Silly Evan

My favorite moment today: Evan laying down on his pillow to watch WoW WoW Wubbzy. He covered himself up and then quickly grabbed his sheep, laid the sheep on the pillow next to him, covered the sheep up and said "There you go sheep" Sometimes he just cracks me up.

Cars

My small moment of joy today was sitting with Evan on the tile floor in the kitchen racing cars back and forth. It was 20 minutes of total boy fun.

Scott's 30th Birthday

Yesterday Scott turned 30. He has alaways said if you only live to be 60 you have lived half your life. So yes it was a big day to be remember, however I hope that's not the case because I plan on living pass 60 and need Scott around. I wouldn't be the person I am today without him. He tries to make my life calm and simple when I make Big things out of little things. He teaches me to be a communicator. I am thankful for his happy attitude and love for life. I am thankful that he has a job that he is so passionate about (even though it makes me not want to cook). I am thankful for the Dad that he is to our kids and the sacrifices he has made to be with them. He loves them so much and they adore him. He is Evan's best friend.

Since everyone was telling me that 30 was a big deal I decided to do something special for Scott. I planned an overnight trip to Solvang. It was suppose to be a surprise, but due to other circumstances I had to spill the beans a little early or else he would be stuck at work and our trip would just be a dream.

We stayed at really nice Restaurant, Inn and Spa. We arrived, put our bags in our room and headed out to see the old Danish Town. We stopped in every Bakery we saw and a few Chocolate/Candy stores. We couldn't pass up buying and tasting a variety of treats. After walking around the entire small village it was time for dinner. We ate at the Hotels Restaurant and had one of the best dinners ever. I had a bacon wrapped Pork Chop with a Chutney sauce that was to die for. We then planned to go to a movie and drove to a town 15 miles away, but once we pulled into the parking lot we decided against it. So we ended up at the redbox to rent a DVD. Gotta love redbox. The next day we ended up eating breakfast at the hotel, finished watching our movie and then headed out. We drove around the beautiful Wine Country and visited a small vineyard. It was quaint, but stunning. It was so gorgeous to see all the flowers in bloom for Spring. After our drive we headed back into Solvang to eat lunch, walk around and snap a few pictures. Our trip ended on a high note with a massage at the Spa.

Once we got home our two darling kids were waiting for us outside. We celebrated Scott's birthday with them by opening gifts, singing happy birthday and eating Ice Cream cake (Scott's Favorite). They were so funny to see and Evan loved everything about a "Birthday Party".

The two day trip was amazing. I think I enjoyed it more than Scott. The relaxation of being away from your kids for a moment was refreshing. Don't get me wrong, I missed them but knew they were in good hands with my mom. She was so gracious to offer to watch them while we went away. I had to take her up on the offer because I don't know when we will get the opportunity again. In a few months life will be back to hussel and bussel and less time to see each other, so I am extremely grateful for the opportunity that Scott and I could spend some time alone. Happy Birthday Scott!


Just 1 of the many Bakeries


Solvang


Mosby Vineyard


Hannah twirling her hands for more ice cream


Dad looking funny


Evan looking funny


Hannah grinning when I said say cheese


Dad with his kids

My Joys

My kids are the light of my life. Even though they sometimes make me crazy and make me want to pull my hair out, they are my JOY! I love them so much and couldn't imagine life without them. I feel like sometimes I am to negative about my kids or one in particular and I don't want to look back and remember that, so I have decided that each day I am going to jot down something that one or both of my kids did that day to make me laugh or smile. Because I know that everyday there is that one little moment that I get a kick out of my kids. I would't trade these small moments for the world.

Today we were riding in the car on our way to Target when I decided to turn up the radio. I never listened to music in the car with the kids but for some reason I turned it on. Suddenly a hip hop song boomed in our car. I was about to change it, but suddnley noticed Evan clapping his hands and tapping his feet. He was getting into it, so instead of turning it I thought I would join in on his fun. I started clapping and dancing with him, which Hannah noticed and she started smiling. When I stoped at a light I turned around only to find Hannah clapping along with us. It was the best moment of the day. We clapped, smiled and danced all the way to Target.

These are the small moments that make me LOVE my children EVERYDAY.

New Things

Hannah has been standing for a few weeks with the help of someone, but 2 weeks ago she pulled her self up. We didn't actually see it but got a picture afterward. She was sitting by the open toy chest and grabbed the edges to pull herself up. I guess she really wanted a toy and wasn't willing to wait for anyone to help her get it. She still is not crawling, but likes to stand. Maybe she will be one of those kids who skip crawling and go right to walking.

Another thing she has learned a few weeks ago is how to clap. She loves clapping, especially to her brother dancing and being goofy. Just a few days ago she has learned how to spit. She thinks it is hilarious to spit while she is eating. Her brother thinks it is pretty funny too and has to egg her on. Now I have two little munchkins that spit and crack up at each other every time we eat. I have to admit it is pretty funny and I can't help but laugh even when I am trying to be serious so they will eat.

One joy of being a mother is hearing her kids laugh.

The Bones Grandkids

When I went to Arizona we thought we should get all the kids together to take a picture for my mom and dad. Easier said than done! After 30 minutes of excessive perspiration we were able to get 1 good picture out of the kids. We didn't even take more than ten pictures and the kids were done. The lady at Target had her hands full, so when she thought she got one decent shot she was done. I don't blame her, I would have done the same. It's a good thing my mom & dad LOVE their picture, because it might be a while before we try it again.

Here is the one my parents have framed

Here are the 2009 Babies

And here are 2 that show various personalities trying to pose

Easter Party

Here are a few pictures that my brother Jeremy took at our Family Easter Party.