The Play Area At Our Apartment

A climb to the top of the tower. I am just so happy this isn't my couch right now, or the table.

This is the play area we have been blessed with here at Creekside apartments. It has entertained the boys for many hours over the last couple of years.

Here is the hike up to the steps.

Raymond is 4 1/2years & Andrew is 2 1/2 years old.

Andrew is a fighter. He struggles to keep up with Raymond, but he never gives up.

These two boys do everything together. I am sure they were plotting their next move.

Fun Summer Days!

I love it when the boys play together. It beats mutual destruction. Sometimes smiles can be hard to come by in our little family, especially during a stressful day, but there isn't a soul in the world who can brighten my heart better than these two. That is, them and the Lord.
Andrew isn't an ounce camera shy. I am getting better in front of the camera. After losing 19 pounds I feel more confident and less scared to be seen by everyone. Plus, who wants to be missed during special moments.
I am the Mommy climbing post, as are most moms out there. I am worried soon they will be taller than me and the battle will be lost. It won't be long. Time goes by so fast.

Demolition Derby

Sorry about any blurriness. I can't even describe how hot it was on this day. The crowd was awesome...loud. It was a completely different atmosphere then here in Moscow. The best part of the Derby was when the National Guard tank came and crushed the cars over and over again. The music, the screaming and snow cones made everyone insane and wanting more. That and the direct sun beating down on everyone from above. Sunburn and all, it was the best 4th of July yet.

My Mom

This is My mom, Paula Frye. She sat by me as the boys whizzed by and we talked about how they have grown. She has gone through many trials in her life, including a long struggle and history with cancer. I am proud of her for continuing a journey of happiness.

Car Rides and Jo

This is Jo admiring the car ride, wishing he too was small enough to sit in the little hot rod. All three of the men in my life are huge car fans, and this ride was a big hit. Jo had a lot of fun on this day, there were a lot of first for him.

Wilder Rides

The boys making a run for it at the Wilder event during the 4th. No smiles, but I assure you they were having fun. Serious drivers I guess.

4th of July

During the 4th of July we were blessed with the ability to go and visit our family in Southern Idaho. The boys were able to see horses in the parade, along with an awesome firetruck. The we went to a small town event in Wilder, Idaho, where the boys were able to see their grandmother and play. Later that night we experience the very awesome Homedale Demolition Derby and fireworks. The trip was fun and interesting.

Loving Brothers

Andrew is a kissy baby. Raymond is a talker and likes little physical affection from his brother. But, for some miraculous reason I was able to capture a moment of Andrew reaching out to his brother to make him feel better. They are so cute. I love them.

Outside Adventures

This is, believe it or not, a summer day and Raymond is wearing his coat. We have varying days here in Moscow. Some which are not so warm. This is at the end of July.

Playing soccer is something our family LOVES. Raymond and Andrew are our future soccer players. We were lucky to have such naturally talented boys, and a instinctive love for the sport. Both Jo and I are former soccer players, and have real passion while playing. Raymond is a very controlled player, while Andrew always goes for the big kick. I am so proud!

Spring 2008. The weather changed and Andrew has learned to rife a bike. We follow him closely, as he likes to launch from the top of the hills around our apartment complex. Watching him grow in to a big boy has been rewarding. Next he will be driving the car. After all, he has already learned how to start it.

Kisses and Pictures

We have so much more to come. I have been inspired by so many great friends blogs. I just couldn't help but try it out.

I am thankful Jo finally shave his goatee. He has a clean shave and is a new man. Well, he looks different. He is camera shy, not angry. He only stayed for the kiss. This is us, Glenda and Jo (Jonathan). Also known as JoJo, Jobe and bumpy. Bumpy because his bottom is always out there and bumping me.

Hidden Blessings: Things Gone Wrong!

This is my wonderful car. It has taken me many miles in the last year. True, I have only had my car for a little over a year. Yet, it has manage to test my patients many, many times since this winter when I kicked the tire for making a funny noise. Now, usually I don't truly believe in Karma, but I think my car was getting me back. I then had to replace all four tires. No, I did not kick it that hard. It was the snow that beat me up the hills. Then I had the have the air filter replaced and ten minutes later my car broke down. This is the fortunate part. My blessing in disguise. The car had just stopped because the air filter had not been plugged in, but when the car was examined my breaks were nearly done for. A bolt holding it together was almost snapped in half. The auto shop said it most definitly would have led to an accident. Still, my car felt it needed a couple more visits to the shop. Something about the computer in it not functioning. I don't pretend to understand. All will be happy to know, I gave my lovely car a big hug and I think it will all work out now.

My Superheros

Raymond and Andrew dressed as Superman and Batman for Halloween. They took turns wearing the costumes, so we had to stop and change them throughout the day. Earlier Andrew was Superman and he swept the mall for candy and the whim of little girls. Raymond was Batman attacking the destructive "Superman-Andrew." By the end of our Tower hunt for candy Raymond was the good guy holding my hand down all twelve flights of stairs. If I look a little tired in this picture it is because someone has to prepare their run to save the world :).