Grandma Snow came over for a minute on Saturday and Taite was not ready for her to leave. As soon as he noticed she was gone he headed straight for the window by our front door to tell her to come back. You need to stay longer next time Grandma.
8.27.2008
8.24.2008
Happy Anniversary
August 16th was our 7 year anniversary. Crazy how
time flies when you are having fun! To celebrate we went out to eat to our favorite restraunt, Painted Pony. At the restaurant Riley had planned for the waitress to bring out a bottle of Martinelli's so we could have a toast. Cute huh! After we went to Les Miserables at the Tuacahn. It was fabulous! I still have the music stuck in my head. If anyone has the soundtrack I would LOVE a copy. Heres to many more crazy and fun filled years!
8.13.2008
Hair cuts!
All three of the boys (Riley being the biggest boy) got their haircut last week. This included Taite's very first haircut! I don't have any pictures of Haydn's first hair cut (no idea where my first time mom brain was on that one) so I was sure to bring along my camera this time.
Haydn requested his hair to be spiky like Preston's. We tried talking him out of it because getting his hair done everyday is not a highlight, but he was persistent. Like usual in the end he won. And doesn't he look cute.
Haydn requested his hair to be spiky like Preston's. We tried talking him out of it because getting his hair done everyday is not a highlight, but he was persistent. Like usual in the end he won. And doesn't he look cute.
Taite before. Say good-bye to the mullet.
Taite during looking a little nervous
Oh my grown-up little boy. Where did my baby go?!
Oh my grown-up little boy. Where did my baby go?!
My three boys. So handsome!!
8.10.2008
8.08.2008
It's official
I know I'm a few days late, but we wanted to make Taite's 1 year birthday official. We had a quiet celebration at home after all the partying we did earlier in the month. It mainly consisted of Riley and I reminiscing of that special day a year ago and all the special days since then. Tatie is such a wonderful part of our family. He brings so much laughter and adventure, but he is also very loving and affectionate, especially to his family.Taite is soooo close to walking, he has 6 teeth, his first word is uh-oh, he likes to play with water, mom's laptop and whatever Haydn has. He loves fruit. His favorites are grapes, bananas, and applesauce. He loves to cuddle his face into his blanket and will not sleep without it.
We feel so lucky and blessed to have Tatie a part of our family. His first year is so memorable and I am so glad that I was able to stay home for part of it so I didn't miss out on all the wonderful moments. Taite, we look forward to watching you grow and can't wait for what the years will bring. Happy Birthday! Love, Mom & Dad
8.05.2008
Humanitarian Project
Riley's mom brought up the supplies to color file folder games while we were up Hobble Creek Canyon. There is a need for some educational toys and games at orphanages throughout the world. I thought this was such a great idea that I wanted to share it with others that might be looking for service ideas. I don't know how to knit, quilt, sew or many other of those "pioneer woman" skills, but I can color with the best of them. Here are the directions for the file folder games. http://www.lds.org/ldsfoundation/multimedia/files/pdf/51191_abc_pattern_pdf.pdf
There are also lots of other needs and ideas on the humanitarian website http://www.lds.org/ldsfoundation/accelwork/humanintereststory/0,7989,1325--9-1100,00.html
There are also lots of other needs and ideas on the humanitarian website http://www.lds.org/ldsfoundation/accelwork/humanintereststory/0,7989,1325--9-1100,00.html
8.04.2008
July wrap-up
Wow July was such a busy month! After returning from Hobble Creek we (with the help of Riley's dad) gutted our back yard, put in a new sprinkler system, had curbing poured and laid new sod in one week. It was a big job especially if you add in the 100 + degree weather and the fact that we were all sick. The final product is wonderful and I am so excited to have a backyard that the kids can play in. Super huge thanks to Steve, we couldn't have done it without you.
In September when it cools down we are going to plant trees and shrubs around the grass and fill in with rock.
We finished laying sod on Friday. Early Saturday morning we loaded the kids in the car and started the 6 hour drive to Roosevelt for my 10 yr high school reunion. I had been on the fence about going to my reunion for the longest time. I only spent my senior year at union high in a town were most of the people all grew up together. I was sure I would show up and no one would remember who I was. It turns out I was wrong. I had a great time and got to see most of the friends I had made in the short time I lived there. I haven't been back to Roosevelt for several years, so it was so nice to go and see people and catch up. We stayed with the Nielsen's and had such a nice time. Haydn had a ball running around with Larry and Shelley's grandkids, jumping on the trampoline, and riding the horse. I know that we will not wait for the next reunion to go back again.
On our way home Sunday we took a detour up to Syracuse to see Brian and Jaime's new baby girl. She is so beautiful and such a blessing. I was able to take some pictures while there and I know the new parents are dying to see some so here is a sneak peak. I hope you like them.
In September when it cools down we are going to plant trees and shrubs around the grass and fill in with rock.
We finished laying sod on Friday. Early Saturday morning we loaded the kids in the car and started the 6 hour drive to Roosevelt for my 10 yr high school reunion. I had been on the fence about going to my reunion for the longest time. I only spent my senior year at union high in a town were most of the people all grew up together. I was sure I would show up and no one would remember who I was. It turns out I was wrong. I had a great time and got to see most of the friends I had made in the short time I lived there. I haven't been back to Roosevelt for several years, so it was so nice to go and see people and catch up. We stayed with the Nielsen's and had such a nice time. Haydn had a ball running around with Larry and Shelley's grandkids, jumping on the trampoline, and riding the horse. I know that we will not wait for the next reunion to go back again.
On our way home Sunday we took a detour up to Syracuse to see Brian and Jaime's new baby girl. She is so beautiful and such a blessing. I was able to take some pictures while there and I know the new parents are dying to see some so here is a sneak peak. I hope you like them.
7.31.2008
Taite is R.A.D
Or Taite has RAD (Resistive Airway Disease)
The downside of spending time with all your cousins is that one of them is most likely sick or getting over a sickness. So unfortunately on the last day of our Hobble Creek trip both of the boys got a cold. We headed straight home for some much needed rest in their own beds and copious amounts of tylenol.
Well since we are such a close family Riley and I decided we wanted to be included in a the runny nose and coughing fun so we also developed a cold. That was 6 days ago and now Haydn and I are feeling much better. Riley has no voice (but that might be a good thing) Taite however did not seem to be getting any better. So off to the Dr. we went yesterday only to discover that Taite's lungs were not recoiling. This explained why he was so raspy and coughing. Poor fella. Now he is on a breathing inhaler every 4 hours. The breating treatments seem to be working though as he has finally gotten some sleep.
While we were at the Dr.'s they kindly did his 1 yr check-up. His hemoglobin levels are back where they are supposed to be. Yea! His head circumference is 18.1 in (40%). He is 29.13 in long (32%) and weighs a whopping 16.62 lbs (0%). Luckily their isn't a negative percentile, so we can't do any worse. The worst part is that now that he is a year I would love to turn his carseat around so he can face forwards, but since you are also supposed to be 20 lbs I can't. He only gained 1 lb in 3 months, so at this rate he will be 2 y/o before he is facing forwards!!
If anyone has any recommendations of how to bulk up their baby I would love to hear them. He is doing awesome with table food and eats almost anything I put in front of him. He also is doing well with whole milk.
The downside of spending time with all your cousins is that one of them is most likely sick or getting over a sickness. So unfortunately on the last day of our Hobble Creek trip both of the boys got a cold. We headed straight home for some much needed rest in their own beds and copious amounts of tylenol.
Well since we are such a close family Riley and I decided we wanted to be included in a the runny nose and coughing fun so we also developed a cold. That was 6 days ago and now Haydn and I are feeling much better. Riley has no voice (but that might be a good thing) Taite however did not seem to be getting any better. So off to the Dr. we went yesterday only to discover that Taite's lungs were not recoiling. This explained why he was so raspy and coughing. Poor fella. Now he is on a breathing inhaler every 4 hours. The breating treatments seem to be working though as he has finally gotten some sleep.
While we were at the Dr.'s they kindly did his 1 yr check-up. His hemoglobin levels are back where they are supposed to be. Yea! His head circumference is 18.1 in (40%). He is 29.13 in long (32%) and weighs a whopping 16.62 lbs (0%). Luckily their isn't a negative percentile, so we can't do any worse. The worst part is that now that he is a year I would love to turn his carseat around so he can face forwards, but since you are also supposed to be 20 lbs I can't. He only gained 1 lb in 3 months, so at this rate he will be 2 y/o before he is facing forwards!!
If anyone has any recommendations of how to bulk up their baby I would love to hear them. He is doing awesome with table food and eats almost anything I put in front of him. He also is doing well with whole milk.
7.27.2008
Spring Haven Lodge
We had such a fun vacation with the Snow's up Hobble Creek Canyon. We sure missed you Riley, Garrett, Dayna and boys!
Happy Birthday to Taite - take 2
Happy Birthday to Taite - take 2
Taite's 1st birthday - take 1
My little Taiter D will turn one August 4th. We have been traveling so much this month that we decided to take the party with us. Our first celebration was with my family in Minnesota.
Taite was such a good sport to keep on his b-day crown. I just loved it.
Haydn was also spoiled by getting a present from my parents and grandparents.
THE CAKE
YUM-O!!
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