2013-2014 were difficult, emotional years for me but there are still many highlights that center around my 4 wonderful sons that fill me with joy. (yes, the pics are out of order. I am glad to just get this year recorded and finished.)
Gray (17) had a difficult Jr. year beginning with very little play time in football because the coach fields Seniors first. (He is looking forward to a more memorable Senior year beginning this fall.) He went to Homecoming dance with Sydney. He had a job for the first time the Spring of 2014 but it only lasted for like 5 weeks because he unfortunately broke his ankle at the new Eldersburg trampoline park, "Stratosphere". I am proud of Gray's willingness to help me. He is showing more care to help and support his family. He has a desire to prepare for his future. I'm amazed at how well he handles all the stress that is on his shoulders. I wish he would talk about it more but even still, he has an incredible ability to deal with stress He and Owen also survived a terrible car crash this spring. They were hit by a drunk driver, who happens to be a neighbor of ours. - Aukward!
Owen (15) started high school and his class and friends are all quite sporty and do fabulous at all their games, dominating football having an undefeated season and basketball they broke the school record for wins. He continues to impress me with his emotional maturity and controlling his temper, that doesn't mean he won't get mad and sassy but he does show restraint. He knows his inner worth and cares for others too, he is fair and kind. Owen and Gray both have their own bedroom this year, no more sharing.
Noah had his final year playing for the Raiders. Now we have no more Rec. Football games to go to. Noah has matured a lot physically this year. He is our 3rd teenager! He lost his little boy voice, braces were removed, and got hairier. Noah makes me proud by showing that he cares to be prompt, and independent. I never have to ask him to get his school work done. He loves his puppy most and shows it by playing rough with her. His basketball and baseball skills continue to improve. He is a good sport/ team player.
Payton doesn't play football. He loves basketball and baseball. Payton started middle school and he transitioned quite smoothly. He may be our youngest but is never selfish. I am so proud of his desire to please and make good decisions. He is our social butterfly. June 7, 2014 he turned 12 and the Sunday after he received the Aaronic Priesthood. My parents and Greg's came to visit and share this momentous day with us.
I am one lucky mom! I have 4 fantastic boys! I also am blessed with parents that support us in many ways, from temporal to spiritual. I am married to a great guy. Greg and I celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary. We continue to learn from each other through challenging but loving ways. I cannot imagine my life without him, without any of them.
3/31/14 Our truck that was totaled. This was a terrifying night. I am grateful my boys walked away from this. Gray had a concussion but other than that, so far, so good. 
Jumping to June: 6/8/14
Dont' worry dad, we are just looking.
Happy 12th Payton!
Spring Beauty a DC Temple
My 2 favorite ladies, my moms. 2 great cooks!
This was a day I joined Greg and his co-workers at the airport to welcome home some service men and women. I think it was in February.
Noah had a tough year, lost more than won but still enjoys playing the game. This is a graduation ceremony from the Rec. program as he will be in High school next fall. (fall 2013)
Montana- I really like summer time here. We enjoyed taking walks.
More pics from out Utah trips last summer, 2013. Lily was the center of attention. I hear she has a younger brother competing for that now.
Group photos! Cousins!! Fuller Fun;)
Garden time again! late May
end of July
