Supreme Queen :)

We entered little Audrey in a NATURAL beauty pageant last weekend just for fun and she ended up winning not just her division (0-18months) but over both age groups (0months to 3 years). She was so cute and sweet smiley Audrey. They had a casual wear and formal wear. She also won best smile, surprise surprise!! I know we are biased but she really was the cutest thing there!!!!! ;) haha!

The "Lolly" war :)

Yes you see it first hand right here folks.. They officially all love their Lolly. I am not quite sure how Brayden is going to handle this. We may have to take him to a ILLTMA (I love lolly the most anonymous) class. Audrey and Jackson had some play time and were so sweet, I can't believe how big that little bugger is getting. He is such a good big brother to sweet Griffin. Holiday's and family events just won't ever be the same, looks like we will all be on our feet with this bunch. Love them all so much.

Catching some Air :)

best friends forever

Playing around :)

Burning a calorie or two on the treadmill

two peas in a pod :)

Sleeping Beauties :)

Audrey found her "baby doll" :)

I put a shirt on right after this, I guess his tag was itching him so he took it off!

I haven't taken pictures of them sleeping in a long time, so here it is!!! They are both so sweet especially when they are snoozing. Audrey is 11 months here and Bray is 2 years and 10 months (for me for future reference)

Celebrating the Fourth

We went down to Steph and Lisa's house to celebrate our independence. Bray drove he and Audrey down in his Jeep. Audrey loved it and Brayden felt empowered. It was a fun day filled with fun for the kids and good food, drinks and ENTERTAINMENT for the adults. Fun times. Very thankful.

Brayden's first trip to the Movies :)

Cars.... need I say more?? This cute little moving came out and Chad said, THAT IS WHAT I WANT FOR MY BIRTHDAY!! I said, what? He said to take my son to his first movie. I thought that was so sweet that I agreed. We borrowed the original cars from a neighbor and let him watch it over and over. Sunday, July 3rd, we took him to see Cars 2. He was so excited. When we first got there he had to take in TWO blankies and his passy, go figure. He must have thought he was on another planet with all the crazy lights, popcorn machines, and LOUD noises. He did well during the movie only falling asleep one time for about twenty minutes. Maybe next time he will make it all the way through. Happy Birthday Chad, we love you honey!

Happy Fourth :) and 11 MONTHS OLD!!!

How cute is this little thing??? I want to squeeze every inch of her little self. Can you believe my sweet Audrey is only 1 month away from being a year old!!??? Bring on the tissues folks. She has been the apple of my eye for 11 months, our family just comes together with her here with us. Brayden adores her and takes care of her, Chad melts when he see's her and me, well let's just say she is my little cupcake and leave it at that (wink). I have the cutest pictures of Brayden from his first fourth and I wanted her to have cute memories also. Linda made this adorable outfit from the clothing line "Audrey Mae" coming soon to an Etsy shop near you, haha! (Have to promote whenever possible). It couldn't have been more perfect. Happy independence day to every one. Love you!!

Boys and Their Toys

These two are T-R-O-U-B-L-E when they get together, but it is all in the name of FUN. Angie and I went in together and got this super cool summer water slide for all the kids to have fun on and they LOVE it. This was Houston's first time on it, but he didn't skip a beat (after Bray showed him all the secrets ofcourse). I still have pictures in Brays room from when they were only weeks old together. I have a feeling they will always be friends. Both sweet boys. I love them and have enjoyed living through the eyes of almost THREE year olds.

Girls just wanna have fun :))))))

Sweet Avery and Houston came over on Saturday (July 2nd). It was the first time Avery and Audrey had seen each other in months so it was a great fun time. Audrey loved her so much and gave her lots of hugs and kisses. It was fun to watch the boys playing and rough housing then to see our sweet little girls playing so delicately in the sand. Too cute for words. It is so much fun watching them all grow up together.

Mentzer tv time :)

Yes, it is true my family gets more than the recommended daily does of television. I suppose it is in the Mentzer genes. Before Chad, I watched maybe an hour of tv a week, now I watch at least three hours a day! Whether it's Dora, Toy Story, Wheel of Fortune or Bachelor, if it's on we watch it. With that said, as a side note, my kids play outside A LOT!! We get more than enough exercise. At the very young age of 11 months Audrey has found her fixation on the tube and yes folks, it is no other than the infamous DORA!! She loves her just as Brayden did and still does! Memories in the making at this Mentzer house. Here is Chad, Bray and Audrey all watching/napping in front of the tv.

Dr. Brayden's pictures :)

Ever since I have told Bray about Pops surgery he has had his back pack on and all his doctor "gear" on while saying, "momma, I need to go see Op" Poor guy!!! Pop if you read this please know we all love you over here and are thinking about you. We will do you a "service" and not come around for at least a few days, until we are all better. Plus, we know you need your rest. Brayden has told God to take care of you in his prayers, so sweet as have Chad and I. You will be A-okay after this is all over with. We love you very much and pray for a quick, successful, pain-free surgery and a speedy BACK TO "OP" recovery!!!! :)