Nixon and Blake, Best Buddies

Nixon and Blake have a cute relationship. They love to play together. Nixon wants to play with Blake every day, when he hears that Blake is coming over, he makes me open the front blinds, he gets Carsyn's pink play chair and sits and waits by the window until he comes. If Blake doesn't come right away, Nixon grabs my hand, pulls me to the window and says "where is he mommy, he's not coming!" It is the funniest thing to hear when Nixon calls Blake "Blakie" Blake will say "my name is not Blakie!!!" I'm so glad my kids have their cousins near by, they all have so much fun!

Easter

 We spent Easter with both families. Saturday with the Simpson's and Sunday with the Race's, our kids love Easter egg hunts.  

Happy 11th Anniversary Brad

Wow it has been 11 years since we got married! Time flies when your having fun! Three kids later and we're still going strong!

 Ten Reasons Why I Love Brad    

#1 He is a wonderful husband!  

#2 He is very funny  

#3 He is a great Dad!  

#4 He is a hard worker  

#5  He might not understand me but he sure tries  

#6  He likes the same things as me  

#7  He is handsome!!  

#8  He takes me to the temple  

#9  He loves his family  

#10  He is my Eternal Companion!!!!!

The Rockers

There is this great new band out, everyone needs to see them in concert. I was amazed to see how talented they are. Take a look, you will be impressed! The band consists of Brad Race, Dan Reno, Marc Whitezell, Cody Bennett, and Brock Bean! 

Wow they all Rock!!! 

Strike That Last Post

Forget about that last post about our home.  We decided to back out of it!! I couldn't be more excited!  I've been praying about it non stop and I seriously have been  worried , I've had a headache for four days, and I have been sick to my stomach,  about moving into that house right now. I guess that's how my prayers are answered. I kept trying to put those feelings out of my mind because I wanted to buy that house so bad, and so did Brad, but  tonight, Brad said maybe we should wait, and I finally have a peaceful feeling about it. Heavenly Father really does answer prayers!

House Hunting

House hunting is fun, the part that stinks is all the paperwork, counter offers, after counter offers and dealing with people that just want your money.  We think we found the one, they excepted our offer and now we just wait.  I am glad we don't have to wait 6 months to a year for this one to be built, the last two took forever. I love that we can move in and not have to worry about putting in a backyard or pouring more concrete, to me that  was all a headache, or should I say it was a headache for Brad!!! 

Our New Home

Happy Birthday Mom!

Today is my mom's 56th birthday! I just want to wish her a Happy Birthday and I hope she enjoys her day!  Happy Birthday Mom, I love you.  Your the best!!

Happy Birthday, Shelby!

Shelby turns 32 tomorrow and I just want to wish her a very Happy Birthday!  

Ten awesome things about Shelby, 

1  She is a wonderful Aunt. My kids love her!

2  She is a great mom

3  She's smart 

4  She knows everything about computers

5  She's made it through a lot of tough times!

6  She makes people laugh

7  She can beat anyone at "mercy"

8  She is beautiful

9  She is thoughtful 

10  She is a fun person to be around

Here are some pictures that I thought she would enjoy!

Happy Birthday Shelby!!!

 

Caden

Caden is our little instigator, he knows how to get Nixon and Carsyn worked up.  Everything is a competition, I think that's why he does so well at sports. He is a lot like is dad, in every aspect. Looks and personality.  

Right now he would love to be playing tackle football, the only thing is he doesn't weigh enough to play, I think he might have to wait another 3 years or so.  We'll stick with soccer and baseball for right now.

Carsyn

Carsyn has such a funny personality. She is the least shy of our kids, she's not afraid to show all the different moods she can have. Brad always says we are in trouble when she's older. She is a girly girl but she knows how to hold her own with her brothers! Carsyn is our hip hop dancer, she hated ballet and tap, but she sure is not scared to dance on stage if she is dancing hip hop!

Nixon

Nixon is my little buddy, while the other kids are at school, Nix and I hang out. He is a great shopping buddy, He knows Target in and out, he loves the samples at Costco, and knows right where to find the mini shopping carts at SaveMart. Lately, all Nixon wants to do is play cars with me or Brad or anyone for that matter, and ride his bike that he got for his birthday. He rides around our cul-de-sac, over and over again while his legs go a hundred miles a minute. It is so fun to watch him grow, I love that little guy. 

I must say, he sure knows how to make a mess. Any time he plays with his toys he has to dump everything out, this gets a little old. 

Check out my Slide Show!

Check out my Slide Show!

Las Vegas

We went to Vegas for Emma's 3rd Birthday. It was nice, the whole family came except for Josh, whom we missed. We hung out, watched cute little Emma at dance, stayed in "The Fiesta", went to Chuck E Cheese ( I forgot how much I can't stand pizza places, but the kids love it!), and did some Outlet shopping(my favorite). All in all we had a great time. All I can say is, thank Heavens for portable DVD players, without them our trip would have not turned out so well.  

The Newest Member of the Race Family

On December 28, 2007, Paul and Mariela had their first baby, Kenneth Ivan Race. He is tiny and very cute. He was in the hospital for a while but now he's home, and we are all so glad.

Happy New Years 2008 "Lego Land"

We had tons of fun and celebrated New Years at 6pm instead of midnight!

Nixon's 3rd Birthday Party!

Nixon loves his cousins.
A little shy.

We were sad Daddy had to be out of town working in the storms. We had to make do without him. Nixon is still in love with the cars from "Cars" the movie. Last year he wanted a " Speed" birthday, and this year was the same. Oh well, he knows what he wants, that's for sure.

Caden 7, Carsyn 5, Nixon 3

We sure love these kids. We wouldn't trade them for anything.

Nixon the sheep, or donkey?

Mary and two little angels.

Caden, the best Shepherd ever.

Race Family Nativity 2007

These guys really play the part.