One year ago, as my mom said, I was hopelessly complaining that my skin was hurting. You see, I was about to deliver a 9 lb 7 oz baby. Not an easy task for a 5'2" girl.
Today I still bear some of those scars, but it is with the greatest joy in my heart that I can say that North is one! I am so proud of him, and the sweet, joyful, stubborn kid that he is. The past year has been full of spit-up, constant cloth diaper changes, laundry, 100% breastfeeding (NO FORMULA EVER!), crawling, laughing, sleepless nights, cute smiles, countless pictures and snuggles. I am extremely proud of myself for still nursing him and cloth diapering. As my mom also says, "The first birthday is really for the mom." So today is my day too. I survived. I am proud. There is something really special about mothers and sons. It seems like these precious years are just going to fly by. I love him so much. His future is bright. He has a higher calling - more than I could ever imagine - and I am already proud of the little man he has become.
Friday, June 24, 2011
Happy Birthday to My Little Man
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Happy Father's Day!
It was so eventful I had a Father's Day hangover on Monday. Exhaustion! Now to gear up for North's birthday on Friday and party on Saturday.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Our Violet has been blooming for 4 years
Happy 4th Birthday to our Violet Jane. You make each day sweeter than the next.
It is hard to believe it's been four years.
Here's a little bit more about Violet:
She loves to color and draw
She is constantly sounding out words
She has a good sense of style
She is always talking about how her hair is "getting straight"
She is sensitive but pretty tough
She hates physical exertion of all types
She loves sweets, and is motivated by food
She is independent, and happily plays by herself
She likes to dance and sing, but is still shy
We love you!
Friday, June 10, 2011
Domino's Petting Farm
Next to the Domino's Pizza HQ, there is a petting farm. It has been on my list, but now that we are moving soon we finally made it there!
Alpaca
North desperately wanted to crawl around in the poo and chase the animals. I may be lenient and let my kid chew woodchips at the park, but I'm not THAT lenient.
The longhorn cattle were chasing this poor goat down the fence.
I just love this picture.
Things got crazy when I purchased some carrots for the kids to feed to the animals.
Ava didn't really want to feed the pigs, but I felt bad for them.
There were a lot of baby goats, and this little guy made us laugh. He was RUNNING around full speed, under, around and through the gates. The worker was calling to him, "Your mom's over here! Come here!" Nothing like an animal to bring a smile to your face.
Here he is in action.
Domino's was fun. A bit pricey, but fun. It is a non-profit though so it all went to a good cause.
Hello?
For the longest time I have been trying to get N to say, "Hello," into the phone. He finally did it :) Since I don't know how to work the video on my camera, I took some photos that captured the moment. His voice is so high and cute!! (Someday he will make me delete writing this)
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Audrey's DONE with high school!
Audrey finished #5 in her class of more than 400. We are so proud of you!
North had a great time :)
I love to see the temple, I'm going there some day.
For us, temples are a symbol. Not just a pretty building. They are a symbol of eternity, faith, family, togetherness, and our efforts to become better people.
Anyone can go to any temple grounds at any time and enjoy the spirit that resides there. Although you need a special recommend to go inside, more information about our church can be found here.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Nichols Arboretum
There was a peonies festival at the Nichols Arboretum on Saturday. Because of the cold weather and "delayed" spring, they weren't fully in bloom, but it was pretty.
My favorite heart shaped one:
Don't let me saying there was a delayed spring fool you however, this day was 100 degrees. It was HOT.
There were people swimming in the river, which looked fun. And it may be more fun for the undergrad-crowd. Don't know if I'll go again. The Botanical Gardens are much more fun with a family.
