The Hunt

It began like any other day. It was cold, but the tribe of Doyle wouldn't give up that easy. Many crazy and wild creatures were spotted. None the tribe was after! After a reminder of our Savior and the real reason for the season the hunt truly began. Trails were walked, tractors were tortured, and portraits taken. Then we remembered our mission. The prey was spotted. All sizes and shapes. At first it seemed to much to take in. Then the perfect one was spotted! After all that excitement a teat was needed. It was a good hunt and unlike big game you always walk away with something to display in your house!!

Fun Facts and a Little History

Today marks a big day in this house. It is the 8th anniversary of our marrige! I thought I would give a little history and a few fun facts. History first. Jeff and I met at work. It was not love at first sight, but we did become friends. After several months Jeff decided we should have more than a friendship(I had thought that for a while). We started dating in September, got engaged in October, and married in November! We were married on Lummi Island in the Grange Hall. I had always dreamed of a barefoot on the beach wedding. It was November so on the beach was out, but we were both barefoot. So fast forward and here we are 8 years!! Now on to the fun facts. I totally stole this idea from a friend so I get no credit for being clever.

Jeff and I have been married 2,920 days of those days:

I have been pregnant or nursing for 2214 days.

We have been blessed by 5 children(one set of twins!)

We have changed 33,300 diapers (roughly and counting)

We have owned 1 house(lived in the entire 8 years)

We have owned 7 vehicles(3 currently)

We have owned 22 pets(CRAZY!!!)

I have done to many loads of laundry and dishes to count and you know what? I wouldn't change any of it! Not for anything!!

Enjoy your day! I know I will be enjoying mine!

Best and Worst Wednesday

I will start by saying, yes I know it is Thursday!Best part of having family from out of town visit? I got to meet my niece for the first time ever.
Worst part? Our large family was slightly overwhelming for this single child from West Virginia, so most my pictures of her are of her back.Best part of having a niece who is shy around me? The moment she sat down on a bench and let me take her picture.Worst part? She still wouldn't look directly at me.
Best part of having nice sunny weather for a family gathering? Having uncles that aren't to old to play in the leaves and bond.Worst part? You never know when you will look like this because of an uncle.Best part of getting four brothers together to visit? You always know you are going to have a good time.Worst part? You never know when it will happen again.
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This is just a small sample of the fun we had. Expect a much more detailed account in the future.

Veterans Day

This morning I did my best to explain to the little girls what Veterans Day is all about. It ended with great excitement when I told them their Uncle Damian is a veteran and we get to see him tomorrow. Thank you to all who serve this country!