Glenwood Springs

 Our first family vacation with just the 4 of us! We went to Glenwood Springs for a long weekend. The boys helped take the luggage to our room.

 Then we headed to the hot springs. The boys ate lots of snacks and loved to swim. They enjoyed going in the big pool and jumping off the side to us. And there was also a kid pool that is only 1 foot deep all around and padded, it was so awesome for littles.
Paul and Kaden went back at night when the lights were all on and Kaden thought it was so neat.

We rode the gondola up to an amusement park on top of the mountain. There was an alpine slide at the top that we were able to take Kaden on. He didn't get scared at all, he kept telling us to go faster. There was also a cave tour we went on. It was hard on the boys because you weren't allowed to touch the wall at all, even though it was right next to you and every kid likes to run their hand along the wall. But they did really well and were champs through the whole thing. At one point they turned all the lights off to show how dark it was, Gavin wasn't too sure about that idea but just made a little whimper and held on close to mom. 

More fun pool time, it was right across the street from our hotel and we got free access so we took advantage every chance we could.

At the top of the mountain

We found a little craft show going on and walked around their for awhile. There was a live band the boys enjoyed dancing to.

We ate good food, walked around the little town, checked out the river, swam in the hot springs, and rode the alpine slide. Such a fun family getaway, we are already planning when we can go back.

Elitlches

Some friends invited us to Elitches today and we had a great time. I hadn't been in years, I forgot how much fun it was. The kids were all set and ready to go in their double strollers. 

 They absolutely loved all the rides they got to go on. Gavin looked so big riding next to Kaden all by himself. It's so fun to take your own kids to do theme parks and things that they truly enjoy.

Thanks Ivey Family for the awesome day, we can't wait to go with you guys again another time :)

Ella's New House

My hunky man built his first big project with his own hands! A new house for Ella! We got sick of her big plastic kennel and wanted one that blended in with the rest of the house better. She loves it! As soon as we brought it into the house she ran right in and went to sleep. Kaden can even use the latch now so he can help let her out. Thanks Love!

Father & Son Campout

 Paul and Kaden went to the Father and Son campout this weekend and had a great time! They set up the air mattress in the back of the Xterra and brought the ipad for movies and lots of snacks. It ended up raining a lot of the time so they hunkered down in the back of the car and had a great time.
Paul is such an amazing dad, he loves to do stuff with his kids any chance he gets. He's a great example and teaches them about love and the gospel. What fun memories they made!

Snuggled In

snuggles and ipads what could be better?

Going through my pictures I was surprised just how many snuggle pictures there were of the boys, they are such great friends and play so well together. It's so fun having these two boys together!

Co-op Preschool 2015

Kaden absolutely loved his first year of preschool this year, he did so well. We did a co-op with some other friends, there were 4 kids total and that worked really well to ease him into it. We switched having it at our houses. 

the preschool set up at our house

building a fort pyramid for our camels

snack time, Gavin likes to feel like part of the group

Valentine party at our house

masquerade masks

dance party

dinosaur tails

we made cameras

Last day of preschool

 Kaden and I got to pick out the hats for our preschool graduation and Kaden had such a great time helping me pick out just the right one.

 This was the party at one of the mom's house for graduation. They are laying on a collapsed bounce house which they loved and had so much fun in. One of the mom's made an awesome video of the year that they are all watching intently.

 All the kids from preschool, they got to be good buddies.

My sweet boy, he wants to be an astronaut when he grows up, but that could be because the kid before him said that :) This kid brings me so much joy and love into my life. He is the best and you can't help but be happy around him. Love you Kaden, we are so proud of you!

Mother's Day 2015

My sweet Kaden went to the Lowe's build and grow activity for this month and made me my very own flower box. He and Paul do this about every month, it is something they special they really enjoy doing together. 

 Here is the finished product, he was so proud of his accomplishment and for me to see it. He even helped his daddy pick out which flowers to put in it. I was thrilled, my favorite mother's day present by far!

My favorite boys in the world. I get to be a mom everyday to them and help them learn and grow and draw close to their Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. I truly find joy daily in my calling as mom. It is because of my amazing mom that I am the wife and mother I am today. She has taught me so much about love and faith, the ultimate example. I love her so dearly. She is truly one of my very greatest friends on this earth, thank you mom for everything you have done for me and continue to do for me today.