Green Poison

The Green Poison wrapped up their season a few days ago.  I'm so proud of Max.  He amazes me with his speed and desire to always do his best.  I'm also relieved he stopped throwing a fit if he didn't score a goal this season.

Here are some of my favorite pictures from this spring.

In true spring soccer form, we had a wide range of weather conditions to contend with.  We had scorching hot games and one game in particular with a torrential downpour.

Such a manly polka dot umbrella for Coach Griffin.

Grandma Jackie is definitely not a fair weather fan.

Sam was freezing!

I couldn't believe these kids wanted to play through the rain.  They took refuge under the umbrella for a few quick seconds between plays.

The other team wasn't quite as excited about the conditions as we were and left mid game.  Our boys continued to play against each other for the remainder of the time.  Hank even got in on the action.

What would a sporting season be without incredible fans.  

Randy has been such a great coach for these boys.  They love to play largely because of him.  

I can't believe how grown up they look.  I failed to get a picture of Max's #1 fan, ME!  Just know I was the one taking every single one of these action shots.  It was such a great season.

Cole's First Trip to Utah

We finally got to meet Cole this past week.  He's almost 2 months old and oh so adorable.  We were instantly in love.

Cole, meet Spiderman.

Oh, there's Sam!

Next up, a cuddle session from the Hankster.

Doesn't get much cuter than that.

This is classic Max, always poking and prodding.

Some lovin' from his Aunt Collette.

This little posse got plenty of cousin bonding time at Dyson and Colby's games.

Owen got to ride in my car to the Capital Building.  Gummy bears are the key to winning over any three year old.

Lucky for us, Jenni works in the Governor's office and could give us a tour of the building.  Sam's posing was on point that day.

Rick had to join Sam in a pose off.

Then our beautiful tour guide got a turn.

There was no way I was missing out on my pic with the pose master.

We got to see what being the office manager at the governor's office feels like.

We even got to take a picture in the Governor's formal office.

A post about the Griffin's coming to town wouldn't be complete without a few shots of an epic wrestling match between Rick and my boys.

Rick may have nearly suffered a heart attack but the boys had a blast with him.  They love their uncle Rick!  We had such a great week with our out of state fam.

Birthday Time!

We had a few weeks of birthday celebration that are worth mentioning.  My dear Grandpa Sherm turned 85!  We had a big party in his honor at Riverside.

Never has there been a more tender hearted, kind soul.  He is so loved by all of us.  

With my birthday up next, I enjoyed a shopping trip with my favorite ladies.  We had a blast finding cute outfits for my upcoming Mexico trip.  Unfortunately we passed on the fabulous flower headbands.

Speaking of flowers, my mom and dad didn't disappoint with my gorgeous birthday arrangement.

Randy planned a fun party with the Griffin clan.  

I was pretty lucky to have Kane help me blow out my candles.  I can't believe the number on that cake.  It's unreal that I'm that old.

I really wanted to get a cute picture with my man.  Rusty snapped these gems.

The last two pictures are my favorite.  Randy really went above and beyond to make my day, scratch that, my life wonderful.  I am the luckiest girl on the planet.  I can't wait to spend time with him in Mexico in just a few short days!  Our upcoming trip definitely takes the sting out of getting a year older.

The birthday celebrations continued the following day with an early birthday party for Owen. He really wanted to have a birthday party with his cousins while they were in town.

There wasn't a shortage of cake consumption that weekend!  After Owen's party we headed to my mom and dad's house to celebrate my dad's birthday.

Sam was obsessed with wearing the ribbon from the gifts on his head.

In his mind, he looked like a fierce ninja warrior.

To everyone else he looked like a beautiful princess!

My parents patio is the perfect spot for a party.  No one ever wants to leave the peaceful ambiance.  

And yes, Tucker and Jack are twerking in this picture.  I'd say that's the best way I can wrap up my birthday post.  Here's to another fantastic year.  I'm not holding back one bit.  Life's too short to sit on the sidelines.