Keep Away From...

Jaden and Uncle Bryan had a running game of keep away going when we went to St. George with our family a couple of weeks ago. It was fun to watch. Jessie was a great sport, for some reason she always ended up in the middle. Thanks to Bryan, she was able to make it out a couple of times. Jaden, well as you can guess, he hardly ever was the one in the middle! Good game Jaden!

Some Things Never Change!

Even though Jaden is getting older, some things never change. Like give this boy a stick and he will be entertained for days! At Lake Powell Jaden found a stick. You might think it was a magic stick because it never left his sight. He carried it around, swam in the water with it, took it on boat rides, and even had a special spot for it to sleep since mom wouldn't let him bring it in the tent!

First Day of Middle School

Can you believe that Jaden is going to middle school? We sure can't! He has had to calm mom down by telling her relax, he likes school. And dad, well he thinks it awesome. Jaden has made so many new friends. He is most excited for the dance that is coming up. For him it's all about the social scene! He's starting to get phone calls from the chics and always wants to be out with his friends. Agh! They grow up so fast!

California Coast

Jaden had a great time in California when we went. He loves the beach and is a major boogie boarder. He also enjoyed the Wild Animal Park. (Notice in the picture with the animals his hands do not touch them. That's my boy!) He also got to know his cousin Abbey really well. They were assigned to be buddies at the beach and at all the theme parks we visited. He was pretty excited that she learned how to boogie board so she could board with him. He was also a great buddy to Jaxon. He is always watching out for him, making sure he didn't miss anything!

Boat Driver Jaden!

Jaden got his boating merit badge on the last Scout trip. He is turning in to a fabulous boat driver. Everyone that knows him can totally imagine how cautious he is. He is constantly aware of all the boats and especially the one's with skiers. Even though we all may have been a little "sea sick" after he drove, we decided he did a pretty good job!

#269 Is My Favorite!

Jaden loved the bike racing. He liked it so much he met a new friend. His name is Johnny "Rock" Page. He is #269. Johnny asked Jaden if he liked the race. Jaden responded with I LOVED it! Johnny's advice for Jaden was..."Dream BIG, set goals and anything is possible!" The best part about this fabulous advice is Jaden can never forget it. Johnny wrote it on a poster for him and then signed it. Now the poster hangs above Jaden's bed. Who knows, maybe down the road we may see a Jaden "Rock" Rasch on the track! Dream Big Jaden!

Last Day Of School, Yeah!

Jaden sure did enjoy his last day of elementary school! It was all kinds of fun with games and prizes and pretty much no rules for the 5th grade! He especially enjoyed seeing his teacher, Miss Carpenter. She has been out of school for the last two months having chemotherapy. She was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma Cancer. We were all happy to hear she is doing great and they think the cancer is gone! It was a great day!

I Love Those Almost Summer Nights!

Jaden is so excited for school to get out so he can play every night until late with his friends. Last night was an exception to our "school night" rules. He had his friends over to go on a bike ride and jump on the tramp. They had a blast as you can see!

WINNER, WINNER, WINNER!

Jaden was so surprised and excited to place 2nd in the Pinewood Derby this year. This is Jaden receiving his award!

I Can't Wait to Drive!

Jaden is now counting down the years and months until he is able to drive. He loves to start the car and turn up the radio. When he saw Grandpa Ric's truck he immediately ran to the driving thing in the back. He jumped in and didn't get out until there was lightening and he had to. I think we are in trouble because he has 5 years and 7 months before can legally drive!

Whahoo Jaden Rasch!

As you read on the main page, Jaden's poetry contest has been the highlight of our week. Here are a couple of shots with his friends at the awards ceremony. We are just so proud of this guy!

Jaden's Poem...

MATH

Math is like a Giraffe's neck.
It never ends.
It just stretches to the sky
with endless numbers,
problems,
and shapes.

Easter Weekend Rocked!

Jaden had a great Easter, even though his is 11 years old. He is not quite ready to give up those egg hunts. Oh yeah, and the stuff that the Easter Bunny left was pretty cool. Thank goodness the bunny knows him well enough, Jaden is all set with more air softing ammo and squirt guns. Now, if it would just quit snowing!

Narnia Madness

With the new DVD in hand, Jaden grabbed everyone to watch the much awaited release of "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe." He, of course, read the book and was so excited to see the movie. And as you can tell, a little annoyed with mom and the camera interrupting the previews. It was truly Narnia madness!

Dress-Up Like Yoda I Did!

Yoda Rocks! That might be something that you would hear Jaden say these days. He recently went to a "dress-up" birthday party and he was chosen to be Yoda. It was a Star Wars simulation. He had a quick lesson from Ty on how to speak like Yoda he did! Not to mention the costume that Lisa sewed two hours before the party. (For those of you who know my sewing skills, you should be impressed!) He had a great time. Next time you run into Jaden have him say something for you in Yoda!

Jaden, Jaden He's Our Man...

Being a fifth grader can be tricky. You know like finding time to play WarCraft, practicing the clarinet, "airsofting" with the neighborhood boys, or snowboarding every chance you get. Oh, did we mention homework or break dancing class? Oh my, so many things to do so little time! Jaden is amazing because some how he finds time to do it all!