Hayden's Place

Hayden Singing

2010-01-27T12:43:00.000-08:00

This is Hayden singing a song...it is only 30 seconds long. Don't I have an awesome family? I am a very lucky man. Thank you babe for sending that to me and for teaching Hayden that song.

Jake's Surgery

2010-01-24T15:11:00.000-08:00

After the Surgery (I know the pictures aren't in Chronological order...so sue me). You can tell Jake is a little drugged up.

No they didn't break his arms during the surger, those are stints that keep his arms straight so that he can't run his face.

Poor kid had an IV, heart and oxygen monitors hook up to his little feet. He was trying to take them out all of the time.

He had to stay overnight because he wasn't eating and he had a 103 fever. Jamie was such a trooper through the whole thing. After the surgery Jake just wanted her and no one else. Jamie stayed the night in the hospital with him. Needless to say she was exhausted. She took of him the whole night...oh, and I failed to mention that she is pregnant with our third child. My wife is the bomb!

Before the operation...

They had these cool little Hospital Gowns for kids.

Poor kid isn't at all aware of the pain that he will be in after the surgery.

Hayden and the Hot Dog...and uncle Tyson.

2010-01-24T12:06:00.000-08:00

This video is only three minutes, but well worth the time....at least I think it is!

An update

2009-12-07T23:33:00.000-08:00

...well i'm definitely getting a good work out...(side note: After this picture was taken Hayden puked on the floor)

Matt is training for his upcoming Iron Man. Here he is preparing one of his cleansing "meals." Yes mom, i could hardly believe it myself- he really did drink that green thing

I did not even think of checking the sizes of the costumes before it was too late...i love hand me downs

This is like the definition of Hayden. You will never find him with out his little posse of animals...meal time for all!!

I am sooo lucky... I put Jake in his chair to eat and sat down to read for a few minutes. Next thing i know i woke up to Jake thinking he was the coolest kid on the block!...yes he is our little climber and yes i buckle him down now

Mug Shot!

2009-11-15T07:52:00.000-08:00

Hayden really wanted his picture taken during Jakes little photo shoot. We love our little boys, Jamie and I are very lucky.

1 year old pictures of Jake!

2009-11-15T07:22:00.000-08:00

...here are a few more.

2009-11-15T07:03:00.001-08:00

Funny Story..

2009-11-02T19:38:00.000-08:00

(this is Matt writing)....Jamie and I were playing catch with a Tennis ball in the living room. I threw one that might of bounced off the wall and hit Jamie in the back. Jamie pretended like she was hurt...Hayden, being the kind thoughtful boy that he is, ran over to his mom to ask what was wrong. She said that daddy threw the ball at me. Hayden ran over and fell on my head (I was laying on the ground) he got me in a headlock and and said...daddy time out alright. It made Jamie and I laugh. A really neat part of the story for me is....our little boy Hayden never sticks up for himself. If another child takes a toy, he just lets them have the toy or cries. I can remember specific instances where he has stood up for everyone of his family members (Jamie, Jake and myself). He is one of the most caring little boys that you can imagine.

Pillow Fight!!!!

2009-10-18T09:37:00.000-07:00

Jake burries Hayden

One of the new things our boys absolutely love doing is playing in the pile of big pillows that we have. It is fun watching them become buddies. Doesn't Jake look good in his little muscle shirt?

Kids and dogs

2009-10-17T01:41:00.000-07:00

Hayden throwing for the first time
The boys love to play fetch
Dog Kisses

Jake trying to be soft and koda being patient
Giddy up

Koda is good a giving hugs
All of my babies taking a Sunday nap.
A snow Beard
Tank is putting up with Koda.
wrapped up tight, ready for a walk in the snow.
Hayden doesn't always win all of the wrestling matches

Raising a puppy and Son are strangely similar
Timmy and Hayden did this all by themselves.
Koda showing his pointing instinct at a young age
Hayden getting his ear pierced
Buddies since the begining.

Happy 2nd Birthday!!!!

2009-09-05T09:12:00.000-07:00

He was a little nervous about the hot fire but in the end showed them whose boss...

Hayden kept sneaking cupcakes... i think he ended up with 3

Jakey just happy to be apart of the party

...of course elephant cupcakes...

Definitely BOYS! Look at them drooling over the trains

2009-09-05T08:41:00.000-07:00

Matt went in for surgery about two weeks ago. He thought he had just sprained his ankle playing basketball almost a year and 1/2 ago but it just never got better. So he finally went in and had it x-rayed and found that his ankle was actually broken. ( if you want specifics you can ask him) He decided to do surgery and now has a boot + crutches. He seems to be doing great but by the end of the day his foot is really swollen. The pic above is him right after surgery keeping his foot elevated.

This is Jake trying to be like his daddy... Man is this boy flexable

Hayden has always been really good about expressing his different emotions: This is his nervous/scared face when ever he watches the beginning of Tarzan

Look at this boy go! Jake is on the fast track to walking...Today he let go of the walker and was standing by himself for at least 30 seconds. The boy is barely 9 months! My favorite thing about this picture are the rolls hanging over Jake's ankle

Hayden LOVES elephants!...

2009-08-25T15:26:00.000-07:00

...actually that is an understatement. Hayden just cant get enough of them!

As you can see here he ReaLLy doesn't want to leave his Baby elephant

Does any one know what this sign means? It is one of the few signs we taught him. It means more... and Hayden really wanted "MORE Elephant!"

Hogle Zoo

2009-08-25T14:36:00.000-07:00

We were lucky enough to meet up with Grandma Ann for the day

My sweet little Jakey

Hayden has a night time ritual of kissing his animals goodnight and thought he would do the same at the zoo

Its so fun to watch Hayden and Jackson turn into such good little pals

Paul Family Reunion

2009-08-25T13:57:00.000-07:00

5 Little grandbabies...All BOYS!

This year the reunion was held at the Homestead resort in Midway. It will be the last BIG reunion (over 100 family members) since Great Grandma passed away in July; she was almost 98!

The proud Papa and his little gang

Boating with Leann and Jackson

Yes, this is Hayden eating a handful of sand!

Does this look familiar?

2009-08-25T13:23:00.000-07:00

How do they learn these things so young? This is his first time ever having Trail mix...

When I went back to check on Hayden I found him in a deep sleep on the ground

The Three Brothers: Hayden, Jake and....Koda.

2009-07-30T14:46:00.000-07:00

Baby Jake is turning into a BIG boy

2009-07-30T14:25:00.000-07:00

This is todays new accomplishment... His first go at the stairs was a success!

Jakers has been working on standing up all week. Now he doesn't like to play with anything if he cant use it as support to stand up.

Jake's favorite thing to do is stand up and watch the dogs out the window or the back door.

The Smoker Main Event - Matt vs. Todd

2009-07-02T08:24:00.000-07:00

GYMNASTICS!!!!

2009-07-01T18:12:00.000-07:00

Hayden is doing a summer gymnastics class. He absolutely Loves it! Its a lot of fun and a good work out for the both of us. I highly recommend it

Good BYE Elder Bowden

2009-07-01T13:00:00.000-07:00

can you say DANCE PARTY. We had a big slumber party at the Brasher with all the kids

Hope you guys don't mind that i put these up here) Mom and conner having fun with a wig

The boys and i drove down to Cali to see Tyson before he left for the MTC. Matt joined us for the weekend but since it was his busiest week of the year at work he came back early. We had lots of fun with all of our family and were even lucky enough to see Jessica.

visiting Brady and Katie in Ut

2009-07-01T08:18:00.000-07:00

This does NoT do their view justice...it was so neat to see the capitol lit up at night.

great G&G Bowden were down as well

Rock climbing with Brady was soooo much FUN! (thanks Katie for watching the kids) I was a little more hesitant though being a mother of two. Its just not worth it.

Visiting CALi

2009-05-10T07:22:00.000-07:00

Miss Clara enjoying a yummy california strawberry

Look at this AWESOME tree house Conner and Tyson built all by themselves! I just love it!

We celebrated all the May b-days in the Bowden family (we missed you Katie) Jackson was the life of the party

Nathan is such a sweetheart! He was so good with the babies and they all loved him!

We got to visit grandma Bowden at her cute little library. Hayden really enjoyed it

HAPPY 31st BIRTHDAY MATT!!!!!!!!!!

2009-04-28T08:20:00.000-07:00

Our BABY is growin- 4 month check up

2009-04-27T08:02:00.000-07:00

Jake had his 4 month check up last week. And these are the results:

18.11 lbs=97%

26 in=90%

97%=head circumference

250%=for those chubby cheeks!

Jake is the sweetest little baby! Although he has been sick almost all 4 months of his life (with rsv, colds, an on going ear infection, acid reflux, and recently a stomach flu) he has never stopped smiling. We have been extremely blessed to have little Jakers be such a happy little guy.

YUMMY CUPCAKES

2009-04-27T07:40:00.000-07:00

So I found this book at costco called Hello cupcake. It is awesome! Here are just a couple of ideas they had...and they are seriously soooooo easy!

Top: tv dinner w/ drum sticks, peas & carrots, mashed potatoes and gravy, and don't forget dessert.

Below: spaghetti and meatballs with a little parmesan cheese

FIRST BITES!

2009-04-27T06:42:00.000-07:00

Go baby Jake! weighing in at a little over 18 lbs, jake was definitely ready to add some solids into his diet.

YUM, YUM!

spring babies

2009-04-27T06:13:00.000-07:00

This is Hayden fake laughing, but he really is excited about these baby chicks.

Our good friends, the sharps, invited us over to see what they got.... two really cute and colorful spring chicks. Hayden loooved them but does not quite know the meaning of 'be gentle' just yet. We had to pry this pour baby chick out of his death grip.

OK, WHO HAS A POOPY DIAPER?!

2009-04-02T10:08:00.000-07:00

Nothin like brotherly love

Well, what can i say....

2009-04-02T10:00:00.000-07:00

2009-03-20T06:30:00.000-07:00

SLEEPY BOY: Hayden tries so hard to resist taking his naps....I find him like this quit often

HAPPY BABY: Jake is such a Great baby! Although he has been sick all 3 months of his life, Jakers is always still able to put a smile on.

Brothers

2009-03-17T19:03:00.000-07:00

This is not posed! Hayden insisted that he had his arm around little Jakers.

Matt had to go on a work trip to Texas and brought these outfits back for the boys. What a great Daddy!

California

2009-02-18T13:13:00.000-08:00

Hangin out in Mickey's garage with dad

Hayden's first cotton candy experience...he just could NoT get enough! I don't know how many times i heard Jackson warn " this is your last one Hayden!"

Hayden's all time favorite- The merry-go-round. Its too bad you can't find this ride anywhere else.......

Disneyland and Family

2009-02-18T09:49:00.000-08:00

Although Hayden enjoyed going through Mickey's house, he was not too sure of Mickey himself (as you can tell by the terrified look on his face)

Hayden loved walking around in toon town

Jake was able to sleep the whole time we were running around. Every day that we were here he had a huge (seriously, like a 15 wiper) blow out in his pants. Side note: Matt and I determine how bad a diaper is by the amount of wipes we have to use. On a normal day we use 2-3 wipes....

Woody snuck up on Hayden and took his binky. He didn't seem to mind and even started jabbering to him about the pond behind them.

Jake's blessing

2009-02-11T13:31:00.001-08:00

What a GREAT day! It was so nice to be with our family and we did miss those who couldn't make it. This is the only pic. i have... Does anyone know who took the group picture?

Mowhawk.....Check out the Poll off to the right.

2009-01-24T01:47:00.000-08:00

He loves Gloves...these ones are a little big.

Our little Dance Machine....Rocking out to the Jackson 5

It's a Brasher Bowden Christmas

2009-01-04T10:10:00.001-08:00

Judd

Hayden is obsessed with punching

The boys switched presents

Katie and Brady announced that they are going to have a baby!!!

Jacob Meets the Bowdens.....and Timmy

2009-01-04T09:29:00.000-08:00

He loves Grandma Bowden

and Grandpa Too!

Timmy rocked him to sleep(Timmy is one of Hayden's buddies).

Uncle Tyson

and Uncle Conner

We love our little Jacob....and Hayden too!!!

2008-12-24T12:55:00.000-08:00

This is the gorgeous Woman that made it all possible

Jacob getting in the Holiday spirit (poor guy has blisters from nursing)

Jacob's little old man feet

If I were at the studio, there is no way that this picture would of been taken

The two brothers still learning to get along.

All of these pictures were taken by our very talented cousin.....Allison Brasher.

More BABY fun!!!

2008-12-15T11:29:00.000-08:00

Bringing HOME baby Jakers! Hayden has a new driving buddy...

Visitors

2008-12-14T11:58:00.000-08:00

You Can't tell but this is Jacob's favorite 49er's blanky!

We couldn't of made it without Grandma here.

Nap time with Grandpa

My teachers made this blue camo blanket for Jacob(from left to right: Jacob, Kim and Braiden is holding our Jacob)

Hayden is practicing his pucker.

Brothers Meet for the first time!!!!

2008-12-14T05:54:00.000-08:00

Hayden loved his little brother from the start

He was also very concerned about his Mama

Jacob has shiny eyes.

Lots of little kisses

For your viewing pleasure...JACOB EUGENE BRASHER!!!!!

2008-12-13T17:22:00.000-08:00

This is our awesome nurse Jodi Burke!

Our first picture with Jake....Hayden is Home with Grandma Brasher

a whopping 8 lbs 6oz, 21 inches long and a 14.5 inch head (and he was a week early)

Our first official picture of Jacob. He is all white because of the wax from when he was in mommys belly.

This is the amazing Dr. Lowder...I am not sure what he is holding but it dosen't look too good.

Our little boy was born Tuesday December 9th 2008 at 11:19 am.

Hancock

2008-12-13T10:52:00.000-08:00

For those of you that haven't seen the movie, this is the same Beanie that Will smith wears...it is Hayden's favorite hat to wear.

HALLoWEEN

2008-11-11T12:29:00.000-08:00

Hayden's pumpkin that he picked out- Too bad the dog got a hold of it and was able to eat half of the pumpkin. Although, they are both still enjoying whatever seeds they manage to find.

Hayden was an astronaut...

Please excuse the imperfect pictures. At this trunk or treat our camera got smashed in the back of our car door; so the above and below pictures were taken without any screen or peek whole.

So this year we did not get to enjoy a fun Halloween dinner because we were on our way to Utah for Judd's blessing. However we did make yummy caramel apples drizzled with chocolate or rolled in crushed oreos.

2008-11-11T12:03:00.000-08:00

For some reason Hayden really enjoys sitting in these three places. It's actually pretty nice at times because it keeps him confined and happy for quite a while.

WASHINGTON, DC (Matt's work convention)

2008-10-07T14:59:00.000-07:00

My bother Tyson was able to come with us. He babysat while Matt and I went out to dinner; and i was able to hang out with him while Matt was in his meetings. Without Tyson the trip would not have been as enjoyable.

Leaving the Hotel

THE CAPITAL

the space and air museum

On our "private" tour of the Capital they took us down into the underground tunnels that connect the government buildings. Did you know the Senators have their very own subway down there? We actually got to ride on it. THANKS PETER FOR SETTING THIS UP FOR US! This was one of my favorite things we did.

Hayden FLYING across DC-

2008-10-07T14:35:00.000-07:00

the capital

washington monument

white house

Lincoln memorial

White house, Washington monument, and John Wayne

1st hair CUT-GOOD BYE RED HAIR

2008-09-09T08:39:00.001-07:00

LOOK AT HOW LONG HIS HAIR WAS!!!!

Hayden was surprisingly very good during the procedure.

THE NEW LOOK....

Although it did take some getting used to I really like his buzz. (But i will always miss his red hair!)

My FAVORITE

2008-09-08T18:26:00.000-07:00

Ok, I just had to post this picture. This is another one that our cousin Alison took. I just love it!

Family pictures

2008-09-04T08:27:00.000-07:00

Thanks Alison for taking our pictures! You did an Amazing job!!!!!!!

TEETH:

2008-09-02T20:21:00.000-07:00

Hayden now has SIX teeth! Don't they make him look like a big boy?!

CAUGHT red HANDED...

2008-08-26T08:48:00.000-07:00

....DOING DADDY'S DIRTY WORK!

HAYDEN'S FIRST BIRTHDAY!!!!

2008-08-25T07:53:00.001-07:00

We had a BBQ at Lucky Peak for Hayden's first Birthday. Hayden really seemed to be enjoying every bit of it.

That is a big fountain spraying in the background of the picture. And although Hayden loved the water, it got a little too cold after daddy took him under it. We had a lot of fun and were very glad to have Lee and Leann here to represent both sides of the family.

CAKE TIME!!!

AS YOU CAN SEE HAYDEN WAS VERY PROUD OF HIMSELF...

....and he definitely didn't mind cleaning off (while getting a little thirsty in the process)

BIRTHDAY BOY!

2008-08-25T07:40:00.000-07:00

Hayden enjoying a few of his presents:

By the end of the day the birthday KING was all partied out!

BEACH PARTY!

2008-08-25T07:29:00.000-07:00

BEACH BALL CAKE: This is Hayden's cake. By the time we were ready to sing to him the frosting had melted off.

CUP CAKES: Floating teddy grams & others relaxing on the beach

The newest member of our family:

2008-08-08T17:20:00.000-07:00

This is Koda; our new puppy. Koda is a pudlepointer and before today a great dog. Right now he is being shunned- by me. Doggy dodo, new books, and two curious toddlers--NOT A GOOD MIX!

Welcome JUDD LEE BOWDEN

2008-08-08T17:10:00.000-07:00

The two boys playing in the hospital room

BROTHERS

We miss you BASSETTS!!!

2008-08-08T16:56:00.000-07:00

THANKS FOR HAVING US. WE HAD A WONDERFUL WEEK! WE WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK SOON.

Off to the MaLL...

2008-08-05T22:01:00.000-07:00

G-pa Bowden

Uncle Tyson

Uncle Conner

It was GREAT seeing all the family again. Love YOU all!!!

Brooke's Baptism=FUN w/cousins

2008-08-05T21:49:00.000-07:00

Random SUMMER Goodness

2008-08-04T15:34:00.000-07:00

book crazy

Daddy and Hayden COOKING

Caught peeking into the outside world

Hayden's first masterpiece...

gotta love summer...

The Smoker: Joe Frazier

2008-06-29T20:53:00.000-07:00

Every year the auction up here puts on a big event called 'The Smoker.' They hold about 10 different boxing matches in an arena down town; usually one car dealer against another. A Pro Boxer is also invited to come out and attend the event. This year Joe Frazier came who, by the way, is a very nice guy. The pictures below were taken with him at a lunch in we had. The whole event was a lot of fun this year. So if you're ever out our way in June let us know. You'll especially not want to miss out on next year because MATT IS BOXING!!!

SMOKIN JOE FRAZIER

2008-06-27T20:10:00.000-07:00

A FEW OF HAYDSTER'S NEW "TRICKS"

2008-06-20T11:59:00.000-07:00

POINTING

CLAPPING

WAVING

SQUINTY FACE/CHEESY SMILE

PUCKER-UP

Hayden and his funny faces....

2008-06-20T11:53:00.000-07:00

Hayden LOVES the water!

2008-06-20T11:43:00.000-07:00

Hayden and Timmy trying to float away

...Matt made me do it....

3 WEEKS IN CALIFORNIA

2008-06-18T07:00:00.001-07:00

HAYDEN RIDING SNICKERS. DOESN'T HE LOOK LIKE A NATURAL?

GRANDPA BOWDEN

COUSIN NATHAN AND JACKSON

TYSON GRADUATED FROM LINCOLN HIGH

HAYDEN...THE PLAY BOY BUNNY

Our Little Baby....

2008-06-17T13:10:00.001-07:00

Sorry we have been out of town for quit a while. I am now 13 weeks along and this is the most recent picture of our growing baby. Isn't it AMAZING!!!!

80s Prom Night

2008-05-14T08:18:00.000-07:00

This past weekend Matt and I went out with a group of friends to an Adult Prom. We had a great time with everyone and it was especially fun strutting our stuff 80s style! When it came down to it I wasn't actually old enough to get into the dance, so our night ended after dinner. Its kinda funny how things work out... Matt was too old to come to my prom and I am still too young to go to his.

HAPPY,HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUNTIE ASHLEY!!!!

2008-05-09T08:56:00.000-07:00

WE LOVE YOU AND HOPE YOU HAVE AN AMAZING DAY!

Karate KIDS....

2008-05-03T15:10:00.000-07:00

Need I say more?.......

Matt's Birthday Weekend:

2008-04-30T12:25:00.000-07:00

First came Lee, Leann, and Jackson
Then came Uncle Peter
Last, but not least, Austin and Ashley
As you can see it was a pretty tough weekend! Thanks guys for coming out and making Matt's b-day!

The NEW Doo

2008-04-30T11:51:00.001-07:00

Beginning:Middle:
End:
I absolutely Love it! Doesn't Matt look Amazing.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY!!!!

2008-04-28T10:32:00.000-07:00

We LOVE you! Hope you have an AMAZING day ( you deserve it). Happy 30th!!!!!!

TO: PAPA BOWDEN & COUSIN BRANDON

2008-04-24T13:19:00.000-07:00

HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY-- FROM THE BOISE CREW! WE HOPE YOU HAVE A HAPPY ONE SO WE CAN PARTY TOO! HEY!!!!!

LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

Our Very own Davy Crockett....

2008-04-24T06:35:00.000-07:00

Can you guess what the first thing was that Matt said when he saw the hat?

...Did you get me one?!

I HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT.......

2008-04-19T16:28:00.000-07:00

BITTER BOTTLE FACE:

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The EVIL eye:

2008-04-17T05:52:00.000-07:00

This is Hayden's new thing: He will be smiling for a second and the next starring you down with his EVIL eye; then smile some more. (As you can see in the 1st pic.) The other two are of him trying really hard to fake cry.

BEST BUDDIES...

2008-04-16T09:16:00.000-07:00

I have the best Daddy in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD!!! I know he loves me soooo very much and I love him too!

Believe or not, i'm walking on air.....

2008-04-13T21:49:00.000-07:00