Catching Up!

Welcome back to the Koehler blog! We know it's been awhile since you payed a visit, but what can we say - we've been busy, busy, busy!

I (Raquel) have yet to take a break from school, so its been a little hectic around here. This past year, I have read more books and written more paper's then I can count! Although, I am very happy to announce that I am on the Dean's List. Straight A's is not an easy thing to pull when you have three little munchkins running around, but I must say - it is nice to be recognized for something! I also managed to get a little scholarship money for this next school year, it's not a lot, but hey every little bit helps! Besides that, I have been busy taking care of my beautiful little girls.

Zack has also been very busy. Whenever I need something, he is always right there, willing and able. Well, most of the time that is. He has been serving in Young Men's for the past few months, and for those who don't know - it can be a busy calling at times. He absolutely loves it though and he is AMAZING at it! This next week, he will be taking the boys on a 50 mile hike... He is pretty excited about that and he has been preparing for it all summer. I'm sure he will be worn out and soar by the time he gets back home.

We just celebrated our 11th wedding anniversary! I know - It's crazy! As I reflect back on the years we've shared, my heart is overwhelmed. We've shared so much together. High's, low's, laugh's, and tear's. He is not only my best friend, but he is my eternal companion and that is something that I will always be grateful for.

As far as Mackee, Keely, and Izzie go - they are all growing like weeds. Mackee is about to start second grade - she can't wait! Keely will be in preschool with me this year, and Izzie is just getting started with the potty training business. All three of them have been enjoying the HOT summer!

Even though our lives have been busy, they have also been GOOD! We have felt Heavenly Father's presence and love in our lives, especially these past few months, and we are so grateful for all the many blessings that He has given us. We are healthy, happy, and safe! We have more then we could ever hope for, and we know it's all because of Him! We wish you all the best, and we hope all of you are doing well...

We have posted some old /new pics on the blog. We hope you enjoy!

Mackee Turns SEVEN!

Happy Birthday Mackee!

We can't believe it either, but Mackee turned SEVEN this week! This year for her birthday she wanted MONKEY's and lots of them!

We had a pool party in the backyard and boy was it a PARTY! She desperately talked me into getting a monkey pinata! I'm not a big fan, because they are expensive to buy and fill, but it's what she wanted, so she got it!

Keely and her turn at whacking the poor little monkey!

The birthday girl is the one who managed to break it open!

She had a great turn out! I love seeing her with her friends, because now she is getting to the age where they actually have real conversations. It's so cute to watch them play together!

Do you see the CrAzY Indian in the middle of all that?

Yep, sure enough that's Zack! Only he would be willing to jump in the middle of a pool with a bunch of crazy kids. What can I say - he is pretty AMAZING!
It wouldn't be a party without DAD!

Celebrating the 4th of July!

This year for the 4th, we were able to take a trip back home to Idaho Falls! It was nice because we got to see lots of friends and family. The girls loved it, because there was something new for them to do everyday!

Grandma Rae flooded the front yard so all the grandkid's could play in it, and boy did they LOVE IT!

We were able to spend some time with the Koehler side of the family as well. It was fun, because the girls got to get their faces painted, and they got to watch the famous fireworks down on the river! We also took them to the parade, but I manged to forget the camera. You didn't miss anything though, because we about froze to death while we were there.

I bought the girls all new dresses and bows for the occasion, but I never managed to get a pic of all three of them together. This is Mackee and Keely in Nana and Papa's beautiful backyard.

Izzie Turns TWO!

IZZIE has officially hit the terrific TWO's!

We decided to go with a ladybug cake this year, since she's as cute as a BUG!

This year we decided to have just a little family party for her. We figured this would be the last year that we could get away with it, so why not do it why we can.

She honestly didn't even seem to notice, and we made up for it with the gifts!

I can't believe she is TWO already! She is such a cutie, and what a blessing it has been to have her be apart of our family.

Keely Turns FOUR!

Happy Birthday to Keely Jane!

Keely turned FOUR back in April and is already talking about her next birthday! This year she picked Strawberry Shortcake as her theme.

I made her cake of course.... Overall, I was pretty happy with it. It was a lot of work (as always), but it was worth seeing the huge SMILE on her face!

HOLY COW! This girl made out like a bandit :)