Jen Zen Yoga

I know its been awhile....I have been spending sometime thinking and searching. I am proud to announce the birth of, www.jenzenyoga.com This has been a collabration of all that I love and will be spectacular. Please check back, the journay has just begun.

This ones's for you Deborah Michelle.....

Heres a few pics of the latest happenings in the Haire household. My mother came for a week and shared mothers day with us. We had a wonderful day. Mike and the kids went all out. We had a super fun week. Kathy our sweet 22 year old "daughter" also spent a week end with us. Kathy watched the kids for us in Utah when I was working and she really is a part of the family. Enjoy the pics :)

Mothers Day Breakfast



Croquet in our PJ'S



Queens in a Central Park Castle



Isn't he handsome????



Princeton with Kathy



NYC with Kathy



Cute Family Pic

uh-oh broken arm

McKenna had a little basketball mishap...this is what happens when you fall and catch yourself with your arms! After a week of her being in pain I took her to the doctor and guess what...we have our first broken bone. She will have to wear the cast for 4 weeks and we are hoping it is off before the start of soccer season :)

At Last.....

Here is my excuse...my camera broke and I have yet to buy a new one. I am wanting to talk to the Apple guys and find out what type of camera will be most compatible with my new MAC...I have had no time to do that so yes I am typing on my laptop that steams when in use and I am posting pictures taken with Elskas camera. We have had a most wonderful first quarter. We were treated to a vacation in Utah where we saw family, friends and loved ones.Below are a few pictures of the trip. We had a wonderful time. All it takes is a little bit of distance to realize how great you had it......we love our family and friends.

List of Favorite things:

1.) Delta--direct flight from Newark to SLC....the flight was nice. The kids are big now and I read an entire half of one novel.....

2.) Elska- picked us up, feed us and let us sleep. We then "borrowed" here extra car and left for the week end. I showed up on Monday moved lots of furniture and had a blast watching the Bachelor...he is still and class "A" jerk.

3.) Park City- It was great to come and be a true visitor. Great food and nighttime fun. Christi and Carlos made the trek to see us...we had a blast.

4.) Mimi- she insisted that she would watch the kids, fine be my guest.....they live with us we are over it :)

5.) Lindsey- She really should be first. She packed her 3.5 babies....half for the one in her belly and drove from Witcha Kansas to Utah just to see us. Her babies are blonde and WONDERFUL...I loved the morning we spent doing yoga...thanks for the trip and next time you pass a kidney stone make it at home and not 5 hours away from it. I love you more than you know.....

6.) Baby Lexi- I have a new niece and my bro is a new daddy. Jill was a trooper and chilled in the room while Ryan and the fam skied. The baby is more than perfect and Jill's family was so hospitable....

7.) Jo Jo- what can I say she looked great and was nothing but excited for her new Texas adventure.

8.) Dad and Pam- all I have to say is Chinese food and a good old hotel hallway. I should have taken a candle to burn and remember the week end by..... thanks for everything.

9.) Friends- other than family they made it fun....jelly beans and all :)

enjoy the pics and lets hope I get a new camera soon

Ski Utah



One Pregnant Lady To Go



These things keep your pants up!!



Aunt Jo Jo the kiddos and baby Lexi



Call me and I will tell you the story



Who's in charge here????



My favorite Picture



Are you guys sisters???? NOT SHE'S MY MOTHER!!!!



We love our Friends.....

NEW YEAR!!! NEW FUN!!!

My camera broke during Christmas so I have not been able to take pictures of anything. We really haven't had much going on. Mike has been busy at work and I am busy with the kids. I volunteer at the public library helping out with the used book sale they have every year and that is in full swing. I will post pics once I fix the camera issue. Jackson is busy learning to read and loves bringing "homework" home to work on. McKenna has played her first indoor soccer games and loves it. She loves that it is the perfect temp and fast paced. Hope everyone has recovered from the holidays and taking time to renew things. Mike and I have been running but I fell off the wagon last week.....that and my knees were killing me. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

An extra present for the family

My brother and his wife Jill received and extra Christmas present-- Alexandria Joy Coil was born a few weeks early on December 26th around 3:30 in the morning. She is a little over 5 lbs and 19 inches. She also has huge feet like her dad. Mom and baby are doing well.



The other exciting news is my sister Lindsey is carrying her 4th baby and she and Cory have requested that we all hope and pray she has a boy to add to their 3 girls. She is due in July around the time Corbin comes home from his mission. We are so happy and excited for them.

Santa Made a Visit

The kids had a great time and were super happy with all that Santa brought. Mike and I were amazed that they didn't wake up until after 7:00. We are so blessed. Hope all of our friends and loved ones had a wonderful holiday and a wonderful new year!!!

Snow fun and Fondue

I am obsessed with Rachel Ray and look forward to the new magazine every month. This month featured a story about snow activities and then cheese fondue for lunch. The kids and Mike played in the snow while I cooked the fondue. It was super yummy and perfect for a cold day.

Building and snow fort with the fire pit keeping them warm.



Enjoying Lunch



Here is the recipe:

1 1/4 pounds baking potatoes, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
12 ounces gruyère cheese, shredded (3 cups)
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 clove garlic, halved
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons dry white wine
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 pinch ground nutmeg

1. Preheat the oven to 450°. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes and oil. Sprinkle generously with salt and arrange in a single layer on a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet. Roast, turning once, until browned.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix together the cheese and cornstarch. Rub the cut sides of the garlic on the inside of a fondue pot or heavy 2-quart saucepan; discard the garlic. Add the wine and lemon juice and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the cheese mixture, then cook for 1 minute. Stir in the nutmeg and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm with the roasted potatoes for dipping.

Christmas Concerts

McKenna had a solo as an elf---she did great.



Jackson sang well and played the drum for "The Little Drummer Boy".

Christmas in NYC

Carriage ride in Central Park--it was freezing.



The famous tree---it was beautiful.



Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall---those girls can kick!



My Angels



Lunch rink side at Rockefeller Plaza



My favorite treat--cupcakes from Magnolia bakery.




Lunch at Rolf's--the entire ceiling is covered in ornaments, garland and lights.



Wreaths on the sidewalk

Thanksgiving in Detroit

We loaded the car and headed to Detroit to visit Mikes dad and step-mom who are serving a mission for the LDS church. We had a great time visiting, eating and relaxing. The drive wasn't bad. We learned Ohio has really great rest stops and there is not much in Pennsylvania. We read, watched movies and played rounds and rounds of the alphabet game----trucks work great for the letters Q and Z!!!

Thanksgiving Dinner



Jackson had more desserts than turkey



Cute Kids!!!



Ride the horsey into town---favorite thing to do with Grandpa Bob!!



Grandma Jan is so strong. You should how many push ups she can do!



The GM building in downtown Detroit--72 stories high.



Detroit People Mover Station--loved the bright colors.

Maelee Baby

Just wanted to let you all know of something I am doing. A friend of mine from high school has started a diaper bag company. I am helping her sell them out here in my area. They are great bags, made well and feature a new idea. The inside is customizable with self-adhesive labels to remind you where everything is.They are fashinable enough to use as a large purse and/or travel bag after the baby is grown. Please check out the website and let me know if you are interested. Please tell your friends and family. Visit www.maeleebaby.com for information and other products. New products will be arriving in Janurary of '09.

Cold with a Cold

We got back from Michigan last night after a 10 hour drive. I started to get a sore throat in Ohio and sure enough by bedtime I had a cold. Top that off with freezing temps and rain and we are hanging in the house all day. The kids are making race tracks for marbles with various toys, Mike is napping, and I spent sometime looking at old pics and thought it would be fun to post some of my favorites. I will blog all about our Turkey day once I get the pics uploaded. Hope everyone had a great holiday and took time to be thankful for family, health and all that is truly important.....lots of love to everyone!!!

First picture taken with a digital camera...Montana 2003



Love this one of Jackson



I miss my babies in cozy PJ'S!!!



Favorite Halloween--McKenna the parrot and Jackson the pirate



Easter 2004