Abby's New Do

Abby has been wanting to get her hair cut, not trimmed, for a while. Well you all know Joe and his sickness of long hair! We got a few inches cut, not satisfied, Abby lived with it. A week later we went a little shorter and that just ticked her off. She kept lifting her hair wanting it cut shorter, so she waited for her brothers to get their hair cut and she got back on the chair. Luckily Joe was watching a movie cuz she got the rest chopped off. She stopped crying and whining so I think she is happy with her new do. Of course Joe was not happy, but Abby is and that's what matters! Cheyenne was a bit bothered because Abby is "acting all popular!" because of her new look. I absolutely love it, she's such a cutie!

Kenny's 7th B-day

Kenny's b-day was on June 26. We got him a bike, transformers, and a webkinz. He also got a pkg from Grandma & Grandpa Palfreyman with lots of goodies. The following monday we had his party at the park. He had friends from church and school come. They all had a great time playing at the park. So this birthday was a great ending to the Hall birthday parties for 2008. I want to thank everyone for coming and for all the help with the food. I really couldn't have done it without y'all!

Relaxing by the pool

Almost every morning we go swimming with the Ibarra's in their neighborhood pool. Sam isn't so sure about the water so I sit out with him. He usually walks around, this is just a rare moment of relaxation.

Weekend Fun

Last weekend my mom and Eric flew me to TX for Bobby's farewell and Lety's bridal shower. We had a fun filled day at the beach which was Sam's first time to experience Galveston. I also experienced major burning of the back of my legs, not so much fun. Lety had her bridal shower later on and then we drove to Dallas. Sunday I had the wonderful opportunity to sing with Teresa and Julie while Lety played the piano. All six of us kids were able to be with together one last time before Bob leaves on his mission. It was so great to be with everyone.

Everything is better in Texas

I have got to buy one of these waffles makers!!!

Shooting Clays

Saturday we went to Emmett to shoot clays with Joe's hunting buddy. All the kids came and ran all around and took turns releasing the clays discs. I was able to shoot a gun for the first time and it was fun! Now I don't know if I would be able to hunt, but target practice is always fun.

Trip to Dallas

Mother's Day weekend my mom and Eric sent me a ticket to Dallas. Sam and I flew down and had a blast. It was a preview of our summer, which is going to be great. So the original purpose of the trip was for Bobby, he was going through the Temple in preparation for his mission. I was informed by Bobby that Mom and Eric were going to be sealed for Time and All Eternity too! I was soooo excited for my mom, such a huge blessing.
I got to see Teresa and Jason with their cute family, Julie and Andrew and their new baby, and Lety came over from AZ. These trips to TX are great and I'm so thankful for them.
Nick and Jenn came over and we played pictionary, I love you guys! I also got to see my BFF Chauntel and her super awesome family, I love y'all too!!!! I can't wait until this summer.

love ya!

Shoshone Falls

Sunday morning we woke up at 5:30 and drove 2 hours to Twin Falls. Joe had found some falls there that are taller than Niagra. We got there and drove by the new Temple being built and then off we went to Shoshone Falls. Now it wasn't at full capacity but it was still amazing. We all enjoyed 2 hours of site seeing and then we headed back so Doug could be welcomed as one of the newest members of the church.

Abby Cadabby

Abby decided the other day her new name would be Abby Cadabby. If she remembers she changed her name she will remind you. She also had her birthday this month and we got frequent reminders. We took her plus the kids to Apple Bee's on her b-day and then to Crispy Creme. Saturday after Doug's baptism we had her party at the park. We had a lot of people there which I loved because it reminded me of our big parties we used to have back home. There are a lot of us with families in other states, so we've become each others adopted families, it's great!
So Abby is the big 5 now and is very excited about being in kindergarten this coming school year. I'm excited too! Sam and I will chill while she is being educated.

It's Great to be Eight!

Douglas was baptized and confirmed Sat. May 31, 2008 by his daddy.

So last year Cheyenne was baptized and Sam was born all in one weekend. It was an emotional roller coaster, but one that was of joy! I didn't think I would be as emotional with Doug, but Heavenly Father proved me wrong. As I stood in the book store looking at the scriptures I was going to get him, I was overwhelmed with the spirit. Doug is my first son, he will be the first to receive the Priesthood from his father, he will be the first to serve our Heavenly Father by going on a mission. I was overjoyed by these thoughts. I then had a dilemma, should I buy the quad or the separate scriptures, which would be best for his mission. Well, I decided on the separate ones and then had his name engraved on them. The day of his baptism I was a bit stressed. Not only was it a big day for him, but it was also Abby's b-day party. I was trying to fit everything in with Mom and Dad Hall, and my Mom in town.
We had so many friends and their families come to the baptism, and also had family come from Oregon for that I am truly thankful.
In true Dougie fashion the whole experience was no biggie, he's so laid back like his daddy!
I am truly grateful for all the tremendous blessings we have been given. I pray that as life goes on I will be able to raise my sons in righteousness so that they will be ready and willing to serve the Lord when that time comes. I'm grateful for my little brother and the huge example he is setting for my boys by serving a mission. I'm so happy that Doug was completely surrounded by such strong Priesthood holders as he was confirmed. Thanks to everyone for showing so much love towards our family.