Big Baby

It has been a LONG time since I have seen David sleeping. He is awake when I put him down and awake when I get him up. The other day I had to pick up Paul right in the middle of his nap...so it was a treat to watch him snooze away. It seems that he has GROWN up so much lately. Here he is sleeping like a baby, but look at how big he is.

Sold it

This is a perfect time to sell things on ebay. March 25-31st all insertions fees are $.01, if you list the starting price for $.99 or lower. I have had good and bad luck with selling things on ebay...mostly good. Make sure you list your shipping price correctly and explain special instructions (payment options, etc.). I sold the camera Eden threw in the bathtub for $50 (I also included the battery and cables with it...which obviously helped the item). Still, you never know what you have that could bring you a little extra cash. Happy selling!

Crib talk

This is what Paul heard this morning:
David: "No"
Eden: "Day-Day, be happy!"
David: "No"
Eden: "Don't be No, be happy."

Easter weekend

The weather was great! Paul put in a temporary fence, to keep the kids in and the dogs out.
Three legged race at the ward activity
Gathering eggs at the city egg hunt.

Maybe next year they won't be scared.

Like many of you, Sunday morning was a rush so this is the best one I got.

Happy Anniversary

I love you babe.

(sorry, it is 3 years...just lost my mind for a moment)

A little touch

I saw this easy craft ideas on someones blog for clothes, bags, covers...anything! I went in the attic and pulled out some little onsies they give you at the hospital...I about died when I realized how small they are. Just going through David's clothes reminded me of how little and precious he was...I can see why it is so hard to give up your kids newborn clothes. Anyway, with a little adhesive sticky stuff I got from the fabric store and some quick stitching around the border...super cute. I think it is the perfect little touch for kids. Just giving you some ideas as I know Baby Shower season is coming up!

Zoo

On one of the most beautiful days of the year so far we headed to the zoo. David kept us entertained in the car.They loved the ducks.

Eden discovered the pretzels and as you can see is occupied stuffing her face.

It was a fun day, Paul and I were exhausted. Next time we will have a better routine...this time we brought the stroller in at first. However the kids wanted to run around, so the first couple hours were spent chasing two kids going in opposite directions and keeping tabs on the empty stroller. Then after lunch we left the stroller in the car...little did we realize that everyone would be exhausted which was a catastrophe trying to get back to the car without everyone having a melt down. All in all it was a successful day, we will be back to the zoo soon!

Messy...

kids are always so CUTE. We have been trying to get David to say new words. He will mimic words and we clap and cheer for him. Yesterday I was changing his diaper and said, "did you go poop?". He looked at me and said, "poop". He clapped and I cheered for him. He then proceeded to go over to Paul and say "poop". The funniest was to see David clap and cheer for himself, he is always the most enthusiastic about his accomplishment.

This week is Spring Break. Paul informed me that he has to finish a brief...boring! Hopefully we will make it to the zoo and do a few other fun things.

Yoga Pants

I saw these yoga pants on Oprah. Old Navy: $16.50. The lady was wearing them with a simple yellow t-shirt, some ballet flats and a cute bag. She was darling and ready to hit the town..well, at least the store and school. Now I want a pair! Any pants that have an elastic waist that designers say is fabulous catches my attention. Does anyone have them? Do you love them? Would you wear them out, or are they strictly work out pants?

Sunday afternoon

We went to the University and walked around, it was perfect weather. I think this picture describes each of them perfectly.
Eden -scowling and saying, "I don't want to".
Abby - smiling for the camera
Sarah - as cute as can be trying to pick up David
David - trying to get away so he can run around.

The moon was out a little early this evening!

For Fun

Around here “fun” can be misconstrued. One second they are screaming, then laughing, then biting, then hugging. When there is a silent pause I never know if it is the calm before David’s piercing shriek or if he has gotten over it and moved on to something else. This started out as a fight, Eden or David trying to take the blanket away from each other. As David had a death grip on it, he realized that he could be dragged across the room. Now fighting for the blanket is a fun game they like to play.

Sometimes kids are like pets!


A funny moment from Eden: this morning in the car Eden was talking to her armless barbie doll with green hair. I was enjoying the silence so I wasn't really listening. After a few minutes I tuned in to what she was telling her barbie.
Eden: "Listen dolly, you need your diaper changed. Lay down, I'll change your poo-poo. Ok?"

2nd hair cut

Before & After

My Wife

Today I am taking a different turn. I seem to post about the same things…cute pictures of the kids, my latest shopping deal, crafts or sewing project and occasional outings. I thought I would scratch a little deeper and share some personal feelings. As I have gotten older I find it fascinating how my perspective changes. When Paul and I were first married he always referred to me as, “his wife”. I told him I thought that was annoying. People know my name, they know you are married…so why not just say Cyndi? I had forgotten about this until a few nights ago when I went to the play “Evita” with a friend who is in Paul’s law school section. (By the way, the play was fabulous…thanks a bunch Shelly) She mentioned that Paul always says, “my wife” instead of “Cyndi”. I had totally forgotten about this and how it used to bug me. I used to feel like he was taking away my identity. As if he was controlling my name with the phase that belonged to him. But now I have a totally different opinion. I understand now that he uses that term as a form of respect. I am not just Cyndi, I am his spouse, a part of him that he doesn’t want to ever be divided from. It is a term of endearment that no one else can claim! It belongs to me and me only. I am thankful for time, time which allows me to learn and understand things on a deeper level.

Diaper Duty

I am loving life this week! Paul is on diaper duty for the whole week! I haven't changed a diaper in 3 days!! Can you believe that? I just can't use enough exclamation marks!

On Thursday evening we were watching Lost and I recognized one of the characters on a preview. Paul didn't think it was the same person...long story short I was right and now he is in charge of all diapers when he is home. Luckily for me, he has been home almost all weekend. Paul has been such a good sport, I think he changed at least 5 poopy diapers yesterday alone.

Surprise Smash

My sister sent us a fun Valentines package. It was so thoughtful. Thanks Amber. We love you.