My 3 Sons!

I like people who smile when it's raining!

2011-05-15T15:04:00.000-07:00

Ok, I like people who cry when it's raining too! Lol

Took school off today to play!

2011-03-31T21:16:00.000-07:00

I enjoyed getting my photography stuff out...it's been months since I did something with the kids with the backdrops. I posted a b&w to my www.apey365.blogspot.com but here are a couple color shots. He could not wait to take the suspenders off. His payment for modeling was chocolate of course. What a little poser. :)

Vote for the band

2011-03-03T08:54:00.001-08:00

http://www.battleofthebands.com/u/tietondrive

Please go to the link and vote for Tieton drive in Battle of the bands. They deserve it! It only takes a minute to register and vote.

Outtake

2011-02-26T19:20:00.000-08:00

Here is the outtake from my 365 post. People have no idea how hard it is to get these guys to sit next to each other.
Things are normal around here. Busy, but normal. Connor was being difficult one morning and didn't want to get dressed for school. I hopped in the shower as Tony said he would take care of it. A couple minutes later Tony comes in and says good-bye, I took care of Connor and he's getting dressed. I asked "what did you do"? Tony replies, "I talked to him". A couple minutes later Connor comes into the bathroom all dressed and says, "mom, wanna see how dad got me to get dressed? (as he pulls out a $5 bill out of his t-shirt pocket"). Wow!!! I am pretty sure this guy has our number. It should be interesting to see how we survive raising these 3 boys. It gets harder the older they get, in my opinion. They just get smarter as we get older...not fair!

Shoes

2011-01-30T11:04:00.000-08:00

I don't know why I love kids shoes so much! I would buy new shoes for everyday of the week for them if I could. Aren't these gabba shoes great!

Crickets

2011-01-07T13:31:00.000-08:00

Yes, it's been a while since I have posted on the fam blog! Been doing the 365 project http://www.apey365.blogspot.com/ so, Kids, house, pic of the day and school. That's it for now, will update soon!

Collin did this all on his own

2011-01-05T08:12:00.000-08:00

My oldest is 7 today!

2010-12-09T12:10:00.000-08:00

My oldest boy is 7 today. I am so very proud of him. You would expect me to say that on his Birthday especially! He REALLY is a sweety! A genuine kid who just likes to have fun. I love my buddy so much.

We celebrated last Saturday at our house with some friends and family. Spider man showed up is his mustang. All the kids ran to see him and said it was a costume. The Yakima Spidy drives with his mask off. They all laughed at all his tricks, including the adults. There were some hecklers in the crowd, Cooie and his friends. They wold not join in but had no problem telling spidy he was a "fake". That's my middle child.....keep in it real.

Happy Birthday to the most wonderful 7 year old in my world.....he's the light of my life along with his brothers of course.

Old Maid

2010-11-28T11:53:00.000-08:00

We spent our Turkey day playing Old Maid! It's funny how it made us all laugh and just enjoy the moment. The best Thanksgiving I have had in a long time.

Snow

2010-11-23T17:35:00.000-08:00

Looks like a great day to play hooky!

Sneaky

2010-10-23T20:28:00.000-07:00

I was a sneaky little girl. If in charge of making the lunches for my little bro and I, I happily did it. Not because I was being kind to my mom, but because I ate my little brothers cookies. Once busted, I denied any involvement in such an act.

I decided one morning, it would be a good idea to squirt toothpaste on my grandparents bathroom mirror. When confronted, I again denied it. It baffled my grandparents. Even a week later at dinner my grandfather decided $1 might entice the delinquent. My brother decided $1 was pretty good payoff for admitting to something he did not do. Still, no peep out of me.

I promise, today I have grown out of this. God, has decided to grant me with 3 little sneaky boys. I know that pay backs are a "you know what" but man on man.....why "3" sneaky little boys. They are really giving me a run for my money.

So, here is my sincere apology for all my sneakiness...I AM SOOOOOOO SORRRRRYYYY!

That busy time of year again!

2010-10-21T10:09:00.000-07:00

It's fall and with that comes family photos and holiday portraits, this all keeps me busy. I love every minute of it, and love the people I have been meeting. I love it all! The candy corn, pumpkins, and crisp clean air.

The face of Cheeky Monkey Photography

Pumpkinn patch with our friends.

THE Fair

2010-09-29T21:39:00.000-07:00

We came.

We saw.

We're broke.

The Yakima Fair 2010

A family tradition....to eat candy at 10:00 am

2010-09-25T13:39:00.000-07:00

The parade has become an annual event. The boys look forward to the candy and it's fun to watch the kids smile.

I'm not going to look at the clowns!

This is what happens when you give him sugar!

We love historic FRONT STREET in Yakima, WA

2010-09-17T21:42:00.000-07:00

Here he is! My little poser! The one that pretends to "hate" having his picture taken. My 5 year old. The train track next to Front street in Yakima, WA. Tons of cute shops and yummy food. They have done a nice job with the revitalisation of this historic area. It's a great photo opp. as well! I don't mind the graffiti for the pics but it would be nice if Yakima could wipe out the graffiti.

Here are a few of the fine establishments you MUST see.

http://www.garden-dance.com/

http://visityakima.com/newSite/downtown-yakima.asp

Ming Ming

2010-09-09T13:59:00.000-07:00

Wonder pets.....wonder pets....we're on our way...to help a baby Cammy and save the day....we're not too big and we're not too tough...but when we work togtether we've got the right stuff.......GOOOOOOOOO Wonderpets!

Cameron's 3rd Birthday

2010-09-05T17:56:00.000-07:00

The invite! Cammy loves his Gabba's and it was no question that he would have another Gabba party. His 3rd Birthday photo shoot was with his good pal Brobee, which I used for his invites. Made in Cs5. Some from the photo shoot.

I found these iron on transfers (free at www.gabbafriends.com) there are tons of cool Gabba freebies there. I used them to cut out foam sheets to create 3-D Gabbas. The only down side I could see to my creation is that Cameron wanted to play with them. He loved them so much he went to bed with them. I of course came in while he was sleeping to pry them out of his little hands. When he saw them hanging from the mobile, he yelled at me!

I used cardboard to make a giant Muno. I painted him red and used the left over foam to create the eye and mouth. He was a hit. So much so, I am afraid his arms will need to be amputated.

I made a sign that said "cammy" from the left over foam as well. It was in the colors of the Yo Gabba Gabba logo.

Muno cake pops. You could do these in any character, but it is time consuming.

Left over napkins and plates from last years party made this years party very inexpensive.

Brotherly love!
Happy Birthday to me!

Usually I like to bake a cake, but was stretched for time. I bought these bath squirties for $10 on amazon and used them for cake toppers. Also, his gift from mom and dad. The store misspelled his name so I scrapped it off and wrote it myself...oh well! The Gabba backgrounds were also printed off from www.gabbafriends.com

Brobee bathrobe made by Auntie Christen, very awesome. Now if we could just get it off big bro!

And that's a wrap! Can I just say that I think he's pretty amazing! He did not deserve to have the flu on his b-day! I love my little 3 year old with all my heart. He's awesome!

This was not easy for me....

2010-08-13T05:52:00.000-07:00

Sifting thru my archives for this post was not easy for me. I started balling my eyes out when I saw the baby pics of Cooie. It brought me back to the sweetest times of my life. How seriously precious this baby boy was. He was so lovely and beautiful! Still is!!!

We are on our way for some much needed family time and to celebrate this wonderful little boys life. Happy Birthday my little Coo frog. You are mommies heart.

Dillinger's

2010-08-09T08:35:00.000-07:00

If my Grandpa was still with us, the boys would have been given "names".

He had a "name" for everything and everyone. The general consensus about the "would've been" name is "Dillinger's". That's what he used to call little trouble maker boys.

I get many looks while out with the boys. Looks of empathy, anger, half smiles, most just say in passing...."you have your hands full". I have them pretty well under control in public...with the occasional melt-down. I will miss even these moments when they are gone. Even now, I miss those late nights feeding them every two hours.

Froggy Heaven

2010-08-09T07:40:00.001-07:00

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I've neglected you!

2010-08-02T18:54:00.001-07:00

I wish I could say I just got back from Paris. I can't even tell you that I have left my small town. I have been moving! Yucky! The boys are loving the new pad and what they call "the bat cave". It's a walk in closet perfect for little boys. It houses a bunch of toys and some new art work from Cammy. It was done in black permanent marker. I am sure he thinks it's a masterpiece. Tons of swimming! Collin has finally advanced in his swimming career. He swims underwater but something about swimming with his head above water he can't seem to master. We are very proud of our toothless boy. Cammy is in love with the pool. Cooie is in love with the chair located next to the pool. We have tried so hard to get him in, but not even bribes work on the Cooster. One of these kids is doing his own thing!!!!

Thanks for the fun times!

2010-06-05T19:06:00.000-07:00

So sad to see you go! It was a fun trip and the boys and I will miss you. Here are some of my faves from our time together! Oh, thanks again for mowing the lawn, look at far we've come my brother!

Introducing...Tieton Drive...The band!

2010-05-21T07:26:00.000-07:00

Tieton Drive needs your support to get to the top 5 position of this contest. http://www.indierockvstheworld.sonicbids.com/BandDetails.aspx?b=14835&bn=Tieton+Drive

They are a hard working and passionate group of people that won't disappoint on stage!

10 things about Cameron

2010-05-14T16:12:00.001-07:00

10. Cameron loves a photo opportunity with mama.
9. Cameron has stayed true to his Gabba friends since he was 1.
8. He idolizes his brother Collin and does everything he does.
7. Cameron LOVES to read and can read me his fave books.
6. Has a bit of a temper, but since he's 2 it's kind of expected...sometimes cute.
5. Likes panda express chow mein, but I am pretty sure it's because Muno loves noodles.
4. Has a bed time ritual of book with mommy, gabbas all lined up in bed and mommy must say "sleep tight, don't let the bed bugs bite".
3. Loves going to the zoo and aquarium.
2. Dislikes BUGS, especially if they are on him.
1. Is one of the sweetest little boys I have had the pleasure of knowing.

10 things about Connor!

2010-05-06T20:06:00.001-07:00

10. His favorite color is green.
9. He loves frogs, but does not have a real one....don't get any bright ideas.
8. He got the nik name "Cooie" from Collin at age 1 because Collin could not say Connor.
7. Cooie loves projects and is always busy.
6. Cooie is a pack rat. He totes things around the house all day long.
5. Cooie wants to be a scientist and an explorer.
4. He loves his long hair.
3. He loves hot dogs.
2. Has bad dreams and sneaks into Collins bunk for comfort.
1. Has the most dreamy eyes, I used to call him walking eyeballs.

10 things about Collin

2010-05-04T07:04:00.000-07:00

10. I want to be a Nascar driver and and Spy.

9. I eat peanut butter and honey sandwiches almost everyday.

8. I love to hear funny stories about myself.

7. I go on adventures in my backyard.

6. I'm terrified of spiders.

5. I think certain shoes make me run faster.

4. I give my mommy hugs when she's sad.

3. I sneak treats from the kitchen.

2. If I don't like my dinner I eat it in an hour taking a sip of water with every bite. But, if I love it it's gone in 5 minutes.

1. I replace "R's" with "W's" when I talk. "I like to wun weally fast".

What I make them do for the X-Box 360

2010-04-18T15:43:00.000-07:00

Aquarium Adventures

2010-04-17T21:27:00.000-07:00

Collin, Cammy and I had a wonderful day exploring the Aquarium. Auntie Ambie, Chanel and Cole joined us. I am convinced that everyone from the zoo decided on the aquarium instead, due to rain of course. Is it ok that I wished the aquarium opened up just for us! It was so wonderful to see my little guys so interested in the cool sea creatures.

Mama and Cooie adventures

2010-04-11T16:27:00.000-07:00

My little Cooie was a wonderful companion on my trip to Seattle. We ate good food, visited family and went shopping!

This and that!

2010-03-26T09:50:00.000-07:00

I LOVE my little boys with all my heart. I am learning what it means to "try" and raise well adjusted members of society. I could have done things a lot better, but there is still hope. I told myself that I would be a teacher and make that a priority........until we had 3 of them. I told myself that I would not let them watch television or play video games in excess.......until I realized I would never have any "me" time unless I allowed TV and video games into our house. I also never anticipated that I might not always know how to handle all that my 3 sons bring to the table.

What if your two year old says poop, butt and wiener every other word. What if he calls you poopy butt in the middle of a crowded area. What do I do when he looks at you with the most adorable smile and says with arms wide open "I love you this much" but turns around a minute later and says with arms wide open "I hate you this much". What if you try to ignore it to fix it and the problem still persists. What if you discipline for it and the problem continues. Maybe there is no easy solutions sometimes. Maybe, this is more common than I think. Do other moms go through these trials and just keep it to themselves because they are embarrassed to admit they don't have it under control all the time.

These are my questions, that go unanswered. I want great kids like everyone else. Maybe I should just laugh at these days because it's a phase and they will grow up to learn respect. Yep, that's what I'll do, laugh it off. He always does!

Happy Birthday Little Brother!

2010-03-04T07:15:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Collier! The boys and I are wishing you a very special day and we miss you!

It's not easy being green.

2010-03-03T15:15:00.000-08:00

Cooie had his 4 year old vaccinations today and he was not happy. He handled it very well.....I thought we were all in trouble. I was pleasantly surprised. The Dr. would ask him questions and Collin would answer for him. Cooie seemed ok with this because he was catatonic and very uncomfortable. It made me realize how close they are. Collin told him he was doing a good job while getting his exam. I also found out that Cooie has a common childhood heart murmur. Kinda scary, but I was assured that it was no big deal. He was rewarded for his bravery with a green Italian soda and a frog book from mommy on top of all the cool stickers and books from the Dr. He has had a perma-grin since.

2010-03-01T16:31:00.000-08:00

I painted some old tires as props for my biz and for my own personal pics of course. The boys loved playing in the tires and it was a super easy way to keep them in one spot for a few minutes. The black jacket Cooie is wearing was a gift from his friend Caleb and he loves it. Thank you for Cammy's monkey outfit as well! You spoiled us this visit!

There's a nummy in my party!

2010-02-20T08:28:00.000-08:00

There's a nummy in my party! (Cameron's words after taking a bite of his raisin toast.)
Translation: There's a party in my tummy.

Cameron is growing up and certainly talking up a storm. In the waiting room of the doctor office, Cameron pointed to the man behind us and said "Mommy, is that a monster?" I turned to see what he was looking at and it was a very tall bearded man. He sorta resembled Herman Munster but with long shaggy gray hair. I quickly scanned the room and noticed a dinosaur on the wall and said " NO Cammy, that's a dinosaur." A few minutes later he pointed to a bald man and said "is that a baby?" This man laughed and I was afraid to stay any longer. He does not mean any harm. He will see men while out and about and even if they look nothing like daddy, he will ask "is that daddy." Either he's really curious about people or really confused!

Can you keep me safe?

2010-02-15T09:08:00.000-08:00

For some reason the Baby einstein videos have provided hours of entertainment to the kids since Collin was a baby. In some of the videos the puppets will enter the the screen "in a peek-a-boo" fashion. The music gets loud and always startles me. It has scared each child from Collin at 1 to 2 years old, Connor the same and now Cameron at age 2. He really wants to watch these movies, but knows that if he does he will be scared. Cameron will ask to watch the show but recently he asked me to sit with him and keep him safe. I went to the other room to do my hair. I could see him watching the show from where I stood. He had his blankie over his eyes. When I asked him what was wrong he looked at me with worried eyes and asked if I could hold him! How funny is it that he wants to subject himself to that.

We recently had some little friends over for a day. I had 6 boys to care for (ages 1, 2, 3, 4, and two 6 year olds). While getting all the kids settled on a project or toy, Collins 6 year old buddy turns to me and says "there's a lot of drama in this house". I cracked up. I wasn't sure if it was due to the "6" children in the house or if it was just so different from his house. Yes, DRAMA. That is one word to describe my days. Here are some other words to describe my days: loud, dirty, soap, coffee, diapers, crumbs, fruity snacks, blankie, cereal, peanut butter, milk, grocery store, poop, apple juice, diapers, poop, weiner and no.

Home away from home!

2010-02-07T08:39:00.001-08:00

We took the older boys to the Seattle Center for a day of fun! The weather was perfect and the boys were in heaven. It was nice to get out of Yakima for the day and just enjoy the surroundings. Seattle makes me happy!

These guys are busy, busy, busy!

2010-02-02T07:56:00.000-08:00

Cereal anyone?

2010-01-26T09:46:00.000-08:00

Today

2010-01-16T16:39:00.001-08:00

Collin wasn't home when I took these photos of Connor and Cameron. I really love these shots of them and had to share. I have been slacking on pics lately, the motivation just has not been there. Can't wait for some warm weather pics!

Introducing........."Undie Boy".

2010-01-16T12:41:00.000-08:00

This may be the only time it's acceptable to wear someone else's underwear. This is Undie Boy! It used to be Diapie Boy, until he saw his older brothers running around in underwear. Something about running around in your skivvies makes you want to dance. Let's just hope this isn't a glimpse into Cameron's future career choice. Have a happy Saturday, and don't forget to do a little dancin in your undies.

I love my new peacoat!

2010-01-15T16:40:00.000-08:00

Thank you for my new coat, I love it! (words right out of his mouth). I could only snap a couple shots today for you mom, but thought you would like to see him in your latest find. SUPER cute!

There has been a plague on our house. We all had head colds followed by a horrible cough and the cherry on top was the flu for Connor, Cameron, myself and Tony as I type. How did I manage to get it even after having the flu shot? I don't want to be that close to my toilet.....seriously! My payment for taking care of sick people.........to become a sick person! That is all in the past now...unless Collin manages to get it. I don't know why he would escape this, he did last year.

I am thankful that we are all safe and feel so horrible for the recent tragedy in Haiti. Makes me wonder what we would do in such an event. I should re-title this post "Debbie Downer".

Bye Bye!

If looks could kill......

2010-01-08T19:21:00.000-08:00

There has been a sick child in my house since Christmas. I am now battling it out with my beautiful two year old. He is going to be one grumpy old man if he keeps on this track. I know it's no fun to be sick. Especially when your two and don't quite understand what is going on with your body. Oh.........the looks, the looks that really will kill me if he does not stop. He's two! What, where and how! I am in some serious trouble if I'm already getting the dirty looks. What's he gonna do to me when he's 15? One good thing that keeps me going is the success that is "Connor". We went from growling and grunting to this sweet little boy. So for now my little Cameron.......mommy will cut you some slack because you are sick. I'm laying down the law next week.........you watch!

A clean start!

2010-01-03T14:35:00.001-08:00

Welcome to 2010!
A clean start!

My year in review:
As I sat to ponder 2009, I sat looking like there was no light on. That's because there was no MAJOR event in 2009. There was no baby born. (can I get a pat on the back please). Not that having a 4th baby would be the end of the world...it's just not on the to do list. A little girl sounds like something I might want to have. But.......I want my sanity more.
We didn't go on any vacations. Unless you count the time we packed up the family for an Ocean shores getaway.......and made it Alki beach because we realized 3 hours one way was better than 5.
Tony and I did manage to have some solo getaways and those were very fun and memorable.
We have had only MINOR health scares with Cameron and only one ER visit and 3 stitches.
We spent an entire year in a house that actually felt like "home". That meant a lot to me.
Nintendo DS became my best friend and my worst enemy.
We rescued 2 pups from the park and found a good home for them.
I found a really good scone recipe that became my best friend and my worst enemy.
I found out what I was missing all these years, when Cameron finally started sleeping in.
I found out that my Wii fit age was 52.
I met complete strangers out shopping that were kind and complimentary. One yelled Excuse me across the parking lot just to tell me my coat was beautiful. One offered to help me to my car when I could hardly carry the giant sized birthday cake. There are some really kind people out there!
So you can see (my 3 loyal readers) nothing major in 2009. No resolutions from me for 2010. Just gonna try to have some fun and see some more of the world.

A little break dancin, gabba's and music!

2009-12-26T15:07:00.000-08:00

Christmas eve we did a little break dancin, Christmas morning we opened a TON of presents, Christmas day we surrounded ourselves in our loot! Good times and great memories. Now, I'm gonna go wrap up in my new "pink" snuggie and catch some flicks. Enjoy playing with all your new toys!!!!

I think my baby is amazing!

2009-12-21T12:50:00.000-08:00

I can say that because he's mine. I have done everything for him. I lost so much sleep feeding him as a newborn that it hurt. I worried beyond worry when we didn't know what was wrong with him. Cameron and all my sons have my heart. When they start to hate me for parenting them, I will still love them. When they drive a car through the garage, spill bleach on the carpet or cut their brothers hair I will still love them. I don't have a daughter and I am sure I will miss out on a shopping, fashion and decorating buddy. I just hope they will still want to be with mommy when they are men. For now, I better cherish all this love, fun and craziness while I still have it all under one roof! My Connor will squeeze me so tight while saying "MY MOMMY". When the other boys see this they get in on the action. Christmas is just around the corner (4 days away) and I hope all my friends and family have a blessed and loving Christmas.

Another Ben 10 party!

2009-12-06T19:40:00.001-08:00

Collin celebrated his 6th birthday with his Yakima friends and family. Before we left the house I captured some 6 year old portraits. How handsome you are little Collin. All he could say all morning was "is it 2:00 yet"?

Batman showed up again this year! Man do the kids love Batman!Aunt Christens bookstore has the Three little piggy houses, so the kids chased each other as wolves and pigs. Whoever was the wolf had to tag the pig and then passed the wolf (mask) over to the other person and so on and so on. Collin wsa taking a little break.Here is Collin blowing out the candles on the cake.
Thanks for the great party Auntie at, www.outonawhimbooks.com
Thanks to everyone who thought of Collin on his big day.

Happy 6th Birthday to my sweet Collin!

2009-12-05T17:56:00.000-08:00

My little man is 6 this week! I am so proud of my Collin, he is so much fun to be around and a very kind little boy. I am so lucky that I am your mommy!

A picture story for you!

2009-11-29T16:40:00.000-08:00

I have been busy!

2009-11-15T18:29:00.000-08:00

It's that busy time of year again. Busy thinking about the Holidays and Collin's 6th Birthday. On top of all the usual holiday stuff I am busy with my business. I am very happy to do what I love, even if it's part-time. I have not felt much like posting lately, but also most the images of the boys I won't share until my Christmas card. So, not much to post. I did capture these ones today of Cameron. I know most of you don't care for high contrast b&w's but they are my favorite. I hope you all have a wonderful Turkey day if I don't post before then. Be safe and happy!

Halloween 2009..........is over!

2009-11-01T18:46:00.000-08:00

Cameron (Brobee) Collin (Ben 10) Connor (Frog)

These are the costumes I remember wearing as a child:
Cat
Old woman

Why can't I remember any others? See if you can remember the costumes you wore as a child.

The boys rocked it old school this year. They went door to door. They were adorable and excited and WET.

It's good!

2009-10-15T20:11:00.000-07:00

To those who follow the health of my little Camerooonsky. The full blood work up that was done for those questionable lymph nodes, came back ok. Also, the AFP and ultrasound this round was all good as well. The last Dr. visit my budding director (Collin) took my phone out and recorded some of the Dr. checking out Cameron. Now, Cameron roams my videos and watches his encounter with the Dr. He knows now, who he is and what will happen to him. With his most serious voice he looks up at me and says, "that's the Dr." as if he's this monster. We are well known in the ultrasound office and luckily we have the same lady every time. I am very pleasaed with my little guy. He is doing great!

FAIL photo session..but still worth all the trouble

2009-10-14T12:49:00.000-07:00

It is more work photographing my own kids, because they just don't take me seriously sometimes. Welcome to a day in my life. This is my "FAIL" photo session. Here are the reasons these would not be sell able.

#1. Cammy is watching yo gabba

#2. It looks like Collin and Coo have 2 heads on 1 body.

The upside: They are genuinely smiling!

#1. If it looks like they are in pain, it's most likely not a sold image.

The upside: Collin looks happy!

Ok, this is the winner of the bunch. I don't have eye contact from 2 of the 3, but I still like it.

This one.....chokes me up.

Do you ever feel sad and lonely? That's the feeling this photo gives off. Since it does not give that warm fuzzy (my family loves me) feeling. We will leave this one out of the scrapbooks! The real truth is that if Cooie can't call the shots he just won't do it. This was a protest and battle of wills. I don't mean to pigeon hole any of my children, but he's making it awfully hard to "not" call him a "middle child". I could just eat Cammy up in this one!

This happened because by this time, we were no longer 3. There is a window of opportunity when photographing multiple children and that window closed pretty fast.

But, I am pretty quick and can always get a solo shot!

Hope you all enjoyed my glimpse into a photo session with the Davis boys. As disastrous as this was, it is the reality of a photo session and also my daily life with 3 sons. Lots of protests and choking! How will I ever survive?

A beautiful fall date with Collin.

2009-10-08T16:30:00.000-07:00

Collin will be 6 in December. Just looking at these pics makes me wish I could hold him as a baby again. We were on a mommy/son date and he had me laughing. When you have more than one child, getting them alone really helps to see the individual personality. One thing that cracks me up about Collin is his clumsiness. I'm not sure if it's that his mind is elsewhere, but this little guy fell twice while on our date. Once from on top of a bench doing karate chops and again just walking. We went to the bookstore (one if my fave places) and looked around.

Central Washington Fair and Good friends

2009-10-06T07:09:00.000-07:00

Tony played with his band, Tieton drive at the Central Washington fair last Sunday. The boys were able to watch daddy perform.

Our good friends Janelle and Caleb drove from Spokane for a visit. We had a blast.

Grammy and Cammy watching the show.

Rides at the fair. I call this one Peek-a-Coo

Hi mom!

Went back at night to have some of our fave fair foods.

Janelle and me.

My little sunshine

2009-09-30T16:32:00.000-07:00

One of my Favorite things in the world, is HATS! Cooie shares my love of hats, he picked this one out today and we both thought it was worthy of a photo shoot! Seriously, this little guy needs an agent, he's so willing! That's why you have been seeing him the most!

Just in time for fall.....my new shabby granny chair!

2009-09-24T14:09:00.001-07:00

Click on this one to view larger!

I have been looking for some time now for an old chair to use for posing. I found this one today and had Coo do some posing for me. Isn't he just the sweetest little man. I am so happy with my find today I had to post!!! Can't wait for my fall sessions with this chair! Doesn't it look great with the apples? I am going to find a spot once the leaves fall and set it up there too!! So much fun!!!

I'm such a lucky mama.

2009-09-16T20:44:00.000-07:00

My house is a disaster. The laundry is not done. I have a million things to do but all I really want to do is freeze these moments. Good thing I have my camera by my side at all times. I love my little guys! A fun outing chasing squirrels and pretending the gazebo is a haunted house. They have such great imaginations, I love that about them! Collin made up an imaginary "Grandpa mailman" not to long after that Cooie decided he had a "Grandpa frog". Cooie still talks about his Grandpa frog a year later.

I keep a journal of things that happen with the boys, like the first tooth or funny things they might say. I was just reading it over and here are some of the entries:

December 9th 2007
Tony was on sitter duty. I did not close the baby gate to the kitchen as I left. When I came home I noticed an entire bag of marshmallows was gone. Tony knew nothing about it. When I went to Collin, I asked him why he had a band-aid on his tummy he replied, "I ate to many marshmallows."

August 27th 2009
My mom was over watching the kids while we went to Seattle for a job. Collin went to the kitchen sink and took the sprayer, put it in his mouth and proceeded to get a drink. Grandma asked Collin if mommy let's you do that? He replies: Sometimes, If she doesn't see me!

Bro's

2009-09-14T14:24:00.001-07:00

My boys are fun. My boys are crazy. My boys love each other. Even if they don't always show it!
My guys have tons in common, they share the letter "C" and they all have birth marks on their necks. I wonder if we had a fourth if he would have a birth mark on his neck as well!

Good morning sunshine

2009-09-14T08:22:00.000-07:00

Some things are a must have! When I saw these jammies I knew Cammy needed to own them. The monkey has a scar in the exact same spot as Cammy. How perfect!

When you wake up with hair that looks like this, does it mean he had a good night sleep or a bad one?

Strike a pose

2009-09-07T20:43:00.000-07:00

My kids are what made me want to get better at photography! They are now seasoned pros and given the right time of day, all three of them ask to strike a pose. Collin was all about it today, he had so many new poses for me. I love capturing my boys and giving them the gift of photos.

It was gabba land at the Davis house today!

2009-09-05T23:31:00.000-07:00

Tony, Collin, April, Cammy, and Cooie all wearing home-made gabbs t-shirts!

Today was Cammy's 2nd birthday celebration. Of course we did it gabba style! Cameron knew today was his party and the anticipation of it all was almost too much for him to bare. When he awoke from his nap, we had put out all the decorations. This was a careful procedure, if we had done it too soon Cameron would have had all the plates, napkins, goody bags in piles all for himself. He caught me the day prior making a goody bag, let me tell you this guy must have said "gabba" in his most pitiful voice about 50 times before I had to give in. His passion for the little monsters is fascinating. It goes beyond the normal love, I might call this an obsession. Most of our "invited" guests did not make the b-day due to colds and prior obligations. So, it was nice and low key with just Ton's parents and the boys. It was nice. Cameron had had a blast.

Cammy and his cake. Rando said he's buy that for $7.99 Treat bags, minus a muno for a certain 2 year old! Hmm hmm

Playtime before the party, with you guessed it.

Cameron singing while listening to Gabba music. Nothing makes me smile like this little guys sweet voice.

Artwork by Meow-ma who watched the boys while we went out of town. Kept up because of it's awesome-ness.

This one was mine. Tried to duplicate the gabba logo.

Hey guys, this one's mine.....all mine!Cameron enjoyed blowing out the candles. About 3 times lol!

Happy Birthday my little boy! Seriously, you just can't get any older until I am ready!!!

Collin's first day of Kindergarten

2009-09-02T14:03:00.000-07:00

Today is the first "official" day of Kindergarten for Collin. He has had 2 years of preschool so I was prepared for the day. I did get teary eyed before we left the house and Collin reminded me that the school was really close to the house. He woke up and kept asking me if he could go to school. We had to wait until noon!!! He has half day afternoon class. We decided to leave early for lunch. He chose McDonald's! He said he was excited to learn! I am so proud of him and I hope his day is wonderful! This is the beginning of his school career!

Cameron turns TWO on Thursday!

2009-09-01T14:09:00.001-07:00

We will miss all the family and friends who can't make Cameron's Dancy dance party!

Front of invite

Back of invite
Cameron is 3 days old !

Cameron is 1 month old!

Cameron at "1" year!

Here he is today! My little sweet boy!

Happy 2nd Birthday my sweet Cameron! You are so much fun and make mommy laugh everyday! I love you!

The little Coo frog turned 4!

2009-08-19T22:03:00.000-07:00

The invites were sent out and a 4th birthday was on it's way. We had one excited Cooie in our house. The cake was made (with the help of the birthday boy) and cake balls that were supposed to resemble frogs and lady bugs. Actually looked more like mutant frogs and lady bugs. Looks aside, Tony and Collin went goo goo for cake balls!

Our friend Jamie loaned us the bounce house for his special day! Thank you! Look at that smile! This was a perma-grin if I ever saw one!!!!!

Oh Daddy! I must say there is something sexy about a guy who makes fishing poles and boats for his son's b-day! A guy who carefully paints them. A guy who paints racing stripes. The kids and I will never forget that special thing you did!

The Pinata! The worm didn't stand a chance. You were so cute!

And so done for!

Thanks for the Lolly Mr. Worm friend! Little Cole and family drove 2.5 hours for the party! It was so good to see you guys!!!
Cooie proudly showed his friends and family all his lovely gifts.

Some made him laugh! Today when you go into his room, this little guy is turned facing the wall. I wonder why?

Thanks to the wonderful friends and family that made Cooies day super special! He was a very happy boy and that made me a very happy mommy!

Sniffle, Sniffle, waaaaaaaaa Happy 4th Birthday Coo frog!

2009-08-15T20:25:00.000-07:00

My dearest son Connor Quinn,

You are growing so fast! I know everyone says that, but for some reason you just kinda had no choice but to grow a little faster! You are precious to mommy and I love you.

Cooie is 1 month old! Cooie is 1 year old!

Cooie is 2 years!

Cooie is 3 here!

And this my Coo frog today!

He remains true to his "frog" friends to this day. Loves to play batman and play Ben 10 video games with his older brother. He likes to make forts for his baby brother Cameron and loves candy! Especially, m&m's!

Happy special day little man! It's was one of the happiest days of my life meeting you for the first time! What a lucky mama I am!

4 hours in the car for an hour of fun!

2009-08-09T12:37:00.000-07:00

The Davis family was all packed and on the road for a beach getaway. Ocean Shores was the destination. It seamed the 5 hour one way trip was doomed at the start. Between, screaming, hitting, crying, growling and hissing we changed course and opted for Alki beach instead. So we cut out drive time in half and saved on a hotel room.Looks like next year is our year for the big one. The boys were so excited to see the beach and really didn't seem to mind that we were in Seattle. In fact, Collin could not believe we were in Seattle. I guess all the trips to Seattle in his little lifetime I failed to mention where we were. I have high hopes that our family vacations will get better or at least last more than an hour!

Welcome to Cameron's world

2009-08-07T08:54:00.000-07:00

Cameron is turning 2 next month and for the past year he has loved Yo Gabba Gabba. He wakes in the morning with his friends & he plays with them all day long. Look at that smile! Surrounded by a sea of Gabba's!

We finally made it to Boulder Cave

2009-07-30T16:42:00.001-07:00

About 2 weeks ago, Cooie and I attempted a trip to Boulder Cave. We did not make it and ended up stranded on the Hwy because the transmission went out in the yellow van. We went this time with our good friends Jamie and Dominik and had a blast.

Along the way the boys decided to take shirts off. It was hot!

Cooie would not pose with me! Boo hoo!

Our little friend.We made it to the cave.The boys went swimming. Oops we forgot towels and swim shorts.A shot of the Cave.
Collin thought it was soooooo funny when Dominik had to strip down and I informed him that I would not be laughing because he was next.

From single to double car garage.

2009-07-29T17:44:00.000-07:00

Collin lost his 2nd tooth today, congrats my little buddy!

Random faves from the last month

2009-07-26T13:01:00.001-07:00

Roar My big boy
4th of July. Cammy was mad because we tried to put him to bed. He wanted to be in on the action.

My Coo frog is almost "4"!!!!!!

Cammy posing

Tony and I got away to portland to see Tears for fear. I only wished I could have brought the big camera in.

Waiting for the show.

Cheese (this is rare, me in a pic)

Back at home with my Golden child.......where did he come from?

My numbers photography challenge.

Pondering his next move.

Double trouble.

First pics with my new dream lens.

4th of July swimming fun.

Poor Collin

2009-07-22T14:00:00.000-07:00

As I wrap up the old diaper and put on the new one for Cammy, Collin walks in the room. He's been so good and minding his own business. Innocently he walks into the room just to see what's going on. I ask "Collin, would you please run this diaper out to the garage". As it lay in his little 5 year old hands he looks up and me and says....is this poop or pee. I reply, poop! He turns away towards the garage, diaper in tow and says.....I'm carrying poop!

I guess that may be to much information, but this is my life. I enjoy the comic relief that Collin, Cooie and Cammy bring to me everyday.

I just bought a new phone and the video capabilities are wonderful, so go to my you tube and check out the boys live. http://www.youtube.com/sweetazrielle Don't forget to subscribe to you can get updates when new videos are posted.

By the way, Collin love wearing Robin costumes and this is what he is wearing in the picture above.

A buddy for me!

2009-07-15T16:52:00.000-07:00

How long will it last? It is fun having my very own "buddy". He is so sweet, so funny and full of energy. He's a great dancer. He just busts into dance when tunes are on. I don't remember the other boys talking this much at his age. He says 3 word sentences. Like,

M O M M Y.......Cooie......hit! Meaning Mommy Cooie hit me!

So much fun to have my buddy!

One freckle

2009-07-07T19:16:00.000-07:00

I have grown fascinated by Cameron's freckle. It is perfect. It just appeared one day and I don't even know when. I can't stop looking at the lonely freckle. It is so cute sitting atop my little boys nose. It's him and even if many more appear they will look adorable in my eyes.

All children beware, there is a tooth caper on the loose and his name is Cameron

2009-07-03T08:59:00.001-07:00

This morning was quite the event. Collin lost his first tooth! He is so proud, so excited and can't wait to go to sleep for the tooth fairy!

UNTIL:

The Cammy tooth caper came and swiped it right out of Collin's little excited hands. Never to be seen again!

Dear Tooth Fairy,

I lost my first tooth today! My rotten little brother lost it! Can you please accept this note as payment for my tooth. If you really need the tooth, it's somewhere between the couch and the playroom.

Sincerely,

Collin Chamberlin

Happy Birthday Mommy!

2009-06-30T06:36:00.000-07:00

Cammy is "thinking" about giving his favorite Muno to you for your Birthday!

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear mommy/meow-ma/best mommy/best meow in the world.........Happy Birthday to you!

Try to have a fun day and we love you!

Love,
Tony, Apey, Collin, Cooie & Cammy

The Doctor is gonna do what to me?

2009-06-29T19:55:00.000-07:00

While sitting in the waiting room of the Urology office, Cameron was in great spirits. He tested out his sandals on the slippery tile floor. Sliding all over the office giggling about his slippery discovery. 8 out of the 12 people in the waiting room were amused and found the laughter funny. One lady chimed in about the saying on his jumper "crabby" with a picture of a crab on it. She said "that shirt is all wrong, he's not crabby".

The long drawn out wait from the waiting room and again in the exam room was frustrating. However, I enjoyed watching my little man find fun with whatever we could come up with. From songs on my blackberry to a fun little up and down game on the doctors stool. I asked Cameron "what's my name, and he replied happily mommy". I pointed at Tony and asked what his name was and again he replied "daddy". What's your name? and he replied "baby"! How cute is that! He thinks his name is baby! He is my baby!

After one hour of the Cammy show at the Urology office, the good ol Doc gave a quick TUG on the lil peanuts and said he's fine! So, thanks for all the prayers. We have been spared!

Happy Father's Day!

2009-06-21T14:05:00.000-07:00

Happy Fathers Day Tony! We love you very much!

Personality types

2009-06-19T10:23:00.000-07:00

These pictures represent the personalities of the boys very well. Collin likes to lounge and zone out with a good show. Cooie, will do the same however he finds comfort with soft cuddly frogs. He is always toting something or not too far from is toys. Cameron is always playing or doing something. When he plays with blocks he puts them in a nice neat row! Which, I have heard is a boy thing. Collin is outgoing and Cooie is very reserved. Cameron may be too young to tell, but I am leaning towards outgoing since he's a little like Collin. I certainly don't want to pigeon hole them, but I think there is something to the type a type b thing. What makes them that way? Genetics, environment or a combo of both? Birth order? Or just don't define them and see what happens! Regardless, so far I think they are pretty sweet and awesome little people!

Summertime and the living is easy.

2009-06-17T16:18:00.000-07:00

Mom and Dad went to Seattle and all I got was this T-shirt

2009-06-12T10:50:00.000-07:00

Not really! But this shirt IS the coolest shirt ever! Had to share!

More swimming & Collin just can't get enough!

2009-06-08T18:42:00.001-07:00

The boys are on the swimming kick! I remember how awesome it was to be a kid and play in the pool all day. Collin begs to go and does not want to get out. Getting ready for the event is always fun, as you can see. The boys love all the fun floating devices and goggles. Cammy is quite the dare devil and has no problem jumping in. My favorite part is the sunblock Mohawks!

Hey Collin, have ya done anything today besides watch tv?

2009-06-06T14:43:00.000-07:00

Yeah, I got a drink of water!

If we let him, Collin will watch TV from sun up to sun down. Every once and a great while, I will let him watch an abnormal amount of television. Don't tell anyone!

Growin like a weed!

2009-06-03T15:22:00.000-07:00

Collin has been growing like a weed! He is starting Kindergarten next year. I wish I could hold this off a little. I am excited to see him learn and grow.

Yesterday, he said that Cameron's super powers were to shoot syrup out of his hands. You pour it on his head and it comes out of his hands. He also asked me if Cameron came out of my belly button. I said yes, since we were eating dinner and thought I should hold off on the truth at that moment. He is a funny child. Very funny and very set in his ways. He likes down time, but really loves to play. We went to the park today and he was frozen as he watched a group of older boys play. They must have been 8-10 years old and playing with light sabers. When we got home he begged me to give his back to him.

It's summer & we are being lazy!

2009-06-02T15:11:00.000-07:00

Since school is out I am finding it hard to get going. I have been busy with photo editing as I have had 4 sessions this past weekend. Time to make some fun summer plans for the boys! Hope you are having a wonderful Summer so far!

I was granted the wish that someday I would have boys!

2009-05-26T21:08:00.000-07:00

I don't understand it, but when I wished for boys.........I got them! I am super lucky to have these little men.

Tonight, the stars aligned and the boys were so incredible. They made me laugh, they loved one another and filled my heart. These are the moments that I thrive on. Collin called me into the living room to see him cuddling with Cameron. Connor joined in too!

The pool is OPEN!

2009-05-24T08:28:00.001-07:00

The pool is open at Auntie and Uncles house. We could not believe Cameron's reaction to the pool this year. When he saw it I had to use all my strength to hold him back. He would have jumped in if I would have let him....no joke! Auntie took him in and he was ALL SMILES! I will never forget this day. Collin, after months of begging to go swimming at the pool finally had his wish. He stayed in the entire time. Cooie was happy to stay out and squirt everyone with the pool toys. What a great start to the summer.

Just pics!

2009-05-20T15:08:00.001-07:00

Today the glass is 1/2 empty....

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

I remember being little with the thought that I would never be an adult. It seemed so far away. Now, I look at the future and I know it's fast approaching and I can't do anything to stop it.

Why does no one prepare little girls for being a mommy. I mean, the usual nurturing you inherently get from your mother is there. But what about the hard times of parenting. We go to school to learn trades like cosmetology and accounting. Maybe, if there was a class I would know how to deal with my screaming, non sharing 3 sons. This sibling rivalry stuff has really rocked my world. And the parenting classes I've been to are taught by parents who think they are the authority, just because they can pop out 14 kids!

Baby boot camp, here we come! This summer it's summer school and responsibility in the Davis house. If this doesn't work, well.....Nanny 911 is getting a call! Don't get me wrong, the boys are for the most part good boys. Just don't ask them to share and we should be fine!

On the flip side, I am extremely grateful for these 3 blessings!

So nice outside!

2009-05-17T18:42:00.000-07:00

Cammy and his first Doggie, Kitty! The official "cheese" face

Today I took Collin out for ice cream at Cold stone. I would have shared pictures of the event but I was too busy eating my oatmeal cookie batter cone. It was pretty hot today and after eating the ice cream on the patio of the ice cream shop, Collin pats his belly and says "I need to go home and take a nap". Sometimes he acts like an old man. The short walk to the car did him in and he asked me if he could take his shirt off!

More photos of Cameron, I know! He seems to be so photographed compared to Collin and Cooie, but he's the only one that wants to be with me. The other boys are too cool for mom these days.

He has my heart.

2009-05-15T21:19:00.000-07:00

Cameron has my heart. He (along with all my children) have been handed to me to love and take care of. I could not be happier with who they are. I would NOT be OK if anything happened to any of them.

Cameron having Hemihypertrophy is not the worst possible news I could have received as a mother. He will live a great life. So, I am grateful for what we have.

We went to his routine check-up last week and I was told his Testicles have not dropped. He will need to see a specialist and will call me to set the appointment up. My heart sank! We are his everything and he is ours! This news is not life threatening, but I am still horrified. When will the bad news stop???

Here is a little info I pulled up on a google search for those interested in knowing the possibilities to come. http://www.urology.wustl.edu/PatientCare/UndescendedTesticle.asp

In the meantime he is just the most adorable, sweet, loving, funny, cute & smart baby in the world! OK, in my world!!!! I can say that because he's all mine. Undescended testicles and all!

When the tables are turned and my boys must care for me:

2009-05-13T19:37:00.000-07:00

When the tables are turned and my 3 sons must take care of me, this is what I plan on doing:

If I still have my wits about me I vow to:

Scream at the top of my lungs at 5:30 am until someone comes and gets me. When the door opens I will stop screaming and say "Hello"!

Pee all over the toilet seat, floor and just for fun the bathroom rug.

Refuse to eat my home cooked meal, but 5 minutes later I will say " I want something to eat".

Walk into the bathroom and throw all the clean folded towels on the floor, and step on them.

Take dog food and throw into dog water.

Wear all their shoes, leave them all over the house and stuff them full of army men.

Now, how can I get them to agree on keeping me out of a nursing home?

No, I love it all! Just had to vent and now I feel so much better! Really, what an awesome job I have. I don't know what I would do with out my little men.

Backyard + Sunshine = Happy Kids

2009-05-11T15:58:00.000-07:00

I am happy with our backyard! When the weather is nice the boys just love going outside. They really did not seem to mind playing outside when it was snowing! I am just happy to have a fenced in yard that's big enough for them to ride the cars and run in the sprinklers. While the boys were running around in the sprinklers, Cammy and I had a little one on one time. He let me take some pics of him while he watched Baby Einstein. He has not requested Gabba this past week, and I'm not complaining. I love the show, just don't want him to grow up thinking Gabba land is real.

Happy Mother's Day!

2009-05-10T06:18:00.001-07:00

Happy Mother's day mommy!
Hope you have a great day and we can't wait to see you!

Love, Apey and Boyz

Cool dudes!

2009-05-01T18:14:00.000-07:00

Thank you all for the b-day wishes!

2009-05-01T12:52:00.000-07:00

I had a wonderful b-day thanks to all my friends and family! Tony and had a date night and went to dinner and shopping. I had been looking for a hat and found one last night. When Collin saw it he said it was not for mommies it was a daddy hat. So both boys posed for me in my new daddy hat. Have a great weekend!

Sweety Meeeeww cat

2009-04-27T18:54:00.000-07:00

I can't believe he's going to be "4" in about 3 months! Cooie has such a wonderful laugh. I asked him to sit while I took some pics and he was such a pal. This was my fave shot of the day, not technically perfect, but he's not a paying customer so it's OK.

Happy Birthday Tiffany!

2009-04-22T07:07:00.000-07:00

The boys and I wish you a Happy Birthday! Have a great one!!!!

Captain Hook's spring tea was today.

2009-04-21T14:31:00.000-07:00

Meet Captain Hook (the one in the green)This was the line up of performers. This was the beginning and it looked so promising.Ahhhhhhhhhh, this is much better.

I do like playing jokes, just like my older brother. This was a conspiring moment where daddy told Cooie to tickle me with the flowers.

It was his first singing event! It was the most anticipated event in awhile. All was well with the world.......until.........another kid touched him. The growling and hissing started. While other children were bellowing "I'm a little teapot" Cooie was grunting. Good thing daddy was there to swoop in and grab the little hissing Coo frog. Afterwards, he enjoyed a cookie and shared with us the vase he made for us.

Hair.

2009-04-20T20:07:00.001-07:00

This is how Cameron's hair ends up at the end of the day. So, I finally cut it tonight! Don't you just love the expression!!!

Black and White

2009-04-19T20:55:00.000-07:00

My all time favorite is Black and White! Do you prefer B&W or Color?