Our 1st Mud Run

I knew I needed a little motivation to lose those pregnancy pounds, so when Amanda approached me about doing the Survivor Mud Run I knew it was the perfect opportunity.  I had been running for weeks leading up to the race hoping I'd be able to keep up with the team.

With 100-degree temps forecasted and starting the race at 11:00 we were preparing for the worst.  The 3.5 mile run was grueling with lots of hills but then lots of cool mud and obstacles to break it up and make it fun.  There's something refreshing and child-like about jumping into a pool of mud and crawling your way under wires.  Although I was the "dead weight" of the team (although I did run the entire time), we still finished under an hour.  Not too bad for 10 weeks out of giving birth.

Now we're all addicted to the mud runs......maybe Warrior Dash next!

Our CSU team

 And with our medals!

 With Heather (she finished long before us but cheered us on in the end)

Now I just need to keep the motivation and lose these extra pounds............

Fun on the Fourth!

We didn't let the fireworks ban and cancelled shows ruin our July 4th fun.  Of course it felt much different here but relieving to not hear fireworks all hours of the night.  So instead we had a little BBQ with some friends and all the kids!  We were overtaken by all the kids and their toys, but it was all in good fun!  It's so nice to see the kids play together and get along so well, so we can sit back and enjoy a cold beergarita.

Chandler and Jada building a sand castle (or devising a plan to get in trouble)

 Daddy and Addy

 Sawyer and Julian having some boys time

 Julian & Gabby eating on Steve's homemade picnic table

 Kids' table

 Chandler and Gabby pool time

 Hating the wildfires but loving the sunsets

 I forgot to get a picture of the girls earlier, so obviously I waited too long for my opportunity.  They did look really cute though.....



Times Goes by Way Too Fast!

Where has the time gone?  It's hard to believe our little Addi bug is already 2 months old!  Within the last month she's changed so much - she now smiles all the time and loves to hear her voice.  I think she already understands she's going to have to speak up to be heard in this house!


I took her to her 2 month check-up today, and she was awesome!  The nurse said she felt so bad giving her shots, because she was all smiles for the nurse.  She's extremely healthy and doing great developmentally and continues to be extra long and lean.  Maybe the model of the family.......hmmmm.....

Stats:
Weight - 12 pounds (56th percentile)
Length - 24.25 inches (97th percentile - WOW!)

Milestones:  Smiles, coos, holds head up pretty well, smiles when she sees us (getting out of bed, etc.),

Here's a few 2 month pics of our baby:

 Look at those model legs!

Our Growing Bug

It's amazing to watch how quickly a newborn grows and changes!  When it's your last baby it's a little sad...So I keep telling myself maybe there will be more.  Haha!  I now see how easy it is to spoil the baby of the family.

A little late but our Adaley's 2-week check-up was awesome!  The NP was impressed with her weight gain and alertness.

Length - 21 inches (71st percentile)
Weight - 8 lb 4 oz (42nd percentile - up 6 oz from birth)
Head circumference - 35th percentile

What a rock star!

Our Getaways.......

We decided to make Steve's last week of leave a busy, yet fun one!  We headed to Keystone for a few days of R & R full of pool time, strolling through Breckenridge, and a kids' festival.  It was so nice to get away free of running errands and doing house projects.  The girls had a great time and were sad to leave!

Loving the pool!

 So independent in her floaties

 Taking a dip in the river

 Ice cream time in Breckenridge!

 Breckenridge Babes

 Tuesday we went to a kids' festival with a show from the Denver Zoo, face painting, and a jumpy castle.  Chandler was brave enough to show off her pride for the Rockies - good thing she doesn't know how bad they are!

Thursday we drove to Fort Collins for the day (daddy's favorite place).  We went to a local farm in a park in the city that we never even knew existed.  Of course those weren't the hangouts for us years ago, but we could tell you where any bar was.  We were worried it'd be too smoky from the fire, but the day was clear and beautiful for us.

Brooklynn marveling at the frog

 Now Brooklynn wants her own pony!

 "Standard Adaley pic" in the carseat trying to stay out of the sun

 Love this pic!  Daddy and his girls in the oval on campus!  Hopefully we can go back this fall with the changing leaves and do this again.



We had a great six weeks with daddy at home.  The girls enjoyed doing so many activities - hopefully they'll be content staying at home with me while we figure out schedules and how to take 3 kids out.  Scary!

Our Little Athlete

Anyone who knows Steve and I knows we are sports nuts!  When we found out we were pregnant 4 years ago with a girl Steve was a little scared not knowing how to play Barbies, tea parties, and dolls.  I reassured him that we could possibly have an athlete in utero, which sparked his interest.


Of course after we realized what a girly girl Brooklynn was, we thought we had no shot in her being the athlete, so we moved onto "training" Chandler.  Then this spring I gave Brooklynn some options of activities for the summer and without hesitation she shouted, "Soccer!"  I could Steve's face light up immediately!

Our friends Lori & Craig put together a team with friends, family, and neighbors, which made it easier for the kids (and parents too).  Brooklynn was ecstatic to start and wear her new cleats and shin guards!  She did really well the first game, and she found an interest unlike any of her other ones.  The team did a great job as well, and it was entertaining to watch the little ones try to learn the game.

Of course we'll support whatever she wants to do in the future, but we sure were proud of her showcasing her athletic talents.  Only 4 more years until she can start softball.........I'm already getting excited!

Lookin' good!

 Brooklynn told Coach Craig one of the rules of soccer - "No sucking fingers"

Sisterly Love......

I know, as a mom, it is a requirement to brag about your kids and how wonderful they are.  Well, I have to say mine really are (and I'm not just saying that).  Of course they have their moments - you can imagine with 3 emotional girls!  But I am most thankful of their love for one another.  It has been amazing to watch Brooklynn and Chandler become best friends (most of the time) and now seeing their love for their new little sis.  They are all so good to each other, and Adaley's face already lightens up when she sees or hears her big sisters.  I can't wait to see the 3 of them running around, putting on fashion shows, and wrestling in the family room.  I know it won't be long.....

Honorary sister Kenz

 They love to giev Adaley cuddles before bedtime - cutest ever!

 And Adaley just lays there enjoying the love!

 Waking little sis up!

 Sup?

 So Brooklynn is a little more enthusiastic about all the pics

 Cheering on Brooklynn before her soccer game

 My favorite EVER! (so far)