Top Golf & Nick Surprise Birthday Party

It seems like when we have fun things that they all seem to be in the same weekend and this was such a weekend. The Steel associations party this year was at Top Golf. Anyone that knows me knows that I don't care for golf, partially because Matt is constantly trying to convince me that I love it. But I decided to go with an open mind and it was a really fun time. I am super competitive and it didn't take long for that to kick in.  

It was a fun night and I might even go back again

Saturday night Brit threw Nick a birthday party but unfortunately it was an adult only and we had a hard time finding a babysitter so we only had a couple hours. They were having Hawaiian haystacks and neither Matt nor I like them so we stopped for Panda Express and it was a good call. It was fun to see some of Mat's family and tell Nick happy birthday before we called it an early night.

The ride there and back may have been my favorite because I get Matt all to myself and he is less distracted by everything when he's driving..lol

Tucanos & Disney on Ice

What a fun night! Matt and I saw an ad for Disney on Ice on tv and decided to surprise the girls and buy tickets. When we told them they screamed and were so excited. We took them to a fun Brazilian steakhouse where they bring the meat around on sticks. It quickly became a favorite place to eat for all of us. I love the girls faces in all these pictures

Once we had our bellies full we headed over to the Vivint Center. From the moment a character stepped out on the ice the girls were mesmerized.

What is with the look on Em's face?

Of coarse Anna and Elsa were a favorite

Because of some technical difficulties we got to hear Let It Go twice

This sweet girl is growing up and I find that I appreciate that she loves me more and more the older she gets. She still thinks Im cool and loves having me around. She is such a sweet kid that can be so helpful and kind

This sweet girl is growing up but still likes us to treat her like she's little. She is a cuddler and really like hugs and kisses. She is also so very tender hearted and the most considerate child ever

It was such a magical night. Matt and I talked on the way home about how it wouldn't have mattered how much the night cost that it was totally worth it. Nights like tonight are the reason that we work so hard. We love these 3 little girls God has entrusted us with and would do anything and everything for them

Beautiful Huntsville, BBQ, and Birthday Party

Matt's drive in the morning is beautiful her always takes amazing photos

Matt has also gotten really good with his smoker. The food has been awesome and I love all the new things we try

These crazy kids love to read in my bed. I often find them like this and I guess if they're safe and entertained its ok

Nic and I snuck away one night to the holiday treasure show 

 Gracie was invited to her first birthday party. They painted, danced, and had cupcakes

While Gracie was at the party Hallie was at choir so we snuck in to watch

Maddi's Team Takes State

Maddi's high school team got to play for state and WON! Thanks to technology we were able to watch it online on our tv. What a fun thing for her...can't wait to see where life takes her next 

LICE?!?!?

Oh man where oh where do I begin. Valley elementary has had lice cases a handful of time and each time someone gets it Hallie picks it up. I was so frustrated and started looking for somewhere I could educate myself and protect my family. I found Lice Clinics of America and they have been so helpful. They offered to come for free and teach the class. I set up the meeting after getting no where with the principal and the school district. They don't see it as a problem. So I got a handful of friends together to help and we set out to educate anyone that would listen. I had no idea at the time what drama we would cause. We put these fliers in all the stores in the Valley and the grocery store even put them in the grocery bags until someone from the school called and threatened to sue them. That was crazy! I called the principal and he was clueless who called the grocery store but after speaking to him someone called and apologized to the grocery store. Any ways people were mean and said nasty things but I pushed forward with the meeting. We had a decent turn out about 20 people and several others that requested info. I think more people will be interested once it comes around agian but if I never find lice in my home again it will be to soon.

Aly Jo's Baptism

Aly Jo and Hallie have been friends since we lived in Ogden and Erin is one of my only true friends. We were thrilled when we got invited to attend her baptism. Although our lives are so different we somehow love each other and are part of each others lives. After the baptism we ate at Golden Corral it was yummy and fun to visit with the family.

Not many friendships stand the test of time but this one has and continues to. It is definitely something I treasure

Jazz Game

Another perk of Matt's job is Jazz games. Im pretty particular about what Jazz games I go to because I only like to sit in the suites..lol. It allows me to watch the game, have dinner, and also visit without being smashed. This one was great I found I had a lot in common with the people they had invited which always makes it more fun. I love date nights with this guy. He is gone a lot and babysitters are hard up here so date nights are welcomed