Saturday, August 30, 2008

N first day of school


Forgot to post pictures of N's first day of Kindergarten.
It was an emotional day for me but he was sure excited.
I called him from work after he got home and asked him what he did. He said, "Papers. Lots of papers. It would be just too tiring to tell you about all of them".
Had to laugh.
My baby boy all grown up.

BYU vs No Iowa



First BYU football home game today against the Northern Iowa Panthers. We bought tickets for the entire family this year. D and I are hoping to build family memories and unity as we spend this time together. Our first tailgating experience was certainly memorable as we had trouble getting the new grill lit (mainly as I forgot to pack matches). We finally resulted to a borrowed blow-torch. Now THAT is a memory maker. I think we'll carve pumpkins with chainshaws this Halloween just to round out the experience.

After out meal we watched the band march into the stadium then went to the parking lot party to experience all the pre-game excitement. At one booth E3, N, and I won BYU T-Shirts by throwing a football through a hole. We then entered the stadium and enjoyed the band on the field. We went down to the tunnel and watched the players run in. Saw LaVell Edwards leading the pack. Didn't see Fui Vakapuna however so I was disappointed. He could not play this game as he was academically ineligible until yesterday.

It was rewarding watching the kids enjoy the game. I loved when they participated in the BYU fight song. They seemed to enjoy the game although I admit the two gameboys I packed saved the day during the second half. Also some clouds finally moved in which helped with the temperature. Before that we were melting away.

E1 prepared for the game by watching every football movie we own (We are Marshall, Rudy, Remember the Titans). I love her enthusiasm.
Dand Grandpa Glen were the closest in their predictions to the final score which was 41 - 17. Go Cougars!

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!






Tuesday was the first day of school for the girls. N starts on Monday.
E1 starts at the High School, E2 at the middle school, and E3 at Pahvant. When N starts at Ashman we will have one child in each of the four schools and each in their first year at that school. Pretty crazy.
Ever since Aunt Ashlee and Aunt Kellee were in school it has been our tradition to go to Ideal Dairy for an after-school treat. As part of the new Sheffer family budget we made shakes at home this year instead. It was still fun and very tasty. I must say working at home has been GREAT. Darren and I like being here when the kids get home from school. Pretty awesome.

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

PHELPS PHAN PHAMILY




Okay so we are all Phelps fans here in the Sheffer (Shepher) household.
A few nights ago we talked about what Olympic Sport we'd want to gold medal in if we could and why.
Here are our responses:
D - Team Diving (if Sonja will be my partner)
S - Track and Field
E1 - Swimming
E2 - Diving
E3 - Equestrian events
N - Rowing (or in his words, "boat racing")

See the poll on the left and offer up YOUR VOTE. Enter your reasons why in the comments.

Tuesday, August 12, 2008





The Sheffer clan headed to the northern reaches of our great state last weekend. We enjoyed spending time with our cousin JB and helping her celebrate turning nine. We enjoyed Logan and the American West Heritage Center as well as the AirForce Museum in Ogden and a side trip to Antelope Island. Thanks to Aunt Regina for always making us feel so welcome.

Wednesday, August 6, 2008

RAH RAH RAH RAH RAH



Written by: SONJA
Only 24 days until the first game!!!! This year the whole family has season tickets. It was hard to enjoy the games when Darren and I were wondering if the kids were home burning the house down.
We bought new BYU shirts for everyone to promote family team spirit. Nathan's is a mini football jersey that is SOOO CUTE. Elissa's is pink with the Y symbol. I could not resist temptation and bought me a new jersey, too It has the number ONE on it - (GO FUI!!!!!!!!)


With Tonga out I am hoping he gets more playing time and can have a great senior year.


GOOOO COUGARS!!!!

Sunday, August 3, 2008

WELCOME TO SHEFFERFAMILY.COM!!!

Watch here for exciting updates about the happenings of the Sheffer clan.

This month should be full of fun as we finish our summer fun and get ready for the adventures of the new school year.

Stay tuned!!!