The Claybrook Family

Kids!!

2012-01-28T18:29:00.000-08:00

More pictures by my friend Shilowe (www.shilowe.com)

Madisyn Elizabeth

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I just realized that I didn't get Madisyn's newborn pictures up.. here is one.. only 18 months late!!

Sister Pictures!

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I won a free shoot from my friend Shilowe (www.shilowe.com) and decided to use it to get some sister pictures taken. I love them! Shilowe is great!!

Landon's baptism day

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Halloween!!

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Trip to the Pumpkin Patch with Addy's preschool class...

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We painted our house!

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Love the color!

Little Helper!

I got him! ;)

Almost finished...

FIRST day of school 2011-2012

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Happy FIRST birthday Madisyn!!

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Helping Mommy make the cake! :)

What a sweet girl!

Maddie loves strawberries...

Rainbow Cake! It was a hit.. will be baking again for sure!!

Peek-A-Boo!!

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Couponing!!

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It's been almost a year since this couponing trip... so, I don't remember what I paid... I was to guess it was right about $5 for all of this! Love couponing!! :)

Addy's 4th birthday party!!

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Valentines Day 2011

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It's been a whole YEAR!!

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I've been horrible about updating our family blog! We've had a great year! The kids are all healthy and growing well. Landon just turned EIGHT this last month and is such a great boy. He chose to be baptized earlier this month and has also started cub scouts. Dawson is SIX and loves school. He's very helpful around the house and is an awesome big brother to Madisyn. Addy is FOUR and is in her second year of preschool... and has quite the personality. :) Madisyn is 18 months old and is such a cutie pie! She recently went into nursery at church.. and is slowly getting better about being away from mom and dad.
Kevin recently started a new job and really enjoys it. He keeps busy with his calling at church and with side work.
I've been busy with the kids, keeping up the house, and selling Shelf Reliance. It's been overall a great year.. looking forward to whatever 2012 brings! :)

Now to upload all kinds of pictures from 2011....

The man of my dreams...

2011-01-21T13:41:00.000-08:00

I was looking through some pictures last night for a picture of my hubby for Addy's primary teacher.. I came upon this picture and it gave me butterflies...

This was from our family vacation to the beach a couple summers ago. He hates it when I pull out the camera and tell him to pose.. :)

We just celebrated our 8th wedding anniversary last month... it's been a wonderful (and very busy!) 8 years together. We've bought 2 houses, changed jobs a few times, had 4 babies... and he's been wonderful through it all!
LOVE you honey!!

2010 Family Pictures

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These pictures were taken by Shilowe Photography. http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=106501389384000

Back to school!!

2011-01-17T21:39:00.000-08:00

The summer seemed to go by cRaZy fast.. before we knew it we were last minute shopping for school supplies. The boys started at a new school this fall. Addy started preschool with teacher Michelle (love her!). Adjusting to the fall schedule was a bit tricky with 4 kids.. but it's great now that Madisyn is a bit older and isn't sleeping as much. :)

First day for the boys.

Kindergarten

Preschool

First Grade

We moved!! (7 months ago...)

2011-01-17T21:34:00.000-08:00

We listed our house in Kennewick and had a buyer THREE days later. It was a crazy fast process (and a tough process while huge and pregnant!). We found our new home and were able to close on it on schedule. Since then we've done a lot of interior painting (the previous colors were "loud") and we plan to paint the exterior this spring (yay!!).
We LOVE our new ward and all of the new friends we have made. :)
Here are some pictures of our home...

I took this picture when we went to look at the house (those are not our cars).. we're going to paint this spring... any color suggestions???

This is the kitchen- we're going to put in new countertops and a microwave over the oven (anyone up for trading our white oven for a black one??)

Our new sofas and one of the tables my dad built for us.

Our new backyard- it's 1/3 acre- perfect size for all of the kiddos stuff- can't wait to host BBQ's this summer!

Welcome to the world Madisyn!!

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Our sweet baby girl, Madisyn Elizabeth, joined our family on July 1st (after a SUPER fast labor and delivery!). She was 9lbs 3oz and 21.25 inches long (our biggest!). She is a huge blessing and we are so grateful to have her as part of our eternal family.

Madisyn's first picture.

Look at those cheeks!! Don't you just want to kiss 'em?

I was so excited- I just gave birth without any pain meds- never felt better after having a baby! So in love with my new baby girl!

Kevin giving Madisyn her first bath

Adalynn and Dawson were instantly in love with their new baby sister.

Maternity pictures!!

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Since this is our last baby I figured that it was okay to splurge and get some professional maternity pictures taken. These are a preview of what's to come...
26 weeks and growing....

It's a GIRL!!

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Baby GIRL at 18 weeks :)

17 week baby bump

Addy Mae trying out mommy's doppler

We found out a few weeks ago that we're having another GIRL! Things with this pregnancy are going well so far.. 4 months to go until we get to meet our newest (and last) addition! :)

Back to school pictures (a little late.. I know)

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The boys are both LOVING school.. Landon is doing very well (thank you to his wonderful preschool teachers Michelle & Tammy!) and Dawson is starting to get excited about learning. Addy can't wait to go to school with her big brothers.. and is already trying to write her name. :)

All dressed up!

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This is a picture that I took while at the ward activity. Dawson decided he didn't want to wear his costume anymore.. so, he's sporting some nice black sweats instead of his knight costume. Landon looks like a dead pirate.. but he loved having his face painted.

Fall is here!

2009-09-23T22:37:00.000-07:00

I can't believe how quickly this summer went by... it's crazy that it's already going on October. Before we know it, it will be Christmas again! The boys are back in school and are both loving it and are learning so much! Addy is growing like a weed and is officially no longer a baby. She is our little drama queen and is definately keeping us on our toes! The other day she proudly announced "I'm not a princess anymore.. I'm a stinky man!" (as she covered herself in Kevin's deoderant).. LOL. She insisted that she needs to be a blue princess for Halloween.. so, I found her an adorable navy blue and gold dress on Craigslist.. she's going to be so stinkin' cute! Landon is going to be a pirate and Dawson is going to be a knight (thanks a ton to Aunt Gloria for the costumes!).
I've been very into couponing lately.. and have saved our family a TON on groceries the last couple months!! It's a lot of work.. but, sooo worth it! (I'm thinking about hosting a couponing class.. so, email me if you're interested!). For example.. this week.. with coupons and doublers (from Albertsons) you can get Campbells and Progressive soups and Kelloggs products for almost free (or free!).. our food storage is quickly growing for very cheap! :)
We're still planning to sell our house.. both of our dads have been great in helping Kevin get projects done.. this weekend my dad is going to help Kevin finish the gates to our fence. Hopefully the next project will be fixing up the irrigation (it was torn up when our septic system was replaced last summer).. and then we should be able to start packing so we can list the house next spring... it's time to find something bigger!

Summer Break is here!!!!

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Spring quarter at CBC is over.. and I finished with a 3.89 GPA.. so, not too shabby for full-time. I have two classes to take until I will have my AA (FINALLY!). Then I have to figure out what I want to do when "I grow up". I've gone back and forth between psychology, nursing, and nutrition.. so, we'll see. For now I'm happy with staying at home with my kiddos.
Mary (#1) taught me about couponing a few weeks ago.. and I'm now officially addicted. I went to Albertson's and Safeway this week and got a bunch of cereal, hot dogs, tuna helper (I crave it!), yogurt, and tuna for just about free! So, instead of studying I am now spending my free time clipping coupons. :)
I'm up for playdates now that I'm done with school.. so, if any one wants to meet up.. send me an email: mary_claybrook@yahoo.com
I hope you're all having a great summer!

Our bathroom is almost done!!

2009-05-31T21:40:00.001-07:00

New vanity, sink, faucet, and countertop!! (We still need to paint the drawers)

New lights, shower, and paint (it looks sooo good!).

New shower and tub.

New tub & floor! :)

I am soooo happy with my new bathroom. Kevin's dad took a week off of work and did an amazing job! I had fun picking out colors and things.. now I need to hang the curtain and move all of my stuff back in! Thanks sooo much Ted and Kevin!!

Congratulations boys!!

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Waiting for the graduation ceremony to start!

Showing off their diplomas...

The boys with their teacher after graduation...

thanks Teacher Tammy!

Spring 2009 family pictures...

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She is TWO.. I can't believe how quickly she's growing up!!

This picture makes me laugh.. it shows the boys' personalities so well. The photographer was confused when I actually wanted to buy a bunch.. lol.

This was my favorite family pose.. I was a little bummed that Kevin's head was sooo close to the top.. but, oh well.. at least his eyes were open.. ;)

Quarter is OVER!! :)

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I took my last sociology test today and ended up with a 3.9 in the class (just a few points shy of a 4.0... oh well)! I'm still waiting on my english grade.. but, I got A's on most of my papers.. so, I'm not worried. Oh, and I got a 4.0 in my gym class too (and lost 11 pounds!). So.... I survived another quarter. :)
Good luck to the rest of you who still have finals!
Anyone taking statistics or physics at CBC next quarter? Or maybe speech? I'm still working on my schedule... and I'd love to find a friend in one of my classes. ;)

25 things about me!

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I posted this on Facebook the other day... so, I thought I'd post it here too. :)
1. I love my family more than anything in the world.
2. I am going to school full-time right now.. and can't wait until this quarter is over!
3. I wish I could move back to Provo and finish my degree.. I really miss BYU!
4. I just had my hair dyed back to my natural color.. and I love it! (Thanks again Kristin!)
5. I would love to have a couple more babies.. someday.
6. I have the best husband in the world. (seriously!)
7. I stick out my tongue when I think (especially when I'm studying).
8. I would love to move to Ireland and work on my geneology for a year or two.
9. I will kiss my husband, but won't drink out of the same glass (weird I know!).
10. I love love love Reeces candy.. all of it!
11. Red Robin is my favorite restaurant.. Bonzai Burger and fries.. yummy!
12. I am NOT a morning person.. probably because I stay up WAY too late!
13. I love working out.. I wish I had a gym in my house.
14. I use natural cleaners because I'm terrified that one of my kids will come into contact with poison.
15. I will be a carseat technician in April (took a class yesterday and really enjoyed it!)
16. I LOVE Strawberry & Creme Frappuccinos from Starbucks
17. My favorite thing to do is cuddle with Kevin in bed
18. My sisters and I are 16 months apart.
19. I love staying up late at night when the house is quiet even though I'm exhausted.
20. I like cleaning.. if I didn't have 3 kids my house would be soooo clean!
21. I love shoes and have way too many pairs... but, really really want to buy more running shoes.
22. Kevin and I have the only children on both sides of our family.. and I really wish our siblings would start having kids (well, I guess there is only one that is married.. so, only Megan.. lol)
23. I wish I got out of the house more without my kiddos.. more date nights and girls nights would be great!
24. I can't wait to move out of this area.. and into a ward with younger families and lots of activities
25. I love being a mommy! I couldn't imagine life without my 3 kiddos.

Half way done!

2009-02-12T10:28:00.000-08:00

This quarter has been a bit overwelming. My sociology class is intense... I'll be lucky if I pull off a 4.0. My english class is interesting.. to say the least. We've written a bunch of papers and the professor still hasn't graded anything.. 6 weeks into the quarter!?! So, I have no idea how well I'm doing in that class. I just registered for spring classes, but I'm still debating on taking the quarter off to catch up around the house. I only have two quarters left until my associates is finished.. so, it's tempting to just keep going and get it done. My house is a wreck and I've been a grumpy stress ball since I started taking classes in September. Sooo.. maybe a break would be good?
I am starting to lose weight finally! I entered a Biggest Loser competition with some family and so far, so good. I'm working out 4-5 times a week at CBC (for my PE class) and have been eating a TON better. I just started using Mannatech's Osolean (new weightloss product).. so, hopefully the pounds will continue to melt away. (I've lost 8 pounds in the last couple weeks!) The contest ends on April 20th I believe.. wish me luck!

Only the second day of school... and I'm already feeling stressed!!

2009-01-06T14:30:00.000-08:00

Winter quarter started yesterday and I'm a little overwelmed to say the least. I keep sitting down with my sociology book (haven't really started my english reading yet) and I keep getting distracted. The phone keeps ringing.. the kids are fighting.. Addy wrote on our leather couch.. Landon spilled chocolate milk.. ya know.. the usual stuff. Last quarter I did really well squeezing my studying in (I took psych 240 and band) and finished with a 4.0. I think I'm going to end up having to study at night after the kids are in bed.
I'm also taking orchestra and a gym class for fun.. so, hopefully they'll help relieve stress and not add to it!
Good luck to all of you other mom's who are taking college classes! :)

Happy 5th Birthday!!

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Kevin's family...

Grandma Miller, my mom Sarah, Aunt Gloria, step-dad John, & Joey (my cousin)

Trying out his new violin...

The new Spiderman robe that he wears all the time!

The cake I made (got the idea off the back of a cake mix box)

Playing in the leaves!!

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Excited to be playing outside with Daddy!

Helping Daddy rake.

Taking a rest in the leaf pile.

Looking for Daddy in the leaves....

I found him! :)

More Halloween pics!

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Landon got one on his first try!! (without his hands of course)

Aunt Gloria & Addy Mae

Cousin Jenna (Pippi Longstocking) & Addy

My mud lovin' girl!

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She LOVES dirt!!

Addy and her clothing are all clean now after lots of scrubbing!! ;)

Busy busy Halloween!! :)

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My dad (Pat), Adalynn, Landon, Dawson, & Sally

My aunt Betsy & Landon

Miss Addy Mae :)

Addy & Landon

Silly Dawson.. grrrr :)

We visited family members, trick-or-treated Downtown Kennewick, and went to our ward's Halloween party... lot's to do.. but, we had a great day! :)

The pumpkin family...

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The boys and all of their pumpkins. :)

My favorite place...

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I love the Columbia River Temple. Kevin and I have been going to the temple every couple months. We have just made a goal of going at least once a month.

We were married here on December 14th, 2002.. the best day of our lives! :)

Addy playing in her fluff!!

2008-10-28T12:58:00.000-07:00

I have been cloth diapering Adalynn for a whole year now. I never thought that using cloth diapers would be so addictive! There are so many adorable diapers out there. We switched to cloth because Addy was getting yucky rashes and was always fighting yeast. She no longer has any diaper rash (yea!) now that she's in cloth. Here's Addy playing in a load of diapers fresh out of the dryer. :)

Silly boys!!

2008-10-28T12:53:00.000-07:00

I have two of the silliest boys ever. I was taking pictures of Addy for a cloth diaper contest and the boys decided they wanted their picture taken too.. so, here are a few. LOL!

All of us together! (Grandma Baugh's funeral)

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Back Row- John (step-dad), Mom, Kari (sis-in-law), Josh (step-brother), Brendin (Megan's other half), Jake (step-brother)

Front Row- Me, Megan, Jennifer, Jenn (Jake's wife)

(Kevin was inside with our very tired kiddos)

It's been a cRaZy year!!

2008-10-28T12:20:00.000-07:00

This year has gone by pretty quickly and has been very stressful. I started the year by signing up for a couple classes at Columbia Basin College. During the quarter my Grandma Baugh and Kevin's Grandpa Campbell passed away (during the same week!) and my father, Pat, had a major stroke and spent a month and a half in Seattle at Harborview fighting pneumonia and recovering from several brain surgeries. I was able to finish my CBC classes late with the help of wonderful professors and was able to pull off a 4.0 for the quarter! I took the next quarter off so that I could stay in Seattle with my dad. He's doing a lot better now.. he's been back home for a couple months and can now walk on his own! I'm still acting as his POA (which has been very stressful!) and taking care of his finances, insurance, working with his attorney, and I'm currently working on his social security application.
I started a couple more classes at CBC last month and am loving them. I really enjoy taking classes.. it's something I can do for myself while staying at home with my 3 kiddos. I'm currently teaching 2 flute students and am playing in the CBC concert band. I had planned to audition for the Mid-Columbia Symphony this year, but with my dad's health I chose not to... maybe next year?! :)
My children are doing very well and are growing like weeds. Landon will be 5 in December, Dawson is 3, and Addy is 18 months old. Landon and Dawson are in preschool.. Landon goes 3 days a week and Dawson goes 2. Adalynn is our little talker.. always singing, squealing, and has lots of new words every day. They keep me busy.. but, I love being a mom!
Kevin is doing well. He's been working at McCurley Chevrolet in Pasco for almost 2 years and seems to enjoy it. He started riding his bicycle again.. and rode it back and forth to work this summer and fall to save gas money. He's teaching Landon's primary class in our ward and really enjoys working with the kids.
Overall, we're doing very well. It's just been a cRaZy year!!

Summer 2008

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Halloween 2007- Dad & Sally with Landon, Dawson, and Adalynn

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We now have a blog

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I've been updating my dad's blog (one that his friend started after my dad had his stroke) and decided to start my own. For now I'm going to focus on updating my dad's.. check it out: http://patolynch.blogspot.com