will definitely be a party I never forget!
Opening up gifts inside the house!
I asked McKinley if she wanted popsicles or cake and she said popsicles. Well when we started singing she said, "mom where is my cake and candles?" Boy, did I feel like a terrible mom. Next year wether she says she wants cake or not I am going to get her a cake.
My cute birthday Girl!
Hanging out in the pool

These are the balloons that Oliver picked out all by himself for McKinley. I thought he did PERFECT! I mean what little girl doesn't love pink and purple balloons!

Fire Station July 9, 2010

2010-07-29T10:46:00.000-07:00

This Summer we had a chance to go to the fire station on a field trip with my moms daycare/preschool. McKinley refused to wear a fire hat because she did not want to ruin her hair....what a little princess. We really enjoyed climbing through the Fire truck and ambulance. We really had a great time and the kids seemed to really enjoy themselves.

Me and Paige

McKinley listening to the fireman

Treagan chillin in his carseat.

Treagan in his fireman hat.
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Pure craziness

2010-07-28T08:59:00.000-07:00

I found this picture on my cell phone of Oliver and I and had to post it!

Treagan @ 6 months 7-18-2010

2010-07-28T08:53:00.000-07:00

Treagan is already 6 months. It seems like just yesterday we were bringing him home from the hospital.
6 months stats (7-19-2010)
length: 25.5 inches
weight: 15lbs 15oz
head circ.: 44.5
Treagan is growing so fast. He is sitting up and his first tooth popped through on 7-20-2010. He is a very strong willed child. He knows what he wants and knows how to get it. He just started sleeping through the night (which I am excited about). He loves the idea of food, but is not sure about it when we actually try to feed him. We love him so much! Here is my little man....

The Zoo - June 2010

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Rice cereal

2010-07-28T08:11:00.000-07:00

Treagan's first taste of rice cereal was June 17, 2010. I love Treagan's expression...I think it explains all!

Cafe Rio

2010-07-28T08:08:00.000-07:00

On June 7 I had the opportunity to get together with some of my friends from high school. It was fun to see them with their families.

Nick, Bobby, me, and Hans

Summer Swim party

2010-07-28T08:04:00.000-07:00

Oh happy summer days!

The mega slide

Kristina and I

Enjoying the sun

My little fish, McKinley

Oliver's 28th Birthday- May 31

2010-07-28T07:58:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday to you. Happy birthday dear Oliver...Happy Birthday to you! This year for Oliver's birthday(which fell on Memorial Day) we had a BBQ at our house and play lots of fun outdoor games.

Oliver's Delicious Cake from Baskin Robbins- Thanks MOM

Singing Happy Birthday

Blowing out the candles

Abby, me, and Nic celebrating!

Random Pictures from May

2010-07-28T07:51:00.000-07:00

McKinley having a great time playing with her princess dolls and Treagan

Treagan's cute chubby cheeks

McKinley is 3 going on 15!

McKinley is always dancing around the house!

McKinley's dance recital

2010-06-10T08:55:00.000-07:00

Kinners and me

Daddy and Kinners

Grammy, Aunt T, and Paige came to watch Kinners dance!

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

2010-06-10T08:42:00.000-07:00

Grandma Brown's Birthday celebration

2010-06-08T13:24:00.000-07:00

This year for Grandma Brown's birthday we went over on Sunday morning for brunch and then headed off to church with the whole gang. After church we had dinner, cake and ice cream. It was a great celebration!

Oliver cookin up some bacon in his fancy apron!

Singing Happy Birthday to Grandma

Big smiles for the camera.

Tanner was being so silly. He kept sticking his little fingers up his nose.

BBQ

2010-06-06T19:39:00.000-07:00

I love the summer.....going to the park, swimming, BBQ's and all the wonderful outdoor things we can do in the summer. A few weeks ago we headed over to our friends for a BBQ. It was a nice kickoff to the summer.

Our family enjoying the great outdoors.

McKinley giving her friend a ride on the bike.

Treagan chillin with Oliver

Our friend Andrew and the grill he made. I think it is a pretty awesome grill!

Final day at Disneyland

2010-06-06T19:32:00.000-07:00

Our last day in Disneyland was a lot of fun.We got to LA in the afternoon and first off we headed over to California adventure for the Pixar parade. Parker and McKinley absolutely loved the parade. They were up dancing and waving the whole time. I am glad we were able to make it for the parade. After the parade we headed back over to Disneyland for a few more rides and the fireworks. The firework show was absolutely amazing. It was definitely worth the late night! Treagan slept for the whole show and McKinley made it through most of it, but she too fell asleep. I would love the job as Tinkerbell in the firework show.....lol

We had to get another picture with Minnie.

How can you not love that face!?!?
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Waiting for the firework show. Tiffany is enjoying her cinnamon roll that she had been wanting the whole week to get.( It was a delicious cinnamon roll)

McKinley and Parker snuggled up on Grammy's lap to watch the fireworks!

Another Day at Disneyland...

2010-06-06T19:20:00.000-07:00

Grammy bought all the girls matching Minnie outfits and oh they looked adorable!

Meeting Minnie was definitely one of the highlights for McKinley. She was a little unsure about her at first, but quickly warmed up.

We all love our Grammy!

Getting ready to go into A bug's life movie....I think we may wait until McKinley is a little older to go watch this movie again.

Disneyland Day 1

2010-05-12T17:46:00.000-07:00

On the first day of Disneyland we let McKinley wear her snow white dress and boy did she think she was ALL THAT! She walked down main street on her tip toes saying, " I am the Queen of the Princess!" She did not stop all day. She was making us laugh all day. One little boy even stopped her so he could dance with snow white (he was probably 4 yrs old) it was really cute. All in all we really loved Disneyland and had a great time!

McKinley and Daddy waiting to go inside Disneyland

Inside the Happiest place on earth (so they say!).

McKinley and her best buddy Grammy.

Tiffany and I waiting for pirates.

Super star

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McKinley dancing before the parade.

Day one cont.

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Toon Town

Waiting for the Disneyland Parade

Mickey and Minnie

The gang after the parade

Disneyland Day 1 cont.

2010-05-12T09:19:00.000-07:00

Cameron and Laura ended up being in California the same time we did, so we met up with them and the kids had so much fun. This is Dillon and McKinley on Dumbo. Poor McKinley is to short for most of the rides!

McKinley taking a little nap because being a full time princess is really exhausting!

Treagan just being a happy camper

Oliver and I waiting for space mountain. This is my favorite ride at Disneyland! I always have to go on it at least once and I have to sit in the front row.

San Diego Zoo

2010-05-12T09:00:00.000-07:00

On Monday we headed off to the San Diego Zoo. McKinley liked seeing the animals , but was exhausted by mid afternoon. She feel asleep in the stroller on the way to the car. The zoo is so big that we didn't have that much time to see all the animals.

Inside the San Diego Zoo

Cute little McKinley

Daddy and Treagan

Grammy, Treagan, and I waiting for the Sea otter show. I really enjoyed the show! You can tell how hot it was by looking at poor Treagan's face.

Balboa Park

2010-05-12T08:52:00.000-07:00

On Sunday after church my family headed off to Sea World with McKinley in tote. Oliver decided he didn't want to go to Sea World so we decided to head over to Balboa Park with little Treagan. I really love Balboa park. It is a huge park with so many thing to do and see. We really enjoyed the rose and cactus Gardens. We would have stayed longer, but we had left Treagan's binky in the car, which was about a mile back. Next time we will remember his binky when we leave the car.

Balboa Park

A picture from the rose gardens

The coolest cactus tree you ever did see!

We all met back up that night. These were the kids after an exhausting day at Sea world. As you can see they had a great time at Sea World.

Las Vegas

2010-05-12T08:45:00.000-07:00

On the way to California we stopped in Las Vegas for a Buffet. The buffet was good, but I don't this it was worth stopping in Vegas....I really don't like Las Vegas!

Treagan chillin in the sling

Enjoying the buffet (I especially love McKinley's face)

Grammy, Parker, and McKinley blowing kisses...SMACK....

She never stops

2010-05-12T08:31:00.000-07:00

McKinley dancing at my in-laws. She is so funny and always making me laugh.

Fun pictures from the past week...

2010-04-21T11:45:00.000-07:00

Wow! what a difference the sun makes. We spent so much time at the park this last week with friends. I LOVE the warmth of the sunshine- it can truly brighten any day!

McKinley sporting her glasses on the way to the park

Oliver and I at our ward activity

McKinley and I at Walmart waiting for Grammy to come get us

The little man...So cute!

Treagan's blessing day

2010-04-12T13:44:00.000-07:00

What a wonderful day....I am so grateful for a wonderful husband who was able to bless our beautiful baby boy. It seems like just yesterday when he was blessing McKinley. I am so grateful for the sweet spirit Treagan brings in our home. He is definitely a chosen son of our Heavenly Father. I feel so very blessed to be his mom. We had a great day celebrating with family and friends. Thanks for all the love and support!

Cute little Treagan

The family celebrating his blessing

Oh, I just love that sweet little smile

Easter Day

2010-04-07T07:31:00.000-07:00

I am so grateful that Conference weekend fell on the same weekend as Easter. What a great way for us to be reminded of Christ and His infinite Atonement. I am grateful we had the chance to spend the day with family watching conference and truly enjoying what is most important in life.

Our little man...

McKinley and Treagan in their Easter outfits.

Treagan and the Easter Bunny. I could not get McKinley to take a picture with the Easter Bunny unless I was holding her. (if only she knew it was her daddy...lol)

Family photo.

Easter morning

2010-04-06T18:05:00.000-07:00

We had a really enjoyable Easter morning....We opened baskets, found Easter eggs, and read the story of the first Easter. We love being able to teach McKinley about Christ and the resurrection.

Easter Eggs

2010-04-06T17:53:00.000-07:00

McKinley and I decided to dye Easter eggs. We got a princess kit and had so much fun coloring and decorating the eggs.

McKinley concentrating really hard on decorating her egg

Showing off her egg

One of the beautiful princess eggs.

We all scream for ice cream

2010-04-06T17:43:00.000-07:00

McKinley and Consuela enjoying ice cream at Maggie Moos. SO YUMMY!

I love McKinley's chocolate mouth!

Treagan's 2 month check up

2010-04-06T17:37:00.000-07:00

I cannot believe my sweet little boy is already 2 months. He is growing so quickly. He is 22 1/4 inches and 11lbs 8oz. We just love him so much!

Before the shots....

...Waiting for the doctor...

After the shots. Poor little guy!

Happy little man after we got home.

Cute Kids

2010-04-06T17:28:00.000-07:00

These are some fun pictures from March....

We went to Discovery with some friends. They have older girls that love to pose for pictures...after watching them for a bit McKinley started to pose also. "Strike a pose!"

Treagan's first smile caught on camera.

Little Paige at a Family party. She is such a doll.

McKinley at Grammy's house for FHE.

Homemade wheat bread- Yummy

2010-03-27T15:11:00.000-07:00

I know this blog is really silly, but I went to a breadmaking class a few weeks ago and I was really excited that my bread actually turned out...This was the final product. And to top it all off....it even tasted good

Utes Gymnastics meet

2010-03-27T15:04:00.000-07:00

A few week ago we went to the Utes gymnastics meet. We always have so much fun cheering on our favorite gymnastics team. We were able to go with Torrie, Parker, Riley, and Oliver's parents. It was a blast and plus the Utes WON!

Before the game we had to stop at the Verizon store. They had two enormous love sacs. McKinley was in heaven laying in one and watching one of her favorite movies, Horton Hears a Who.

Treagan already sporting the Utes attire. Thanks to my mom and Lyndee for making him darling Ute blankets.

Parker and McKinley having a great time together....

Our first family photo that I have actually taken. I know kind of sad... We really need to take another one!

Spring Boutique in Eagle Mountain

2010-03-10T12:38:00.000-08:00

MaryAnne’s Spring Boutique

12:00 noon – 4:00 pm

Saturday March 13

1785 Independence Way ** Eagle Mountain

Chocolates * Baby Accessories * Jeans * Purses * Pettiskirts * Hair bows * Beaded watches * Jewelry * Flirty Aprons * Exercise Equipment and More

Great give-aways every half hour

**Bring a friend and get an extra entry in the drawing**

My little Dancer

2010-02-26T11:41:00.000-08:00

McKinley loves to dance. She is always turning on the music and shakin her thang! This is how McKinley dances around the house.....

Cute Kids

2010-02-26T11:38:00.000-08:00

This last week has been a chill week. I have just enjoyed being home with the kids and spending time with them.
McKinley continues to say things beyond her years. The other morning when I was doing her hair she said to me in a put out tone of
voice, " Mom you're driving me crazy." I am just looking forward to when she is sixteen!!

Treagan and McKinley at Aunt T's house.

I found these glasses in my drawer and I could not resist putting them on the kids. As you can tell Treagan was thrilled to be wearing them!

McKinley loved wearing these glasses

Treagan loves to hold things in between his arms. I loved seeing him snuggle and fall asleep with this little stuffed dog.

Treagan- One month

2010-02-21T10:12:00.000-08:00

My neighbor Olya took these adorable pictures of Treagan. If you want to see all of her other amazing work check out her blog at Endlessmemoriesphoto.blogspot.com. Treagan has already changed so much in one month. Treagan loves to be held or rocked in his bouncer. He throws up a lot too. His sister absolutely adores him and wants to hold him and kiss on him constantly. He had truly been a blessing in our home. I love these pictures because I feel like it captures Treagan's personality. THANKS OLYA!

Treagan's pictures cont.

2010-02-21T10:03:00.000-08:00

Discovery Gateway

2010-02-17T12:09:00.000-08:00

This last month I renewed my pass to The Discovery Gateway Museum. I am glad we did because McKinley and I had a really fun time going with our friends.

Me and Kristina. Heather also came, but we did not all get a picture together.

Me and the kiddos!

My little Treagn...he is getting big already.

Ezra, Zack, Tyler, and McKinley having fun and shouting hooray!

Family Fun!

2010-02-17T11:56:00.000-08:00

Cute little Treagan. I love his little chubby cheeks. He weighed in at 7ibs 15oz at his 2 week check up. He is definitely getting enough food.

Our family being crazy before church. McKinley stood up right when we took the picture.
Naptime...What mom does not love naptime?!

Here are some pictures from the past couple of weeks. I feel so blessed to be the mother of such wonderful children. I am not going to lie it is not always the easiest thing to be a full time mommy, but it is always so rewarding at the end of the day. I am excited to say that McKinley is completely potty trained. YAHOO. I am so glad that we only have to buy diapers for one.
Cute little Treagan. I love his little chubby cheeks. He weighed in at 7ibs 15oz at his 2 week check up. He is definitely getting enough food.

Tanner's Birthday Party

2010-02-17T11:44:00.000-08:00

At the beginning a Feb. McKinley went to her friend Tanner's birthday party. She had such a great time playing with all of her friends.

Tanner opening her gifts

The Cute cake and cupcakes!!

McKinley, Savannah, and McKinley B. eating their delicious cupcakes.

We were trying to get a group picture, but McKinley would not stop jumping.

Home Sweet Home!

2010-01-27T07:28:00.000-08:00

It has been so great having Treagan home. We absolutely love him. McKinley has been such a big helper. She always wants to hold him, hug him, and kiss on him. I am so grateful that she loves him so much. Treagan does what any new baby does best....eat, sleep, and poop! Treagan loves to be snuggled in the bouncer, where he sleeps most of the time!

Treagan's favorite place...sleeping in the bouncer

Daddy and Treagan taking a nap together!

All bundled in the carseat. I love how tiny they look in the carseat the first month.

McKinley and Treagan. I have been so proud of McKinley with potty training. She has had some perfect days and only a few accidents here and there. She has does amazing for only one week. WAY TO GO KINNERS!

Lots of Love

2010-01-21T08:16:00.000-08:00

McKinley was so excited to meet her new little brother. I am grateful that she is so excited...I have been a little nervous about it, but all is well! She could not wait to hold him and she was very persistent that she did not want any help from mom. She is going to be a great big sister. Also, McKinley is potty training. While we were in the hospital my WONDERFUL mom took on the task of potty training. McKinley has been doing really well. I really don't know where I would we without my outstanding mom! Mom- Thanks for all of your help and all you do for my family. We all LOVE YOU!

Big sister McKinley and Treagan

Welcome home Treagan....He will probably wish he was still in the womb after his sister gets a hold of him!

Grammy and Treagan. Treagan actually posed for this picture. He was asleep and opened his eyes just in time for the photo!

Grandma and Grandpa Brown and Treagan.

We really want to express our thanks and love to all of our family and friends. We are truly appreciative of all the help, love and support we have received. We could not have done any of this without friends and family. We know it was a long trek to the hospital and many of you made the trip....THANKS. We love you all!

Baby LOVE

2010-01-21T07:52:00.000-08:00

Here are just some fun pictures of Treagan. He is such a content little man. I am so grateful that Heavenly Father has blessed me with such a wonderful family. Everyday I feel so overwhelmed by the responsibility that Heavenly Father has given me has a mother and wife. I pray each day that I may be the mom and wife that Heavenly Father wants me to be. I am so grateful to be a mom to two wonderful children.

I love how peaceful Treagan looks in the picture.

My little man

His cute little feet

My mom and sisters gave Treagan this blanket. I think he already has his favorite blanket. He just loves to be cuddled up in it!

Baby Treagan

2010-01-21T07:34:00.000-08:00

Here are some pictures of our new little addition!

Mommy and Treagan after delivery.

Daddy and Treagan. I love how happy Oliver looks- I think it captures the feeling of having a little miracle in our presence.

Welcome to the world Treagan

Daddy and Treagan after his first bath. Oliver was so excited to give him a bath that he forgot to take pictures of the actual bath!

Treagan Oliver Brown

2010-01-19T08:04:00.000-08:00

Treagan joined our family yesterday (1/18/2010) at 5:57pm. He weighed 6lbs 13 oz and was 18 inches tall. I feel so grateful to have been blessed with such a beautiful baby boy. WELCOME TREAGAN! We love you so much already!!! Pictures to follow....

Princess Party

2010-01-07T11:50:00.000-08:00

This last Saturday McKinley was invited to her first Princess Birthday Party for Tasia. McKinley was so excited to wear her Cinderella dress. They had a great time playing pass the slipper, eating lots of sugar, making necklaces, and getting princess tiaras. McKinley is definitely getting into the whole princess thing.

Mommy making McKinley pose for the camera because she looks so adorable!

Eating Cake and Ice cream

The party!

The cute princess cake

Car seat covers

2010-01-07T08:23:00.000-08:00

This post is dedicated to my amazing mother. The other day we were at Target and saw a cute car seat cover that I loved. So we decided to buy fabric and she would duplicate it. Well not only is it better than the one we saw she made McKinley a matching one. She gave them to us on Christmas day. Needless to say I was so ecstatic. I mean look how incredible they look, and plus McKinley just loves her. My mom also made us matching burp cloths. Thanks for a great Christmas present mom....WE LOVE THEM!