Christmas at the Johnson's home.

We had such a fun Holiday season and Christmas. The kids got a chance to see Santa, this was the first year all the kids were brave enough to sit on his lap and that was just because they received a candy cane for doing so. All the girls had a parents night at dance where we got to come and see the kids dance and show off what they have learned. Christmas eve we went to lunch with Erick's parents, followed by our family tradition of going to a store and splitting up into 2 groups and having to get something for everyone in the other group. We came home wrapped the present and the ate appetizers chosen by the kids. The kids opened 1 present from mom and dad. Sadie, Saylor and Ikey received a zoobie and Kiah and Kes got a watch bracelet. Christmas morning we woke at 6 am and started the fun. Santa brought Kiah a digital camera, electric scooter and blow dryer and flat iron. Kesli got a electric scooter, some art supplies and a guinea pig. Ikey got lots of bakugans, 2 starwars ships and a light saber. The twins got a art easel, baby alives, fun piano's and bunk beds for there american girl dolls. They all said it was the best christmas ever. My man spoiled me. He got me a Bose Ipod station and some fun stocking stuffers. We love Christmas and hope that everyone had a fun Holiday as well.

Johnson 2009

I just finished sending out Christmas cards, so I hope they reach you. I really like the idea of doing my letter.
This year was a big year for us. We purchased our first home. We have been so happy with our purchase and it felt like home right away. We had a fun Chalmers family reunion this year in Lander Wyoming were my Mother grew up. We did a family pioneer trek, it was such a fun time. It was amazing to see what troopers the kids were as we walked 3 miles. I also loved seeing the men helping out with the babies and pulling handcarts it was so neat. We also had a family had a johnson family reunion at bear lake. The weather was awful but we still managed to have a good time.
Erick has been at his job now for almost 2 years. He really likes what he does. He travels a few days a week, and we miss him while he is gone, but we are happy to have a job. He is still a trainer at Viking Crossfit in Orem. He is also in the Navy Reserves, and working for a company called Trump Network part time. He is looking forward to the ski season and is excited to be skiing with Kiah this year. He is an amazing father and husband and we are lucky to have him.
Kiah turned 12 this year. She is in 6th grade and is the Vice President on the Student Council. She is a very social girl and loves fashion. She is still taking voice lessons and dance lesson. She is growing into such a beautiful young women.
Kesli will be turning 10 shortly after Christmas, she started a new school this year as a 4th grader and is doing really well there. She is such a smart girl and silly too. She is such a amazing dancer, I got to go watch her yesterday and I was so amazed at her ability. She is such a happy girl and we love her.
Isaac is in 1st grade. He loves making new friends and playing Xbox or the Wii. He played T-ball this year and soccer. He scored 2 goals which he was so excited about. He is my little guy and I love the relationship I have with him. He always makes me laugh and I love him for that.
Sadie turned 5 this year she loves to learn and is excited about Kindergarten next year. She plays school by the hours and learned to ride her bike without training wheels. She is such a postive little girl and loves to tell us stories.
Saylor turned 5 as well. She gave herself a haircut recently which she has had a hard time with. She cries for her long hair back, but what can I do. She has a very strong personality and is a challange to me everyday. But she is also a sweet loving girl. She is loving her dance class and she loves to sing.
I have enjoyed decorated and doing some remodeling to my new home. I have been doing crossfit with Erick and I can't believe the strength that I have developed. I enjoy that time with him. I have done alot of reading this year which I am really enjoying. I also got the oppurtunity to go to Tampa with my sisters to see my brother in law fight in the UFC. I feel like our family has been very blessed this year and I hope your family's are all doing well.

Merry Christmas
Love the Johnson's

Ginger bread house

We had so much fun for family night decorating a gingerbread house. I let the kids do it all and I must say they did so well. Kiah had the idea to use frosted mini wheats for the roof which I loved that idea. Saylor seemed to be the one who spent the most time very carefully placing candy on the frosting. It is so fun having kids who love doing these activities together. They are so excited for Christmas and so am I.

Happy Holidays

I can't believe December is here. November was a fun and productive month. I have all my christmas shopping done in order to avoid the crowds in December. We hosting Thanksgiving at our home this year with my side of the family. It was nice to be able to be in our new home for the holiday and share it with others. The cousins always have such a fun time together. The men enjoy some football and the ladies played Catch Phrase. We had such a yummy dinner that everyone contributed to. The candied yams made by Jen were the highlight of the meal. And Erick also made a great brisket.

More pictures from our crazy October

October is finally over.

I think October has been a little to busy for me this year. I got to go on a Field Trip with the 1st grade to Cabella's and Hee Haw Farms. Isaac had so fun and it was fun to get to meet some of his friends. We did lots of festive things as well. We made a haunted ginger bread house, craved pumpkins, went to the pumpkin patch, and attended 5 halloween parties. We also had Kiah's party which turned out to be so fun. We did a scavenger hunt in the mall, and came back to the house for pizza and munchies and played games. The boys even did a lip sync for Kiah and sat her down performed it for us. It was such a good time, and great kids. We had fun friends Halloween party at Corey's house, and I hosted on Halloween at my house. The kids had so fun trick or treating and I enjoyed all the yummy candy that they shared. I really love October and Halloween but this year was exhausting.

Happy 12th birthday kiah!!!

12 years ago today. This beautiful girl came into our lives. She was so beautiful and we were so happy to have her join our family. She weighed 8 pounds 7 ounces and was 8 days overdue. October 28 is a special day to our family.

Kiah was 4 month's old when Erick and I were sealed together. It is one of my sweetest memories having her there with us. She had a look on her face like she was seeing Angels it was so amazing. She is the reason Erick and I changed our lives and made our family Eternal.

This is at age 4. Erick was away at OCS in Pensicola Fl. We were living at Grandma's. She has always had beautiful red hair and she loves it. We watched Anne of Green Gables when she was young and she said " Why does Anne hate her hair, I love my red hair". She is complemented on her hair all the time.

This was taken while Erick was in Iraq. She had a very hard time with him leaving, but she was also one of my greatest helpers. She is so good to her siblings and they love her so much.

This is her 5th grade picture. She has just loved school and does so well. She is so creative and talented. Everytime she sings it touch's my heart, her voice is beautiful and she loves it so much.

She has turned out to be such a beautiful young women, and we love her so much. Happy Birthday Kiah I hope you had a wonderful day.