Ramped up Rupp Family Party

Thanks to a new location, the Rupp family party was an even bigger success than usual. There was plenty of room for a nice Nativity and...


we even discovered that angels & shepherds play pool!







Daren was out of town for the party and I missed him a bunch, but with him gone I took the opportunity to have a photo taken with my parents. I know everyone helps, but I'm especially thankful to my parents for the efforts they make to keep the tradition alive. Long live the Rupp Family Christmas Party! (thanks for smiling mom and dad).

Cute Kids

Libby is ready for school!


Sweet notes from Noelle.

Let them eat cake

Noelle decided she wanted a piece of cake, or should I say a piece of frosting? Although a perfectly functional spatula was well within reach, she opted for the reach in and grab the cake with your hand method. Of course, rather than get upset (which is my first and natural reaction)I chose to document the moment. (I wish this photo more accurately portrayed how there is a "top" portion of the cake missing, rather than an actual piece- it was amazing).



In true Noelle fashion, she refused to have her picture taken (I believe I have a picture of the back of Noelle's head in this exact same corner on a previous post).



She was super upset with me for continuing to try and take a photo. Let's hope she doesn't see this post...

Let me see your bobcat spirit!

Profound night time conversations

Me: Sitting on the couch, worn out and ready to be done for the day, but listening to two little girls that are still awake.

Noelle: Screaming- "Libby, you are acting so popular!"
Liberty: Screaming back- "I am N O T" (she spelled out not with a lot of attitude).

A "Warm"

Noelle woke up this morning with a runny nose. She has been sneezing and sniffling all day. So, I told her she wouldn't be able to go to preschool today because she has a cold. She replied, "No, Mom I'm not cold. I have a warm." Makes sense to me!

Halloween

Libby's Baptism

Libby's baptism went great. There have been a few days in my life that fall into a special category of "greatest days ever". This day was definitely one of those days. Daren did a fantastic job and Libby was a sweetheart. We had wonderful support from both friends and family. I didn't get a picture of everyone that was there, so I limited the pictures that I posted to just our little family. It just didn't feel right to include photos of some, but not others. That's my only regret for the day- that I didn't get a photo of everyone that was there.

(I did, however, post a picture of the cake because it was just to fabulous to leave out).

Oh my, what cute Panamanians!

Its been almost 10 months since we went to Panama. I should have documented this a long time ago, but better late than never. The girls are wearing dresses made by the Kuna Indians and Daren's tie is also their work. I have a dress too, but I didn't happen to be wearing it Sunday.

Little Big Problems

As I was washing dishes this evening I had a little companion sitting on the counter next to me. She was crying and going on and on about how she didn't want to get in the tub. As I looked at her tear stained, filthy little face I realized that all too soon she was going to be an adult. As much as I was not enjoying listening to her crying and complaining I wanted to remember the moment. The moment when my biggest problem was getting her to take a bath. As far as problems go, that's a good problem- I'm anticipating worst in the years to come. For now, we will tackle the tub issue and accept that she wouldn't look at the camera, so you'll just have to believe me that she was crying.

Happy Birthday Libby!

Libby's wish for a basketball hoop was granted.

And on to some photos taken after the birthday celebrations...

Noelle and Libby are playing restaraunt (complete with head piece and touch screen).


Just a quick photo of my mini cantaloupe from the garden. It was so tiny and cute I couldn't resist taking a photo. It even tasted good too!

Just because it makes me smile

Lately I've really been embracing the idea of only having two kids. This is not how I imagined my life, but I'm really trying to get use to it. Hence, the photos of Noelle in the tub. I thought I was past the tub photo stage, but I'm squeezing a few more in because I may never get the chance again. Anyway, these photos make me happy.

School Days

First Day of Preschool (for the second year in a row!)



First Day of Second Grade




Back to school nail art. Ooh la la!

Fun Four

Have I mentioned what a great age 4 years old is? This summer Noelle got to attend preschool at Utah State. It has been really good for her. I've noticed that her creative play has really increased in quality since she has attended there. .
I walked into my bathroom and saw this. It took me a minute to figure out the scenario. Basically, we need to get our children a pet. Let's hope if we do get a dog they choose a slightly less drastic way to keep him in one spot.


Same day, different room. Poor Grover. It's a little disturbing.


She didn't need pre-school to teach her how to dress. She has always had excellent taste in clothes. However, whenever I try and take her picture, this is her reaction.

Caught her!
PS Libby, seven years old is great too!