Grandam's Birthday

So, Christmas is over. We had a good time with lots going on, but we missed Dad who had to stay in Vegas to work. On Saturday Dec. 27 was my moms birthday. Mom wanted the kids to have fun, so we all went to Knotts Berry Farm. Evan had a blast and loved the rides and the Snoopy on ice show. I even bought him a laser sword. I am a sucker for light up theme park toys. The best part of the whole day was watching my mom and dad take Evan and Anthony on the cars. Evan smiled around ever turn and Anthony looked like he was going to throw up. The pictures are classic, you'll know what I am talking about when you see them. HAPPY BIRTHDAY grandma, we love you!

SNOW!

Yes folks, it does snow in Las Vegas. Today it started snowing on my way to work and snowed all day, however only in the West. On my way to pick up Evan I noticed the snow getting thicker the farther northwest I got. It was so FUN, it felt like Christmas. And only a few days ago it was in the 80's. Once I got to the babysitters they had the most snow. They measured 8 inches in some places of their backyard. Evan was out playing in the snow most of the day and was mad at Paula when she brought him inside. So, I decided to stay another hour and let Evan play outside with his friend Michael. Scott didn't take a hat or gloves over to Paula's, so she let Evan borrow some big ones. It was pretty funny because the hat keep rolling over his eyes, but at least he kept it all on. Today was a good memory and hopefully Evan will get to see snow again soon.

Sweet SANTA

This year our picture with Santa was not so great. I knew Evan would have a rough time so we were never planning on seeing a Santa for a picture, but when we were in Wal-Mart a guy told Scott about free pictures with Santa. I figured a free picture won't hurt and at least he will have the experience. So we traveled to the garden section of Wal-Mart and as you can see they had a sweet Santa set-up. HA HA. We defintley know coca cola was paying for the free picture. I guess that's what you get when it's free.

G&G Smiths 60th Anniversary

A few weeks ago we all fly to Salt Lake for Grandma and Grandpas 60th Anniversary. Amazing huh! G&G invited us all for a dinner at the Lion House. We had a good dinner, saw all the cousins, and got to reminisce over G&G Smiths life. The next day we went to G&Gs for lunch. The kids played on the swing set and we all picked Grandpa's apples to eat. Evan has never eaten a full apple, but he was determined to eat it. He kept dropping it and eating the dirt and the seeds so I threw it in the bushes. Boy, was he mad at me. Mom is no FUN! Well, before we left I thought we should get a picture of us with G&G, considering it is his only pair of great grandparents alive. We had a fun quick trip. Thanks to everyone who made it possible :)

My Fabulous (Early) Christmas Gift

So, I was so excited when I came home last night because my Cricut expressions machine was waiting for me by the door. I couldn't wait to open it and try it out. I had to first make poor Evan sit with me and watch the instructional video. He was not too thrilled. The machine is amazing and I can't wait to start scrapbooking again when I feel better. I even bought 2 cartridges at Micheals last week for 29.99. For those of you that know that is a fabulous deal. Well anyways just wanted to share my great news. (Thanks for the Birthday/Christmas gift Scott.)

Happy Thanksgiving!

So today is Thanksgiving and I thought it was appropriate to tell everyone the things that I am thankful for.

1. First of all I am thankful for my Heavenly Father and our Savior Jesus Christ. Without them nothing on my list would be possible.
2. I am without a doubt so thankful for my family. My husband is my constant rock and reminds me that life should be fun and not so stressful. My son is my happy little independent soul that makes me smile daily. My mom, what can I say, is the greatest most patient and giving person I have ever meet. My dad is a supporter. My siblings are all special and unique in there own way and have taught me many lessons in life. I am indeed grateful for all of my in-laws and their talents and ability to always have a good time.
3. I am thankful to be be living in a free country and to be afforded all the rights that our fore fathers have set forth.
4. I am thankful for my education and the knowledge I have to be a good teacher. I am so glad that I can have a job that I love.

These are the things that impact me everyday and have helped me to be the person that I am. Please don't forget to tell your family and friends what you are thankful for.

An Act of Kindness

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A BABY!

As many of you may have heard, I am pregnant. I went to the Dr. yesterday and officially know that I am only having one, not three like Scott thought. (Thank goodness), he is usually not right, considering he thought Evan was going to be a girl. We saw our baby on the ultrasound and it was actually kicking its legs. So cute! You forget what it's like to be caring a baby, until the nausea kicks in :) Yes I have been really sick and just counting the days till it's over. I got sick really early this time and from everything I hear I think I am having a girl. I really wanted a boy for Evan to play with, because he is such a BOY. The Dr. said it could be a girl from the ultrasound, but no guarantees yet. I will be happy with either, a good healthy baby is much more important. My due date is June 19th, right after I finish school. Good planning on my part huh :). Well, I hope you are all doing fantastic, especially the other expecting mothers.

Julie's Wedding

So, I finally decided to look at and upload my sister's wedding pictures. There are a few worth sharing, especially the ones that capture my sister's personality. I don't love our family pictures because the wind was really blowing and my hair was all over the place. Oh well, it wasn't my day anyway. Hope you enjoy.