Ready. Aim. Fire.

I realized recently how many pictures and activities have happened throughout the summer, that I have yet to update everyone on. Jacob has recently become interested in GUNS, Alex on the other hand has been interested since he came into the world. Uncle Mark has been itching to take his nephews shooting and we finally said YES. The boys had a great time and can't stop talking about their time on the shooting range. Just a few pictures from the day. I was working, but Carlos remembered the camera. YEAH!

Getting the safety speech before beginning.

We had to try every gun, Uncle Mark brought.

Warning!

All are welcome to come swimming and/or jump on the trampoline! But if you misbehave in the pool, look out....Coach Montes will make you go to the hill and give him 20.

Just ask Jacob, Alex, Blake & Stephen.

Gone Fishin'

Well....we are making an attempt to try different things over the course of this summer. I guess you would say, we will be doing the "Staycation" thing. I would like to say its to save money, but our first venture ended up on the pricey side. Alex has wanted to fish I'd say for the past 3 years (Since Titi Chrissy & Uncle Mark bought him his first fishing pole). Ongoing projects and the kitchen remodel seemed to put it on the back burner. Needless to say, we made it to Big Brown Lake up toward the Poconos, with the new fishing pole and some old faithfuls from Pappy Smith in hand. After trying to figure out the best place to venture for our first fishing expedition, we thought this to be the best option. It's actually a fish hatchery, so you are bound to catch something. They had a great time, and fishing has now become something they would like to do more of. Bushkill Creek here we come. (It's FREE)

This was one of those days where you realize, no matter how long you know someone...you never know everything about them. I know nothing when it comes to fishing, except I'm great at putting worms on the hook. But Carlos on the other hand seemed to know everything there was to know about fishing. (Are you sure you weren't a Boy Scout Carlos?) What's Up With That!!! I did feel bad for him, 4 boys all new to fishing, made for a crazy start. We were all ready to leave, but waited for Carlos to get a bite. : )

It was a fun day and the weather turned out to be beautiful.

Happy Fishing! - e

Where To Start

It was recently brought to my attention (thanks Aunt Janice) that my last post was back in November. WOW! It's amazing how time flies. I turned 40 in November, it must be the reason for my lack of focus anymore. Just kidding, I'm only 39. ; )

Besides the holidays, work was beyond crazy and now has returned to a normal busy. I won't complain because it's a paycheck and I know there are many people without work right now. But I will use it as my excuse on not being able to keep up. Something had to give. I must say the blog and my laundry are the things that have been placed on the back burner. The boys are wearing clean underwear. I get it washed, just never folded and moved to the appropriate rooms. I believe I was meant to be rich. I dislike cleaning, cooking, laundry and anything else domestic that I may have missed. I'm really not sure how anyone can find enjoyment out of these things.

Onto what you've missed.



Somehow I've missed the entire wrestling season! Again. WOW. Jacob and Alex had a fantastic season, with Alex taking 6th at the end of the year tournament and Jacob taking 1st.





The boys went snowboarding this winter for the first time.

We had lots of snow.



I ran my first half marathon.

The dog is still alive and with us, he's actually growing on us and he's become a good running partner. Although he's only good as a 4 mile runner.




We received a surprise package from Mexico. (Thanks Papster)

The boys have decided not to play a spring sport and are wrestling off season, so there aren't a whole lot of things to up-date on in the sports world. There are 3 days left of school, so I will do my best to stay on top of the summer fun. Stay tuned. Somehow I think I've missed a ton of things, but will try and keep you up-to-date on all the crazy things the Montes' boys do weekly.

They are always bored, so any fun project ideas you can think of to send our way, we'd appreciate it.

Playoff Game - 1 More To Go

Let the Games Begin





Jacob being bored




We Won!

Palmer won their playoff game today against East Side. It was a close game and they worked hard, but in the end they one 7-0. On to the championship game next week. Good Luck Palmer!

Halloween Food

Thank God for the internet. We could easily access some fun foods to make for a Halloween dinner.


Jacob made this on his own. No internet help here. Made out of breadsticks.


Sloppy Joe's.


A few edible fingers.


Bones & Blood


Fingers always taste better with dip!

Halloween 2009

Well they never cease to amaze me with what they choose to be for Halloween. Alex wanted to be a Cheerleader and Jacob a nun. Go Figure! This year life got away with us. We never made it to the pumpkin patch, the first year we've missed since we started taking them. I'm a little bummed, I always love the pictures from the pumpkin patch. But between rain, football and the social life of a 10 & 12 year old, it never happened. So we made a cake.

Alex's favorite network is the "Food Channel" we still aren't sure where that came from but he watches it every night. Ace of Cakes is one of his favorites. Needless to say we had to take a stab at "fondant". I can see why they use it, because you could really make some cool things. But I think for the first attempt and not having the right equipment, they did an awesome job with their cake. I didn't do much, slightly assisted in the rolling of the fondant. Alex said it had to have layers like a wedding cake. We also made some edible halloween treats.

Enjoy!


The Cheerleader & The Nun


A Nun...Go Figure!


He's a much better looking boy.


The First Fondant Cake