NUTS

So for the last year everytime something goes wrong or Ev is upset about something happening he says NUTS. WHAT was my first reaction??!! Where did he learn that from? Me and Scott never say Nuts, so I thought it was pretty weird. I didn't know if I should tell him that that word is a naughty word or not. I guess I decided that it was fine because I never told him not to say it and believe me there are plenty of other words I don't want him saying.

I never really figured out where he picked it up from, however I did find someone else who says it. This last weekend when we were in Salt Lake at Grandma and Grandpa Smiths house we were on the computer trying to get to a website. When the computer was acting up Grandpa said NUtS. WHAT I thought again! Grandpa really uses the word nuts or ah nuts. I was then captivated and heard him use it quite a few more times that weekend. I just had to laugh inside. I know Evan never learned it from Grandpa, but it's super funny. What are the chances that they both say the word NUTs when frustrated.

The Penny

I know when u have kids u tend to talk about bodily functions. A few days ago we were in Utah leaving Ann and John Clyde's house to go to Grandma and Grandpa Smiths. While buckling Evan in and saying our goodbyes, Evan yelled that he had swallowed a penny. He was crying and we told him he would have to wait to go poop for it to come out. He was super upset. After four days of checking his poop he finally passed the penny yesterday morning. I was sleeping and awoke to Evan yelling "dad dad the penny came out in my poop". Evan was super excited and we were relieved!

The Birthday Festivities Continue

Hannah's birthday has turned into a week long event. Mom took Hannah to Build a Bear for her birthday gift. I thought she wanted a kitty, however she picked out a multicolored pink bear that was kinda ugly. I tried to talk her out of it and gave her some other choices. A lamb or a Hello Kitty. She went back and forth but finally settled on the lamb. She was afraid to step on the button to fill her up, so Ev helped her out. She was so excited when the lamb was full that she felt safe to pick a heart and put it in the Lamb. She then went with Ev to give her a bath and really liked brushing the wool. It was almost 9o'clock, so I had to pick out an outfit for her quick. I was totally undecided, but grabbed something. Now that the lamb is all dressed with clothes a bracelet and bows, I have to say that it is pretty cute.

On Thursday night we had a combined birthday party for Hannah and Mia. We went to the Orange County Great Park. We had a bunch of family and friends. It was zebra themed and turned out super cute. We made it picnic style, had games and the kids rode the free carousel. It was definitely a far drive for some, but ever one showed up which was great. I love having parties for my kids because I feel like it is a great way to get all of my family and friends together. It's hard to see everyone separate when I only have such a short time in California. And I love for my kids to play with their cousins and friends kids. Here is a BUNCH of pictures to document the week.

Afraid of the fluff machine

picking a heart

Bathing and Brushing

People at the Party: Grayson

Hillary, Max, Jane and Faith

cameron

noe and mia

It's been a long time since we've all been together

This is the first of many pics with a bag of fish. All night she was scavenging for other peoples food.

birthday Girl Mia

I didn't know where Evan was. Found Him! Cliff took all the kids on the carousel.

Miss Mackenna

Miss Abigail with some new friend she found I am sure

Abigail

Playing games that Jenny organized. Super fun!

Waiting in line for the jelly bean race

Carter and Hannah intensely watching

The Birthday Girls

Everyone singing Happy Birthday to them

Grandma Robin feeding Hannah a cupcake

How's the mustache from the black frosting

Finally opening presents once we got home.

Pretty princess loves her stroller

Happy Girl at the end of the Day

silhouette family

a fun widget that I got from some friends sites


My Family from WiddlyTinks.com

Hannah turns TWO

My little baby girl turned two on Sunday. We had to have a little celebration for her on her BIG day with Daddy and our good friends. However when you look at the magnificent cake you would have thought the party was going to be HUGE. Our daddy does not disappoint. It was a work of art that took 10 hours and consumed in 10 minutes.

We couldn't get the kids to wait to open presents or blow out candles. I think Julie and Evan did everything for Hannah. They opened her presents and Evan blew out her candles before we were done singing. Poor Girl. Good thing she didn't mind.

After eating cake and opening gifts the kids played crazy for a bit and then watched Sleeping Beauty. Talk about scary, I haven't seen that movie in ages and it is definitely dark.

On to happier things, her is what I love about my little girl:

- she is feisty
- she is a daredevil
- she wants to do everything herself
- she is a great talker
- she is always trying to copy her brother
- she doesn't really hit people but will turn around and yell STOP IT!
- she loves loves babies (dolls and real babies)
- she loves kittens
- she always picks out a bow to wear, (although i usually change the one she picks out)
- she loves shoes (a girl after my own heart)
- she holds her arms and says the best prayers
- she likes sunglasses, play jewelery, purses and hats
- she loves to take baths and showers
- she loves to brush her teeth
- she is a good sleeper
- she will eat almost anything if u are eating it
- she loves fruit, especially strawberries
- she loves to dance and sing
- she always says hi to people
- when she says hi mommy in her high pitched voice over and over
and my favorite
- her seriousness especially when the camera is on!

Her most AMAZING cake



blowing out the candles after her brother already blew them out:(

dad took off the top just for her



opening her Tinkerbell fairies from jj and nash


putting on the fairy wings


relaxing after a long night:)

easter family photo shoot

At Easter we tried to get all the grand kids to take a photo for my mom. And you know how that goes. Getting 6 kids to cooperate is not in the cards. This is a few of what we did get.