We took the boys and a friend up to the Bridger land 3D Classic in Cache Valley this past weekend. There were 30 different wildlife targets set at all different yards ranging from 15 yards to 55 yards. We just did the fun shoot but there were people also competing for money. We had a great time- (Notice the pink one right in the center?) It's mine.... Bulls eye! Silly boys-girls can shoot good too!

Caution-Student Driver

Yes--- It's true we now have a student driver in the house! Kyle got his learners permit. Now days the kids can get a permit at age 15 if they can pass the written and eye test. Once he turns 15 1/2 he will take Drivers Ed and then at 16 he will get his actual license. It's amazing how fast kids grow and mature, I'm not sure I'm ready for this stage of his life-Yikes!

Happy Birthday Kyle #15

Oh my how time flies! Kyle turned 15 today- He decided he wanted to go to breakfast at Jeremiah's and then go snow mobiling. We had a fun time spending the day together. He stays really busy with homework and Lacrosse it was nice to have a fun day in this wonderful spring like weather. We had family over for warm brownie sundaes and then tomorrow he will go and get his learners permit. I can't believe he will be driving already. They get their learners permit these days before any drivers ed classes. He will be able to drive as long as a parent is in the vehicle with him. He will take drivers ed when he is 15 1/2 and then at 16 he will get his drivers license. We are so happy to be blessed with such a good kid-We LOVE you Kyle.

Happy Birthday Kolt #12

My goodness I can't believe Kolt is already 12-We celebrated his Birthday with family over for his favorite treat- Mint chocolate chip Ice cream cake! Kolt stays busy right now shooting in his Archery League- Before we know it he will be gearing up for Lacrosse-There is never a dull moment around here! The boys love to hunt, fish camp and ride horses and do just about anything outdoors. We are so lucky to have this little guy in our family. We Love you Kolt!

New Years Eve- Archery Shoot

 We had a fun night New Years Eve- Every year the Brigham Bowman Archery club throws a New Years party- We all brought pot luck finger foods and played it up until midnight! They had all kinds of fun games set up- We shot at clay pigeons, hanging stuffed animals, Christmas tree ornaments, balloons and even played 21- It was nice to enjoy the holiday as a family.

Christmas 2011

Kyle got a Garmin GPS it has a walkie talkie, maps and camera all with a touch screen! He also got a new sleeping bag and a bunch of stuff for ice fishing.

This year Kolt will finally be able to hunt big game so he wanted a muzzle loader! He also got a new scope and range finder so this fall he will be set! He also got a bunch of ice fishing stuff- Looks like I'm gonna have a bunch of free time this winter!!!

We all got spoiled for Christmas this year- Shawn got a bunch of stuff for the Jeep-(aka his girlfriend!) He also got a bunch of stuff for ice fishing and some things for the horses.

I got a new laptop and a new android phone! I also got a really cute mirror for my hall way- I have had my eye on it for the last 2 years in Vegas. I also got a really cute concho belt- Needless to say we all made out pretty darn good this year!

Vegas NFR 2011

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We had another great year in Vegas for the National Finals Rodeo! My sister and her husband joined us this year and I think they are hooked too! It was really fun to cheer on our Utah cowboys Cody Wright, Jesse Wright, Olin Hanam and cowgirl Jody Sheffield. Utah was lucky enough to crown a new world champ in the bareback riding-Kaycee Fields. The weather was nice the shopping was wonderful what else could you ask for!

Kyle's First Elk

Wyoming Elk Hunt 2011 Kyle was able to bag a big one for his first Elk ever! I think he is hooked just like his dad. Grandpa bagged his 2nd 6 point in 2 years too. It dang sure was not easy- listening to all the stories riding the horses in the dark, crawling through snowy meadows on hands and knees, horses struggling to get throught the rough country- Man am I glad Elk hunting is for BOYS! They had so much fun together and it's so neat to think of all the fun memories they are creating together. Now it looks like we are going to have to make room in the garage for Kyle's trophy wall! Way to go Bud Ü

Punkin Patch

The last couple years the boys have had a Punkin Stand! They have done so well it just amazes me. We purchase the pumpkins, straw and cornstalks from a guy that works for Shawn and then we turn around and sell it. The boys are resposible for keeping it stalked and helping the old ladies load the pumkins in their car. It's so cute to watch them interact with the customers. They run to the money box each day after school to see how much they earned for the day. So far this year they are over $500.00 and we still have 2 weeks left. They love it because they get all the money- They earn they get to keep it! Unloading more pumpkins

Shawn & Bren loading up the bins of pumpkins

Loading Straw

The boys cute little stand in the morning.

Within just a day or two it looks like this and they have to start all over again! Keeps them busy! If your ever in our neck of the woods stop by and pick some up your front porch will LOVE you!

Redneck Skate Boarding

I Just had to giggle when I looked outside my window and seen these silly boys skate boarding in cowboy boots! Oh how I love my REDNECK Douglas boysÜ