Skiing-Emy's First Time

On Friday the kids were out of school so Matt took the day off and we took the 2 younger ones skiing. Hallie was at a friends birthday party which ended up being a good thing because then we could do one on one with the other two. They were both so excited look at those cute happy faces

The girls both did great. They were both so nervous at first but after a few loops on the magic carpet they wanted to go up the lift...so we did

They were both so nervous at first but after a few loops on the magic carpet they wanted to go up the                                                                     lift...so we did

After finally getting down the hill the girls were ready for a break and a snack

Shortly after we called it a day. The girls lasted longer than both Matt or I thought they would a total of 2 hours! We headed home for hot chocolate and naps.

That evening once Hallie made it home everyone but me decided to play the bean boozled game. I can't handle stuff like that. Its where the jelly beans could be a yucky flavored or the regular good ones. They were good sports and I took the pictures.

There was nothing fancy about today although it was fun to share something that Matt and I both love with the girls. But what I loved most is that we got to be together without many distractions....and thats whats life is really about

New Clothes and Lunch Dates

I should not go shopping. I love to dress the girls. When I found this top on clearance for Em I couldn't resist. She is just so dang cute.

After volunteering we decided to have lunch with Hallie. It was a fun experience and Im trying to soak up the time they want to spend with me, I hope it never ends.

Occasionally we find a stray either in our back yard or at the front door. I often text Teann and let her know and shortly there after she comes to get one or both of them. On this particular night I was cleaning car seats they found their way in and buckled themselves in. This may be the easiest idea for babysitting ever because they can't unbuckle themselves. This is Eden and Em 

Dentist, Shopping, & Best Friends

I love each of our girls for so many reasons but one thing that melts my heart every time is watching their relationships with each other grow. They really are best friends almost all of the time.

After we got our dental insurance in place in January we set up appointments for the girls to get looked at. While Em waited her turn she brushed the monkey's teeth. It was pretty cute to watch.

The girls love Kids Town Pediatric dentistry they have so much fun. The office has a bunch specifically for the kids. 

Sometimes we get creative with shopping. All the girls love reading and it keeps them occupied but it leaves no space for me to shop. I guess that is a good problem to have.

The 3 amigos Honestly I always wondered how the girls would get a long with the space between them and Hallie and Gracie already being so close but that worrying has been in vain. Now that Em is older and can run around with them she is just part of their little group. I love the way they love each other

Silly Hallie

I really think God knew what he was doing when he sent me these 3 sweet, smart, and beautiful girls. They make my life worth living. I only wish I could freeze or slow time down.

Gracie 6th Birthday Take 2

On Sunday after the craziness of Saturday we celebrated Gracie's birthday a second time. At church she got a candy necklace and sung to in primary. 

We then attempted to make a Little Mermaid cake that Gracie requested. She also requested pasta for dinner.

She was so excited to blow out the candles until she thought they would start Ariel on fire. It took a lot of convincing but she finally blew them out and Ariel was unharmed

It was another fun night celebrating this beautiful girl and her turning 6. 

Happy 6th Birthday Gracie

This sweet tender hearted girl of ours turned 6! She requested the same party as last year and after checking a handful of times over a couple weeks we planned essentially the same party as last year. We stared at Pizza Pie Cafe with Matt's parents and the Grahams. She got to open presents and we sang happy birthday all while feeding our faces with as much pizza and pasta we could handle.

After our bellies were full we headed to do some bowling. Grandma and Grandpa had other plans so it was just us and the Grahams until about half way thru when the Bennetts got there. The bowling ally had over scheduled the lanes but we made it work and I think everyone had a great time

We finished just in time to head to Mindi's surprise party. We had cleared it with Gracie first to make sure she was ok to share her birthday and as expected she was excited. The girls opened up the hatchimals in the car and that kept them busy until we got to west valley. Corey was throwing a surprise party for Mindi and of coarse we didn't want to miss it.

This girl is so real and one of the best friends I've ever had. It doesn't matter how long its been since we visited or been together we always just pick up right where we left off.

When we got home we realized we forgot to take pictures with Gracie with her door decor. She was pretty excited about it.

Happy birthday to our favorite 6 year old