Random Thoughts and Shots

Jackson is potty trained (at least during the day).  I am not sure exactly how it happened, we were on and off for months and months and finally he just started doing it . . . even without my help at all!  It is SO nice!  I love it!  Now for #2 . . .

I love that when I was potty training Jackson he cried and cried one day because he wanted his potty train . . . I'll be sure not to use the phrase potty "train"ing with my next one.


Jackson moved to a big boy bed, he loves showing everyone he knows his new bed (only problem is that it is still located in his'room' (the food storage closet)

 Am I a bad parent if I purposely make my kids look funny so I can get a laugh?  

(If you were wondering this IS Hallie)

 No, but seriously, am I?  

She looks good sometimes!

 Getting exercise with Grandma

 Mr. Potato Head.  Jackson says favorite lines from Toy story, my favorites:

"Way to go Rex"

"anBeyond . . . To Infinity"  (Kind of got it mixed up)

Is the reason that kids clothing companies puts "mommy's sweetie"  or "I love Daddy" or "so sweet" to subtlly encourage you when you are changing the third blow out for the day or swaddling a screaming one?  Such trite tactics to try and remind the parent that this is all worth it.  Even if the child can't tell you they love you, their clothing can :)

This shirt says "happy"  Really?  cause you could've fooled me!

Jack in the box

 


I have had 2 dreams about Jimmer Fredette in the last couple of weeks.  One in which Jimmer recognizes my mad scrapbooking skills online and comes to my house to consult with me as he tried to make a promotional item on himself!  The other, he was at our house to ask my opinion on if I thought he was a good leader (as if he is insecure).  I love BYU basketball!

Happy Valentines Day -Late!

I was hoping to get Valentines day cards out . . .hoping for some great news to include in a letter about our past year . . . but so far we are still fasting, praying and waiting for the great news.  Thanks to those of you who are joining us in our quest for employment.  We love you! But while we are 'waiting' I will post these pictures of our happily growing family. 

Hallie hasn't made her church debut, but I love to dress her in cute Sunday clothes each week!

This is her Santa Claus outfit as Jackson calls it.

Sledding with a very fun Dad

Hi!  Meet Uncle Bob. . . He's a firefighter

I love fires in the winter!

A girl is so much fun!  I love the pink and the headbands (or eye visor as they sometimes become)

Dressed for Sunday (even if you aren't going to church)

We love our sweet girl!

Showered . . . in the non-wet sense

My wonderful visiting teacher threw me a shower last week.  It was totally unexpected since Hallie was born right after the holidays, but VERY much appreciated.  Having a girl has been fun, but all the adorable outfits I received is making it even more fun.  It is nice to be able to dress up my little doll in her own clothes.  My ward (or my parent's ward) is so amazing to show love and support even though most of them don't know me very well.  I am so thankful for all the gifts of love we have received to welcome our little one into the world.  

 Look at all the pink!  (and a few other colors too :) )  I am so sad I didn't get actually pictures of people at the shower!  

Have you caught the fever?!?!

I know basketball is on constantly at our house.  We have watched the BYU versus Utah and BYU vs. San Diego games MULTIPLE times.  It is insane.  But this is a pic of Hallie's baby shower decorations Dave lovingly taped up for us.

And here we have Jackson's newest cuddle toy.  

Have you caught the Jimmer - Mania?  Go Cougs!

Million Dollar Question . . .

Who does Hallie most look like?

Since we have a son who doesn't look a thing like us, we were very curious to see how #2 would compare.  I personally think she looks alot like myself when I was a baby, but I see alot of Dave and Jackson in her as well.

Who do you think she looks like?  Please take the poll on the right . . .

Bumps

I think I am finally getting use to being a parent a little bit.  Now I sometimes just laugh when my child gets hurt instead of pure panic.  Jackson is usually very able and active when it comes to climbing and jumping,

but we happen to provoke a minor accident on this one . . .

Week 1: Flooding

Before I start my rant, I will say that I am so happy to be falling in love with this new little person.  Hallie is a great newborn (although quickly outgrowing all 'newborn' sizes).  I love her and love being a mom of a baby again.  

As I was going through this week alot of memories of the first week with Jackson came back and I just wondered if I am the only one with this experience:

Flooding,

 moisture, 

wetness, 

liquid, 

runny, 

fluid,

 dampness,

flowing . . .

I feel like there is something coming from every orifice on my body and my baby's body.  And even some fluid from uncommon orifices.  

We have garbages and garbages full of pads, diapers, wipes, nursing pads, tissues, etc.  Then there are the loads of laundry for the non-disposables: spit rags, changing pad, bras, outfits, onesies, robes, blankets, etc, etc.  

I feel like we were flooded!  I think this time was especially noticeable because I got a cold and had a very runny nose for 2 days.  I felt like I couldn't cover everything up quick enough!  Sorry if this is TMI!  

The good news is that all this wetness means my baby is very healthy and is a great eater.  Also, I am thankful I can provide her with the nourishment she needs.  (There needs to be some positive side to all this liquid!)

First bath with big brother helping out!

 Just Chill-alxing!

 Her name is pronounced HAL - LEE not Hay-lee for those who may not ever talk to me, but DO read my blog :)

This is her going home outfit.  She absolutely hated being dressed and put in the car seat!  Don't you love those boots???