Monday, June 30
Friday, June 27
Jack Attack
"Aah mum" ("Amen")
He's been really good at folding his arms (actually one hand holds the top of the other) for prayer, but this was the first time he said "Amen" at the end of it although he hasn't said it since :(
He's been really good at folding his arms (actually one hand holds the top of the other) for prayer, but this was the first time he said "Amen" at the end of it although he hasn't said it since :(
Friday, June 20
Jack Attack
"Nyohh" ("No")
I probably dind't get the pronunciation right, but it sounds really funny to me.
I probably dind't get the pronunciation right, but it sounds really funny to me.
Thursday, June 19
Childproof?
I caught Jack doing this today...
Also, the only reason I said "Yay, Jack!" is because before I got out the camera, he would open the cabinet and clap while staring at me until I figured out that he wanted me to clap (kind of like when I was trying to teach him to clap I would start clapping while looking at him, waiting for him to do it too). The he would close the cabinet and clap until I clapped again. It was so cute that he wanted approval for this new thing he accomplished - even though there are some dangerous chemicals behind "childproof/locked" cabinets. I really hope he doesn't figure out that all the cabinets and drawers he can't open have the same kind of locks on them... (wish me luck!!) :D
Monday, June 16
Our First Family Vacation!
Warning: Picture overload!
So, we went camping this past weekend...actually it was just a one night deal. We have traveled before (the three of us), but this was the first time is was only the three of us and it was a lot of fun. I've got some fun stories that go along with it, but I will try to keep the storytelling to a minimum here...
After we got there and unloaded the car, we went for a walk down to the point in the river where "they" get in and float back to the campsite. It was pretty warm and sunny out, so we rubbed Jack down with sunscreen and I was grateful he left his hat on pretty much the whole time. The first walk took about 15 minutes or so, so we took turns carrying Jack although Britton's turns were longer than mine :)
There is a section of the "beach" designated for little tykes...they had bulldozers, shovels, pails and other sand toys.
Jack got into the dirt thing...I was secretly proud
Here's Britton checking the water temperature
Jack thought he was too cool wearing not just his hat, but Daddy's too.
So, we went camping this past weekend...actually it was just a one night deal. We have traveled before (the three of us), but this was the first time is was only the three of us and it was a lot of fun. I've got some fun stories that go along with it, but I will try to keep the storytelling to a minimum here...
After we got there and unloaded the car, we went for a walk down to the point in the river where "they" get in and float back to the campsite. It was pretty warm and sunny out, so we rubbed Jack down with sunscreen and I was grateful he left his hat on pretty much the whole time. The first walk took about 15 minutes or so, so we took turns carrying Jack although Britton's turns were longer than mine :)
There is a section of the "beach" designated for little tykes...they had bulldozers, shovels, pails and other sand toys.
Jack got into the dirt thing...I was secretly proud
Here's Britton checking the water temperature
Jack thought he was too cool wearing not just his hat, but Daddy's too.
So, I got a little cocky about being a "One-Match Wonder" - I like being in charge of the fire (it was always my responsibilty at any camp I went to). It only took one match to start it, and I refused to use another one both of the times we decided to rejuvenate it. With it being in a barrel and all, I sure got a lot of ashes in my face blowing it back to life.
Roasting hot dogs for dinner. I'm holding the coke to ice my fingers. I accidentally touched the hot end of the metal stick...whoops!
Jack was being happy sitting in his makeshift high-chair (stroller) when we sat down to eat.
If you look really close, you can see the pink tint on my forehead and nose/cheeks. I wore my sunglasses all day Friday, so on Saturday when we got back I looked like a tomato, but skier style.
My handsome boy!! (Who desperately needs a haircut, by the way!!)
After dinner, we showered Jack and got him into his pjs and then went for a walk up to the "store". The rocks paving the road were much bigger than gravel, so Britton pulled him from behind instead of pushing. I don't think he figured out what was happening.
The inside of our cabin
Built-in bunk beds
After we put Jack down for bed, we broke out the dessert...
SMORES!!!
Eating smores in the shade of our cabin
After the sun went down and the fire died out, we decided to "turn in" for the night. This is a picture of Britton trying to find and kill the cricket that had somehow made it to the top bunk in our cabin. He was also killing all the (as he put it) "rabies-carrying" moths that had found their way inside, too.
About 5 minutes after that picture was taken Jack woke up crying and as we tried to console him, we realized something wasn't right. But before we could do anything about it, he threw up. Poor kid! That was the first time he had ever thrown up and it had to be on vacation. We were able to clean up pretty quickly and he only did it once more, but I was prepared with a towel, so no issues then. The only problem is that he got our comforter the first time, so Britton and I used a small blanket to sleep with and although Britton was so toasty warm he was sweating all night, I was freezing! That along with jumping up to grab a towel at any sound Jack made all night, meant that I didn't get any sleep. Sunday, when Britton was showing me 3 bug bites he had gotten, he decided it wasn't fair that I didn't get any. I told him I would have traded 1) being thrown up on and 2) not sleeping all night because I was freezing and waking up at any movement/sound Jack made, for the bug bites if he was that sad about it. He said he was fine...lol! (Disclaimer: We were just laughing about it...I'm not really upset or sad about how anything turned out. It all worked out and we had SO much fun together!) :D
Our cabin
The outside shower down by the river that we used to bathe Jack. (The inside showers weren't heated.)
As we were loading everything into the car, Jack was just playing by himself. He had climbed into the back seat on his own and was trying to buckle in...I guess he was ready to get on the road, ha ha!
This is the "Resort Store", well the right side is. The door to the left is where the flushing toilets and cold showers were.
Roasting hot dogs for dinner. I'm holding the coke to ice my fingers. I accidentally touched the hot end of the metal stick...whoops!
Jack was being happy sitting in his makeshift high-chair (stroller) when we sat down to eat.
If you look really close, you can see the pink tint on my forehead and nose/cheeks. I wore my sunglasses all day Friday, so on Saturday when we got back I looked like a tomato, but skier style.
My handsome boy!! (Who desperately needs a haircut, by the way!!)
After dinner, we showered Jack and got him into his pjs and then went for a walk up to the "store". The rocks paving the road were much bigger than gravel, so Britton pulled him from behind instead of pushing. I don't think he figured out what was happening.
The inside of our cabin
Built-in bunk beds
After we put Jack down for bed, we broke out the dessert...
SMORES!!!
Eating smores in the shade of our cabin
After the sun went down and the fire died out, we decided to "turn in" for the night. This is a picture of Britton trying to find and kill the cricket that had somehow made it to the top bunk in our cabin. He was also killing all the (as he put it) "rabies-carrying" moths that had found their way inside, too.
About 5 minutes after that picture was taken Jack woke up crying and as we tried to console him, we realized something wasn't right. But before we could do anything about it, he threw up. Poor kid! That was the first time he had ever thrown up and it had to be on vacation. We were able to clean up pretty quickly and he only did it once more, but I was prepared with a towel, so no issues then. The only problem is that he got our comforter the first time, so Britton and I used a small blanket to sleep with and although Britton was so toasty warm he was sweating all night, I was freezing! That along with jumping up to grab a towel at any sound Jack made all night, meant that I didn't get any sleep. Sunday, when Britton was showing me 3 bug bites he had gotten, he decided it wasn't fair that I didn't get any. I told him I would have traded 1) being thrown up on and 2) not sleeping all night because I was freezing and waking up at any movement/sound Jack made, for the bug bites if he was that sad about it. He said he was fine...lol! (Disclaimer: We were just laughing about it...I'm not really upset or sad about how anything turned out. It all worked out and we had SO much fun together!) :D
Our cabin
The outside shower down by the river that we used to bathe Jack. (The inside showers weren't heated.)
As we were loading everything into the car, Jack was just playing by himself. He had climbed into the back seat on his own and was trying to buckle in...I guess he was ready to get on the road, ha ha!
This is the "Resort Store", well the right side is. The door to the left is where the flushing toilets and cold showers were.
Saturday, June 14
Cinderella??!!
I saw this on Erin's blog and thought I would try it...
You Are Cinderella!
Which Disney Princess Are You?
You Are Cinderella!
Dignified and hard working. With a gentle and soft-spoken manner you have something many people don't. Patience. Even through the moments of heartbreak you're still able to hold onto all of your hopes and dreams. Bide your time; your dream will come true.
Which Disney Princess Are You?
Saturday, June 7
Next time won't you sing with me?
Thanks, Mindi, for this ABC tag!
A- Attached or Single? Attached
B-Best Friend? Britton
C-Cake or pie? Both
D-Day of choice? Sunday
E-Essential Item? I don't think I have ever in my life been without hair elastics. I always have my hair pulled back into a ponytail - even now when it's so short.
F-Favorite color? It has been blue ever since I can remember, but I wonder if I'm so passionate about it anymore.
G-Gummy bears or worms? Neither...I'm not too big on candy, but anything gummy I will actually turn down when offered. I guess I don't like texture.
H-Home town? Wilmington, NC
I-Favorite indulgence? I am a fickle woman, it changes too often to keep track of.
J-January or July? July
K-Kids? 1, Jack is another best friend.
L-Life isn't complete without? Family, (without sounding too cliche hopefully) The Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ
M-Marriage date? June '04
N-Number of brothers and sisters? 12 total (not all from the same parents for those of you that are hyperventilating)
O-Oranges or Apples? Both
P-Phobias? My arachnophobia has calmed quite a bit since I was younger, but I still have a touch of Claustrophobia. Truth be told I have a little Pediophobia also (fear of dolls). I came across a webpage that lists Phobias. After looking through most of them, I probably have Dishabillophobia also (but you'll have to look it up if you want to know what it is...you should probably look it up using the hyperlink I have provided under "webpage").
Q-Quote?
"And in the end it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years." - Abraham Lincoln
"We don't stop playing because we grow old; We grow old because we stop playing." - George Bernard Shaw
"Women don't want to hear what you think. Women want to hear what they think - in a deeper voice." - Bill Cosby
"If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything." - Mark Twain
R-Reasons to smile?
Waking up to a beautiful day; blue skies, very few white puffy clouds, warm sunshine, slight breeze.
Counting your blessings.
Fitting into old jeans.
Spontaneity.
Nostalgic smells and songs.
Childrens' laughter.
True love.
S-Season of choice? Summer...and Fall too.
T-Tag 3 people: Christy L., Krishelle, Mindi B.
U-Unknown fact about me? I think it's common knowledge that I was a big tom-boy growing up, or at least expected, although I am trying to refine these rough qualities in my "old age". But what you don't know is; I used to be proud that as a young woman I once won a belching contest with the young men. Now, it's more than a little embarrasing.
V-Vegetable? I LOVE them all, with few exceptions; okra (although I'll eat it fried if it's offered to me), eggplant, beets.
W-Worst habit? Talking over people and not thinking before speaking. This makes conversations practically horror movies that play in my mind for days after taking place.
X-Xray or Ultrasound? If getting an ultrasound means pregnancy, and x-ray means broken bone, I will take the ultrasound.
Y-Your favorite food? It has been macaroni and cheese since I was like 2...maybe I should invest some time in finding a new one?
Z-Zodiac sign: Virgo
A- Attached or Single? Attached
B-Best Friend? Britton
C-Cake or pie? Both
D-Day of choice? Sunday
E-Essential Item? I don't think I have ever in my life been without hair elastics. I always have my hair pulled back into a ponytail - even now when it's so short.
F-Favorite color? It has been blue ever since I can remember, but I wonder if I'm so passionate about it anymore.
G-Gummy bears or worms? Neither...I'm not too big on candy, but anything gummy I will actually turn down when offered. I guess I don't like texture.
H-Home town? Wilmington, NC
I-Favorite indulgence? I am a fickle woman, it changes too often to keep track of.
J-January or July? July
K-Kids? 1, Jack is another best friend.
L-Life isn't complete without? Family, (without sounding too cliche hopefully) The Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ
M-Marriage date? June '04
N-Number of brothers and sisters? 12 total (not all from the same parents for those of you that are hyperventilating)
O-Oranges or Apples? Both
P-Phobias? My arachnophobia has calmed quite a bit since I was younger, but I still have a touch of Claustrophobia. Truth be told I have a little Pediophobia also (fear of dolls). I came across a webpage that lists Phobias. After looking through most of them, I probably have Dishabillophobia also (but you'll have to look it up if you want to know what it is...you should probably look it up using the hyperlink I have provided under "webpage").
Q-Quote?
"And in the end it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years." - Abraham Lincoln
"We don't stop playing because we grow old; We grow old because we stop playing." - George Bernard Shaw
"Women don't want to hear what you think. Women want to hear what they think - in a deeper voice." - Bill Cosby
"If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything." - Mark Twain
R-Reasons to smile?
Waking up to a beautiful day; blue skies, very few white puffy clouds, warm sunshine, slight breeze.
Counting your blessings.
Fitting into old jeans.
Spontaneity.
Nostalgic smells and songs.
Childrens' laughter.
True love.
S-Season of choice? Summer...and Fall too.
T-Tag 3 people: Christy L., Krishelle, Mindi B.
U-Unknown fact about me? I think it's common knowledge that I was a big tom-boy growing up, or at least expected, although I am trying to refine these rough qualities in my "old age". But what you don't know is; I used to be proud that as a young woman I once won a belching contest with the young men. Now, it's more than a little embarrasing.
V-Vegetable? I LOVE them all, with few exceptions; okra (although I'll eat it fried if it's offered to me), eggplant, beets.
W-Worst habit? Talking over people and not thinking before speaking. This makes conversations practically horror movies that play in my mind for days after taking place.
X-Xray or Ultrasound? If getting an ultrasound means pregnancy, and x-ray means broken bone, I will take the ultrasound.
Y-Your favorite food? It has been macaroni and cheese since I was like 2...maybe I should invest some time in finding a new one?
Z-Zodiac sign: Virgo
Monday, June 2
Wedding Tag
Sorry it took me so long to get to, but thanks for the tag Esther! I got so mad at the cd that had my pictures on it, so I had to pull out my album and scan in most of these pictures. Don't worry...I didn't hit the computer this time :P
1. What date is your anniversary?
June of 2004
2.Where did you get married?
We were sealed in the Jordan River Temple
3. Who proposed and how?
Britton proposed to me. We had plans to go out for dinner, but then Britton's brother asked us to babysit for them afterwards. We went to their house and found a note on the door that said that they had to run an errand and would be back soon, but to just wait for them inside. There wasn't anything out of the ordinary, but I did notice a beautiful boquet of roses on the counter. I even mentioned how thoughtful Britton's brother had been for getting them for his wife (for no apparent reason). I also saw her cd player out along with her cds, so I said we should play some music. I put something fun on and Britton asked for me to teach him some dance moves. [As a side note: I was really big into dancing, but Britton is completely the opposite. Once when we were dating, I put on a "romantic" song and pulled Britton off the couch to dance with me. Britton is not a dancer and is very uncomfortable doing so, so he started laughing. I was immediately embarrased to the point of anger because he was laughing (at me it felt like), so I stormed over to the cd player and turned off the music. I learned never to do that again.] So when he asked me to teach him some dance moves, you can imagine I put up some resistance. I could see that he was contrite and sincere, so I gave in. Once the song ended, he said he knew what to play next. He had hidden a cd in the case and played that "romantic" song I had played that day I got mad at him. I thought it was sweet and we started dancing. I could feel Britton shaking, and I asked what was wrong. He said it was because he was so uncomfortable dancing. Once the song was over, he took me over to the table that had the roses on it, and said they were for me. He then opened a drawer and pulled something out at the same time he dropped to one knee. It happened so fast I almost started laughing, but I could see he was so nervous. I guess I didn't even give him an answer, instead I pulled him off his knees to hug him while he was still freaking out because I hadn't said "yes" yet. It's a fun story :)
4. How long were you engaged?
Five days shy of 3 months.
5. What was the favorite part of your wedding day? (besides who you were marrying, hopefully)
EVERYTHING!! It was probably the best day of my whole life...just feeling with 100% clarity that you are at the right place at the right time doing the right thing with the right person - it's complete euphoria.
6. What would you change if you could?
Coulda, shoulda, woulda...My wedding experience was perfect. But there are some things that I learned I won't budge on when it comes to my kids' weddings :)
7.Wedding colors?
I never nailed them down to exact colors...well I did in the beginning, it was supposed to be periwinkle, pink, and white. I don't remember why, but I changed them to a blue color (periwinkle), lavender, and white.
8.Do you remember anything special from your ceremony? Any good advice? A comical moment?
A. Special ceremony) It was very special that my father-in-law sealed us. That will be a wonderful memory to share with our kids/grandkids.
B. Good advice) What I love about the whole thing was that it was all so wonderful. Looking back I realize that there were probably so many things that I could have been bent out of shape about, but I didn't and now I only have wonderful memories. I mean, do you really want to look back and chide yourself because the only memory you have of your wedding day is that you threw a fit because things didn't go exactly as planned? I'm glad I made that decision internally before the big day.
C. Comical moments) 1. Britton actually stepped on my dress as we were walking out the temple doors, breaking my bustle before I even had a chance to use it. 2. On our way to the airport (leaving Utah for the North Carolina reception while still technically on our honeymoon), we stopped off at Church Headquarters so I could attend a job interview.
9.Were you clean or messy when you cut your wedding cake?
We had two receptions. Here in Utah, I think we were pretty nice...
In North Carolina, we may have been a tad naughty - this is a picture of Britton wiping cake off my dress.
10.Where did you go on your honeymoon?
We stayed at Little America in SL the first night and then we went up to a condo in Park City for 3 nights. Then we flew out to North Carolina for the other reception. We ended up changing "accomodations" 7 times in 11 days or something like that...it was a little crazy, but fun :D
11.How long have you been married now?
We will be celebrating our 4th anniversary this month!
I tag: Micki, Tiffany, Becky, and Maria
1. What date is your anniversary?
June of 2004
2.Where did you get married?
We were sealed in the Jordan River Temple
3. Who proposed and how?
Britton proposed to me. We had plans to go out for dinner, but then Britton's brother asked us to babysit for them afterwards. We went to their house and found a note on the door that said that they had to run an errand and would be back soon, but to just wait for them inside. There wasn't anything out of the ordinary, but I did notice a beautiful boquet of roses on the counter. I even mentioned how thoughtful Britton's brother had been for getting them for his wife (for no apparent reason). I also saw her cd player out along with her cds, so I said we should play some music. I put something fun on and Britton asked for me to teach him some dance moves. [As a side note: I was really big into dancing, but Britton is completely the opposite. Once when we were dating, I put on a "romantic" song and pulled Britton off the couch to dance with me. Britton is not a dancer and is very uncomfortable doing so, so he started laughing. I was immediately embarrased to the point of anger because he was laughing (at me it felt like), so I stormed over to the cd player and turned off the music. I learned never to do that again.] So when he asked me to teach him some dance moves, you can imagine I put up some resistance. I could see that he was contrite and sincere, so I gave in. Once the song ended, he said he knew what to play next. He had hidden a cd in the case and played that "romantic" song I had played that day I got mad at him. I thought it was sweet and we started dancing. I could feel Britton shaking, and I asked what was wrong. He said it was because he was so uncomfortable dancing. Once the song was over, he took me over to the table that had the roses on it, and said they were for me. He then opened a drawer and pulled something out at the same time he dropped to one knee. It happened so fast I almost started laughing, but I could see he was so nervous. I guess I didn't even give him an answer, instead I pulled him off his knees to hug him while he was still freaking out because I hadn't said "yes" yet. It's a fun story :)
4. How long were you engaged?
Five days shy of 3 months.
5. What was the favorite part of your wedding day? (besides who you were marrying, hopefully)
EVERYTHING!! It was probably the best day of my whole life...just feeling with 100% clarity that you are at the right place at the right time doing the right thing with the right person - it's complete euphoria.
6. What would you change if you could?
Coulda, shoulda, woulda...My wedding experience was perfect. But there are some things that I learned I won't budge on when it comes to my kids' weddings :)
7.Wedding colors?
I never nailed them down to exact colors...well I did in the beginning, it was supposed to be periwinkle, pink, and white. I don't remember why, but I changed them to a blue color (periwinkle), lavender, and white.
8.Do you remember anything special from your ceremony? Any good advice? A comical moment?
A. Special ceremony) It was very special that my father-in-law sealed us. That will be a wonderful memory to share with our kids/grandkids.
B. Good advice) What I love about the whole thing was that it was all so wonderful. Looking back I realize that there were probably so many things that I could have been bent out of shape about, but I didn't and now I only have wonderful memories. I mean, do you really want to look back and chide yourself because the only memory you have of your wedding day is that you threw a fit because things didn't go exactly as planned? I'm glad I made that decision internally before the big day.
C. Comical moments) 1. Britton actually stepped on my dress as we were walking out the temple doors, breaking my bustle before I even had a chance to use it. 2. On our way to the airport (leaving Utah for the North Carolina reception while still technically on our honeymoon), we stopped off at Church Headquarters so I could attend a job interview.
9.Were you clean or messy when you cut your wedding cake?
We had two receptions. Here in Utah, I think we were pretty nice...
In North Carolina, we may have been a tad naughty - this is a picture of Britton wiping cake off my dress.
10.Where did you go on your honeymoon?
We stayed at Little America in SL the first night and then we went up to a condo in Park City for 3 nights. Then we flew out to North Carolina for the other reception. We ended up changing "accomodations" 7 times in 11 days or something like that...it was a little crazy, but fun :D
11.How long have you been married now?
We will be celebrating our 4th anniversary this month!
I tag: Micki, Tiffany, Becky, and Maria
Sunday, June 1
Jack Attack
"I do!"
He want's to do EVERYTHING by himself, so he normally repeats this one like 20 times in one minute.
He want's to do EVERYTHING by himself, so he normally repeats this one like 20 times in one minute.
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