The Cable Family

Field Day

2010-05-05T16:38:00.002-06:00

Emma had a great field day today coming in 1st in the 40 meter dash and taking 4th in the 400 meter race. She also took 3rd in the soccer punt. She was pretty excited by her wins (especially since this is the first year they gave our ribbons according to placement). Her team won a few of their tug-of-war battles too. The wind was a bit crazy today but the kids didn't seem to mind too much!

Happy 8th Birthday Emma!

2010-03-31T21:37:00.008-06:00

I was at the park on Tuesday and saw a young mom who had a baby along with about a 2 year old. She was struggling to push a stroller while carrying her baby in a sling and trying to catch up with her little one who had run on ahead of her. I looked around to find my girls happily and independently playing on the playground and wanted to tell this sweet woman that it gets easier. If you would have told me that 8 years ago, I would have thought you completely crazy! It's hard to think back 8 years ago when Emma was born. She was a beautiful baby who birthed politely (yes, it's possible!) but she had lungs that wouldn't quit! Emma had colic, and not just night colic or day colic, I'm talking all day, all night, nobody's sleeping in this house ever colic. I look back and wonder how I made it through, how Luke and I stayed married, why I had more...two more! (One reason we had more was because people told me that you'll only ever have one with colic...they were wrong =)

Now, I look at my sweet Emma and while her lung capacity is still incredible (the girl loves to talk!) I am in awe of the girl she is becoming! She loves to read, to write, to teach. She walks the edge of the fence like it's a high wire, creates elaborate obstacle courses in the back yard, and tries to use her sled like a snowboard. What amazes me most is that she loves me and tells me I am the best mom in the world for her! Pretty crazy to think that 8 years ago, I wasn't sure I was ready for this little girl to be in my life...now, I don't want to miss a moment! I love you Emma and you're the best 8 year old in the world for me!!!

Loving March Snow

2010-03-21T12:07:00.003-06:00

I love March snows because one day it's snowing so hard you can't see and the next, it's sunny and beautiful!

2009-12-26T09:44:00.002-07:00

This Christmas our family grew by one member; we're now the Cable (5)+ :)

The girls have been longing for a pet for quite some time, and a cuddly Guinea pig seemed just the thing. So, welcome Hopscotch to our little family, we're glad you're here!

Megan girl

2009-08-13T12:48:00.002-06:00

This one I love! This one was taken a week ago at Water World...our last hurrah of the summer! Water World has become a new favorite of the girls.

First Day of School - 2nd Grade

2009-08-13T12:36:00.006-06:00

It's hard to believe that summer is over but Em was pretty excited to get back into the swing of things.

Megan's Cute Hair

2009-05-19T15:00:00.003-06:00

Before...

After...

Megan had the courage to make a big change with her hair and it's really adorable!!! She deserved her own post for this one...

Haircuts

2009-05-19T14:56:00.005-06:00

Grandma T visited and gave the girls adorable new styles to match their personalities! Tessa and Emma mostly got trims, but the photo of Em shows how thick her hair is!

Coloring Easter Eggs

2009-04-18T20:48:00.002-06:00

Emma's 7th Birthday!

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Colorado Weather

2009-03-10T12:49:00.003-06:00

This is why our family loves March in Colorado....on Sunday, it was warm enough to run through the sprinkler and on Tuesday, it was just right for building a snowman (granted, it's a tiny snowman, but Megan is proud of his carrot nose =)

A Day for Play

2009-03-10T12:46:00.004-06:00

Last week our family was fighting some colds, so we took a day and went to Boulder to play in the sun and get our Vitamin D fix!

2009-02-15T18:10:00.002-07:00

We dressed up and headed to Olive Garden for some Valentine's Day family together time. It was a fun trip and thanks to some gift cards...we ate and drank up the place!

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Sisterly love...ahhh...

2009-02-15T18:07:00.001-07:00

She's angelic in her sleep....and so feisty in her waking hours!

Not one but two teeth missing now

2009-01-18T19:36:00.003-07:00

Em was super excited to lose her first tooth and she squeaked it in under the wire, still losing it in 2008, late on New Year's Eve. (thanks Sha for that picture) Her 2nd tooth feel out on January 11th and her smile shows her enthusiasm on that one!

Christmas Dresses

2009-01-18T19:34:00.000-07:00

Tessa turns 2

2008-11-03T16:44:00.003-07:00

Amongst the blowing of noses going on around here, Tess still seemed to enjoy her birthday!

Halloween

2008-11-03T16:37:00.003-07:00

We managed to get Tess into the black for underneath her bee costume, but by the time that was over, she'd had enough and we had to settle for her being our little shadow =)

Sickness hit our entire family the Wednesday before Halloween and Tessa's birthday, but we managed to still carve a few pumpkins and Trick-0-Treat.

2008-11-03T16:35:00.000-07:00

The girls got matching dresses for Megan's birthday...

Megan turns 4

2008-10-23T12:56:00.003-06:00

Birthday Swim

2008-10-23T12:52:00.003-06:00

Megan wanted to go swimming for her birthday! They had a great time in the water and then found a good place to rest afterward!

Keystone

2008-10-23T12:51:00.003-06:00

Pumpkin Patch

2008-10-23T12:47:00.002-06:00

Boulder Falls

2008-09-22T12:24:00.005-06:00

We hung out at Boulder Falls on Saturday and then played at our new favorite Boulder Park, Eben G Fine. The top picture cracks me up because Meg stepped right into my shot of the Falls and it almost looks like she's been superimposed into the picture.

2008-09-22T12:21:00.002-06:00

Right after I pulled all the clothes out to fold, Megan thought this would be a cozy, warm place to sit and Tessa wasn't about to be left out!

Same Day

2008-09-19T14:20:00.006-06:00

Yep, these pictures were taken within about 15 minutes of each other. Our pretending went from it snowing outside to it being time to head to the pool. The weather today, a perfectly beautiful fall day...no snow, not too hot....my girls definitely keep my imagination on it's toes!

Snowshoeing in September

2008-09-19T14:20:00.002-06:00

Emma snatched up our snow shoes while Luke was trying to clean out the garage and put them to good use in the back yard.....who needs snow!

Megan starts preschool

2008-09-04T15:13:00.004-06:00

Megan did so well today going for preschool, there didn't seem to be an ounce of fear in her. I was doing pretty well too until Tess and I got in the car after dropping Meg off and Tess says, "Meg? Meg? buddy?" It seemed lonely today without our smiley, happy playmate. Megan's teacher said she was quiet, but Meg sure seemed to have a great time!

mmmm....Boulder

2008-09-04T15:04:00.006-06:00

Luke found this great park in Boulder that, even after spending 4 years there for college, he had never seen before...it's one of our favorite spots now!

Barrel Girl

2008-08-12T12:46:00.002-06:00

For you long time Broncos fans, Tess reminded me of the Barrel Man today, and for the record, she's not wearing anything beneath the barrel!

Tess 'n boots

2008-08-12T12:44:00.001-06:00

Tess has grown quite fond of Megan's cowgirl boots and luckily, Meg is awesome about sharing them with her little sister!

Snack time girls

2008-08-12T12:41:00.003-06:00

With Emma gone, Tessa really searches out Megan and loves to be right by her side, doing whatever Meg is doing.

Emma's first day in 1st Grade

2008-08-07T09:44:00.005-06:00

We dropped Em off for her first day today. She told me as we were walking to school "I'm in a grade now, not in elementary, well, kid school anymore." She got lots of hugs and goodbyes from her sisters before we watched her walk through the doors and I even managed to keep it together until we got home. I thought Kindergarten was a tough drop off, but I'm learning that each year must tug at your heart. Phew!

2008-07-16T12:41:00.002-06:00

The girls really enjoy time with Addie....and her smiles encourage every bit of it!

Happy 1st Birthday Addie Girl

2008-07-16T12:39:00.001-06:00

My brother's little girl turned 1 and we all had some water fun celebrating with her.

2008-07-16T12:35:00.002-06:00

A little slip n' slide fun in the heat. Tess mostly walked down but she was willing to give this slididng thing a try and did pretty well for herself.

2008-07-16T12:32:00.002-06:00

Emma and I took a ride our last day there while Luke took Meg and Tess on a horse around the corral. My horse was named Remington and he and I brought up the rear of the pack that day, mostly because he much preferred eating grass to moving! Emma kept looking back, checking on me and giving helpful advice on how to catch up with the group!

2008-07-16T12:29:00.002-06:00

We hikef (or more accurately strolled) one morning.

2008-07-16T12:19:00.003-06:00

In between riding, we took swim breaks every afternoon. The pool was fun, but the hot tub was much more cozy the preference of Tessa and Megan.

Winter Park Vacation

2008-07-16T12:13:00.002-06:00

Megan was able to ride with Luke for her first trail ride while Emma got to solo it.

The girls really loved riding and wanted to go back for more....

Em's first jump

2008-06-27T11:26:00.001-06:00

One of our neighbors encouraged Emma to go off a jump on her bike and she was nervous at first, but now she's picking up speed!

Cousins

2008-06-27T11:23:00.003-06:00

The girls spending some time with their Cousin Addison. It was a fun afternoon!

Eldorado Canyon State Park

2008-06-27T11:20:00.001-06:00

A little time just climbing and hanging out...

2008-05-22T17:03:00.001-06:00

Nope, this is not an ad for Oreck vacuumes just Tess loving life with her crazy hair after a little ice cream

Kindergartenland presents their Fairytale Ball

2008-05-22T16:58:00.002-06:00

All the kindergarten classes put on a performance and then celebrated survival of kindergarten with a ball. There was food, carriage rides, autograph books, and plenty of photo opportunities! Emma and daddy even got to waltz!

Our Princesses

2008-05-22T16:45:00.004-06:00

2008-05-22T16:42:00.001-06:00

Some days Megan doesn't think she needs a nap but if she lays down for a little quiet time, sleep gets the best of her!

Tug-of-War

2008-05-06T11:51:00.001-06:00

Team Canada rocked this tug-of-war, pulling team Spain over the line. This was a mighty battle and took quite a while! I was surprised at the strength of both teams, it was fun to watch.

Sprint

2008-05-06T11:49:00.000-06:00

Emma running a sprint race.

2008-05-06T11:48:00.001-06:00

Meg and Tess were most excited about the snacks we brought or playing in the rocks!

Long Jump

2008-05-06T11:46:00.001-06:00

This is by far my favorite picture...and the only one for which I was apparently ready!

Field Day

2008-05-06T11:38:00.002-06:00

Emma's first Field Day was today and she had a lot of fun. They got to do a long jump, ball toss, soccer kick, sack race, sprint and tug-of-war. They mixed up the K and 1st grade classes into several different countries, like the Olympics. Emma was team Canada. Here comes team Canada. Emma is in the capris, blue shirt, pony-tails and striped visor

May 1st

2008-05-06T11:36:00.004-06:00

Nothing like eating snow in May to keep the girls on their toes. Megan kept wanting me to assure her it was really spring.

Literally...

2008-04-28T18:40:00.002-06:00

Yesterday, our family was eating a picnic lunch out in the back yard. Luke and I were talking about different things we could plant in the garden and I told him that next year, "I want tulips." Meg looked at me and said, "But, mom, you already have two lips." I love 3 year olds!!!!

Pictures!

2008-04-14T21:26:00.003-06:00

Shanelle took some amazing pictures of girls and we're so excited to have them! It's a rare day around here that we can get all the girls to pose, but they did a great job.

2008-04-14T21:25:00.000-06:00

Modeling a few of her presents...

6 Years Old

2008-04-14T21:20:00.003-06:00

Emma was so excited to be 6. Emma's teacher told us that starting in January, Emma would tell her each week that she was almost 6. On April 2nd, she woke up to breakfast in bed and the happy smile of a 6 year old. (Now, if only she could lose a tooth, than all her wishes would come true!)

2008-03-05T09:31:00.002-07:00

The big girls switched beds this weekend. Emma has always slept on top since Megan was born. Meg was so excited to be the one in the top bed. You can see Meg's little lump in the top for a nap. Emma hardly ever takes naps but we had her rest this day and she fell asleep, cuddled next to her writing paper. Life is so peaceful at nap time!

2008-03-05T09:29:00.001-07:00

Our friend Ella gave Meg this little outfit and Meg loved it, but found the pink, foofy part on the top tickled her =)

2008-02-27T13:08:00.003-07:00

Every day is a princess day around here, even if mom makes them wear shoes and coats. Tess even likes to join in the action.

2008-02-27T13:06:00.001-07:00

I'm pretty sure the girls are watching a movie....sort of just sucks them in =)

2008-02-27T13:04:00.002-07:00

Who needs a real dog when we've got doggy Emma. She, of her own accord will sometimes put on our old costume (that is way too small for her) and let Tess love on her!

2008-02-27T13:02:00.001-07:00

This is Meg and Ella. We've been watching Ella two days a week since the fall and she's pretty much another sister around here!

2008-02-27T13:00:00.002-07:00

Meg and Tess both thought it was great fun to put on their dresses and roam the house in our doll stroller. Guess it's not all bad being the one who still fits in the baby stroller!

2008-02-27T12:57:00.002-07:00

Em was invited to a skating party for Valentine's Day and Meg got to tag along. I've never seen skates so small as the ones Meg is wearing but she did really well. I even strapped on the skates and headed out with the girls, it was a fun night.

2008-01-18T19:31:00.000-07:00

2008-01-18T19:26:00.000-07:00

Forget the bowl and spoon, Tessa has her preferred method of eating!

2008-01-07T15:12:00.000-07:00

Each girl playing on a computer...this one is for you Jer!

2008-01-07T15:10:00.000-07:00

Our beautiful white Christmas and Emma helping broom off the sidewalk (though dad did most of the work shoveling beforehand). Meg is the pink dot playing in the background.

2008-01-07T15:06:00.000-07:00

We shared several 'Christmases' with lots of family and the girls loved each one, but then again, who wouldn't when gifts are involved =)

2008-01-07T15:03:00.000-07:00

The three girls modeling their new Christmas outfits.

Tumble Bug Meg!

2007-12-18T14:27:00.000-07:00

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2007-12-18T14:22:00.000-07:00

The girls have been dressing alike lately and this night was filled with dancing and making daddy be the "work-horse."

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

2007-12-09T20:40:00.000-07:00

2007-12-09T20:35:00.000-07:00

Emma and I trying to stand-up sled a few weeks ago. Luke proved to be quite adept at side sledding while Em and I could only master the front-stand...maybe snow-boarding won't be our thing =) Tessa just enjoyed the show.

Adios Santa

2007-12-09T20:28:00.000-07:00

Emma figured out the truth about Santa this year. She was very close to figuring out the truth last year but we held her off until now. A few weeks ago Emma asked me, "Is Santa real?" I answered with my usual answer of, "What do you think?" She looked at me very seriously and replied, "I think I'm tired of no one answering my question and always asking what I think." I told her I understood her frustration (still trying to skirt the issue) and she told me, "I don't think he's real." After dad got home, the two of them had a talk and daddy explained to Em where the idea of Santa came from and now Emma is very excited to be 'in on the secret.' Whenever someone mentions Santa, she looks at us and whispers, "Remember what we talked about." (wink, wink) The magic was bound to end sooner or later...I think we just hoped it would be later =)

2007-11-20T14:16:00.000-07:00

Megan keeps telling me how long her hair is and has been wanting braids lately.

2007-11-20T14:07:00.000-07:00

Tessa enjoys pushing the baby in the stroller.

2007-11-20T14:05:00.000-07:00

Morning with the girls.

Tricks and Treats

2007-11-01T12:48:00.001-06:00

We headed out for Trick-o-Treating with Emma's friend Kaitlyn and her family last night. We had an angel, Little Kitty Butterfly, pumpkin and Hannah Montana. My favorite part was that Kaitlyn's wig kept falling off after we were out and about so she took it off and her dad wore it the rest of the night, eliciting lots of chuckles and hoots from the treaters. Good Times!

Every Day is Halloween

2007-11-01T12:45:00.000-06:00

Our girls can make costumes out of anything it seems...I think this day they were island princesses with a hint of Cinderella.

Pumpkin Goop

2007-11-01T12:43:00.001-06:00

Both the girls got into cleaning out the pumpkin goop before carving. They also helped draw their design on the pumpkin so daddy knew how to carve it for them.

Our little Pumpkin is 1

2007-10-31T14:36:00.000-06:00

We celebrated Tessa's birthday on Saturday with family so today we could head out with the family for some tricks and treats. Tessa loves to climb, clap, cuddle, eat anything (especially crayons), and keep up with her sisters!

The party goes on...

2007-10-23T14:08:00.000-06:00

Sunday after playing in the snow, we opened presents and ate brownies! It seems that Meg's birthday lasted for 3 days, the same as her age =)

The first Snow of the season

2007-10-23T14:06:00.000-06:00

Megan is 3!

2007-10-23T14:02:00.000-06:00

For Megan's birthday she wanted to go to the pool and eat Chic-Fil-A! We had a great time at the pool but the kiddos all fell asleep on the way home, so we ate our CFA at home.

Pumpkin Patch

2007-10-15T14:27:00.000-06:00

It's a family tradition to visit the local Pumpkin Patch and play in the corn box. It was fun to watch Tessa this year, seeing as this time last year, she hadn't decided to grace us with her presence yet! Luke and I have always been amazed at how much babies change in just one year.

2007-10-15T14:24:00.000-06:00

More fun at the school park.

2007-10-15T14:22:00.000-06:00

Megan having fun at the school park sporting her new warm winter Puffer Jacket!

Z and the girls

2007-10-11T09:28:00.000-06:00

The cousins all got a chance to be together this past weekend for a family wedding. Zion is about 7 1/2 months old next to Meg, Tess, and Em. He was all smiles this weekend!

2007-10-11T09:23:00.000-06:00

Emma's class went on a field Trip to Miller Farms in Platteville, CO. They had a great time and Luke was able to chaperone. They picked huge of vegetables and had lots of fun in the sun. One of her good friends Abby is in the pictures with her.

2007-09-27T11:27:00.000-06:00

Tessa enjoying our tea party/luncheon. Wow, I am not ready to admit my baby is getting so big! She keeps up with her big sisters pretty well for being an almost 11 month old...now if only I could keep up with her =)

2007-09-27T11:22:00.000-06:00

Tess decided she'd give climbing up the slide a try!

2007-09-14T14:31:00.000-06:00

Em's hair looks pretty cool in the water, just like a mermaid!

2007-09-14T14:26:00.000-06:00

Tess had her own ideas of how to eat yogurt, none of which involved the spoon!

Meganisms

2007-09-12T12:55:00.000-06:00

I have been enjoying my Megan time with Emma at school. Meg and I get some time while Tessa naps and then the three of us get fun time in before afternoon naps too. Today, some of our fun included a bath for the littles. During the bath, Megan started to rub her eyes and I asked her if she had gotten some water in them. She said, "Nope, just making colors." Then, after the bath, Meg looked at her fingers and said, "My hands look old."

Tessa adds to bath fun because she is truly our water baby and she will literally dive bomb her face into the water from a sitting position and come up sputtering and smiling, water dripping off her face! Ahhh, life is good in the tub!

2007-09-03T16:31:00.000-06:00

Tessa is our on the go baby. I was finally able to snap a shot of her walking last night! She still crawls when it's really necessary but walking is her favorite mode of transportation. She gets a huge smile on her face, so proud of her accomplishment.

2007-09-03T16:28:00.000-06:00

Tessa's favorite part was eating any rock she could find!