Skiing World Cup/ Dew Tour

Erik heard about the world cup being at Deer Valley so we decided to go watch the moguls event.

It was a pretty fun except the sun was going down and smart mommy hadn't packed enough layers for us all.

The kids were a little unhappy when that happened. Hey, it was very spontaneous of a decision to go and I had

less than a hour to get everyone ready. I enjoyed it though...after all it was FREE!

Our friend, Kim, was working the Dew Tour. We had plans to go watch events and see her a little(she lives in Denver

so we don't see her enough). After the whole World Cup thing we were a little nervous about the kids. Luckily we

decided to go and it was AWESOME! The sun was out with blue sky, thanks to the worst air quality in the nation we haven't

seen that recently, the downfall... I over-layered everyone. The boys loved it. Ryker kept trying to slide down the

hill with his boots and would say "I'm skiin'!"

Kim gave the boys beanies that were big they looked like

gangsters....Our friend Jeff was up there and through a quick sign

(HE'S NOT A GANGSTER!)

Daddy and Ryker at Dew Tour
This is at the world cup
A sweet lady asked if we would like a family picture..

We hardly ever get those so I was sooo grateful

Ryker is totally saying "CHEESE!"
Observing the moguls

Merry Christmas...

I just wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas. I hope that Santa is able to bring you all that you want on your list, I hope you get to spend time with family and friends, and most importantly I hope you remember the Reason of the Season and take time to remember Christ and all he did for us! MERRY CHRISTMAS

love

the Sorensons

The Twelve Days of Christmas...

Most of you have heard me rant about how poor we are this year, like most college student families. The kids of course will be well taken care of, but I just kept thinking about Erik and how I wanted to do something special for him since he works so hard, and gives so much up to make our life better. I was driving home from Ogden thinking about just this when the 12 days of Christmas came on the radio and I thought I could do this so cheap. I am starting on the 14th so it will end on Christmas. The week I start will be finals so I really tried to come up with things he could take to school with him and that won't annoy him (he gets a little annoyed when he's stressed out). Here's what I got.....

On the ____ day of Christmas your true love gave to you....

1. A Partridge in a Pear Tree...

Well, a pear picked by me

and bought as a grocery.

2. Two Turtle Doves...

How about two bars of Dove

And a rubber turtle that can join in the tub.

3. Three French Hens...

It was a little pricey to have French Hens sent

So this American chicken wrap was made for your eating enjoyment.

4. Four Calling Birds...

Those four birds flew south it's true

But they left some messages for you...

(I don't think he would like if I shared those but I just wrote him four notes that were sweet)

5. Five Golden Rings..

Apparently I lose bagels just like a certain ring

I hope you enjoy one bagel... at least it's multi-grain!

(If you don't know I lost my wedding ring a couple years ago.)

6. Six Geese a Laying...

Those geese left their eggs just for the taking

So for your breakfast a six egg skillet I am making.

7. Seven Swans a Swimming...

Look closely on the origami swans' wings

They'll get you out of seven diaper changings.

8. Eight Maids a Milking....

Maids don't really milk anymore

Here's your very own gallon bought at the store.

9. Nine Ladies Dancing....

Yeah like I'm going to let you watch nine chicks dance

How about some Pirouette cookies that might make you prance.

10. Ten Lords a Leaping...

I know you don't want to watch ten guys leap

So here's the underwear you desperately need.

11. Eleven Pipers Piping

That sounds loud and very annoying

Instead I made you "piping" hot coffee to get your morning going.

(you could do hot chocolate if you aren't a coffee addict like we are)

12. Twelve Drummers Drumming....

This cd was made with love

there's twelve songs that all have the drums.

I'll let you know how things go. Hopefully he likes it.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

SHE'S HERE!!!

Brittany and Oren had there new baby girl early this afternoon (Tuesday October 27, 2009)  She weighed in at 7 lbs. 1 oz. and 19 3/4" long.  She is seriously the most beautiful newborn I have ever seen!  We are so excited to add her as a niece/cousin to the family.  CONGRATS STOCKS FAMILY!!!! P. S. we are still waiting on the name.

notice the bracelet her mommy made...girls get all the accessories
Don't we all wish we could look this gorgeous after having a baby?

Love those little feet!!!
Proud uncle

She has so much hair
We are missing two in the family picture since no one under 14 can come in the hospital.   However, Lizzy and Calvin did come to the window to see their new baby sister and hopefully tomorrow they can take the baby home where they will get to hold her at last.

Pumpkins!!!!

             the four vampire jack o' lanterns
Brakken dug right in and loved it
We forced Ryker to put his hand in the pumpkin, he took it out and said "wash my hands" as he ran to the bathroom HEHEHE

Now that it's finished Ryker likes it

Mommy's Birthday

 Snow is coming!!!
                                                              My FAVORITE guys

 I hope it doesn't seem narcissistic to post my own birthday but if I don't no one will and it was such a good day.  Erik made me waffles with whipped cream and strawberries. Then we drove through the canyon so I could finally see some leaves.  We ended up in Park City where we went on the Alpine Slide, which was really fun other than the slow family that we ended up catching up to even though we gave them over a five minute head start.  That night Erik and I actually went on a date (this only happens for birthdays and our anniversary) It was nice to have alone time with the guy I love so much.  Ending with cheesecake, Missy Sorenson's recipe, delicious!!!!!  My boys did such a great job making me feel special and putting together a good day....

Ryker's Bday Pics

OOPS did this backwards....sorry it's been a while.

 Liberty Park has this awesome fountain/ wading pool area that Ryker LOVES so we went there, unfortunately it was closed that day so it wasn't flowing just a little stagnant water at one end.  Eventually we worked our way over to the splash pad on the other side of the park.

I am not an artist so this is the best Lightning McQeen cake I could do...
Brakken found the cake I was cooling..it made for a stressful morning
Ryker's new bike....He loves this thing