Month of accomplishments in our home

Much like the rest of the world, I feel like there is always something going on in our home. We had such a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. Dan had some time off school. We had fun friends and their kiddos over for Turkey dinner. Dan's sister came into town for a night and we got to know her hubby a little better and Dan's old high school buddies got to kick it with us for a few hours and watch the big game Saturday.(Utes and BYU). Things have slowed just a tad bit for a minute or two. We are looking forward to our big trip to Utah for the Christmas season and Miss Hadley is either teething or has a cold. Either way we have stayed home a lot this week to let Hadley get some extra zzzzz's. But the weather has been awesome so Hayden and I have been playing much more in the yard. We washed the car the other day and it was the first time Hayden and I didn't fight over whose turn it was to use the hose the whole time! Anyhoo... as for accomplishments lets get started.

Only pic taken on T-day

Hadley has not only conquered the huge stairway we have in our home, but she also knows how to go DOWN the stairs as well! She is a quick learner. She is down to one bottle a day and had no problems adjusting to milk. She easily crawls around now. No real interest in walking. She can lift herself on just about anything. I have caught this little girl saying quite a few random words (but only when she wants too) like Hayden, thank you and toothbrush. (her Dad is a dentist!) She continues to amaze me at how quick she catches on to things. She loves to stand on all fours and stick her bum in the air and sways forward and backward when she is dancing or sitting she will move her entire upper body back and forth with her hands in the air. Favorite toys would be her cookie jar and the printer. Her first birthday is coming up this month, and I am sure she will continue to bring smiles to our faces for years to come.



Where to start with Hayden. Lets start with the best one for mom. He finally counted to 3! This has taken so stinkin long I about gave up! Whenever you asked him to count he would say "one, two..one!" all excited. Sure it's cute, but I spent like 6 months trying to get him to count to 3. Let's just hope it sticks in his noggin. He also learned how to drive Daniel's train that we got out for Christmas. He is actually really good at controlling the remote for the train. Hayden is really good at telling Hadley what to do/what not to do. He has been coming out of his shell more. He is more confident around people and takes much shorter times to warm up to people. He loves riding his bike with Daddy to go get the mail. Favorite toy is his train by far.


Dan is going to kill me. He found my hidden drawer of goodies. At least I know Hadley will look super cute when she gets hair!

Holly's accomplishments start with her amazing black Friday shopping. Got everything minus one on my list. What a thrill, I love it. I also have officially lost all my baby weight before my baby turned one! I lost Hadley's pregnancy weight quite quickly, it was Hayden's I was still working on! Thanks Insanity and my mind for not going insane because I spent the kids nap time EVERY day doing Insanity! Also I have been getting much better with my patience with Hayden. Love the kid, but he is very stubborn.

Heading back out on black Friday after a REALLY late night shopping. Yeah, not in a good mood. Why am I posting this picture?? It is a really bad picture, now you know my true colors, ha!

I am so proud of my Daniel. Along with the patients already in treatment he has put on a few new sets of braces. I swear it feels like he just started but he is in full swing of things! You should see the wires this kid bends, blow your mind bends! He picked the right field. Now that it is cooler (80's) he has started riding his bike to school. I think the biggest sacrifice for this guy is his naps. They have become none existent, other than Sunday naps. Between school, family and homework. This kid has no time for himself.

I can't help but remind myself every time I feel sorry for myself that I don't see my hubby much, that God has always had his hand in my life. I truly believe Heavenly Father send us to south Florida to pay a trillion dollars in tuition and living expenses because it was best for our family. I know I see Daniel much more than most other Orthodontic programs. With the Holiday season upon us, I love sharing Jesus stories with Hayden. Telling him about Jesus birthday and how much he loves us. I know that Heavenly Father has given me a special relationship with Dan and each of my children. He has given me a testimony of the gospel and let me slowly figure things our for myself. He keeps me in line by reminding me of my blessing. He is a beautiful Savior.