The Butler Family's Crazy Life

Happy Birthday Kyra!!

2009-07-07T21:54:00.006-06:00

On May 31, Kyra turned six years old!! Her birthday was on a Saturday this year, so we had the whole day to party! It was just the four of us, but we had a great time. Kyra got to pick the activities. First we went to see the movie up, which happened to open the day before. We saw it in 3-D, which was awesome!! Then off to Chuck E. Cheez, oh yeah!! We were at Chuck E Cheez for about five minutes when Karson pee'd his pants while climbing around in the jungle gym. Apparantly he was so excited and having so much fun that going poddy completely escaped him! It was fabulous trying to climb up into the gym to clean up a big puddle of pee with napkins, now that's my idea of fun! After eating pizza in wet pants I took Karson home for a shower and clean clothes while Kyra and Beau played games. At least Karson's little accident did not take away from Kyra's big day. Once we were all worn out on video games and skee ball we headed home for cake, presents and Kyra's favorite dinner.... TACOS. What a wonderful day we had celebrating for our big six year old!! We love you Kyra!

Our Birthday Girl!

Daddy decorated the dining room with crepe paper and balloons, Kyra was super suprised!

Enjoying the rides at Chuck E. Cheez

Karson made it back in time for a horse race.

Cheez!! On a side note this is the jungle gym where Karson wet his pants!

Kyra had a butterfly cake. I made it the night before. It took quite a while to frost it as the kids had gotten a hold of the decorating tips, so they required surgery before they were useable again. It wasn't perfect, but overall I think it turned out pretty good and Kyra loved it!

Happy Birthday to you!

Blowing out the candles!

How can you not love that face?

We love camp rock!! Now we can watch it and sing all the songs, YIPEE!!

Kyra absolutely loves to sing and dance. She dresses up in her "super-star" clothes, puts on some music and dances in front of the TV (when it's turned off so she can see herself). It is pretty stinkin cute. When I was birthday shopping I saw this karoke machine and it was the perfect fit. Now she can sing along to all her favorites with her own microphone. She loves this thing!! We have been privledged to watch many of Kyra's concerts!!

Kyra struts her vocals!

Ocean Front Camping

2009-07-07T12:54:00.006-06:00

In May we took off and went camping in Carpenteria with Curtis and Karla, Beau's brother and his wife. Carpenteria is a small town near Ventura. It was awesome!! The weather was beautiful during the day, but pretty chilly at night! We could hear the ocean while we slept, which was amazing. Beau and I did forget our children's jacets and shoes, what great parents we are, but they survived and we had a great time!! We saw lots of ocean life including a seal and several dolphins playing in the waves. I must say it again, WE LOVE THE BEACH!!!

Enjoying a nice walk on the beach.

Don't Fall!

Beach Frisbee
Finding beach treasures!

Look at that!

Exploring the amazing sea life.

GRUMPY!!!

Boys will be boys!

Karson found this pool on the beach on top of a big rock.....

of course he immediately climbed in thinking it was his own personal hot tub!!

Kyra and Beau Exploring a tide pool.

Curtis and Beau wading out to a rock looking for ocean life.

Racing on the beach!

Karson through a big fit and threw himself down into the sand. When he stood up his whole face was covered in sand. It's hard to see in this picture, but it was pretty dang funny!

Great family time at the beach!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KARSON!

2009-05-28T11:43:00.005-06:00

My baby turned three years old April, 3!! Since we had only arrived in Fresno a month prior and didn't know very many people, we had a family party. It was just the four of us, but it was great! We went to Jon's Incredible Pizza, basically a local Chuck E Cheez. We also went to see Monsters Vs. Aliens and had cupcakes and ice cream. He got lots of presents, thanks grandparents!! It makes me sad to see my baby turning into a big boy!!

Lovin the party hats!

I think the stupid paper blowers were his favorite part!

He LOVED opening presents!

Kyra handed the presents out, of course. She's always the party planner!

Superhero Cartoons, man am I gonna love this!!

Suprise!!

Look at all my loot!

Karson with his giant Batman toy.

He slept with this thing for weeks after his birthday!!

Thanks Grandpa Rick!

Garage Fun

2009-05-27T18:36:00.013-06:00

Isn't it amazing how much fun kids can have with some free time and a garage filled with dirt bikes and four wheelers? The weekend we went to Santa Monica Beach we were hanging out at Beau's brothers place and the kids discovered his garage! It was like an amusement park, they could have stayed in there for hours!! Hop on Baby, I'll take you for a ride!

Check out this sweet trick!!

Free-style motocross here I come!

Do you think this hard-hat will protect me when I crash?

Is there something in my eye?

Does this helmet fit me?

I'm Cruizin Now!

Our New Home

2009-04-30T13:39:00.006-06:00

This is our new home in Fresno. We live in a very nice subdivision that is centered around a lake. Our house is surrounded by large trees, which will be great this summer since it is shaded most of the day. Our yard is a lot smaller than the one in Idaho, but we still have room for the trampoline!! Actually for a California yard it is pretty large. The house is 3 bedrooms 21/2 baths. There are walking paths that go for miles and a huge park about a mile away. We also have access to a big subdivision swimming pool and paddle boats to take out on the lake. All in all we like Fresno and our new home!

Santa Monica Beach

2009-04-30T11:45:00.010-06:00

In March we went to Santa Monica Beach with Curtis and Karla, Beau's brother and wife. It was in the mid-70's amd absolutely beautiful. I find it pretty amazing it is warm enough to play in the ocean in March! Beau and the kids got wet from head to toe. The rest of us played in the sand and waded in the waves. What a fun day!

2009-04-19T22:13:00.002-06:00

Hello! I have finally managed to get some pictures on this silly blog! I must say I am pretty proud of myself. Tomorrow I will try to post pictures of the time since we've been in Fresno. We have been to the beach twice, which was awesome! Today was over 90 degrees, yikes!! Hopefully we adjust to this heat. Life is good. I like my new job and the kids are happy. Beau is seriously thinking about going back to school and wants to pursue a career in law enforcement. I am really excited for him to be out of construction and hope his new path will be a bit more stable in economic crisis!

2009-04-12T19:15:00.001-06:00

Happy Easter! We are enjoying California. Kyra is on spring break so tomorrow we are heading to the ocean! It is really nice living this close to the beach. Work is good. I still have a few weeks of orientation, ready to be done! I promise pictures are coming!!

2009-03-27T07:35:00.003-06:00

Well obviously I stink at this whole blogging thing! For those who don't know, we moved to Fresno, CA about a month ago. We are starting to get settled in and are getting to know the area. Today we are going to visit Beau's brother and hang out at the beach! It is supposed to be beautiful weather, so it should be great. The kids are very excited to see the ocean!! I started work two weeks ago, and so far so good. Beau is still looking for a job, so for now is Mr. Mom. I'm not sure he really likes that role, but he's being a trooper and taking good care of the house and the kids! I promise to get things rolling and get some pictures posted.

2009-02-07T05:04:00.000-07:00

Alright, I have joined the technological age and have started a Blog! This is a big step for me and I will do my best to keep up to date with our crazy life, but no guarentees!