The Martin's

Another trip to the beach!

2009-08-14T15:05:00.001-07:00

So we love the beach.... We think we live there. Only in our dreams. This was our trip to Avila with my dad. I'm a little late on updating things. We spent a week at the beach and the Boys loved it. We hit up the Avila Barn about 3 or 4 times. The boys love to feed the animals and get ice cream.

Sweet little face! I love him!

He is trying to be brave. This is my child that is scared of everything. If they make a noise he runs away.

Luke's 1st hair cut.

2009-07-17T14:41:00.000-07:00

They sure clean up well. Both the boys have blue in their hair for 4th of July.

Luke after. He's a big boy now!

Auntie can you help us?

Luke before

When it's Hot we Play in the water!

2009-07-17T14:29:00.000-07:00

One Saturday morning we went out side to do yard work but decided it was too hot to work so we busted out the water slide. Trent loved it. He couldn't slide fast enough by himself so he had Derick push him. Derick got him going so fast that he flew off the end of it and landed on the grass.

Later that day we went to the Greenlee's for a b-day party and they had a huge slide. Trent didn't want any part of it. As you can tell by Luke's face he didn't like it either. Guess we won't be going to the water parks any time soon.

No Training Wheels!

2009-07-17T14:13:00.000-07:00

Trent has been begging us to take off his training wheel. So finally one day after Derick got off work, before he could even go in and change his clothes, Trent had him taking off the training wheels. So I run into the house to get my camera because I wanted to catch the falls and Derick running up and down the street. But by the time I run in and come back out I see Trent riding down the street with no help. Derick said he gave him a push and off he went. He didn't even crash. His first crash didn't come for a week. He has now graduated to a bigger bike that he can hardly touch the ground.

2009-06-26T15:48:00.000-07:00

It wouldn't be the same if Trent wasn't racing. He always talks about how fast he drives his quad and the tricks he can do.

Cute kid right there!

Unc's new Rhino. Him and Papa Bill had to break it in.

"See dad I can do thumbs up too." We will have to work on the thumb. It's really his index finger.

Beach Trip

2009-06-26T15:16:00.000-07:00

This is the traditional picture of dad and Trent. Ever since Trent was old enough to do thumbs up, Derick and him have taken a picture together. This year Luke decided he needed to be a part of the action. I will post the picture of the three of them.

Aunt Mal Mal and Lukey

Totally cute picture. On their way to find shells.

Crazy Kids!

Wishon

2009-06-23T15:54:00.001-07:00

How cute is this picture he really caught a fish and was reeling it in.

One of his ma fish that he caught.

My little fisherman. He was getting ready to hike down the hill to the lake to catch the big one.

Macy and Luke riding around the camp ground on the tractor. Luke didn't want to get off.

Our friend Garrett Greenlee, Noah and Trent. The boys all bought cap guns from the camp ground store. Let me tell you, our kids kept that store in business.

The Black Eye's

2009-06-23T15:38:00.000-07:00

This is what Trent looked like in the days following his fall. Man am I glad that is all over with. Poor guy, I felt so bad for him. Every where we went someone was asking me what happened to him.

ER Visit

2009-05-14T15:39:00.000-07:00

The day began just like every other day: wake up, go to swim lessons... but after swim lessons Trent wanted to stay and watch his friend Ryder do gymnastics. There is a bar like counter in front of a window that you can look out to watch the kids. Well Trent wanted to sit on it so he could see Ryder. We were all done and ready to leave so Trent put his foot on the chair to get off when his foot slipped and his head hit the metal chair and then the concrete. Right away a HUG bump on his head. Yes one of the scariest things I've ever seen. They called 911 and he was taken to the ER. Thank you Jesus for good news. The CT Scan came back good, no fracture or bleeding. All the praise be to Jesus. Then we were sent home with a list of things to look for. So that entire day and night I was a nervous wreck. To make a long story short I did not sleep that night. I watch Trent all night making sure he was ok.

I can not even imaging how BIG and AMAZING God is. To have to Sacrifice his son for all of us. I could not do it. So many of you know I struggle with anxiety and yes it did set in. My dear friend Christy gave me a verse to carry around all day repeating. Philip. 4:6-7 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God. And the peace of God, which transends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." This verse really helped me. I really do feel God's peace in my life. I slept good last night. I woke up this morning and couldn't believe I slept through the night. Thank you God for your peace. We are still praying for a safe healing. We had a 8:30 am Dr. Apt for a follow up. The Dr. said it looks to be healing great. Dr said the swelling might last a couple more days and his head and eye's will continue to get more black and blue. So if that happens I will have to post a few more picture of his little face.

God has really taught me to live every day to it's fullest. We do not know God's plan for our life. As my husband told me,"Do not worry, trust in God's plan and have a little faith!" I will continue to work on these areas in my life. One last verse that helped me was Mathew 6:25-27 "Therefore I tell you do not worry about your life... Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life?"

What a sad little face.

Little more crazy!

2009-05-01T17:39:00.000-07:00

Macy's quad is a little smaller than his so he likes to ride hers because he feels like he has more control. So he likes to do donuts and go over "jumps" bumps.

A little taste of what it was like at Trent's Birthday!

2009-05-01T14:53:00.000-07:00

This is Trent on his new quad! Little crazy!

Trent is 3!

2009-05-01T11:47:00.001-07:00

We asked Trent what do you want to do for your birthday and he said "ride my quad!" After discussing the idea, we decided since that's what he wanted to do for his birthday we would go ahead and let him ride his quad. Derick didn't think it would be a good idea to invite a lot of kids to his party because most kids haven't ever been on a quad before and could get really hurt or there would be a lot of fighting over his one quad. So we only invited family and make the party all about Trent. This is Trent here on his new Christmas present.

This is Trent running to get his helmet when he heard me yell it was time to ride quads.
Trent opening a new gun. We don't have enough of them already.

This was the kids eating cake and ice cream.

Cute cake huh.

More Pictures from our trip!

2009-04-16T14:24:00.000-07:00

We rode our bikes across the street to the produce stand. The kids love going over there to feed the animals. Luke is our animal lover... he wanted to get in the pen with them. Trent on the other hand isn't to sure of them. Any sudden noise like a moo or a baa freaks him out.

The poor old people that come for weeks at a time to stay in the trailer park were probably glad to see us leave. These kids rode their bike rain or shine! All day long. We didn't care as long as they weren't in our hair. A one bedroom trailer gets really tight with 5 kids and two adults in it. When they were riding their bikes we could actually have time to relax or get dressed. Go have fun kids! Go visit grandma's trailer, I'm sure they would love to have all you over!

Can you believe this... as if the trailer wasn't small enough and there wasn't already a big mess in it, we thought it would be fun to color Easter eggs! Thank you God for patience!

Easter Vacation!

2009-04-16T13:48:00.000-07:00

The week of Easter break, Derick's sisters, mom and grandma invited us to go to the beach with them for the week... sounds fun right? The kicker... it was only girls and kids! What! Who does that!? Who is really on vacation that week? The guys for sure! They stayed at home and worked but got to do whatever they please after that! My heart goes out to all the single parents out there. Not an easy job! So Nikki and her three kids and me and my two kids stayed in one trailer. And Rikki and her ONE daughter, grandma Delynn and grandma lala stayed in one trailer. Night one... Luke started the trip off cutting TWO teeth and falling down the stairs and getting a black eye! He was up all night crying and not sleeping well. Yep morning one there, I was wishing I drove my own car because I was ready to pack up and go home! Needless to stay the trip didn't turn out that bad. We actually had a fun time.

There is a beautiful bike path that we got on at the trailer park and it took us all the way to Avala Beach! On the way home one day the boys crashed! We tried to ride our bikes as much as possible. The kids really enjoyed it!
Shopping one day, we bought the kids a five dollar kite. That was the best investment ever! Our kids wanted to fly that thing all day everyday!

So you would think that Trent would be used to the ocean since we go camping on the Dunes all the time... but he was a nervous wreck! He was for sure that some one was going to let go of the kite and it was going to be eaten by the ocean. He also never took his eyes of Luke. He kept saying he was afraid he was going to drown in the ocean. If Luke would take two steps away from me Trent would freak out! What a protective big brother!

Luke had a blast throwing rocks! He loved being on the beach! A rock did not get passed him without being pick up and thrown.

Not just an ordinary day at the park!

2009-03-24T11:52:00.000-07:00

Could you imagine? Christy took all the girls to the park by herself. God has truly blessed her with patience. If I had trips, I would never leave the house alone. By the way check out the beads Shopie is wearing and a guy still asked if she was a boy?

How sad, I was too busy taking pictures of the Dean girls I didn't even get a picture of Trent.
Luke is so happy! He loves getting out of the house and getting dirty!

Ok so we were supposed to meet everyone at the park at nine am. Trent didn't wake up til nine. So we were late like always. We did arive at 9:30 which I thought was pretty good! So, we are all playing having a good time when a lady from no where came running up saying that the school next to the park we were playing at was on "lock down" and she didn't think it was safe to be at the park. Like crazy moms we started to scatter, grabbing kids, diaper bags, coffee, toys etc. Trying to get all the kids in the cars as fast as possible and all our junk and try not to forget anything. It was a rush! But after we all got in the cars and had a moment to think about things, we figured if the situation was really that bad a cop probably would have come to the park to made sure we were all ok. I'm sure the schools probably have to by law go on lock down if there is action going on around the school. It turns out a crasy guy who lives next to the school got arrested. We were back home by 10:30! Sweet day at the park.

More Fun!

2009-03-16T10:51:00.001-07:00

This was the wild group that went to the snow for the weekend! We had a great time. Next years trip is already in the works.

Trent and Halle racing down the driveway.
Our friends Ben and Carrie. And their cute kids , Deegan and Lexi!

Aunt Mal Mal and Kyle found a way to join us on another family trip!

Macy and Trent hanging out in the lodge.

Sierra Summit

2009-03-16T10:37:00.000-07:00

Derick and Luke watching the kido's playing in the snow.

Trent showing off to his cousins that he can snow ski.

Look how fast I'm going!

Camalot

2009-03-11T13:30:00.000-07:00

Hannah's B-day party at Camalot this past Sunday. Trent thought we were at Disney Land. He kept asking,"Where is Mickey Mouse mommy?" Could be a good thing. Much cheaper than Disney Land.

When is it my turn Dad?
Uncle Ry Ry and Noah

Man, I can't wait til I'm big!

Auntie Rikki and Brookie

Here comes Daddy and Trent! For Derick's sake, this wasn't the running order.

AROUND THE HOUSE

2009-03-07T10:07:00.000-08:00

This is what my living room looks like when the boys are having a good time!
Happy Luke!

Brotherly love!

Today, daddy and I went fishing. How do you like my fishing hat?

Dumont!

2009-03-05T13:15:00.001-08:00

Trent riding his new toy! He LOVES it!
Daddy and Luke watching Trent to make sure he doesn't run anyone over!

Trent and Kyle. Look we have the same quad!

Tahoe trip.

2009-02-28T15:20:00.000-08:00

Look, I learned to ski!

This one is for you Miss Brynlee!

2009-02-28T15:09:00.001-08:00

This is how much fun the boys have with daddy in the shower!

Me and my girl Brynlee! We got to go to the zoo in Fresno, when we stayed at Brynlee's house.

Luke turns ONE!

2008-11-05T13:58:00.000-08:00

Can you believe it? Our baby is one! Nov. 7th , 2008. It is amazing how time flies. We had Luke's party at Skull Harbor. It was really cute! They dressed all the kids up like pirates and played a few pirate games.

Luke is now walking and has 5 teeth. And By the way his 1st word was MAMA!

Halloween

2008-11-05T13:53:00.001-08:00

How cute! We hung out with Captain Hook and Rambo on Halloween. This year Trent really understood what was going on. He couldn't run to the doors fast enough. When we got to a house he would run as fast as his little legs could run and say "Trick or Treat!" Most of the time he would be in the back of a pack of kids saying "Trick or Treat" and the people who lived at the house couldn't even hear him.

Bowling party!

2008-07-29T17:41:00.001-07:00

I thought I might slip in a picture of us and our bible study. The whole blog is only of our boys, so why not add us. Unfortunately, this isn't our entire bible study. Just a get together night during our summer break.

4th of July

2008-07-29T17:30:00.000-07:00

Ok so I'm a little behind. But I wanted to post a few pictures from the 4th.

We go to Derick's family's house every year for the 4th and they have a big parade. This year the theme was clowns. Macy, is Trent and Luke's cousin. She had fun dressing up as a clown.

Swim Lessons!

2008-06-28T13:57:00.000-07:00

Trent just finished two weeks of swim lessons. He did so good! We really have to watch him now at home. He jumps off the water fall now, because he has seen his dad do it before. He is like a little fish. It doesn't matter how cold the water is he wants in all the time.

Trent and Halle kicking their kickers.

Vacation!

2008-06-27T15:59:00.000-07:00

Long time no post! God has allowed us to get out of town for a couple of weeks. Boy did we have fun! First, we went to Wishon Lake. We camped there for a week. Trent and Luke both caught their first fish. It was sure a relaxing trip. We did nothing for a week but fish and hangout. Overall, great time!

Happy Birthday Trent!!!

2008-05-09T20:09:00.000-07:00

Trent had a great 2nd birthday. It was go go go from the moment we got there. As soon as we got to the park Trent went straight for the swings. He loves to swing. We had lots of friends and family come for the celebration. Trent could be found either on the swings, riding his John Deer Gator, riding his quad, playing on the toy structure, and boxing his friends. He loved his Lighting McQueen cake (well he actually loved the frosting of the Lighting McQueen cake). Trent later opened his presents (all 1000 of them!) and quickly went from 1 gift to the other. I think he has clothes to last him FOREVER!!

Luke had fun at his first birthday party. We thought he might go to sleep so we brought the pac-n-play but no luck, he was awake the entire time.

2008-04-25T13:38:00.000-07:00

These are our cute little boys. How cute! They match. This is our Easter outfits. The boys are still to young to take pictures together... every time we try, Luke screams, Trent drops Luke, or one smiles and the other doesn't. So, until then, their pictures will be separate. Trent is getting ready to turn Two on Tuesday and Luke is 51/2 months. Man, they sure grow fast. We are getting ready to give Trent his first hair cut for his Birthday. Daddy said his boys can't have long hair. Mommy is going to have a hard time when that day comes. Luke will not have long hair, I'm not going through this depression again.

Mommy's New adventure

2008-03-18T10:32:00.000-07:00

Well, my friend Christy talked me into getting a blog so I'm trying my best to put one together. I have no clue where to start or how to even get picture on the site. So for now this it. Haha. I will do some research and try to make this site a little more exciting.