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Easter in St George

2010-08-13T13:12:00.001-07:00

We went to St George for Easter. We hadn't been down their in a while and it was nice to get away for the weekend. The kids always love St George. They got to spend the weekend with all of their cousins. We had a good Easter and the girls got spoiled by the Grandparents and Great Grandparents.

Making bread bunnys with Great Grandma Beth.

Swimming with Dad.

Easter Day.

Disneyland and Sea World

2010-08-13T11:53:00.001-07:00

My parents took us to Disneyland and Sea World in March. The kids loved it. It was a fun week. I think we were all exhasusted by the end. Kaylee loved Space Mountain. I was surprised when she went on The Tower of Terror. I would have loved to see her face. I think Aubrey's favorite ride was It's a small World. She would sing and dance the whold time. I think the Soaring ride in California Adventure was pretty fun. Since I was seven months pregnant I couldn't go on anything to crazy. Sea World was fun. The kids loved seeing all the animals. Aubrey might have liked seeing Elmo the best. It was a fun day, with not a ton of people at the park wich was nice. It was a fun vacation and the kids ask me all the time when we are going back. Thank you Mom and Dad.

Snow!!!

2009-12-10T10:14:00.001-08:00

It has finally snowed enough for the kids to go out and play. This is the first time for Aubrey, and she loved it. She threw a fit when I brought her in. The kids had so much fun. It is fun to watch them, but getting them ready to go out gets pretty old fast. It should be a fun winter.

So Helpful!

2009-11-12T14:24:00.001-08:00

Aubrey has been so helpful when it comes to the dishwasher lately. It's like she has it on radar. She could be playing not paying attention, but as soon as I open it she is right there. This morning she started putting the silverware away for me. It actually kept her from touching everything else, so I removed the knives and let her go to town. This was the result.

Tolbert Halloween Party

2009-10-31T09:54:00.000-07:00

We had the Tolbert Halloween Party last night. Once again Grandma and Grandpa Tolbert spoiled the Grandkids rotten. They got tons of toys and treats. Halloween Bingo was a hit. The kids had a lot of fun. Kaylee asked if we were going to go back again tonight. I don't think trick or treating will be as much fun.

Pumpkin Carving

2009-10-31T09:34:00.000-07:00

We carved our pumpkins on Tuesday night and I was excited to see what Aubrey would do. I thought Kaylee would be big enough to get a lot of the seeds out on her own this year. I was wrong, she didn't want to touch it to much because it was to slimy. When did she become Miss Pris? Aubrey dug right in and thought it was great. Her face the first time she touched it was hilarious. We had a fun night.

Kaylee's Birthday Party

2009-10-27T13:27:00.000-07:00

I finally had Kaylee's Birthday party last Saturday on the 24Th. I figured I better do her party since it was getting to be so late after her real birthday and both girls were feeling better. The kids had a fun time, and ended up mostly just playing in the backyard. The weather actually wasn't that cold, which was nice. Kaylee loved her Princess castle cake. She said it was the best birthday party when it was done.

Happy Birthday Kaylee

2009-10-27T13:16:00.000-07:00

Kaylee turned 4 on October 15th. I didn't really plan to much since both girls had been sick. Kaylee helped me make a cake. Grandma Tracie and Aunt Becky and the kids came over for cake and ice cream that night.

Labor Day Vacation

2009-10-27T12:33:00.000-07:00

I drove to California over Labor Day by myself with the girls. I have to admit I was a little nervous going by myself, but the girls did awesome. We left our house and drove strait to the Lake. Since Shane was going to be hunting all weekend I figured I would get in one last trip to the Lake and my parents for the Summer. The girls have so much fun there. I wish we lived closer so they could spend more time during the Summer there. Kaylee and JT had so much fun playing together. I cant wait for Summer to start next year.

Johnny returning from hunting. Surprise, he didn't get anything dressed like that.

Aubrey was so tired she fell asleep sitting up.

Aubrey playing on the shore.

Kaylee and JT playing.

Kaylee swimming with Aunt Zan.

Kaylee and Grandma on the tube.

Kaylee and I on the paddle boat.

We went to the park for lunch one day. Aunt Zan always plans fun things to do for the day at Grandma's. The girls had fun, here are a few pictures.

We went to the river bar by my parents work one afternoon. Zan knew of a spot that is kind of protected by the wind. I thought the kids would play on the shore since the water was pretty cold, but they went right in. The girls loved it. Another fun idea by Aunt Zan.

We had a fun week visiting Grandma and Grandpa Nicholls. Kaylee was asking if we could move there by the end. Oh how I wish. I tell her to keep asking her Dad. Can't wait for the next visit.

Libertyland

2009-10-27T12:16:00.001-07:00

We took the kids to a place called Libertyland for the night after Kaylee's first day of school. They both had so much fun. Kaylee was mad that the rollercoaster wasn't working, but she still had fun. Aubrey had fun, she loved the big slide. It is a fun little place to take the kids for a night.

Preschool

2009-10-27T12:09:00.000-07:00

Kaylee started preschool in August. The second picture is her standing outside before going in. As you can see she was very excited. She loves preschool. Although, she has gotten in trouble a couple of times. Once for talking and once for scribbling. That's Kaylee for you. She has been having a great time and loves her teacher.

Bear Lake

2009-08-20T21:41:00.000-07:00

Shane had to work in Bear Lake for a couple days, so since I had never been there I took the kids and went to see him. I have never seen a lake that is so blue. It reminded me of the ocean in Hawaii. The pictures do not show how blue it is. It is so beautiful there. The girls had so much fun just playing in the sand and collecting shells. Kaylee had fun building a sand castle. Next time I will bring more sand toys. It was a really fun day, and we can't wait to go back.

Wallsburg

2009-08-10T15:59:00.000-07:00

We spent Friday and Saturday night in Wallsburg. It is such a pretty place, the girls loved it. I never thought I would see Shane on a horse. The girls loved be able to run around and play. It was fun to visit with friends. Thanks Brady and Angie for the fun weekend.

Joe's Valley

2009-07-30T16:53:00.001-07:00

We went camping over the 24th at Joe's Valley. The Turner side of the family always camps there for a week every year. It is fun to ride the four wheelers, go fishing, and visit with family. The kids of course love being able to run around. I just need to learn to not care about the dirt so much. It was a lot of fun seeing everyone. We did catch one fish. We have decided that the fish don't like Shane. It was a lot of fun and we can't wait to do it again.

I had to buy Aubrey a new coat for camping. When I put her in it everyone would either call her a buffalo or a bear. It was so funny. It is very soft and fuzzy.

More Lake Time

2009-07-30T16:32:00.000-07:00

Shane came out to California for a few days. He spent most of the time at the Lake. I wish we could all spend more time there together. We all have so much fun. I made sure I had my camara this time. The girls wakboarded and tubed. We tried to get the Kaylee up on a pair of trainer skis. She came so close. Next time she will get it for sure. My kids have no fear. I am so glad we got to spend the time that we did there. Thank you Mom and Dad!

2009-07-22T09:01:00.000-07:00

Finally, we got to spend some time at the lake on my parents houseboat. The girls love it. Kaylee is the biggest waterdog. Aubrey enjoyed getting in the lake and splashing in the kiddie pool on the back deck. I think I could stay up there all Summer if I could.

The Kids found a baby turtle one day. They were so proud of themselves for catching it.

Kaylee trying to catch Grandpa.

Paddle boat ride with Grandma.

Aubrey ate a cookie and was so mad when it was all gone.

2009-07-22T08:49:00.000-07:00

Sunset at my parent's house. I miss these sunsets.

We went to this really cool park while visiting my parents. They had some of the coolest stuff. They have different things that turn when using your body weight. It is really hard to describe. All the kids loved it. Next time I will take more pictures.

Soccer Camp

2009-07-22T08:41:00.000-07:00

I put Kaylee in a three day soccer camp a while ago. The coach said she cared more about the boys and flirting than she did the soccer ball. She said she liked it, and had fun. I think we will wait a few more years for her to tell me she wants to play soccer before I do something like that again.

Aubrey's Birthday

2009-07-13T12:21:00.000-07:00

Aubrey's Birthday was May 14. I can't believe she is one years old. This year with her has gone so fast. She still only has two teeth. She is eating everything. There isn't anything I have found that she really will not eat. She is a really good baby. I am very lucky. We celebrated her Birthday at Keven and Tracie's. She loved being able to just dig into her cake. She didn't really care when it came time for presents. She was having just having fun being with everyone.

Gymnastics

2009-05-08T12:08:00.000-07:00

Kaylee has been doing gymnastics two days a week since January. She has improved so much in such a short amount of time. The Instructors want her to move into the four year old class already. She has really enjoyed going. I took her out for the Summer, but she can't wait to start again.

Supercross

2009-05-08T11:54:00.000-07:00

Shane and I went to Supercross a few weeks ago. It was a lot of fun. Shane and I have enjoyed watching it every weekend. It was more fun being able to watch it in person. We went with a group of friends. Shane was a little mad when Reed didn't win. I hope it comes back to Salt Lake next year.

The Girls In Their Easter Dresses.

2009-04-16T11:29:00.000-07:00

I haven't made an appointment to get the girls pictures done yet, so I took some pictures myself until I get them done professionally. Not the best, but you get to see their cute dresses.

Easter In St George

2009-04-16T11:14:00.000-07:00

We spent Easter in St Geirge this year with the Tolbert's. The kids were spoiled rotten by Grandma and Grandpa Tolbert and Great Grandma and Grandpa Tolbert. They got way to much stuff as usual. We all had a lot of fun. It was fun watching the kids do their Easter Egg hunts. This is the first year I think Kaylee really understood what was going on. It was a fun weekend and we can't wait to go back again.

A Little Fun

2009-04-14T09:59:00.000-07:00

Since I haven't posted in a while, I thought I would put up a few pictures from the last couple weeks.
This was a picture from our back door one night of a full moon. Kaylee said it was so beautiful we needed to take a picture.

Kaylee wouldn't stop laughing in the tub. She kept telling me that the bubbles were tickling her hair. She has been saying the funniest things lately.

The girls are starting to play so good together. It is so cute watching them. They were playing in Kaylee's room. I went downstairs for a minute and when I came back up, Kaylee had put dress up clothes on her and Aubrey. She was so proud of herself.

It was finally over 70 degrees for a couple days here. Kaylee was so excited to finally wear shorts. She has been trying to wear Summer clothes everyday since we got back from Hawaii.

Your Ruining My Life!

2009-03-09T22:20:00.001-07:00

This is what has come out of Kaylee's mouth a lot lately. Yes, she is only three and saying it. I can't imagine what she will be telling me when she is sixteen. Everyone warns you about the terrible two's, but they should really be warning you about the naughty three's. She has definitely reached a whole new level. She has been so sassy lately. So I was a little worried the first time she told me I was ruining her life, but now it just makes me laugh. I guess I am doing something right if she is telling me that already.

Aloha

2009-03-06T22:15:00.000-08:00

We had so much fun in Hawaii. The kids were really good. They had so much fun. Kaylee loved being able to see all the fish and dolphins. Aubrey got her first tooth while we were there. Yeah! She was so happy for teething the whole time.

These next three pictures were taken at South Point. We drove there with my Brother and his family one day. Everyone thought they were crazy for jumping off the cliff. They had quite a audience. They also jumped in the blowhole, wich looks really scary. Zan and I were a little nervous when they decided to. There were a couple of guys from England there, that thought they were completly nuts for doing it. They just kept saying how they wouldn't even dare do it. I think that only fueled Shane and Johnny.

Kaylee loved being able to look at all the fish on the board. All the kids had fun with them.

We have to thank my parents for this wonderful trip. We had so much fun. Kaylee still talks about it, and wants to go back.

Kaylee's New Tent

2009-02-09T12:42:00.001-08:00

I took the tent that I got Kaylee for Christmas back a while ago. It was so cute and Kaylee loved it, but it was falling apart. When I got online and started reading the reviews on it everyone was saying the same thing. One of the things Kaylee liked most about it was the lights around the door. So I started looking for another one and found only this one with lights. The only place I could find it was on e-bay for $75. I was not going to spend that much. Then I happened to find it on JCPenny for $20. We got it and Kaylee loves it. It is really cute. Hopefully, It won't fall apart like the last one. She is already asking to sleep in it tonight.

Aubrey Sage

2009-02-05T21:08:00.000-08:00

Aubrey will be nine months old on the 14th this month and she is finally crawling. She could have been crawling a while ago, but I think she was just lazy. She would always go forward a couple steps then give up and go back to sitting. A couple days ago she finally decided to crawl across the livong room. She now goes everywhere, although she does have a little bit of a harder time on the hardwood floor. It's hard to imagine that Kaylee was starting to walk at her age.

Aubrey loves food. She will eat anything I give her. Lately, she has become such a little begger. She loves ice cream. She will actuall take pretty big bites out of it. It is surprising since she still doesn't have any teeth. I keep waiting for them though. I love her in this outfit. I think she looks so cute in it. Not the best picture, but I had to put it on.

Going Private

2009-02-03T18:34:00.000-08:00

I will be going private at the end of this month. If you want to continue to look at my blog leave me your email adress in a comment. Thanks.

Randoms

2009-01-24T22:35:00.000-08:00

These are the visitors we have been having. Kaylee has been so excited to see them all the time. She loves looking out our back door for them. She has gotten really good at finding them.

Kaylee loves her Dads motorcycle and everything that goes with it. She had to put some of his gear on the other night. She still asks us for a motorcycle of her own all the time. One of these days I'm sure Shane will bring one home.

The girls playing in the princess tent together. Kaylee is such a good big sister. The first thing she wants to do when she wakes up is play with Aubrey.

Kaylee has decided that she wants to start changing Aubrey diaper. So I decided to let her try. She did surprisingly well. I only had to help a little. This is a picture of the final product.

Snowboarding

2009-01-18T21:01:00.001-08:00

For my Birthday Shane took me snowboarding. I didn't get to go at all last year since I was pregnant, so I was a little nervous at first. After the first run I felt comfortable and was having fun. This was te first time we have gotten to go together since we have had Kaylee. A big thanks to Tracie for watching the kids for us. It was a lot of fun, and we plan to go again soon.

Thrillbillies

2009-01-13T23:04:00.001-08:00

You are looking at Kaylee's new favorite movies to watch. No longer does she ask for Barbie, they have been replaced by Thrillbillies. In case you don't know what these movies are let me give you a little bit of info. They are movies made by Travis Pastrana of people doing crazy things on anything and everything, and Kaylee loves them. She even loves watching Supercross on Sundays with her Dad. She is definantly like her Dad.

Airplane Rides

2009-01-12T22:19:00.000-08:00

Aubrey discovered the airplane toy of Kaylee's this week. She loves being pushed around on it. If she is not being pushed around she is bouncing up and down and pushing the buttons. She loves the lights and watching the propeller go around.

Gymnastics

2009-01-07T12:36:00.000-08:00

Kaylee started gymnastics this week. She loves it, and asks me every morning if its a gymnastics day. It is good for her and she has fun interacting with the other kids.

Christmas

2009-01-02T11:27:00.001-08:00

Kaylee was fun this Christmas. The look on her face was so cute when she came down stairs. This was the first Christmas that Shane and I have been home. It was a lot of fun. Kaylee and Aubrey loved their presents.

Kaylee loves her horse. She named it Harley. She can't wait to play on it every morning.

This is the bag that Grandma and Grandpa Nicholls got Kaylee for Hawaii. We are all so excited to go in February. Thanks Grandma and Grandpa Nicholls

Christmas Eve at Keven and Tracies

2009-01-02T11:09:00.000-08:00

We went to Keven and Tracie's on Christmas Eve. The kids had fun playing games. Aunt Angie made raindeer dust with the kids. It was very cute. Kaylee couldn't wait to put it out on the snow in front of out house when we got home. Tracie had the kids decorate cookies for Santa. It was a fun night with the the family.

Christmas Eve

2008-12-31T15:10:00.000-08:00

On Christmas Eve Shane took the kids out to ride on the sled behind the four wheeler. The kids had a blast. Although, Kaylee enjoyed riding on the four wheeler more than on the sled behind it.

Tolbert Family Christmas Party

2008-12-31T14:31:00.000-08:00

We had the Tolbert family Christmas party on Tuesday before Christmas. Shane's Grandma always spoils us all rotten. Santa comes, and we all have a lot of fun. This year she made everyone aprons that all turned out really cute.

Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow!

2008-12-18T13:55:00.000-08:00

It has finally snowed enough for Kaylee to go out and play in it. Of course I didn't have snow boots that fit her, so we had to make a quick trip to the store before she could go play. Kaylee was not happy about this. Once I got her ready she could not wait to go outside. She had so much fun. She told Shane that night that she wants to go snowboarding with him now. So we will have to see how she does snowboarding now.

Shake It Baby

2008-12-11T21:44:00.000-08:00

For the last week or so Aubrey has started shaking her head when she gets excited. At first I wasn't sure where she was learning it from. Then I realised that Kaylee shakes her head at her when she talks to her. Aubrey has picked up on it and now does it to us all the time. It is so cute. She didn't do it very long in the video, but she can really get going when she gets excited. So I just had to share it with everyone.

2008-12-09T13:54:00.000-08:00

Recently I had to run a few errands into town. I had to go to a couple stores, car wash, and get gas. When we got home Kaylee said she was exhausted. Yes, she said exhausted. She went upstairs while I was putting a few things away. When I went to look for her I found her asleep on my bed. I just had to laugh. I could see how riding in a cart would be so exhausting. I thought the blue lips were also a good touch. You just got to love the free suckers they think your kid needs.

2008-12-09T13:39:00.000-08:00

I asked Kaylee to play with Aubrey while I got ready this morning. I was a little worried about what Kaylee would do to her. Kaylee can get a little rough. I was surprised to see Kaylee put her tiara on her. She kept telling me Aubrey was a princess. They played so good together. Aubrey didn't stop giggling. I can already tell Aubrey can't wait to be able to keep up with her older sister.

Christmas Fun

2008-12-04T14:18:00.000-08:00

Christmas has come so fast this year. Kaylee has loved decorating for Christmas. She is so excited for Santa to come. This picture of our Christmas tree is more for my brother, he knows why.

The Girls in their Christmas dresses.

I decided to do a little Christmas project with Kaylee. We made a Christmas countdown. Kaylee had more fun with the glue and scissors than she did putting together. She has loved having it in her room. She can't wait to take a ring off every morning.

Twilight!

2008-11-21T09:47:00.000-08:00

So I went to the midnight showing of Twilight last night. It actually ended up being a lot of fun. There was a raffle before the movie raffling off Twilight stuff. I was surprised how many men were actually there. I won't say anything about the movie so as not to ruin it for anyone, but it was good. Definently worth seeing.

2008-11-05T14:04:00.000-08:00

Kaylee wanted to start using scissors. Not wanting to be one of those overprotective Mothers, I bought her a pair of kids scissors. Before letting her use the scissors I told her that scissors can only be used to cut paper. They can't be used to cut anything else, and she can only cut the paper I give her. So last night the Kaylee asked to use her scissors. I gave her the scissors and told her to sit up at the kitchen counter. Shane was cleaning up dinner and I was sitting on the couch playing with Aubrey. A few minutes go by and I feel Kaylee come up behind the couch and touch my hair. I thought she was just playing with my hair, but then I heard the sound of the scissors cutting. Yes, she cut my hair. I of course freaked out and ran to the bathroom to look at my hair. Shane had a nice talk with Kaylee and put her on time out. When she got out of time out to come talk to me, she was crying and could hardly talk. She felt really bad. Let's just hope she learned her lesson. As for my hair, thankfully she didn't do any noticeable damage.

Tolbert Halloween Party

2008-11-04T10:28:00.000-08:00

We had the Tolbert family Halloween party this last Sunday. The kids all had a lot of fun. Grandma Tolbert spoiled them and kept them very entertained. They had many different games and activities to participate in. Kaylee loved eating the jello off the plate without her hands. I am sad however, that I didn't get a picture of her feeding Shane a donut hanging from a string.

Halloween

2008-11-01T09:47:00.000-07:00

This was the first Halloween I think Kaylee actually understood what was going on. She told me what she wanted to dress up as, and then after we got the costume would ask me everyday if it was time to put it in. She had so much fun trick or treating. She said she wanted to fill her pumpkin to the top with candy. She didn't, but she still had fun. She also loved the glow stick she got from Grandma.

"I'll put her to bed"- Shane

2008-10-31T11:21:00.000-07:00

So last night was like every other night trying to get Kaylee to bed. I laid her down and of course she was up two seconds later with an excuse of why she can't go to sleep. So, Shane says "I'll put her to bed." They disappear upstairs together and fifteen minutes later Kaylee comes back downstairs. I asked her why she is not asleep. She replies "I put Daddy to sleep." This is what I found when I went upstairs.

Pumpkin Carving

2008-10-28T23:28:00.000-07:00

We finally got around to carving our pumkins for Halloween. Since we got back from California Kaylee and I have had a cold, and Aubrey has had the flu. I am crossing my fingers that no one else gets the flu. I didn't feel like carving pumpkins, but seeing Kaylee have so much fun made it all worth it. In case you can't tell Kaylee chose to carve an owl in her pumpkin.

Beach Time

2008-10-28T23:18:00.000-07:00

I went on a quick trip to California. My Grandma was sick and ended up passing away. We took the kids for some much needed fun to the beach. Kaylee always love the beach. She loved looking at the seals and finding shells.

Happy Birthday Kaylee

2008-10-15T21:32:00.000-07:00

So today is Kaylee's third birthday. Tonight she opened the presents from us and Grandparents. One of the presents we gave Kaylee was some motorcycle pajamas. Now she is asking where her pink fox motorcycle is.

Kaylee's Birthday Party

2008-10-11T22:09:00.000-07:00

We had Kaylee's Birthday Party today. It was at the Lehi Pool. She had a lot of fun, and said she wanted to do all her parties there.

Aubrey Walking

2008-10-11T21:27:00.000-07:00

Shane brought Aubrey in my room walking between his legs, and I was laughing so hard. She was literally marching like a soldier. I told him I had to get video of it. This is what I got. It's not as good as the original, but still cute.

Growing up Fast!

2008-10-10T21:23:00.000-07:00

Kaylee is turning three next week. She is so sassy lately, but I love it. She keeps me laughing. This is the conversation we had lately about her Birthday.
Kaylee:"We have to go get my Birthday present mom."
Me: "I already got you your Birthday present Kaylee."
Kaylee: "Well, what is it."
Me: "I am not telling it is a surprise."
Kaylee: "I will find it, or Daddy will tell me. Daddy does whatever I want."
Following this conversation we went downstairs to have breakfast, where Kaylee proceeded to call me Kelly. When I told her to call me Mom. To that she responded "why, your name is Kelly." I had to hide my laugh. Then explain that she really needed to call me mom.

Aubrey is starting to sit up on her own now. This is her first bath sitting up. I am not sure she knew what to think at first, but was having fun eating the letters and splashing by the end.

Bed Time

2008-10-08T22:36:00.000-07:00

Kaylee is the queen of exscuses on why she can't go to bed at night. We put her to bed and she gets up five minutes later. Tonight we put her to bed and didn't hear anything from her for a while. I assumed she was in bed asleep, boy was I wrong. She came down stairs and asked to me to come to her party. That got my attention. This is what I found when I went upstairs.

Playtime

2008-10-08T15:51:00.000-07:00

Kaylee has started playing with a little girl across the street whose name also happens to be Kaylee. It is so funny to watch little girls play in comparison to boys. I am used to Kaylee playing with Becky's boys all the time. It is guite different when it is two girls playing. They play so quite. Today they dressed up and then played with the kitchen. They took turns cooking things for eachother. It was so cute.

Rice Cereal

2008-09-30T10:18:00.000-07:00

First Bite

Second Bite

Third Bite

I gave Aubrey rice cereal for the first time. She was really hungry when I gave it to her, but I was trying to wait for Shane to get home. So, by the time I gave in she just wasn't having it. I tried again later and she loved it.

I just had to throw this picture in. Lately Aubrey has started really grabbing and reaching for things. Kaylee's hair being one of them. Kaylee either freaks out or laughs and yells "Mommy help."

My Little Popsicle Eater!

2008-09-30T10:07:00.000-07:00

Aunt Becky decided Aubrey needed to eat some Popsicle. Aubrey loved it and would scream if she didn't get some. She was ticked off when we took it away from her.

4 Months Old

2008-09-14T10:50:00.001-07:00

I can't believe Aubrey is four months old today. Time is going by so fast. It seems like I was just bringing her home from the hospital. She is such a good baby. I am very lucky to have such a wonderful family.

Pierced Ears

2008-09-12T21:53:00.001-07:00

I feel like Aubrey has been kind of neglected in my posts lately. I realized that she was almost four months old and I still hadn't pierced her ears. I had Kaylee's pierced the day she turned three months old and could have it done. I think she looks so cute. She already is starting to get personality, and gives me the biggest smiles. I love her so much, and have enjoyed every minute of her.

Wall-E

2008-09-12T21:47:00.001-07:00

Shane and Kaylee were playing with the blocks, while I was upstairs getting Aubrey ready for bed. Kaylee came up all excited telling me that I need to come downstairs and see what she made. She called it her Wall-E. I wasn't expecting to see this when I got downstairs. She was so proud of it. Now she won't let me take it apart to put it away.

California

2008-09-03T13:37:00.000-07:00

We went on a Family trip to California. We had a lot of fun. Shane brought his dirt bike and went riding with my brother. We were able to go to the lake. Kaylee wakeboarded with Shane. I was so sad I didn't have my camera. So I will have to get a picture next year.

Need I say more?

2008-08-17T19:34:00.001-07:00

Spoiled Rotten

2008-08-15T21:36:00.000-07:00

Grandma Nicholls has spoiled Kaylee rotten today. Kaylee has always wanted a canapy above her bed. Today she got her wish. After already getting a new doll we went to the Disney store where she got the Fairy Canapy. It is actually really cute. Kaylee was so excited to sleep under it, but we didn't have a hook to hang it with. So we had to hang it on the hook on her closet door for the night. She is sleeping on the floor under it right now.

Summer Fun

2008-08-14T21:26:00.000-07:00

My Mom got into town today with JT. All the kids were having so much fun together playing outside. Kaylee has been bugging me to take her for a ride in the bike trailer. Shane jumped on it to take the kids for a ride. The helmet he is wearing is a helmet that we had when I was little. He does the funniest things sometimes.

The Dance

2008-08-13T19:52:00.000-07:00

Kaylee wanted to watch Barbie Swan Lake tonight. Soon she wanted to dress up and dance. When it was over she was sad because she still wanted to dance. So Shane grabbed her and started dancing. She was so happy. I had to take video.

Farm Country at Thanksgiving Point

2008-08-06T09:23:00.000-07:00

We went to Farm Country yesterday. Kaylee always loves to see the animals, but she loves riding the pony's the best. I usually walk by her on the pony because she tends to slip to one side or the other. This day she quickly told me to go away and leave her alone. I guess she told me. As you can tell she did fine.

Our Trip To Wyoming

2008-08-03T21:55:00.001-07:00

Shane's parents rented a cabin in Alpine Wyoming, which is by Jackson hole, for a family trip. Shane and I took the kids to Yellowstone Thursday. Friday we went white water rafting down the Snake River. I had never been before, it was really fun and I can't wait to do it again. Saturday we went into Jackson Hole and had dinner at a cattle ranch. Kaylee had a lot a fun playing with all her cousins. It was a fun weekend and we can't wait to do it again.

This is a picture of us standing in front of the Tet on Mountains.

We definently have to go back to Yellowstone. One day is not long enough to see it.

My Little TV Watcher

2008-08-03T21:48:00.000-07:00

I took these pictures at Becky's before we went on our trip. I put Aurey in one of the kids chairs for a minute, when I came back she was happy as could be watching TV.

My Little Fairies

2008-07-26T21:42:00.001-07:00

Today Kaylee was playing dress up, and wanted to get Aubrey in on the action. Aubrey is getting so big. She is such a good baby. It is cute how she is starting to smile at us now.

Trinity Lake......Finally!

2008-07-25T09:55:00.000-07:00

We finally made it to Trinity Lake. It only stayed clear for two days before the smoke rolled in from all the fires, but it was so much fun. Kaylee was constantly in the water. She finally learned to swim in a life jacket all by herself. We all can't wait to go back. Hopefully, it will be in August with Shane.

Aubrey

2008-07-17T11:08:00.000-07:00

2 Months

Tuckered Out

2008-07-16T17:02:00.001-07:00

Kaylee was so tired today she fell asleep eating cheez-its on the couch. I thought it was cute.

Playing the Wii

2008-07-15T15:35:00.000-07:00

This is my mom playing the rabbit game on the Wii. It was the dancing game, where you hit each control when a rabbit gets to the star. She says she hates the dancing one now. I thought it was funny. Becky and Johnny will apprieciate this.

The Urgent Care

2008-07-15T15:12:00.000-07:00

I was supposed to go home on the 14th, but Kaylee got another ear infection. So after being up all night with her on Friday, we spent the morning at the urgent care. So now we are staying California for a another week. I will now be going home on the 23rd.

Sacramento

2008-07-07T11:13:00.000-07:00

We went to Sacramento for Fourth of July weekend. We had a lot of fun. Kaylee loved playing with J.T. We went to Funderland, it was perfect for a few hours. We saw a firework show at a park. Kaylee had a lot of fun and was worn out by the time we left. On the way home we stopped at the lake. It was still smokey, but that didn't stop Kaylee from swimming in the freezing water. Even though we weren't at the Lake like usual we still had a fun weekend.

California

2008-07-02T09:17:00.000-07:00

I flew to California on Monday with the kids. Yes, by myself. The kids did awesome on the plane. People looked at me like I was crazy in the airport though. Since we got here Kaylee has been playing non-stop. As you can see from the pictures. She has been having so much fun. Hopefully the smoke will clear and we can go to the lake soon.

Kaylee was so tired she fell asleep on the floor while playing.

Nanny holding Aubrey

Kaylee and Brooklynne playing.

Can you tell who is who?

2008-06-27T14:55:00.001-07:00

I want everyone to to guess what picture is Kaylee, and what picture is Aubrey.

"I like it up there"

2008-06-26T21:30:00.001-07:00

I came in Kaylee's room today and noticed that she had put her underwear on wrong after she had gone to the bathroom. I told her they were on backwards, and that we needed to fix it. She told me, very seriously, "No, that is how I like them up there!" So, I pulled it out and fixed it, just to have her put it right back up.

Last Weekend

2008-06-24T22:02:00.000-07:00

We had a lot of fun this weekend. Aubrey is five weeks old now. She is finally starting to wear some newborn clothes, and still only waking up once in the night. Friday night we had some friends over for dinner, and went swimming. Saturday was our anniversary. Shane and I went out to dinner and for a harley ride. Kaylee had to go for a ride too. Kaylee had fun playing with Aubrey. She is such a good big sister.

I was tagged!

2008-06-19T20:36:00.000-07:00

What was I Doing 10 years ago....
I was sixteen. I just finished my sophomore year in high school. I was dating Ari Skyhorse (Not the guy you thought mom). Who was moving to Durango Colorado at the end of Summer. I was best friends with Katie Hubbert. I didn't have anything to worry about really, other than making it home before curfew. I remember I would be hauling butt home from Westhaven some nights. That was a fun Summer.

5 years...
I was getting married to Shane on the 21st. We were getting ready to move to Phoenix Arizona, so Shane could go to motorcycle mechanics school. I got a job as a dental assistant. Shane went to school and worked for Dats Trucking. We moved into what turned out to be the worst apartment. It was constantly having the water turned off from pipes breaking, barely warm water for your shower, and bugs. Need I say more. It was actually a really hard year to be away from all of my friends and family.

1 year...
We were living in Shane parents basement getting ready to move into our house. Just to move into it and have problem after problem. Shane was working at Timpanogas Harley Davidson, and getting ready to quit and go back to work a K.T. Hardwoods for his parents. Kaylee was 1 1/2. She was just starting to be so fun. She rode the tube behind my parents boat, and was not scared to go pretty fast. Would go down the tunnel slide at the pool, and love it, even though it was pitch black. That was a fun stage with her.

Yesterday...
I met my sister in laws at the Children's Garden at Thanksgiving Point. Kaylee had fun playing in the water with her cousins. We came home and played in a little pool with the neighbor. We went for a walk after dinner. All in all it was a fun day.

5 snacks I enjoy...
Pineapple, Apples, Hostess Cupcakes, Peanuts, and Miniature Milky Ways.

5 Favorite Books...
Nickolas Sparks is my favorite author. I love all of his books.

5 Places to run...
I don't.

5 Bad habits...
Being late to things, not wearing my wedding ring(because I forget to put it on), eating to many sweets, not answering my phone because I left it somewhere, and putting off cleaning the bathrooms.

5 pet peeves...
Parents leaving their kids in pajamas all day, kids not wearing socks or jackets in the middle winter, snotty noses, kids that look they haven't had bath or their hair combed, and parents that don't watch their kids.

5 Things I enjoy...
My kids, snowboarding, reading, water skiing, and wake boarding.

5 Favorite TV shows...
Greys Anatomy, One Tree Hill, October Road, The Hills, and Men In Trees.

5 People to tag...
Krista, Katie, Chrissy, and Zan

The Children's Garden

2008-06-18T16:54:00.000-07:00

We met my sister in laws at the Children's Garden at Thanksgiving Point. I had never been there before. It was cute. I don't think it is the funnest place to play in the water, but Kaylee still had a lot of fun. I was surprised by how many people were there. It is a really cute place to take your kids to for a few hours. They have a maze and some tunnels the kids can play in. It was fun to watch Kaylee play with her cousins. She had a lot of fun and said she wants to go back again.

Finally....we can swim!

2008-06-16T23:06:00.000-07:00

It has definantly been a long winter. I am just hoping it continues to stay warm. No more of this hot one day, then cold and snowing the next. We were finally able to use the pool! The water was still freezing, but Kaylee loved it. She is already asking to use it tomarrow.

She has done it again!

2008-06-15T11:05:00.000-07:00

I just have to say that I have the best baby in the world. Aubrey only woke up once again last night! For only being one month old that is pretty good.Plus she falls right to sleep before I am even done burping her. Lets hope this is a new habit that continues to happen. So here is a picture of her smiling after her 4:00 feeding.

Oh, to be a guy!

2008-06-14T09:55:00.000-07:00

So it was another night of no sleep. Not because of Aubrey no, no she was a champ, only waking up once. Kaylee on the other hand up all night. First she wanted to sleep with us. Then it continued into she was thirsty, sick and needed medicine, hungry, and sick again. She had no fever and was acting fine, other than the not wanting to sleep. So this morning she wakes up at 7:30 whining instead of her usual 9:00. (Yes, I know I am lucky) I at this point am exhausted. So, then Aubrey is awake and wants to eat. All the while I have the whiner wanting to eat also. So I get done with Aubrey and get the whiner the cereal she wants. She barely eats any and says that she is done. Now I am thinking that maybe there really is something wrong with her. So I feel her head again and she is warm. Oh what a shock she has a 102 temperature. This child has pretty much been sick since September. Why not be healthy for more than a few weeks. So I know by now you have to be thinking its Saturday where is Shane? Shane was up late playing with his fishing stuff. Got up at 5:30 to meet his Dad to go fishing all day. So while I am at home dealing with the kids, Shane is fishing. Even when he does get home he will be useless, because he will be so tired from staying up late and getting up early to go fishing.

The Hogle Zoo

2008-06-14T09:47:00.000-07:00

I met some friends at the Hogle Zoo Friday. Everyone thought I was crazy that I went to the zoo with a one month old. Aubrey was a champ she didn't make a sound the whole time, she just slept in the stroller. It was good for Kaylee to get out and play with some friends that she doesn't get to see very much.

Aubrey's Blessing

2008-06-09T13:15:00.001-07:00

We blessed Aubrey this last Sunday. Here are a few pictures. It was great to see our friends and family. My Nanny made her a beautiful dress. It was a great day, and I am glad it all went well.

Little Aubrey Big World

2008-06-06T21:33:00.000-07:00

So I was at Becky's house and it was getting late and I wanted to lay Aubrey down. I looked over and saw Paytons play stroller. So this is what she looked like. I thought it was pretty funny. It is so crazy to think that my daughter is small enough to fit in a toy stroller.

In my Belly

2008-06-02T09:20:00.000-07:00

So this morning I was trying to get Kaylee to eat breakfast, wich she quickly told me "no thank you mom, I am not hungry." Not normal, but whatever. Then she proceeds to tell me while lifting up her shirt that she has a big belly. So now I am thinking does the child think she is fat and not eating. Becky and Emily were talking about diets last night around her What is going on this morning? Then she quickly tells me that her belly is big enough now that she wants to put Aubrey in it. So, I ask her if she wished Aubrey was still in my belly. She tells me very seriously that my belly is not big enough (making me feel good) and that only she can put Aubrey in her belly. Sometimes I wonder where she comes up with this stuff!

Memorial Day

2008-05-27T09:23:00.000-07:00

We had a great Memorial Day! It is always nice to have Shane home all day. Great Grandpa and Grandma Tolbert came to see us. Shane made a fort for Kaylee. She loved it. She didn't understand why Aubrey couldn't play with her, but was happy playing with Shane in it.

Aubrey

2008-05-22T08:47:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures of Aubrey. Sorry it has taken so long. Aubrey is doing great, and finally starting to eat more than an ounce a feeding!

California

2008-05-04T21:51:00.000-07:00

Kaylee has had so much fun this trip. She loves going outside to play, even if her only company is Abby (My parents dog). She had a lot of fun at Six Flags Animal Kingdom. She loved going on all the rides. The faster the better, she has no fear.

Go Fly a Kite

2008-04-26T09:59:00.000-07:00

So Kaylee has been asking us to fly her kite for about a week now. So after 30 min of just putting the stupid thing together we were ready to go.

There was still a little confusion once we were out in the field on exactly how the kite worked.

Finally, Shane figured it out and got it to fly. The kite would fly good for about two minutes and then proceed to nose dive to the ground. Leaving Shane to wonder what was wrong, and Kaylee laughing.

Ready to Swim

2008-04-25T15:29:00.000-07:00

Kaylee had some fun in the tub today. She has mastered finding stuff underwater in the tub, and wants to move on to the swimming pool. Now we just need it to stop snowing and stay sunny.

Dressing Up

2008-04-23T15:10:00.000-07:00

Today Jaxson and Carter came over and all the kids decided to dress up. Kaylee was a fairy and Jaxson and Carter were princesses. Jaxson was upset because Kaylee was wearing the wings that he wanted but other then that they had lots of fun.