Grandmas Treasures

Welcome To The World

2009-10-31T18:39:00.001-07:00

October 29,2009

Brian William Erickson
7 Lbs 11 0z and 18" long!

With 20" inches of snow falling in the last 24 hours it was the worst weather since last winter! What a great day to welcome a sweet little boy into our family!

Blake & Brianna were so excited to meet him.With H1N1 no siblings were allowed at the hospital!

Welcome sweet little boy!

Playing Games Like The Pioneer's

2009-09-23T19:50:00.000-07:00

Our stake has this great event every year at our Stake Presidents property we were able to take some of the grandkids and we had a blast! Here are a few pictures that Tiffany took.

These are a few of my favorite things.....

2009-06-02T19:50:00.000-07:00

My very favorite 2 year old in the world

Some of my BEST friends!

My Favorite Grandaughter

Forever Families

Women's Conference and time with the girls!

My Anniversary bulbs planted in December (Thanks Hunny)

Watching Blake and Taylor play football

Dinner with Parley and Ethan

2009-04-13T18:03:00.000-07:00

Easter 2009

2009-04-13T16:58:00.000-07:00

Cold and rainy weather is not conducive to Easter Egg Hunts and it was COLD! Blake(8) Taylor(9) hid 53 eggs on he main floor for Brianna(5) and Bentley(2) while Bentley and Brianna hid 53 for Taylor and Blake's upstairs. Here are some fun pictures of the kids finding the treasures!

It's Great To Be 8

2009-03-15T08:54:00.000-07:00

Our family celebrated Blake's decision to be baptized. He was baptized by his dad Todd and then confirmed on Sunday by his Grandpa Erickson. He was so excited that he was able to see his cousin Parley baptized a few weeks ago and it made him even more excited for his turn. He is a good example to his family.

Family Trip To Utah

2009-02-23T13:32:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Parley!

Look at the BIG fish! Here are a few of the fun times the cousins had together! It was fun to be with Parley and Ethan for a few days! We miss you!

Last week we were able to all (except Todd) go over to Utah and spend some time with Parley and Ethan and see Parley get baptized. It was a wonderful trip. We all went to the Draper Temple open house ( I knew I would get all my kids to the Temple someday!) Bentley said my favorite thing as we were walking past the baptismal font he said COWS! We always have to go to Cabala's that is a favorite of the grand kids. What a wonderful blessing my family is!Here are some of the pictures of the trip!

Why is loosing weight easier for men?

2009-01-26T10:48:00.000-08:00

Brian and I wanted to make 2009 our healthy year we got together 2 teams at work and we are doing the biggest looser challenge. There is 5 of us on each team and it is great to have the support of friends a t work as well as at home,we have changed our eating. I must say that I am very happy with how well we have done so far! We have been making much better choices every day(okay except last night at Troys he had eclairs for dessert). Brian has lost 10lbs so far YEAH BRIAN!!! And me ummmm a whole 5lbs I looked at the calendar and yes it is true only 5. Why is it that he can loose so much more and "Cheat" more than I? I must say that I am feeling so much better and my clothes feel much better as well. We will just keep plugging along I guess it is time to get the ole' elliptical machine dusted off and start doing the exercise too!

Troy Thanks for the warm fire in your fireplace on a cold winters night, what a fun evening we had last night playing Apples to Apples Todd and I are the champions!!!!

Laughing at Christmas!

2009-01-02T20:43:00.000-08:00

With the Economy as it is, our family decided that what is really important about the holidays is the thought and not the price of the gift so we made the limit for each person and gift at $1.00.The gift had to have a thought and a purpose behind it. One thing about the Erickson family is we that we NEVER forget anything and this Christmas proved that point once again. There is nothing better than to spend time with your family laughing until you have tears rolling down your cheeks and not remembering the last time your stomach hurt so much. I looked around the room at the most important people in my life and watching them all laugh with and at each other it was by far the best Christmas that we have ever had.To see pictures and more explanation go to Tiffs blog at http://whalawhalabingbang.blogspot.com she had the camera and is great at writing! Here's to 2009!

My Best Birthday Ever!

2008-12-18T09:53:00.001-08:00

Don't let the big number on the cake scare you!

It is true I am now a member of the Red Hats! (here is Bentley trying it on)

What a blessing my family is in my life. Thanks to Vickie, Lynn, Steve, Christy, Kayla (her birthday is also the 14th) and especially my MOM, who traveled over the snow covered Rocky Mountains to spend my BIG 5-0 with all of us here in Colorado. Thanks to all MY KIDS who surprised me with the house decorated with Gold & Silver (and very little black). If there is one thing that I have learned in my 50 years here on the earth it is this..The greatest gift from my Heavenly Father is the very best friends that anyone could want MY FAMILY!! I love You All....

2008-12-18T09:46:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving night while Parley and Ethan were in town we had all the kids spend the night. This is what we found them all doing first thing the next morning. How sweet is that???

Giving Thanks!

2008-11-29T20:29:00.000-08:00

This weekend we had the blessing of having all our Grandchildren together. Parley and Ethan were here from Utah it was so great to have them all together again. All 6 slept over Thanksgiving evening OK ,by the time Parley and Blake were asleep it was early Friday morning.
It's wonderful to have all the noise and commotion in the houseagain. It was such a beautiful day that they were all able to go out on the playground and play. As I was watching them my heart was so full of gratitude to my Heavenly Father for the blessing of these 6 special spirits that have fully blessed my life. It was one of my favorite days ever!

2008-11-23T14:37:00.001-08:00

2008-11-01T09:44:00.000-07:00

R2D2, Frankenstein and Hanna Montana came by Harvard Square last night on their way to go trick or treating! How cute!

It's A Dogs Life!

2008-10-13T20:35:00.000-07:00

Sibling rivalry at it's best!
How lucky can one puppy be? What you cannot see is to the right and up a bit is a warm glowing fire keeping her warm. For those of you who know Ella you may be wondering how we got her to lay down and relax? Sedatives....She was spayed on Friday and we are keeping her drugged to keep her calm. Do you think the vet will let us keep the RX going?
Fair is Fair here is Bailey laying down on hers! Notice the gray beard? That is from having a puppy in the house!

Snuggling!

2008-10-13T20:26:00.000-07:00

Here was another moment when I felt so grateful to my Heavenly Father for the opportunity I have to share this life with my family. This was a special moment in time, Simply watching "Fly Away Home" and snuggling with the kids how blessed my life is.

Colorado Mountains Fall Colors

2008-10-02T17:49:00.000-07:00

Here are some Elk in Estes Park

Brian and I took all day on Saturday to drive up to Estes Park and through Rocky Mountain National Park. The colors were unbelievably magnificent. We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful State!

How Cute Can One Boy Be?

2008-09-24T20:50:00.000-07:00

We all had root beer float ice cream bars on Sunday, if you have never had one try one they are great! Bentley had to have one too but he never took a bite (notice the melting down the hand) His personality has just blossomed and he is just a blast to watch.

Weekend Fun

2008-09-24T20:43:00.000-07:00

Here is Brianna cheering at the football game on Saturday! Isn't she adorable..... Rah! Rah! Rah!

Shopping Girls!

2008-09-17T20:07:00.000-07:00

While Grandma Hawkins was here the girls took a rare night on Friday and went shopping. As you can see Brianna was all ready to shop. Marley wanted to come too which made it 5 generations all going out on the town!

Happy 4th Of July

2008-07-05T11:08:00.000-07:00

We started a new tradition at Harvard Square to have a picnic at work with all the staff, residents and families. The first year was a huge success. Here are a few pictures of us all having fun!

GOD BLESS AMERICA!

2008-06-30T19:41:00.000-07:00

What a wonderful blessing it is to live in America! We had all the grand kids pictures taken and I wanted to share them with you. How blessed I feel to have them in my life. Enjoy your celebrations on the 4Th of July but do not forget to thank our Heavenly Father for this the United States of America and all those in times past and now who have sacrificed so much for us to have the life that we have...........

Thirsty Girl!

2008-06-10T20:25:00.000-07:00

After playing outside with Bailey Ella is very thirsty. Bailey is annoyed at the puppy and growls to keep her in her place but is still very sweet to her.

I Hate Snakes!

2008-06-10T20:11:00.000-07:00

Yesterday we came home with Ella and she had done very well. She loves to explore our yard! Brian was out in the yard when he came across a 4 foot Rattle Snake! Yes it was a Rattle Snake. Long story short the police were called but Brain was so freaked out that he killed it before the police were here. He threw one of these big center blocks on its head and crushed it! My brave man!!!! The police officer said he was glad that Brian had killed it cuz they are not allowed to do so. They just catch them and let them loose in the wild!

SPRING BABIES

2008-05-20T19:16:00.000-07:00

This nest is on a wreath on our front porch. They are called Cow birds. They love to sit on cows when they grow up.They will be flying soon this is how much they have grown in 2 weeks Molly Sam's Cat had these cute little babies that are 2 weeks old this week.They are now just starting to become social. Parley and Ethan love to see them.
While in Utah we visited the moore family and this is what we found! We of course fell in love and now it looks like 3 of these puppies will become Colorado puppies in June!!!

This is Bailey's new little sister. She has a beautiful pink nose and her name is Rozella after my favorite grandma we will be calling her Ella. We already have pink bowls,leash and toys waiting for her arrival the first weekend of June.

2008-04-07T20:41:00.000-07:00

I LOVE SPRING! Flowers in blooming on Church Grounds

2008-04-07T20:36:00.000-07:00

Happy Easter from our spoiled dog BAILEY.Isn't she pretty? She has a different neckerchief for each holiday and season!

EGG HUNT 2008

2008-04-07T20:29:00.001-07:00

Parley was the "BIG" winner

BENTLEYS FIRST EGG HUNT!!

EGG HUNT

2008-04-07T20:14:00.000-07:00

HERE ARE A FEW PICTURES OF THE HUNT IN OUR BACK YARD!

Easter Bunny Jump

2008-04-07T20:01:00.000-07:00

Needless to say the "blown up bunny" did not stay blown up for long. "Who popped it?" the answer....."We all did!"

What A Blessing You Are

2008-03-08T13:32:00.000-08:00

A Smile

2008-03-08T13:23:00.000-08:00

Brian and I were able to spend a few days with Mom and Farrell. Farrell's Alzeheimers is progressing quickly. We wanted to be able to spend time with him and see what we could do to support mom. Here is a cute smile as we were all taking pictures.This is the smile that we do not see often on Farrell any longer it was wonderful to see. Mom keeps a great attitude and to watch her take care of all of Farrells needs is such a tribute to the sweet love that they have for one another. Farrell is not able to talk much any longer but one thing that he did say one night as he looked at mom was " I Love You Dearly"

2008-03-08T12:10:00.000-08:00

On Sunday March 2 all my siblings were able to come over to Moms and we had dinner all together. It has been so long since we were all together with mom and I am sad to say that we are not sure. That just tells me that we have waited way too long! I am so blessed to have such wonderful siblings. Thank you Vickie, Lynn,Steve, Christy and Bryant for taking the time to come and spend time with us. We love you so much!

Announcment!!

2008-03-03T17:51:00.000-08:00

So Sorry! We had to break down and buy a new camera and I have not figured out how to get the pictures on here yet! You would think with all the new digital items that this process would get easier,haaaa. So here is my goal by Saturday I will have new pictures on here and a new background by Sam. See if I knew how to do this I could send you right to hers so you can see the talent she has in creating her blog backgrounds! so ummmmm I am telling you right now I will figure it all out by Saturday so check back!!!!

Merry Christmas 2007

2007-12-29T15:04:00.000-08:00

2007 was the best christmas ever all the grandkids are at such a fun age here is a few of my favorite from this year. Happy 2008

Cousins sharing the morning

Daddy and Bentley

Ethan

WHITE CHRISTMAS! We got over 8 inches that day here is our favorite son in law cleaning off the driveway! HE gave up after awhile as the wind blew it all over the place. Thanks for your effort Chirs!

2007-12-29T15:02:00.000-08:00

Yeaaa The game Blake wantedParley's rock em sock em
Taylor watching the "little" kids

2007-12-29T15:00:00.000-08:00

This is what is it all about !Brianna excited about her new BARBIE!!

Garden Of The Gods

2007-09-30T19:13:00.001-07:00

WOMEN OF STRENGTH!

We are lucky to have such great people to call our family. Lynn had business in Colorado and he and Vickie were able to spend a few short days with us. We took advantage of Monday and went to Colorado Springs to a beautiful area called Garden Of The Gods. It is another reminder of the beauties that the Lord has blessed us with here upon this earth and the special friends that we call family!

Grandparents Day Celebration!

2007-09-10T19:11:00.000-07:00

We took 5 of the kids to Winslow Court for a "western" celebration. The kids all had a great time. There were indians dancing and here you see Parley and Blake trying out their roping skills with a cowboy!

GO PARLEY!!!!!

Blake and Brianna wanted to dress the part. Ethan did not want to dress but he did want to be in the picture!

Can you see us?

2007-09-04T17:45:00.000-07:00

Click on this picture to see how big it really is.

Labor Day Hike With Grandma & Grandpa

2007-09-03T19:37:00.000-07:00

Last night we came home after our weekly dinner with the family and brought Parley, Blake, Brianna and Ethan home with us. Let me just say right now that if there are any typing or spelling errors it is from the LACK of sleep and all the hard work that goes into taking care of 4 small kids! I do not know how I did it! OHHH wait I was 25 years younger! We all took baths and then off to bed. Brianna was asleep at 10:30. Blake and Parley around 11:00 and Ethan (3) held out the longest at 11:30! It was great to wake up to the next morning (although it was only 6.5 hours later)to sounds of all the kids giggling and playing. Grandpa fixed us a great protein breakfast for the hike. Bacon and eggs with orange juice and we were off to hike up to the Castle Rock! It was a hot but beautiful hike and I was very proud of them all they all walked the whole time.45 minutes up and 45 back. We saw lots of cactus and rocks we discovered that everyone bring their dogs with them.We saw 2 trains the we could see for miles how long they were. Ethan loves trains and the expression on his face to hear the whistle and see the train was price less .The view at the top was spectacular. To get all the way up to where the flag is, takes some serious rock climbing for older kids so we will do that in a few years! After the long hike we went to Dairy Queen to get a blizzard of our choice! YUMMMMM. The rest of the day we played on the new playground in the back yard and with all the cool toys that are in the playroom. Brian and I have decided that we are going to make this a tradition! Today was a day that was filled with experiences that I have dreamed of having with my grandchildren. To sum it up just as Parley said he was talking about people being obsessed with things and I asked him, "What am I obsessed with Parley?" His answer........US!

The View Is Beautiful

2007-08-28T19:31:00.000-07:00

WOW!

Here is the beautiful view from our yard.You are looking to the East at Sunset on August 26th In the distance is the Black Forest and Castlewood Canyon State Park.

2007-08-28T19:24:00.000-07:00

Here is all 6 Playing on the new playground. Bentley is in the swing that parley is holding. What a great Sunday dinner we had and our first barbque too! We will soon have the patio poured and then only the fence is left to put up. Maybe before the snow flies????

Yea! We can play on the playground!

2007-08-25T03:35:00.001-07:00

COUSINS ARE GREAT!

The Grass Is Always Greener!

2007-08-25T03:23:00.000-07:00

Tony and Brian bringing the sod to the experts!
Here is what it looked like before the grass.
You go Tony! Two at a time....
Wow it is starting to look like a yard.
Here is the view from the playground.The yard is so HUGE it dwarfs the house.

We are almost done!

2007-08-25T03:08:00.001-07:00

Now that is a heavy load!
Hey look a swing just my size!!
Ethan was a BIG help!

We love Aspen Trees and BIG rocks. Of course we had to have some rocks! Hello...we live in Castle Rock!

The Grass is down and now we are working on the mulch and getting the trees tightend down to the poles that will support them through our windy days.

2007-08-19T18:33:00.000-07:00

Still Working On The Playground

Look Grandpa I can climb!

Parley and Blake

Brianna & Barbie!

2007-07-26T19:36:00.000-07:00

Grandpa, Ethan and Tony building the play ground in our new yard. It has been 3 weeks now and still not completed! Someday they will all be able to play!