Girly Girl

Alana has been so darling lately. She entertains herself by pushing her baby-doll stroller around the house. She pats her baby, hugs, kisses and puts her baby to bed. She is very protective of her and doesn't like it when Rylan tries to take her baby for a walk with out her permission. It is really cute! I can't believe how girly she is already. She loves to wear her bows and shoes. (Can't say I blame her on the shoe thing), carry her purse and even talk on the phone. She will say "heyo". Darling! She is into playing house already and loves the playhouse outside. It amazes me how young kids develop their imagination. It is so fun to have a girl and I am thankful that I have a daughter. I want to be her best friend. Alana you are such a good mommy!!! I love you!!!!

Mayzie Bird

I felt like a Mayzie Bird today...so the popular Dr. Seuss story goes...

"I'm tired and I'm bored
And I've kinks in my leg
from sitting, just sitting here day after day.
It's work! How I hate it!
I'd much rather play!
I'd take a vacation, fly off for a rest
If I could find someone to stay on my nest!
If I could find someone, I'd fly away-free..."

I had a day away from the house and the kids. I got a massage, ate lunch out, and did some shopping. I can't believe how much extra time I have when I am not loading and unloading kids and their gear. I felt totally free and a little younger. Don't worry it gets better...when I got home Tony had been working hard getting things done around the house and the kids were happy AND happy to see me. Then we piled into the van and went to Tony's parents house. The kids got to play with their cousins in the back yard which is one of their favorite things to do. All of the adults helped out in the yard, and then we ate dinner together. Tony then got a little guy time and went to the movies, while I put the kids to bed. What a great way to spend a Saturday.

We're TRAINED!

Tonight we decided that it would be fun to ride the new commuter train-The Frontrunner. The kids loved looking out the trains windows and crossing by the big train yard. It was entertaining to see the delight that such a simple activity was for the kids, and it was relaxing for Tony and I. We all had a nice time. We ended the evening with a family drive around the valley. It's the best when were together as a family no matter what we do!

Party Animals

Today was a great day! The weather was nice (finally) and we got out and had a day at the zoo. We went with our neigbors the Finks. We had a fantastic time being out in the sunshine, getting exercise, and seeing the zoo sites. We saw the elephants first (since they are Rylan's favorite) and then worked are way through all the other animals. Alana was extatic!!! She love animals and wanted to get as close as she could to see the animals. I think that the best thing we saw today was the cheetah. It was walking right by the glass and would come up to it and look at the kids. Alana was saying "Teeta" it was totally cute. It was wonderful to spend the day doing something fun with the kids-we felt like total party animals!

Thrill Ride!!!

I was thinking the other day that it had been 3 years since Tony's brain surgery. It got me thinking about how my life thus far has been a rollercoaster ride. We have had so many ups and downs since we have been together even up to recently. I still can't believe that my mom is gone, but I do have to say I have a great life no matter how "thrilling" it may get at times. Just the other day, as I was clipping a few coupons, Rylan said to me..."Mommy are you cutting out Puke-ons" it was pretty funny. So like I said on my last post the good time do out weigh the challenging times. Hope you are enjoying your ride as much as I am mine!!

Mommy and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day!

Have you ever had one of those day where everything just seems to go wrong? Or you just start off wrong and then your mood is sour for the rest of the day??? Ya, well I had one of those days yesterday. I had so many things to do, and Rylan and I were not seeing eye to eye. He was throwing tantrums and then Alana would start to cry. I think I said "No" a million times. I guess I just got stressed, overwhelmed, or just tired. I feel like I have not been able to acomplish anything this week. I shouln't complain, because I do realize how blessed I am! I miss my mom....she always knew what to say, she had the perfect advice or she would just listen. Sometimes she would just take over the kids and let me have an hour or two away and I would come back feeling like I could be a better mom. I am so thankful for the good days that I have with my kids. The good/cute moments outweigh the hard ones. Today was much better, so sorry for a post that is less than inspiring, but I'm keeping it real! You know what they say..."If mamma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy. Here's to a great day with the kids. By the way you should read the book Alexander and the terrible, horrible, no good very bad day. It is a cute childrens story.

Yum-a-roni

Macaroni and Cheese or as my little Alana would say "Roni Cheese". She loves it. When I am trying to figure out what to fix for lunch, almost with out fail Macaroni and Cheese it at the top of both of my kids list. Here is a picture of a normal days lunch. Yum!

Li'l Slugger

Rylan had his first T-Ball game last night. When we got there his coach gave him his hat and shirt. Rylan got the number one. I thought that was great, because he is my number one.The shirt is totally big on him and went down to his knees. He looked so darling in it. He had a blast running around. Tony got to come to his first game and that pleased Rylan. He tried to help Ry get the ball and run. It was really funny because when all the boys tried to get the ball they doggie piled eachother (it looked like football and not t-ball) it was pretty funny. Then when it was their turn to hit, they would hit the ball and then run and try and get it (since that is what they were doing before) too cute! The boys all had fun and looked so charming out on the field. Way to go Rylan!!! You're my little slugger.

Garbage Day...Hooray!

Oh yes, Today is garbage day. My kids get so excited to see the garbage truck. Today Alana heard the truck and woke up and was saying "Truck, truck, truck" until I got her up, so we could look outside at it. We had to wake Rylan up so that he could partake on the truck watching ritual that happens every Monday morning. He was thrilled that he was woken up to such a marvelous thing. They are so cute. In a way I a glad that the garbage man comes too (can you imagine how much trash you would have if he didn't???) so...Garbage Day Hooray!!!

Pearly Whites

Rylan will do almost anything to get out of going to bed. Tonight he said "We forgot to brush my teeth" the conversation continues from there....
Me: "It's ok Rylan just go to bed and we'll brush them in the morning" (Not what I would usually say but I was tired)
Rylan: "But mom, they're really dirty! Can I please brush them???!!!"
Me: "Ok, Ry come on and we will brush them."


He excitedly jumps out of bed and brushes his teeth. At that point I had to get the camera because it was too cute. I am so glad that he (and Alana too) love to brush their teeth. (Even if it is late and I am tired)! Way to go Rylan that's why you and Alana didn't have any cavities this month when you went to your very first dental apointments.

Other things that happened today...My dad spoke in church. Seeking after the truth and learning it through the Holy Ghost and Music. It was really good. My dad is a great public speaker and his talk was funny. I had several people comment and one of our friends said that he almost snorted in church because it was so funny. After church I got a nap which is rare (but much enjoyed) then we had a yummy steak dinner with oven roasted potatoes, corn on the cob, fresh cut green beans. For dessert we had Sopapilla Cheesecake. My brother Creighton came over and we all hung out. It was a nice evening.