Our Family

Our Family

Our life together

We were married on March 17, 2001. We have one daughter, Alexis who is 8 1/2 years old, one son, Levi who is 2 1/2, and another baby girl who will join our family in February 2012. We moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming 5 years ago and it has been the best decision we have made for our life. We have become closer as a family since we have moved here.

Saturday, January 23, 2010

Alexis' 7th birthday

Alexis also celebrated her 7th birthday (back in January). We had her party at Grandma Patti's house (per Alexis' request). It was great. We played duck-duck-goose and some other fun games. We also had a surprise dinner. Spaghetti is one of Alexis' favorite meals, so we made it special. Everyone had different types of dinnerware and silverware to eat with. Some ate out of pie plates, some out of frying pans, or a large mixing bowl. Some had to eat with a spatula, or an ice cream scoop, or even tongs. And since spaghetti is already a bit messy, the different utensils made it quite enjoyable.

Alexis was very specific about what kind of cake she wanted. It had to be chocolate cake with white icing on one side and white cake with chocolate icing on the other side. This was a pretty simple request, so of course we had to make it happen for the birthday girl.

Alexis was so excited about turning 7. She really has grown up this past year. I still can't believe that I have a 7 year old. Although some days her attitude is more of a 14 year old. (I know I am in for it when we hit the teenage years!) I am so happy to have Alexis as my first child. She is so loving and caring, and she is a wonderful big sister.







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Snow play

Since moving to Wyoming, there are some adjustments we've had to make. Since half of the year is winter time here, and very cold, we have to find other ways to occupy our time. Here is Alexis and her cousins getting pulled on their sleds by the riding lawnmower. I know it seems a little hillbilly, but it fits in here in Wyoming. And boy did they have a blast!
It's great to have such wonderful family here. It has truly been a blessing to have the opportunity to live close to Isaac's family. They are all such wonderful and loving people. I appreciate all the times we have spent together.
I do still miss my family back in Phoenix. They are all such important people in my life. The Benzel women are such strong women and are each an inspiration to me. I love you all.