Raspberry Patch

I had no idea picking raspberries could be so fun. Part of the fun was the drive out there. It was absolutely beautiful!!! The kids had a ball, as you can see, and we made lots of raspberry jam to eat. Yummy! This is just one of the reasons why I love being a stay at home mom. A day like this was worth so much to me.

He's Walking!!!!!!

5 days before he was 16 months, Nathan finally decided it was time to walk. Now, he's all over the place. Hooray for you Nathan. We are so proud!

The Greatest Show on Earth

We took Hannah and Nathan to the Circus last week. Wow! Did they love it!!!! I wish I had been able to catch some of their expressions better. They were hilarious! Hannah was so excited she kept covering her mouth because she was so happy. We had a great time.

To Bed, To Bed

Little Miss Hannah was (I thought) sound asleep when to my surprise, came downstairs to show me her little outfit she put on all by herself. Hmmmm.....how can I get upset when she comes to me like this? Love the hat, ballerina shoes, and pink little purse, don't you?

Little Midget

Nathan just had his 15 month appointment. He is a runt, but healthy so we're okay with it. His length: 32 in. putting him in the 5%, weight: 20lbs. 12oz., also 5%, and head circumfrence: 46 cm, which puts him in the 10%. He's still not walking on his own yet, but he is soooo close. We couldn't love this boy more though. He has the most adorable little personality. He is a miniture Aaron. Infact, I'm beginning to wonder if these kids have any part of their mother because they sure are like their daddy!

It's Finished!

Don't you love that porch?


Front Entrance, living room, going into the kitchen and family room




Master Bathroom with a gorgeous view of Thanksgiving Point Golf Course




Wonderful kitchen!


Family Room off of the kitchen

So, we had our final walk through today on our new house. It was so fun. We still don't know if we will be able to move in to it or not, since we still haven't sold our current house. We should know in a week or so, but I've been saying that for several weeks now. I'll be sure to let you all know if there is a new house back on the market that is a GREAT investment!

Thanksgiving Point

So we live close by this wonderful place called Thanksgiving Point. It has beautiful gardens, wonderful shops, a fun petting zoo, concerts, best golfing in Utah, etc. They have this fun garden for kids and in the entrance there's this fun Noah's Ark that kids come and play in. As you can see, Nathan dove right in. We had such a good time.










These are the largest man made waterfalls in North America. Pretty cool huh?











We had such a good time and this is how the experience left Nathan. Pooped!

Nathan's official 1st haircut

Before.....





After....







I decided if there was ever a time to see how Nathan would look with no hair, this was the time. I think he looks better with hair, but it was getting so long and I don't know how to cut hair very well, so the buzz was easiest! Still a cutie!

Education Week at BYU

About a month ago my two good friends, Mandy and Julia, called me to say they would be in town the week of Education Week at BYU. We planned a day to attend the classes together and go to dinner afterward. It was SUCH a great experience. First and foremost, I just love these girls. Mandy lives in Idaho and Julia lives in Nevada. I sure wish we all lived closer, but when we do get together, it is such a blast. Our other friend, Lindy, joined us for dinner that night. I'm so grateful for such good friends. Thanks gals, and lets do this again soon! And thank you mom for watching my kiddos so I could enjoy this day.

5 Year Anniversary

In so many ways it seems like we've been married a lot longer than 5 years. Here are 5 things I love about Aaron:

1. He makes me laugh everyday.
2. He's a super dad and husband.
3. He's always encouraging me to try new things.
4. He still always wants to hold my hand.
5. He tries so hard to be better for me.

Happy Anniversary Sweetie. I love you and look forward to adding a 0 to that 5 someday too.

COUSINS!!!!!

This past weekend, my sister Liz came to visit with her family from Idaho. We don't see her much, but when we do it's always a blast. Another sister of mine was staying in a hotel close by and invited all of us to come swimming with the kids. The cousins had so much fun together and we love to get them together. Here are a few shots of the fun they were having in the pool.