Tiff, Jason, & Jayden Home

We have a mess going at home. Jerry tore out the old deck, and is building a new one. I am really excited for a new deck!

This trailer has been back and forth to Menards several times.

Friday night Tiff, Jason, & Jayden arrived for the week-end. Cole & Jayden shoot some hoops,

rode their scooters, and...

played some games.

Technology is important in our family!

Cole & Jayden always look forward to a game of Poker. They're pretty smart players too!

The boys walk the planks on the deck.

Jerry pitched a few balls to Jayden.

He played a game of Horse with them. I don't think he won!

Saturday Mom & Dad treated us to lunch at Space Aliens. Nathan was in Fargo with Kaydra, who was participating in the State Science Olympiad. Wow! Way to go Kaydra!

Cole must have hit a few Jackpots!

It wouldn't be a trip back to Minot without pizza and games!

We prefer the food!

Jason always kids around with Claire, and she loves every minute!

The boys show off their prizes.

Mom & Dad are glad to be back home with the grandkids!

Hugs for Mommy!

We're always glad to have you home!

Claire is thinking about her shopping trip to the Mall where she gets to buy new dresses!

The boys headed to Target, where they each chose the new Pokemon' games - Pokemon Silver and Pokemon Gold.

I pitched a few balls for the boys, and...

boy can they hit!!

They took a break to try out their new games. Notice how their chargers are plugged in outside.

The weather turned a little cool and breezy, so they snuggled under a blanket. They told me that now I couldn't take pictures of them. Little did they know!!

The dress-shopper is back! Dress number 1.

Dress number 2! She told me she'll wear them at Preschool!

Claire loves to run up and down our little hills. I love this pic!

Claire shows Grandma her favorite fish in the aquarium. She will sit for several minutes watching the fish.

Ice cream is one of Claire's favorite treats. She now prefers plain without chocolate though.

The boys prefer chocolate!

Sherry lends a helping hand to Jerry.

Mom & Dad shared good times with us this week-end! Thanks everyone for a great time!

Ice is Off!

Mom has a couple hundred pictures of their winter in Mesa. Sherry is thinking this is going to be one LONG blog!

She surprised Sherry & I with these cute aprons. She must think we spend lots of time in the kitchen! Thanks mom!

JoAnn & Sheldon recently celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary. Can you believe it? Seems like only yesterday when Tiffany & Gracia were in the Y's Baby Exercise class!

Nathan & Cole were in Bismarck this week-end for his last Traveling Basketball Tournament, so Sherry & Jeni headed up to the lake with Claire's good daycare friend Payton. Wayde, Jen, & Avary joined us Saturday morning. Payton was proud of herself for going down the Big slide!

Claire borrowed Payton's Christmas dress for the jump on the tramp!

They made funny faces and wanted me to take pictures.

Then they wanted to see them right away. Each said "Mine is funnier!"

The "Funny Face" thing continued during popcorn snack time. What cards!

Campfire Snuggle Time!

Saturday morning Sherry, Jeni, & Jerry began the task of putting in the dock.

Oops! Didn't quite line up with the cement blocks!

Now what?

Jerry did end up in the water later to straighten it out. He didn't mind though, cuz the ice just came off the lake two days earlier and the water was SO warm! Ha

The little girls enjoyed the dock show!

Sherry brought up the Kitchen Aid (gift from Lynn) for the summer, so we decided to give those buns another try. You'll see the results later.

While we were making lunch, the girls decided to do try out routines from their gymnastic class. Avery went first,

then Payton,

and last Claire! Hilarious! They even put down blankets for a soft landing!

Putting on a show for the parents!

Sam & Taja wish they could put on a show too!

Supper rolls around, and guess what? You're right - foil potatoes, carrots, & onions! Hamburgers,

and buns, (they actually look better than they tasted!), and

Jerry's famous shrimp! Yum

Campfire time means s'more time, and

conversation time!

After a dice game of "Left, Center, Right" we were ready to call it a night! Wayde had an eventful day, as his interview for MSU's new Executive Management program was featured in today's Minot Daily News! Very impressive!

Parents Back from AZ!

Sherry, Jerry, & I drove to the lake this week-end, and found almost all the snow was gone! Yeah!

Looks like the ice could possibly come off by next week-end!

Sunday we came back, and went to cheer Cole's team on for the Championship game!

Art, Lana, Nathan, Claire, & Kaydra are always good supporters!

Guess what! Mom & Dad came back from AZ last night! Just in time for the game! Sherry & Mom lend their support!

Even Audrey & Matt were there to cheer Cole on to victory!

There was plenty of action. Go Number 44!

Sherry & I made a welcome home dinner for Mom & Dad. Dad's favorite scalloped potatoes, meatballs, California veggies, & strawberry shortcake.

We're so glad you're back home Mom & Dad! Glad you had a great time in AZ!

Precious Mother - daughter moment!

Nathan & Jerry scan the few tv stations. Cable won't be hooked up until Tuesday!

Cole & Kaydra play an intense game of checkers.

Claire wasn't too sure about the Dreamcatcher Grandma brought back from AZ, but later loved it!

Cole & Kaydra were happy with their gift!

Claire was intrigued by the Dreamcatcher.

We all loved the flag for the cabin Mom brought back for us!

Beaver Booster Champ Cole! So proud of you!

Grandma & Grandpa sure did miss these kids!

The Anderson family - a great family!

Grandma explains a few things to Cole & Claire about the Dreamcatchers. We're looking forward to great family times with you once again!