My Sister-in-law Michelle #610

I have thought and thought of the perfect way to start this. I wanted to make it kinda fun, so here goes...


Once upon a time there was a beautiful princess who met the prince of her dreams. They were to be married in August, just five short months after the prince's older sister (We'll call her Princess M). Was it too soon? No, Princess M even offered to plan the Groom's dinner since the Queen was a little stressed after planning the early wedding. The princess had never met Princess M in the flesh. This was to be their first meeting, just a day before the wedding was to take place. Needless to say, the princess was overwhelmed with love and acceptance. Just 1 short week later, in a land far, far away (let's call it California), another celebration was held. It was the first adventure that the newly married princess had taken to this land. It was big, and very populated. Princess M asked her to go shopping with her because she needed a new crowned purse. This was the first outing the princess had taken alone with any of the royal sisters. They talked and talked and shared lots of stories. It was then that the princess felt comfortable and accepted as one of the family members.


6 months past so quickly and news was to spread of a new arrival soon coming to the prince and princess family. They called Princess M to tell her the news, and oh what news was given in return but to welcome not one but two future princesses to the families. They were to be born 4 days apart and the King and Queen were overcome with excitement of two granddaughters.


These two little girls were treated like royalty. They needed to be strong, brave, smart, and well taken care of if they were to be soon joined by 6 mini prince's over a 5 year period. Both of the little girls welcomed little brothers into their family next.


The Princess and Princess M also lived in the exact same castle but at different times. It seems they have a lot in common when it comes to the practicing of religous callings as Enrichment Leader & YW Secretary.

Summer after summer and Christmas' after Christmas' the two new sisters spent time and time together and laughed and even cried at moments. They found joy in watching the two little angels they love so dearly become the best of friends. And in doing so, will be eternal friends themselves.

I love you Michelle, and I'm so thankful that you are my friend and my sister!

The winner is...

As most of you know, I grew up in a family of 5. I was the youngest, had an older brother almost 3 years older and a sister who was 8 years older than me and she wasn't around much. So, when I met Brian, you can guess how suprised I was when he told me he was the only boy out of 5 children. 4 Sisters! Can you imagine? I thought he was so lucky. I would have given anything to have more sisters. Well, on August 4th 2001 I inherited 4 more sisters! I was so lucky and overjoyed. It seemed appropriate that I was going to be watched closely. They were (and still are) 4 loving and protective sisters wanting to make sure their only brother was going to be taken care of. Needless to say, I love every single one of them. They are all unique and yet so incredibly close to eachother. I only wish I had a sister I could say that about. But, Wait, I do. I have 4 of them!


I'm so excited that the 610th visitor was Michelle! Brian's 3rd oldest sister. I have so much information I'm trying to write down, that it's taking longer than I thought, so you'll all have to be patient! It's coming...

VISITOR #610

Check my visitor's counter to the right and if you are number 610, post a comment on this blog and I will write a post about you and me! Where we met, a funny moment we shared, and more. So keep a look out and check back to see if YOU are the lucky number!

Keep checking back and I may have a contest for other random numbers to come!!!!!

Kids say the darnest things

I heard Brooklyn talking to Gavin this morning...

"Gavin, everytime I see something yucky in your nose, that's not snot, I feel like I'm gonna choke."

I wonder what she saw in his nose?! Forget it, I don't want to know.

Ode to 11:44

Our daily venture to pick up Brooklyn, Gavin's favorite time of the day
- 11:35 - Get our shoes and jacket on
- 11:40 - Leave the house on our walk to the bus stop
- 11:42 - Arrive at bus stop
- 11:43 - Wait, and wait, and wait some more
- 11:44 - Bus is in sight
- 11:45 - Yelling: "Hi Bwookwin!"







Well, I finally took my camera down to the bus stop today and got permission to take a picture of Brooklyn's bus driver; Chuck.
He is the nicest, kindest man. He gave Gavin the school bus that he's holding in this picture for going on the big boy potty. We are really gonna be sad when the school year is over. He's always happy when we see him.

Happy St. Patty's Day!

St. Patricks Day 2009! I've got a little Irish in me, and we celebrate this day like any other holiday! Brooklyn still wonders why she has to go to school on a holiday, and why Daddy still has to go to work. The only explanation I had was, "Well, you go to school on Halloween." There were no more questions after that.

Wouldn't you know, Lucky made an appearance this morning. He left us a little surprise in the potty. It was only green food coloring, making the water green, but Brooklyn tends to think this little man has more mischief up his sleeve to shock us with today. So, if anyone has some ideas, I need some quick!

Just to let you know, Gavin's shirt says: "I got your pot of gold right here"

I love my black Place mats that my friend Sara gave me. I use Chalk Markers to decorate it for special events. I had in my mind how I was going to decorate them this morning for breakfast, but when I took my markers out, the green was dried up, so it didn't work so well.

*SIDE NOTE: The picture on the wall next to Brooklyn's picture is a "Self Portrait that Brooklyn made at school. Check it out.

Pay it forward!

The first five people to leave a comment on this blog will receive something made by me. However there are some limitations.

1. I make no guarantee that you will like what I make.
2. What I create will be just for you.
3. It will be done this year.
4. You have no clue what it is going to be, poetry, clothes, paper goods, or a little invention of my own. I may bake something and mail it you .
5. I reserve the right to do something extremely strange.

Here's the catch, if you choose to do this. You must post this on your blog and be ready to make something for five people too. This will be fun! When you receive the fabulous item I make you, you must post a picture of it on your blog.

Are YOU in?????

Just wanna pinch 'em!

How can you look at these and not want to pinch em? I'm sure he'll shoot me when he grows up, but they will never do wonders as the real thing.

A butt only the mother can love...






He's doing fantastic potty training. I know the reputation that boys have with Potty training is so true. I'm glad I didn't drive myself crazy and him trying to start this process too early. This was a great age for him. I know most boys wait til their 3 to start going. Brooklyn was 2, and got it right away. We never had any accidents with her (I know this was truly luck), and so far, Gavin has had only 1.

We got him new Underwear today. When we got back he wanted to call Daddy and tell him. This is what he said: "Daddy, I got new panties, I mean undewwear. You wanna come to mommies houws an see dem?" We started busting up laughing. It's hard saying the word underwear after saying "panties" for 4 years.

Cousins Birthdays

Not only is Gavin's birthday a busy day, but we have a niece who's birthday is the day before Gavins and a nephew's birthday the day after. We are sad that we don't get to party with Dillon (nor the rest of the Head side) on his birthday, but hope he had a great day.

We did attend the party for Rylie this last Saturday. She turned 2! Check out some of these adorable expressions! She has the same Blue eyes as her two sisters too.

And here are a few of Nolan 2 weeks old. It's hard to keep my hands off of him. I love getting this little baby fix every so often!

My baby is 3

I can't believe 3 years have flown by, and my little man is 3. He has grown and developed so much in the last couple months. I had to look back at pictures of my sweet little boy. Enjoy.

March 2006

Home from the Hospital

2007

2008

2009

You would think that he would be a little more happier on his birthday, but this is Gavin for ya...

As most of you know, I enjoy making cakes. Not just simple cakes, but challenging ones. Since Gavin has LOVED Wall-E, I decided to make him just that. Here is my Result...