Easter

More Ellie tricks, my husband is great, and I'm feeling nostalgic

Today is one of those days when I am very aware of how fast my girls are growing. These pictures are just a small sampling of a period of time that I thought would never end (in a good and bad way). When we moved to Logan the girls were close to the ages they are in these photos. It was a challenging time with Noelle's allergies/health problems, remodeling a house, and trying to adjust after the move. I focused on the challenges and never even took the time to think about the fact that the girls wouldn't stay this way; Libby's innocence wouldn't last, Noelle wouldn't stay a baby forever, etc. It's okay that they are growing because that is fun to watch too, but I sure miss their cuddles, kisses, chubby baby legs, and unconditional love!





Did I mention my husband is great? Why yes, I did. I was struggling getting everyone ready for church and Noelle wanted to wear a pair of leggings that had a hole in the knee. Daren took control of the situation and mended the pants while I got ready! I didn't even know he knew how to sew! What a man!



And for anyone who was wondering... Noelle is not just a one time bathroom reader. She was headed off to do her "business" the other day but she first stopped to ask me where her chapter book was! Next, it was time for a bath. She only had three requests: Rubber Ducky playing on the CD player (on repeat), her rubber duckies, and she wanted me to leave the bathroom! Through the bathroom door I got to listen to Rubber Ducky (as sung by Voice Male) at least 15 times. It was excellent.

Our Noelle

Below are some pictures from Noelle's 5th birthday. She had a fun, little party with her friends and she celebrated with family too! I have to share my favorite story of Noelle since she has turned five. The other night we were waiting for Noelle to come and join us so we could read scriptures and put her in bed. I knew she was in the bathroom, but she was taking a LONG time. Finally, I went in to check on her. There she was, my sweet little girl "reading" a 455 page book entitled "Great Western Stories". Don't think that she is a super genius. She really doesn't know how to read yet. However, she did say to me, "Look Mom these are the same words." She pointed to two spots on the page where the name Zane appeared. If it was appropriate I would have taken a photo. Such a classic moment!

More Snow?!?

More fort building- this time in Grandma and Grandpas yard and with cousins!



Tanner and Libby displaying the "keystone" piece. (Libby had her face painted earlier that day).


Yowza Patch!

Presidents Day Sunshine

Presidents Day was gorgeous. We couldn't help but spend some time outside. It was perfect snow for building and the sun was shining and felt so nice.

My Little Munchkin

Libby was a munchkin in The Wizard of Oz at Sky View. She had so much fun performing and we had so much fun watching her! I wish we could of taken a photo of everyone else that came to see the play (Jeff & Audrey plus fam, Grandma and Grandpa Jack, etc)

Projects

Dancers

How can you not love 'em?

Yesterday we went to Ogden for the Thomas family party (Grandma Jack's side of the family). It is extremely rare for one of my children to fall asleep in the car, however, this party must have been exhausting because Noelle fell asleep on the way home. Consequently, later that night we were dealing with a very awake little girl. I put her in my bed and hoped that she would eventually fall asleep. At about 10:30 I came into the room and she was laying there very quietly, so I was hoping she had fallen asleep. No such luck. As soon as she heard me she sat up and said, "Mom, I have a question. It's a very good question. Do dogs lose their teeth?" Evidently, she had been pondering. I told her I didn't know and we would have to ask Grandpa Larry tomorrow. I got into bed with her and she mentioned she had another question but she forgot what it was. Five minutes later, "Oh ya I remember my other question. It's a very good question like the other one too. If dogs do lose their teeth, does the tooth fairy come?"



Along with pondering, she was doodling...

Like I said, how can you not love them?

A Funny Series

Libby got a hold of my camera and took some sweet shots. This series of photos just makes me laugh. Here I am sandwiched between two of my favorite people and from the looks of it I'm opening something pretty awesome... (turns out it was just a bowl- not that I don't love and truly appreciate the bowl, but I didn't want you to get your hopes up).