NEWTONS

And More Pictures

2009-03-29T22:59:00.000-07:00

The New Family

The Aunties!!!

More Pictures

2009-03-29T22:49:00.001-07:00

So cute. They are taking to being mom and dad great.

It's A Girl

2009-03-29T22:36:00.000-07:00

Baby Brynna is here. Arriving at 12:27. She weighs 6pds 4oz and 21 inchs long. Mom and Baby are great. Everyone did well. More pictures to follow.

All Systems Are Go

2009-03-29T21:14:00.000-07:00

Prepping for the baby.

We are feeling like we have to throw up

All is a go. We are fully dialated. We are all trying to teach Tori how to push. She has breezed through this until now.

Tick Tock Tick Tock

2009-03-29T20:33:00.000-07:00

Marker fight!! Alycia would not stop shaking her foot it was driving Ging nuts.

Alycia was checking her leg shaving. I am doing a little reading. We are passing the time well.

Ginger is trying to make her 12:00a.m. picture deadline.

Phase 10 game. Tori is feeling no pain. The nurse has come in and done another check. We are at about 8 and she can feel her head. It is now 10:40. We are making good progress. The nurse said much is coming out. We are assuming that is a good thing.

9:30 p.m. Update

2009-03-29T19:22:00.000-07:00

This is a little disagreement Ginger and Alycia had. Ginger just found out that her picture and t shirt money where mixed together.

The nice nurse just came in to up the pitocin.

Tori was feeling a little nauseated, Shawn was being very comforting. Yeah Shawn!!!!

Ging found a stethoscope in the drawer. Enough said. I think this picture speaks for itself.

The nurse just came in. She informed Tori she has gas and just did it on her when she moved her. We love this nurse. She could so be part of this family. She is getting ready to check her again. Her contractions are about 2min apart now. One more thing, these drugs are making Tori feel like confessing everything.

What does one do when your waiting for a baby?

2009-03-29T18:38:00.001-07:00

Hang out in the hall during any icky parts.

Alycia keeping an eye on things.

Ginger is doing her billing.

Alycia is watching the ambulance come in. There are a lot of emergencies tonight. I am doing the blogging.

Epidural

2009-03-29T18:26:00.001-07:00

It was our job to make sure Shawn did not hit the ground.

They asked if Ginger wanted to administer the epidural! She said she had a lot of experience.

This is the nice epidural man. Tori was happy to see him. But keep in mind she is really not in that much pain yet. I think the nurse was just worried to let her go to far along without drugs.

Please notice how far away Shawn moved away from the bed. He was not going to be anywhere around. Every time they come in to do any procedure he moves the chair away from the bed. There are scuff marks already forming on the floor. They just came in to put a catheter in. Shawn thought it went in your arm. He was very wrong. They just checked her she is now 4cm along.

It's Going To Be A Long Night

2009-03-29T17:44:00.000-07:00

For the first hurdle of the night it was the IV. Tori did not handle this well. Already a swear word. Tori's nice nurse is a little nervous that if she is freaked about the IV how is she going to handle birth. Also she informed us that many people were happy on the 4th of July. This maternity ward is full. Our scrubs were a big hit with the nursing staff. They were expecting our arrival. All met us at the door. Currently Tori is 3cm dialated and 80% effaced. Her contractions are 3 min apart. Check back in about an hour for further update.

So We Begin

2009-03-29T15:51:00.001-07:00

Okay, Tori's water broke at approximately 4:00p.m. central time. So we have gone into baby mode. Tori has asked that all her sisters's be present. So as Sean drives his wife to the hospital, we are packing the delivery bag. Knowing that we would all be together we knew we had to have matching somethings. So Ginger got to work on figuring that out. So with much consideration we settled on matching scrubs. All have our names on them and what # sister. Very comfy for the long hours we are expecting. So stay tuned for the most up to date info. We are finishing dinner and heading to the hospital.

2009-03-28T19:26:00.000-07:00

We are happy to report that Ashley has made Varsity Cheerleading. It was very nerve racking. Ashley started a new school this year and was very nervous and did not know many people. Hard to go from a school where everyone know everybody to knowing nobody. There where about 45 girls or more that tried out. So we are now Cheering for the Papillion LaVista South Titans!!! We got started right away, she was kidnapped less than 24 hrs after finding out the results. They took all the new girls to breakfast, and had some bonding time. Then it was off to a parents meeting to find out what was involved. Needless to say cheer will be our life.

MADAGASCAR 2 'BIG AND CHUNKY' VIDEO WITH LYRICS

2009-03-08T17:29:00.001-07:00

Embarassing Moment

2009-03-07T17:20:00.000-08:00

Okay today had a very bad moment. Mom and I had to attend a leadership meeting at church. The day has been rainy and thunderstorms. I am sitting in meeting when I think I am hearing sirens go off. I ask the lady next to me "do you hear something?" She thought she had. I tell her I am going to check on it. So mind you I get up from the front row of about 35 people, and go to the outside doors of the church. Sure enough the sirens are going off. I proceed to return to the classroom swing open the door and announce that we need to evacuate to designated tornado shelter. For everyone to line up single file and follow me. No one is moving. Then someone in the room pipes up and says "You are not from around here." Everyone starts to laugh. Apparently the first saturday of the month at 10:00 they check the sirens. I quietly returned to my seat and said nothing the rest of the meeting.

Look Alike

2009-03-07T17:17:00.000-08:00

For all you those that think Ashley and I do not look alike. I think this proves you wrong. No way were we getting out in the snow.

EXIT EXAM

2008-10-17T04:08:00.000-07:00

In the state of Alabama every child has to take the state exit exam to graduate from high school. This is regardless of your grades. Well Ashley was able to start taking the exam in 9th grade because she is in all advanced classes. There are 5 parts. So she took the math portion. She was scared to death. Keep in mind though if you don't pass you have about 5 more chances to retake. But we are happy to report that she passed!!!!!!!!!!!! 1 down 4 more to go. She won't take the other portions until next year.

KissMe, I'm From Dixie

2008-09-19T04:29:00.001-07:00

This guy is so cute. He comes and gets his hair done where I work. He is trying to get a record deal. Ashley is in love with him. Check him out. Too Cute!!!!!!!

The Third Week Of School

2008-09-03T04:46:00.000-07:00

I know everyone posted their first day of school pictures. It just does not seem to be as exciting around here. Maybe it is because I have to go back too. Also the girls are not as thrilled about having their pictures taken either. (As you can tell) But it is all off to a good start. Ashley is officially in High School and Savannah is in Junior High. No more babies. I hope that makes you all feel as old as it makes me feel.

Are You Ready For Some Football

2008-09-03T04:38:00.000-07:00

And our last event of the day was the football game. Once again she did great. She was hot and tired and a little sore. She had three showers and 3 wardrobe changes. Thank you to all those that have helped us to get to this point. It has paid off. Oh yeah and we won.

Pep Rally

2008-09-03T04:29:00.000-07:00

Our second event of the day was the pep rally. Can I tell you that it was hot as heck in there. But Ashley did great. She successfully threw all her back hand springs. First time in front of a crowd. She was totally loving that I seem to show up with a camera all day long. It is good to have connections.

Fundraising

2008-09-03T04:14:00.000-07:00

Ashley and Ms. Jodi.

Mom and Ashley
Ashley, Ms. Traci, and Ms. Kilene. Ashley making her sales pitch.

Ashley and Ms. Emilie.

So are first official day of football. The day begins with selling booster badges and the local elementary schools. Her first was the school I work at. Lucky for Ashley everyone loves her there and she was able to sell all hers.

Next Years Challenge

2008-08-12T04:30:00.000-07:00

I am so jealous of the camping pictures. I think that Jon and Jason should plan a camping trip with his sisters. How much fun do you think that would be. Do you think they are up to the challenge? Come on boys what do you think. Lets start planning. We could make matching t-shirts. Pink with crystals.

Jonas Brothers

2008-07-24T06:53:00.000-07:00

Finally the long awaited day has come. The whole reason to live according to Savannah and Taylor. THE JONAS BROTHERS CONCERT!!!!!!!!!!! Much preperation went into the big day. Aunt Ging made sparkly shirts. They had glitter in their hair and sparkles on the eyes. The car was decorated. And Aunt Tori got a nap. It was everything and more that they wished for. A BIG thank you to Aunt Tori for the tickets and great night.

Table Dancing

2008-07-24T06:49:00.000-07:00

Maddie has developed a love for the song Coming to America by Neil Diamond. We could not control her from dancing on the table and dressing like she was from the 80's.

3 A.M.

2008-07-24T06:46:00.000-07:00

This is what you look like at 3 in the morning. The cat was none to happy to be woken up. She just sat on the table and stare at us.

Iron Man Competition

2008-07-24T06:41:00.000-07:00

Each of those weights weighs 240lbs. The kids thought this was pretty cool. We tried to enter Paul, but they would not take him.

Bowling

2008-07-24T06:34:00.000-07:00

I have to say that my girls have much to learn about bowling. You can tell by their form, and use of the bumpers. Very funny. Warning if you sit behind them, some ball were known to launch backwards.

Pink Monopoly

2008-07-24T06:26:00.000-07:00

Uncle Greg agreed to play monopoly with Taylor and Savannah. Savannah was just upset she had to give away her money. Greg was trying to teach the rules, but all the girls saw is $$$$$!!!

Eye of the Tiger

2008-07-17T06:46:00.001-07:00

We are not sure if this is the original music video. Next family reunion we are so making a music video!!!!!!!!!!

A Little Tribute to Mom and Dad

2008-07-17T06:39:00.001-07:00

Dad rallied the family for a little inspirating Neil Diamond. How sad that all of us know this song.

Only 11 More Days For Mama Mia

2008-07-07T12:03:00.001-07:00

We are so excited that they are making a film for adults that they just break out in song. All the children are totally making fun of us. This will get back at them for the 5oo times we have had to watch High School Musical 1 and 2.

I Like To Move It, Move It - Madagascar

2008-07-07T11:55:00.001-07:00

This is Maddie and Aunt Trish's favorite video. It makes us laugh.

Evolution of Dance

2008-07-06T19:51:00.001-07:00

If you are having a bad day you need to watch this. You can't not laugh at this. My children had to watch this 3 times to prove that this was not their Uncle Greg.

You Tube

2008-07-06T19:35:00.000-07:00

My little brother has taught me a new thing. He has taught me how to put You Tube clips on my blog. This is the coolest thing ever. I just wanted to warn ya that you will probably see a lot of this.

Footloose - Original Music Video

2008-07-06T19:33:00.001-07:00

I had to prove to the girls that the Jonas Brothers did not invent the Skinny Jean. What better way than to make them watch Footloose.

Tim Mcgraw and Def Leopard - Nine Lives

2008-07-06T18:31:00.001-07:00

This makes me very happy.

Let's Get this party Started

2008-07-06T09:28:00.000-07:00

Tori, Trish, and Ginger. We were good at sitting here giving out directions.
Savannah wants to know when the burgers are going to be done. We tried to tell her she doesn't have to sit in a kids chair anymore!
Ginger is taking control. She has her I'm In Charge Look.
Taylor, Savannah, Sierara, and Sam.
All the kids and Grandma and Grandpa.

The Official 4th of July Pictures

2008-07-06T09:19:00.000-07:00

The girls!!
Ashley and Mom. Ashley had three wardrobe changes that day.
Savannah and Mommy!!!
Trish and Ginger
Hard to believe he is my little brother. (Paul)

A Whole New Smile

2008-07-06T09:01:00.000-07:00

The long awaited day has come. Ashley got her braces off. She has worn them for over 2 years. She is happy to be starting high school without them. Before
After

Cute Pictures I Found

2008-06-12T06:30:00.000-07:00

Auntie Trish was babysitting all the children. When I say all that means 9 children.

Ashley likes to watch the children when it is nap time. Her and Emily were both tired.

Being Beautiful

2008-06-12T06:24:00.000-07:00

It is no easy task to look beautiful. Ashley will love that this is on the blog. She turns my bathroom into beauty central every morning. Makes me laugh.

Peer Pressure

2008-06-12T06:12:00.000-07:00

Never let it be said that as you get older peer pressure is a lot easier. Several of my fathers children went to the Bass Pro Shop with him. We were just going to look around. Somehow my dad walked out of there with a new gun.

All of us totally egging dad on.

A Stop at Wendy's

2008-06-12T06:06:00.000-07:00

I had to add these pictures. It is no easy task to take 7 children out to eat. Especially when they have been in the car for at least 8 hours. We were amazed at how much our little Taylor can eat. Maddie was so happy to get out of the car.

Back in the Game

2008-06-11T21:36:00.000-07:00

I know that it has been a while since I have blogged. I have taken most of the day to try and catch up with most of the going on's. Everyone is doing great. We have started summer cheer practice. We are going through the clutter in my house. Ginger even made me have a garage sale. Sorry if things are a little out of order. But I think it will be alright. I miss everyone and hope you are all doing well. Love the Newton Family

Summer Has Begun

2008-06-11T21:26:00.000-07:00

You know summer is not summer until we see Tim. Ginger and her family came down right after school got out. I am so thankful for that. We painted my house. Fixed some little things around the house. We made window treatments for most windows. Greg is proud to say that every lightbulb and light switch plate is fixed. I am so very blessed to have the help. Then to top it off Greg got Ginger and I tickets to see Tim in Birmingham. We sat 5th row. Totally made sitting in 95 degree weather. Thanks again.

Night Time at Disney World

2008-06-11T21:17:00.000-07:00

Totally had to have my light up Mickey Ears. They were so much fun.

I got to hang out with all my babies while the big kids rode rides. So much fun.

A Day at Disney World

2008-06-11T21:04:00.000-07:00

Tower of Terror was Ashley's favorite ride. Notice Uncle Greg getting in the shot.

We waited 2 hours to watch this High School Musical Show. That is all these 2 little girls wanted to do all day. Waiting to ride the Star Wars Ride.

2008-06-11T20:54:00.000-07:00

We were a very large group wherever we went.

I got conned into riding this ride with Zack and Tim. Little did I know that is soaked you as you went around.
Yet again a large group.
I told you someone may have to come and get me down. Timmy kept telling me it was going to be alright Auntie Trish. Glad to report that I made it down.

Universal Studios

2008-06-11T20:44:00.000-07:00

This guy totally freaked out Savannah. He had these weird eye contacts in.
Savannah was chosen to be in a show. She got saved by the Rock.
You are never to old to love Scooby Doo.

Sea World Playground

2008-06-11T20:33:00.000-07:00

My little Timmy convinced his Auntie that she should climb up the 40 ft. rope climb. Let's just say that that is not a good idea when you get to be anywhere past 20. Needless to say my knees where black and blue and I was very out of breath. But I love my Timmy.

Dr. Seus Land

2008-06-11T20:14:00.000-07:00

This was my absolute favorite part of the trip. It was so cool to see all those books come to life. I could have stayed there all day.

Day at Sea World ( Spring Break )

2008-06-11T20:02:00.000-07:00

Ginger thought these whales were real when
you first walk in the park. She could not figure
out why they were not moving.

I love Sea World. It has come a long way since we lived in San Diego. They do whole shows that are totally cool. Gymnasts and everything.

Spring Break Continued

2008-06-11T19:52:00.000-07:00

Surf's up Dude!!!

These new Mini Lunchables are my new
favorite snack. Make me feel skinnier.

They've gone Country!!

2008-06-11T15:11:00.000-07:00

Everybody wanted a ride on the 4 wheeler. I guess we are glad that Doug got the big one.

More of our Spring Break Pictures

2008-06-11T15:05:00.001-07:00

Dinner at the Pirate Theater.

Hoover vs Millbrook

2008-06-11T14:54:00.000-07:00

This would be Hoover's Flag!
This would be Millbrooks Flag!

Ashley had her first football game. We drove up to Hoover, Al. It is amazing what MTV can do for your school. The girls were amazed at the high school. Also if you notice our flag was not quite as big as Hoovers. Ashley did a great job for her first time. Savannah and I got a taste of what to look forward to this fall.

THE START OF OUR DAY AT ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE

2008-03-19T17:58:00.000-07:00

Like either of us have ever been in here.
Ashley was not impressed with Spiderman.
This is a preview of our day one at Islands of Adventure. This is one of my favorite parks. You totally feel like a kid again. I will post more of our adventure there later. Savannah enjoyed being wet all day. You could not have picked more beautiful weather for our trip.

THE VARSITY CHEERLEADER

2008-03-19T17:25:00.000-07:00

We are happy to announce that after a lot of hard work, sore knees, and a lot of tears we have a VARSITY cheerleader. We are very proud of Ashley. It is not very often that a 9th grader gets to be on the varsity squad. However, like anything eles in our family this event was not without a hitch. We were excited to have Aunt Ging come down to watch tryouts. I thought it a good idea to have Timothy {he is 2} come watch with us. Timothy got a little restless after the 3rd or 4th girl trying out. I decided to take him in the hall and let him run. While playing he ran his hand along the hall wall and set off the fire alarm. Needless to say Ashley was mortified, and the alarm continued for almost 45min. The tryouts continued on, and all the girls did a great job. Tim got to see Millbrooks fire men come in their trucks and turn out gear. It is always something!!!!!!!!!!!! We are looking forward to many more cheer events and hope you all will come watch. Also thank you to all our friends that came and supported Ashley.

THE WEDDING

2008-03-03T04:46:00.001-08:00

MORE OF THE SHOWER

2008-03-03T04:14:00.000-08:00

Cheryl, Trish, Ginger

Sue keeps us all looking beautiful.

Ginger and Alycia

Cheryl and Auntie Barb

My mom and her sister Claudia

Ashley is getting quite the education.

Ashley thinking over all she has learned.

Someone had to get up on some furniture.

Barb started it.

Mom and all her girls.

Me and my best Auntie.

THE SHOWER

2008-03-01T14:25:00.000-08:00

Ashley and I.

Here are a few pictures from the shower. All the girls of the family.

FUDPUCKERS

2008-02-10T16:14:00.000-08:00

The Girls wanted to eat at this place called Fudpuckers. I think they just thought the name was funny. The alligators were the best thing there.

THE VILLAGE

2008-02-10T15:48:00.000-08:00

You know this family is going to find the candy shop.

Our friend Jodi told us to try this place called the Village. Very cute place to walk around. We had a lot of fun.

BAD CAT

2008-02-02T15:10:00.000-08:00

You know those commercials where the animals go wild while their owners are away. Well this is what happens when we are not home. She had no idea that I had even come through the door for about ten minutes.

HAPPY LOVE MONTH

2008-02-02T14:58:00.000-08:00

I saw these cute shirts at Wal Mart and thought how cute it would be to match. I have turned into total cheeseball mom. Ashley thought I was kidding when I told her she was going to wear it every friday until Valentines Day. I think she changes shirts at school.

Pancake Breakfast

2008-02-02T14:28:00.000-08:00

This is our good friend Sophie.
We were supporting her.

GOOD PANCAKES!!!

GOOD MORNING!!!

We got up early on Saturday morning to support our local girls softball team. Ashley and Mallory were beyond thrilled to be getting up early. We have to say though that the pancakes were yummy.

Destin

2008-01-31T18:01:00.000-08:00

Savannah washing her sea shells.

Savannah could care less that it is thirty
degrees. Take notice that Ashley is in none
of these pictures. She was in the condo watching
tv.

Douglas looks thrilled. Oh yea, did I mention
that he HATES sand.

We got to go visit Douglas this last weekend. When you think of the beach you think sunny and warm. No such luck here. It was freezing and rainy. Savannah still made us go out and collect sea shells. Hoping for better weather in a few weeks when we go back.

Cat Show

2008-01-31T17:32:00.001-08:00

Yes, you heard right. We took Savannah to the Cat Show in Destin. You would never guess how many different cats there are. We took some pictures of our favorites.

ashley cheer

2008-01-31T17:18:00.001-08:00

Shake It Girls!!!!!!!!!!
Finally Posted Some Cheer Pictures!!!!!!!!

Monster Jam Night!!!!!!

2008-01-13T16:44:00.000-08:00

Ashley and I decided to venture out and try something new. We have officially gotten in touch with our redneck side. Very Loud!!!! We went with our friends Jodi, Coach Parker and Wil.

School Christmas Party

2008-01-08T04:35:00.001-08:00

Our last day of school before Christmas break. We are all very happy to have two weeks off.

Biggest Losers

2008-01-08T04:26:00.001-08:00

My friend Brenda and I decided to loose weight together. We are happy to say after 9mos. we have lost 115lbs between the two of us. We have spent lots of money buying new clothes.

Walking For The Cause!!!!!

2007-12-01T12:31:00.000-08:00

The girls and I decided to support the cause. We did our first walk-a-thon for the Arthritis Foundation. Notice we said WALK. Sad thing is we still took last. Took us 20min. exactly, for one mile. This was not due to my illness, it was because Ashley thinks she has pneumonia or something. Fun was had by all. I also won a 25.00 gift certificate to Home Depot. I have never won anything in my life. The event for our area raised 50,000 dollars. Very exciting.

Winter Wonderland!!

2007-11-25T15:33:00.000-08:00

The Christmas Season has finally arrived. We have spent the better part of two days assembling and putting up lights. It may not seem like a lot but we are all tired. But doesn't it look pretty. It is driving our cat Lulu nuts.

Test Post One

2007-11-03T10:50:00.000-07:00

Teaching Tricia