THE HERRIN FAMILY

Big City Life

2010-06-23T12:01:00.001-07:00

Josh and I just got back from a 5 day trip to Washington, D.C. to visit Matt and Wendi (you read right...NO KIDS!!) After a long day of travel on Friday we woke up early Saturday morning to go to the battle of bull run and the air and space museum. Wendi and I even found some time for shopping while the kids (and husbands) napped and ended the day with a delicious dinner and running through fountain (well just Abbey).

Wendi and I woke up early on Sunday and went for a jog (it was already 80 degrees and humid as heck at 7:30 am!!) Matt made some delicious breakfast sandwiches (thanks Matt) and we all got ready for a big day at Mount Vernon to see George Washington's home. We waited FOREVER to see his house and were all sweating to death...but there was still more to do! So we took a nice drive to the little town of Alexandria (more shopping!) and of course more eating as well. Wendi cooked dinner that night and we got the girls down for a little earlier bed time, and then we watched a movie and ate ice cream! YUM!On Monday Matt took us to the metro at 8:00 and Josh and I headed into the city. We started at Starbucks and walked to ALL the sights: US Treasury, The White House, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Korean Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, WWII Memorial, Jefferson Memorial....keep in mind it was about 100 degrees today and humid (I was SOAKED!) We took a break from outdoor activities and headed to the Holocaust museum and the Museum of Natural History. Josh and I had some lunch and met up with the Samples' in town. We went to the National Archives (to see the declaration of independence among other historic documents) and to the Museum of American History. But that is not where the fun ended...Matt and Wendi even took us to the National's game that night! We had awesome seats behind left field and Josh and Matt were even chosen for some gametime entertainment and were on the JUMBO-TRON throwing hotdogs! It was classic.
Tuesday was our travel day home, Wendi took us to the airport and I slept almost on every flight! We had such an amazing time and didn't want our trip to end! Love you guys and thanks again for everything!!

B is for "ballet"

2010-06-06T06:45:00.000-07:00

On Saturday Aubrey had her first ballet recital. It sure was a lot of work for a two and a half minute performance! We had to arrive at the park at 5:00 and Aubs didn't even dance until around 7:30, not to mention the hour or so earlier that day for rehersal! It was a good thing we had lots of help to keep the kids entertained, they really liked watching all of the other dancers as well. Here are some pics, video hopefully will be coming soon!

"C" is for Circus

2010-05-04T20:43:00.000-07:00

Nana and Papa decided to take the whole gang to the Shriner's Circus this past weekend! When I say whole gang...I mean Aubs, Jack, Josh, Me, Brennen, Brother, and Heather! It was so much fun and I can't believe how much the kids enjoyed it! Jack was just mesmerized by all the sights and smells (elephant poo)! There were singing pics, contortionists, a man juggling giant planters on his head, ariel artists, dogs, clowns, elephants, and even the giant wheel of death! The guy seriously almost died while trying to jump rope on top of this wheel as it was spinning around the big tent....scary!! Thanks Nana and Papa...we love you!!!

PS sorry for the complete lack of pics but I was in the back row and didn't have the best angle on the kids!

Jack and Aubs in the car on the way...they were both so excited!!

And on his farm he had a pig, E-I-E-I-O, with an oink oink here....

The wheel of death

Jack watching the dogs doing tricks....he LOVES dogs!

I'm a GRANDMA!!

2010-02-16T14:47:00.001-08:00

For those of you who didnt know, our first child Vegas had puppies this morning. She went into labor at 12:00 am and had 6 puppies! She has been a great mom and the puppies are just so adorable. Cant wait to hold them!!

TOO LONG!

2010-02-06T21:14:00.000-08:00

Alright, so it has been way too long since I have updated everyone...SORRY!

Lately we have all been fighting off getting sick, and Jack has lost the battle. We took him to the urgent care last Wednesday night because his cough was starting to sound like a dog. He was diagnosed with bronchiolitis (basically a nasty cold that is in the lungs) and a right ear infection. Now the little guy is on antibiotics (zithromax since he just had amoxicillin for an ear infection last month!), albuterol in his nebulizer, and prednisone (a steroid). The sad thing is that even with all of this stuff he still doesn't seem to be getting much better. He is super cuddly and will even fall asleep in our arms....NOT OUR NORMAL LITTLE GUY!!! If he isn't better by Tuesday I think we will be making a trip to see Dr. Ello to make sure he is okay.

On a happier note, Aubrey started ballet today. This begins an 18 week long adventure that will end with a recital in June! Aubs is surely going to be the next Clara! We stopped off by Auntie Bwittney's house before class for some quick photos...they turned out so cute. I cannot believe how big my little girl is getting. The funniest thing is that she LOVES to stand on her TOES (she curls her toes under and stands ON them!! OUCH!)

Well, I guess that is all for now. Hope everyone is doing well.

He's Walking....or running!

2009-11-15T21:36:00.000-08:00

About a week ago Jack finally figured out the walking thing... and now we just can't stop him!

The Big ONE!!

2009-11-15T20:47:00.001-08:00

Well, today it is official...my baby turned ONE! We had a great camo party yesterday with all our friends and family and I think that Jack really enjoyed himself (and the cake!) Thanks to all who helped us celebrate this big day. Now that Jack is really WALKING we are so busy chasing him around. It is so crazy to think that just a year ago I was screaming in the hospital to get this little guy out! Jack has completely changed our lives and are so thankful to have two wonderful and happy kiddos!

H-A-LL-O-W-EE-N spells HALLOWEEN!

2009-11-14T21:02:00.000-08:00

A little late, but just though I would show off the two cutest kids in the world! We stopped by Auntie Brittney's house for trick-or-treating and she was able to snap some cute shots of the kids. Jack has to be the cutest Saint Bernard ever and Aubs was a fairy princess from the Tinkerbell movie.

PUMPKIN PATCH

2009-11-02T21:31:00.001-08:00

Alright, so I know it is a little late, but I thought I should update some pics of Aubs as well. She has definitely hit the terrible 3's and LOVES to fight with mommy and daddy! These are some pics of us at the Country Merchantile, she is with her friend from school Marec.

PEEK-A-BOO

2009-11-02T21:24:00.000-08:00

Jack has found a new game of peek-a-boo in my curtains! He finally sprouted two teeth and absolutely LOVES to have them brushed! On Halloween, Jack took TWO steps!!!! Can't wait for him to start walking, although I think he really needs to improve his balance! Can't believe how fast he is growin up.

To Abbey From Aubrey

2009-07-11T15:24:00.000-07:00

Samples Going Away Party

2009-07-11T10:25:00.000-07:00

We will all miss our friends Wendi, Matt, Abbey and Baby Samples! Jamie and Brittney threw a great going away party out at Horn Rapids...

Aubrey does not look so happy here!

What a sad face!

The best friends...see you in a few years!

Look at all those cute girls!

Chips and Juicy, what more could a girl ask for?

4th of July fun

2009-07-07T13:25:00.000-07:00

We had a nice relaxing 4th at home this year...and we discovered that Aubrey does not like fireworks but she does like sparklers!

JACK IS 6 MONTHS OLD!!!

2009-05-18T09:47:00.000-07:00

It seems like just yesterday I had a baby bump...unfortunately I still have a bump but no baby in there!! I cant believe how fast time is flying. Auntie Bwitney (as aubs says) took some adorable photos of Jack the other night...some may just have to be blackmail photos when he is older! Jack is now sitting up, eating food, and almost says dada!

Aubs of course can not stay out of the camera! She just had to pose in Josh's GU hat! Wow, I love those eyes!

SPRING IS HERE

2009-04-21T11:36:00.000-07:00

We finally got to play outside and everyone had a blast...can't wait for more sunny days to come!

Tubby Time for Jack!! He LOVES to take baths!

Easter was fun and Aubrey got to find ALL of the eggs since Jack wasn't much competition for her this year!

V-day Pics!!

2009-02-10T14:28:00.000-08:00

Sarah and I made a trip to the mall today to get the boys their monthly photos and some valentine's photos together!! What a day....

Oh my gosh....I can't believe I am three months old!

Aubrey loves being a big sister!

Jack and Easton did great for their close-ups!
Thanks a million for the shirts Aunt Wendi!!

2009-02-08T09:32:00.000-08:00

Okay, so apparently it has been a while since I have posted!! Easton came over to play while the boys went to spokane for a guys weekend (how convenient!!) They are only two months apart...but I think Jack could eat Easton!!!

We decided to play monkey dooz with Aubs and tried the heart piggies!! Cute huh?!

Jack loves to smile these days!! Much easier to get giggles out of then Aubrey ever was!

ARIZONA!!!

2009-01-13T19:30:00.000-08:00

We just got back from our trip to sunny Arizona and had SO much fun!! The kids traveled great (Josh even got a nap on the way home!) and loved having a little bit of sunshine in the middle of the winter! GiGi and Uncle Rod took us to the zoo and aquarium where Aubs got up close and personal with some really neat animals! (yes those turtles are playing leapfrog!!) We Love Arizona and can't wait to go back!!!

THE SNOW IS MELTING!!

2008-12-30T11:20:00.001-08:00

Now that the snow is going away and the temperature is a little bit warmer, Aubrey was looking forward to getting outside for some play time!!

CHRISTMAS!!

2008-12-26T19:16:00.000-08:00

We had such an amazing christmas with our families...Aubrey is SOOO spoiled!! We enjoyed our family tradition of chocolate chip pancakes and Aubrey is getting really good at walking around in 5 inch heels! Hope you all enjoyed your day.

AUBREY'S 2ND BIRTHDAY BALLERINA BASH

2008-12-21T15:23:00.000-08:00

Yesterday my baby Aubrey turned 2!! We celebrated at the Tri-City Court Club by dancing, twirling, and jumping in the bounce house!

FAMILY PHOTOS

2008-12-10T20:27:00.000-08:00

We had family photos taken by our friend and great photographer Brittney Kluse. We had such a great day we were able to go to Columbia park and get some great pictures of the kids and the whole family!

BABY JACK!

2008-11-15T15:37:00.000-08:00

We had some new born photos taken by our friend Brittney Kluse and she did such a great job!! I think she was able to capture some really amazing pictures of him!