Happy Anniversary

It's be a whoppin' four years! It seems like a lot longer. In a good way of course. Yesterday morning as I was showering and Samantha was playing in the bathroom anxiously awaiting me to finish... (you moms know what I am talking about!) I had such a feeling of peace and happiness and contentment. It was awesome! Even though there are so many worrisome things going on in this world that are affecting us and my life isn't perfect. I was happy. I am happy still. I'm so grateful for a fiercely loyal and dedicated husband that works hard to provide for me and our offspring. I love him madly. I'm glad I married you Hon!

Let's go fly a kite

On Saturday we flew our killer dragon kite. The winds were perfect, although a bit chilly!

We have this huge power box across from our house that was perfect for sitting and watching Mr. Dragon climb higher and higher!

I haven't flown a kite for years, I think I was the most excited about it!

A bundle of goods

I don't know why I can't be consistent with blogging as of late. So here are a few random pics from the last month. Samantha is 11 months old and is pretty much walking....well she'll take 2-10 steps and then crawl. Any day she will be off and running, sad but also fun to see her growing and developing into a little person. I just love her to pieces!

Alexandra finally got a trim from Aunt Dio after 18 months. I couldn't bring myself to cut it short, she still has long hair but now it looks thicker! She has been saying the funniest things and of course right now I can't remember what they are...oh wait, she did notice her "boobs" in the tub last night. This morning as I was getting her dressed she grabbed her nipples and said, "Mom, look I have my boobs on!"

For Valentine's Day I was asked to do the decorations for a multi-stake Sweetheart's Ball. This is me with my hot hubby!

My mom, Di and I met at IKEA for lunch and light shopping and playing. A fun and cheap outing with the kids during cold weather.

Alex with her cousins Bentley and Luke.

Manthy and Reesy-piece.

A sticky situation

What's a girl to do when she's stuck to her pillow? Scream, loud!
So I ran like the wind upstairs and found this? Except stuck to her pillow.

Blast those gumballs.

Pay It Forward

The first three people to leave a comment on this post will receive a gift in honor of Valentine's. It's part of a pay it forward for bloggers. When you leave a comment, if you are a blogger, post Pay It Forward on your blog to share the love!

For the love...

... of chocolate of course!
I made a tasty treat yesterday afternoon and well, as you can see...

we all enjoyed it, some more than others!

Water Logged

Last Sunday we were at my mom's house for the Superbowl. All of the sudden I was wondering where my children were. I went into the bathroom and found the girls playing in the toilet. Well, Alex and Bentley were pouring pee water over Sam's head.
Those naughty girls!!

Caught in act!

Samantha didn't really mind it, even though she was kinda trying to catch her breath. She had no idea that she was being ganged up on! Poor little baby!

Blog guilt

I haven't blogged forever and have alot (nothing too exciting) to post. These days I seem to be more addicted to Facebook than blogging....but for posterity sake, I must bust a move and record the events of our daily lives.

And speaking of our daily lives, this is what we've been doing.....



Don't worry, she's not walking yet but tonight she stood up and took off with the stroller!

Since Alex has gone to some princess parties she wants to play "princess" everyday. In fact, she makes me wear a crown and cape and calls me "mommy princess"!

Our glam girl!

Samantha gets to dress up too and play with the big kids (Alex and I).

Their new favorite play thing....I love that they are playing together and having fun!

Another mom victory

She's potty-trained!! It took one day and lots of gumballs.

Birthday Girl

Happy Birthday to me! It's been more like a birthday week....Bob's Parfaits and cupcakes the other night with my family and friends. Sledding, shopping and a movie today! Next week, a shopping spree with my MIL! I love birthdays even if it does mean I am older.

My Samantha Kate is 9 months old! Time sure does fly when you're having a down right blast! She crawls all over the place and stands up to everything. Today I caught her playing the piano. It was so funny to see such a little person with her little hand plunking some keys! She laughs and giggles when you play with her. She gives kisses and hugs when you ask. She loves Alex but also knows she can cry to get her big sis in trouble. Chris and I are on to her! She has two teeth and more on the way (hello sleepless nights!!!!!) She really is such a joy and a sweet angel baby.

Hello 2009

Last night we rang in the new year with some good friends. We had a grand time. Really. Like the belly hurting laughter kind.

The kids. Doing what kids do. Acting silly and cute at the same time!

Tripoly anyone? My lame poker face. Actually, I don't have one. I try.

Lisa and Tyler showing their poker faces. Better.

Ann-Marie trying to touch her nose with her toe. We stayed up playing other dumb human tricks and laughing our guts out. We love spending time with good friends, thanks McDonald's and Benson's for ringing in the new year with us!