The 7th Bitthdays

They are 7! What a great birthday they had. Two days of celebration. It began on Friday the 15th, where they took cupcakes to their class. They were also able to give some to some of the other teachers and staff, which they were happy with. They were so excited to go to school and it was fun for them to have their class celebrate their birthdays.

On Saturday the 16th, Allen had to work in the morning but he was able to take the afternoon off where we went to Pizza Pie Cafe (aka Craigo's) for lunch. I told them they couldn't have dessert pizza because we were having cake. Then I decided, who cares? It's their birthday. So, they had a great time there.

Then back home where we got ready for "the party". My parents and my uncle came over for cake and ice cream and the opening of the presents.

I let both of the girls choose a birthday cake. We ordered them from Sam's club, and I loved that I got two for the price of one at Sam's club - which was cheaper than anywhere in Rexburg. It was great too because they have such different personalities. Which it obviously shines through in their choice.

The cake was great. McKenna's was chocolate with buttercream frosting and Kylie's was white with whipped frosting. So, it appeased everyone with them being so different. However, the problem with twins is that you can't just eat one piece of cake. You have to take one from each so they both feel loved.

Cake was quickly eaten and forgotten so the presents could be opened. It looked like Christmas at our house. McKenna got a lot of things to do outside, Kylie got a lot of art like stuff. McKenna got a pogo stick, which has been fun watching her try. Kylie's favorite so far is a little palm electronic device that has different games on it.

Braden of course very upset that he can't open the presents. I know I shouldn't laugh but sometimes his little facial expressions are hilarious!

Overall, they had a great birthday! We can't believe they're seven!

Ty's School Play

For quite a few months now the fourth graders at South Fork have been practicing and preparing for a play. Lines were sent home to memorize. A CD of songs that they would be singing was sent home to practice. A couple of dress rehearsals done. Finally, on Thursday the 14th, it was time for the actual performance. As the class all walked in, we kept looking for Tyler. We couldn't find him. Finally, we picked him out of the crowd. It wasn't an easy task. Unfortunately, my flash wasn't good enough at all to get one in the gym, but I took a picture of him after it was over. Poor Braden didn't recognize him at all. As Tyler was walking towards us after it was over, Braden was so panicked. He wasn't comfortable at all with this stranger hanging out with us. Tyler quickly got the make up off his face and I quickly snapped this picture in front of their backdrop. Braden was quite happy to see Tyler at this point! Tyler did such an excellent job. He was on of the very few who had all of his lines memorized and all together the class did wonderfully. It was fun to watch and forever we will have some of those songs stuck in our head.

Freezer

While I understand this post will hold no interest for most of you, it is extremely exciting for us. We got an upright freezer! It is so awesome! Even our kids LOVE it. Tyler took all of these pictures. We are excited because this means that now when we go to Sam's club, if we want to buy 2 bags of chicken, we have somewhere to put it! Think of all of the meals I can make and freeze ahead of time. Extremely exciting for all of us. I think it will easily pay itself off quickly with what we will save on buying in bulk and not eating out because we don't have anything on hand. Another great part. It locks. YEP! It has its own key and everything. Definitely an exciting thing in the Jones house last week!