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The Shaffers were established in 2005. Our members include supportive husband, Anthony Dean, commonly known as Tony; and loving wife Brandi Michelle. Adorable daughter Addison Rienn added in 06, and precious little Kaden Mikal joined the clan in March 09. We just moved to Washington, but we will always be Idahoans. We love lifes simple pleasures such as watching our daughter play, seeing our son smile, the great outdoors, good food, the company of family and friends, and football of course!

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Family Play Date

This morning we ate breakfast in the car to get an early start, and drove to a couple of amazing parks in the valley. First stop was this waterfall. 

The main event of the day was Discovery Park, the coolest playground around! 
















~Here is Kaden doing his favorite impression of Winnie the Pooh~
"Hmmmmm"
"Think, think, think......."
"I know!!!" 
:o)

Bye Bye! 

What a fun family day! 

Sunday, August 28, 2011

Dawson turns 11

Our little cousin Dawson had his 11th birthday party yesterday. He is such a good kid and amazing athlete. I love watching him grow up! Someday we will be watching him in the NHL. And if that doesn't happen I know he will be awesome at whatever he does. They had a big barbecue for all Dawson's friends and family. It was a great family get together with delicious food. I was happy to have my Grandma's macaroni salad, and my cousin's macaroni salad on the same plate. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Happiness.

When I noticed Addi was no longer playing with the little girls, I went looking for her. I was surprised to find her playing football with all the boys. 
Dawson was using Addi as his secret weapon. He would point to who he wanted Addi to tackle, then send her on her way.

Addi was taking boys out left and right, as Dawson giggled and watched. 

Kaden found fun things to do everywhere he looked.

After all that fun Kaden takes a seat and gets ready for his cheeseburger. 

My Grandma and I :o)

Addi and her cousin PeyPey

Time to sing! We had brownie sundaes. Yum. 

Saturday, August 27, 2011

Manito Park

This morning we took Daddy to work and went to a beautiful park that is nearby his store. We went to the classic rose garden, the butterfly garden, and the Japanese garden. It was such a beautiful morning, but started getting really hot! We played all morning and then headed home for an air conditioned lunch. 

Kaden in the rose garden

Having a seat in the shade :o)

We hiked on some little trails, which was good since Addi had a hike scheduled for today.

The butterfly gardens

The Japanese garden









What a beautiful park! 

Wanna know how much I love Mac~N~Cheese?
This much!!!

~Potty training Bugga Bugga~
Cue Jeopardy theme song ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Finally done!
Seriously guys! Who forgot to replace the t.p.? Who's training who here?