Dentist Vist for Ian

Well, it was getting too long that the boys had seen the dentist, so we got them in! (thank you Dr.Sarver!) Ian did really well. He love getting his teeth cleaned and using the little suction tube. He was very brave, and said that the only part that hurt was when they used the 'scrapping tool'. (again, it's been a while and he had plaque!) But he did a great job!

They got to wear sunglasses for the bright light and watch Cartoon Network! Awesome!

Teach a man to fish...

Dave took the boys fishing this past week for the first time this spring! They liked it, I think! I think they like being out with Daddy too!

My little Mister-Mason

My little Mason is so stinkin' cute, so I had to post some cuteness!

Mason has some crazy hair, and this is sometimes what he looks like when he first wakes up from his afternoon nap!

Dave was playing around with him, and wrapped him up like a burrito in a warm blanket (it was cold that morning). He looks so cute just standing there staring into the abyss of the the tv! He likes to wear hats too - but not for long... what a cutie!

I have been getting stuff ready to put away in storage, and here, Mason thinks he's still a baby! um... you're a little big for that, son! He even was buckling himself in and turning it on to hear the music! so funny!

Double Date in Chicago!

Saturday, we had the chance to go to Chicago for dinner with our good friends Shane and Isolde! It was so much fun! Dave and I have never been to dinner in Chicago, or at least I can't remember! We went to the Cheesecake Factory, right underneath the John Hancock Building, and it was AMAZING! The food was so yummy and I ate so much! And I still had half of my plate left! Yeah for leftovers! So I got the Crusted Chicken Romano with Pasta and Tomato Sauce, and Dave had the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Sun Dried Tomatoes! So Yummy! Of course we didn't have room for dessert, but we got it anyway! I mean, we're at the Cheesecake Factory... we need to get some cheesecake!!! I got the red velvet layered cheesecake, and Dave got the snickers cheesecake... both were also AMAZING!! But I was so full, I could only eat about 1/3 of it! But it was fun! it was fun to be with our friends and talk without the kids butting in! haha!

After we ate dinner, we walked down Michigan Avenue a little then walked over to Navy Pier! Dave has never been to Navy Pier, and I guess I didn't realize that! So it was fun to let him see all the fun things there. We took some fun pictures there, and then headed back to the parking garage. It was such a blast! Good friends, good food, good memories!

Easter Sunday

We had a great Easter Sunday and weekend! We were blessed to be able to watch General Conference for the LDS church at home this morning. What a great blessing to hear the words and instruction from a prophet of God and the general authorities!

We went to my mom's for lunch and had wonderful roast beef sandwiches and tons of other great food! YUM! Dave and I got to hide the easter eggs this year for the big hunt, but I guess we didn't do a great job... they got done pretty quickly! doh! But my boys had a great time! Once Mason discovered candy was in the eggs, he quickly shoved 4 jelly beans in his mouth! AH! He was drooling green drool in no time flat! Luke found a lot, and was proud that he got so many! I think he would have eaten all the candy in the bucket if I didn't stop him after about 7! I just know he would have thrown up if I didn't stop him! Ian had a good time finding his '2 eggs' that had money in them! I know he's growing up when he wants the money eggs more! haha! But it was a fun time... it was so windy outside, but at least the rain held off!

The kids getting ready for the hunt. Ian, Luke, and Mason, and their cousins, Trey, Caden and Jenna. Luke finds an egg in a SHOE! (who's not wearing their shoes!?!?)

Yeah Mason! (where are you're shoes?!)

Mason is SO excited!!

Oooo... good eyes, Luke!

Awesome job Ian! What a smile!

On the run for more eggs!

Ian checking out his stash.

My boys :)

Happy Easter everyone!

New Life for my Chairs

After 3 kids, kitchen chairs with fabric surely do take a beating! So, I became very motivated yesterday and bought some fabric to recover my chairs! I have to say I'm pretty proud of myself, although, it's not very hard to do! The fact that I actually did it is awesome! Now that the new fabric is on, I do wish I would have gone with a solid color, but alas... the kids are still growing and constantly wiping messy fingers, spilling milk and whatever else to my chairs... so, hey... I may do this again in a few years anyway!

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Spring Break Curiousity!

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Ian's goodbye to George the Fish

A few weeks ago, Ian's fish, 'George', died. It was a very traumatic time. Instead of writing in his journal about how he felt, he made a poster. I thought it was cute and sentimental, and I hope to keep it until he is older. The date on it is wrong though, George died on March 11, 2010 (3-11-2010) We had a fish funeral and everything, in the which, Ian cried some more. He talks about wanting another fish, but I'm not sure yet. We'll see!

Last Saturday, Ian ended his basketball season with his last game! Ian has learned a lot about basketball participating in the YMCA league! When he started, he basically just knew how to dribble a little and shoot. Now, Ian can understand some of the different rules of basketball. He knows what defense and offense is, how to run and dribble pretty good, how to block his opponent with his hands up, how to try for a rebound and more! I'm so proud of him for trying hard and having fun! We had some rough spots, even where he didn't want to play anymore and would get really discouraged, but 'coach Mom' brought him out of it, and reminded him it was all about having fun! At this last game, Ian got to bring the ball down the court on the last two plays, and he actually made 2 baskets at the end of the game, scoring the tying baskets- even though no one kept score ;) - but I am really proud of him, and proud how he always showed good sportsmanship! Let's just say, Ian LOVED his medal that he got... maybe even more than playing the game! hahah!

A Mom's Vacation!

I had the best opportunity, thanks to my great husband, wonderful mother, and fantastic friends, to go with my friend Michelle, up to Crystal Mountain for some much needed away time and some fun skiing!!! We left early Monday morning for the 4 hour trip! We got situated once there and took a walk around to show me the resort - it was amazing! I felt so blessed to be able to be there with a great friend, and just relax from being a mom and to be myself for 2 whole days! While there, we ate great food - which we didn't have to cook; we watched a few movies - one I would not recommend; but most importantly, we skied until our hearts were content! (and our legs hurt!) :) It was so nice to be back on the slopes. I haven't skied in about 12 years, so this was great for me! I thought I would totally have to re-learn how to ski and spend some time on the bunny hill, but to my surprise, it came back really quickly! I didn't even fall the whole first day! I did end up biffing it on the second day in the evening, and I had to laugh at myself, and Michelle HAD to take a picture! (I think I bugged her too much about taking pictures so I could scrapbook them! haha!) I am so grateful to my mom for watching my boys for 2 1/2 days so that I could have fun! I owe her the world! Here is our adventure in pictures....
Getting ready to goGoggles and helmet I borrowed - don't I look awesome!? I was a little skeptical on wearing it, but it wasn't too bad, and I wore it the whole time. Proved later to be a good thing!Me and Michelle ready to hit the slopes!The sunset was gorgeous on the mountain top.On top of the black diamond (which I DIDN'T go down) overlooking the little village resort. It was breathtaking!My awesome BIFF! Look, my ski even came off! Thank goodness for the helmet! I laughed the whole time! It was awesome!