Our day!

Chris had his first t-ball game today. It wasn't the teams first t-ball game, but it was Chris's. If you know t-ball at all, there are no winner or losers, everyone gets to bat, there's no outs and everyone gets to play the feild. Chris got to play first base first.....my chatty little boy was talking to the other teams base coach more then he was watching the ball! But he did good. We've been working with him on his throwing and hitting, but we've now decided he needs to practice knowing when to run and paying attention to the game, not the other players. But one step at a time. Ironically, my sister, Tara's, best friend from Jr. High, Jamie Cox, happens to live across the street from Ben and I's new home. So her little boy, Bryor, who is 4 months younger then Chris, is on his t-ball team(view picture one). Pictures two is Jaycee, Peyton, Chris, Cambry, and Brinley. Chris is standing backwards because he had been riding his bike through 'mud puddles' at Bryor's farm. If any of you know farms, you know they usually aren't 'mud puddles'.

Then it rained and got them all wet as they were walking home. It was a good day. Summer is so fun. And I love having my boy to keep me busy.

Christopher Brett Grunig

My little boy is 6! I can hardly believe it. If you'd like to take a stroll with me down my memory lane....

2009: He turned 6 today. We had a small party for him. His Grannie Annie, Grandpa Dayn, Jaycee, Ben, Peyton, and I were all here to join him on his fun day! He got an Ipod, baseball mit, bat, and ball. He also got a big dump truck that is big enough for him to sit in. Chicken strips and mac-&-cheese is his favorite meal so that's what he got! 2008: Last year at this time, we lived in Heyburn. We had a party at our house...and moved out the next day to move to Utah. There weren't many places to sit, but he had a lot of family there that didn't mind sitting on the floor. He got a 4-wheeler! Ironically, chicken strips were his favorite meal then too, so that's what we had.
2007: Then the year before we were living in an apartment in Twin Falls. We even high-lighted his hair for his birthday! There was hardly room for everyone to squeeze into, but we all made it. He got swim shorts that snap to a life jacket that matches. We all ate sloppy joes because honestly, what's easier to make for alot of people?!

2006: We were living in Pocatello while I went to school. He got spoiled by Ben when he gave him 2 pairs of Jordon shoes and a box of Tootsie pops. We had a bar-b-que in the back yard of our appartment. Jason, Erin and their kids, Jaycee & Grandma Sony and a few friends all came and we had hamburgers and hot dogs. And the orange frosty on his face was from the Shrek cupcakes he wanted instead of cake.

2005: We were living in Pocatello and had come home for the weekend. It wouldn't be his birthday for a couple days, but we wanted to have a party in Bear Lake so that family could be there. We went to the park/pavillian above the baseball feilds. He got a green lawn chair. And all we had was cake.

2004: 1st birthday! He was such a cutie...and a cheeser(as you can tell from the picture). We were at the same pavillian above the baseball feild. And maybe you can't tell, but he got a swimming pool for his birthday. And we had cake...that he got into before anyone else did, and quite enjoyed himself, as I remember.

2003: I had gone into the doctor Tuesday, June 3rd, and was dilated to a 5 so my doctor decided it would be a good idea to start me instead of letting me go on my own because of how far I was dilated and he wasn't sure I'd make it to the hospital if I went into labor on my own. So he gave me a choice, Thursday or Friday. Friday, 6/6 sounded pretty cool so that's what I decided. I went in at 7:00 am. They started me on pit, and at 9;30 am, broke my water. Promptly after that, I asked for an epidural. By 10:30 am, I had my epidural and was snoozing. Around 1:00 pm, the nurse decided I was dilated far enough and called the doctor. When he got there, I was ready to push, after about 15-20 mintues of pushing, Christopher Brett Grunig entered the world, at 1:57 pm. He was 6 lbs 9 oz, 19 inches long, and as you can tell, beautiful.

I will never forget that day! It doesn't even seem possible that it was 6 years ago. He is a great blessing in my life and I will be eternally grateful. He has such an energy about him that is contagious. I don't think there is a person in the world who has met him that doesn't just love him. He is a very optimistic boy and can do anything he puts his mind to. He is so smart, it amazes me. He has a love that is unconditional. I love him and hope he knows that.

Peyton's 2 months!

My little girl is 2 months! I can hardly believe it. she is getting so big and I can't do anything to slow it down. So I'm doing my best to enjoy every bit of her while she's still little. I don't feel like I'm in as big of hurry for her to grow as I was with Chris.We went to the doctor on Monday. She is doing very well. She is 12 lbs 5 oz. Which puts her in the 88th percentile. And she's 23 1/2 inches long. We are of course dealing with the "baby acne" and her lungs are getting stronger, but she's also starting to smile, talk(as much as a 2 months old does), and she just makes life worth living. She eats at 9 pm and sleeps until 7:30 or 8:00 am. Which makes mom a happy camper. She is a happy baby, unless it's evening, but most babies have a fussy time, and that happens to be hers. My grandma Ada used to say that all babies need a fussy time because that is when their lungs get the excercise they need.

And with they doctors appointment comes the vaccinations. She got 7 vaccinations, but with the advanced medicine they have these days, they combined what they could and she only had to have 3 shots They put 2 in her right leg(the strawberry shortcake bandaid), and one in her left leg(the barbie bandaid). She cried during the shots and fussed for a few minutes afterwards, but then she fell asleep. And 12 hours and 2 doses of Tylenol later, she didn't even seem to act like anything happened. What a trooper!

We are truely blessed! She is beautiful and healthy and we couldn't ask for more. She loves her brother and her daddy......and her mom to feed her;)

Peyton Ali, getting big!

My little girl lives such a hard life! She sleeps mostly all day, waking up to eat and have her bum changed. She is getting big though! She loves her bath! Even when she's hungry, she'll sit in the bath for 10- 15 minutes, as long as it's warm enough. She doesn't like getting out though, but it's hard to find a baby that does. She look more like her daddy every day. I can't believe it's been 7 weeks already! We're so glad to have her. She has been such a fun addition to our family. Chris loves her to death. He loves to bounce her in her bouncer. And carry her around to show her the house.

A couple weeks ago, Ben was sitting on a bench in the mall waiting for me to come out of a store and a gal stopped and was talking to him. Told him how cute his little girl was. So as I walk out of the store, he's chatting with this girl. As I approched, she asked for a phone number, Ben gave her mine! When she realized I was there she gave me her business card. She was a talent agent with the company that founded the two kids that were Adam Sandlers niece and nephew in 'Bedtime stories'. She said Peyton would be a great addition to their company and that they'd be calling to set something up with us. I got a call a week or so ago. I haven't called back yet, and don't know if I will, but it is reassuring to know that other people think our little girl is as cute as we think she is!

Wyoming Trip!

Our trip began Saturday May 16th. Ben, Peyton, and I headed up to Bret and Heidi's house in Powell as soon as Ben could get off work. We went up through Yellowstone, which had only been open for a few weeks. There were bison and elk everywhere. More wildlife out and about then I've ever seen through Yellowstone. Ben even saw a bear on the way back home. We went up to Wyoming for Erik's graduation. We had a b-b-q at Heidi's grandma's in Lovell for K.C. and Erik Saturday night. A lot of the Bassett family came and it was so nice to see everyone and catch up. Our immediate Bassett family got together Monday before the graduation and took pictures. Here is Tara, Bart, Bret, Tia, and I(and Zack).
Here's the group of us together. Wyatt, Ben(Tia's), Michelle, Bart, Tia, Peyton, Jacob, Sonja, Tara, Ben, Zack, Britnee, KaDee, Bret, Erik, me, Heidi, and Rusty. Missing are Matt, Jaycee, Cody, and Chris.

Then we got a picture of the daughters. Michelle, me, Tara, Tia, and Heidi.

And then you have our little family(-Chris). Peyton is only 7 weeks, but she already has so much personality! Check out that tounge.

We are so blessed to have a family as wonderful as we have. We are all so supportive of each other. I'm grateful for them all, and for all they do for me. I am glad we are all able to get together and enjoy each others company.

To My Mom's on Mother's DayAs I woke this morning
I thought to myself
Of all I’ve been given
Of all my great wealth

I have a mother
Who’s been my best friend
A mother-in-law

Who’s ear I can bend
I am very grateful
For all they’ve taught me
The example they are
Of the mom I can be

So I’ll stay close to them,
Learn all that I can
For I love you both dearly
Sonja and Ann!


As I raise my own kids, I am indeed grateful for all that I have been taught by these two great lady's. I love my mom dearly and have been learning from her all my life. She is a great example to me and I don't know one person who know's her, that doesn't love her. I've only had Ann for 2 1/2 years, but she has taught me so much. I love her for the man she raised that I love. I'm grateful that they both love the gospel and are example for me in that way as well. Have a great Mother Day!

Blessing Day!

Peyton Ali Roseborough was blessed May 3rd, 2009 in the Sutherland 2nd Ward. She wore the beautiful blessing dress her 'Grannie Annie' gave her. She had many dear loved ones there to bless her, though some weren't able to make it. It was a great day! Ann & Dayn, Ben's parents, came down as well as Kyle, Kim, Kelby, Kenny, Kristie, Jocelynn, Keirstley, Hailie, Derek, and Michelle. Rusty & Sonja also came down, joined by Tara and Jaycee. Bart & Michelle came over from Oak City as well. And Rex & Tami, Josh, Kiley, and Hayden came down from Orem to be here for the beautiful day. The weather was gorgeous.

This was the first time we've been able to get a picture of all of us together since Peyton was born. It was nice to have everyone here with us. It's fun to have everyone here and it's hard to let them go home.


We are so blessed! That we have family to support us and join us in these events. I'm grateful for the gospel in my life. I'd be lost without it. I'm grateful for Ben, Chris and Peyton. The joys they are in my life. I love my family and my extended family and all they do for us. I'm thankful for all my family and friends and for the oppertunity I have to keep in touch with all of you through my blog and your blogs. I count my blessings daily and I'm happy to be the mother of two beautiful children.