Lisa & JJ

The pictures speak for themselves.

Olivia Applies "Make-up" to Her Dolls

It was a late Monday night and we had Olivia take a bath and get ready for bed. When Lisa went into her room to get Livi's pajamas she discovered that Olivia applied make-up with crayons to her dolls.

I believe it was one of the most humerous moments we've had as parents trying to "punish" her for doing it all while keeping a straight face. We had to take a picture to remember this moment. Lisa didn't appreciate my comments that they looked like "street-walkers" or "battered children".

Alaska Trip -- July 2006

Lisa, Olivia & JJ went to Alaska a few days earlier than Kelly to help with the new family cabin -- King's Roe. Lisa's cousin's husband Chris was nice enough to come up and help with the sheetrock. We took some time to fish for halibut and salmon. Here are a few pictures from the trip.

JJ's Baby Blessing Pics

We had quite the family gathering for JJ's baby blessing. We enjoyed everybody's company celebrating this special day with us. Thanks to all who came!

Grandma King Visits

Grandma King got to visit for a while and get to know JJ. The first night or two she was here Lisa and Kelly decided to go out on a date. Just minutes before leaving, Olivia dance her way into the corner of the side table. An evening spent in the clinic and many stiches later (she was really brave) was the excitement for the evening. We enjoyed Grandma's help and was glad she came to visit.

Livi & Ammon Play Dressup

This I'm sure would make Tim proud... Go Seawolves!

Strong Grandkids

JJ, Livi, Kacie, Ammon & Gracie

Ammon & Olivia

Though they fight like siblings...they finally share a good moment together.

Bringing JJ Home

It's finally the day we get to bring JJ home. After a week of driving back and forth from the hospital, we get to take him home. Though he will remain on oxygen while at home, it beats hanging out at the hospital any longer. It's also the first time Olivia is able to hold her brother -- something she's been dying to do.

Olivia Meets JJ For the First Time

JJ's nurse was kind enough to take JJ to the window and hook him up on oxygen so Livi could see her little brother. All we could do was promise that he was around. It was a really exciting moment for Olivia. She blew him lots of kisses.

JJ -- Two Days Old

Pretty much the same status-quo as yesterday. He's still on the feeding tube and oxygen. We'd like to get him weaned off of both ASAP. Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

JJ -- 1 Day Old

JJ is doing well. He's on the feeding tube and receives oxygen but is otherwise doing well. He dwarfs all other premie babies in the NICU.

Born: Joseph John "JJ" King

Joseph John "JJ" King was born today, March 15, 2006 in Layton, UT weighing in at 7lbs. 14oz. He was exactly 1 month early which means he will stay in the hospital for a while so his lungs can develop. Kelly made it home from Alaska late last night. Lisa went into labor around 11 p.m. She spent the night taking baths and trying to relax but hte contractions kept going. Several times she woke Kelly up to say it was time...but he didn't believe her. Kelly told her to call the hospital and when they said to come in, he told her to call the doctor (after all, the hospital just wants mroe money..right?). The doctor called back and said to go in. Showing a little mercy, Lisa let Kelly sleep a little longer and then drug him out of bed. As the family left the garage to drive through the 5 inches of fresh snow on the ground, Kelly made a bet that everyone would be back home from the hospital by 7 a.m. Unfortunately, nature was taking its course and labor continued through the day. Breakfast is waiting. Here's some pictures from the day...

Welcome

Our friends Oliver & Kristin talked us into getting this page. Look forward to the posting of more pictures. No more bulky emails!!! Lots of pictures of the kids are to follow.