These Are The Days

A few pics...

2010-11-02T20:02:00.000-07:00

Well I NEVER get on here anymore, and since my mom doesn't have a facebook, I thought I'd post a few from Halloween. So enjoy mom!

Not really any captions either. Halloween was a lot of fun. We spent it in St. George with the Van Wagoners. Played games, ate food, and trick or treating. I'll try to stay a little more on top of things, but no promises! :)

Some Random Ones...

2009-11-03T10:04:00.001-08:00

Well since I haven't posted in forever I thought I'd throw up a FEW of what we have been up to the last couple of months. Enjoy! These are all out of order but I'm too lazy to fix it, so sorry.

Ethan and Brody on Halloween.

Ryan and Reese on Halloween

My bambinos on there first day of school. Crazy that I have a 3rd grader.

Ethan FINALLY lost his first tooth, yep he was 6

This is what happens when you leave Reese unattended by my makeup. Stinker!

She is super cute though!

my little man on his blessing day.

Ryan's baptism day. Brody got blessed the following day.

Ryan's Number 8

And last but not least. My mom on her visit to the RainForest Cafe. Love it!

Lil Baby Brody!!

2009-07-07T11:03:00.000-07:00

I know everyone has been asking for pics of the baby. I don't have a lot of good ones, so when I get more, I'll post more! Anyway, this is Brody Hoagland. He weighed 7 lbs 3oz and was 19"long. He was born June 26th. It was the easiest delivery I have had. Everything was so smooth. He is a doll and we are enjoying every minute with him!

Reese is Two!!

2009-05-30T08:23:00.000-07:00

We got Reese's two year old pictures done, so I thought I'd post some favorites. Enjoy!!

Phone Numbers Please...

2009-04-23T09:47:00.000-07:00

Hey I just need anyone who wants me to have there phone number to please send them my way. My phone got ran over by a few cars on 800 south in Orem, and did not survive. You can either leave a comment or just email me at beanersthebest@yahoo.com.

Thank You!!

A total SHOUT OUT to Rachel!

2009-04-07T08:55:00.000-07:00

K this post is all for you Rach for doing your own shout out for these...

It has taken me this long to finally get a bag cause they are ALWAYS sold out, but you were right, simply delightful!! Thanks woman, now I'm hooked too! :)

Thanks for the tag Em!!

2009-02-16T09:37:00.000-08:00

K, finally the pink snowsuit is not my last post cause I've been tagged!!

The rules: On your computer, go to your 4th folder and bring up the 4th picture and post and tell about it!!!

Here we go...

Now this is quite the random picture, but it was a really fun day. This was a couple of years ago in 2007 when my family and some friends went to the pumpkin patch to pick our pumpkins for Halloween. In the picture is Brian, Melissa and Peyton Hardy, and Ethan and Ryan. Good times, Good times!

Ok now it is only right that I tag...Melissa (and you better do it this time ;) ) Lisa, and Kimmie

I'm dreaming of a White Christmas!!

2008-12-18T10:36:00.000-08:00

This is a little bit of what Vegas has looked like the last couple of days. There was actually a lot more snow than this, but this was the best picture I had. It's probably the ONLY time Reese will ever wear her snowsuit, but it was perfect timing for it. Thats Ethan and Ryan having a snowball fight in the back. It's crazy how the weather's been out here. Crazy enough, it doesn't make me miss the Utah winters!

Future movie star??

2008-12-18T10:27:00.002-08:00

I was going through some of my pictures on the computer and came across this. I had forgotten all about it, but thought it was funny so I thought I'd share...

Craft Ideas Please!!

2008-10-13T17:49:00.000-07:00

K peeps, I have the craft fever. If any of you know any adorable yet some-what easy crafts, could you please enlighten me..Now I know I have some crafty friends out there so share baby share!! ;) I don't care if it's for Halloween, Thankgiving, or Christmas or just an everyday cute thing. Your the best! Thank You!!!

I've been Tagged!

2008-10-04T07:49:00.000-07:00

8 TV shows I love to watch...
1- One Tree Hll
2-The Hills
3- Ultimate Fighter
4- CSI - Las Vegas
5- The Unit
6- The Amazing Race
7- Survior
8- House

8 Favorite Restaurants (or in my case it's just places to eat)...
1- Olive Garden
2- Los Hermonos (oh, how I miss that place)
3- Chili's
4- Sizzler
5- Cafe Rio
6- Dairy Queen
7- Training Table (miss this one too)
8- Applebees (gotta like it, I eat there almost everyday)

8 Things That Happened Yesterday...
1- Made breakfast for my kids
2- played on the computer
3- Went to work
4- Made dinner for the kids
5- Did dishes
6- Talked to Cathy
7- Watched T.V
8- Went to bed and text my other sister.

8 Things I am Looking Forward To...
1- Halloween
2- Thanksgiving
3- Christmas
4- Not having to work anymore
5- Birthday (event though it just passed)
6- My kid going to nursery
7- Going to the lake before it's officially too cold
8- Going to bed tonight. I love to go to bed :)

8 Things On My Wish List...
1- 10 million dollars
2- No debt
3- My own house in Utah!!
4- Family to move to Vegas if I can't get my own house in Utah :)
5- Going on a month long vacation without kids
6- Being able to sing and dance
7- A fight free marriage...could you even imagine!
8- Having a gorgeous body!!

8 people I tag...
1- Laura
2- Kim
3- Kelsie
4- Erica
5- Crystal
6- Danielle
7- Katie
8- Anyone that wants too!

Followers please!!

2008-09-22T10:33:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone I added the followers gadget to my blog, so if you wouldn't mind adding yourself as a follower, I would really appreciate it. Thanks!!

Oh my Crap!!

2008-09-14T09:57:00.001-07:00

Ok, so what happens when you send your husband and kids to the lake without you so you can go shopping with your mom??? This... Seth got Ethan and Ryan to wakeboard. Um, hello maybe I am just totally freaking out but they are so little. Anyways they said that it was a lot of fun. Seth had to bribe Ethan, that if he would get out there and try it then he could have a taste of his Mt. Dew, and he did. I'm glad they are safe and no one got hurt. They do look kind of cute out there though. And props to the pictures taken with an I-phone not too shabby! Good job Bryan . :)

This one is Ethan
Ethan again
Ryan
I think this is Ryan too. It's kind of hard to tell.

Green River, Wyoming!!

2008-07-31T09:30:00.000-07:00

Well after about 2 years we finally make a trip back to Green River. Seth was excited to finally go back home. It's definitely a small town, but lots to do. We packed in our 4 days with lots of fun. Hopefully we can do it again soon. Thanks Grandma and Grandpa Van for our fun filled weekend. We love you!

MeMoRiES!!

2008-07-16T19:55:00.000-07:00

1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember!

2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty funny to see the responses. If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you.

4th of July!!!

2008-07-05T10:19:00.001-07:00

To start off our 4th of July day, we went over to our friends Brian and Melissa's house for some yummy steaks and babyback ribs. The food was so yummy and our kids and adults of course had a great time just hanging out and playing the Wii. Later that night we went over to some other friends who put on this HUGE firework display. I'm talking like getting a deejay and putting it to music and everything. They go to Pahrump and spent hundreds of dollars on fireworks. I've never been able to go because I always go home for the Stadium of Fire (which I heard was really good this year. Rats!!) but I must give the Bryan's props this year cause they really did do a good job. It was a lot of fun. I hope everyone had a great 4th as well.

Our Disneyland Vacation!!

2008-05-29T09:56:00.000-07:00

Well, I finally was able to make it back to "The Happiest Place on Earth." Last time I was there was 1987. So you can do the math, but it was a long time ago. It is amazing how much I thought I remembered, but really didn't. It was great being with my kids and watching all their expressions. We are definitely going to have to go more often. I took a ton of pictures, so I'll just post a few. Enjoy!

This is me, my mom and my sister standing in front of California Adventure.

Ethan thought Peter Pan was really cool and funny. It's crazy how much these characters really look like the cartoons. They do a good job with that.

I think Belle was my favorite princess. We went and ate at Arielle's Grotto, so we got to see all the princesses, and Belle was so cute.

We also ate with Seth's side of the family at Goofy's Kitchen. It was fun.
This is in California Adventure, A Bug's Land. So cute.My mom and her grandbabies in their matching pj's she bought them.Obviously it's Chip n Dale!!Reese loved the princesses. She just kept starring.We were also able to go to Sea World. It was fun, but it rained on us the whole time, and it was cold. So I think we were out of there by 3:00 that afternoon. The kids had a good time though.
All in all we had a great time. I can't wait to do it again. Next time hopefully it won't be in 20 years!!

Another Tag! Bow-chick-a-wow-wow!!

2008-05-12T21:32:00.000-07:00

The Hubbie Tag

What is his full name? Seth E. (you all know his last name, and yes, it's just an initial) How long have you been married? It was 7 years on Feb. 16th. How long did you date? Um, lets just say not long! :) We met and were married within 5 months. Yeah, I know. How did you meet? He dated my roomate. Sorry Tanna. Who eats more sweets? I would have to go with Seth on this one. Who said "I love you" first? Him How old is he? 27. Who is taller? He is for sure. 6'2" to my 5'4" Who is smarter? Him. He's like a human caculator. Who does the laundry? I do. Who pays the bills? He does. I probably should get more involved with that, but what are ya gonna do?? Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? Him Who mows the lawn? I don't even remember what a lawn looks like. How sad it that!? Who drives? I usually let him, but he scares the crap out of me. He says I'd probably have a heart attack if I went a day with him to work where he does Valet, and ya know what, he's probably right. So, no thanks. Who is more stubborn? Well, I'd say him and he'd say me. So who knows. Who kissed who first? He did. Who has more siblings? Holy cow, one for me!! I do. 6 to 4. Who wears the pants? I like Kendall's answer for this one, which was...I think we both keep each other "in check."

So now I'll tag...Lisa F., Melissa, and Kimmie. Have fun girls!

Nothing Like Best Friends!!

2008-05-10T11:42:00.000-07:00

K, so my wonderful friends from Orem came to visit me last weekend, and can I just say I had so much dang fun. I seriously miss you guys so much and can't wait to do it again. Thanks for thinking of me and for the great times! More to come for sure...!
Can you tell it was about 2 or so in the morning when the "giddy" starts to happen and we want to take pictures. Aren't we beautiful??
K girls I wish I looked that HOT in a swimsuit. I think Reese have you both beat though. :)
Especially when she walks like that!Two of my favorite people for sure.
And I must say I LOVE my double chin. Its (i think) one of my best features.

All in all girls I had a great time with you. You are the best and I can't wait to do it again. Til next time.

Holy Cow, I'm actually posting!!

2008-04-21T20:32:00.000-07:00

Well, hello my adorable friends and family! I've been getting a lot of trash talk, so I thought I'd throw up a few pictures! :) Sorry it has been so long, I guess I just got really lazy or something. Anyway here are my cute kids at Easter time. My mother-in-law sent then some little matching outfits, so it was fun to get them all dressed up.

Reese had her 1st Birthday April 17. I can't believe that she is already one. Crazy!! It was kind of a low key day. We got her a couple gifts and let her eat away at her cake. It was a fun day.

Now I know there's not a ton to look at now, but it's a start, right? So I will do my best to hop back on the band wagon and post more often. See you real soon!

Thanks Jess! I love ya for this!! :)

2008-01-22T22:27:00.000-08:00

I've been Tagged!!!

A: The rules of the game are posted at the beginning.
B: Each player answers the questions about themselves.
C: At the end of the post, the player then tags 3 people and posts their names, then goes to their blogs and leaves them a comment, letting them know that they have been tagged and asking them to read your blog.

10 years ago: I was 16, and discovering boys. I had my somewhat real first kiss, which was a dare, with Doug Overly, which also turned into one of my most embarrassing moments because our teeth clinked and I had an audience!! Life was simple and oh so good. I think I was liking Vince at that time.

5 things on my to-do list today:
1. Take Ryan to school.
2. Go to work.
3. Come home from work and clean my house.
4. Feed my children dinner.
5. Relax, and go to bed early so I can wake up early to do it all again!!

Snacks I enjoy: Chips and cheese, Blizzards from DQ, Pepsi, Twix

What I would do if I were suddenly made a billionaire: Quit my job!!!

3 of my bad habits:
1. Biting my fingernails. (any tips on how to stop?)
2. Spending money we don't have! Sorry Seth.
3. Eating out. I do this way too much. It's just so darn convienent.

5 places I have lived:
1. Orem
2. St. George
3. Viva Las Vegas.

5 jobs that I have had:
1. Ironing shirts at The Cleaning Solution dry cleaners.
2. Subway sandwich maker.
3. Front desk clerk at Motel 6.
4. Cashier at Big 5.
5. Currently a server at Applebees.

5 Things people don't know about me:
1. I love, love, love to take baths.
2. I can never get anywhere on time. (I think that runs in my family)
3. I hate seafood.
4. I've mastered being able to park backwards in our big truck..and that takes skill!!
5. I too, HATE to iron clothes. Thats why I do the 5 minute dry and hang um up!

Ok, I tag...

1. Melissa
2. Tiffany
3. Kendall

Happy Anniversary Dad!

2007-12-11T10:22:00.000-08:00

Your loved and missed more than you know.

We've Elfed Ourselves!!

2007-12-01T10:31:00.000-08:00

So our friends Josh and Becky elfed themselves and we thought it was so funny that we decided to do it too.. Check it out.

http://www.elfyourself.com/?id=1135892121 The kiddies
http://www.elfyourself.com/?id=1162582439 Seth and me

It's been taking a little longer to load, but it should work... Enjoy!!

Thanks Josh and Becky!!

Another new addition!

2007-11-19T20:26:00.000-08:00

Well we decided that having a guard dog wouldn't be such a bad idea, so...

this is Diesel.

Ebony is still a little unsure of this "new" dog thing. She thought she was pretty tuff until Diesel took one swat at her and then she realized she wasn't as big as she thought.

Hopefully they will become friends real soon, cause we don't want Eb to become a snack. That just wouldn't be good.

Here's an idea of what he will look like when he is full grown. Now that's a dog I wouldn't want mad at me!!

The Air Show!!

2007-11-10T20:51:00.000-08:00

So today we went to out first air show at Nellis Air Force Base with our friends Kim and Bryan and Seth's sister Lindsey. It was so much fun. Watching the jets do their crazy tricks was awesome. I definitely found myself thinking about my dad a lot today, not only will it be 11 months tomorow since he died, I just know this would have been something he'd have fun doing, and would of been full of knowledge about the different jets. He was really missed today. Anyway, on a lighter note. Here's a little clip of some of the stuff we saw... (it's not the best, but you get the idea)

This was a HUGE cargo plane we were able to walk through. Way cool.

These are the thunderbirds in their famous "diamond" formation.

Me and my babies. (well, most of them anyway :))

Seth's sister Lindsey and her baby Koby in front of a Stealth (sp?) jet.

Ryan and her buddy Bryan (say that fast 3 times)

We just might have start a family tradition of going to the Air Show every year. It was fun.

Happy Halloween!!

2007-10-31T22:59:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone had a Happy Halloween. I know we did. Here are a few pictures of my Little Bo Peep, her sheep, and my adorable pirate.

It's pumpkin time!

2007-10-29T09:49:00.000-07:00

So Halloween is in 2 days, so we thought we better carve our pumpkins. We bought an electic carver this year and I must say...loved it!! Unfortunatly, my stupid pumpkin's face fell off. I was so mad. All that hard work for nothin. We tried to jimmy rig it with some corn stabber things, but I don't think it works all that great. Oh well, all in all we had a good time.

Pre-school Halloween Party!

2007-10-25T10:32:00.000-07:00

Ethan had his Halloween party for his little pre-school. He dressed up as an adorable little pirate. He had a great time playing some carnival games and hanging out with some of his friends. He won a little goldfish is the fishing game and decided to name it Harry Potter but wants to call it "Harry" for short. It was a fun day.

Ryan's new haircut

2007-10-25T10:11:00.000-07:00

Well, we decided to chop off Ryan's hair. I think it turned out very cute. It is definately the shortest it has ever been. No more pony tails. She likes though, so I'm happy.

6 months already!

2007-10-21T19:15:00.000-07:00

It is crazy to think my little baby is already 6 months old. She sure has been her own little person. Reese will not take a binky, unlike my other 2 who loved binkys, she won't stay in her saucer for more than 10 minutes, unlike my other 2, and still continues to wake up in the night. But that is okay. She is so adorable and I wouldn't have it any other way. We waited a long time for my little Reese. Those big eyes and huge smile make up for all the sleepless nights. Happy 6 monther. We love you!

I'm Mr. Underwear!!

2007-10-21T18:50:00.000-07:00

So Ethan made me laugh once again. I was downstairs watching T.V, and he comes down with his underwear on his head. So, I ask him what's up with the underwear and he says that he needed to wear it as his hat because he was "Mr. Underwear". I guess I need to be a little more discreet when I am playing Mrs. Underwear. Those kids will catch on to anything! :)

The Pumkin Patch

2007-10-14T13:43:00.000-07:00

Well once again we made it to Gilcrease Orchard to do some pumpkin picking. We went with our friends Brian and Melissa. Althought the pumpkins weren't very big, we had a good time.

BOO!

2007-10-14T13:35:00.000-07:00

It's so funny because any time Reese gets scared she gets the biggest frown on her face. Our friend tried to snap of picture of it, but was only able to get the tail end, then, she decided to scream. Poor thing. It was kind of funny though.

Wedding Day Weekend

2007-10-03T10:41:00.000-07:00

My adorable brother Bill got married this weekend so I made a quick trip up to Utah. It was fast but worth it. Sadly, I didn't get any pictures of them with my camera because I was video taping but a second suprise that no one was expecting was Orem cemetary put my dad's headstone in. It couldn't of happened on a better weekend. It looked so good. I was so glad I was there to be a part of all the excitement. I love and miss you Dad.

Gosh, Now I've been tagged!

2007-09-06T09:16:00.000-07:00

Okay here we go...

1.What is your funniest/ most embarrassing childhood memory? Gosh, these questions start off hard. Thanks Lisa. Um, I guess... ok, 86 the childhood part, we're going more recent. When I was about 7 months prego with baby #3, I was at church with my 2 kids. Sacrament meeting had just got over, I was in a short jean skirt and my kids and I were standing up to go to classes. I tried to fix my kids collar or something and leaned over but lost my balance and down I went. It was horrible. I was trying to keep my legs together so you couldn't see up my skirt, and I just remember thinking how the heck am I going to get up. (remember my husband wasn't there to help me) Needless to say some nice friend of ours came and helped me up. I was laughing my head off. It sucked. So there you go.

2. What dessert just makes you feel happy? On this one I would have to say the Blondie at Applebee's. That thing just makes you smile. For those who haven't tried it, I strongly recommend!

3. Which of your children is most like you and why? I would say Ryan is more like me. Ethan likes run and be crazy, never sitting still. Ryan likes to read and watch movies and just take things easy. Just like her mom. :)

4. What would be your "dream job" and why? My dream job is no job. I just want to have money and not have to work for it. So far it hasn't been working out.

5. What color best matches your personality? I'd have to go with yellow. I think yellow is happy and fun. I'm fun...right?

Now I tag Kim, Stacey, Andrea. Good Luck girls!

Oh, the days of Summer

2007-09-04T22:15:00.001-07:00

As your about to see, our summer kept us pretty busy here are a few of some of the things that took place...

These next couple photos, were suppose to be at the end, but I simply just couldn't get them there. Sorry. I threw them in, only because I thought they were cute.

Ryan and Ethan looked adorable on Pioneer Day.

Ryan 1st day of the 1st grade .

Mommy and Reese

I think they like each other.

What else could we do this summer?

2007-09-04T21:25:00.000-07:00

We took the kids to a place called Bonnie Springs. It's kind of a fun place to hang out for a day.

We bought a boat and went to the lake often. Here are some of the boys.

We went camping a few times too. It was fun but the nights got cold. I hate that.

My baby with her boyfriend Dax. It's prearranged they just don't know it yet! :)

Nothin like roasted marshmallows.

My kids are so excited to go camping again. They thought the fire was awesome.

some of the girls

My friend Kim and yep, thats my baby. Don't worry mom it only happend once. :) She hated it.

My kids favorite part...the tube.

Ryan turns 6!

2007-09-04T21:13:00.001-07:00

For Ryan's birthday, we took her to a place called Pump It Up. It's a private indoor, inflateable party room. With close to 20 of her friends, she had a great 6th birthday.

Can you believe I have a 6 year old. Now thats crazy.

While in Orem...

2007-09-03T08:41:00.000-07:00

When we were in Orem for the 4th of July these were some of the things that took place...

Otter pops and slippin slides. What more do you need?

I had to get together with the friends. Stacey your house is adorable! I can't belive that was the first time I've seen some of your kids. :(

Ya know bro, you really are a dork. For some reason I still miss ya though.

Hangin with the family is always a blast. I miss ya!!

Reese's adorable cousins made it a point to not let her get bored. Reese loved it. Thanks Girls.

And of course when 4 kids are in 1 room, it takes a little while to finally fall asleep. Sleepovers are the best!

So, family, friends, popcicles, food...Orem turned out to be a pretty good place to be for a week. I guess we'll have to do it again.

The 4th of July!

2007-09-01T11:29:00.000-07:00

Orem is always a fun place to be for the 4th. Too bad Las Vegas doesn't do any cool parades.

We stayed with Mike and Lisa in their new house and made sure we woke bright and early so we'd have somewhere to sit. at the big parade.

The kids had a lot of fun, but then again, who doesn't?

Later that night day, we had a BBQ, put the kids in their jammies, lit off a few fireworks and went to bed. It was a fun day.

Ethan's 4!

2007-09-01T10:48:00.001-07:00

We started off our summer with Little Ethan turning 4.

Make a wish..

I must say with our small house and a bunch of little boys,
things got pretty crazy. It was fun though.

Well that about sums it for us. I hope that gives you a little idea of what went on. Now that I am some what caught up, I'll try and keep it that way. Love you all!!

Mother's Day Weekend

2007-05-27T20:48:00.000-07:00

Bill and Cathy kickin it with Ryan, Ethan, Reese, and Lucy.

My cute mom with #13.
Lucy was so cute. She wanted to be a big help, and was!

Mother's day weekend was awesome. My family came down to meet baby Reese. Cathy's little girl Lucy was so cute. I wish I didn't have to live so far away. Stacey and Jeff were also in town and stopped by to hi. It was fun to see all of you.

Who's the hot couple?

2007-05-27T19:49:00.000-07:00

This ones for you G. :)

Our newest addition...Reese.

2007-05-22T23:22:00.000-07:00

I guess I'll start this blogger thing with some updated photos of my kids. Sadly this may be a first glance for some of you.

This is Reese and we are so excited to finally have her. It seems like we waited a very long time for her. It looks like she is going to be another little Seth. I guess the Forsyth gene is nothing next to the Van Wagoners. I am excited to see her grow and develop some characteristics of her own. We are happy to have her here.

My little Ethan man!

2007-05-22T23:01:00.000-07:00

This one is a fireball! Ethan turns 4 in July, and is always keeping us on our feet. He always cracks us up with his darling expressions and huge eyes. I must say he looks just like his daddy.

Sweet Ryan

2007-05-22T22:44:00.000-07:00

Ryan is such a doll. She is a huge help to me with everything and is a great older sister. She is about to turn 6 and is finishing her last few weeks of kindergarten. It's crazy to think that I am going to have a 1st grader now. Stace thats when we met. She loves to read and does quite well with it. Its fun to have Ryan as part of our family.