From the Mouth of Carson

Carson... what a character! I could create a blog entirely out of funny things he says each day. Almost every Sunday, people approach me and say, "Do you know what your son said in Primary today?" Then I get really nervous. He really likes telling people that his mom is "Wude!"

Well, just the other day, I fixed Carson some dinosaur chicken nuggets for lunch. As he was munching them, he said:

Carson: "Mom, are dinosaurs weal?"

Me: "Yes. They're real, but they're all dead now."

Carson: "Is dat because Jesus ate one and didn't like it and got mad?"

He's on the Move!

Life, for me, has gotten much more difficult.

Ashton is mobile.

Everything has suddenly become dangerous. Yesterday, Ashton pulled a lamp down on top of himself... twice! He also spent almost 10 minutes opening and closing the door on our entertainment center. You could see the fascination in his eyes. It truly is adorable to watch him discover and explore. His personality seems to have changed with his new talents as well. He seems a little less baby already. That breaks my heart.

Please don't grow up too fast, Ashton!

Valentines Day 2010

We were definitely feeling the love in our home on Valentines Day this year! Justin and I discovered years ago that it is impossible to get a babysitter on Valentines Day, so we decided to start a new tradition: A fancy, romantic dinner... at home with the kids!! And boy, do they LOVE it! Each year, we order a heart-shaped pizza, fill the goblets with Root Beer, and make fancy treats. Our dinner was extra special this year because we shared it with two people we LOVE so much--Grandpa and Grandma Luke!!

While we were eating, I announced that we were going to go around the table and each say something we love about Grandpa and Grandma. Carson volunteered to go first. He hopped off his chair and started walking around the table. We were puzzled for a few minutes until we realized that he had taken my statement, "going around the table," literally! Too funny!!

Baby Ashton's Sweet Tooth

So, in the past week, Ashton has become mobile. That's right, he is crawling now. He is much happier with his new abilities. However, it has become apparent that Dad has forgotten what happens when baby becomes mobile. Valentines morning he found Kyler's box of chocolates and decided to help himself! Valentines day has been extra sweet this year because of you! So glad you are part of our family. We love you Ashton!

Happy 7th Birthday, Kyler!!

On January 31st, we celebrated 7 years with our sweet Kyler! Kyler is a unique boy. I recognized this years ago when we were working on potty training. After a successful trip to the potty, I hugged him and said something like, "You did it! Way to go!" Kyler's reply was, "That makes you happy!" He was concerned about my happiness at two years old, and this quality is even stronger today. Kyler is kind, selfless, and good. Every treat he gets at school, he brings home to share with his family. He is constantly giving his toys to his friends and siblings. I often try to convince him that he doesn't need to that, but he continues... and deep down, I admire his heart. My neighbor told me that everyday before they send their child off to school, they say, "Remember to be like Kyler!" Even on this last birthday, Kyler insisted on letting Carson open up one of his presents so he wouldn't be sad. That is Kyler. I feel privileged to raise such a wonderful boy!

We love you Kyler!

Super Baby

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's Super Baby--the most adorable baby known to mankind!! His cuteness is so extraordinary... super human genetics is the only logical explanation! Check out his heroic powers:

Flying

The ability to produce super goofy expressions on his parents!

Dashing Good Looks

Balance

Muscular Physique

Crazy Hair Day

Every year, my kids' school has Spirit Week--a week to be silly at school. It's as important as Halloween to my kids. They plan for it all year. Well, one of the days included in Spirit Week is Crazy Hair Day--our favorite! Each class picks one boy and one girl to walk in the Crazy Hair Parade, and McKenna has been picked each year. Check out the last few years:

Crazy Hair Day 2008 (First Grade)

Crazy Hair Day 2009 (Second Grade)

2009 (Kyler in Kindergarten)

Well, after winning two years in a row, the pressure was on for Mom to again create a hair masterpiece! We went with a Valentine theme this year:

Crazy Hair Day 2010... and of course... she took home the class prize.

I tried to talk Kyler into doing mud and gummy worms, but he wasn't feeling it. He was pretty pleased with this though. He was loving the silly do... until we drove up to the school... and then he wouldn't get out of the car!! (Kyler's a little less flamboyant then McKenna.) I had been up all night with a sick Ashton, and then up really early to do hair... so I wasn't very patient with his self consciousness. He finally peeled himself out of the car, and was immediately greeted with praise from his friends, so he felt better! He didn't win his class prize, but he kept it in on all day and ended up having a lot of fun. I was proud of him.

Love the profile shot! It shows how huge Kenna's hair actually was!

Even Carson and Ashton got in on the Craziness!