Tyler's Kindergarten Graduation

He did it!  My Ty graduated!!  He sang each song so well and knew every word.  He sang loud and clear and in such a deep voice, he kind of stood out - I think he kind of carried the class in the whole thing (but that's just a proud momma talkin).  He was so cute and was all smiles when it was done.  We love you Ty, you are such a smart little guy and we're so glad that you're in our family.

Ty saying his part "A is for America. We began each day with the pledge of allegence".

And then leading his class in the pledge.

The kids really got into this song, it was way cute!

Ty and Mrs. Murray-he loved his teacher!!  He still says he misses her

Some of Ty's family who got to come and enjoy the program

Happy 9th Birthday Nic

May 18, 2010

Yeah, I know I'm a little behind.  But I'm not going to try to update all of the happenings of the past couple months, just the really important ones because obviously I'm a little strapped for time and can't seem to keep up with anything.  Anways, Nic's birthday was a fun one.  We took his cousin Tanner and friends Austin and Javen to the Fun Park and played lazer tag.  They had a blast!  Nic got heely's which he's wanted for years now, a new bike and a bunch of other fun stuff.  We are so grateful to have this little guy in our family.  He's been so much fun, he's very talented and has a very kind heart.  We love you Nic.  Happy Birthday!!

Shalee....

Oh, did we have fun!!  I got to photograph a sweet girl from here in Franklin named Shalee.  We laughed more than anything.  Here are a few of my favorites and her graduation announcement which I got to design for her.

Preschool is done :) ;'(

So I don't know whether to smile about this, or cry??  This has been the funnest year for preschool.  The kids were so enjoyable and so sweet.  They worked so hard everyday and we accomplished so much.  We did a little graduation program on the last day for parents and grandparents and they were so cute!

I gave the kids each a licorice rope for graduation that I had shaped into a heart and attached this little poem I wrote.  I had to share because it turned out so cute :)

This licorice can do all sorts of amazing things it’s no ordinary eat,

Just give it a try and you’ll see; licorice is a special kind of treat.
In a wink it can smile, in a blink it can frown,
In a moment it can wave at you or even be a crown.
It can do all sort of amazing things before you gobble it down.
It can be a little jump rope; it can tie in a big knot,
Just try it you will see, it can do a lot!
But I’m giving this treat to you so you can make a heart,
I hope you’ll know that in my heart you have a special part.
Use your imagination, spread your wings and fly!
If you can dream it, you can achieve it; do not let your chance pass by.
Love- Mrs. Gina

time with Grandma & Grandpa Swendsen

For Mother's Day we invited my parents over and made them a yummy dinner.  The kids had a blast spending time with Grandma & Grandpa.

my pretty little Adrianna...

This young lady has been such a blessing in my life.  I got to have a mini-photo shoot of Adrianna so she had some pics for the Idaho Days Pageant and a modeling thing that she's working on.  I just love this girl!

Easter egg hunt...

The Easter egg hunt this year was...how do I say this?...FREEZING!!  I mean really, candy and eggs in the snow?  What fun is that?  Actually, the kids had a ball and got plenty of candy.  They ended up with 7 full-sized candybars between them.  Josh loved the Hershey bar :) 

It also happened to be my 30th birthday that day and my sweet friend Colleen surprised me with a cake that she and her daughters made.  I have such sweet friends and family that made my day a good one.