Dan Hearts Holly

Introducting..........

2011-12-21T16:21:00.002-05:00

Kylee Alexis born 12/14/11 @ 6lbs 7 oz and 19 inches.

2011-12-05T15:51:00.013-05:00

So lets start with Thanksgiving. Oh what a good night. We had a special dinner with a couple families at a friends home. We were totally overloaded with good food and crazy kids. It was actually a really relaxed night and I enjoyed myself quite well. After ward all the girls decided to hit up the black Friday sales! That was a story in its own. We pretty much all got what we wanted but waited in line to check out for an hour and a half. Even one than ditched out and me and Amy went hard core and hit up Target and Walmart together. We were a little bit smarter about the line at target and it worked out great. Fun night!

Our family has had the camping bug lately. We have a had blast packing up the tent and the marshmallows and hitting the big out doors.

We couldn't find any camp sites on the beach but we were close enough.

The second time we went we hit up the rain. We spent most of the time hanging out in the back of cars, but the kids had an absolute blast. Soaking wet running from car to car. I was grateful that we had good company and fun story tellers when we could finally sit around the camp fire.

This was our camping spot, in case you were wondering what it looks like camping in Florida.

One day we rented canoes. Dan and I were quite the team. We kept running into people and looked like a bunch of goof balls. Poor Dan, he keep telling me which way to paddle, but my slow pregnancy reflexes and big belly to get around didn't help my paddling skills. Pretty much we were just laughing at ourselves the whole time, while the other families looked like total pros!

Kiddos chugging yogurt before church! My little man is going to be in primary soon! He is having mixed feelings, but I think he will really like it.

We hit up this park over the weekend up north and it was a total blast for the kids. They had a robot exhibit, and a fun little area for the little ones and a outdoor play ground. Our kids went wild and loved it.

Hads was a little bit over obsessed with RTD2(is that his name?) She would laugh like crazy and run around him.

Hayden played with all the robot controls. You could control an arm and have it pick up blocks, or drive a car and all sorts of cool stuff.

Just my little sweety with her acquired pig tails, ready with her "black shoes" for church.//////

M&M's

2011-10-30T22:47:00.014-04:00

What a blast! Halloween was such fun this year! We took the kiddos to a pumpkin patch and let them roam around for a while and play all over the pumpkins, which we never purchased! I thought pumpkin patch pumpkins are suppose to be cheaper than the store? Apparently not here. $14 bucks for a squash, no thank you! But we had fun just chillin.

Just some random photos of the kids goofing around.

We got our non pumpkin patch pumpkins, Haldey was more than ecstatic. Both kids were going nuts picking every pumpkin they could get there hands on and trying to put them in the grocery cart. After we got them home, Hads was pretty much making out with them the first half hour they were home.

My mom growing up did such a great job at making the holidays special for us. I loved it, it made so great memories. I wanted to try a little magic potion like mom did for us. We mixed up some Kool-Aid, and hit up the dry ice store. Hadley picked a purple potion and Hayden did red.

The kids helped me make some jello with eye balls and worms in it. We also made "mummy dogs" hot dogs wrapped in stripped crescent rolls. It was super simple and they had a blast putting it together and their buddies that came over thought it was pretty cool. Hadley totally freaked out when the magic potion starting bubbling, but when it came close to her she flipped and started screaming "Hot, Hot!" Hilarious. Funny thing is... my kids(and I think most of their friends) have never had Kool-Aid before and only had jello a couple times. So pretty much no one ate or drank anything besides the hot dogs! But the reaction from the kiddos was priceless. By the end of the night the dry ice had carbonated the Kool-Aid and Dan and I were downing the grape potion because it tasted like a divine grape soda! So good!

Hayden wanted to be Frankenstein at story time. I must say he pulled it off pretty well!

On to the trick or treating. Hayden got the option of being an M&M or an M&M. I am was not feeling motivated to go all out this year with costumes, but they were more than happy to dress up as candy. They got to go to the store and pick out there favorite colors. And even though these costumes were beyond easy, I think they turned out just fine!

We went to a big strip mall and hit up the trick or treating. Both did a great job and made out with plenty of loot. They also had a fire truck to check out, so the kiddos blast driving and playing around.

My mischief maker!

Kiddos with their buddies. Later that night we had the ward trunk or treat. Which got rained out and we headed indoors. Can I just say that people are so talented! So many moms made awesome costumes for their kids, and they were so creative! We were surrounded by cute kids all day!

The weather is so warm here you have to wait to carve your pumpkin or it will go bad with in a day or two. Hayden and Hadley picked out Mickey and Minnie for their pumpkins. Hayden was interested for a while, Hadley was a little too interested! Mom and Dad did most of the work.

I think we carved pumpkins in record time this year! Dan was very proud of his Mickey, I claim he has an unfair advantage of a steady hand and many years of dental work under his wing. My Minnie was okay, but you can tell I don't have the skills of a pumpkin carving master!

On actual Halloween we have a few more activities, but I have class at night so we probably won't do too much.

2011-10-19T08:31:00.009-04:00

Here we are working on a fall craft, one minute all is happy...

Next, drama. Hayden got a little excited telling me where to put the leaves and he touched the hot glue gun.

Sibling love. This happens all day long and usually ends with someone crying. Hadley got her face painted the day before.

Daniel had gotten the kids to love to play in the rain. It was down pouring and they all head out side to play.

There is a little ditch on the side of the house that collects all the water, pretty much they were bathing it the huge mud pile!

Hadley playing with her dolly's binkie

Fun camping in the hallway. Which includes roasting mallows and hotdogs and starting a fire!

injury

2011-10-08T20:30:00.002-04:00

Alright, I am always posting about my kiddos but this time it's about me. Life has been a blur the last few weeks which for a pregnant woman is quite nice. Lets begin back a few months, starting with this pregnancy. This 3rd child has taken a toll on me and she is still only in the womb. I started off with a hard 1st trimester not so much sickness but everything else. I think it put me in a weird depression. I think it had to do with hormones and the fact that my usual exercising went totally out the window, so there goes all those endorphins. So here I am 27 years old feeling like I am going through a mid life crisis. Well I always have said I wanted to go back and finish my schooling, and Dan and I decided this was a good time. I really needed something to get my mind going, something to give me some confidence. So I am now back in school 3 nights a week at college here is south Florida. It has really helped. I am out of the house, doing my own thing and Dan has got to spend a lot of time with the kiddos.
But the story does not end there. Things are going better life is progressing, than a few nights in a row I had a hard time sleeping because of wonderful leg cramps. So what do I do... put on my running shoes and hit the pavement. Not the smartest thing to do when you are 26 weeks preggo. Back up just a moment more to when I was preggo with Hadley where the last two weeks were absolutely miserable because of pelvic pressure. I would call the dr everyday crying until they drugged me up because I was in so much pain. But as soon has the princess arrived it was gone. So back to running, the last mile I slowed it down because I could feel pressure down there. The next day or two I was a little sore down there but it did wonders on my leg cramps, so what do I do....hit the pavement again! Horrible idea!! I get home and I struggle to make it up the stairs. After a few days of misery I look into whats going on with my body. Both my Dr. hubby, and OB have confirmed pelvic girdle pain. Plan of action.....nothing. I have torn a ligament in my pelvis because of the trauma I had with Hadley and than working out. My doctor said that this pain will not even start to heal until after the baby is born. Anything I do aggravates it. You have no idea how much you use your pelvic mucles until you have injured it. Anything from going up the stairs, putting on pants, lifting the kiddos, walking, or getting up from a chair. Anything causes pain. Good news is there is no harm to baby, she is safely hanging out, putting pressure down there. Little miss is healthy and happy. Mom not so much. the last three weeks have been rough physically. Dan has done well with helping me survive. He does get after me a lot for doing things that cause pain, but men do not realize how much has to been done around the house just to keep the family going everyday. But he still supports me when I go into my "melt down mode." Hayden is actually pretty sympathetic also. He sees me struggle and will ask "You okay mom, whats wrong, is baby sis kicking you?"
So that is my complaining for now, I still have 2 1/2 months which I am sure I will do some more complaining. But I do have to say how grateful I am that my hubby is sweet and helpful and that after a few weeks of sick kids that they are now doing well. I think I have had a fairly easy life and so I need a few challenges here and there. Dan and my kids make me so happy, and make life so fun. I am excited to add more spice to my life with another girl. Dan has tried his hardest to make me happy and keep my mood up. Anyone that knows me, knows I am the spontaneous crazy person in our marriage. Not so much lately, but Dan has really brought a lot of crazy happy moments in our life to keep things interesting which I really appreciate. I hope I will soon be back to my crazy self instead of miss boring, complaining woman. In the mean time you will see me walking around like I need a cane. But if you try and make fun of me, I may whip out a cane and beat you down, like all the rest of the angry old ladies you see down here in Florida!

Labor Day weekend and a visit from Kenna

2011-09-19T14:48:00.017-04:00

Dan's sister came to Florida for a week and brought her 2 kiddos. Baby T and Kenna that is 5 (today!) I took hardly any pictures and don't want to fix the ones Dan took (he always takes them sideways and I too lazy to fix them) So here are just some totally random pictures for my whole 3 readers out there!
We hit up Hollywood beach twice, first time did not work out well. It down poured for 45 min while we waited in a garage. The kids went crazy and got soaking wet going in and out of the rain, but after a while of waiting Dan ran in the rain to get the car and pick us up. So that day was a dud. But next time was a success. Kenna loved the beach! Maybe a little too much! Momma was occupied with the baby and she had no floaties with her. It was so fun to she her so excited about the beach and I am so relieved everyone made it home alive!

Why is it that whenever I go anywhere with my kiddos they think its time to eat? They can always find the food!

Kenna crashing through the waves! Whenever Dan and I took her out she was terrified of the sharks and fish in the water. Which made Hayden a little on edge.

Baby T. Oh he looks just like Hayden did. He's got those big eyes and huge eyes brows like the rest of Dan's fam. He was such a good baby. As you can tell Hadley was more than happy to help "baby" out in any way she could.

Kenna and Hayden had alot of fun together. Kenna loved having someone to play with all the time. They would run around shooting dragons everywhere in the house. But Hayden had to bring out the bully in himself and after a few days and was teasing and bugging Kenna like he does his own sister. Kenna did not like it so much. Poor girl!

We went to the keys and fed the tarpoon. Man these fish are huge! Kenna and Hayden were a little hesitant at first to touch the stinky fish, but when Hadley and Dan had no problem they quickly changed their minds.

Some friends recommend a quite little place on the ocean. It was yummy food and relaxed enough to let the kids run free. Kenna is such a cute little girl.

Some times you gotta go straight to the tickling to get a smile for the camera!

While Heather and her fam hit up a glass bottom boat tour, we hit up the snorkeling beach. Let just say these were not like the beaches by our house. Rocky and slimy. Totally grossed me out and the kids were not liking it at all! I wish I would have brought some shoes for them to wear in the water. But it was so cool to see all the neat fish in the water with no waves. I saw massive ones floating along in a school of fish. We took turns going out and watching the kids but Hayden most the time just rode around on your back begging you to go our farther! I hated going out very far so Dan got most the swim time. I guess I get a little anxious.

Got this out for Baby T and I think he sat in it once! Hadley thought it was a wonderful sitting spot.

I took Heather to the splash pad one day and of course took no pic's. But we had lunch and a squirrel came and stole Hayden's sandwich. The kids all got a good laugh and when I realized what was going on a snatched the sandwich back (it was in a plastic bag)

Heather has a love of Waffle House! It was my first experience. of course I am pregnant and ate the food, but I will never go back!

I didn't know what to expect but it was no ihop and my little girl was not in the best of spirits that morning!

what girls is not in love with all kinds of shoes?

My belly's getting big

2011-09-08T22:34:00.009-04:00

So here are just some randoms pictures of the last few weeks. I gave Hadley pudding for the first time and it was hilarious! She loved it. She kept opening up her mouth really big and than would say "yummy!"

When Hayden was done I had him undress and I put him on the table while I took his pants to the laundry and came back and he said "look mom, my belly's getting big like Dad!" No mention of my expanding belly.

random scuzzes

wild hair

My crazy child

Getting ready for church

attempting yet another summer-salt.

Cheese for the camera!

Hayden turned 3

2011-09-08T21:52:00.004-04:00

Hayden had kept saying "My birthday's coming up mom!" and they day finally arrived. It was a little emotional for me to realize my boy is growing up. We actually had a couple extra girls that week because their parents were on a cruise so it was a crazy, fun week. But I have an awesome friend that came over and watched all three girls along with her boy while I took Hayden to pick his cake and have some one on one time on his birthday. He had a hard time choosing his cake, he is totally into robots, but his heart is still loyal to lighting Mcqueen!

Hayden was checking on his cake about every 5 minutes throughout the day. Weeks leading up to his birthday you would ask him what he wanted for his birthday and we would respond " Cake and ice cream!"

I didn't want to through Hayden a party because of different reasons but very last minute we invited a couple friends over just for cake and ice cream and it worked out great. I of course took no pictures. Hayden blew out his candles before we sang to him, so I light them back up and he had a hard time the second go round. It was more spitting than blowing on the candles!

It was such a special day and he got to have his favorite dinner of burritos. He now has every Mator or lighting mcqueen car that has ever been made! But he loves everyone of them and mom found an awesome super cheap road rug at Ikea that he is now obsessed with (way to go mom!)
Hayden has turned into my jokester.
He is always trying to make jokes and be silly for his sister.
His favorite color is orange.
He is getting SO close to be night potty trained.
He is in love with his firetruck blanket.
Hates putting on his p.j.'s
favorite book is "The naked mole rat gets dressed" and "The grumpy dump truck"
Calls letters "A's" instead of letters
Wants to name is new sister "baby princess"
Loves to play "go fish"
Always turning on the radio and demanding that everyone dance.
And is always taking about how he is going to the airport to go to granpa and gammas house, he can even show you on a map where he lives and where they live!

This kid makes me laugh everyday. Three years has gone by so fast, but it is hard to remember life without my little stinker.

Our Newest addition

2011-08-12T16:15:00.003-04:00

I actually had my ultra sound at 18 weeks, and a very strong feeling a few week before that. I am super excited to announce or newest addition will be another GIRL! Dan was in a little disbelief but he loves his girls and is excited to add more to our family.

kiddos and preggo update

2011-08-12T15:15:00.009-04:00

Look at that sweet smile, could you ever believe she is a major drama queen/dad manipulator? Hadley loves the camera, only if she gets to look at the picture right after you take it AND she loves to be the one taking the picture. Can't tell you how many times this week I found my camera in an odd place with some crazy pictures on it.

Going to the bathroom is a sibling event. Whenever she realizes Hayden is going potty she joins in. Mostly trying to help him put his underwear back on. She comes to me all the time she wants to sit on the potty. But out of the 50 times she has sat on the potty (on her own will) she has only actually found a surprises in there once. I think she just wants to be like the rest of the fam.

This is her pushing face! K, so here is my funny story this week. Got home from a long and hot stroller ride. I was more than in need of a shower. So I hit shower, I can hear the kids playing outside the door for awhile and than...silence. So I hurry and finish up to investigate. Than Hadley walks in saying "yucky mom, yucky" I noticed what I thought was a smooshed raisin from the stroller ride on her shirt and hands so I follow her lead to the kids bathroom. I walk into Hayden next to the potty with poop all over his shirt, hands, toilet seat and floor with his pants and underwear in the garbage. Hayden looks up at me like deer in head lights and says " I cleaning it mom, see I cleaning it with toilet paper." He had started to go and than hopped on the toilet made a mess on the seat and he and Hadley had tried to clean up the mess by spreading it around the seat with toilet paper. So no it was not a raisin on Hadley's shirt. A huge mess! But so hard not to laugh. Hayden is totally potty trained and it's very rare to have an accident. He even stays dry during naps but night time is another story. I tried a sticker chart to motivate him for a new toy but after a few nights he lost interest, which makes me think he CAN stay dry but he is to lazy to get out of bed at night. Any suggestions that worked for you and your kiddos night training?

Here is a 20 week picture of baby #3. This pregnancy has definitely took it toll. As I look back now I think I was in a depression along with the morning sickness the first 16 weeks. Gaining weight so fast with no energy to do anything about it really got to me. It just sucks to work so hard to loose weight from Hadley (the biggest I had ever been!) and see it come all back so quickly. I am learning to embrace my new figure and hope I have the ambition to loose it all again. The hormones have definitely come into play the last few weeks. Lets just say I made it the first half of pregnancy but I don't know if my husband will make it the last half. He deals with my emotions pretty well, but I can be a wreck within a snap of a finger!

Hayden asks to make cake for dinner and cookies for breakfast all the time. If you ask him what time it is 80% of the time his response it "ice cream time!" He has a big sugar tooth but not really. He never finishes what he starts. Hadley on the other hand. Eats her's within seconds and than hits up mom or dad and when thats gone she goes to finish up what ever treat Hayden has left.

Look how big my baby is! When I had Hadley it felt like I remembered everything about babies and things came back so quickly when she was born. Now It seems crazy to think a little baby will be joining us and I have forgotten all my little tricks!

2011-07-28T15:08:00.012-04:00

So Dan has ditched me yet again. I swear he has a conference every month. It was the first time we dropped him off at the airport and Hayden didn't cry. He just kept saying " I wanna go to grandpa's house." I was sad, I always do miss my hubby. But I have to look at the positives, with no hubby around I don't have to cook real meals and I don't have to pretend to get ready everyday. :)

my little digital camera is really not great at focusing, but here are so fun ones for you mom. Oh wait did I forget to mention that my family ditched me too!!! Yeah they are all up at a family reunion in the mountains some where getting eaten alive by skittos! Yes, I am a tad bit jealous, but camping + 2 wild kids + prego - hubby= craziness for mom, not to mention the cost of flying out. I will try and make another trip before miss Hadley has to pay for a ticket but no plans as of now. But mom here are some pics for when you are re cooperating from your trip. They have a little story time and craft at the mall a few times a month. The kids just go wild with there buddies running around. They always have free face painting and the last couple times we haven't gotten it done (thankfully my son does not like standing in long lines) but it was a short line and Hayden loved his pirate. Hadley does not like to be bossed so she will not sit and get anything painted.

Dancing at story time. I felt like my kids were a little out of control this week. But they had awesome naps when we got home.

This is Hayden's "no babies allowed"shirt. Yes, according to Hayden "I getting big mom, Hadley getting baby." Check out this kids hair! It has grown in so straight! Much less wild than last year. This hair do has had some assistance with a little gel and hair spray.

Trying so hard to get everyone to look, but Hadley does not like the flash.

Hayden has taken up an interest in robots. Maybe more of an obsession, by the looks of that face? Oh he looks just like his dad and uncles when they where little.

Proof that Hadley is getting a little hair. It's outta control most of the time.

Playing ice cream play dough and Hayden has to make a road. Hadley tried like 20 times to eat the play dough ice cream cone and every time would say "Yucky"

Sunday morning fun

Chillaxin

Was that a blonde Tom Cruise?

Hadley at 18 months

2011-07-17T21:28:00.007-04:00

She made it! 18 months, crazy, but not really. This girl has made my life awesome. She is miss sunshine. Wakes up with a smiles and giggles and goes to bed with no fuss hugging her Ariel doll. She has definitely also added drama to our lives. GIRLS! :)

So at 18 months this sweet girl wakes up and quietly waits for her mom in her crib. Almost every morning I come in she has wet the bed! She is a drinker! After a quick change she heads to either Dads bed or Hayden's bed for good morning kisses and spanks (really into love spanks, who taught her that???)

She has kinda slowed down on eating the entire house for breakfast. Just a bowl of oatmeal and maybe a little cereal will fill that belly. We have a little table that I used to let the kids eat all there meals on, but Hadley is such a social bug that she would take a couple bites and than wonder around visiting mom and dad, so under much protest from brother everyone now eats at the big table so Miss Hadley can be strapped down for the duration of the meal.

It is amazing how quick your second child catches on to things. Things have been a lot different with Hadley. She talks like mad. Using new words everyday and talking in phrases. Most common , "I want drink, thank you, spank, spank, spank and yuck potty" She is an awesome communicator and always worries about others. More than just in love with her thumb and blankets. My sister in law sent me some stuff to put on her thumb to help stop the sucking. She kept saying "huh, yucky" and showing me her thumb but she had it sucked off within about 30 seconds. We will keep trying....

She struggles with the flash of the camera in all her pictures, promise she is mostly smiles. This pictures shows our matching eyes. Same hazel green color. She enjoys helping me put make up on and gets to wear lipstick when she wants. Brushes her hair and put on all my bracelets and necklaces.

She is a very good singer and sings the alphabet better than Hayden. She get up on the stool and helps me cook dinner almost every night. She is so interested in everything. Including the potty. If Hayden pee's outside, Hadley tries to take off her pants so she can do the same. She sits on the potty multiple times a day on her own and grabs her diaper and says "poop" when she went to the bathroom. Very into clothes. Picks out not only her outfits but Hayden's as well. Loves stuff animals, Minnie being her favorite. I would have to say it is a tie between the alligator and giraffe as a favorite animal.

I wanted to take a bunch of pictures on Sunday, but she was up coughing some of the night and woke up with a mild cold. ( I think this is only her 2nd cold she has had at home, it is always in Utah this girl gets sick!) So after a good sleep-in Sunday we didn't have much time before church. So just a couple pics with runny noses. We have had a couple rough evening, but after I realized it was her teeth and drugged her up she returned to fairly normal Hadley. At her Dr appointment she was at 27 1/2 lbs and 34 inches. Dr said that she will be looking down to her momma when she grows up! She definitely has my side of the family genes with her love of food, carbs and sweets. I love having more girl power in our home even when it comes with a little drama! She gets along so well with any kids and is best friends with her brother. This girl brings so much happiness to our home. Even though it seems weird that she has hit 18 months, she is so mature for her age and seems older to me. I often get comments from strangers asking if Hayden and Hadley are twins. Dan and I have really loved all the moments this girl has given us the last 18 months! ")

Florida 4th and 3rd

2011-07-15T14:05:00.012-04:00

So we started the celebrations on the 3rd because I wanted to have a fun little get together with friends but I also wanted to take the kids to there first fire works show. We had a house full of people and kids running around like mad. It was on Sunday, so even though my kids had naps they were still a little on the cranky side. But they still managed fairly well. I took a total of 3 pictures the whole night. But we had PLENTY of fireworks and food and wonderful company.

Even the younger kids did pretty good with all the noisy fireworks. The little boys were all into it, helping the "men" by sorting out the fireworks and telling them which ones to light next.

It definitely was a chill-laxin evening and not too much on the humid side.

This was our actual 4th. Do you as a mother ever have these dreams of what your family will one day be...? As silly as this sounds I have always dreamed of being a wagon family! I have wanted a wagon for awhile to let my kids stroll around as we head to the park or lets say in this situation a parade. Well I made my dream come true! I found this very nice but broken wagon at a yard sale, purchased for 5 $ spend 6 $ replacing the bent axle in both front wheels. So in total my wagon cost me 18 $ and some work from my sexy handy man, Dr. D! I love it, the kids love it, Dan thinks I nutzO. But I am happy, so he is happy :)

The parade did not disappoint. Very slim on the parade goers which made it a blast for the kiddos no competition for the candy. They had a TON! I let them have at if for a couple days before helping it disappear into the trash (maybe mom was having at it to much!)

Hayden commentated the entire parade, while miss Hadley waved and bugged mom to open the candy faster. It rained right before the parade and really cooled things off, but about 15 minutes in the humidity kicked up ten fold and we were all sweating bullets. But because of my handy dandy wagon, mom fit plenty of water to help support this fine family of four!

Thank you, thank you, thank you, grandma Lou. This was a huge hit. We have this little ditch on the side of the house that was perfect for the slip and slide. I only wish we had secondary water so we could play with it daily!

Later at the firework show, Hadley was showing off all her moves. This girl gets low! But as soon as she started attracting people and was getting standing ovations she was outty!

This is what we have been "up" to.

Playing at the park waiting for the fireworks.

There were plenty of people at the park, just a few miles from the house. But Dan scouted us out the perfect spot with hardly anyone around and perfect view of the main event and all the other little firework displays around the city. Hayden loved it. Hadley.... well she sat still for about 5 min before she thought it was time to torture mom with loves and open mouth kisses and horsey rides. It was a blast, and even a little romantic for Dan and I. It's been a while since we had our blankets out at a real firework show. It was for the most part a perfect day, and a great weekend! The kids don't really understand at all the concept of the day, besides America's birthday. But they love to wave their flags around and scream "America!"

St. Augustine

2011-07-13T20:47:00.015-04:00

We took a much needed family trip up north to St. Augustine at the end of June. It was a 4 hour ride and the kids got a little restless but it wasn't to bad. We had a blast, there are so many things to do in this historic town. It is the oldest city in the nation that is still in its original state. They have just made the place into this huge (yet quite) tourist town. Most popular are the forts that still stand today. We hit up Castillo De San Marcos first. Huge fort and very interesting all sorts of rooms and hidden rooms inside rooms.

This picture makes the fort look so small, but it is hidden by a hill which made it very hard to be hit by enemy targets. One time while under attack the whole city lived within these walls for 100 something days.

Girl loves her some guns!

This was one of the small draw bridges. The place was once surrounded by a river of water for protection.

One of the many look out spots.

A hidden room, kinda creepy!!! OOOOOO!

Check out that gun show.

Can you tell how hot it is? Even though you kinda get used to the heat, you still sweat like mad.

They had an old school cannon demonstration. Hayden freaked out a little after they shot it off, so the rest of the trip I teased him about it. He would just say "yeah mom, I cried."

Another fort was kinda fun trip where you get to ride a boat across the river to this tiny little fort and only 4 soldiers lived there. You had to use ladders to get up to the top. Kinda a quite place. In 80 years of service only 2 warning shots were fired.

Everything is so historic, look how gorgeous this place is. They have an old gigantic hotel that is now a college.

We took a city walk tour at night, it was nice and relaxing the guy in the green was our tour guide. He keep us entertained!

And the stroller kept the kids entertained.

The pirate museum is a must do for kids. Disney had there hand in helping putting it together. You can't take pictures inside, but was very well put together.

Someone went to the naughty chair! :)

Lots of yummy food and treats. If you head out there you must hit up this Popsicle place called hippo. Oh I am still craving there yummy pina colda Popsicle. We also ate some unbelievable gyros and burrito joint.

Touch a Truck

2011-07-13T20:27:00.007-04:00

At the end of June one of the city's close to us had a touch a truck day. I swear most weekends we can find something fun to do at one of our surrounding city's! We got there early but it still got hot fast. It was pretty awesome, they pretty much let the kids have free range of all sorts of cars. There was an Ambulance, fire trucks, cop cars, tractors, jeeps, semi trucks, garbage trucks, cranes, buses and military vehicles of all sorts. They helped you jump on in and honk the horn and explore around. The whole family enjoyed it.

Aren't all little boys overly fascinated with garage trucks?

So this was Hayden first time on a bus, it was kinda rough getting him to move on to the other wondrous things because he was pretty stoked.

Chill-lax-in for 5 seconds, this girl does not slow down for very long.

Driving the bus

Sitting in the ambulance. It was so warm that they actually had the fire hose running on the fire truck to let the kids run in to cool off.

A couple of the tractors you could actually have a guide help you navigate the controls. This is Hayden on the crane, putting the big ball into a garbage can. As you can tell pretty serious stuff!

This is the back of one of the Military trucks. I was so glad we went early not only because it was a tad bit cooler but it also got really busy. By the time we left the place was swamped. But we will totally hit this up again next year.

More Utah

2011-06-28T15:00:00.008-04:00

So I have not been doing much of ANYTHING lately. I have been so blaa with this pregnancy. But the last two days I have felt kinda normal. So things are getting done around the house, I have done a little exercise I am just praying that I can keep this feeling for a few months! But anyhoo.. I still have not posted about much of the things that we did on our trip to Utah. It was pretty chilly for my kiddos and all I had was pretty much long pants for them. We don't wear coats in Florida people!

This was our quick trip to Antelope Island. It is just a few miles from the inlaws house but we never go. There was some cowboy party going on that made it kinda fun. But it was cold. We did find some hot chocolate.

Thanksgiving point. We went with Stacey, grandma and grandpa and Travis and Christa. Hayden loved the dinosaurs but was hard to get him to come out of that dang stroller! He is a little lazy and hates to walk. But he had fun and loved watching the "dinosaur show"

They had this fun little sand area where kids could get messy and play with little plastic dinos in the sand and water. Hayden actually got out of the stroller and really enjoyed it.

I loved that Hadley got to spend some time getting to know her cousin Shaylee a little better this trip. Hads kinda had a hard time with her other cousin Luke before she meet Shaylee so they had a rocky start. Hadley is beyond drama queen, but she realized how friendly and nice Shaylee was and they did pretty good with each other.

OOOOOO... this is something I want to remember forever! My first pedicure! Cindy treated Christa and I to a pedicure with the Walmart gals, oh they did wonderful. So relaxing, I wanted to spend the entire day there.

Christa brought over her kites and the kiddos loved it. Hayden got a spider man all to himself and did really well flying it if someone helped him get it up in the air.

Hadley pretty much ran around screaming at everyone to give her the kite they were flying. She had a lot of fun with Stacey.

Oh the zoo. We made these big plans for the Zoo after the "men" went fishing. Everyone was very excited. It was an adjustment for us to tag along with the whole crew. We are kinda used to doing our own thing on our own time, but it turned out pretty fun following the older girls around. Hadley was freaking out at every animal she saw, it was hilarious. But after a while she was a lot to handle! She got a little too excited and had to be held to see everything. The stroller is not for her!

THe weather for once turned out perfect. Not to chilly. The SLC Zoo had a lot to see and I, myself really enjoyed it. But I do have to say that it is nothing like the Columbus Zoo.

The train at the zoo was a pure delight for Hayden all 75 seconds of it! Your kidding me right!? We stood in line and listened to hayden freak out about the train for a 2 minute ride? Oh my gosh it was more than heck getting that kid off that thing and the tantrum that followed! I am trying to block my memory and remember the good times! We meet at the in-laws after for pizza and A&W root beer. Travis took a million pics and gave them to Dan, but they are on his laptop. I am sure one day I will get them and do a little more blogging. Do ever forget what you did on vacation until you look at pictures? Well I have a few more posts to make about the fun back in Florida!

Girls night out

2011-06-12T22:05:00.006-04:00

Jam put together a fun night for just us gals. Lets just say it went way to fast. The ride in it self was a little crazy, try putting together 5 girls! 4 sisters and Lou, yeah it was wild. First thing we did was eat, because girls love to eat. We went to a fancy little place, where Keen and Mom fought over which finally to watch on TV (dancing with the stars or biggest loser) Thank goodness when we got back to the room we had two tv's. I totally thought we were going to have a throw down.

After Jam and keen pigged out on licorice while they were watching biggest loser, the 3 of us hit the pool. Lou and Lori equals LAME. Lets not talk about while they didn't join us.

I wish I had a better picture of me in my swim suit, I got this new top that I put under my old swim tops, lets just say it lifts and separates! Isn't that what every woman who has ever had a child wants? The girls were quite jealous. After a our dip we started cooking in the kitchen. We made these absolutely to die for fruit nachos! Check out or recipe blog if you want to indulge your taste buds.

Most of us stayed up Way to late, and woke up early to begin our party. After keen and I tried to go for a run (it was pretty sad, I blame it on the altitude) We started primping each other. I always tease Keen that she makes everyone look like a hooker, so she started working her magic on anyone that she could grab.

This was after all our fun with makeups and hair brushes and I do have to admit that I don't think any of us really pass as hookers!

The main event was getting mom all refreshed! check out this before picture. Keen went to town on her make up and we took her to a salon near our shopping and got her all dolled up.

This is the after! Two different women right!? She looked amazing and she loved her new little hair dresser friend. It took a lot of convincing to cut her hair but in the end she really liked her new look. While mom was at the salon the girls went to the outlets. It was a blast and I wish we had more time, or even another day. It's just trouble to get us all together, but I wish we could do it more often without all the kiddos and hubbies that can sometimes be a distraction from our girl fun!

Ogden Half marathon 2011

2011-06-07T15:48:00.008-04:00

This half was thee funnest run I have had in a long time! The Fordham fam, Lori and myself decided to run this race a LONG time ago. The race filled up in 5 days! Jam took her part by staying the night at Keens and totally taking care of the kiddos! She did awesome, she getting up in the wee hours of the morning and got 3 little kiddos out the door signs made and all to root on the runners!

Jam showing off her hard work! Everyone is happy!

Of course Keen was the first to cross the finish line 1 hr 42 min. 5th in her age group. We were all pretty excited for her.

EJ came next. Just over 2 hours. This guy is such a punk, he made me think all morning that he was gonna run right by my side. Nope he was gone within 2 mins after we started! I can't say I blame him he whooped my butt, but I do blame him, I do blame you EJ!

Here I am 3 potty stops later and a VERY rough last mile coming in at 2 hrs 17 min.

Here we are waiting for Lori, we saw Lori cross the finish line and than we lost her the rest of the day. You notice something in the pic?? Maybe an expanding belly? Yep I ran 13.1 miles pregnant AND beat my last years time by 23 minutes. I found out just a few weeks before the race and realized I wouldn't be able to give it my all, but I still had a blast and knew there will be many more races in the future. Everyone that I talked to were pretty sore the next few days. We looked like a bunch of old people walking around. The down grade hills is what I think made it so fun running along a river most the way, but I also think that is what caused all the pain. I never get that sore!

Home made planter

2011-05-11T15:28:00.008-04:00

I put my boys to work. I want so badly my home grown tomatoes, the neighbors' make me drool every time I walk outside. Dan said "Done deal, what else you want?" We all went to home depot and the boys loaded up the cart while hads and I wandered.

Dan is just so good with his hands (hence the dentist, Orthodontic career) He put this baby together so fast. Hayden and I just held a board here and there. He bought some fence post, cut them up, put in a few screws and BAM! He whipped out a plantar box!

Kiddo turned this project into his bridge.

Painting. Go Holly, I picked out this paint on the "Oops" isle for ONE DOLLAR.

After we let it dry we added dirt, tomatoes, squash and a few pea. Cilantro and basil in pots.
Ten days later my tomates are a foot tall, squash(seeds) are 4 inches, peas(seeds) 1 inch and cilantro and basil have sprouted. Can't believe how fast they took off. I will have my tomates in no time!

Another little project. My super sweet neighbor gave me his son's old sand box. So we filled it up with sand. Of course it's a hit. I love it. Even though it so FREAKING hot here that the kids can only play in the wee hours of the morning or evening when the bugs are out. Which no amount of bug spray can stop them from drinking Hayden's sweet blood. It's a lot of fun doing simple fun projects as a family!

regress

2011-05-11T14:27:00.004-04:00

HELP! What do I do?? Hayden was doing SO good at potty training. He was accident free (#1) for two weeks and than we had an accident, next day 3 accidents! I am pulling my hair out! This kid was doing amazing, I even stopped putting pull ups on him for his naps and he would stay dry! It's like he thinks the potty is a punishment or something!! Advice or tips PLEASE!

I funny mom

2011-04-21T15:23:00.003-04:00

Just wanted to remember some of the cute things Hayden has said in the last couple days.

Yesterday Hayden was super grouchy in the morning and I just could not handle it. So I told him to go upstairs and take a nap in his bed (at 9:30 in the morning.) So he goes up to his bed and I leave him there for an hour. I could hear him talking with his stuff animals every so often. So I walk in his room and ask "Did you get in a good nap?" he replies "Yeah mom, I take a nap, I so funny." Guess he thought he had me tricked that he was sleeping.

Today as Hadley was going through my night stand drawer she found my bottle of loose coins, she was playing with it pretty intently. I asked her, "That is a lot of money Hadley, what are you going to buy with all that money?" Without skipping a beat Hayden chimes in "ice cream and cheese!"

Today after he did his business on his little potty he stood up and said, "Mom, I poop a hot dog!"

Wicked Easter

2011-04-18T22:59:00.015-04:00

That is right my friends, I went to the musical "Wicked" this weekend. It was very entertaining. I talked Emily into going with me even though she had seen it before. So glad she came with me. It was a blast and my hubby got us awesome seats off stub hub.

The place was totally packed and Emily had some of the most interesting people sitting right next to her. One lady behind her broke down crying during one of the songs.

Poor prego Emily, I made her walk a million miles until I could find a wicked sign. Can you believe she is 24 weeks?? This is definitely a fun play and you need to go see it if you get a chance.

Also this weekend we got to see the Easter Bunny.

Hadley is not a afraid of anyone, but lets just say she didn't jump into the bunny's arms.

This place was awesome they had a egg hunt for 3 and under, check out all those eggs! Plenty for everyone.

This was both kiddos first ever egg hunt. So I had to prep them both.

Needless to say they needed close to no coaching. They both did great.

Had's started by kicking the eggs(she is really into soccer) but after a min she started putting them in her basket.

showing off the goods. It was great. Even though It was kinda annoying with the couple of parents that were frantically picking up the eggs and shoving them into their kids bags. Especially when there was hardly any kids and plenty of eggs, and no pushing and shoving, people are just greedy. Hayden got them all himself and had an entire grocery bag full of eggs!

The face painting. Hayden was pretty upset when the guy wouldn't do a race car. But once he saw his puppy face he got over it.

Hadley's kitty (she would not hold still)

Back at the car. It was raining on and off all day. But I pretty fun day.

Potty training update:
Hayden has gone 2 days with no pee accidents! Can hardly believe it! #2 is little more of a struggle. I think this kiddo has pretty good control of his bladder because he has never had an accident when we are out and about, but I would like to add that this is not the first time I have tried potty training with Hayden. I tried a few months ago and it was a disaster. We went through about ten pairs of underwear before noon. I gave up. But I tried again because he would tell me every time we would pee in his diaper. I hope things keep going this well.
One quick story from church on Sunday. Hayden has never used the big potty just one of those little ones you can take from room to room. So Daniel was taking Hayden to the potty at church for the first time on a real toilet. Hayden sat down and said "Dad, I going pee on potty! Dad, I makin a mess..." Dan looks down and he hadn't positioned him quite right and he was peeing on the floor!

Recipe blog

2011-04-14T13:56:00.014-04:00

So my sisters and I are always talking food. So we made a blog that we all contribute to (well most of us LORI(I know you cook, you lazy bum!)) Anyhoo, check it out. I got the Best Bites recipe book and totally love it. I kinda have found that cooking has gotten me out of my recent slump. It's a love hate relationship. Last week I ran 28 miles yet I gained 1 1/2 pounds!! But food has made me happy, the scale and I have not been getting along since Christmas.
http://lundellcookbook.blogspot.com/

We have been up everything lately, but I never want to stop and take pictures and what is a blog post without pics?

The other weekend we went with some friends to an Ortho meeting in naples(about 1hr 45 min away) It was a treat. Me and Emily just kicked it at the hotel in the mornings and let the kiddos sleep and than the guys would get home around noon and we would head to the white sandy beaches. Sam was so fun with Hayden and built him a sand castle with a mote and big hole. Emily has got a little girl Hadley's age and a boy on the way and Sam is going to be great with a boy! These are pretty much the only photos I took, Emily will have to send me some of her amazing shots.

The second day we went to Marco Island. The water was awesome, the temp perfect and sand white. We even found some fun sea shells that had crabs in them and kiddos thought that was awesome. I had so much fun as a family and with our friends. Dan has a cousin that is on a mission in Naples so after the beach we headed to go visit him. But if any of you know the DR fam, we struggle at hurrying. So by the time we got to his place it was just in time for priesthood, so we missed him but left him a note with a few of the goodies Dan had received at his conference.

The hayds after church. Can you tell how tired those eyes are? Me with one of the very few days a week I apply make up. I swore I would never be one of those people that never get ready. I am just not embarrassed any more. I head outside without a bra, hair a mile high from my restless night sleep and I wave down the neighbors with a big smile, I know they think I am a loon. Today I actually did a double take in the mirror because I had washed the left over mascara off earlier. I had to look twice to make sure it was me, not used to such cleanliness.
After making our fort the other day Hayden randomly asked me to take his picture! I was totally surprised and whooped out the camera before he could change his mind. This kid says the most hilarious stuff lately. This was yesterday
Mom- Hayden you are getting to be such a big boy
Hayden- No, mom you big
Mom-(mouth wide open) Hayden you never tell a girl she is big. You tell her how little and cute she is..
Hayden- Mom you big, Hayden little.
Mom- don't tell girls they are big
Hayden- I little boy, mom big

On to the big story at house. Potty training. Can you tell what happened here. I was so excited about going so long with no accidents and as soon as I get the camera out it happened! It actually hasn't been as bad as everyone has said. Granted it's only been 4 days. But I know why everyone says it's so hard. 4 days... not so bad....40 days draining! We are just getting started thankfully I have tile for clean up. But it gets so old asking ten million times a day if he needs to go potty. We have gotten out of the house quite often and he has done awesome so far. But my next report card might not be so optimistic. Every time he pees in his potty he screams "CANDEEE!" pretty cute.

Can you see more of Had's mullet! She is getting some pretty good curls in the back but not much on top.

Went to help out poor Dad's car that got bum-bared by birds. We honestly would totally fit in at a trailer park. Hadley's diaper so full it's about ready to fall off. Hayden in his underwear and batman Pj's cape and all. Mom with my side pony tail from the day before, hair all over pj's on, make up smeared all over my eyes.

Hadley will copy anything you do (Hayden copies anything Hadley does) She had a blast getting bubbles all over and helping.

This is Hayden and moms chair. But in the absents of mom, he helped his little sister up to watch some "PV" His favorite show is "chipmunk show" (Alvin and the chipmunks) He laughs so hard, who knew those furry creatures could bring such joy!

My new love

2011-04-10T23:55:00.002-04:00

Yes, this shoe. Thank you for a friend that recommended me this shoe. Last year while training for a 1/2 marathon I jacked my knee hard core weeks before the race. Every doctor I went to or friend I talked all said it was because I didn't cross train. I had to be off my knee for months. (after I killed my knee at the race) When I started training again this year, it took only a few weeks before the pain started to emerge again. Than my friend told me me about these shoes that take the pressure off your heals and help you run more of a flat foot. I have been using them for a month now. Wow, they use some different muscles so my legs got pretty sore. But the knee is just fine. I have even done a couple long runs with much success, and yesterday was the ultimate test. 10 miles and no knee pain (yes there was other sore spots on my legs! but not the knees!) P.S. I have done little to no cross training I am way to lazy which makes me even more of a believer. Check out the Saucony Grid Type A4. It could change everything!

Reminiscing

2011-03-22T21:24:00.008-04:00

For some reason the last couple days I have spent hours looking through old pictures. Man, how times change us. Here are some then and now pics...

Hadley 4 months

Hadley 15 months

Hayden 8 months

Hayden 2 1/2 years

married 2 years

married 7 years
P.S. It was super hard to find a picture of Dan and I together!

In-laws are in town

2011-03-20T22:17:00.019-04:00

Like I say every post, my life is a party. Spring break 2011 BABY! Dan had the week off and his parents came for their first visit. Cindy fell in love (how could you not?) I let Bruce(Dad) take all the pictures and than had all intentions of copying them, but of course I spaced it. So I have very little in the picture department. But we stayed busy!

We went to down town Ft. Lauderdale to hit up the St. Patties Parade

Shark Valley Park has tons of "A-gator" as Hadley would say. You can walk right up to them, but I think you get a ticket if you get to close or try to touch em. Hadley can always find the "Tutll" can you tell we were getting a little roasty? What am I going to do when it gets hotter!? We really do only have 2 seasons... hot and very hot!

I swear I never get pics' of my man. Here is a shout out to my Hispanic lover!

The infamous Gator park. Hayden walked around for about 30 minutes with those on before we ever even got on the boat.

It was so fun for Cindy and Bruce to be in the warm weather, I think they really enjoyed it and Cindy ate up Hadley every chance she got. Hadley was so attached to Cindy and Bruce and I felt bad because Hadley is almost as tall as Cindy! I thought Cindy was going to fall over whenever she picked her up.

Bruce was freaking out the first couple alligators he saw in the wild. Than once he saw about 50 of 'em he calmed down a bit. But you can see the excitement in his eyes!

Some kind of dragon lizard the kids got to pet. Did I mention a snake is living in my front yard? Talk about anxiety! Dan won't kill it because he said he is doing more good than harm (supposedly eating all those massive spiders and bugs Holly is freaked out about.)

I can't even recall all the times we went out to eat. The parentals thought they had to treat us 24-7. Lets not talk about the weight I gained the 10 days they were here. This picture is of us having pizza on the beach in front of the Hollywood broad walk.

oh boy I could go on and on about beach stories. Hayden loves to just kick it on his monkey towel Grandma Lou gave him. DO NOT mess with his towel! Bruce learned the hard way.

Check out that cleavage! You could spot this girls swimsuit a mile away. She and Grandma were really into checking out all the hotties on the beach.

I loved that Cindy loved the beach so much. We could soak up our vitamin D all week long.

We went to Ft Meyers and took a catamaran boat ride. It was suppose to be this most relaxing ride in the middle of the ocean. It turned out to be more of a keep Hadley alive kind of trip! It was just to hard for her. She wanted to go everywhere and you can't because a poll can swing at any moment and wack her, she was ready to dive off the boat without hesitation. Oh what a power struggle for the whole family. Hayden was the perfect little boy. Just sitting there commentating our every move and just still!

I felt bad for the grandparents so I dragged Hadley to the front that had a drop down seating, where I could kinda contain her and let Bruce and Cindy enjoy the ride. ( the life jackets lasted all of 5 min) I am sure the people sitting there were more than put off, but they were pleasant and tried to help entertain her.

This is me giving up! I was honestly getting sea sick from running around trying to keep my daughter alive.

Cindy and I hit up the beach alone her last day. It was unbelievably crowded from spring breakers! Usually this place is empty so I had to get a shot at how packed it was.

My Man looks SO fine with some color! Besides the lack of hair, my baby does not look like a baby anymore!!

I more than enjoy having visitors and loved not only seeing the in-laws but seeing the kiddos build more of a relationship with their grandparents. That is the hardest thing about living away from your family, you feel like your kids are missing out on those family bonds. So it was special for Dan and I to see how much the kiddos loved their grandparents. And it was nice for me to have Cindy around, so we could make fun of our hubbies together! Bruce and his liquid gold, aka sun block. Dan with his newly acquired lisp from his lingual braces. It was good times. good times..

The moment has come....

2011-03-05T21:30:00.004-05:00

Hayden: Mom, where you going?
Mom: To the store to get some stuff for Hadley's hair
Hayden: Mom... where's Hadley's hair?

So I may be jumping the gun here, but I got pretty excited. Hadley had enough of a mullet that I can put it into two little pig tales. It makes her look kinda hillbilly, but it helps with a more "girlie" look. What do you think, should I hold off a while longer or start bundling up that mullet?

My life is like a yo-yo

2011-02-25T10:44:00.002-05:00

Do you ever feel so up and down you that wonder if there is something wrong with you? I am just a mess! I can have a great week with the kids and love being a mom and in just a few hours of naughty I can forget all that happiness and just want so badly to lock myself in the closet. I will find a strong interest in a hobby and go at it strong for a day or two and then not even want to look at my waiting project. I can bawl my eyes out and have the spirit touch my heart and forget about my feelings all to quickly. Don't get me started on exercise and diet, I am on and off that band wagon to many times to count in a week. Cooking is the same story, a week or two of deli-sh food on the table followed by a week of burgers and sloppy joes. One week I will be out and about wanting to socialize and talk to anyone I can make eye contact with, and than I crawl back into my hole hiding from anyone that speaks in full sentences. Believe me I could go on... why am I posting this?? I need stability in my life, but I don't know how to obtain it. Maybe I just have A.D.D. Okay I am pretty sure I have A.D.D. But someone out there help me out. How do I keep an interest and stay motivated?

New Do

2011-02-24T23:04:00.004-05:00

I had to chop of those blond curls. It was a love hate relationship. After a bath he would look so darling, but after a nap he looked a crazy loone! I tried trimming it up to no avail, I brought out the clippers.

His hair is no longer blond, it more of a sandy brown, I am sure as the summer comes so will the blond. It's just hair, and so much easier to handle. Now if his sister could grow more than just her little 2 inch mullet, momma would be happy.

2011-02-16T21:06:00.006-05:00

Well its offical. I may not have an official picture, but it is what it is. It's almost like a light bulb just switched. She has been cruising and taking steps here and there for months and than tonight... well she just took off like a mad man. kinda took us by surprise. She was all over the house with in minutes.

I am strugglin in the picture department, but this was dress up today.

Hadley was dressed as princess Hadley and Hayden was prince Tonka. You have to improvise when your son has to copy everything that his sister does, vice verse. So a quick tid bit. Hayden whined for like a week that his ear was hurting him so I took him to the doc and there was NO ear infection and I think I figured it out, it was his hair, it WAS so shaggy. So I trimmed up the sides. 5 days later no complaints about his ear, but he looks like a goof. Total muffin top, 80's look. I may just buzz it off cuz I feel bad for him. I will have take a pic of him after a bath he looks Exactly like his Dad and Uncle Jason when they were little.

Nothing like a dip in the pool in February and a couple trips to the splash park

Caught red handed. OH these kiddos just feed off each other. I only see it getting worse as times goes on. You may be thinking what the CRAP is Holly doing with a jumbo tub of peanuts. I have no answer...

2011-02-08T15:15:00.016-05:00

Okay so I have been playing hard these last couple months, I swear my life is one big party. But I have been pretty anti-blog and fb lately. We all go through phases right? Anyway I have some pictures to share of recent events. Over the MLK weekend we went up north about 30 minutes to Deer field beach and just kinda kicked it. It was a gloomy day so not much for the beach but we found some playgrounds and breath taking scenery. I know I say this everytime I post, but I am in love with where I live. We were having hurricane warnings and still place was gorgeous!

yeah it was windy, but not as bad as it looks in the photo.

The next weekend my mom and Jamie came out for a little trip. I have had more visitors in the last 8 months than 4 years in Ohio (okay not really, but we are getting really close)
Mom was pretty entimated by all the alligators down here, so we had to take her to shark Valley and a Gator swamp tour. We did not disappoint. We went to Sanibal Island and went sea shell hunting. Saw a beatiful sunset on a Naples beach (horrible with names.) We drank a thousand gallons of free juice at fruit stand in Ft. Myers.

We are talking white sandy beaches PEOPLE!

Here are a couple pics with mom and the gators.
She claims she still fears for our lives in South Florida. Even though it was a 40 minute drive from our house to see the gates.

Alligator wrestling show.

Mai-Kai Polynesian restaurant. They had dancers doing dances from different islands and Men playing with fire, accidentally dropping it into the crowd and than starting the floor on fire! So entertaining.

They had the place decked out with island decor.

One of my family favorite things to do, go down to Hollywood beach and eat ice cream. Like I said, I love my life (not so much my scale after a total splurge the last 2 months of my party life, but I still love my life)

While sitting on the beach, Jam broke out her phone and started a disco for us. Oh Hadley was going crazy. The girls got the gangster moves! She puts her arms up at the 90 degree angle and rocks back and forth. Hilarious.

Of course I miss my mommy and sis and wish everyone could live closer and enjoy this weather with me it was a tad chilly while they were here, but mom needed 70 degree weather I don't think she would love what 80's feels like here! Anyhoo.. the very next weekend after they left we went to Orlando. What a blast. Lets see if I can get my act together for another post for DW!

Hadley's 1st bday, with many more to come

2011-01-18T21:01:00.010-05:00

So all Hadley's pictures are on Dan's school camera, and he keeps forgetting to bring it home so I just stole these off my sisters blog. Can I just tell you how much I love having a girl? Honestly Hadley had a blast, but as her mom I was just in heaven. It was the first time We have been home for one of my kiddos birthdays and the WHOLE family came. Can we say crazy, fun?

My sister Jamie is more than just crafty. I had this idea in my head and without winking she helped me pull it off. She is so talented. She helped me make this super cute cupcake toppers and a banner that said "HADLEY."

Don't they just look so fun? We had a BUTT load of pizza. My poor kids weren't on top of there game that night (A few night later Hayden got the flu, so that explains Y he was struggling so bad) Hadley loved watching all the boys "help" her open all her presents. This girl got SO spoiled and I loved it. So many dolls and much needed girlie toys.

She wanted so badly to eat the cake as soon as she blew out the candle. This girl knows what she wants!

She did not hesitate to start on the cake. She sat and ate the frosting for about ten minutes before she figured out the cake was underneath the frosting.

Where do I start with my baby at 1 year?
She has so many girlie features and a momma's girl
She will honestly makeout with anyone, caught her and her cousin Luke going at it many a times
She will break out laughing when you break out any doll
She tries so hard to play with her brother and even likes cars
She has huge blister on her thumb from sucking it at night
She cannot go to bed without a blanket and she is quite particular about which one, it has to be pink or Minnie mouse or Hayden's favorite monkey blanket.
She will eat ANY thing. Not an exaggeration. (she used to not eat some fruits but has come around.)
She can out eat her brother and sometimes her mother. Most the time when she is finished eating she will try to eat off Hayden's plate.
She will walk around all day holding your pinkie, but if you let go she immediately falls to the floor.
She still has no problem sleeping at night or naps as long as she has a blanket and a thumb
She has very good vocabulary that she adds to everyday, including momma, dadda, snack, oh no! Speg O, tree, pretty, whats'that, there go, etc.
She is more than obsessed with cups. She can see one across the room and V-line it to take a sip
She loves to throw fits, she is such a drama queen. She really knows what she wants and if you try and get in her way she will let you know, in a very loud voice.
She is huge for a girl her age. 1 year check up 25lbs! Hayden is only 26 1/2lbs.
When you yell at her for being naughty she will turn around and smile at you and go right back to what she was doing.
Hadley over all is such a bright, bubbly personality. She has a light about her. She has such a different personality than her brother. I am glad she is with us, to add some spice and life to the party in our lives. Oh and one of the best things to report about Hadley is SHE IS GETTING
LITTLE HAIR!

a glimpse

2011-01-11T13:08:00.010-05:00

I am taking it slow getting back into things now I am back to Flordia. Pretty much I am to lazy to make much a post of my awesome trip, but here is a quick glimpse.

Judd's AWESOME concert. All you need to know... Love can build a bridge.

Grandpa with his only grand baby girl.

Santa Clause at the Ogden lights EQUALS disaster for my Florida kids. Hayden cried When he saw Santa. Then they both bawled the whole 20 minutes we were there because they were so cold( I swear it took 2 hours to prep them for 20 min trip!). But at Least Corbin got to ask Santa for that candy cane, thank goodness!

the kids got along great (most of the time) so awesome to have them all together.

Chick-fil-A Play ground. Are my sisters super cute!?

Of course keen had to get this picture, I think it was 1 in the morning that's why I look so great! But we are proud of our journey!

Month of accomplishments in our home

2010-12-02T14:32:00.016-05:00

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.

Completed

2010-11-18T14:38:00.004-05:00

Insanity totally kicked my butt, but I finished. Some days I just wanted to give in so bad! It was tough, the warm up in it self is a total workout. Everyday I was drenched in sweat. I was a bunch of flab before I started this 2 months ago, but now I actually have some abs and I can scare Dan with my biceps! (I am not the hulk, I still have some junk in my trunk, and other places as well, but it has been significantly been reduced) I am so good at starting something and never finishing that it feels good to say I completed it! Not to mention the couple of pounds that I shed! My sister in Utah, Keen did the program with me and she looks like a machine now! It helped to have someone keep me on my toes. I am very afraid that if I don't keep doing the program on a consistent basis I will lose those muscles I worked so hard for. But I need to start running. The weather here is perfect for a morning run and to be outside is so refreshing! I signed up for a 1/2 marathon in Ogden this spring and would really like to beat my last time. I went running yesterday and about died! I have a lot of training to do. Any one need a running buddy?....

I think I might...

2010-11-15T22:22:00.001-05:00

start charging for parking...

Halloween 2010

2010-10-31T21:53:00.013-04:00

With my Kiddos being a little older this year Halloween was even funner than years past. We kept busy for sure. I explained everything the best I could to Hayden. What kids doesn't understand free candy? He had blast, and can now pick out a PUN-KIN from a mile a way.

Hayden is definitely in to coloring at this age, so when we went to the store to get a PUN-KIN (you must say it in a high pitched very excited voice) he wouldn't stop talking about "Daddy, home.. color PUN-KIN"

Hadley was having a hard time just kickin it while the boys were painting. She is so busy. Can you see the HUGE drainage ditch behind her??? No?

Well now can you see it??? HA! She went flying backwards and went down the ditch. SO FUNNY. She just grabbed onto the grass and held on for dear life, while mom tried to stop laughing to pick her up.
The finished product...so hot that the paint would melt when you put it on. Oh we went trick or treating in 82%. The seasons are changing but not the weather.

Best shot of his costume

Combined ward Trunk or Treat. Total blast.

Hadley made it about 30 minutes before destroying her outfit and having a huge accident, which she has not done in months! What can you do? P.S. I noticed after the pic's that Dad put her outfit on wrong. What'ev P.P.S. I put the nasty accident diaper in-front of the front wheel of my tire so we could keep enjoying our fun for the moment and when we went to leave and go throw it away, someone had already taken the diaper (it was really nasty) so someone is probably totally pissed and thought I was so rude for trying to leave a dirty diaper in the church parking lot!
Lots of fun costume and fun cars, but Karyn's car, took the cake!
"Havery, nakie" Looking at this picture can you believe how big she is compared to me?

Just some randoms of my baby doll. Who is now crawling (she is much happier mobile) and cruising like a mad lady. She will probably start walking any day now!

Okay I realized I have a lot of picture of Hadley, but this was mostly a Holiday for Hayden this year. He just doesn't like the camera that much. Is it funner for the kids or funner for the parents to see how the kids react to everything. I know long post but one last thing to add. So while making the kids costumes they kinda got ignored. All morning long the TV was on. So after I put Hadley down for a nap I went over to play with Hayden and his cars. His response... "No play mommy!" Then he points up to my sewing machine and says "Mommy, play." apparently mom needed to get back to playing with her own toys!

Baby girl @ 10 months

2010-10-23T22:37:00.004-04:00

So we had a rough week and a half. Hadley started teething and apparently had a cold. She was not my baby! I was going nuts. Mom had to be at her sides at all time. Mom had to entertain her at all times. Everything was all out drama. I just keep thinking, it was bound to happy she is a girl. We went into her 9 month appointment and Doc said, "Well, you've got a cold on your hands." K, as a second time mom sometimes I think I know everything. I thought hog wash, she is teething and she gets a running nose when she is teething. A few days later nose clears up and my baby is back. Her big honking teeth are still coming in, but my baby was back! No more wines for no reason, a lot less clinging (this girl loves her momma) and she is back to holding her own when it comes to her brother. Miracle! I know she is a girl and the drama will come, but for now to is for the most part at bay. Also I would like to document that I totally shed tears when her 3rd tooth came in. She has this awesome totally cheesy smile that shows off those bottom teeth that have been there since she was 4 months. I don't want those teeth! I want her to stay the same forever! All things must come to an end....

Hadley is such a tough girl. She is fearless. She gets into EVERYTHING. So SO SOOO busy. It's is impossible for her to hold still even for a moment.

Just recently has she taken a interest in walking. NOOOOO! Tonight Dan put her on the walker and away she went! Look at that focus and determination.

She just goes!

She took my bucket of sugar and was pushing it around the kitchen so she could get to where she wanted. keep in mind, she doesn't even crawl yet. She gets around somehow, but not crawling. Remember she can't hold still. Also I want to say about how much she puts up with her brother, Hayden is so bossy! He won't let her play with any of his toys (or the one he likes the least) and totally is getting the jealous bug. Hadley lets none of it get to her. She steals toys from his hand pounces all over him and puts up with all his wrestling! She is in love with her brother. They still play together, but you can expect some yelling from Hayden "No, Havery!" Oh and Hadley loves a good make out session with anyone that is willing. She goes for the mouth but she will take a cheek or nose.

Got my own card

2010-10-19T21:42:00.012-04:00

So Dan always has the nice camera at school with the SD card. Finally Dan got me my own card and I have gone a little crazy with the pictures. Unfortunately all my pictures from my sister Lori's trip here are on Dan's camera at school. So you just get the most recent, but expect an update from her stay.

Hadley had her 9 month check up. She is a 23 1/2 lb bunch of chunks! 96% for this little girl. Tall and wide, that's how we grow'em

Yes this is the back of her head, but check out those cheeks! This one's for you JAM!

I cannot believe how awesome this weather is.... it's Oct and its 80 degrees outside. Perfect for a bike ride. Hayden is getting very demanding about what his sister must do. He was very persistent that "Havery" get on the bike.

Totally impossible to get this kid to eat, but hey.. throw a bowl of salad in his face and he chomps away!

I know its hard to tell with those beautiful garage cans in the background, but this place is gorgeous. Still can't believe I live here. ( COME VISIT ME)

Could not get anyone else to ride the tracker so I took it upon myself. Dan was the one that came up with the idea of adding the rope. Can you image the looks the neighbours were giving me.

Moment to remember. Doing a little grocery shopping and Hayden gets up and starts spinning in circles singing "ice cream, ice cream" over and over again. We were on the milk isle.

Talk about embarrassing

2010-10-07T14:50:00.003-04:00

maybe even humiliating......
So as I going into story time today at the library I noticed it was jammed packed in the parking garage. Than I see a sign for career day (the library is at Nova College campus.) So like always I am running behind and trying to hurry and find a parking spot and I kinda went down a wrong way to get a close parking spot. The spot is right there, no one is coming, I am in the clear just have to make this wide turn. I am in the civ dog so no big problem to make a quick turn. So I over shot it a little bit and hit the cement barrier that makes sure you don't run into the wall. Okay yeah that was embarrassing, not that big of deal , I will just back up and be on my way. Oh wait, it wouldn't come off.... that's right I back up and it is stuck under my little civic and I am dragging it away. Okay now all these people are walking by, listening to the cement Scrap SUPER loud on the pavement. I think, if I just pull forward it will come off. NOPE! I thought I was going to die! This thing is stuck to my car and everyone in the entire parking garage can here my idiocy! I get out, kick it a couple of times, it's cement people! I am not super woman! Get back in, pull forward again, back again. Would not budge. After what I swear was an eternity the thing fell off. Some guy was nice enough to move it out of the way so I could move my car. And the lady that came and parked in the spot next to me was nice enough to get out of her car and stand there and stare at me while I went through it all. What would you do in that situation? Would you just get back in your car and go home, or go to story time and have the moms that walked by as it happened stare and point at you while the Miss Megan reads her book. I stayed only to prove a point, what point? I haven't figured it out yet.

P.S. The car was not injured at all (the cement barrier was caught on the plastic under the bumper) and Dan does not know about this, and I am sure when he finds out I will get a huge lecture and feel like even more of an idiot~!

lets see what else is there....

2010-10-04T16:39:00.005-04:00

We seriously did so much stuff I am forgetting until I see a picture of it!
Good old Jaxon's ice cream. The ice cream was great but kinda worried about contacting diabetes here.

WOW, only thing to describe it. See that gigantic pile of ice cream in front of Jam, and Mike. Yeah, the one that is bigger than Mikes head. Yeah Hayden ate probably more that half of that. He would NOT slow down or have anything to do with his mom and Dad's ice cream. Thanks you two for sharing AND promoting childhood obesity!

Our death by chocolate. I must say I didn't actually die eating this ice cream, but I did almost have a heart attack when we got the bill!

Don't mess with that face! Ice cream means business!

Deep Sea Fishing

2010-10-04T16:24:00.006-04:00

I know kinda slow, but I have a little A.D.D. in me. But we went Deep Sea Fishing. Dan was the only one that caught something in our group, but we still had a great time, and got to see some pretty awesome houses on the Ocean and huge yachts.

Nothing like starting the morning with a cold one......

It was however, blasted hot. So everyone was totally drenched.

These two little love birds, wanted a fish so bad you could smell it.... it smells a lot like B.O.

This is the fish Dan Caught, it was by far the biggest thing they caught that day, but because it wasn't eatable we had to through it back. Mike was so mad that he bit the tail off before they got it back in the water. (okay that was a fib)

Can you see how awesome this thing was, it totally suctioned to the boat. It was so weird and rubbery. Don't know how else to explain it.... like it was from another world.... like the ocean...

Jam and Mike-o-leana

2010-09-27T16:07:00.010-04:00

K, I have a lot to blog about. Jamie and her hubby Mikey came to Florida to visit and we played hard and spent many a monies! So worth it. Some times I think I have done it all, not true! I am going to do a couple post to break it up. But check out all the fun things we did and start planning your trip to come visit me!

First day there were here we got to work. We took a boat tour and headed out for a afternoon snorkel. We were all pretty stoked to get in, but when it came down to it, I was pretty freaked out to get in the ocean. Jam got pretty mad at me and started yelling at me as I was hiding on the boat afraid to "jump" into the water. I am so glad I finally did. So cool see so many fish, they would swim right in your face. The fish were so pretty.

This is the scared y pants, its intimating! You try it!

Mike was totally fearless, he would swim down to the coral where he could see a few more different kinds of fish.

The city behind us. Where is Dan? Well someone has to take care of the kiddos! He had his chance in the water too.

typical Hadley
As we were getting back on board the boat, one of the scuba divers found and caught this lobster! It was HUGE. Much bigger than red lobster!

No, he is not breast feeding, lol. Hayden had quite the blast riding on a boat and swimming in the ocean. He zonked.

Happy Birthday Dan

2010-09-22T13:50:00.002-04:00

Shout out to my hubby on his special day. The big 27 today. Dan, you are a wonderful person and so dedicated to your goals. I know we are not a perfect couple, but we are perfect for each other! Happy birthday you old fart!

Don't forget your Keys

2010-09-05T23:32:00.012-04:00

Yeah we headed to the Florida Keys, because we can! Just a hop skip and a jump away. It was a much needed VACA for both Dan and I. It was a total blast. Hotter than heck, but a blast. We went to the state park and checked out all the snorkelers at a shipwreck. Then headed over to our glass bottom boat tour. This was so perfect for the kiddos, which behaved very well with no naps!
Can you tell our clear the water is? There was an old shipwreck out in the water that everyone was looking at.

There was no body on our boat, which made for a very relaxing day.
Can you tell the difference in colors!
My bald, but very happy baby.
This is what you could see through our boat. Pretty cool, huh! I felt like I was on the discovery channel!

The glass bottom boat.

Check out these giant fish! We would feed them baby fish and they would jump out of the water, Dan even got a little slice out of his finger. Don't ruin those hands Dan, We have invested many hours and money into those hands!!!

I swear some were bigger than me
The gorgeous sunset, where we spent our evening. While walking back to the car I realized myself and toddler were getting eaten alive by skeet
s!

Can't hit up the keys without some key lime pie, which I have never tasted before. I was caught off guard by the taste but it grew on me.

Insanity

2010-08-31T22:18:00.003-04:00

I have jumped on the band wagon and started yet another work out program. I have a hard time sticking to anything especially exercise wise. But this time I have got my sister holding my hand and crying over the pain with me. I have made it to day 4 and yes it is hard. Within minutes of starting I am just dripping in sweat (it doesn't help that it is already a million degrees.) I actually did make my weight loss goals after having Hadley, but I have been struggling with feeling old, and looking "too motherly." So I went Insane! Wish me luck, and help me make it to day 60!

Haydens 2nd Birthday

2010-08-27T21:26:00.009-04:00

Seriously, 2! Most people would say it seems like yesterday my little boy joined our family. But with Hayden it seems like he has been my little boy as a long as I can remember. He had such a special day filled with the best way to celebrate a birthday, yummy treats! He scarfed his strawberry and whip cream pancakes....

Licked the frosting off the cupcakes he took to pool group. And enjoyed a fun meal at Chick'fil A and hard core playing all day!

When I was younger I remember my mom making my birthday such a special day and I now know why. It is so fun to see the excitement out of such little things. Kids get so excited!

When we picked up his cake at Sam's he COULD NOT stop staring at it. When it went in the back seat of the car he just kept pointed and saying "Mannder" "Keen" a.k.a. Mator and Lighting Mcqueen.

Best part of the whole day was the Mack truck Grandma Cindy sent. Wow, he was so excited! He just kept saying "open it, open it, please, please!"

He could have cared less about the HUGE truck mom bought for a super good deal at a yard sale in Ohio and dragged ALL the way across the country just for his birthday! Hadley sure loves it! The last two night before he goes to bed he has to give Manner, keen and Mack a goodnight kiss. Talk about worldly, lol. Hilarious.
Hayden has such a different personality. He is so quite and reserved. But around his family he will talk forever. He is very shy in big groups. He is very particular about things, such as... the fan in my bedroom always needs to be off (even when it 85 degrees.) Doors need to be shut, lights off when you leave a room. Hadley needs a baby doll and blankets need to eat breakfast too. Hayden gets along so well with Mom and Hadley. We went through a stage for a few weeks where I honestly didn't know if I would survive being his mother. Than he turned back on the charm and things are back to normal. But I got a taste of the terrible two's/threes whatever it is. Hayden is such a momma's boy.He is getting better.He is very protective of his sister, and kinda struggles when others hold her. He is just starting to get into the hitting stage and is actually very good about going in time out. He is constantly saying "there ya go" and "Come on!" Like anyone that has brought a little spirit into this world would say, He brings such joy and happiness to our world and I couldn't image life without him.

Welcome

2010-08-19T15:17:00.005-04:00

Action shot, digging into the ice cream.

The health profession had an opening social last night. It was such a kick back relax thing. They had free food including snow cones, ice cream as Hayden calls it, and cotton candy. It was so hot that the cotton candy would just melt if you didn't eat it fast enough. All sorts of fun games and little kid games.
They had this fun bubble tent. It just blows bubbles and you do whatever you want to do in them bubbles! Hayden, of course, wouldn't go in without mom. But once he started he really had a good time. Hadley got to sit on the side lines with Dan, it was pretty muddy in there. Later when Dan was playing a game and won a sea lion for Hayden, Hadley flashed the lady with her smiles and got herself a free stuffed turtle. Now that's how you play the game!

Baldy, but always happy!

Bubble Monster!

A few things I have learned in a few weeks

2010-08-10T14:20:00.007-04:00

Being in a new place in a new part of the country you learn a few things about life. Here are just a few..
-I LOVE having easy access to garage! You can put almost anything out there and still make it look "organized."
-More space equals more to clean. A lot more to clean.
-Not sharing a bathroom with your husband is heaven.
-Fire ants actually do exist
-I took for granted having my husband around the last 6 months of Dental school, reality is kinda sinking in.
-If you are the one always pointing out the problems, maybe YOU are actually the problem.
-People always have their opinions, my opinion.. girls are MUCH easier than boys.
-You will always want more, no matter how much you have
-Your kids will always turn to mom for comfort, even if mom was the one that put them in time out.
-Life cost money, life in Florida cost LOTS of money
-Ohio people were THEE nicest people ever, Florida people have a stick up there butt.
-Being in a student ward for so long, I had no idea what I was missing in a family ward (AWESOME!)
-There is not really a point in trying to look good anymore, some people just don't age well.
-Life is what you make it
last but not least the best thing I have learned in the last few weeks.... My sister and her hubby are coming down to visit us! Life really is good.

Hadley had her 6 month check up (she really is 7 months) This girl is off the carts, literally. 97% for weight 22 1/2 lbs and a obviously a huge noggin! She is a sweet heart, and so happy. She doesn't cry when she wakes up, she just sits there and talks to herself and when you come in to get her she almost jumps out of her bed with excitement. SO FUN!
Hayden's birthday is coming up. The big #2. His favorite thing to say is "But I want/don't want to and he sings Dora, Dora, Dora. We can be the best of friends until lunch time rolls around and then worst enemies. Any ideas on how to get a starving little boy to actually eat his lunch instead of begging for crackers! I am about ready to give up.

Following brothers footsteps...

2010-07-30T17:07:00.007-04:00

If any of you remember when Hayden was 8 months old he whacked his head on his crib and cut his eyelid open and we had to go the ER. Well Hadley is only 7 months and she tried the same stunt the other day. I usually set Hadley on the table and feed her while Hayden is eating also. That day Hadley decided that Hayden left overs from last nights dinner looked a lot better than the green beans mom was feeding her and so she took a dive for them. As she did this (which she actually does a lot) her bum slipped under her and she really went for a dive right on the edge of Hayden's plate. She hit it hard enough that it cut and was bleeding. she cried a little bit as brother was laughing hysterically and mom was practically bawling. She got over it pretty quick, but mom not so quick.Lets just say her bumbo is her new best friend again. Why is it that Hayden had a bump and bruise every other day at this age and I just shrugged it off, but with my little girl I FREAK!

Anyway, I have been trying to get a picture of Hayden the last couple days, but as you can see.. resistance!

where do I start?

2010-07-23T10:18:00.012-04:00

So we went to Utah after graduation and spent a whole month there and did so much stuff. Lets see if I can remember. I took NO pictures, the only pics I have are ones Dan took.
We started off with the half marathon and than got to share in Shaylee's blessing day. Travis blessed her that Sunday and he did an awesome job.

Cindy took us everywhere the first week we were there, it was go go go... fun, fun, fun. I would be an understatement to say that Hayden had a hard time adjusting to being around everyone all the time. But most everyone was patient with him, while he was figuring out what was going on. We went to the Childerns Museum, El Madador, baby animal days in the valley, smimming in Layton, the fish farm, rode the frontrunner and trax, went to a splash park. What else? I am sure there is more I just can't remember, all very fun.

gateway splash pad.

Dan got his camping fix met. He went camping with his fam and hit the jackpot with the fishing pole.

Funny story. We were waiting to get on traxs to hurry and make the front runner. Waiting patiently for 5 or so minutes. Get all ready to hop on when the train comes. oh wait Hadley's stroller WOULDN'T"T FIT! wow, talk about blood pressure sky rocketing! Like five people were trying to help us fit her big behind through the doors. It seems like we tried forever but finally the doors closed on us and Dan, Hayden, Hadley and I watched as the rest of the D.R. family waved bye, bye from the windows! And we just sat on the platform. It was hilarious, we looked like a bunch of hoe bows! We did finally make it to the front runner and made everyone late, and missed the train.

U want anther fun story? Just a little pay back for Jam from an earlier episode.
AWESOME!

I made a clean get away, but Jam was in distress. I come to help her and she totally ditches and I am fighting the battle alone!

We got him good, So Ej had to take his stress out on someone. He took Colleen and almost drowned her in the kiddy pool. Totally drenched. Totally awesome. We finished the night out with fireworks to calm everyone down!

It was a really fun, pretty relaxing trip. I got to hang out a lot with my sister Colleen. I had a blast with her fam. Lukie is hilarious. I also got a lot of one on one time with my parents which doesn't happen often.
It was a much needed to trip to Utah, but it is wonderful to in our new home and on a schedule. Hayden is loving it here, but I know he misses bossing Luke and Lily around.

Bear Lake

2010-07-23T09:59:00.002-04:00

We had this great idea to head up to Bear lake and run a half marathon/10k. We went camping....not fun. It was pouring rain most of the time. Mom, Dad, Hadley and I got lucky and slept in the camper, while everyone else was stuck in the rain out in tents.

The race was pretty cold, but the rain held out for us. As soon as we all finished it started to rain again. This race was a lot more enjoyable than the columbus half. I hadn't trained and took a lot more relaxed approach to the half. My sister Colleen did awesome, I think she finished like 3 or 4th in her age group. Where do I start with Jamie?? This girl is hilarious, she made an awesome friend that I think she may be in love with now. That is Jamie, she is in a race but still takes the time to make friends. It was Jamie and Mikes first race and they did awesome. Colleen and Ej I would categorized as runners and I wasn't to far off of Ej's finish time! :)

Dan stat this one out to help mom and Dad with the kiddos and I think he had a lot of fun with all the boys back at the camp.

Dan caught us in all our glory running! Colleen was so fast that Dan barley got to her as she crossed the finish line. We were all pretty tired, but it was a good day!

Graduation

2010-07-23T09:35:00.004-04:00

Wow, it seems like forever ago. Daniel graduation Dental school in June and it was such a bitter sweet day. I was just welling with pride for Daniel. There was a little reception after the graduation and we had another little party that night. 4 years of Dental school, seems so long, but it went so fast. I could go on and on about how awesome I think Dan is and how wonderful in school he did, but he hates that kinda thing. So I will just say I love him and he has a lot of proud admirers

Don't they just look like a bunch of Dentist!
We also had My sister and Jen along with Dan's parents join us for our special Day.

A lot of people ask me...

2010-07-12T13:57:00.004-04:00

I know I need to unpack some stuff, but while this is on my mind. I used to get asked alot "Do you like having your kids so close in age?" Now that we are in a new place the question is arising again. I have to admit, when Hadley was first born, it was hard. Two little kids that tiny with so many needs is a struggle. But I really loved every minute of it. Okay maybe a minute or two when Hayden was hard core into a tantrum for some unknown reason. But I love it. Now that things are kinda slowing down and settling in, Hayden and Hadley have really started bonding more than ever. I can't even image how Hayden would be without his little sis. I can't image my life without her seriously sweet spirit (anyone that has met her can testify how true that statement it!) Having the two so close in age has made both their personalities grow in ways I would have never imagined. So to answer your question, "I love it." not to say I will do this with all my kids, or that everyone should do it that way. But it sure worked for Hayden and Hadley only being 16 months apart!

We made it

2010-07-12T13:47:00.002-04:00

Okay a quick post, I don't have much time on my hands now but a quick update. We made it to Florida, wow! I love it, love it, love it. I have hardly unpacked because I have been playing so hard. In one week we have already gone to the beach multiple times. It is so pretty and our place is amazing, our neighborhood is great and our ward, awesome. I couldn't have asked for a smoother transition. I have taken absolutely no pictures. The kids are doing SO much better (kids meaning Hayden) now they are settled a bit. Hadley got her first very own bed last night! First time since she was born. No more sleeping on floors in closets! I love that girl! Hayden is now talking in sentences, which is making life so much easier! He got his life jacket on and loved floating in the ocean on Saturday. k, I need to actually unpack while the kids are snoring for a minute!

Family photos

2010-06-06T12:12:00.004-04:00

Coming to an end

2010-06-01T22:43:00.013-04:00

Our time here in Ohio is coming to an end. Dan is officially done with Dental school! Oh, how GOOD it feels. My hubby has worked so stinking hard and accomplished so much the few years we have been married. He stayed at the top of his class and made his way into an Orthodontic residency. Dan gets his mind set on something and there is no stopping him. I know I keep saying this but I am so proud of you Dan, you did and you did with a bang! We have graduation this week and than our new adventure begins.

bye, bye Postal Hall!

Here is a picture of all the kiddos together. Can you believe that when we moved here only one of us had A child, 3 months old. Now all of us have children and most of us are up to two kids. Things get pretty busy when we get together.

We started a tradition first year to go out to eat after every Quarter completed. That makes for a lot of dinners. Coming to a close, our last dinner, last quarter. OOOhh, how I have come to love this place.

Now just some random pics of the fam

Showing off the new shades

My babies (yes I have a bald baby girl!) These two are hilarious together. They are the best of buds, Hayden totally bugs his sister to death and she loves it. For some reason it the funniest thing when Hadley starts to tip over and mom dives to catch her... which brings me to my next picture

Hadley is sitting up.
I think I never really let her have her chance, the other day I thought why don't I let this girl try it on her own and sure enough she did. Now she wants to be up checking everything out all the time. Which makes for more opportunity's for Hayden to try and be funny and tip her over (yeah I am working on that one!)

I started her on cereal and now she would eat the whole box in one sitting if mom would let her.
oh, before I forget... Baby girl had a running nose for like 2 weeks. She never acted fussy or sick it was driving me nuts. Gross runny nose, disgusting on my sweet little girl. I keep thinking she must have allergies? Can babies have allergies? It's gotta be allergies! Well Mr. doctor comes home yesterday and is playing with Hadley comments on how Hadley's tooth has already broke through! What? a tooth? I didn't even know she was teething! Apparently I am in La La land, because it takes a dentist to let me know my child has a tooth!! Hense the runny nose for 2 weeks.

In other big news I got my braces off!!! I don't have any good pictures so I just cropped this one, so it is blurry but look real close. Oh it feels so good to not be 13 again. My hubby did a great job with my teeth, my self image has been renewed.

CoNgRaTs LoRi

2010-05-31T07:59:00.004-04:00

My sister Lori graduated with her masters at Purdue last week. I am so proud of Lori, she deserves it! My family and Mom came into town to celebrate and we had a quite the time. Thanks Jen for entertaining Hayden with the kitty's!

Yeah Grandma is pretty cool :0

Are you serious, already?

2010-05-08T17:35:00.002-04:00

Hadley (abbley as Hayden says) is already 4 months old. Wow.... seriously, Wow. That came fast, too fast! I keep thinking I have a petite little girl, not so. She weighed in at 16.2 lbs 90%. More to love. She is such an easy baby. She is constantly smiling and cooing. Recently her cute laugh that used to sound more like a cough has turned into a yelp. She just lays there yelping at everyone. The day of her 4 month appointment we came home and she starting rolling from back to belly. I am SO not ready for a mobile baby! We love our little drama queen! Happy 4 months Hadley.

A Biggy for me

2010-05-03T17:54:00.004-04:00

I have seriously been waiting to make this post for 4 months! Let me start off by saying, I am not a runner, in fact, people who know me would be surprised to even see me exercise. But this was one of thee toughest and rewarding goals I have accomplished. I feel like running is more a mental game than a physical ability. A bunch of girls decided to run the Capital City Marathon back in December and when I started my training in January Daniel decided to get in on the action. When I started I couldn't run a mile. But Saturday May 1, 2010 Holly Lynne made it 13.1 miles! About 2 weeks before the race I jacked up my knee on my long run, so when the race got closer I came to the realization that I would probably not make my goal time because of my injury. But I had put so much time and effort into this race that I was determined to finish this thing, even if I had to walk it.

I took the week off before the race to help my knee heal and Saturday I was sore but SO ready to hit the pavement. Mile 3 my knee started giving and I slowed down put pushed on. Around mile 6 I was honestly hating life. Mile 10 my knee totally gave out and I was so discourage and wanted to cry as I saw my goal time pass me by. Mile 11 I just keep saying I worked so hard for this why give up now. The pain was more than I could bare but I would just run (more like limp) until it would give way and walk until I would get the guts to start running (limping) through the pain. Mile 12.75 I see my hottie hubby running to meet me. Just what I needed to a make the last 100 meters or so. He made me feel so much better cheering me on.

BEST FEELING CROSSING THAT FINISH LINE!

All my friends and hubby totally whooped my butt on time. I missed my goal time but in the end I wasn't disappointed one bit because I finished. I do not run and I just ran 13 miles! Few days later and my knee is still in bad shape. But really hoping for a full recovery so in June I can run another Half with my sister Colleen and totally wipe out my old time!

We had a racing party that night and ate like pigs!
Mel, Me and Liz

Repect the Vest

2010-04-26T22:36:00.005-04:00

POOLICE!

Yeah, that's all I have to say.....

Little bit of fun

2010-04-22T14:53:00.004-04:00

I swear time is just ticking for our family. I am quite nervous about the move to Florida, but mostly freaking out that Dan is graduating Dental School! So much is going on. Last week they had a appreciation dinner for all the students and faculty that have helped with the Admission process, like always the school pulledoff a great night. We got all dressed up and ate a yummy dinner with some fun awards. One of the funnest things they do is have a couple of guys there that draw your picture. I got a good kick out of them.

Doesn't Dan just LOOK like a dentist, and maybe ten years older than me?? lol.

Apparently my tall lean hubby now has a double chin, and I am in Jr. high with braces and freckles, oh wait, I really do look like that!

I had to have one of my homegirls! Trying not to think about how much I will miss everyone! no tears, no tears!

Sleep over Party!

2010-04-14T15:27:00.009-04:00

When our friends wanted to get away for their anniversary this last weekend, we jumped at the idea of having their kiddos kick it at our house. Hayden got to have his best buddy Carter overnight! Wow it was a busy weekend and so much fun. The boys were totally non stop the whole time.
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Carter's little sis wanted so badly to be a part of that action, but by the time she would crawl over to check it out they would be on to the next thing. ( believe me that girl is fast too!)

Carter is such a sweet boy and He and Hayden play so well together. It makes it easy to have him over. They had a ton of fun in the pantry, eating popcorn in the tent, screaming as loud as they could on the balcony, and pushing each other on the car.

Everyone was in love with baby sis (Hadley.) Carter's sister Jocelyne loved climbing all over her and lets just say Carter got caught more than once smoochin' on Hadley. It was a very fun weekend and now it's so quite around here.

That's my baby girl, always has a smile! Unless of course her thumb is in her mouth, than you only get the half smile!

Fashion show, Fashion show, Fashion show at lunch

2010-03-31T12:49:00.008-04:00

This is a no reason post, just to show off my kiddos! Many pictures!

After naps we like to kick it by the window and be on neighborhood watch, mostly we are looking for Carter across the street to wave to.

I consider myself very loved that Heavenly Father has blessed me with this darling little treat!

Hayden is turning into such a sweet boy, I usually run at night when Dan get home but today I was being ambitious and let Hayden watch a movie while a ran on the treadmill. About 30 minutes in he comes by the door and flashes THE BIGGEST grin, and goes about his business. When I am done, I walk into the hall way to find rice crispy's all over the floor (a lot of them) with a trail leading to the computer and sitting at the desk is his bowl, (which he filled himself) totally full of his rice crispys and Cars playing on the monitor. Is it just my side of the family or does anyone else's kids seem to find the pantry is the place to kick it when mom is not watching!

Hope this puts a smile on your face!

18 Months

2010-03-25T23:39:00.003-04:00

using the mirror to brush our teeth

watching cars

Hayden had his 18 month check up, man does he have a hatred for the doctors offices. Surprisingly he did better than other check ups! Check this out, 94% for his head! yeah pretty big noggin! 66% for height and 42% weight. I think all the ear infections took a toll on his weight gain in 6 months he only gained a little over one pound.
Hayden can say a few more words but his favorites are more, beep beep, bowl, shoes and of course cars! He has an obsession with bowls, whenever he has a snack he has to have his bowl to walk around with. He is very into climbing on EVERYTHING possible, he started climbing on the kitchen chairs (the really tall ones) and I found a finger print on the picture of Jesus above the kitchen table the other day! He can open the front door and tries to sneak out to enjoy the warm weather. He likes to do everything himself and doesn't want any help. I can honestly say that I think Hayden could watch the movie "Cars" 24 hours straight and be on top of the world. I have to say over all Hayden is a very sweet lovely boy, but we definitely have our hard times. He is not sweet ALL the time (especially when he wants to get gold fish for dinner!)

It is so amazing to me how different my kids are from each other and how much you learn to love them in such different ways.

Tell me what you think?

2010-03-25T22:08:00.004-04:00

So I was reminiscing tonight and looking through old photos from before we moved to Ohio, and first of all I want to say how much I TOTALLY miss my super cute nieces and Corby! Dan and I used to spend so much time with Abbi and loved every minute of it and now I feel like we barely know her! Oh she was a blast! To this day we still laugh about her wanting to put bacon in everything we pretended to cook (thanks to her dad who loved bacon) and how we would play with her "chicken" aka kitchen! When looking at pictures of Corbin, I can't believe how cute he was and his brother Lukie really is his twin. Anyhoo... I saw a couple pictures of Ellie and keep saying, oh my gosh Daniel, this looks like my little girl! I swear Hadley looks so much like Ellie, I couldn't really find a picture that does justice, but tell me if I am just hoping Hadley looks as cute as Ellie! The nose, ears, lips and eyebrows! I wish I had a better picture, but tell me what you think?

Jam, Jam

2010-03-14T17:55:00.011-04:00

We had an awesome visit from Jam this last week. She flew into Indy and she and Lori drove out to Ohio to see our fam. I am still going threw sister withdrawls! Having her here makes me realize how much I miss having her around.

Yeah you try to get two little kids to look at the camera at the same time!

Hayden loved seeing Jam, even though he couldn't quite say her name. Jam is SO good with kids, and was so patient with Hayden and helped get the onry out of his pants more than once!

Jam got to meet Hadley and Jam, Lori and Jen got to be there for Hadley's special day. We were able to bless her that Sunday. Dan did a great job. I on the other hand didn't do so well, Hayden was probably the worst he has even been in sacrament I was so ready to send him to nursery that I took ZERO pic's! We will have to do a reenactment, because she looked beautiful in her dress. Lori made Hadley and I matching bracelets! SO cute!

We went to Coco Keys water resort which was a blast! But TOTALLY not worth full price, thank goodness we had discount tickets. Jam was so fun with Hayden and loved helping him swim, She is going to be an awesome mom some day!

Hayden was a little scarred at first and had to hold sis's hand as he walked around to check out the scene.

Lori, Jam and I went a little crazy on the headband making. Here are just a few of the ones we made. But it was really fun and I have gotten many comments on my headbands being out and about! Jam struggled a bit, so she was quickly put on gluegun duty while Lori and I worked in the sweat shop producing the roses!

Jam got her hot gluegun fingers all over my christmas toy! She is so creative and loved playing and cutting out things, she made me some sweet scrapbook pages and she got started on her home made calander, where does she get all her ideas from!??

Of course we had to take them to my new addiction, a hamburger joint in town. I think we all scarfed the burgers! We also went with Lori and Jen to gallory hop, and did some fun window shopping and found some treats for Jamies dog, Tacoma. Time went SO fast, and I wish I could be closer and see my family more often. It is such a treat to have them out here!

Posting the goals

2010-02-23T14:01:00.014-05:00

I know I always talk about the kiddos on this blog, so I thought I should list some of my new goals and aspirations for once! Of course I will add the kiddos on too!
First new goal of the year (yes I know it is end of Feb.) Be more patient with my hubby, yes you read right, the hubby not the kiddos. For some reason when ever I get anxious or stressed the number one person that feels the pain is Daniel. I told Dan this goal and can't tell you how many times he laughs at me because I will be in the middle of saying something to Dan and stop and say oh wait, I am supposde to be nicer to you! He just laughs! He is usually pretty patient with me and puts up with my bossiness very well. But I feel like I owe it to him to "cool my jets" more often!
Another goal, as is with anyone who has had a child, lose the baby weight plus! I feel like if I post it I will have more pressure to fulfill this goal. I am SO close to being back to my weight before Hadley but I've got an extra ten to lose to be back where I was before Hayden. Running the 1/2 Marathon is also on my list, which Dan has decided to do with me. I think everybody and their dog is running this race in May which makes it all the more exciting. Training has actually been okay with Dan by my side and is helping me slowly fit back into all my old jeans :) My goal time... I would just like to finish. I just had a kid two months ago and was NOT in shape before that!
The last major goal for me is to keep a journal. Not just blogging, but actually writing in a book. I know that I love it when my mom shares her journal with me, and boy do I get a kick out of it. Why shouldn't I do the same. I would love to share all my memories and feeling with my family as I get older and pass on. I think it is also an awesome thing for me to look back on and realize the hard times and remember all of God's blessing. Dan and I have been all over the county and had many adventure to share with everyone, I just need to be better at writing them down. Well those are the major one I have been working on. Now on to the kiddos.

This is the scene at our house all the time

This proves how Sweet baby girl is, she totally puts up with mom all the time no matter how tired she is!

Hadley went in for her 2 month check up and did awesome with all the shots. She weight 12.2 lbs in the 70% and 23 inches tall 60% she has been turning up the charm! Her smiles can light up the room she has gotten so fast at eating. With her acid reflux she still spits up all over and is working on her distance. But this baby is just THEE sweetest thing. Not only is she sleeping through the night but the last two night she slept 11 hours! Which makes me love her even more!

My poor little boy has pretty much had ear infection for the last two months! We just can't get rid of them. Besides the ear aches this kid just cracks both Dan and I up. He will do anything to make you laugh, including maul you to death! He has been so good with his sister and loves to give her kisses and hugs. His favorite thing to do right now (besides play with cars) is playing on the treadmill with his cars!

Binky update

2010-02-16T16:59:00.007-05:00

Thank you to all who gave the wonderful advice! I ended up using a few different ideas. We took it away a few days ago and life has been a lot better. It has been a lot easier than I ever expected. The tantrums have reduced. It takes more work to put him to bed at night but well worth it. When he started crying for his binky, I gave him a cut one and boy was he mad! He put it in and out of the trash about 3 times before he would leave it there for good and 1/2 hour after crying he fell asleep. He only asked for it once after that and now he just jabbers all the time and is actually talking! He repeats words that we say all the time.

Hayden and Hadley are so cute together, and get along so well. Hayden loves to snuggle and give her loves and Hadley totally puts up with it.

This is the first morning after the "broken binky" it was also Valentines day so I made pancakes. Needless to say the whip cream and berries disappeared but the pancakes were untouched. He is turning into such a picky eater! (side note, Dad was in charge of PJ's that night so he has on PJ bottoms and his dirty shirt from the night before!)

My sweet little misses! She is showing more of her personality and very passive I love it. How can you not love those dimples? And the fact that she starting sleeping through the night at 5 weeks and this week (8 weeks) she sleep through the night every night! OH heavenly!

Hayden loves helping sis get all buckled up!

Dan and I made it to the 4th and final Dental ball last weekend. The Mandiball was so fun. What is not fun about pretending you are in high school, getting all dressed up and making a fool out of yourself on the dance floor! Dan is been in school so long that it is hard to believe that Dental school is so close to coming to an end. We have made friends for life here in Ohio and its so sad to realize we are going to be all split up and all over the country in just a few months! I hope we will find some more wonderful people in Florida, and keep in touch with the strong bonds we have made here!

Cards for a special occasion

2010-02-12T13:03:00.002-05:00

I have a sister that is AMAZING at card making. She can make anything you want for any body! My sister Jamie just started a blog for you to purchase cards. So make somebody feel special and send them a card! I LOVE getting mail (besides direct loans :) )I know a lot of my friends that read my blog are students and don't have too much dough but these are cheaper than what you buy at the store and SO much cuter. So if you can't afford them now than just go to her blog and click on the follow this blog at the top so in a few months when your hubby's graduate and you have a real paycheck you can easily find her blog and get some super cute cards. You can also send a comment if you want something customized! Check it out.

http://whimpleberrycards.blogspot.com/search/label/All

Mark your calendars

2010-02-10T14:08:00.003-05:00

I have a date set, and I am going into the unknown world of a.................. BINKY-LESS TODDLER! I know it might not sound like a big deal but IT IS! Hayden is only allowed his Binky for naps and bedtime, but it is getting out of control. The emotional attachment has set in and tantrums about needing the bink all the time are getting worse. The blessings and curses of a binky! Why or Why didn't I get rid of it earlier. These next couple weeks might be pretty horrible for all those at our residence! I start on Monday so ANY and ALL suggestions will be appericated!

of course I have got to add a pic or two of my little darlings!

Comparison

2010-01-11T17:02:00.004-05:00

Can it be true, my little girl is 3 weeks old today, yet it seems as if she has always been here! I thought I would do a little comparison of what Hayden looked like at 3 weeks old. Can you tell they are brother and sister? I can definitely see it, yet they look so different?! Hadley also has been showing more and more of her red hair!

Hadley

2010-01-03T15:48:00.006-05:00

My little girl is two weeks old on Monday. She has turned into a total sweet heart. I am just loving motherhood lately with my adorable infant and hilarious toddler! Daniel goes back to school tomorrow and I am a little nervous to be all on my own, but I have confidence that I can keep both my children and myself alive! :)

Hayden is pretty busy all the time but when he slows down for a sec he loves to give "little sis" attention. He is adjusting a lot better than I thought he would. He is feeling a lot better now that he has been taking an antibiotic. Every once in a while he will copy the word you just said and catch you off guard. Could it really be, my little boy is growing up??

We shall call her.........

2009-12-30T13:52:00.003-05:00

Yes, it took us a while to decide on a name. We actually jetted out of the hospital without a name, and oh boy they were all over us like we had committed a crime for not naming our child! But all is well now. She will be known as Hadley Lynne. The middle name was the hardest thing to pick I really wanted something different for a middle name, but in the end it just looked like our little girl. Hadley had her pic's taken yesterday. My baby girl is a week old ALREADY! Wow. Here is a preview of little miss sis.
http://www.amysuzannephotographic.com/apps/blog/

Hayden went to Hadley's one week appointment and the poor guy has his first ear infection. He is loving his little sis and likes to share his trucks. He is growing up so fast, he has officially started talking. Besides Mom, Dad and the beloved NO, CaRs has been added to his vocab with an occasional moRe.

My mother in law has been heaven sent along with my hubby! Two kids under two is a lot of work, something is always going on. But these little spirits are SO worth it.

She made it!

2009-12-23T21:32:00.006-05:00

Little girl came early afternoon Monday after my water broke. Oh she is a feisty little doll and we love her. 7lbs 2oz 21 inches. Our Christmas miracle. Babies are just so special!

She is very much a daddy's girl. She will scream at mom and she goes to dad and hushes right up! Hayden is not quite sure what to think of baby sis but he is loving all the extra attention from Grandma and Stacey. As soon as she got home he showered her with trucks.

I know its a quick post but more to come!

Not yet

2009-12-19T20:37:00.002-05:00

That's right the ticker to the side says today is the day! Little girl has not made an appearance, but I am having plenty of contractions. I go in on Tuesday to be induced if she doesn't work her magic by then. I have actually been feeling a lot better the last couple of days, compared to the misery I have been experiencing. In the mean time my mother in law and sister in law joined us and have been wonderful company the last few days. I am so excited to have them here for Christmas, yes I feel a little guilty taking them away from the rest of the family, but not bad enough to tell them to stay home! :)

Well wish me luck in the next few days and let me know if you have any suggestions to help me move into labor a little faster!

Maternity Photos

2009-12-08T21:26:00.004-05:00

I decided to get some maternity photos this time around and well I pretty much got the whole family involved. Let me just say I was never really into the maternity photo thing before. You fill so ugly and huge pregnant, but this was SUCH a good experience. If you are in the Ohio area you need to go to Amy Suzanne photography. She was awesome, she made me feel so special and beautiful! Amy was also SO patience with my little guy who was not so cooperative in the cold. Another plus she gives a discount to students. Check out her blog and our pictures!

http://www.amysuzannephotographic.com/apps/blog/

Ortho Residency

2009-12-06T21:10:00.004-05:00

Well if you haven't heard yet, this family is headed to Ft. Lauderdale Florida in 6 months. I have to admit I am so excited to be living in a vacation spot for a few years, but also a little nervous. First thought.... "sweet I get to kick it with gators all the time!" second thought.... " would if a gator tries to eat my kid!" I know I am weird. Daniel really loved the people in the program and we got a chance to visit a ward down there, very nice people. Dan will be one of only two boys in his program! But we are so grateful to our Heavenly Father to give our family the opportunity to fulfill Daniel's career goals. I know Heavenly Father has a plan for us and everything he does is for a reason, even though we may never know why. I will soon be starting my own career goal of beach bum with two kids, wish me luck!

P.S. Palm trees love visitors!

Looks like we are on the move....

2009-12-02T09:37:00.003-05:00

We found out today that Daniel got accepted into Orthodontic school! Yippee for Dan, I am so proud of him. He always works so hard at his goals. So now we know where we are moving to, which state anyway. But you have to call one of us to find out. I will give you one clue, we ARE moving.

Updates

2009-11-24T15:55:00.002-05:00

Well pretty much there is no update. Even at 36 weeks and being SO miserable and uncomfortable, Doc said nothings happening. So more baking in the oven, even though the oven feels over cooked! I complain but I am glad this baby is healthy and growing well.

In other news, Dan submitted his match list last week and........... more waiting. Next week a computer system will tell us where we are going to live for the next 2-3 years! Help me get my mind off the waiting game!! Wish us luck!