It's about time...

for some SUMMER!

Nobody likes a showoff...

But I would be very selfish if I didn't share this little man with you!

Surprise!

We had a surprise party for Kevin last night. I know it's shocking that I am already posting it, Rita, Curt and Jeff this is for you!!!

Kevin, my dad and brother Matt were out getting mulch from the dump and went to our house to take out our kitchen sink and Zack's ceiling fan, on the way home my dad said he forgot he needed to pick up some membership records from the church so they stopped there and we all happened to be there! We had a great time eating donuts, chocolate milk, playing ball and just enjoying being together with such great friends and family. We are so blessed that many of our closest friends are also related. Anyone who couldn't come, WE MISSED YOU!

Zack

Happy Birthday Big Boy!

Our 2 year old

This is something I wrote back in April so it's really outdated. I guess i'll post it so I can remember some of these things!

So it's been a while, there isn't a whole lot going on here.... ha ha

We moved in with my parents this past weekend. Things here are cozy but it has been fun and there is always someone for Zack to follow around (mainly my little brother Matt) We are so grateful to my parents for helping us out at this time and we really are happy to be here. Even though we miss our friends and old ward terribly!

Zack will be turning 2 in a week and a half. Can't believe this little big boy was so teeny when he came to this earth!

Some things about Zack lately:

*He has picked up a few new phrases, I can't and I didn't. The other night I asked him if we should go get him ready for bed and he told me "I can't", a few days ago I asked him if he wanted macaroni for lunch and he said "no, I didn't"

*He is loving his big boy bed here at Grandma's house. He sleeps in it better than his crib (always been a good sleeper). He knows how to climb into it with a step stool but hasn't dared climb out of it yet. YES!

*Zack can count to 11 and knows his ABC's and all his colors. He is a smart little thing and when he decides he likes something he embraces it to the fullest extent!

*His favorite show to watch right now is Cars, it's the only movie that he will sit through the entire thing.

*As far as toys go anything with a motor and wheels he is fascinated with. His latest obsession is Backhoes, Bulldozers, Trains, and of course cars. They are building a fire station by our church in Herriman and we went quite often to see the backhoes and bulldozers. He didn't like to touch them but he loves looking and talks about how big they are.

*You wouldn't know it but this thick little boy is so picky about food! His diet pretty much consists of Juice, most fruit, chicken nuggets, yogurt and macaroni & cheese.

*A few weeks ago Zack saw his cousin going potty on the toilet and was really interested in it so I decided to try out potty training. He did really well the first day and each time he "went" we put a sticker on the potty, he would also get a jelly bean. A few days later he started telling me "no potty, no stickers, no candy" and now it's "I can't". I know it's a little early still so we will try again in a few months.

*Zack is still very mild mannered but has a lot of energy.

*The other day after church I picked him up and he grabbed a paper that I was holding and said "oh my gosh!". This boy is hilarious!

*He has figured out that everyone is watching him and knows how to put on a good show. Whether it be physical stunts or saying funny things.

Sunshine

What a beautiful day yesterday!
These pictures prove that my baby is no longer a baby. Cookies on his face, shoes untied, playing with his trucks without a care in the world. I wish every day could be like this one!

Just in case you were missing this little man...

Another one I wrote back in March and never posted.... I know I would miss him if I didn't see him everyday!

Zack has been saying the funniest things lately, here are a few:

On Sunday we went to see the backhoe that has been parked by our church. That evening I told Zack we would take his car outside tomorrow and drive it. The first thing he said the next morning before I even got him out of bed was "Car want go outside, car want see backhoe by church". It cracked me up! I couldn't believe that he remembered either of those conversations!

This morning he was in the tub and I was getting ready for the day. I turned my straightner on and it makes a beep when it's hot. He heard the beep and said "What noise?" It caught me off guard so I asked what? He said "noise?" Then I figured out that he meant the straightner. It's really funny to think that we are actually communicating now! He really understands what I am saying and I understand what he is saying!

He likes to call Kevin "Honey". Tonight I was getting him ready for bed and I asked if we should say prayers. We usually both get him ready and put him to bed but tonight it was just me. So he said to me "Honey prayers" so I went and got Kevin and we said prayers. I was just surprised that he recognized that it's always the 3 of us and there was someone missing.

He is also getting really good at telling me no. The other morning I was changing him after he woke up and I said "oh baby has cold legs" and he said to me "no baby cold legs" so I said "are you a big boy" and he said yes. Or he will say "no nap" all of the sudden. This is the child that has begged me for the last 2 years every nap time and every bed time to put him to bed!

I love the snow
Snow is peaceful,
today I feel PEACE!

I also love chubby little boys that are obsessed with snow shovels.
And actually he is a good little shoveler for not even being two!

4 1/2 days til we go
to the happiest place on earth!

For a beautiful story go Here,
But grab some tissues on your way.

Count down to



7 Days!!!!

Zack is going to freak out, we are so excited!


Last night we went down to University Mall and let Zack play on Papa's tree house.


Zack had WAY too much fun.
I wish it was closer so we could go more often.

Happy Valentines Day

This is a scrapbook page that I created with My Digital Studio from Stampin Up.

I hope all your Valentines dreams come TRUE!

My little smarty (without) pants

These are all the letters that Zack has memorized, only a few more to go....

I just wanted to send some LOVE
from us to YOU

Please know that we are mindful of the many thoughts and prayers on our behalf. Always remember that amid stress, and pain and worry that JOY and PEACE can always be found.

Things I am thankful for today:
1. My Father In Heaven and Savior Jesus Christ
2. My wonderful husband whom I love more than ever
3. My beautiful and perfect son
4. My AMAZING family
5. My AMAZING friends
6. The warm sun
7. Good days like yesterday
8. The promise that I know someday this will all be behind us.

So until then, know that we are playing it cool

Going Private

Just to let you know, we are going private, if you want an invite just e-mail or facebook me.
Thanks!

Happy Sunday

Should I wear this........

Or this to church today?