The Barker Family

Happy Birthday Kenedee!!

2010-05-05T14:36:00.014-06:00

I can't believe our little girl is 4 already. Time goes by way too fast.

For Kenedee's Birthday we had a big family party at Grandma Olson's house.

The day before her Birthday I told her I would take her and a friend to do

whatever she wanted. She told me she just wanted to take Ava to eat at CPK

and then get their fingernails painted. They had so much fun!!

Happy Birthday Kenedee. We are so lucky to have such a fun, sweet little girl in our family. You can always make us laugh and you have the cutest personality. You are so smart and always have something funny to say. Thanks for being such a sweet girl and a great big sister. We love you sis!

SINCE OUR LAST POST!!

2009-11-16T21:35:00.025-07:00

Since our last post was over 2 months ago, I am going to cram
a bunch of stuff into one giant post with lots of pictures so here goes!
And it is also true that we have some good news and I am just about 3 months
pregnant with our 3rd baby and are so excited but just hope I can stop throwing up.

Disney's Princesses on Ice!

On Friday we took the kids to Disney on ice and had
so much fun and Kenedee was in Heaven.

Brooks favorite part was Dopey and Snow White.

Halloween 09

Everyone loved Brooks Dopey Costume!

The kids and some of their cousins at Grandmas house.

Deeds was Snow White and we did the spray painting on her hair 3
different nights and were glad when Halloween was over!

California

We had the oppurtunity to take the kids to California for a week. We spent 5 days in Disneyland, one day at Sea World, and one day at Knotts Berry Farms. The kids had such a good time and Kenedee is already asking when we are going back. We got to eat lunch with all the Princesses and Kenedee was in Heaven and we also got to eat at Goofy's Kitchen and Have Breakfast with Minnie and friends. This was so much fun to see the kids interact with all the Characters and just spend time as a family. Nates parents got to fly down and spend a couple days with us and that was alot of fun to have them there. We can't wait to go again. Here are just some of the 650 pictures we took while we were there!!!

This was at Goofy's kitchen.

Brooks still asks to wear his Mickey hat almost everyday.

I swear we went on the teacups like 15 times in 5 days!

Kenedee with her favorite princess!

She loved the castle.

Seaworld.

The kids loved Minnie and Mickey and Kenedee had to get their autographs everytime we saw them which was alot.

I will try really hard not to get this far behind again but I kinda have an excuse. We lost the memory card that had all of our pictures on it and just recently found it. Hope you enjoyed that long post!!!

THE PAST MONTH

2009-08-26T22:30:00.037-06:00

We have been super busy the past month. Here are some pictures of what we have been up too.

THE ZOO!

We loved the penguins.

Deeds watching the Zebras.

Cute little Brooks!

Deeds posing on the Carousel.

Watching the Elephants.

Kenedee and Brooks.

The Kids were fascinated by these Lion drinking fountains.

BRIAN'S GRADUATION POOL PARTY!
My brother in-law graduated from BYU'S MBA program, so Rachelle threw him a pool party at this sweet pool.

Madeline, Mckinley and Kenedee.

Brooks loves the water.

Kenedee being sassy.

LAGOON!

Brooks wasn't so shure about this ride.

We couldn't get him off the car.

Dad and Deeds on the swings.

Kenedee was a little nervous on her first ride of the day.

Brooks loved the Dragon ride.

Our little Princess.

BRANDON AND EMILY'S WEDDING!
My little brother got married, and we are so happy for them

Madison,Kenedee and Ava.

As you can see our kids did not want their picture taken.

Cute little flower girls.

Nin,Colby,Kenedee,Ava.

Brandon and Emily. Congrats you two, we love yah!!

LAKE POWELL 2009

2009-08-02T16:12:00.023-06:00

We had such a good time this year, it was a little bit harder than usual because Nate could only stay for two days. He planned a fishing trip to Alaska with his dad and it happened to land on the same week as Lake Powell, so 5 days by myself with 2 kids in Lake Powell had me a little stressed. My great mom and sisters helped alot with the kids and we had so much fun this year.

Brooks loved helping Grandpa drive the boat.

At first Brooks freaked out when I put him in the sand but ended up loving it!

Rachelle, Chelsea and myself on the tube.

Brooks loves riding in the boat.

Deeds spent most of her time in the sand building what she thought was a castle!

Kenedee was a little afraid of the water this year, and would only get in if I was right there.

The kids and Uncle Brandon jumping off a small cliff at the ruins.

Brandon's getting pretty good at Wake Surfing!

Tyler, Kenedee, Chelsea, Ashlynn.

Mckinley and Kenedee blowing bubbles.

Brooks was so tired, the sun just wore him out!

Our little princess in her cute Zebra suit

Kenedee loves Grandma.

Emily and Kenedee.

Colby, Kaleb, Kenedee.

Kenedee and Maddy.

I love to Wake Surf!

Mom and Kenedee.

We had such a good time this year. Lake Powell is one of our favorite places and we cant wait to go again!!!

FINALLY AN UPDATE

2009-07-19T21:41:00.033-06:00

It's been so long since our last post, that I'm just putting the last couple of months into one big post. Enjoy!

For The Past 2 Years, We've Taken All The Managers, From The Greenhouse, And Their Spouses To The Cabin For A Company Retreat. This Year We Had A Blast At The Pickleville Playhouse, The Beach, & Playing On The 4-Wheelers

All The Girls @ Pickleville Playhouse

Marlee Jo, Me, Mom, & Autumn

Soccer On The Beach

All The Ladies

Kurt & Marlee Jo

Headed Out On A 4-Wheeler Ride

Rick & Trudy

QUICK TRIP TO THE CABIN FOR THE 4TH OF JULY

Our Skipper

Nin Working The Kneeboard

Brandon & Brooks

Emily and Deeds.

Me and Nin.

Chelsea and Ash.

Brooks enjoying his milk.

BOATING AT SAND HOLLOW IN ST.GEORGE

Me on the surfboard!

Mom and Brooks chillin in the shade.

Brandon learning how to surf.

Brandon was showing us his moves in his sexy new $5.00 swimsuit from Wal Mart!

Our Sweet little Kenedee!

Spring Break in St. George

2009-04-23T21:56:00.013-06:00

So we headed down to St.George for Spring Break with all the girls and the kids. We had alot of fun going to the pool, the park, shopping and just hanging out at the house. We wish it would have been a little bit warmer but I guess 65-70 degrees beats the snow that we got at home. Kenedee had to get like 4 pairs of sunglasses and so Brooks thought that he needed some too. The kids had so much fun with all their cousins and we wish aunt Rachelle and her kids could have came too. We had a great time and hope to go again soon. Thanks mom and dad for letting us stay at the house.

EASTER 2009

2009-04-19T23:54:00.012-06:00

We had such a great easter this year. We started off Easter with the annual easter egg hunt in Santaquin. We decided to take Deeds to that one because her cousins were going to be there.It was freezing cold and we could barely get her out of Nates arms to hunt eggs.

Then there was Easter Sunday. We woke the kids up to see what the Easter bunny brought, and then had to hurry up and get ready for 9 am church. Kenedee was so excited to see everything she got and Brooks just wanted the eggs that were balls because they are his favorite. Then we hit both the grandmas houses and the kids had so much fun with all their cousins.

...Are You Kidding Me?...

2009-03-26T07:06:00.011-06:00

So Tuesday afternoon I headed home from work at about 4pm to meet a friend that wanted to look at our house. Nothing special about the day, just another day. Well, until about 30 seconds later.

I stopped at the stop-sign just on the corner of the property of the greenhouses, looked left, looked right, didn't see anything so I hit the gas to go across the highway and take the back roads to our house. A second later, DAMN! I didn't see car coming down the highway at 55-60 mph and I pulled right in front of her.

After impact, I spun a 180 and then rolled twice, (I think), I couldn't keep track with all of the glass flying all over the place and bouncing around the inside of the truck. I ended up in the passenger seat, sitting upright. No, I wasn't wearing my seat belt. I never forget to put the stupid thing on, but I was in a hurry and didn't remember. To be honest, I think that this was 1 in a million times when it was better that I didn't have my belt on. As you can tell from the pictures, the entire drivers side of the cab is crushed so I think I'd be a lot worse off if I was sitting in that seat the entire time.

After everything stopped, I climbed out of the passenger window as fast as I could to make sure that the other driver was OK. I was scared that I had just killed someone. I ran over to the lady's car and she was conscious and said she was OK, but she waited until the EMTs got there to move from the position that she was in.

All I can say is that I'm LUCKY! I feel humbled to be alive and not injured badly. All I got was a couple scraps on my face and some cuts on my hands. I haven't heard how the lady is, but I hope she's OK. Thank goodness for trucks. I've always believed that if you're in a bad wreck, you're better off in a big truck then a little sedan. I loved my truck, but I guess I'll have to start looking for a new one. Anyone know of a sweet deal on a new GMC Duramax???

My Sweet Boy's 1st Birthday!!!

2009-03-11T00:06:00.011-06:00

I cannot believe it, my big blue eyed baby boy is ONE. Where has the time gone? It seems like only yesterday I held him in my arms for the first time. Brooks has been such a joy to our family, he is the happiest baby and he is so stinking cute. He is walking and has been since he was nine months. He is learning to talk and everytime I give him something he wants he says Thank You Mama. When he drops something he says Ah Oh, and when I say his name he says What. The past year has been so much fun with him and I love being a mom. I wish they could just stay little forever and snuggle with us. Happy Birthday Brooks we all love you so much.

We kicked off his Birthday a few days early with a combined B-day party with his cousin Linken at Grandma Barker's house where he loved the frosting on his cake.

On his birthday we took him to Chuch E Cheese where he was fearless and wanted to ride all the rides. He got lots of fun presents, and I think his favorite are his 4 Wheeler and his Lightning McQueen car. He had so much fun playing with all his little cousins and he gets so excited when all the kids get together. Thanks to everyone who came and made this day so fun for Brooks. Oh yah and along with the help of Aunt Summer I made the birthday cake. Not to shabby.

Finally pictures of Hawaii

2009-03-10T23:08:00.010-06:00

Hawaii was a blast, it has to be the prettiest place on earth. We spent 10 days in Maui in 80 degree weather. We only got rained on the last two days and let me tell you it poured so hard we could hardly go outside. My favorite part was probably the Whale watching that was so much fun. It was peak season for whales so they were everywhere, one actually swam right under our boat. We ate at the best little cafe every morning for breakfast it's called the Kihei cafe so if you ever go to Maui and stay in Kihei you have to eat there. Our hotel was right on the ocean so we had a great view all the time. We had lots of fun and hope to go back someday.

ALOHA!!!!!!

2009-01-18T22:47:00.002-07:00

Well it's finally here, tomorrow morning we leave for Hawaii. It is kinda bittersweet because I am so excited to go, but so sad to leave my kids for ten days. I know that tomorrow is going to be hard and I am probably going to cry my eyes out. Kenedee will be ok for the most part but Brooks is going to have a hard time, he is such a mamas boy. My wonderful sister Summer is going to keep them for us,so I know that they are in good hands. I dont think I will be able to sleep at all tonight I will be to excited and anxious but thats good cause then maybe I will get to sleep on the 6.5 hour plane ride. I will post some pics when we return, so for all of you enjoy this freezing cold weather and peace out!

Our house will be finished when we get home too, so I will post some pictures of that also.

ChRiStMaS 2008

2008-12-28T19:34:00.011-07:00

We spent our Christmas up to the Cabin in Bear Lake this year. It's a tradition with the Olson side to go up with EVERYONE and take Christmas with us. It gets more chaotic every year. This year we had 3 more kids then we had last year. We're starting to run out of room for all of the gifts. This year we had 11 adults and 12 kids so it was a FULL house. We love getting together with everyone, though. We're lucky that everyone gets along so well and we all have a good time.

Of course, EVERYONE got spoiled. Our kids especially. Kenedee was SO excited to see all of her Disney Princess stuff. It was so much fun to watch her get overly excited about everything she opened.

Brooks got spoiled with a bunch of toys. His favorite, it seems, are his Drums and his Zoo. He's so much fun. He's walking all over the place now and must be the happiest kid ever. All he ever does is laugh and play all day long.

Nate and I both got some nice surprises. He gave me a cute KitchenAid mixer to match our new kitchen, a beautifully framed painting of the SLC Temple, and then I got spoiled with the usual clothes and such.

I surprised Nate with a signed BYU football helmet. He'd mentioned to me that he'd love to have one signed by Hall, Pitta, Unga, & Collie and I told him there was no way I could ever get that done. Little did he know, I called our "connection" with the Cougar Club and he took care of everything. Thanks Jeramiah! He also got spoiled with the usual clothes.

The kids did some sledding down our man-made bobsled track. Grandpa Bart took the time to make it and the kids loved it.

Nate, Brian, and my dad (Bart) went snowmobiling the day after Christmas and as usual, were crazy and had a ton of fun. Nate got a little too daring with a cornice and rolled the sled sideways. Luckily, no one got hurt. They have way too much fun when they go. So much, that they never let us girls go out with them.

We had a ton of fun this year at the cabin playing games, pulling late nighters with board/card games and just having fun with everyone. Thanks Mom & Dad for making this happen every year. Hopefully there's more to come in the future.

A Quick Update!

2008-12-03T22:37:00.002-07:00

Our lives have been so busy lately that we haven't had time to do a post on all the changes that are going on with us. First off for those of you who dont know we sold our house at the end of October and are now living in Santaquin with my parents. We are building a new home in Spanish Fork, our foundation is poured and they should start framing it this week. Our builder is telling us we will be in by February and we are so excited.

The kids are doing great. Brooks started crawling a couple months ago, and is now starting to take his first steps, he is no pro yet but it is so fun to watch him try to walk I cant believe how fast he is growing up. Kenedee is just her usual busy self, and she is so excited for Christmas. Every day for the past week she has woke up and asked me "Mom is it Christmas today?" It breaks my heart to see the look on her face when I tell her no, but I know it will be worth the wait on Christmas morning, she gets so excited about everything. She is so funny, we took her to see Santa and she told him she just wanted a baby, a stroller and everything, we just laughed. I love my little kidos and am so thankful for them. There is no greater blessing than that of being a mother. Nate is busy as ever with work and school, I just want to take the time to thank him for all of his hard work that he does for me and the kids, we love yah babe. We are looking forward to Christmas and hope that we can all remember Christ and the true meaning of Christmas this year. We love all of you and hope that you have a GREAT Holiday Season.

P.S. I will get some new pictures posted hopefully within the next couple days!

Girls Night!

2008-11-10T20:38:00.007-07:00

Me and some girlfriends went out this past weekend for a girls night. We did some shopping, ate some grub at CPK, and then headed back to Al's house for some girl talk. It was lots of fun. Thanks girls for such a fun night, we definetely need to do it more often.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

2008-11-10T20:17:00.005-07:00

This year for Halloween Nate and I decided to dress up too. In Case you can't tell we were Shrek and Fiona, and the kids were Arial and Flounder it was so much fun. Kenedee loved the fact that Nate and I were dressed up.

Me, Al, and Chanel took the kids trick or treating at the mall.

Kenedee and Aurora were both little mermaid and they were so cute!

COUGAR FOOTBALL!!!

2008-10-08T21:41:00.001-06:00

Last weekend we went with Brig & Brittany to see the Cougars take on Utah State. It was a fun game to be at, even though the Cougs played like crap. They should have man-handled the Aggies, but hey, a win is a win right? After the game we got some tasty Coldstone Ice Cream and then drove up to the cabin to spend the night. It was a quick trip but it was fun to get away and Brig & Brittany are a riot to be with. Thanks guys, for the fun weekend. We'll have to do it again for sure!

Bobby w/ our Future BYU Cougar

What can we say, We're a BYU Fam... Brooks loved the game, but Kenedee would've never sat still, so she went upto the cabin early with Bobby's sister.

After 3 quarters of action, Brooks was pooped and snuggled up with his dad for the rest of the game.

Brig, Brittany & Their growing Future BYU Cougar

One Last Trip To Powell For The Year!

2008-10-02T21:51:00.013-06:00

This past weekend we headed down to Powell for one last trip brfore the cold weather hits. We went with our good friends Kip, Erika and their little Kennedy and a bunch of their family and friends. There is nothing quite like Lake Powell in September, not too hot but hot enough. We couldn't have asked for better weather while we were there, it was so beautiful. We had so much fun surfing, tubing on the Molecule and just relaxing. Thanks Kip and Erika for inviting us, we hope there are alot more trips in the future.

Our Trip To The Cabin

2008-09-11T21:51:00.002-06:00

This past weekend we took some friends and headed up to the old Cabin at Bear Lake. We had so much fun just Relaxing, Boating, and riding The 4 Wheelers. We did however have a small incident with the boat. We packed up and headed to the beach in the boat. The guys went out and played for a while and the girls chilled on the beach with the kids, when they came back they said that the battery was getting low on juice, and then the battery went dead on us. Now this can be a small problem when it is starting to get cold, dark and you have 12 kids under the age of 5. Luckily we found an awesome family who was willing to take Nate around to the marina to get the battery out of his truck to temporarily put in the boat until we made it back. Now you have to know that the marina was on the other side of the lake so we are talking a 30 minute drive. While Nate was gone we realized that he left his keys to his truck in the boat, so he had to break into the truck to get the battery. When he returned they weren't sure if the battery was going to work and thought it was a bad idea to load 12 kids in the boat and get out in the middle of the lake in the dark and have the battery stop working, so they left us girls and the kids behind and headed across the lake and said if they were not back in and hour to call search and rescue. So this nice family took us and our 12 kids into their cabin and fed us and kept us warm. The boys did make it across the lake and brought the cars back to get us. It turned out to be a good thing because we made friends with this cute family.Thanks Kortni and Karli. Besides the boat incident we had a great time and want to thank everyone who came and made it so much fun.

To Bobby...

2008-09-02T18:39:00.006-06:00

Well, We made it 4 years. It's crazy to think that it's been that long. Time has flown by and it's gone by even faster since we started having kids. There's nothing that I value more than our family. My love for you grows each and every day and I can't imagine life without you. Even though there are times when I want to get away by myself and blow off some steam, I still love you! It's those hard times that bring us even closer. I can honestly say that you're my best friend in the world and I wouldn't change that for anything.

I love thinking back to when we first met. I'll always remember how fast you and your friend's heads snapped back as you passed me in the parking lot of the offices. Not that I'm being cocky or anything, but you have to admit, it was pretty funny. The next 6 months were some of the funnest of my life before I left for the mission.

Thanks for waiting for me... at least for the first little bit anyways. I always knew in the back of my mind that you'd still be there when I got home. Even though you did Dear John me. It's all good though 'cause the day I got the letter, me and 5 other elders spent a couple hours throwing darts at your picture. We couldn't quit until we got both of your eyes. Your right eye was pretty elusive for quite a while, but someone finally nailed it.

Seriously though, Thanks for all you do. I couldn't ask for a better wife/best friend/mother to my kids. We've got the cutest kids around for sure and I credit it to you. You're a knockout and you've passed it down to our kids. You're an awesome mom. Our kids love you and you do so much to make sure that they are always having fun. Kenedee idolizes you. I hope she turns out just like you. Maybe not so much when it comes down to your OCD with cleaning, or your constant back-seat driving, but everything else for sure.

Thanks for being understanding when I want to take off and go golfing with the guys or hunting with my brothers, or doing home improvement projects when you think it's not neccesary. Really, just thanks for putting up with me. I know it's hard sometimes.

I Love You Bobby and can't wait for the next 4 years.. heck lets make it 40..

-Your Best Friend,

-Nate

The Dog Days of August...

2008-08-31T19:05:00.000-06:00

Well, it's been a busy month and we've had a ton of fun. It's crazy to think that summer is over and now it's going to get cold. But we tried to do as much as we could this summer to make it one to remember. We for sure took advantage of the boat and escaped to the lake every chance we could get, but I think everyones seen enough of the boating pictures, for this year at least. Our brother-in-law, Cody, has always had a thing for demolition derbies and has been a contestant in the Payson Days Derby for quite a few years. They got rid of that derby, but someone finally got one going for the Utah County Fair. Cody couldn't resist and entered into it. Here's some pics of the excitement. By far the best derby we've ever been to.

Pioneer Day

2008-07-25T12:24:00.004-06:00

We started off the day at the Speedy Spaniard where I ran in the race. Then I took the kids to the parade with Rachelle and Allyson. Nate and I then took Kenedee to lunch and the Disney Store, she thinks that the Disney Store is Disneyland so it's great. To finish off the night we went to the Orem Owlz game with our kids, and enjoyed a fantastic firework show. We had so much fun!

Lake Powell Trip 2008

2008-07-22T00:05:00.005-06:00

We look forward to this vacation every year. We get to do alot of things but Lake Powell is hands down the
funnest place to take a vacation. It's always fun to be out on the water and playing with everyone. It's always a full house, but the more the merrier, right?

There's always the "mishaps" like Brian telling us the rope was clear when it wasn't and catching it in the prop. Prop gets bent and we have to get towed to the marina to change the prop out. Luckily we brought an extra prop with us.

Or there's the one where Ben's neice doesn't know how to drive a waverunner and she crashes into Ben on other the other waverunner and takes his thigh and another girls knee out. 10 points for you Steph.(j/k)

And how 'bout when Nate thinks that 3/4 of a tank of fuel is enough to drive to Escalante to see the ruins, but he drives an extra 5 miles past the turn off so we lose a total of 10 miles worth of fuel. Once we finally get to Escalante, the guage is pinned on "E" and we still have a 15 mile drive back. Yep, we ran out of gas on the way back to the houseboat. Luckily we found another passing houseboat that hooked us up with some fuel. Once we told them we were from Utah and they saw just Nate and Ben in the boat with 6 other women and a whole slew of kids, the people on the houseboat were SURE that we were polygamists.

And to finish off the trip, Ben and Allyson get lost in Gunnison (Ben's got an unpaid ticket so he woudn't go 10mph over the limit and we lost him) on the way home and had to end up taking the long way through Manti and down Spanish Fork Canyon. Come on Ben. Pay the ticket. Seriously!

We had some interesting things happen, but it was still a blast. We had tons of fun with everyone that was there. We can't wait to go again next year. Thanks to everyone for coming and making it a fun vacation.

And thanks to Bart & Yvonne for taking us on this awesome trip every year. You guys are the best.

We can't wait 'til next year when Brandon is home from the mission. It's not the same with out him. We missed you bud.

Yuba Reservoir

2008-06-28T20:18:00.001-06:00

A Bunch Of Our Friends Went Down To Yuba For The Day. It Was A Blast! We Stayed til Dark And Had A Ton Of Fun. Thanks Everyone For Coming Down.

Saturday @ The Lake

2008-06-23T22:45:00.000-06:00

The last couple of weekends, we've packed up and

headed out to the lake. It's been a blast. It's the only

way to get relief from this heat. The kids LOVE the

boat rides. And so do we, because it puts the kids to sleep.

We're trying to make it happen every weekend
at least. We'd love to get out more if we could.
It's tons of fun going out with our family
(Brian & Rachelle & Kids), and friends.

A Night Out w/ The Owlz

2008-06-20T22:35:00.001-06:00

Last Tuesday we went out to the Season Opener

for the Owlz. We went with a bunch of people from

Nate's work and had a lot of fun. Kenedee was sick

so she stayed home w/ a baby sitter, but Brooks

loved the game.

After 13 Innings we finally decided to leave and just as we did, the power went out and they finally set the fireworks off. We watched the show from thecar and just listened to the rest of the game on the way home. They ended up winning 6-5.

Father's Day 2008

2008-06-15T22:23:00.000-06:00

Happy Father's Day Nate! Thanks For All That You Do For Us.

We Love You Daddy!!

Rub a Dub Dub, Two Kids In The Tub...

2008-05-29T15:35:00.000-06:00

Kenedee and Brooks had their first bath together. We have been bathing Brooks in our kitchen sink and decided it was time to drag out the baby bath tub and let him get in with sister. Kenedee loves her bath time, she loves playing with all of her little bath toys. It seems like ever since it has been warmer and she has been playing outside alot lately that I cannot keep her clean. She has to have a bath every night because she is covered in dirt from her head to her toes. I am sure that all you moms can relate to this.

Kenedee and Brooks

2008-05-28T23:03:00.000-06:00

Kenedee loves holding her little brother, and she is such a big helper to mommy.

Our big blue eyed boy is alomost three months now. Brooks is just starting to make little noises and giggle at us, he is so cute. Time has flown by so fast since he was born, they grow up to fast!

Happy Birthday Kenedee

2008-05-28T22:30:00.000-06:00

Kenedee celebrated her 2ND birthday on April 25, we are just a little late posting the pictures. We started the day off at the park with some of her little friends. Kyra, Melissa, Allyson and all the boys came with us, I just realized that Kenedee was the only girl with seven little boys.

We also had a little family party for her a couple days later at the pavilion by our house. Kenedee of course had a princess cake. She had so much fun dipping her fingers in the frosting and licking it off.

She got lots of fun presents, but her favorite that day was a little suitcase that my parents got her, she just kept pushing it around the parking lot. She had such a fun day with all of her little cousins. We cant believe that it has been two years already it seems like just yesterday when we brought her home from the hospital. She has been such a joy in our lives, she has such a sassy personality and so much energy. She definitely keeps mom on my toes, and knows just how to get what she wants from her daddy. Happy Birthday Kenedee we love you so much. Mom and Dad.

Brooks Blessing

2008-05-28T22:22:00.000-06:00

Brooks blessing was so sweet. Thanks to all our family and friends who shared this special day with us.

Kenedee looked so cute in her white dress for her little brothers blessing.

...And We Suck At Blogging

2008-05-03T17:04:00.000-06:00

So now that it's been almost 3 months since Bobby started the Blog, and has yet to do anything with it, I figured I'd kill some time at work and give a quick update.

Brooks Nate Barker was born March 3rd. Bobby was induced around 8:30am and everything went pretty smooth from then on. The doctor decided to disappear for a couple of hours so it took a little longer than it should have.

Once the doctor finally got back from his extended lunch, Brooks was born around 2:30p.m. We're stoked that he's finally here.
Dad is especially glad to finally have another guy in the house. I even had to get him a BYU football so he learns, at a young age, where his loyalty should be

Right now, he doesn't do much. He's actually kind of boring right now, but I'm way excited for him to start getting bigger and mobile so we can play around.

His big sister is awesome with him. She's a good help to Mom (when she's not causing trouble and making messes of her own).

We'll be blessing Brooks on Sunday May 4th at 9 a.m. for those who would like to show up. We're at the church just off Highway 6 in Spanish Fork.

Any day now...

2008-02-23T23:14:00.000-07:00

Much anticipating the arrival of our new baby BOY...we'll keep you all posted!