Sunday, November 27, 2022

Idaho Thanksgiving



 




It’s been way too long since we had a trip to Idaho. We had the best week, but busy every minute. My grandma gave us each an ornament every Christmas now she gives them to my kids and my they love it so much! Before we left we asked grandpa to give the kids each a blessing. I’m so grateful for his love for my kids and the words of wisdom he has. My mom made countdown candy wreaths with the kids. The kids loved it and surprising we didn’t have missing candy by the end hahaha. On our last day my dad, navy, Noah and I set up the Christmas tree for my grandma. We are so blessed with amazing grandparents and aunts and uncles who care so much about my family and kids. 



This week we got to go to the temple with Benjamin and Emma to do baptisms together. I love being there with my grandma and mom and dad, my sister, Jake and my kids. Grateful for forever families. The next day we woke up bright and early to go as adults. Another completely beautiful morning we walked out just before the sun rose. I’m so grateful to be able to be with my mom, madi, my aunt Janelle, my dad, Vernon, both of my grandmas and my love!

Jake and my dad went on early morning walks every morning and saw lots of deer. Just the sights from my home town are absolutely beautiful. There is nothing like it. The kids had so much fun playing and helping. 

We plated lots of monopoly and games which is always one of the best parts of being together. We got to go to Hagerman and spend the day with grandma Schraft playing games and watching movies. I’m so grateful for our trips and the memories we get to make there. My kids all know and love their great grandparents with their whole hearts and our loved even more in return by these wonderful people!!!! They each of their own relationships with them and it’s the best sight to see.

Some throwback pictures we found, grandma laying on the couch! A love note to my great grandma Oleta! Mom, grandma and I had a blast going through all the old photos and boxes. 

November is birthday month! We celebrated my dad, Kylee, Jordan, Madi, and Oakley all the week we were there. Makes for lots of yummy treats and busy days! For Jordan we went to skate land. The kids had so much fun skating with friends and cousins we don’t get to see very often! Then pizza pie cafe and cupcakes for our sweet Oakley. Emma loves her and I’m pretty sure it’s returned! Emma was the best help and took care of and played with all the little girls and they all just love Emma. 


We got to see my friends brand new little baby and give her love right on our way out of town. Madi, Charlotte, Emma, mom and I got in some Black Friday shopping! So fun being able to bring Emma in on the fun!

On the day we left we woke up to it snowing outside. The kids were so excited and helped shovel the driveway and walks. It was the perfect end to our trip that we got some snow! We are completely spoiled with the love of our Idaho family. Thank you to all it made our trip!


Happy 30th Birthday Madi!






Madi is turning 30 next week and so while we were in Idaho we threw her a surprise party. Anyone that knows her knows she has loved titanic for so long, so our theme was set! We had so much fun making up decorations and getting everything together. We had her face put on the cake and Vernon’s face on Leo’s for her party clue. Kelsey made a ship photo-op prop and table decor. We had the ships layout poster and portholes. Water from the Atlantic and life preservers! We even made a playlist full of songs that played for the night. Love you Madi! So glad we pulled it off! 


Jake’s 1/2 marathon


 Jake has been training every day running. He did a 1/2 marathon at my Charleston earlier this year and knew he wanted to do another one. His hard work paid off! He got first place in his age and he got 5th overall. We are so proud of you Jake! 

Benjamin

Benjamin made a club volleyball team this year and has been absolutely loving it! He had his first tournament and we loved watching him! He has grown so much and know he is just going to keep killing it! 

He had some great hits and passes! So much fun watching him do something he loves. 

My friend from Idaho reached out and her sons team was playing in Vegas and needed a player! Benjamin and I headed to the courts for the night. He hasn’t played in years and we had a fun night. He even made all but one of the shots he took! Fun to see some points on the board from him. Also so fun seeing him play with one of my friends kids that we were that age when we first met!

Had to document the Idaho trip where Benjamin passed up his great grandmas, and great uncle! He is catching up to great grandpa Jack real fast! He is loving his Jardine blood!

 

Cold weather fun!

We hit up the drive ins with our friends and we all froze watching black panther!

Emma cheering at the semi final flag football game. It was fun being on bleachers and sharing blankets lol. The girls did great!

My mom, dad, Charlotte, Benjamin, Emma and I went to a youth fireside our stake out on. It was amazing! One of the longest firesides, but such amazing messages. I hope that we all can remember them. A few pointers
-if you can count how many times you’ve prayed today, you haven’t prayed enough!
-power of words! Don’t use “just”, be positive 
-where do we spend more time in our thoughts? Negativity or positivity? 
Where is your focus? 
-Be spiritually charged 
-own who you are as a child of God
-Enjoy the Journey— to Christ!



We celebrated moms birthday! Watched Jordan’s football games. Had a fun park day with lots of activities. Had the best night at a Friendsgiving. We are so grateful for our friends!

Kids have had a blast with friends and Jake and I have taken them on dates getting some quality time with our amazing kids! Also lots of selfies 😍