A Typical Evening with the Boys!!

So this is what we do for entertainment in Bountiful. Colter is still struggling with learning to walk (especially with his new shoes). Listen carefully to the fighting in the background. Tanner didn't learn that from me. Sorry that I'm not much of a blogger. I'm lucky to actually get five minutes to add a post---Colter is a handful. I will try to do better.

Another Great Fathers Day

Well, if you know Big Mark you know this had to be the greatest Fathers Day gift he has ever received. A signed poster of his all-time favorite President.

Dad, you're a great American.

Tippets Family Reunion - Our journey was not as peaceful as it would appear!

Well, after moving and living in Bountiful for less than a week we packed up again and headed to the Tippets Family Reunion near Granby, Colorado. The worst part about the trip was the 6 hour drive that turned into a 91/2 hour drive. Our first delay was caused by Dalloin getting carsick because he was playing his Nintendo DS. This resulted in him puking all over himself and the car. The next delay happened in Vernal. We got out to eat at WalMart and little Cj had messed his pants something fierce. For the final 45 minutes (or so we thought) Colter was ornery and crying. My first road trip with a baby was not as fun as I had envisioned. When we got to Gransby we followed the directions we had gotten off of Yahoo Maps. This was a major mistake because we ended up in the middle of nowhere. When we asked a nice old lady for directions to our destination she laughed at us and said we were way off. Which we were. It was about another 15 miles away.

We finally arrived...late. We were however pleasantly surprised by our accomadations and it was a beautiful area.

The next 2 days were fun and the normal crazy Tippets traditions played out as expected. There was the famous Tippets rap (twice). The singing of Cowboy Joe. The telling of the 2 stories about anything that the Tippets family has ever done that would be considered great (twice), and a whole lot of yelling at the kids getting them to calm down and not run around.

We also had a great time playing games and catching up with family that we do not get to see regularly, and those we do. We can't wait for the next one in 3 or 4 years.

Colter Turns 1

So obviously its been some time since we last posted anything. We moved, which kept us fairly busy for a couple of weeks (not to mention away from a computer), went on the Tippets family reunion to Coloroado our first weekend after moving, followed up by the Stubbs family reunion in Heber the next weekend. All in all it has probably been the busiest month of our marriage. Not to mention this weekend we have Andrea's cousin's son who is getting married as well as my Grandmothers 80th birthday Celebration.

Just prior to this crazy time in our life Colter had his first birthday. We had a small get together at our home with mainly family. Colter got the standard birthday cake (which was pretty much his first cake ever). He loved it! He ate til he was about ready to fall asleep.

Then it was time to open up his presents. He made out like a bandit with a boat load of toys and candy.

At one, Colter definately is starting to show his personality, he wants everything, especially cell phones and remote controls. He loves to play with anyone, and especially likes any kind of food with sugar (definately a Tippets). He is an absolute train wreck...he makes a mess out of everything, and is STILL constantly drooling.

He still is not walking..he's close. He will stand, look around, and then sit back down and crawl around. He is on the other hand a very fast crawler. Which is why I think he hasn't started walking yet.

He keeps us busy, but we love him and don't know what we would do without him (other than get some sleep).

It's official, we're moving to...Bountiful!!

Last week I was offered a job in Bountiful, at Benchmark Regional Hospital. It's an adolescent treatment center and I'm not really sure why they call it a hospital, it's a little deceiving. We decided to accept the offer and we spent the entire weekend searching for a place to rent for a few months.
Now comes the really fun part of packing.We're pretty sad to be leaving Utah Valley because we have both grown up here and it's pretty much the only home we have ever known. On the other hand, we are very excited (and a little nervous) to be moving to a new place, with new opportunities.

Yay! Christopher Passed His Licensing Exam

Yay!!!!

We are so proud of Chris for passing his Clinical Exam for Social Workers. He has worked so hard; and we are so happy that he passed this very difficult exam. Now if BYU could just get the diplomas mailed he will officially be a therapist. Too bad the job market is in such a mess right now. That is the next big feat; finding a job.

Our 4 Year Anniversary

Well...it's been 4 years to the day that we have been together as a family. Alot has happened in that time. I thought I would give an update on each member of our family and how they have progressed since our marriage began.

Andrea

Andrea has gone from working part-time at Gardner and Associates to a full-time student at U.V.U., and back to being a part-time employee at Digis. Last June she gave birth to Colter and she has been home taking care of him ever since. He is a full-time job, he's into everything, and demands a lot of attention. She is a great mother and wife. Almost every night she prepares dinner and always sees to it that everyones needs are met. She is very hard working and cares deeply for her children. She spends countless hours studying with them, working on scouts, and having fun with them.

Chris

I continue to work at Heritage School, a residential treatment center for adolescents. Two years ago I graduated fromU.V.U. with my Bachelors Degree in Behavioral Science. I was then accepted to B.Y.U. in the Masters of Social Work program, which I just just graduated from last week. I completed internships at The Cirque Lodge (drug rehab), and The Utah State Prison, working with the women who struggle with substance abuse. I loved these experiences and look forward to new experiences as I am currently looking for employment as a therapist now that I have graduated. I have put on about 20 pounds over the 4 years we have been together, but I am excited to have a little more free-time to work it off at the gym and playing sports. I love spending time with Tanner and Dallin and I have grown quite fond of them. I am soooooooo greatful for the opportunity to be their father and be such a large part of their lives. They are so fun and are growing up to be very good young men. I am excited for their future and the role I get to play in it. They are finally adapting to me and some of my interests and I enjoy taking them to BYU games and playing baseball with them.

Tanner

Tanner just recently turned 10 years old and is in the 4th grade at Vineyard Elementary. He is a wild, caring, and energetic boy. He has progressed immensely in the last 4 years. He works hard in shcool and is a good student. He is in scouts like to play soccer and baseball and playing with friends in the neighborhhod. He is especially smooth with the ladies and has several girlfriends.

He loves to ride his bike, and goes on several bike rides with his mommy. More than anything he likes to spend time with his brother Dallin, they are always getting into trouble and making messes. He is especially good with his new little brother Colter.

Dallin

Dallin is now 7 years old and in the first grade. He is a stellar student and a great reader. Over the past 4 years he has developed an addiction for anything super hero. Each day it seems he is obsessed with a different super-hero. He also is very smooth with the ladies and is already inviting them over to our house to play. He enjoys watching movies and spends a lot of time with his brother Tanner. He, unlike Tanner has not taken to Colter as well because he is always chewing on his toys and getting in his way. He definately has a very caring heart and is always concerned with others feelings.

Colter

Colter is 10 1/2 months old. He's a punk. He's into everything and whatever it is, it always goes into his mouth. He's full of energy and is constantly on the go and seeking attention. He has the coolest blue eyes I have ever seen and he knows how to use them. He gets whatever he wants.

We are so glad that the lord blessed us with him and look forward to his development and growth.

Our latest family photo