Pumpkin Carving

Tonight we got together with the Holland gang at my parent's house to carve pumpkins! I love doing this with my family and this year didn't disappoint.

The party...

Brady and Easton had so much fun at their party! We invited 20 kids and 19 came! They were so excited to see all their friends!

The invitation (thank you Whitney)The birthday boys waiting for their friends to arriveAbbey's fabulous sign!The cupcakesWe had pizza and rootbeerWe watched Toy StoryWith the help of my wonderful sisters and husband, we divided the kids into 4 groups and had them rotate stations. We played "Buzz-Buzz-Woody"and pin the badge on WoodyWe had Toy Story Bowlingand had a ball tossWe had a "pull" pinataand the kids got lots of candyBrady and Easton got lots of presentsand loved having so many friends to play withThey loved blowing out their candlesTheir cute cousin who are all their ageGroup hugIt was a great day! Thank you for all who helped us celebrate!

Happy birthday buddies!

Today is Brady and Easton's birthday! They are the big #4! We love these little dudes. They are so fun to have around and keep me on my toes. I am so lucky to be their mom and am very grateful for the special relationship they share with each other. Happy birthday buddies!

The cake...

It has been a crazy few days for our family and the fun continues. On Saturday we had a birthday party for Brady and Easton (pictures coming soon). Yesterday we had a little party for Luke and let him dive in! Today is Luke's birthday and the boys turn 4 on Wedensday! CRAZINESS!

Luke loved his cake! We used the same football mold from the boys cake 3 years ago! If I ever have a girl I will just have to use pink frosting! I could not love this boy more!

Happy Birthday Lukey!

Today my baby is 1! I remember the day like it was yesterday. Ryan had to work that day so the boys and I went up to Bridal Veil with Kelsey and my parents. That night we were watching the BYU football game and I went into labor. It was love at first sight for all of us! Luke is the perfect baby! He is happy all the time, smiles at anyone, and only fusses when he is hungry or tired. Brady and Easton wait for him to wake up every morning to give him loves ad play with him. He makes me smile all day long and Ryan thinks he is the best thing in life! Happy birthday baby Luke! We love you!

6 years

Happy anniversary to my handsome man! I am so lucky to be married to such an amazing guy. He is such a hard worker, fabulous husband, and incredible father. We have been so blessed in our six years of marriage. We have had our share of ups and downs but I would not want to face them with anyone else. Most importantly we have been blessed with 3 beautiful, healthy boys who have given our lives and marriage a whole new meaning. I cannot wait to see what the future holds for us. Happy Anniversary Ry! I love you!

RIP Flick...

Last week in preschool Brady and Easton learned about the letter B. Miss Cathy sent home a note letting us know we could bring in a BUG to show to the class. Brady and Easton decided they wanted to catch a grasshopper. When Ryan got home from work I sent him out with the boys to catch one. It was love at first sight! My kids named the grasshopper "Flick" and it went everywhere with us. We went to Nick's soccer game with Flick in tow and when we were getting in the car after I put him in the back. I don't know what I was thinking. The boys started screaming and sobbing and I had to pull off to the side of the road so they could hold him while we drove. Seriously. Every night they would put him to sleep and they would run out to check on him first thing in the morning. On Saturday we woke up and checked on Flick. We put some more grass in his jar and left him on the deck while we cleaned. Pretty soon Ryan came in and told me I fried the grasshopper. Brady and Easton were so upset. I told them we had to throw him away and they started screaming, "NO!" Ryan convinced them it was okay. Now they think they need a fish...heaven help me!