Skiing Round #2

Unfortunately the snow wasn't very good this year and we only were able to get 2 skiing trips in. I was sad Matt missed both of them but we did our best to have a good time. The girls look so cute all dressed up. They were like little naturals the 2nd time around Gracie and Hallie would lap Emy and I but it was nice that we could all stay on the magic carpet. The older girls are still figuring it out the on and off the magic carpet. We lasted a couple hours this day then we headed home for pizza and a movie.

Hoping for better snow next year

Emmy is getting so BIG!

Em was getting to big for her toddler bed meaning when she would roll over at night she would hit the sides and just seemed uncomfortable so the sad day came for her to move to a big girl bed. Although the other 2 had moved to a queen size bed before this age it was usually because we needed the crib. And although we are trying to have another baby nothing has happened so it was time to make the jump. She is loving it. We moved the bed from the guest room into her room and moved the craft room next to Em's room. I think the house as a whole feels more spacious. It was a good move but I was still sad about it.

This girl loves the kitties luckily we have some very patient kitties

Yet again sisterly love...never gets old. Hallie is teaching Em how to build with legos

Happy LOVE Day

Valentine's Day is fun but I also think we should celebrate love everyday

Matt had to travel for work on the 14th so we let the girls open their gifts on the night of the 13th. Each of the girls got walkie talkies, dresses, and a few treats. They were pretty thrilled with that

The morning of the 14th we all got up and going early since we were helping to make breakfast for the 3rd grade. 

Hallie made this cute frame that they later put a cute picture in 

After we finished making breakfast we headed to the kindergarten to make slime. The kids loved it and it went so well.

Em made sure to collect all the treats she possibly could and eat them as quick as possible

I loved sharing in the kids parties. Its fun to see them interact with friends and yet be happier with their families. I hope it stays this way

After dance we stopped at Papa Murphys to get a heart shaped pizza and a gluten free pizza for me. While they cooked we got everyone bathed and ready for bed. It was a fun and busy day celebrating love. We missed our daddy and I missed him more than I anticipated I would for sure

School Volunteering, Valentines, and Friends Dinners

Em and I volunteer in the girls classes on Thursdays and this particular day Mrs. Ashment had me do a ton of die cuts and while I did that the girls kept themselves entertained with my phone apparently. 

Typically while Matt and Cade are out of town we get together and do dinner. Frequently the kids don't eat but they play and Teann and I get to visit. On this night the girls somehow turned their box and candles into a birthday cake and candles. It was so cute

The girls have been working on valentines gifts for their classes they are doing Hershey kiss roses

Hallie is so great at taking care of Em and reading to her is a good thing

Happy 34th Birthday Daddy!

Matt's birthday ended up working out so great. He decided he wanted to go to Texas Roadhouse for dinner. We got there early and found it was actually kids night. They did free face painting and balloon animals. The kids were thrilled. The girl painting the faces did such a great job. Em was terrified so she just watched.

Then the balloon guy came around and they all couldn't  get their order in fast enough. Hallie got a glowing rose and Gracie got a Ariel along with Emery's cat. This guy was so good

While at dinner we decided we would go see The Greatest Showman. The girls were so good and everyone really enjoyed the movie

By the time we got home it was to late to open presents so we did it a couple days later. Of coarse the girls wanted to help. Matt got some new clothes and a few other things he had asked for.

On Saturday we had and ice cream sundae bar to celebrate and since we had the nieces and nephews they got to join us. It was a lot of fun celebrating Matt. He is such a great husband, father, and just a good guy. I feel so blessed to have been lead to him and there is no doubt in my mind he is the greatest decision I ever made

Vegas Bound....Addy's Blessing

We were excited to get on the road to Vegas to see family and spend time celebrating Addy's blessing. Matt already had a work trip in place so the girls and I road tripped it alone. We left Thursday as soon as Gracie was done with kindergarten and got going. We picked out a bunch of movies and the girls each brought some activities. They were great riders. We stopped once for lunch and then just kept driving. I gave the girls the option to stop for dinner in St George or wait to Vegas and we could do panda express. They chose Panda so we kept moving.

We got there about 8 by the time we stopped for food. The girls were happy with their choice. Matt flew in late that night so we weren't alone long.

I love to stay in hotels that have breakfast it makes mornings so much easier. And its usually so good

Friday morning we got up and gong and after breakfast headed to Kimber's house. She had activities and cupcakes to decorate they all had a great time

We loved visiting but Kimbers house is so little(1300sq ft) so it was so loud and squishy with everyone inside luckily they were outside quite a bit

Once they were sugared up they headed outside. Although they were all filthy they had a blast. They even planned and performed a show for us

One thing that drives me crazy about my family is that no one likes to make a decision after no one spoke up Kim and I decided we were going to do BBQ for dinner at a local restaurant. Mom and Nic opted out which was fine since we got some one on one time with Kim and Ez. We put the kids at a table and the adults sat on the next one. It was a little crazy if Im honest but still fun

Em loved playing with Addy she was a very popular friends

The girls loved these cups at the hotel

A couple of the mornings we left Matt sleeping and went for breakfast...another benefit of included breakfast

Saturday morning Kim and Ez had their nephews baptism so we took advantage of the pool. I enjoyed the sun but it was a little chilly for the pool in my opinion but the girls didn't seem to mind. 

We went back to the room after a couple hours of swimming and watched a movie. It was nice to have some down time. I told Kim I would come help her as soon as she got home. I left Em to nap with Matt while The older two girls and I headed to Kim's we stopped at the dollar store to get some veggies and fruit before we headed over.

When we got there Kim let Gracie open her birthday gifts...which she loved. Kim and I made and frosted cupcakes, mac n cheese, and finished the shredded pork.

We all met up at the church to decorate and set up. We had dinner and then had the blessing before cleaning up and heading back to our hotel.

Sunday morning before everyone headed home all but Kimber got together to do breakfast at Mom and Dad's. We had to leave the hotel early and wake up the girls but it worked out well and we enjoyed the time together

Then we made the drive home it was a long drive but a fantastic weekend. The weather was great and it was good t be together with everyone.