KIDS HAVE AMAZING HEALING POWERS!!!

It was a cold, snowing, blowing, miserable day. The perfect day to be cuddled up in sweats and sitting by the fireplace. No such luck for me. I spent my day investigating crashes and standing out in the cold. Dealing with people who have just experienced one of the bigger investments being demolished. Working a 10 hours shift not having enough time to stop by the house for a cup of hot chocolate. I felt like I was the only working officer around and did it all myself. Notice I said "FELT." I was a little discouraged. I was broken (Grumpy, grouchy and a little mad).

Nothing could help me now. I came home late because that's just how my day went. I pulled into the driveway and saw Kyler, behind my snow blower, and a perfectly clean driveway. WOW!!

Did I see that right? Did I bump my head? My son Kyler?

Kyler met me with a smile..... Guess what I did Dad? I went through the neighbor hood and clean snow off of driveways for people who couldn't do it themselves.......

SERVICE

A parent always wonders if their children really hear and listen when they talk. We wonder what our kids will grow up to be like. Will they grow up to be helpful, to serve others and to be a good neighbor? Today he was!!!!

So, needless to say my mood was changed...... I have been reminded by one of my Hero's, My Son, that although I spent my day in the cold....... At work............ Away from my Hot Choco and Family......... I was Helping others, in their time of need... when they couldn't do it themselves.....

AND SO I WAS HEALED!!

i lOVE yOU kYLER !!!

All I want for Christmas is my Sanity !!

The last month has been so crazy around here I can't even think straight. With the boys playing Basketball and getting ready for the Holidays, I'm swamped. All week while I'm at work I look forward to my days off, but when I finally get one, my little princess keeps me so busy, nothing around the house gets done. Cooking, Cleaning, bath time and playtime. I have neglected hanging my Christmas lights and shoveling the snow. I AM getting better at ponytails !!

But I have stolen little time to work on something special for Jessica for Christmas. I can't give it away yet!


Kyler has been suffering from a broken Clavicle.... (Collar Bone) He had to miss most of the b ball season but stills offers support by going to the games. Kyler and his buddies were messing around at school and taking turns tackling each other while the other wasn't looking. I'm sure it was all in fun but when Kyler was tackled he landed wrong and SNAP !! Off to the DR. office.



He is a strong kid though, I can't keep him down. He does way more than the Dr. says he should. We'll just rest him up for baseball season.

Zachary is now finishing up the B Ball season. Saturday is his last game. Zac is the oldest and biggest on his team and a lot is expected from him. Sports don't come as natural to Zac as they do to Kyler but Zac is one of the best on the team. I'm not saying the other kids suck. I'm saying Zac trys hard and practices hard to be good. I have the chance to be an assistant coach for both Zac and Kyler so I get to practice them where they need it. Zac is a rebounding fool now. Sorry no picture of Zac crashing the boards.

Jessica and I attempted our very 1st ever Xmas card. It was a lovely experience. The lighting was difficult and the camera settings didn't seem to work out just right. But we made it through it as most of you know, You probably already have the card.

I was being used as a dummy and I wasn't maintaining my cool..

I don't even know how she does that.

Kyler and Zac were ready!!!!! Alyvia and DAD still messing around...

But when it all comes together, and we remember what the Christmas Season is all about.

GIVING

FAMILY

THE BIRTH OF CHRIST

(presents) no just kidding

You get PERFECTION !!!

Intro from Idaho

Inspiration I believe is what drives us mostly to do what we do.

Having a recent Birthday Blog posted by The Morticians Daughter I was inspired by my FAVORITE sister ( its what she calls herself) to start this Blog. I soon realized it was a great way to keep in touch with family and friends, though miles apart. I'll admit, I didn't know what a BLOG was until reading Zandra's but I thought I'd give it a try.

I am a Husband and father of 3. I am married to the most beautiful woman alive, I believe. Jessica and I have been married going on 12 years now. The time has pasted so fast. We were married at the ripe old age of 18 (me) and 19 (her) so if you're counting we're still young. We live in Idaho and it's potato capital, Blackfoot. It is a great place to raise a family and enjoy life. Idaho has anything you like to do. Hunting, fishing, hiking , camping, swiming, skiing, and much more...

Kyler is my oldest son. His name was found from a middle name of my Favorite sister's son, Torbjor Ky. I liked Ky, so we changed it a little so we wouldn't be name stealing. Kyler is 11 and full of life. Kyler is some what like his father, easy to get along with, the class clown. Kyler is very athletic, it comes so natural for him. Having parents that both played sports through highschool Kyler is built for it. Kyler plays Football, Baseball and Basketball. Its almost to much to handle as a parent. As well as sports Kyler is beginning to enjoy Boy Scouts. He is a good student when he takes the time to complete homework. Kyler also enjoys one of my favorite pastimes in the summer, WAKEBOARDING!!!

Four years after Kyler, Zachary was born. Zachary never slows down. He goes from 100 miles an hours to not being able to wake him. Zac is a great kid. He is a good student and his teachers love him. Zac also palys Baseball and Basketball but I believe when we cut him loose on the Football feild we will see Zac shine. Zac is a roughneck. He is built like me but has more heart. Zac is a helpful boy and loves being in the mix.

Alyvia is the final chapter. Trying one last time we got our little princess. She took the opportunity to wrap her dad around her finger the moment she was born. Livi came almost 7 weeks early and decided to stay in the hospital for a while. This made dad and mom protect her even more. I tease Zac and Kyler about Livi getting everything she wants, but I think if you ask them dad's not teasing. She is so beautifull and I'm glad I've started my shotgun collection, because 14 years from now when boys come knocking for dates with my little girl, I'm gonna need them.

Jessica and I are truly blessed to live in a nice house we can call home. We enjoy spending time with family and it is important for both of us. Jessica works at Carol Holm Financial as a Adminstrative Assistant. She loves the ladies she works with but at times wishes she was at home with the kids. I work as a Sheriff's Deputy. Yep, I'm a cop. My schedule is great so I have alot of time to help out at home. I get much more time with my kids than alot of dad's do. I'm grateful I get to watch my kids grow and play and I get to enjoy thier lives with them. Not many dad's can say that.

And when a man loves and women, you get happily ever after. Unless the women doesn't love the man back then you get a restraining order.

And so far....... She loves me back !!!