Christmas Cheer

Brooke and Jake - Christmas 2007

Rudolph Would Be Proud

Jake doing his best "Rudolph" impression. He looks thrilled!

Crocodile Hunter?

Jake loves to "body slam" his pet crocodile (a hand-me-down from Ben).

The 3 Amigos

At the 2007 Advance Christmas Party - Emily, Brooke and Ben.

WOW! Gorgeous Girls

Robynn and Brooke - Christmas 2007

Christmas Card Photo - 2007

Grandpa Bowling (not too shabby!)

At the 2007 Advanced Christmas Party, Grandpa strutting his stuff! He actually bowled a strike on the previous frame!

Fun at Grandma Gant's House

Hamming it up at Grandma Gant's house (the night before she left for Minnesota).

Guess Who!?

 

Believe it or not, this is Ben. Ben attributes his manly physique to Uncle Dave Chase's workout that he taught him last year. However I (dad) know that Ben inherited more than just his excellent math skills from me... if you know what I mean!

Holiday Fun

Non-Crappy Starring You! eCards on JibJab

Flashdance - Ben's Dance

At Rob's wedding reception, Ben surprised us all and busted a move on the dance floor. He was having a dance competition against Rob's brother-in-law, Matt. Special appearance by Gavin at the end.

P.S. After much pleading, I did receive Ben's permission to post this on our blog.

Mamoo's Memories (Tumbleweed Fire)

As we all know, Mamoo was always fun to be around, and had a great sense of humor. She had a sharp mind and a quick wit. A couple of years ago I asked her to share some stories about her childhood. I didn't tell her that I was filming her, because I wanted to capture her just being herself (hope you forgive me, Mamoo!) Both of the stories (2 different videos) are a bit long, but I think you will find them worthwhile and touching. It's nice to be reminded about what a wonderful person she is. Towards the end of this story, Mamoo gets "teary" about her mom - definitely worth the wait!

Mamoo's Memories (Leonard's Horse)

As we all know, Mamoo was always fun to be around, and had a great sense of humor. She had a sharp mind and a quick wit. A couple of years ago I asked her to share some stories about her childhood. I didn't tell her that I was filming her, because I wanted to capture her just being herself (hope you forgive me, Mamoo!) Both of the stories (2 different videos) are a bit long, but I think you will find them worthwhile and touching. It's nice to be reminded about what a wonderful person she is.

Down on the Farm

Eatin' some ice cream at Bishop's Pumpkin Farm. Gotta love this life!

Pickin' the Pumpkins

Daddy and Jake at the Pumpkin Farm

So Easy, Even a Caveman Can Do It!

Ben was the Geico Caveman for Halloween. Creepy!

Halloween at Grandma Gant's House

Special visitor - Shrek!

The Burger King dude

Guess who was dressed up as the Burger King dude? None other than Chris Apsley! This was the most popular costume of the night. Whoever saw him would say, "That's the Burger King dude!" They would then say how much they either Loved Him, or Hated Him!

Robynn and Jake on Halloween

Emily at Halloween

Brooke and Anna

Halloween 2007

Jake's Pumpkin

It's about the size of his own little head!

Brooke's Pumpkins

She narrowed it down to 2 pumpkins!

Brooke's Visit to Bishop's Pumpkin Farm

I (Dave) was able to help out with Brooke's class during their trip to the pumpkin farm.

Jake Riding the Train - "Wow!"

At Bishop's Pumpkin Farm, Jake enjoyed the train so much - he kept saying "Wow!"

Robynn & Emily's Trip to Utah

Robynn and Emily went to Utah to visit Kristin, Jason and their kids for Lauren's baptism. Emily had a blast, and Robynn got to visit family and friends.

Emily & Friends

Emily havin' fun in Utah with Lauren and some friends.

Ridin' Horses

During Emily's trip to Utah, she rode a horse at Gardener's Village. Cute!

Jake's Haircut

Jacob with his new haircut that Ryan gave him. Lookin' sharp!

Running off to the Circus

Grandpa and Bonnie took the kids to the circus at Arco Arena in September. They had a blast!

Jacob's Fauxhawk

Fun in the bath.

Teddy and the Kids

The kids and Teddy Newton, who drew the Incredibles characters. Teddy is Stacy's boyfriend. Here they are doing the best Superhero poses!

Ben & Ben

One of the highlights of our trip to Pixar was a special gift from Stacy's boyfriend, Teddy Newton. Teddy is an artist at Pixar and drew The Incredibles characters. Teddy checked out our blog that morning, and created quick sketches of each of our kids! Awesome!