Sunday, July 06, 2014
Backyard Campout
Robert helped the kids set up a tent in the backyard so they could "campout". They loved helping get it ready with all their pillows and blankets and watched a movie inside the tent. They even liked sleeping in the tent until about 5 in the morning. I had left my bedroom window open and at 5 am my blinds started blowing like crazy from a random wind that had picked up. I looked outside and the tent was halfway in the air! I went out, unzipped the tent and the kids were trying their hardest to hold down the corners and not blow away. I had them all come inside, and put something heavy inside the tent so it wouldn't fly down the street. The kids were asleep on the living room floor within 30 seconds.
Gymnastics Show
I asked Nate which picture I should post of him at the gymnastics show and this was the winner. 
Nate was in an all boy class and those teachers probably hated Wednesday afternoons, ha ha. He always had fun though. I was very proud of Nate when they gave out awards for his class. They only gave 3 trophies and so lots of the kids left in tears. He didn't cry and told me he was happy for the boy who won. Way to be a good sport Nate!
The girls both made a ton of progress in gymnastics this year! They have all kinds of new tricks they have learned and love to do them all around the house! You have to watch where you are walking around here.
Glow-in-the-dark egg hunt
The Goodmans had us over for a glow-in-the-dark egg hunt. It was so fun! The kids got to hunt eggs with glow bracelets and candy inside. A few eggs even had some money for some extra hunting incentive.
Easter Eggs
This is a catch up post from Easter. Yikes, I'm behind! The kids had fun dyeing eggs and I had fun letting them do most of it by themselves.
This one was my favorite. Didn't know what they had written until it came out of the dye...
Monday, May 19, 2014
From Nate's point of view
Nate took this picture of Gabby running crazy through the house...just thought it was a good representation of everyday life around here :) Love my crazies!
T-ball 2014
Nate had a fun year on the Dodgers this year with awesome coaches. Here he is before his first game.
A quick wave to Mom before his first at bat :)
Running home!
Saturday, April 26, 2014
Spring Break
We spent Spring Break in Mesa this year. Since the kids and I didn't make it down for the Gilbert Temple open house, we stopped by to see it. It's beautiful! Robert and I were able to go to a session also.
We got to spend lots of time with friends. And it is fun when your friends kids and your kids are friends :)
We got to celebrate Sophie's first birthday with her! Can't believe these babies are 1 year old already. They are so cute and fun.
Adelaide joins the 1 year old club in a few days too. Love these kiddos.
Tricia's Shower
After 3 boys, my friend Tricia found out she was having a girl. So, we definitely had fun throwing her a very girlie shower with a ladybug theme.
Cute expecting sisters
Shout out to Krista Hancock on this amazing cake. She is so talented!
And Tricia's cute baby Brooklyn arrived earlier this week. Congrats!
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Five!
Nate the Great turned 5 years old yesterday! Look out Kindergarten! We love our crazy, funny, sweet boy. He is taking piano lessons and gymnastics and starts t-ball soon. He loves legos, video games, playing games with the family, preschool, and riding his scooter. This boy loves his family (including cousins, grandparents, aunties and uncles). He is a good reader, which can sometimes be obnoxious too (like when he sends text messages to everyone on your phone). When he puts his mind to something, he can get it done; he is very determined. He gives the best hugs and "I love you's" around. Happy Birthday Nate!
Here are some of his favorites:
Color: Green and Purple
Animal: Hippopotamus
Food: Pizza and Spaghetti
Movie: The Croods
Treat: Brownies and Cookies
Book: Bunny Mail
Place to Visit: Zoo
Song: The Fox
What I Want to be When I Grow Up: Police Officer
Minecraft Birthday
For Nate's birthday party, he wanted a minecraft-themed celebration. This was our first all boy party to host and well, boys are crazy. Luckily, we had a pinata for them to beat up :) Thanks to everyone who made Nate's day so fun!
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Be My Valentine
It's tradition in our house to have an Italian Dinner for Valentine's Day and this year it was heart-shaped pizza. Awww!
Nate created the centerpiece at preschool....these lovely flowers...
...and here's 3 of my 4 Valentines.
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Sparks Family Olympic Games
Last Monday for Family Night, Carter had the activity. She went for a full blown Olympic extravaganza, complete with opening ceremonies. The teams were Dad and Nate (Team Wolf n Lion) and Mom and Gabby (Team Fairy Princesses), with Carter as judge.
There were 5 competitive events consisting of long jump, ribbon dancing, running, trampoline and balloon.
The best performance of the night was definitely Robert's ribbon dance to Justin Bieber's "Baby".
In the end, the girls proved victorious, although, the judge may have been a bit biased :)
Friday, January 31, 2014
Our Classy Family Room :)
Oh, I am so excited to be able to post this. In my family room, there is a giant wall with tall ceilings and it has been a big empty space with a TV since we moved in. Well, thanks to my Mom (for designing) and Dad (for installing) with some help from Robert, there is now a beautiful entertainment center. I love it! So, here's a big shout out to Classy Closets!
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