McIntire Mix and Match

Christmas 2008

2008-12-31T09:19:00.000-08:00

Ryanes first football game!

2008-11-09T18:45:00.000-08:00

Ryanes first time going to a NFL game. Scott surprised her with a trip to the Raiders stadium. We used alot of halloween make-up to put her game face on.

This was one of the true fans that was in the "Black Hole". That is were all the die hard fans sit. This guy is serious about this game stuff (scary)

Ryane previewing there seating.

Scott and Ryane settling in for the game.

And we can't forget about the little guy. Kaden didn't want to be left out of the action. So he got a little face action and put on his jacket.(don't worry, he stayed home with mom)

Halloween Fun

2008-11-08T20:20:00.000-08:00

Ryane desided that she wanted to be matching vampires with her brother.

He is so cute as a little count. It was a little challenging at first to put the makeup on his face, but after we let him decorate our faces he let us do his.

And this is Ryane and Kaden at the pumpkin patch. We have tons of patches around here, so it is always fun to decided which one to go to.

Flowers, flowers and more flowers!

2008-07-04T14:17:00.000-07:00

Here is our newly planted flowers. We have had fake for quite sometime and we got sick of looking at the never changing site. So we broke down and spent the money to create this beautiful and colorful look. Oh and then theres Kaden and I think it was an ice cream he just enjoyed. Yum, yum!

June Fun!!

2008-06-23T13:25:00.001-07:00

My Firefighter

2008-05-26T20:46:00.000-07:00

Here are some pics of Scott at the Santa Cruz fire. He has been there since friday and is tired. But He is enjoying the experience, and is loving learning new things!

Summer Has Begun!

2008-05-26T19:59:00.000-07:00

Ryane, Hailee and a bunch of other kids spent the day at the pool today. It was freezing and the weather looked like rain, but the kids didn't seem to care. The pool was heated and they were serving free hotdogs and chips. So we parents sat around and wondered how we managed to do that as kids. Get in the pool when it was so freakin' cold out. All in all it was a good time and a way to pass the time for me as I waited for Scott to return home from the fires.

So Much Stress!

2008-05-22T19:33:00.000-07:00

Well this week has proven to be alot more stressful than I care to have endured. Let's see, first Kaden caught Hand Foot and mouth disease from the neighbors kids, Ryane had her first appointment with the orthodontist and that was enough to make my hair fall out. And on top of all that Scott is on stand by to leave with his strike team to help fight the wild fire burning out of control in Santa Cruz mountains. So far it is not contained at all and they are planning on leaving in the middle of the night to head out. I am worried, but have faith that he will be safe. He will be in our prayers. Ryanes first round at the orthodontist is going to cost 3200$. And because ortho stuff is still considered cosmetic, the insurance only covers 1500$ for the entire life span of this crap. So insurance is a joke! So we are just full of great things happening around here. Other than that everything is just hunky doory!

Kaden's 2nd B-day!

2008-05-12T11:38:00.001-07:00

Day at the Beach!

2008-04-14T20:09:00.001-07:00

Watering the flowers...

2008-04-06T12:14:00.001-07:00

This morning the kids went outside with Grammy to accomplish a little gardening. Kaden thought watering from a watering can was really cool. He loved to see the water fall from the spout. We all got a little wet, but the kids enjoyed themselves. And hey, isn't that whats its all about!

Grammy's New Puppy!

2008-03-29T16:19:00.001-07:00

Well here is the new puppy. He is soooo cute! He has been pretty lonely, and misses his brothers and sisters. We haven't decided on a name for sure yet so I will not mention any until we have a definite. Grammy is so happy to finally have her new addition, and looks forward to bonding with him.

The many faces of Kaden!

2008-03-26T20:05:00.001-07:00

Here is some pictures from the first week of being at Grammys and Grampys! Things are going well. It is definitly a challenge at times, but we are enjoying helping and visiting with everyone. Kaden is a handful but has quite the personality. He has such funny faces and we wanted to share them with everyone. Enjoy!!!

Ryane's around the world event!

2008-03-19T09:09:00.001-07:00

Santa came to Town!

2007-12-18T19:05:00.000-08:00

Tonight was the night that Santa comes to visit all the kids that live on base. The fire department escorts him around housing and while he waves to all the little children, the firemen walk around and hand out candy. It is a fun tradition here on base and the kids look forward to it ever year. The sirens are loud and it is a chance for them to get close to the trucks. Happy Holidays!!!

Kaden's First Haircut!

2007-12-16T21:43:00.000-08:00

This was not a pleasant experience to say the least. It started of good until he realised that he was going to be sitting in the chair. Then it was down hill from there. He kick and screamed the entire time. Scott had to sit in the chair with him the whole time, and hold him. Then after it was all over he still didn't want to get his picture taken. He was MAD! It was a very sad day for me. I didn't want to cut his hair, but Dad insisted it was time. Well, I bet after that experience he will wait awhile before he does it again. LOL

Kaden being corny!

2007-12-16T21:37:00.001-08:00

So I am dieing to know what the fasination with boxes and babies are? He is so content with playing with box. Doesn't really care what ever comes in the box...just wants to play in the box. Too cute!

More Halloween Fun!

2007-12-16T21:28:00.000-08:00

Here are pics of the bunch of us carving pumpkins. There was a hole lot of us and we were doing this in barely any light because it gets dark so soon. But we did and had alot of fun.

Halloween Fun!!

2007-12-16T21:06:00.000-08:00

Here are some pics from Halloween... I will have to pic a few here and there because I haven't figured out how to do a slide show. So bare with me. We went to a Halloween carnival and then to the pumpkin patch with our friends. The kids had a blast!

Photos of the Kiddies

2007-09-09T11:38:00.000-07:00

Here are all the kids messing around on the bridge by the lake. The lake that will have no water if it doesn't rain soon. The kids had a blast just playing around and taking pics around the base.

Day at San Franny

2007-09-09T11:29:00.000-07:00

This was the day we went to the Golden Gate. It was so windy, but we survived. The kids had fun looking out and down under the bridge. Scott of course was picture happy....enjoy.

First Day of School

2007-09-09T10:58:00.000-07:00

This was the first day of school, and were they excited! Cole had his first day of kindergarden and di GREAT! And Ryane LOVES her new teacher. She looks forward to the disecting of a cow! Ya thats right a COW!

Apologies from a slacker

2007-07-31T09:45:00.000-07:00

Well, I thought I should at least write a little something so people didn't think we fell off the face of the planet! Things have been hecktic to say the least. This week has been the worst. I have been pee'd on, soda spilled on, washed me ipod in the washer, then dried it, almost blew up the lawn mower when i thought I was going to be helpful. And on top of all that I am still chasing around 4 boys. Ryane comes home on sunday finally after being gone for a LONG summer. Shawn and Trey leave on the 14th and Cole will probably be will us forever. Thats a whole seprate post. Kaden has finally broke all those molars we have been waiting for, and is just a busy, busy little man. Always wants to bolt out the front door. As for Scott, he is at work all day and then comes home to kaos! But hey they are his children:) As for me I am just tired. Don't really have anymore words for it. Well, its off to tackle the clan... good to see everyone is doing well. Love you all

Ryane's Baptism Day!

2007-07-05T20:44:00.000-07:00

This was a special day for all of us! I can't say what it ment to see Ryane make such an important decision in her life. And also gives me much peace of mind! It was fun and spiritual at the same time. Lot's of tears...but good tears!

First Campin' Trip

2007-06-06T19:28:00.000-07:00

Well we got some new camping gear and did our first campout. It was lots of fun, dirty but lots of fun. We had a great camp site. We were right next to a river and the kids got to play down there. The trees were beautiful the way the light came through them. Kaden had a fun time throwing rocks in the water. Just don't put him in it,that was not so fun. All in all it was a good time and we plan to do it often.

Kaden's first Sea World trip

2007-06-01T17:02:00.000-07:00

Kaden loved Sea World. He was really excited about Shamu. Screamed everytime he came by the glass. He got a mohac from the sunscreen on his head. Thought it was cute.

Ryane's Baptism

2007-06-01T16:43:00.001-07:00

Ryane's Baptism is scheduled for friday the 16th at 6pm. I would like to invite anyone who is available to go. It would mean alot to her to have people she cares about to be there. She will be Baptized in Temecula at her Grammy's building. If you have any ? please contact me. More pics to come soon. Love you all!

Kaden picks a winner

2007-04-25T21:08:00.000-07:00

Kaden finally realized he had a hole in his nose. He sat and dug for gold, fortunatly for me he found nothing. It was funny. A great discovery.

Scott's Work Pics

2007-04-25T14:09:00.000-07:00

Ryane's New Doo

2007-04-22T15:35:00.000-07:00

Ryane decided to cut her hair off, which was fine by me because she never wants to do it.
It turned out to look really cute and really easy to deal with. She was happy and excited for her new doo. It makes life in the morning much less of a fight.
It is very short in the back but very stylish in the front. Best of both worlds.

Day in San Franny

2007-04-22T15:22:00.000-07:00

After spending hours at UCSF Medical center getting not so good news, we decided to go walk aroung in the city. We had dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe, and then took a stroll...
During our stroll we ran into these two guys. I was laughing so hard at the fact that they were honest about what they would use the funds they collected for.
I had to take the pictures because I had never seen a hobo that actually said that on there sign.

Long Week

2007-04-20T08:25:00.000-07:00

Well, to say this week has been a challenge for me. To start Kaden is teething 4 teeth right now and probably his 1 yr. molars and boy does he show it. Cranky cranky! We are up throughout the night, and nothing seems to make it any better. I just pray they break through soon to give the little guy a break, and me to. On top of that we have doctor appointment to go and those are clear in San Fransisco. But hopefully those won't be for much longer. Ryane on the other had has had a pretty go week, she picked all her summer camps she will be attending while at her Dad's for the summer. She is perticularly excited about the Chef's camp. She will be learning to cook and they will going to a resturant to learn. She is also going to be going to a Sea World camp where she will learn to be a trainer. Just a fun filled summer! I wish I could go. Kaden has taken his first steps! About 5, but isn't sure yet so he perfers his walker. Scott is studying for the SAT once again. He is applying for the ACET program through the Coast Guard. It is a program that he will be sent to school for 2 years to get his enginering degree. So far the school of choose is Penn State. But, we'll see. He is still researching. Other than that life seems to be normal. But hey what is normal anyway?

Kaden's First Sucker

2007-04-17T22:10:00.000-07:00

This was Kaden's first sucker. We had him eat it in the bath in case he made a huge mess.
He makes these faces often. Maybe it was a little sour, not quite sure. Ryane had one also and they were switching back and forth. I guess to try both flavors.

2007-04-16T16:11:00.000-07:00

Ryane on the lift. It was her first time on the mountain so I am sure she was nervous and excited at the same time. She did really well. She of course spent alot of time on her keaster, but all in all did awesome. I on the other hand didn't do so well my first time.
It was a day for Scott and her to spend some quality time together. They had fun and can't wait to go back for more.

Fun with the Spaggetti!

2007-04-15T13:00:00.000-07:00

Kaden had a blast with his dinner. Quite frankly I think he played more than he ate.

After that we went into the sink for some cleanin and more fun." Like my microphone, the next American Idol."

Easter Sunday

2007-04-14T20:29:00.000-07:00

Easter Sunday, the kids got to hangout with the Easter Bunny during breakfast. Kaden was very much in awe over the huge walking bunny.

Mommy and Kaden stopped there egg hunting activities to pose for a picture.....cheese!