Eden's Birthday Part 1

Since we didn"t have school on Eden's birthday, I wanted to go do somewhere fun. We saw a feature on the Midway Ice Castles a month or so ago, and I thought the girls would love that.  They didn't know where we were going until we got there, but it was worth it.  They were amazed. And to be honest, so was I.

I took a lot more pictures than I thought I would because I just couldn't get enough.

There were even ice tunnels to walk through.

The only problem was that you aren't supposed to touch anything.  And for the boys, that was just asking a little too much. 

We all had a great time.  But next time, we may leave the boys at home!

While I was taking a shower. . .

Merry Christmas! (or valentine's day. whatever)

Yes. I know.  It's been a while.  This is Christmas.  I bought exactly 2 rolls of wrapping paper. Pro: My tree looks so awesomely coordinated!  

Seth's favorite gift. My least favorite gift. Yes, it was from Daddy.  Who does not approve of the "We do not shoot people." rule.  Whatever.  I'm the mom. 

The boys came downstairs and had to be convinced to open other presents after seeing this. 

Tayleigh got an art kit. She LOVES it. Also, she loves her hat. 

Welcome to the World!

Wanna see the cutest little Frankie boy?  

Here he is!  

Proud (and super exhausted parents) Adam and Emily.  

I had a cute conversation with Seth about Frankie. He doesn't quite get the whole new baby thing.  First he asked what Frankie eats for lunch. 

me: "He just eats Mama's milk."

Seth: "Who's his mama? You?"

Me: "Nope"

S: "Emmy?"

Me: "Yep."

S: "Who's his dad?"

Me: "Adam."

S: "No! (with disbelief)

Me: "yes!"

S: "Oh, Adam!" 

It was pretty funny!

Halloween!

We really had a 3 day Halloween. It started Friday morning with the costume parade at school.  The line was moving so fast that these were the best shots I could get.  

Friday night we had a trunk or treat with our ward. I didn't quite get any pictures of that, mainly because I was in charge. Then Saturday night we headed to Grandma and Grandpa's trunk or treat.  It wasn't quite as fun, because it was pouring rain.  We ran as fast as we could and were done in about 15 minutes.  

We had a pioneer girl, (inspired by the bonnet) a black cat, a monkey (yes, again) and a toucan.  

And then Sunday, we didn't do too much, but we had pumpkin soup, bat and pumpkin sandwiches And then for dessert, what else? Halloween Candy!

Happy Birthday Eric!

Sadly, Eric's birthday fell right in the middle of a very busy week. Luckily, Emily invited us all to dinner at their new house, and we combined the house warming party with a Birthday Party. 

(please excuse the no pants look. Someone had a blowout minutes before this was taken.)

On Eric's actual birthday, we opened the last of his presents: Thomas, Percy, Gordon and James. 

I don't know who was more excited.  Seth or Eric.  

For future reference: if you ever want to get my boys a present, make it a Thomas wooden train.  They are a hot commodity at my house. . .

Zion's National Park

We took a short vacation to St. George over UEA and made a point of spending a day at Zion's.  It was awesome.  

The Bob and Julie family at Weeping Rock. 

Most of the kids were wet by the time we were done there. 

I honestly don't know what she is doing, but I love this picture. 

Grandpa was our best friend that day.  John didn't come with us, so Grandpa helped out with Seth all day.  And I don't know who was more exhausted by the end of it!

This was at the lower emerald pool.  It was beautiful. 

It was at this point that Eden decided that she was ready to go home. . .

Fall Pictures

Fall is my favorite time of year.  So, we of course have to take advantage of it and take some pictures up in the canyon.   

The girls were pretty cooperative, and were at least tolerant of having their pictures taken. 

The boys, not so much. They were much more interested in  throwing rocks in the stream and hiking.  

At least we got a few cute ones!