Ice Day!!

So we got this pretty major ice storm this week. The boys thought it was awesome because everything was covered in ice and school was canceled for 3 days. Mom and Dad didn't think it was so awesome because everything was covered in ice and school was cancelled for 3 days!

Amazing how different 2 perspectives can be right? We did what we could to keep everyone having fun and occupied.

We built a huge tent in the middle of the family room. We played, watched movies and even slept in it.

Trip to Utah

We had so much fun in Utah. It is always great to see the whole family. We love you all so much and are already counting down the days until we get together again. One of the best memories we have from this year is teaching the boys how to ski. Kaden had fun, but struggled a little bit down the mountain. He would get so easily frustrated and not want to keep going. Thanks to Grandpa and Daddy for the patience. He ended the day on a high note so that is what counts. Tanner took to it like a natural. He is in love and can't wait to go back. He got to go quite a few days while we were out there and had a blast. Now he is having a hard time deciding if he still wants to be a doctor or switch to professional skiing. We are gently encouraging him towards the former with the argument that doctors can ski too. Thanks Grandpa for sharing one of your hobbies with the boys. They will always have fond memories of you and going skiing together.

Toilet Paper Fun!

Brooklyn you are so cute, but I must say your obsession with toilet paper is a little eyebrow raising. We constantly find it strewn through the bathroom and unrolled all over the floor. Any chance you get in the bathroom you go strait to that little silver holder. Here is what you did the other day.

Oooh.... look what I found! It is fun to play with, but doesn't taste very good.

Maybe I can wear it. Am I pretty mom?

I bet I can stuff it all in here.

What fun!!

October Fun

I can't believe October is over already. We had a great month and thought we would share a few moments with you all. The highlight of the month for Tanner was of course his birthday. He wanted a pizza party so we went all out and did a pizza cake as well.

Here he is with his favorite present. An I-pod charger/radio/clock etc. Now we all get to listen to Tanner's music! Yeah!

Here are the boys having fun at the park. They had to try to make a basket while fighting the resistance of someone pulling them back from the other side. You could see Tanners competitiveness come out just a little bit.

The weekend before Halloween we got to travel to Pittsburgh and visit Ashley and the boys. We had such a great time. We got to go and do a ton of fun things. We went to her ward trunk-r-treat. Brooklyn didn't understand it all but had a great time anyways.

One place we went was the science center. The kids had so much fun. Brooklyn just wanted to go go go. Tim discovered a great way to keep control of her. She loved it too!

First Birthday!

Brooklyn, I can't believe you are already one. It seems such a short time ago we found out you were coming to our family. The past year has been amazing for all of us. We love to watch you learn and grow. You are such a special addition to our family and make our home that much brighter. Every day I thank my Heavenly Father that I get to be your mom. We love you so much and look forward to another wonderful year.

Tanner and Kaden came up with the idea for decorating her cake. They are so into all this little girl stuff for her... it is really cute. I think they were more excited for her birthday than their own. Brooklyn, you are very lucky to have such good big brothers.

You were so cute when you saw your cake. You also thought the birthday song was very funny. We had to sing it twice just to see your reaction again. You couldn't stop laughing so we must have sounded either really good or really bad.

You were unsure about the cake at first and didn't like the feeling of the frosting on your fingers. You got over that pretty quick after a few bites.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

We love you!

GO BANANAS!

We were doing something on the counter the other day and brooklyn reached over to grab herself a little snack. She loves bananas so I thought why not.

Mmmm... this is pretty good!

I think i'll have a little more.

How much do you think I can fit at once?

A lot!

Is there any more in there?

Oh... did you want a bite? Sorry.

Summer of Fun

What a fun summer we have had. I think Brooklyn describes it best with the look on her face here. Pure joy. We were very busy this summer, but have a lot of fun memories to take with us. There were countless trips to the park where as you can see Brooklyn fell in love with the swings. The higher the better... she is such a little daredevil. We also spent a ton of time at the pool soaking up the sun. It is our favorite thing to do on a hot day.

We were able to take a few trips to see family this summer. One place we went was to see Aunt Ashley, Uncle Jordan, Jackson and Tyler in Pittsburg. We got to see the new baby and help out where we could. You are such a cute family and we feel very blessed to live close enough to see eachother often. We love you guys!! We also spent a day downtown where there was this great little water park for the kids to run through. They were drenched..., but grinning.

After PA we went to Nauvoo to spend some time with grandparents and take in a little history. The boys had a wonderful time and will remember this trip for a long time to come. Thanks to G&G Lords for sharing your home and making the trip so special. Here are a few of the fun activities we did.

Go Kaden!

Faster Grandpa!

When Grandma and Grandpa came to visit we had a blast. They are always so much fun and so loved in our house. One day we went to the state fair. It was incredibly hot that day, but the kids

had a great time. I don't know what it is with little kids and stinky animals. They can't go by without making friends... I think they stunk the rest of the day.

First Elephant ride!

Alas, all good things must end sometime and give way to other good things. So we say goodbye to the summer for now and head off to school. Tanner in first, Kaden in Kindergarten and mom gets a little free time. Have a great year boys and we look forward already to making more memories next summer!