Family Photos

.With Paul coming home from Spain we took advantage of everyone being home. Family Pics. What a challenge. Here is Natalie looking adorable.
I have to compliment our photographer, Jen Skeen. She did a terrific job. How does one get all these many people looking any way close to happy? Jen did it. Thank you.
One cute pixie....Lauren.
We usually try to get a picture of the siblings. They are always having fun.
Two cute cousins....Braxtyn and Sofie.
Sarah wanted a pic of her brothers with her 5 girls. If she wants to keep the ratio one to one then she will have to call it quits.
I had to put this picture on. Lexie is totally adorable.
I love the look of Natalie in this picture. For a heads up our family was swimming for about 3 hours and then the little ones were supposed to take a nap before the photos. Ryan did not do as the plan was directed. He did not nap so we didn't get that very cute adorable smile but he was still going strong.


Steve, Sarah and cute girls.
Joel and Caitlan. I always tell everyone to wear a certain color. The colors today were supposed to be gray, sky blue, white and a bit of pink. I have gone out the past few times we took pictures and purchased some shirts that would work because I know someone or all will not have the right colors. Joel showed up in AQUA. It was pretty funny because I said, "Joel you can't wear that shirt." Caitlan immediately said, "See I told you so." It's funny what people think sky blue is. It always works out.
Very cute of photo of Braxtyn and Seth. We miss you Seth.
One adorable grandson. We love this little guy. Also, thank you all for being such great sports with the pictures.

Simming Pool Fun

With all the days we were out in the pool I am surprised at how few of photos I have. This photo actually looks like Ryan is in pain and that cute little guy never felt one bit of pain ever. He loved every minute and was usually pretty upset about getting out.
Nothing says, "I am adorable," like swim goggles. Lexie Lou.
The boys played a game of catching the football from the diving board. Braxtyn got involved and she caught it a couple of times.
I think this photo was taken only moments after eating chocolate pudding. I can still see the evidence. Lauren and Natalie.
Grandpa always gets the best jobs.
This is a very serious project going on here. You can see the concentration on Paul's face. I am just wondering why they chose the heaviest boy to throw.
Mid air trick performed by Natalie Rebecca Hancock. Way to go Girl.
Some moments were better than others.
Sofie was pretty good at getting the hose and giving everyone a very cold shower. The water is about 85 degrees in the pool so when that cold water hits it's a bit of a shock.

Paul Gets Home!!!

We headed to the airport on August 17. Everyone was very excited to see Paul but we were not prepared for him to arrive early. We barely made it on time.
Paul was busy hugging the girls and then he saw this little guy come up. Paul thought it was a boy from another family but he is actually checking out Ryan.
I can't tell who is the most excited....Paul or Lexi.
Joel just trying to be helpful. Braxtyn keeping tabs on PJ.
Adam, Krysta and family. They got there just five minutes to spare. Who arrives all the way from Spain 15 minutes early?
Jill came with Braxtyn. Thanks Jill.
Two happy parents glad to see their baby boy home. Way to go Paul. We have loved having you here.

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Last Minute Photos

These photos are from the week I was in Vegas when Sarah had baby Claire. It was a great week with tons of sweet moments but not one time did I get out my camera. I waited until the last minute and then Sarah said, "Mom let's get some pictures."
I am ready to leave and we get out the camera. That just doesn't make much sense. Nevertheless here are some cute pictures. Lauren looks adorable in the above picture and Lexie always has a sweet smile even when it's one of her small ones.
Evelyn was a treat to take care of. She snuggled right up to me from the minute I got there. She's tiny but determined.
I told Sofie the other day she is very photogenic. She wondered what that meant. You can see...No matter what; she always takes a great picture. Love you Sofie.
You can just see "Imp" all over that face.
The package deal. One grandma with FIVE very adorable sisters. Thank you girls for being such great grand daughters. Loved being there.

Ryan Loves The Pool

Ryan can't get enough of the slide. We put him part way up and down he comes. He's also gone down with a helper like Adam.

Here he is with one of his many trips down with Adam. The minute he gets down he starts pointing that he wants to go again.

Seth and David were tossing him all over and I think they were making Krysta a bit nervous.

I thought I would get out one more set of photos before Paul gets home. It's only a few weeks away and I know it will go fast. As you can see by this photo Paul is spending some time on his creative outlet.
Cute and adorable of course.
We don't know who the people are or anything since he just sends home his camera card. We'll get some explanations once he's home.
Looking thoughtful and pensive....
Looking crazy and fun.
I don't know if Paul had a part in this sweet little girl losing her tooth or not but she is very sweet looking and excited to be the owner of an enamel tooth.




It's always good to know that PJ has kept the faith.
I'm thinking Paul will be looking forward to a little ping pong challenges. Beware Joel.

Who Knows. We will get to see some of these strange looks for ourselves in just a few weeks.