The Rowell's Retreat

Hail Storm!!

2011-09-13T15:50:00.000-07:00

So we just had a hail storm blow through our town. It was crazy! Some of the hail were as big as bouncy balls as you can see in the photo where I'm holding one. It was so loud that my sister said she could hear it over the phone as it was hitting our roof.

Chester's Homecoming

2011-03-14T15:41:00.001-07:00

Chester came home on the 2nd of March. It was fun going to the valley to pick him up.

Trevor and Cody were trying to keep Wyatt occupied by riding the escalator a few times.

Cody and Deloris holding the sign as we are waiting for him to walk down the corridor.

Chester taking pictures of everybody waiting for him as he comes from the corridor.

Mom's first. She was sobbing at this point.

Cody taking his turn.

Wyatt was pretty excited to see him as well.

Trevor was proud to see his little brother. You can't see it but Trevor was crying too.

On the way to get his luggage. The boys stayed with Chester the whole time.

It's good to have Chester home. He's fun to be around and he's changed abit too. Oh yeah and by the way he's engaged already also, but that's for another post entirely.

C.J's First home game

2010-09-21T09:47:00.001-07:00

Wyatt and I were able to make it to C.J.'s first home game this last weekend. He did a really good job and looked really good out there especially after coming back from a knee injury. The score was tied and went into overtime, but the other team won by one touchdown. It was disappointing, but the Mustangs did an awesome job!

He was frustrated that the QB didn't throw him the football even though he was wide open.

This catch was his best ever this game. "Pass completed by #82 C.J. Gardner (crowd going hysterically wild right now) on the 36 yard line"! This was a huge boost for the team. It was freakin' awesome!! If you look closely his foot is right on the inside of the outside line. Again, it was freakin' awesome!!!

Beautiful Sunsets

2010-08-25T14:34:00.000-07:00

So we had a storm the other day and this was the scene afterwords. I love shooting photos like this. The sunsets here are beautiful!

Wyatt's in Preschool

2010-08-20T10:27:00.001-07:00

Wyatt started preschool. Holy Crap!!! He looks so grown up in this picture. Next thing you know he'll be going to college. He loves Mrs. Parkes (his teacher) and was really excited to use his backpack. I'm enjoying my 2 hours of freedom when he's gone to school, but at the same time I miss having him around and I realize that he's getting so big. He's my little Bubba and he always will be. Love you Wyatt! Go get 'em!!!!

California

2010-08-20T08:08:00.000-07:00

We got to go to California with our friends Chris and Brittany and we had a really good time. It was nice getting to see Rex too.

This was our chauffer .

At the beach looking for seashells and enjoying the cold water.

Aaaaaawwwww!!

Waiting in line for the Nemo ride

Grizzly Bear Rapids. We just got off the ride. Trevor got soaked.

Waiting for the Bug's Life show to start.

Trevor and Brittany went on this ride. Chris and I decided to sit this one out. This is right as they're taking off. You can't see Brittany but you could definitely hear her.

This is the picture the camera took on the ride. Check out Mr. Calm-Cool & Collected.

Me and Rex

Sexy Rexy

California Adventure

Trevor and Chris waiting for Brittany, Eric and Rex to finish the ride.

Brittany, Eric and Rex

This was part of the World of Color show they put on now. The pictures are displayed on the water spray they shoot in the air. It's really cool. This is The Little Mermaid.

Aladdin

You can't really see it but it says "World of Color"
We had a really good time. Thank you Rex for everything. You are the best. Thank you to Mom Rowell as well for watching the boys and helping us out.

Father's Day 2010

2010-06-21T12:45:00.000-07:00

Mom and Dad came up this last weekend for Father's Day. They went to church with us and then we had a barbeque with Terry and Noreen and spent some quality time together. We had alot of fun!

The guys out solving the worlds problems.
Dad and Trevor

Wyatt

Papa and the boys

Trevor and Wyatt

Shoulder rides.

Trevor and the boys.

Brynlee's Blessing

2010-06-21T11:25:00.000-07:00

We went to Safford for Brynlee's blessing a few days early to spend some time with the Cluff crew. Papa decided to surprise us with a new pool to keep cool with. It's huge and the kids could not wait for the pool to fill up.Papa even got in with us. It was so fun and relaxing. Kipp wanted in on the fun too.

Brynlee has this thing where she goes crossed eyed trying to focus on what shes looking at. It's actually quite cute.

The kids wanted to do a talent show to show off what they could do. This is Theron.

Doyle

Wyatt

Sid-Diddy singing a song.

Kaely and Cody dancing.

How cute is this family. Love you guys. Thanks for the fun week.

1st Day of Summer

2010-05-24T23:31:00.001-07:00

So this is how Cody wanted to start off the summer. (Yes, there is still hair on his head) What a way to keep cool. And, of course, Wyatt had to do what Cody did. He loves to follow Cody in everything he does. It's actually quite cute. You better wear a hat boys or your heads are gonna fry! Here's to the summer!!!

The Day the Rowell's Became A Family

2010-05-20T16:55:00.000-07:00

It's hard to believe that 10 years ago today we were being sealed for time and all eternity. WOW that's a long time!!! :0 Man, how time flies! We've had some ups and downs but, there's no one I would have wanted to be by my side other than Trevor. He's always there for me and I will always be there for him. He is a little controlling but, we're working on that .HeeHee:) I love you Trevor! Happy Anniversary!!

Mother's Day 2010

2010-05-12T09:23:00.000-07:00

Mom and Dad were here this past weekend celebrating Mother's Day with us. Chester called from the mission field and it was so good to hear how he is doing. Dad and Trevor made us lunch. It was so nice to sit back and relax. Mom and I relaxed by playing a game shanghai rummy. The boys played with Prancer and enjoyed just playing around. It was a great Mother's Day.

Hey Chester

2010-05-12T09:20:00.000-07:00

I've been trying to get that video I did for Mom on here and we're experiencing technical difficulties. Hopefully I can figure it out. If not I'll send you a copy. Keep up the good work. Love Ya!

Author's Fair

2010-05-07T14:45:00.001-07:00

Today was Cody's Author's fair. He had a few short stories on diplay. I'll say one thing this kid has one heck of an imagination. The second picture isn't totally readable but it was his report on one of the Presidents of the United States, Chester A. Arthur. If you click on the picture it should zoom in and you can read his report. I don't remeber that name in the history books. Maybe that's why it wasn't one of my favorite subjects. We're proud of you Cody. Keep up the good work!

2010-05-04T09:38:00.000-07:00

Tif and the kids came up this last weekend. She totally surprised me by showing up a day early. It was awesome. I really enjoyed them staying with us, especially being able to see and hold Brynlee for the first time. The midnight feedings were interesting to. Thank you Tif for the weekend. Your awesome!!

Baseball 2010

2010-04-28T11:14:00.000-07:00

Cody is in minors baseball this year. That means no coach pith or anything. This is the real deal. He had the opening commencements and then his first game to follow. They lost their first game, but they still had fun. His number is No. 1 and his team name is the Red Sox. His sponsors are his coaches business "Escudilla Builsers, Inc." and "Malapai Meat". We knew the the person in charge of little league so we requested this arrangement. We'll see how the rest of the season goes.

Hey batter batter, hey batter batter,

saaawiiing batter!!!

District Pinewood Derby 2010

2010-04-26T10:47:00.001-07:00

Cody won 4th in show at the district pinewood derby. He named it "The Silver Bullet" for obvious reasons. He did good and we're really proud of him!

Sledding Trip '09

2010-01-06T14:50:00.000-08:00

Brian, Tif and the kids came up to enjoy the snow during the Christmas break. So we all went sledding up by Pinetop. The kids totally enjoyed themselves and had a blast. Even the adults had a good time to. Here are some photos I took. I know I got carried away but I was having fun playing with my camera.

When we got to where we were sledding Doyle got out of the truck and laid down because his feet were asleep. Hence the discomfort in his face.

C.J. got the path started. Amber, Kaely, and Cambry were waiting for him.

C.J. has some of the funniest faces in these pics.

C.J. and Doyle

Brian built up a a pile of snow to make a jump. Doyle is under that wall of snow.

Amber and Kaely

Doyle's turn. Cody waiting to drop a snow bomb.

Cody dropping the snowbomb.

Amber and Kaely again

Amber and Kaely hitting the jump.

Brian brought his snowboard so the guys took turns on it. Here's C.J.

Trevor and Cody

Trevor and Cody hitting the jump

oops duplicate

C.J.'s going again

Go Cheej!!

Toad's turn

Toad hitting the jump

Brian's turn on the board

Don't fall

Oops! Nice landing!!

Doyle again

Superman!!!!!

C.J. and Amber

Trevor gearing up to snowboard. By the way this was Trevor's 1st time boardin'. Cody taking a turn while waiting.

Nice slolum (sp)

Cody hitting the jump.

Here he goes!

So far so good.

Oh Crap! (His words as he is falling)

Try again

Nice job!

Showoff!

Way to go Trevor

Go Cody!!

Crash!

YeeHaw!!!

Kaely and Cody

See C.J. run

See C.J. stumble

See C.J. fall. Don't be a C.J.

Amber and Cody

Crash!

Where am I?

Kaely

Wyatt had been asleep up until this point. Dad took him sledding and he loved it. He was smiling the whole way down.

Here they come

Weeeeee!!!

Christmas '09

2010-01-06T13:30:00.000-08:00

Cody and Wyatt with Santa

Wyatt was actually excited to see Santa. Although he doesn't look like it in this photo.

Cody looks so grown up in this photo. He's still anxious to see Santa though which makes me so happy he's still young enough to enjoy christmas.

Wyatt and his candy. Gotta have the candy!!!

Christmas Eve on their way to bed before Santa comes. I love these pj's.

Wyatt and dad playing with the remote control car Santa brought.

Cody got a remote control car from Santa as well.

Wyatt going through his stocking.

The aftermath

This is the stocking cap Elaine made for him. He looks like an elf. Perfect!!

Dad napping

HAPPY BIRTHDAY C.J.!!!

2009-06-10T16:14:00.000-07:00

Happy 23rd Bithday C.J.! Hope you've had a great day. You deserve it. We love you and are proud of the man you have become. Your an awesome example to your nieces and nephews and not to mention your bro. and sis's. Thank you for every memory you have given us. We're looking forward to many more. Love you C.J.

2009-05-31T01:00:00.000-07:00

I realized after I went back and looked at the post of our camping trip that I had so many pictures of this trip that there are more on the next page. So if you are viewing this post please select "Older posts" at the bottom of the page. Hope you enjoy!

Memorial Weekend Camp Out

2009-05-29T14:43:00.000-07:00

Amber and C.J. came up for the weekend to go camping for some much needed rest and relaxation.

We were waiting for Trevor to come home so we could leave. What else do you do with your time. Wrestling anyone? Poor C.J. was bombarded but I think he had everything under control.

Cody was more into it than Wyatt.

2009-05-29T14:33:00.000-07:00

SAILBOAT!!!

This was taken the next day (Sat.). This was a very popular site on this trip as you will see.

2009-05-29T14:19:00.000-07:00

Canyon

I got lucky with this one. I was taking pictures of everybody and noticed this guy buzzing around. This was the best shot I got of the bee. Not to bad huh?

2009-05-29T14:08:00.000-07:00

Trevor really liked this spot. Like I said a very popular spot.

Trevor gave Wyatt a water bottle with a hole poked into the lid so he could drink it better.

Hence the water begins!! C.J. is trying to squirt Amber.

Almost! Poor Wyatt was just an innocent bystander.

2009-05-29T13:54:00.000-07:00

C.J. showing Wyatt how to squeeze the bottle. He is a fast learner C.J. watch out!

Wyatt trying to put the fire out. Every other time he was adding to the fire to make it bigger.

AWWWWWWWW!!! There was alot of this going on. It really was cute.

2009-05-29T13:41:00.000-07:00

C.J and Amber stick sword fighting. H-e-llo!!!!

The look on C.J.'s face is priceless!

Wyatt attacking Amber.

Then it was Cody's turn.

2009-05-29T11:50:00.000-07:00

Cody and Amber playing This was such a cute picture. I love Canyon's tongue sticking out.

We went for a drive later that day. We were on top of a mountain called Green's Peak and the view was amazing!

It's hard to see, but that is the Sunrise ski slopes on the side of that mountain.

There's actually a spot of snow still around. There was snow still drifted up in some spots.

We saw antelope on the drive. It was really cool.

That's an elk. Not the best picture but still cool none the less.

Possessed elk. When I snapped this picture it was right at sundown so my flash automatically went off , hence the glowing eyes.

2009-05-29T10:32:00.000-07:00

Wyatt trying to blow bubbles. Cody trying to hide.

On one of our drives we found a teepee somebody made. This was taken quite a distance away.

Cheej

This fire was actually started by lighting a match on C.J.'s zipper.

Deer

We went to a look out point that Trevor found one hunting trip. This freaked me out when Wyatt was looking over the edge.

Trevor and I. This is the only picture of me on this trip. I was always behind the camera.

Kisses Daddy!

Cody and Trevor checking out the view.

Trevor falling over.

Cheej falling over.

Trevor and C.J. decided to climb over the edge and roll boulders off the side. Amber and I were nervous the whole time.

Stud muffin Cody.

We went for hike in a nearby meadow.

This camping trip was so fun. Thank you C.J. and Amber for sharing this weekend with us. You guys rock! This trip was so relaxing and fun I can't wait to do it again. You guys made it even more memorable for us. I'm glad you came and shared it with us.

9 Years Today!

2009-05-20T11:39:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it's been nine years since my best friend became my eternal mate. It doesn't seem like it's been that long. I'm grateful for the man he has become and love having fun with him and being able to share with him anything life has to offer. I'm looking forward to sharing the rest of our lives together. He's a great dad and wonderful husband and couldn't have found a more awesome man to spend the rest of my life with. I love you Trevor!

Roosevelt

2009-05-18T11:07:00.000-07:00

We went to Roosevelt this last weekend to help Dad Rowell cut down his tree in the backyard. We also went to the lake to swim and ski and just relax. It was really fun.

Trevor is such a monkey.

Dad had to pull the heavier branches toward his yard so it didn't hit the next door neighbors house.

I swear this guy doesn't know the meaning of gravity.

Job well done!!

Grandma taking the boys for a ride.

We went down to the pond and fed th ducks and geese. It started out good...

but then more came...

and more came. The geese showed up and Wyatt was going to have nothing to do with that.

He was so scared of the geese that he is under the steering wheel trying to get away from this goose.

Cody feeding the horde.

Grandma and Grandpa Rowell, Cody, Wyatt

Family picture

3 generation picture

New Camera

2009-05-18T10:48:00.000-07:00

Well, I got a new camera and I love it!!! It's a Nikon D40 SLR and it is so cool! Here are a few pictures I took. They are random and I was just playing around with it and trying to learn a little bit about the camera. Enjoy!

Cody being funny

Wyatt fell asleep like this for nap time. Just had to take this pic. He is so cute!!!

I was trying to play wit the camera here and take close ups. They didn't turn out half bad. These are flowers I got for Mother's Day.

These are my favorite flowers. This is a lily. Lilies and anything tropical actually are my favorite.

The reason I'm a mother

2009-05-11T14:38:00.000-07:00

Cody and Wyatt are such a blessing in my life. I'm so blessed to be their mother. They make life so interesting and keep me on my toes, especially Wyatt.

Cody made me breakfast for Mother's Day. He knows I'm trying to eat healthier so he poured a bowl of Grape Nuts Crunch cereal and got a banana and o.j. as well. He ws so cute bringing me breakfast in bed. Thank you Cody, your the best!!!!

Golf Cart Granny

2009-05-11T14:26:00.000-07:00

Trevor's mom and dad came for Mother's day weekend. They bought a golf cart here in Taylor and so Cody and Wyatt got to help test drive this bad boy. Slow down!!!

I think Cody is a little to worried about Grandma's driving. Wyatt was having a blast. He didn't want to get off. A couple of times the only way we could get him to calm down from throwing a fit was to go for a ride on this cart. He's so spoiled sometimes. I guess that's what Grandmas are for!

The One That Didn't Get Away!

2009-05-11T14:01:00.000-07:00

Trevor finally got his turkey the 2nd weekend into his hunt. He was so excited!
Good Job Trevor!!!

He shot the turkey right before sunset and couldn't get home fast enough to take pictures with the boys. Wyatt is holding the skin that hangs off the turkey's neck, I don't remember what it is called, but he wasn't to sure about it at first.(Cody, Trevor, Terry, Wyatt)

Catch up

2009-05-03T10:02:00.000-07:00

OK so here is what has happened so this year. Well some things. I'm going to try and keep up with this blog. It might be easier now that I'm getting a new camera. Ican't wait to take some nicer pictures and be able to experiment with it. Shawna, we need to get together and play with our cameras. Can't wait. Anyway, let's try this again.

Siblings Trip- Flagstaff

2009-05-03T09:41:00.000-07:00

Every year my sisters and I and our husands go on a siblings trip. This year we went to Flagstaff. The Grand Canyon was a spur of the moment idea. We actually went to the lava tubes and on our way back to the the rental house we decided to go to the Grand Canyon. Good idea. It was really cool.

This was at the Grand Canyon. I've never been. Funny, I've lived in AZ my whole life and never been to there. This is the the guys trying to scare us. They were a little close to the edge. My sisters and I were a bit freaked out because they were so close. They did it on purpose.

Trevor and I. We had so much fun this trip. It was nice getting away and just doing what we wanted to do even if it was spur of the moment.

These pictures don't do it justice. It really was quite a sight.

Sunset at the Grand Canyon. It was beautiful and really cold. I believe the temp. was 37 degrees, but with the wind it was like 32 degrees. It was really fun. Can't wait until next year!

Cody's Baptism Day

2009-05-03T09:18:00.000-07:00

Cody wih Bishop Whipple (Grandpa Terry).

Family picture

Trevor and Cody. Two of my prized possessions. It's crazy that Codyis baptized. He actually was baptized on his birthday. He'll never forget this day. We love you Cody and are proud of your decision to get baptized.

Pinewood Derby

2009-05-03T00:32:00.000-07:00

Trevor and Cody making some last minute touch ups on the car.

Not the best pictue of Cody, but his car turned out really good!

Setting up for one of the races.

Even though it's hard to see, the blue blur is Cody's car. He won this race!! He got 4th overall but he won 1st place for showmanship so he was able to go to District. He won 5th place at District for showmanship out of 13 cars! Way to go Cody!!

This was Cody's first Pinewood Derby and he was so excited. I can't believe I have a son in Cub Scouts. Holy Crap!!

Twins

2009-05-03T00:10:00.000-07:00

This was right before Chester left for the MTC. We went to Bass Pro Shops before we went to the airport. Had to get matching clothes. Love it!

Boys Being Boys

2008-07-26T00:35:00.000-07:00

We were outside most of the day today doing all kinds of odd projects around the house. I snapped a few photos of the boys. They are so fun to watch grow up. They are such a blessing to us.

Cody being funny as usual. Peace Dude!

Wyatt's infamous pout face. Funny thing is he really isn't pouting he's just thinking.

I love this picture! He is so cute. I love his smile!

If we could only hear their thoughts.

Tag, I'm it!!

2008-07-24T22:49:00.000-07:00

My sister Shawna tagged me so I have to list 100 facts about myself. Let's see how long this will take.

1. I'm the oldest of 5 kids.
2. I have 2 boys.
3. I will be 34 this year. SNAP!!!
4. I'm a Leo. ROAR!!!
5. I love listening to music.
6. I love going camping.
7. My favorit colors are red and brown.
8. I love Christmas time.
9. I served a mission in Illinois.
10. Imet my husband on my mission.
11. He was my district leader. HeHe!!
12. I've almost been kidnapped twice in my lifetime.
13. I have met Reba McEntire!!!
14. I also have met Brooks and Dunn!!!
15. I love country music.
16. I have a brother who works at Disneyland.
17. He is friends with Pluto and Kenai!!
18. How much more is there?
19. My baby brother just got home off his mission.
20. He served in Illinois too.
21. He got the top half.
22. I got the bottom half.
23. I am 2nd counselor in the young women presidency.
24. My sisters are my best friends!!
25. My brothers ROCK!!!
26. Gene and Weez are the best parents ever!!
27. I love scrapbooking.
28. Ilove to do woodworking.
29. Ienjoy painting.
30. I am blessed with good friends.
31. I like to read.
32. I love taking pictures.
33. I'm enjoying blogging more and more.
34. Places I've been-
35. California
36. Colorado
37. Texas
38. Oklahoma
39. Kansas
40. Illinois
41. Utah
42. Montana
43. Idaho
44. Wyoming
45. Maine
46. I love travelling even though I don't do it as much as I'd like to.
47. I've always wanted a Jeep.
48. I graduated 15 years ago.
49. I met the Million Dollar Man (wrestler)
50. I love working out in the gym (even though it doesn't look like it).
51. I love to shop.
52. I have a Bachelor's Degree.
53. I've started taking classes to be a nurse.
54. I've had my gallbladder removed.
55. I gave birth to my kids naturally.
56. I hate epidurals. (No judging on those who do. Personal Choice)
57. I love to play softball.
58. Ilove to play basketball.
59. I love to watch football.
60. I moved once since I've been married.
61. My dream vacation would be to go to New Zealand.
62. Iwould like to visit Ireland.
63. I love my husband with all my heart.
64. I love date nights.
65. I totally love my son's (Wyatt) Elvis lip.
66. I really appreciate how my son Cody likes to help with chores.
67. I like taking walks.
68. I'm not done yet!
69. Please make it stop!
70. Anybody?!
71. OK, I thought of another one.
72. I love to bake.
73. I love to cook.
74. I love to decorate cakes.
75. OK, so that was actually 3 things.
76. I also love to grill.
77. Favorite vegetable... zucchini
78. Favorite pasta... alfredo (chicken or shrimp)
79. Favorite food altogether... Seafood
80. I like to make blankets.
81. Favorite soda... Dr Pepper ( although I'm trying to quit )
82. I would love to go to alaska and hunt moose.
83. I love to swim.
84. I used to be on a swim team when I was younger. Loved it.
85. I'm learning how to play the piano.
86. I would really like how to play the guitar.
87. I love to watch movies.
88. I love to go to the mountains and just sit and relax.
89. Especially when it rains.
90. I love the smell of rain and pine trees.
91. They need to bottle that smell and sell it.
92. I would love to have a log cabin someday.
93. I love reading anything Sheri L. Dew writes.
94. I like watching and reading Anne of Green Gables.
95. I hate cleaning.
96. I hate sushi. Actually never tried but I'm sure that i would hate it.
97. I love my family.
98. My favorite time of year is Fall.
99. Oh my Gosh! One more!!
100. I love my Father in Heaven.
YEAH!!! I did it. Hopefully Shawna and Tifani and Mokm will be happy with me now.
I tag Laisa and Lexa!!

My Boys

2008-07-24T10:39:00.000-07:00