Saturday, June 26, 2010

Emily Burdick Photography

Emily will be in Massachusetts from July 25-September 10 (the entire first week of August is already fully booked). She is filling up FAST so book her now! She is currently offering a FREE 8x8 professionally printed hardcover book of your edited pictures if you schedule by July 20 (perfect gift for grandparents)! No excuses not to have updated family pictures, children's pictures, senior portraits, etc. Schedule your date today and suggest to all of your local friends and family!!! www.emilyburdickphotography.com

Monday, June 21, 2010

"My really awesome dad"

When Kaleb saw this picture he said "wow, that's my really awesome dad".  I agree!  His dad is really awesome, and a great shot!

Friday, June 18, 2010

Survival Kits

We have been so blessed to get many donations for the 'survival kits' we're putting together for Kyle and his team.  Thank you so much for everyone's generosity and support!  Sergeant Hawes beautiful kids are seen here helping to get the packages ready to ship off!  Here's what we have so far!
Natural insect after bite relief from Teddy Started It
Natural insect repellant spray from D Medicine Woman
Organic Tea Tree Salve and lip balm from Planet Earth Oils
Magnetic Therapy bracelets from Beads N Style
Deodorant from Certain Dri
Chapstick from Soft Lips
Eye Drops from Rohto
Lotion from Anti Monkey Butt
Flashlights from Princeton Tec
Super cute handmade beanies from Mrs. Woo Woo and Karin SF

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Delta

I am shocked and appalled at the way I was treated by Delta yesterday!  Upon arriving at the airport in HNL it was discovered that when booking my tickets for myself, my two year old, and my three year old the agent charged my credit card for Kolby's ticket, but didn't book it.  I asked to speak with a supervisor because the agent said she couldn't do anything unless I wanted to pay for the ticket a second time.  When the supervisor came out she was very rude and told me that she could possibly get me on a flight six hours later. When I insisted that she at least attempt to get us on the flight my older son and I were booked on she said that she had a meeting and that if I wanted to talk about this I could wait until after. I asked how long it would be and she said “an hour”. She did not get anyone else to come help me and said that if I wanted it resolved I would have to wait. So myself, my six month old, my two year old, and my three year old stood at the checkin counter from 4:00pm until the supervisor returned at 5:36 (6 minutes after my flight departed without us). She ended up booking us for the 9:15pm flight with two layovers instead of my original one. She told me that I had to sign a waiver of liability on my stroller and all three of my carseats or she would not check them on (I’ve never had to do that before). She also stated that I had seats on the next flights however not seat assignments.


Upon arriving in LA, they didn't have me or my 3 year old on the flight at all, it took 30 minutes standing at that gate with my three small children for them to figure it out and get us all seats.

Then in Minneapolis I had to wait for 15 minutes to get my stroller, when I received it the lock on it was completely broken and I am now unable to close it.  I told the agent that I was concerned about missing my next flight since it was across the airport, she said she would call and let them know I was on my way. With my munchkins in tow we ran like crazy people from one end of the airport to the other.  When I arrived at the gate I was informed that because I was late my seats had been given to other passengers that were on standby. Only after much argument did she agree that my ticket was priority and that I should be given the seats, at which time she called the other passenger over and told them I had taken their seat. The passenger was then upset and hostile towards me. I was very disappointed with the manner in which it was handled; I was surprised that the agent blamed me when explaining things to the other passenger.

After approximately 23 hours of travel with three little children I finally arrived in Hartford. When I got there my carseats and luggage were no where to be found. Without my carseats I was unable to leave the airport since all three of my children are legally required to ride in them. I was lucky to deal with a very nice agent named that seemed to do all she could to help me, however explained that I would receive no compensation for the items I needed immediately and would be forced to replace (diapers, hygiene items, etc.). However she explained that the luggage hadn’t been scanned and didn’t know where it was or when it could be returned to me. Thankfully when I was walking out a man came walking up with my belongings, stating they had been at another carosel other than the one everyone else on my flight received their luggage on.

I came home to find that they charged my credit card twice for my only bag! 

Really delta?

Friday, June 11, 2010

Free Bishop Museum In Honolulu

Take advantage, it's usually pretty expensive to go to this museum and it's fun for all ages!  Swing over and check out bishop museum

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Free Day; Regal movie, Borders book, and Outback food!

Have a super fun day in town with your little ones!  These companies are located all across the country so check their location near you!  Regal theaters has a free summer movie program with show times on Tuesday and Wednesday morning.  Then just down the street from the movies for me is Borders!  They are hosting the Double Dog Dare reading program, read ten, and Borders will give your child a free book!  After all that fun I bet you're hungry!  Head over to Outback and get a free Aussie-Tizer, yum!  Looking forward to a fun free day with my boys!

Monday, June 7, 2010

My little hippies :)


The boys entered a coloring contest with Outshine and they won these super cute hemp pieces.  Already showing such artistic ability!  'Like' them on facebook and check out their other super cute pieces.

Saturday, June 5, 2010

One of 'those days'

So have you ever wondered what people meant when they said that it had just been one of those days?  Well  read on for a nice little description that will clarify this haunting question.  I must say today was one of 'those days'.  Just seemed like one thing after another.  Kolby got gum in his hair and we ended up having to cut it out, so he has a nice balled spot (just like his daddy 'boston girls').  Decided to spoil myself by taking a nice bath, looked forward to it all day long, bought two books in preparation.  I filled up the tub, went to put Konnor in bed, then got the other two back in bed.  Went to light the candle and they had filled it with toothpaste.  So I then pulled back the shower curtain and there were my books, soaking wet.  I sure do enjoy my boys but sometimes they really can be little trouble makers :)

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Guam



After a long flight, and skipping over an entire day their Guam layover began!  It's 20 hours later there than it is here in Hawaii so the time difference was a weird adjustment.  They stayed there for two days and took full advantage of their short stay at the beautiful Marriott Resort & Spa.  Lounging by the pool, snorkeling in the pristine waters, and eating at the five star restaurant occupied the majority of their time.  Glad they had such a fun opportunity before reaching their final destination.