Graydin is Walking!!!

Graydin is full on walking! He has taken a few steps here and there for about a month now, but just the last few days he has actually been walking more than crawling. I think he liked crawling because he could get from place to place a lot faster. I know a lot of you may think this is late but Trevin didnt take his first steps til he was 15 months. So, Graydin walking at 13 months is very significant to us!

Random Busy Week!

Here are a few random Pictures from our very busy week!

On Wednesday, Trevins preschool went to pumpkin land here are a few of his classmates and friends!

On Friday, Rich and Trevin went to Idaho for some work Rich had to do. Trevin loves to stay in Hotels and acts like he owns the place when he is there. He loves having his own bed and own TV. He thinks he is a stud. While they were out they went to a pumpkin patch as well!

Every time they stop for gas Trevin just has to get out of the car and help dad!



On Saturday, We went to my sisters house in Hooper and decorated cookies and then the kids got dressed up and we went to boo at the Zoo. Believe me it was literally a Zoo of People! This is a picture of Trevin with my 92 year old Grandma, she is so sweet and was probably just thinking...Oh dear why does he have long hair! I think I would have really cute girls!

On Sunday we only had 1 hour of church since our ward split. So we went to temple square and walked around!

Photo Tag!

I have been tagged by my friend Tina. Now I am not one for tags but this one is kinda fun, it's a photo tag. You go to your picture files, choose the 4th file, go to the 4th picture and post it and explain it and then tag 4 people.

This is Rich and Graydin this summer in the swimming pool at the hotel we stayed at when we went to Disneyland! I call Rich Mr. Mom, because he takes on all of the responsiblities that a father and husband should have as well as most of the responsibilities a mother has. Since I teach and manage our dance studio, I dont even get home until 9:30 or so some nights . When I get home Rich has both kids fed, and put to bed by the time I get home. He never complains about having to take care of them so much and is extremely supportive in helping me fulfill one of my dreams of having a dance studio. I am so lucky to have Rich as my husband because I dont think there is anyone out there that would do and put up with the things that Rich does! He is such a great example to me and my two boys and I could not do it without him!

I usually would not tag someone but I am really interested to see what is in Robyn W., Kirstin, Melanie, and Misti S. picture files and whoe ever else would like to share!

Mamma Mia! Girls Weekend!

This last weekend I went on a much needed girls weekend with My sister in-laws and Mother in-law. We all left Friday and Stopped in St. George for some shopping at the outlets, then we headed our way to Las Vegas! We stayed at the Silverton where there was Very yummy $5 pizza and an awesome huge fish aquarium. The whole reason for going to Vegas was to go see the musical "Mamma Mia". It was AWESOME! Saturday night we went to the musical after another full day of shopping at the Vegas outlets (yes, Rich's sisters love to shop!) We had some very eventful nights at the silverton, It is really funny to be with a bunch of moms that dont get out too much! I would expand but what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas! I had such a great time and am fully refreshed! Thanks for the weekend ladies!

This is my sister in-laws and mother in-law at the Mandalay Bay where the musical was shocked

by the prices on the menu! Talk about Expensive.

This is all of us in the theatre before the musical started!

Ward split!

I came home from a girls weekend last night to find out that our ward had been split! I just want to say to all the great families that we lost, I am so sad! I know its not like they moved away, but still it will be so sad not to see you on sundays! We will miss you ! I declare we have a ladies night once a month so that we still can hang out and see eachother! What do you think???
Good luck with your new ward!

Graydins Art Work!

Tonight I was out in the front yard talking to a neighbor that has moved away that I havent seen in a while. Trevin had gone inside to go play down stairs and Graydin had followed him. I came in and found My barely 13 month old Graydin with a black marker in his hand and marker all over his shirt. I thought dang it Graydin how did you find that marker. A little later I went to lock the front door and noticed that my China Hutch, and both white couches in my formal living room has art work as well. The Art work on the China Hutch looked a little high so I measured Graydin to the markings. Yep just perfect!

In almost 4 years of Trevins life he has never drawn on anything he wasnt supposed to. Graydin seems to amaze us every day at how crazy and busy he is. This is really new to us as parents because Trevin has always been just the opposite.

I thought I was being such a good mom today. I fed them breakfast, lunch, and made them a good dinner(opposed to usually eating out!) Played outside, went for a walk, and watched a movie with them. I thought I was doing so good! Oh well at least it gives me something to blog about!



I must say 1 more thing! Those of you who are stay at home moms are amazing! With my studio I am working at least four days a week and Rich takes over and is super mom! I have never met a man that does as much mommy stuff and Daddy stuff as Rich does he is truly amazing and so is everyone else who are stay home moms!

p.s. does anyone know how to get the dry erase marker out of the couch? I have tried everything!

Trevins 1st Dentist Visit!

Trevin had a his first Dentist Visit today. Ya I know he is almost 4 and I should have done it a long time ago! The matter of fact is that I HATE going to the dentist myself. I hate the smell, I hate teeth, I just hate everything about it! I have also heard such horror stories from my sister-in-laws and friend about their kids going to the dentist and just freaking out. So, I just have been putting it off for a very long time. Well one of my students and friends, dad and husband is a pediatric dentist in Lehi, Hans Peterson. He is a real nice guy and great dentist so I thought if anyone is good enough he is. So I made Rich take him in for his appt. We are happy to report he has NO cavities and he was so good and did everything the doctor asked! He was so excited to show me the prize and toothbrush he got from the dentist! It's really bad when it takes 3 yr old to show me, hey mom the dentist isn't that bad!

The Happiest Place On Earth! Family Vacation 08' # 4

This Past Weekend Rich's work sent us to Florida as a Thank You for working for them for 5yrs! They paid for our airfare, Hotel on the beach, transportation, and food! We had a blast! We actually had to pay for Trevins airfare. It was supposed to be for just the 2 of us, but since we went on a cruise in August we decided to take the whole family. Yes, we are still glad we made that decision. We had a lot of fun!
Our hotel was right on Clearwater beach and it was so warm and powder sand! It also had a little playground that the kids loved.
We left on Thursday and Trevin was over excited to fly on the airplane. Friday we just played on the beach and then that night Rich and I had to go to the award banquet. We had called a bishop down in florida prior and had a member watch the kids for a few hours. They were super nice!(I know some of you may think that is crazy) Trev wasnt feeling that good that night, I think from all of the excitement the day before and the anticipation of Disney World. Saturday, We spent the day at Disney World! It was so much fun. Everyone told me it was just like Disneyland but I wanted to see for myself. Trevin made us go on every ride before we could leave that day!(of course that he could ride). I do agree Disneyland is better! Sunday we boarded the plane and came home!




On The beach There was a pier and like a little fair, this pirate was their taking pictures with kids. Trevin thought that was just the coolest thing!
This is the Happiest Place on Earth! Disneyworld!
Below is one of the few rides that Disneyland does not have, Aladdin's carpet ride.
This is so funny! We had to pack everything from the airport to the parking lot. Rich decided to only bring the single stroller so it was quite the scene getting to the lot. Graydin fell asleep as soon as we landed. Of course he was wide awake the whole 4 hours in air. Trev had just woken up but too tired to walk. Trevin is in the stroller with both carseats on top. He thought it was funny!
Rich and Graydin on the Whinnie the Pooh ride!



Graydin going down the slide at the beach! Graydin we have found to be very daring. This is new to us for our little Trevin is just the opposite!

On The Beach there is this guy Dallas he has been doing the same show for at least 5 yrs Rich informed me. Rich saw him there when he was in florida for training 5 yrs ago, he about has it memorized word for word.

Circus Disappointment!

Rich bought tickets to the Big circus that was in the energy Solution arena last week! He actually bought them about a month ago and Trevin had been talking about it all the time. Last year I had just had a baby so Trevin went to the circus with his dad, cousins, and grandma. They came back and told me what a great time they had and such. Needless to say I was so excited to take Trev and see his excitement. Well we got there an hour early for the pre show so that he could go down on the floor and see some animals and clowns. About 6:45 we had to go back to our seats so that the show could start at 7. About 6:55 Trevin fell asleep. Yep thats right, he slept the whole darn show. UGGG! I tried to just enjoy the circus myself but of course all of you that have kids, know there is nothing like seeing the excitement in your kids eyes. Sorry we dont have pics, we forgot the camera.