Goin' to the Rodeo...

On Saturday, our stake had a rodeo! Aiden and Logan riding the pony cart! I absolutely love that Aiden has his arm around Lowgs!

I love Aiden's face- he really loved the ride!

Aiden and Daddy roundin' up some sheep!

Aiden got his face painted! he originally wanted a butterfly..... we agreed on a witch! lol!

He was very proud of his witch!

Aiden LOVED racing with the stick-horses!

It was a lot of fun!!

My handsome boys....

Julie had the idea of having all three of her grandsons in matching tee's for her grandchildren "shrine" she has in their livingroom  intitled, "Angels From Heaven."

Here are a few of the pics I took of two of her three grandsons in their tee's:

Watching Kelsey, and seeing her finished works, inspired me to give it a shot, and try to do it myself! (no, this will not be a hobby I pursue; too difficult! Besides... I can just ask her to... :::wink, wink::: :) )

This is Aiden being, "Harry Potter!"

My handsome 4 year old!!

I love this one cause he looks so goofy doing his lil dance!

My Loggie Lowgs!

Aiden so handsome!

I think this could've been really cute but his face is so dark! :(

Logws struttin his stuff!

Aiden turns 4!!

Yesterday my oldest turned FOUR years old!!! :)

For Aiden's birthday party I made these icecream-cone party favors!

Miss Brooklyn Lydia

Aiden blowing bubbles

Lowgs resting in the stroller!

It was a lot of fun, Aiden had a great time.... but now we have 34 balloons on our livingroom floor!

Boyd Family

Uncle Joseph and Grandpa Boyd were able to fly out and visit with us a couple of weeks ago!

Aiden with Grandpa Boyd

Aiden and Uncle Joseph looking at....Dinosaurs!

Aiden and Uncle Joseph!

Me and Dad

Grandpa Boyd with Alexxis and Taiven

Me with Taiven, Joseph, Dad, James, and Meghan with Alexxis

Dad with "the big kids."

Alexxis and Taien with their balloons!

An update from us:

Sorry, no pics, yet! But wanted to let everyone know how we're doing, and super proud we are of our boys!

Aiden:
Today was Aiden's first day of Preschool! He was so excited about going to "school,"and when it came time to pick him up, he couldn't wait to tell me everything he did! They finger-painted, colored pictures, sang songs, read stories, AND played with dinosaurs (this being from Aiden's perspective!)
My favorite part was the poem he gave me:

"My first day at school, I was scared and a little shy.

But because of what  you said, I was brave and I got by.

All through the year, I'll make more things for you,

so as I change and as I learn, you can see my growth, too!"

We are excited for the many "things" to come, and to see him shine!

Aiden is still completely obsessed with Dinosaurs- and reminds me everyday what each of their names are ( the ones he knows so far, about 15-20!) His birthday is coming up in October and has requested that he have a "SpongeBob Squarepants" birthday......yeah, we'll see! We can't believe how fast he's grown.

Logan:

After being diagnosed with Autism, we started researching and learning all we can about it. Daniel and I really enjoyed Jenny McCarthy's book, and have found relief after reading about the struggles she overcame with her son. Logan has been on the recommended Gluten-free and Casein-free Diet, and has shown remarkable results! He has been seen three times so far by his in-home therapists, and has done great! Logan is really in to reciting Dr. Seuss books, and still loves watching Elmo and KungFu Panda! We are so proud of our little Logan, and love how much he's growing! We are so proud of how well he's working and improving.

Daniel:

Is working super hard, as always, then comes home and works hard being the wonderful father and husband that he is. We are so proud of our daddy for always being there and working so hard to give us the the beautifully sweet life we have! Daniel still loves rootin' for his Cardinals, enjoys going Golfing, and plays his video games.

Samantha:

I stay busy chasing our boys Aiden and Logan.... and now Colin, too! Colin Glackin is the 8th month old baby boy that I watch from 8-5, M-F. I love trying new recipes off of Food net, reading when I get the chance, and trying to scrapbook! lol!

Our Logan Tanner

This morning Daniel and I took Logan to the MelMed Center in Scottsdale for an evaluation, nessesary for a final diagnosis. For a while, pediatricians have thought Logan qualified under either"Aspergers Syndrom," "PDD," and/or "Autism." We were referred to the MelMed Center for further testing and evalations to properly diagnose Logan, to then seek further therapy. Today was the first of two sessions. The therapist evaluated Logan by observing his "playing," and interaction, both with Daniel and I and with herself.
She cannot "diagnose" him on the spot, but in her opinion from what she observed today, Logan runs a very high risk of mild Autism.
Daniel and I are both so grateful for our family, and the wonderful children  our Heavenly Father has given us. We are also very grateful that, of all the trials children are given, our child has a very small, mild condition that is completely treatable through therapy, support, and lots of love.
We are so grateful and thankful for our friends, and our family, for the love and support given to us and to Logan.
Logan's final evaluation is August 25th, then 8-10 weeks from then, we will know the final diagnosis.