pictures of Isaac's party

Isaac's 6th birthday.

My little Ikey turned 6 yesterday. We had such a fun celebration. We had his party at Kangaroo Zoo. He invited 18 friends including cousins. He made a killing in presents. You would have thought that Santa made another visit to him. We really wanted to celebrate big this year for our guy. 6 years ago on Super Bowl sunday Isaac was born at Timpanogas Hospital in Orem Utah. His dad could not be there for the birth because he was at Sub School in Connecuit. My mom and 2 sisters were there for the delivery. I knew he was special the minute I layed eyes on him. He was the most sweet, happy baby I could ever ask for. He has always been my buddy. His daddy has been gone more than half of his life, and most of his birthdays due to being on Submarines, and Iraq. When Isaac was young he had terrible Asthma. I was constantly worried about his health. He caught RSV when I was pregnant with the twins as well. He has rode in an ambulance and stayed some time in the Hospital due to his breathing problems. I have loved being his Mom and I look forward to many more birthday's with him. He truly is a special guy.

Trip to Washington

I had the opportunity last weekend to go to Washington State with my hubby for a company party. Since we lived there for 3 years I was so excited to return. We arrived on Saturday, We had the company party that night. Sunday we took the Ferry over to Bremerton area. We we hooked up with some old friends. The Frandsens and the Brunsens. It was so good to see them and their cute kids. It was like we had never left. I am greatful for the friendship that we created in Washington and I hope that friendship will continue forever. I am also greatful for the experiences that we had in the Navy, we have lived in many place's and we loved our time there. Erick wasn't home much at that time in our life but we still have great memories. I hope we can take the kids back to some of those place's.

Happy Birthday to Kesli!!

Our little Kesli turned 9 on the 7th. We had such a fun week celebrating. On her birthday Erick and I went to the school to pass out a treat to her class. And they sang to her and recited a birthday poem, it was fun. Then yesterday we had a High School Musical 3 party. We went and saw the movie and came back for pizza and cake. Last night she had 2 cousin's sleep over and we went to Chuck E Cheese with them this after noon. She truly had a birthday week.
Kesli has been such a blessing to our family. She is very sweet and has been my best helper with my twins. She loves her siblings very much. We are greatful she came to our family 9 years ago.
I love you Kesli..

Skiing Fun..

Erick took Kiah skiing for the 1st time this week. She loved it . She took along a friend named Alyssa, and her cousins Meg and Cameron. Erick has always had a love for skiing and has wanted to share the love with his kids.

They went to Sundance and Erick said she picked it up real quick. We have loved having the kids home for Christmas break. We have been able to see Erick's brother's family who came from Alaska. And my brothers family from St. George. As crazy as the holidays get it is always such a blessing to be able to spend time with family. The kids had a great Christmas. We got a Wii and Isaac has played non stop. Kiah recieved an Ipod and a Bedding. Kesli got an American girl doll and a fun plush puppy dog. Ikey got lego's and a batman cave house. Sadie and Saylor got baby princess dolls and strollers.

We are now looking forward to the new year. And all it has to bring..

We are still waiting on the house. We were told short sales can take time...

Johnson Family Chirstmas letter

This year I have been so busy that Christmas cards aren't an option so I thought we would use our blog to let you know how our family has been this last year.

Erick returned from a year tour in Iraq in May. He is now working for a company called PCE Pacific. They are located in Sandy Ut. He works mostly from home with some traveling. He is selling Process Control Equipment. He got out of the Navy In October. Erick has a ski pass this season to Sundance, so he will be spending his winter on the slopes. He bought a new car this year a Subaru. He has quickly adjusted to life back in the states, and doesn't take anything for granted.

Camie survived a year without her husband. She has done alot of sewing this year she made her girls Easter dresses, 5 poodle skirts, 4 Halloween costumes, 6 Aprons, and lots of skirts.
She is the Enrichment Leader of the ward, which is her favorite calling ever. She has a Bunco group that she attends once a month. She has gotten into Yoga this year and loves it.

Kiah turned 11 this year. She had a fun 50's party that was a blast. She has loved attending Orchard Elementary this year. She has such a fun group of friends, she is still taking voice lessons, Ballet and Jazz lessons as well. She performed in the Nutcracker this year and did great.
She is very creative and always has a project going. She is very into fashion this year, I think my days of chosing her clothes are over.

Kesli was baptised in January on her birthday by her dad while he was home for his 2 week break. She loves to dance. She had a small solo in the Nutcracker this year and did fabulous. She loves to laugh and hang out with friends. She is very tender hearted and sweet.

Isaac or Ikey, started Kindergarten this year and is doing real well. His teacher is Mrs. Jones. He is learning to read this year and many other things. He took Karate over the summer and will start again in January. He loves to snuggle his mom. He spends all of his time playing video games on the Xbox or his game boy. This year he is receiving a Wii.

Sadie is silly silly silly. She is always laughing and having fun. She loves to wear either dress ups or pajama's. She loves to play with her doll house. She is just starting to enjoy Sunbeams to bad it's almost a new year. She wants to start dance next year.

Saylor is very shy. She loves having Sadie for a twin to do the talking for her. She loves to sing.
She takes a long time to make decisions because she is a perfectionist. She loves to read books with mom, and loves Apple Jackson (Micheal Jackson) music.

We have had a very good year. We have put an offer on a home in American Fork and will hear shortly on that. We have loved living so close to family and friends during Erick's deployment.
We look forward to being able to live in Utah again after 7 years away.
Happy Holidays to all.
The Johnson's

Tis the Season

Christmas time is always one of my favorites. Our family is always so busy this time of year, but we are greatful for the feeling that comes into our home. Maybe it is the Christmas smells, or food, or the lights that we see as we drive around town. This year we have Erick here for Christmas and that means so much to us. I think back to this time of last year, It was lonely. I did the shopping on my own, the tree, the party's, the lights , and the decorating. He arrived home on Christmas eve and stayed for 2 weeks. The minute he entered our house the magic began. The kids were happier, I was happier. It really started to feel like Christmas. This year that feeling is already here and I am greatful. Christmas is about family. Our kids will be receiving gifts from Santa, but they have the greatest gift that money can't buy. A daddy who returned home to them safely. Alot of family's did not receive that, and my heart goes out to them. Erick is such a blessing in my life and my children's. This year Christmas will mean a little bit more. Hug the ones you love and enjoy each precious moment you have with them. And have a Merry Christmas.