Braxton senior Trip Oct 2026

 Braxton’s Senior Trip — Day 1 🚗💚🏈

October 9th 

We finally got the chance to take Braxton on his senior trip! It’s just Tyler, Braxton, and me, and I think I’m just as excited as Tyler and Braxton to spend this time together. ❤️

Braxton is usually hanging out in his room when he isn’t working, spending time with friends, or with his girlfriend, so I’m really looking forward to having a whole week with just him. These are the memories I know we’ll treasure! 🥰

Braxton chose to go to a Green Bay football game in Green Bay, Wisconsin. We considered flying, but with how expensive flights were, we decided to make it a road trip instead!

We woke up at 5 a.m. and hit the road! 🚗 After a long drive, we stopped in Nebraska for the night and discovered the cutest place to explore called Yanney Heritage Park.

We walked up an 80-foot observation tower where we could see miles and miles of cornfields. 🌽 We explored a beautiful garden filled with sculptures, and I think Braxton’s favorite piece was the Tanuki. 😂 Probably because it was such a weird little sculpture!

We also saw a beautiful butterfly that seemed to follow us around the garden. We couldn’t help but feel like Kenzie was there with her best friend, Braxton, on his special trip. 💚🦋 Those little moments make you stop and smile, especially when you wish someone you love could be here to experience it all with you.

The park even had a peaceful labyrinth designed for walking meditation. It was such a beautiful place to slow down, wander, and enjoy the moment.

Day one was a LOT of driving, but we ended it by exploring a little bit of Nebraska, making some memories, and feeling grateful for this time together.

Next stop: Wisconsin and some football! 🏈💚💛

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Braxton 19th birthday

 Today we celebrated 19 years of our sweet Braxton! 💙

He decided to spend most of his birthday with his girlfriend, which of course is part of growing up, but we were blessed to have him home for dinner, football, and cheesecake. ❤️

I truly have no idea where these 19 years have gone. It feels like just yesterday I was holding my baby boy, and now I’m watching him become an amazing young man.

I am beyond grateful to be his mom and so thankful that I get to continue watching him grow, learn, and find his way in this world.

We love you so much, Braxton! Happy 19th birthday! We hope this next year brings you so much happiness, growth, and amazing memories. ❤️🎂🏈

Happy Birthday, buddy! We love you!

Lunch Dates before school starts

 Before school started, I took each of the kids out to lunch for some one-on-one time with Mom. ❤️

I really treasure these little dates with each of them. With everyone growing up, getting older, and having their own schedules and things going on, it’s so nice to slow down and have some time together—just me and them.

Nothing fancy, just lunch, talking, laughing, and getting a little glimpse into what’s going on in their world. 🥰

These are the little moments I know I’ll look back on and miss someday. ❤️

I’m so grateful I get to be their mom. 🥹💕

Back to school 2026/2027

 🎒📚 **Back to School 2026–2027** 📚🎒

Braxton- Freshman college

Myleigh — 9th grade ❤️

Kayla — 8th grade ❤️

Paetyn — 1st grade ❤️

 Braxton has officially started **college**… although apparently he’s too grown up for a back-to-school picture. 😂 Don't worry, I WILL get one! Bwahahaha! 📸😂

I love taking these pictures every year, but if I’m being completely honest, there’s always a little ache behind the smile.

It’s hard to post back-to-school pictures without Kenzie in the mix. She should be here. She should be standing beside her brothers and sisters, rolling her eyes at Mom making everyone take pictures, and starting another school year with us.

Six years later, there are still so many moments where the joy and the missing happen at the exact same time. 💔❤️

So while I may only have pictures of three of my kids today (and one college kid who is going to get his picture whether he likes it or not 😂), in my heart there are **four**.

Kenzie will always be part of our family, part of our milestones, and part of every “back to school” picture—even when she isn't in the frame. 🩵

I’m so incredibly proud of all my kids and the different paths they are taking. I love watching them grow, learn, and become the people they are meant to be.

**Back to school, kids. Make this year a good one. And Kenzie, I know you're still cheering them on. 🩵**

Myleigh's Disney trip Aug 31-sept 4th

 ✨🏰 Disneyland with one of her besties! 🏰✨

Myleigh had the opportunity to go to Disneyland with one of her best friends, Khoda, and she had SO much fun! 🥰

She absolutely loved every minute of it—the rides, the Disney magic, the food, the memories, and most of all getting to experience it all with her bestie. ❤️

I’m so happy she got to have this special trip and make memories that she’ll remember for a long time. 🥹✨

Thank you to everyone who made this trip so special for her! 💕🏰🎠✨