Colby Family

Halloween 2009

2009-11-02T09:53:00.000-08:00

The girls went trick-or-treating at Grandmas development. Tori was a ballarina and Haley was a baby...who would have thought Haley wanted to be a baby...lol. She did have a dede (pacifier) and a bottle but I had to keep telling her to put it in her mouth. They had a good time. Devon this year decided he did't want to dress up :(. I guess he is growing out of it.

Juliette Low Event

2009-11-02T09:47:00.000-08:00

Juliette Low the founder of Girl Scouts.
This lady told us the whole story of Juliette it was very interesting.

Here we are having such a good time celebraing Juliette Low's 149th birthday.

Devon's First Dance

2009-11-02T09:44:00.001-08:00

Devon had his first dance on Friday. I can't believe he is going to dances already!!! He was very excited and had a great time. I am so proud of the young man you are becoming!!!!

Tori's first cast

2009-09-28T17:19:00.001-07:00

Today Tori had to get a cast on her right arm. I have to say I was a proud mom, Tori was quite the trooper. And she choose Hot pink for her cast color.

Happy Birthday Devon!!!!!

2009-08-25T06:05:00.000-07:00

My little man is'nt so little anymore. Happy Birthday sweetie!!!! You have given me 12 beautiful years. Even though I would like to pull my hair out in some of those years I would't trade it for anything. As I grow closer to God he shows me what a true blessing you are. I love you son!!!!! Go after your dreams and stay true to yourself. Keep God close to your heart Devon he will show you the way.

Devon's first day of Kindergarten

Family Vacation to Vermont

2009-08-18T18:42:00.000-07:00

Our family went on our very first vacation!!!! We went to Vermont to see Jeremy's brother. We were able to do some site seeing and we went to a museum and this was what the people back during the warused to cook their food in.

This is Lake Champlain.

I just loved this view.

This is the Champlain Bridge.

Josh getting on the saddle at Texas Roadhouse.

Grandpa Butch leaving to go home.

One day Devon...lol.

What a good looking bunch.

All the grankids on Grandpa's Bike

Too cute to pass up!

The girls all over Grandpa.

Looks like trouble to me...lol

Josh's Birthday Party.

Kaylee is so adorable.

Look at her eat.

The Birthday Boy!!!

Haley helping with dinner.

Jeremy and his Dad.

My husband the chef.

I love this picture.

Grandpa Butch showing up for the party.

Silly girls

Good Times.

This guy, I forgot his name was an excellent singer.

The kids pooped after shopping. Buying shoes will do that to a girl...lol.

They are out!!

Haley and Kaylee

What do you want to eat Haley???

so innocent

Tori and Haley

I think this is the only picture I got of Kaylee smiling at me...lol.

Say cheese Simone

Haley's Hawiian Birthday Party

2009-08-08T17:00:00.000-07:00

We had Haley's Hawiian Luau Birthday Party today. Here are pictures of our BIG day!!! I hope you enjoy. Haley you are my angel, I can't believe you are 5 years old. You are growing up too fast, please for mommy will you slow down just alittle bit. You are a gift from God and I hope you countinue to grow in your faith. You are a very determined child, loving and giving, keep loving the world with your big beautiful smile. I love you very much, Mommy.

Tori always making a fashion statement, I love you sweetie!!!!

My very good friend Tracy. I am blessed with all the family and friends my family has.

Devon, Matt, Jess and Ashley

Time for the waterslide. It was a big hit!!!

Haley going down backwards, silly girl

Tori having a blast.

Limbo time!!!

Now we are playing musical chairs

Present time!!!!

Church Festival

2009-08-02T13:55:00.001-07:00

Our church had their annual festival and it was TONS of fun!!!! We served around 450 meals and the turnout was HUGE. Our church is so blessed to have such on out puring of love for our community. I can't wait to see what next year brings.

smilebox

2009-07-19T04:37:00.000-07:00

HEy check out my smilebox on the left of screen and you can see the trip my church and I made to the Hagerstown Suns Game.

Medieval Times

2009-06-25T18:56:00.000-07:00

Our family had a very memorable day at Medieval Times!!!! We went on fathers day and that made it even better. We had fantastic food and TONS of entertainment. Jeremy and I were very surprised when we asked the girls their favorite part ( me waiting for them to say the princess) they totally surprised us when they said the sword fighting...lol. Then to end the perfect day daddy had to go to Bass Outdoor World, that place is so beautiful. The girls went with grandma on a boat in the store and went fishing how cool is that!!!

Tori's end of the year Brownie ceremony

2009-06-01T20:43:00.000-07:00

My troop did a fantastic job reading their favorite activity. They all earned ALOT of badges and I can't wait till September where we do it all again.

The kids dedication and my baptisim

2009-06-01T20:35:00.000-07:00

This is one of my most proudest moment as a mom!!!!

singing at church

2009-06-01T20:30:00.000-07:00

The kids just LOVE singing in front of the church and playing the bells.

This ones for you pappy Butch!!!!

2009-06-01T20:19:00.001-07:00

A trip to the hospital

2009-03-11T10:19:00.001-07:00

I got a call around 8:30 this morning from Devon's school. Somebody swung open a door that you usually do not use and Devon was not expecting and it hit him right in the head. So I thought I better take him to the hospital just to make sure he was alright and here he had to get 3 stitches. He was such a trooper but very nervous. Please keep us in your prayers for no additonal problems and that it heals nicely.

Dinner with the church

2009-03-09T05:20:00.001-07:00

The girls are ready to go and eat some great food!!!

Still waiting....

almost time to go!!!

We finally get there and we are now waiting on others to arrive so we can go.

Haley and Haylee

Shelby and Aaron

Kim with her niece Haylee

Amy and Gracie

Look at Jessica giving me a great smile

My pasture Art!!!

A day at Lowe's

2009-03-09T05:06:00.000-07:00

The girls had a blast Saturday selling cookies!!! We had such a beautiful day and sold every box of cookies we had.

Our very last customer... Way to go girls!!!

Wow my whole gang is there with Pappy!!!

There's grandma

Sunaii working the money she did a great job.

Look at all those cookies.

One of many customers.

girl Scout cookies

2009-03-06T12:33:00.000-08:00

Just letting everyone know that Tori will be at Lowes in Chambersburg tomorrow selling cookies from 10-2. If you want any cookies come on by!!!!

I'm such a PROUD mom!!!!

2009-02-19T12:20:00.000-08:00

Devon had a really cool thing going on today at school. During activities period they have been learning Ballroom dancing and today I had the great pleasure of seeing my son in action!!!! He was just amazing!!!! And to top it off he LOVED it!!! I'm so proud of you Devon.

2009-02-09T13:33:00.000-08:00

The cake she requested chocolate w/ peanut butter icing I made the icing from scratch.

this was the tortillini that she requested.

hello everyone!! So I had a wonderful weekend. It was my sister's 25th birthday and I cooked her and her family dinner and then had cake and ice cream!!! My sister and I also came an agreement that since our mother thinks we are to old to have birthday parties that we will do them ourselves. So I gave Jessie a birthday party and if you know our kids they just had a ball!!!

2009-02-04T04:42:00.000-08:00

Thursday is my cats 2nd Birthday. The kids and I just love and adore him so much. My husband well Max is growing on him. So here is his picture.

Busy Busy Busy

2009-01-28T14:55:00.000-08:00

Hello to all my friends and family that go onto my blog. I know it has been awhile since I have written but between Girl Scouts, church, church activities, visiting my cousin in Three Spring, Pa and of course all the things that the kids have been in I would say I'm alittle busy. But I promise I will be sending pictures of the kids just snap shots. Well I must say I have to go to tend to kid stuff. Don't forget if anybody wants any girl scout cookies just send a message on my blog and I will see to it that you get some.

Brownie Ceremony

2009-01-16T07:05:00.001-08:00

This evening was very special to the girls, they were able to say their Girl Scout Promise in front of their family and reiceved their patches for all the hard work they have done from October to December. Maurice did a fantastic job decorating for the Ceremony. I am so proud of my Brownies!!! Our nest adventure is the cookie rally. Get ready everyone cookies are just around the corner.

Chason's birthday party

2009-01-16T06:34:00.000-08:00

New years Eve

2009-01-16T06:26:00.001-08:00

Isiah and Noah
getting ready for bed... Are'nt they adorable

There's My husband my sister and her husband.

Coal and Jeremy trying to work out a problem on Battle of the Sexes. Of course the girls won!!! Keep trying boys you'll get.

Prayers

2009-01-05T12:29:00.000-08:00

For this week pray request I have a young mother who was in her 30's that attended our church and died suddenly. As far as I know she has a daughter who really needs prayer. They did not give out information on how she died but it was very shocking to alot of people at our church. Thanks so much and God Bless.

Happy 1st Birthday Chason

2009-01-05T08:05:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Chason from Aunt Christina Uncle Jeremy devon Tori and Haley!!!!

Haley

2008-12-31T09:12:00.000-08:00

Thank you for all the prayers!!! Haley went to school today and is feeling ALOT better.

Update

2008-12-30T06:40:00.000-08:00

Just giving you guys alittle update on how my kids are feeling.... Tori thanks so much for your prayers she is 100% better and is with grandma right now. Haley we still need prayers she is still not feeling the best. No fever... Amen, but still congested and just laying around. Thanks so much and take care.

Prayer of the week

2008-12-29T08:09:00.001-08:00

Good Morning... This week I am asking for prayers on my two little angels Tori and Haley. Tori has a little rash on her face that we think she got from some make-up for Christmas, it seems to be getting better. Haley went to school this morning and I got a call from pre-school just after an hour of her being there saying she got sick. I brought her home and she has been sleeping ever since. So lets pray that they have a fast recovery. Thank you all and God Bless.

The Sound of Music

2008-12-28T19:21:00.000-08:00

My daughter and I watched 1 of my most favorite movies tonight. The Sound of Music. I was'nt sure if she would like it due to how old it is. Boy was I wrong..... She loved it!!!! She wants to be like the kids one day dancing and singing. We cuddled up in a electric fleece blanket my best friend Evette gave me for christmas and watched it. It was definatly a moment for us that we won't forget. I hope it becomes a traditon in our family to watch it every year. Maybe next year Haley will join us. If anyone who reads this have a daughter(s) I recommend you get this movie and cuddle with her and watch it.

Christmas with my In-Laws

2008-12-28T18:54:00.000-08:00

We went to my in-laws around 4 pm Christmas Day. Shirley had a nice serving of finger foods for us to nibble on. Jeremy and I got a 7 piece dinnerware set from Pampered Chef!!!! We were so excited to finally have a decent set of pots and pans.I cook probably 6 out of 7 nights. Fridays the kids ask daddy as soon as he gets home if they can "order"...lol. So thank you Shirley we LOVE the gift. Tori recieved a High School Musical mp3 player from Aunt Stephanie and Uncle Curtis. Haley reiceved a princess easy bake from Aunt Stephanie and Uncle Curtis. Devon reiceved a skatboarding thing from Aunt Stephanie and Uncle Curtis. Jeremy and I recieved from them an adorable calander of our precious neice and nephews!!! We had a wonderful evening with Grandma and Pappy and Aunt Stephanie And Uncle Curtis and the kids. Also the kids Mam Mam and Pappy were there. We had visited them on Christmas Eve and I did not have my camera yet.... Sorry Mam Mam and Pappy. But they reiceved an awsome steam mop that Stephanie tried to take but beileve it or not Mam Mam ran after her and took it back....lol You had to be there it was hilarious. I hope yopu enjoyed the pictures and the story.

Christmas at the Colby's

2008-12-27T18:12:00.000-08:00

Haley and Magenta!!

Tori got a Mariposa Barbie.

This is my Dear Granny. I love you!!!

here is my Uncle Mark and Haley.

This is our Christmas tree.... I just loved it, it was 81/2 feet. Jeremy thinks we should go smaller next year. I don't I just loved it. It was a Citrus Ceder and when you smelled it, it smelled like oranges.

little Isiaha my nephew running from me.

Devon coming back from his dads

Say cheese little sis.

my cousin Brian and his girlfriend Misty. My uncle Keith squeezed in there some how...lol

Devon finally got his I-Pod.

My angel..... She is always eating...lol

poor Jeremy he was sick on Christmas.

This is Pappy Aaron

Santa knew Tori loves to color.

For Christmas this year my husband bought me a digital camera. I know I am probably the last person on earth to get one...lol. So needlest to say I was a little camera happy on Christimas. Here are the pictures I hope you enjoy them.

Brownies in the paper

2008-12-21T15:07:00.000-08:00

In today's paper there is a small article with a picture of my Brownie troop when they went to the homeless shelter.... Take a look.

Prayer Chain

2008-12-19T06:28:00.000-08:00

Good Morning everyone I wanted to let you know that I am going to start a prayer chain. Once a week I will have someone who really needs our prayers. I will give as much of the situation as I can. I will then give updates on how the prayers have helped. Whoever believes in our mighty God knows that he can do amazing things. But also keep in mind he has a plan for each and everyone of us. He might not answer they way we want him to but God has a plan. So please don't give up and just keep praying you will see amazing things if you do. Here is the email I reiceved on Hannah. Lets make her wish come true!!!!

Subject: Hannah's last Christmas - her wishThis is the true story of my 5-yr old 2nd cousin, Hannah Garman, who wasdiagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, a rare and incurable braintumor.She has been given 12 weeks to live and is currently in her 7th week.She was going to be the flower girl in our wedding in May, but wasdiagnosed a week after we asked her to be the flower girl. This isespecially sad because her mother died 2 yrs ago from breast cancer.Right now she has lost most of her motor skills. She is confined to bedand cannot really do anything or play with the gifts she is getting frompeople, but she LOVES getting cards - she has gotten so many from peopleshe does not know and just loves to have grandma read about the peoplewho send them and see their pictures and is so proud of all her cards.Her room is just filled with cards.When asked what she wants for Christmas she said she wants to see howmany Christmas cards she can get. Many people have passed this wishalong to their churches, prayer groups, friends and family. There areschool groups where children are making her cards. People are includingpictures so she can see who it is that is sending her the card.If you would like to help with her wish, you can send a card to her at:Hannah Garman704 Orchard RdLititz, PA 17543THANKS! Feel free to pass this along to your own prayer group, church,school, etc. Let's see if we can have the cards coming in big postalbags for her this Christmas, since it will be her last holiday.P.S. You can also send my email to anyone you forward this to, if theyhave questions. sheripie@hotmail.comread more about Hannah, see pics, & stay updated on her progress athttp://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http://www.caringbridge.org%2Fvisit%2Fhannahgarman> (Pic of me and Hannah attached. This was taken a week before her > diagnosis. It was the day I asked her to be my flower girl. She was so> excited that she put on her princess costume to 'practice' :)>--------------------Tonyah has shared a link with you. To view it or to reply to the message, follow this link:http://www.facebook.com/n/?inbox/readmessage.php&t=1055526635407___Want to control which emails you receive from Facebook? Go to:http://www.facebook.com/editaccount.php?notifications&md=bXNnO2Zyb209MTY2MDI0MDI3Njt0PTEwNTU1MjY2MzU0MDc7dG89NzIxMDUwODEz

Birthday party

2008-12-15T06:47:00.000-08:00

Good thing I looked on top of the microwave. Jeremy did't tell me about the cards...lol. Yes we will be there.

To Ryan

2008-12-11T13:25:00.000-08:00

Ryan I am so sorry for all the pain you have endured. As I cry for loosing you I rejoyce for your life with our heavenly father. Although I did't know you that well I knew what a couragous fighter you were and still are. you went through more than I could ever imagine. Know as you are looking down on us that your mother is in very good and loving hands. We all will be with you soon....

Thanks for all the prayers

2008-12-11T13:18:00.000-08:00

I wrote awile back that my cousin had cancer and ask for friends and family to pray for my family. This morning my dear cousin lost his fight with cancer. But I know your prayers helped him go peacefully. He has been fighting this terrible fight for too long. He was in pain and tired. he told his family he was ready to go and at that time I knew he was on his way to our wonderful God. Please keep my family in your prayers as his family grieves with this during the holiday season.

I know someone who turned 4 today

2008-12-06T10:58:00.000-08:00

There is this little guy who is funny, adorable, his nickname is Clyde and he has a relative named Bonnie. Can anyone guess??? That is right it is Canyon!!!! Wow where does the time go. I was there when this little man entered the world. So quiet and still I just loved to look at him and wonder what he was thinking. Well let me tell you I don't have to wonder anymore you always know what he is thinking you know when he is in the room and he is never still.....lol. But that is what makes Canyon, Canyon. I would'nt have him any other way. He is the sweetest nephew anybody could ask for. Happy Happy Birthday big guy!!! I hope your day is filled with lots of fun and happiness. Bug hugs and kisses from your Aunt Christina Uncle Jeremy Haley (aka Bonnie) Tori and Devon. We love you bunches and bunches.

homeless shelter

2008-11-26T07:36:00.000-08:00

Just another FYI check out the Public Opinion Newspaper daily to see my Brownie troop making a difference at the homeless shelter hopefully I can get a picture on hear for you. The did an amazing job and between 7 Brownies we collected 34 bags of food, bedding, clothes, coats and hygene products. Way to go Girls!!! The shelter also gave us a tour and they got to meet a little puppy that hangs out there alot.

christimas Parade

2008-11-25T05:16:00.001-08:00

Just wanted to let everyone know that if you go to www.publicopiniononline.com you will see a picture of my brownie troop in the parade!!! It is pretty cool!!!

Christimas concert

2008-11-19T12:47:00.000-08:00

Ok everybody I sometimes forget to tell friends and family of upcoming events. Devon came home from school today to announce his first chorus concert. This concert is taking place on December 11th at 6:30pm. It is going to be at The Chambersburg area Middle School. I hope all can attend!!!!

Haley at school

2008-11-17T05:11:00.000-08:00

I just recieved these pictures when I sent Haley to school this morning. They were in her cubby. There is her beautiful smile! In the next one I'm not sure what she is doing but she seems to be very involved in it...lol

Happy Birthday Sisiter-In-Law

2008-11-15T16:36:00.001-08:00

Happy Birthday Stephanie!!!!!!!! I hope your birthday was everything you exspected and more. Chason gave you the best gift ever and that was walking!!! But here is a picture that you probably have'nt seen in awhile and it is my gift to you. This was around when we met. And we have had our ups and downs but there are always more ups and the downs just make us closer. So from all of us at the Colby house we wish you a very happy birthday!!!!

Vetern's Day Parade

2008-11-15T15:19:00.000-08:00

My Brownie troop is amazing!!! They definatly have the spirit of a Girl Scout. We do alot of things and there paticipation is wonderful. We attended the Veter's Day parade on Tuesday and the girls did a GREAT job. They never once complained during the walk and while we were listening to the Vets at the square they were quiet and respectful. That is a tough job for 6 and 7 year olds. So I want to say thank you for again being the best troop!! Here are some pictures of that day.

2008-11-15T15:15:00.000-08:00

My kids recieved their school pictures a few weeks back, and I just learned how to scan them onto my computer. So here they are.

Halloween pics

2008-11-15T15:08:00.000-08:00

This is a picture of my Brownie Troop. We decided to go to a nursing home for our Halloween. We chose Manorcare mostly because they were having their fall festival on the same day as our meeting time. I must say the kids had a blast! They even got a good laugh at their Brownie leader with pink hair and the co-leader with a clown wig...lol. All of my girls dressed up and were very polite to the residents. You guys are a great troop :)!

Report card time

2008-11-13T10:11:00.000-08:00

Yesturday my daughter Tori recieved her first report card. If you know Tori this was a very important day to her and our family. We call her the lawyer because she NEVER stops asking questions about anything and never misses a beat. She is very bright and works really hard in school. So here it goes all her academic courses math, reading, language, science social studies she recieved a A. In all the other like gym, music, art, ect. she recieved S for satisfactory!!! We are so proud of you Tori and you are on your way at becoming that lawyer....lol.

Camp El-Wa-Ho

2008-10-24T18:37:00.000-07:00

We learned so much that day, such as crushing corn to make cornmeal, shooting a arrow with a bow, learning about indians and how they lived, they were able to paint on cloth that was going to go on a teepee, and how to make dream catchers.

There we all are Christina, Tori, Marissa and Nissi. We had just arrived and were registering.

Last Saturday I took a few of my Brownies to the Camp El-Wa-Ho 50th annivarsary celebration the kids had such a good time. Here are some pictures I would like to share with you.

Daddy's Birthday

2008-10-12T12:36:00.000-07:00

Today I would like to wish my husband a very happy birthday!!! We had a little cookout with the family and the weather was beautiful. The kids and I got him a mandolin slicer from pampered chef he loved it. So from all of us to you sweetheart we love you and Happy Birthday :).

Happy 5th Birthday Coral

2008-10-10T08:49:00.000-07:00

Goodness I can't believe my little niece is 5 today. It just seems like yesterday Stephanie was bringing her home. Coral you are a very special girl, and I'm so glad you are my niece! Your cousins adore you and so do your Aunt Christina and Uncle Jeremy. You have a very special day because it is all about you today :) I love you and I will call you when you get home from school.

Girl Scout Calanders

2008-10-10T08:43:00.000-07:00

Tuesday Oct.7th was my first Brownie meeting and I must say it went very well. Our troop is involved in a calander funderaiser and if Tori participates in this she will recieve her first patch, how exciting is that!. So Iam asking family and friends to buy a calander from Tori to help her get her patch. There are wall calanders and pocket ones and they are 3.00 dollars a piece. I really appreciate your envolvment and so would Tori.....Let's get Tori that patch!!!!

what's going on in the Colby houshold

2008-10-07T08:18:00.000-07:00

Well where should I begin...lol. I start my first Brownie meeting tonight, I hope all gos well and I'm pretty confident it will. Haley as you know goes to pre-school twice a week she is also into beginners Acro which is a fancy word for gymnastics. Tori is in beginners Jazz and she just loves it. She is also a Brownie in my troop. Devon he will be starting beginners Hip-Hop when they can get enough boys to join. All of them as far as grades are doing great. We started going to a new church called Salem United Brethern and everyone really enjoys it, although we would love to have daddy come with us, so maybe you guys could pray that he might. We go to Wed. night classes and again the kids have a wonderful time. I'm taking a prayer class, and wow, I'm learning so much. My younger sister is getting married on Saturday....Congradulations Jess!!! So as you can see I've been alittle busy so I'm sorry for not posting anything sooner. Iam going to try to get pics up here soon as well. Jeremy and Tim has started deer hunting so I can't wait for my hunny to bring me some deer home. Well that is about all thats going on here at the Colby house. Oh 1 more thing I go yard saleing every Sat. and last Sat. I went with my mother-in-law and my sister-in-law and they both told me I had a problem.....lol. I was still going at 2 and they wanted to stop at 12. It was so funny. Maybe I do have a problem.....with deals....lol. That is it for now but I wont wait so long to write the next time.

My family needs prayers

2008-08-25T06:52:00.000-07:00

I just received a call this morning from my Uncle Mark that my cousin Ryan has been set up at hospice, they said there is no more they can do for him. A few years ago he was diagnosed with a type of cancer that consumed his whole body they wanted to amputate his legs but he chose not to have that happen, after many surgeries and kemo that lasted a couple of years he was finally in remission. But now it came back full force and there is nothing they can do for him. Ryan is 21 and still has his whole life ahead of him. So todayI am asking anyone to take a few minutes out of your day to kneel down and give Ryan a precious prayer. I realize how powerful prayer is and right now Ryan needs them. I'm not sure if they have given him a time limit but I give this to God I know he will take care of him. Thank you so much my family is grateful for you to do this for us. I will keep you posted as soon as I hear anything. Again thank you and God bless each and everyone of you.

A day at the park

2008-08-12T13:15:00.000-07:00

Today my children and I spent the day at the park with their cousins and Grandma. They had a awsome time riding their bikes along the trail. Poor Tori wanted her training wheels off her bike so she could start learning how to ride without them......but she has not been able to get it yet she is determined though. So Haley, Coral and Cannon took turns sharing with her. They love each other so much!!!! Haley went down a steep hill and me and Grandma were yelling SLOW DOWN HALEY but she took a tumble. She was quite the trooper she got alittle scrape on her knee and she whined for a second, then I asked if she wanted to get back on and she did. Good for her.

2008-08-06T20:15:00.000-07:00

Happy 4th Birthday Haley

2008-08-05T18:13:00.000-07:00

My daughter Haley enjoying her 4th birthday with Oops the clown. We had a blast that day with all of our family.

Do you want to see my pretty flowers?

Look how cute I am.