It's okay to be!

SILLY.

Show your silly side.

It makes life more

FUN!

(see below for proof it's okay)

thought for today:

green is NOT her color

She's so precious.

Look at that soft baby face and skin...isn't it beautiful!

Well...

NOT

when it's covered in

THIS...

Kam had her first blowout.

I left her outfit for Landon.

I didn't even know what to do, or how to even begin cleaning THAT. ☺

HA!

How the heck do people use cloth diapers?

Here come the paparazzi...

Kam's red carpet couch debut

First we have Kambrie sporting an adorable jumper from Baby Gap. She looks stunning in this hue and her accessories always seem to coordinate perfectly. Love the hoodie too. What a great splash of color!

Next we have Kam sporting the all popular baby legs. Her onesie is another product of Baby Gap.

We're just loving the headbands and bows this season.

We wish she wouldn't cover up so much of that baby fat...

and PHAT she definitely is!

(def. pretty hot and tempting. lol!)

Work it girl!

On to yet another item from Baby Gap, we are lo lo lovin this spicy dress. We believe this is from her friend Heather D. Thank you girl for glamming this baby up.

The colors are vibrant and Kam pulls it off without any work!

You go KAM!

Here we have Kam going a little more urban chic meets "the hood." (literally)

We like how Kam changes up her style. She's so hot she can pull off any attire.

This outfit comes from Old Navy, which her auntie Ashley bought. Thanks girl. You know how to jazz this babe up!

Work that camera girl!

And last of all we have pretty girl in pink! Carters clothing line never disappoints. We also want to thank Holly D for sending this adorable faux wrap with the contrast pants in stripes. Again, Kam looks breathtaking in her ensemble with matching tiara.

We can't wait to continue following Kambrie's success in fashion.

(and thanks again to all those who have contributed...

so many of you sent outfits/shoes/bows when she was born.

you guys are the best! thank you!!)

Kam.

You're a SUPER STAR!!

Starting off my week...

accomplishing one of my goals!

One of my resolutions was to serve.

Soooooooo...i am going to serve a few of YOU.

1. Emily Warnick.
2. Holly Evans.
3. Heidi Fitzgerald.

These three lovely girls have been my most faithful commenters as of lately, so since you have shown me love, I'll show you some!! I never know for sure who reads my blog, but if you leave me a comment i obviously know you did!

I ♥ hearing your comments and remarks.

It's not the ENTIRE reason i blog, but a big one.

Let's face it.

Who doesn't like comments!?

I love all of you and there's many more of you that comment tons too and it makes my day.

THANK YOU.

Thanks for taking the time, I know it's not always easy or convenient.

And to those of you who don't comment as much, don't feel bad. I'm horrible sometimes too.

Just try harder.

(wink wink)

As for Em, Heidi (what a dedicated mom I have) and Holly...watch soon for a package coming to a mailbox near you.

ready or not

We are now pet owners.

Not by choice either.

At least it's only a

FISH.

Tanner came home from preschool with a FISH!

They decorated their own fish tank and have been talking about the "ocean" all week, so I guess his teachers thought it would be fun to give all the kids a fish.

Silly them.

It's actually been SO CUTE to see Tanner SO EXCITED about it.

He says it's a girl fish, and he's named her scraps!

He's been putting "things" into the tank all week...pirate treasures, sea shells, rocks...he wants to make her home "cozy." It's hilarious.

I am NOT. I repeat. NOT. A pet person.

Landon and I have talked about getting him a dog before. But they are either too stinky, too high maintenance, too ugly, too dirty, too mean, too big...

too not worth my time or money.

(don't hate me dog lovers)

Animals are pretty much out of the picture for us, but we DID discuss getting him a fish. I can handle that.

barely.

So I guess we'll let him keep the fish.

I'm secretly counting down the day until it dies.

love is in the air

♥ Valentines Day is approaching ♥

Another holiday. More fun!

♥♥♥

What do you love?

Lately I am loving:

1. Kambrie's cheeks
2. cheesy potato soup
3. planning our trip to Boston
4. sleeping through the night
5. watching my 5 year olds enthusiasm for life
6. my new cell phone
7. my husband's help at night with the baby
8. making cards
9. MY FAMILY (of course)
10. soft fuzzy socks

5:24 pm

I wrote this last week. I've been pondering a lot lately, all the blessings I have (especially enlight of Haiti). I know life isn't perfect. We all have hard times, but they can be made better if we use what has been given to us: the pure love of Christ. We aren't meant to conquer this world alone. That is why we have families. That is why we have friends. That is why we have the gospel. I am so grateful for my daily challenges that teach me and make me stretch. Isn't life the greatest test ever!? If you are having a particularly hard day like I had...I hope you don't forget to pray!

It's 5:24 pm.

The house is dark.

I just arose from the couch where one angel was sleeping on my lap.

The other angel continues to sleep on my chest.

It's been a long day. My hormones are wacky (from that time of the month). I have a headache. I feel overstimulated from needy kids. Basically, my cup feels almost empty.

I lost my temper with Tanner for the 5th time today. I was about to break.

I needed a breath. Someone, loan me some extra air. I just want a moment of silence. PLEASE.

I finally got it.

I turned on my church CD.

I turned out the lights.

I held Kam close to me on my chest and had Tanner come lay on my lap (we were having quiet time no matter what!)

I apologized to my baby boy and told him I'm so sorry I got mad. He's an angel. He quickly forgave me. I love him so much.

We sat in the dark letting the beautiful songs penetrate our spirits. The kids instantly fell asleep. It was a tender mercy for me. Tanner NEVER naps. I sat in the dark, listening to the calming and healing music as the tears rolled down my cheeks. I was humbled.

So often we try to accomplish everything in life by ourselves. Why? Why do we add so much weight to our bags?

I silently whispered a prayer of thanks to my Heavenly Father for my sweet blessings. I held my angels close. I thanked my Savior for His comfort.

I can't imagine my life without the knowledge that my Heavenly Father loves me. My Savior and elder brother Jesus loves me. They are eager to help me be the best mom, wife, sister, daughter, friend...I can be! I hope I will never forget that and always draw on their strength to benefit my life.

I'm so blessed.

The dark has been beautiful tonight. My spirit's been rejuvenated.

starting anew

Good goal. right? Really though, isn't it awesome that we have a great excuse to change our lives. It's a new year, so we can set new resolutions. i always hesitate to do these...because i don't want to be a failure.

But they say a dream without a plan is only a mere wish.

(A wish is something that you have a strong feeling for, while a dream is something that is longed and hoped for with ambitions, and a real dream will stay with you because the desire won't go away.)

i want this in concrete somewhere and some accountability, otherwise i flush it down the toilet. i'm kinda lazy like that.

my goals for 2010 social: serve others. do at least one kind act once a week. mail a card, make someone dinner, write a loving personal email...act on my thoughts.

physical: eat better, exercise. duh. this is actually hard for me though.

spiritual: read my scriptures. another struggle I don't prioritize.

mommy: spend quality time with my kids. I'm with them aaaaaaaaalllllll day long, but what quality time do I actually give them? Have weekly date nights with the hubs. again, if it's not a priority, it doesn't happen, and this is my most important relationship!

personal: don't procrastinate. i. am. horrible.

intellectual: stimulation other than the computer. read a book, sew, make cards, develop a new talent.

Wish me luck. I wish you luck with yours too. if you did it.

I'm excited for 2010. Let's get ready to ruuuuuuuuumble!!!!!

My panda princess

Another day, another dollar cute outfit!

Last night we went to dinner and took the kids.

I am NOT kidding...waitresses from other tables and cooks from the back, all came out gawking at Kambrie.

Everyone thought she was SO CUTE. duh. It was funny to get so much attention. But heck yeah we were showing her off. ☺

I felt honored.

I'm so dang lucky to be her mom.

I LOVE HER SO MUCH!

I have the cutest kids in the world!!!!!

(I always say that, and now Tanner tells that to people too.

He's dang right though :)

10 years ago began our FOREVER!

Many many, many years ago Landon was born into this world. A few years after that I joined this mortal realm too :)

We began to grow, independent of one another.

We lived on opposites sides of the country.

As we each experienced this big bad world, we had different family life, schooling, and life experiences...but one common goal we both dreamed was to find our one true companion.

We finished our respective high school's and prepared for college and adventures beyond!

While Landon was in the mission field serving as a missionary for our church, I was in the nursing field obtaining my college degree.

Upon Landon's arrival home he moved to Provo, Utah (where I was already) and attended BYU. I was at UVSC (5 minutes from each other). One summer during our college years we worked as EFY counselors and our lives were never the same after.

We met and were smitten with each other, dating every single day for 3 months until we were engaged!!

After a 2.5 month engagement we were married!!!!

10 years ago today I walked out of this temple (SLC, Utah) hand in hand with the love of my life. I knew I loved him and would have a wonderful life, but Landon has exceeded every expectation I ever had.

(yes, that is a crane in our picture. there was construction at the time)

I am so lucky I get to experience this life with such a stellar person. He makes me better. He loves me unconditionally. He has lived up to his responsibilities as a respectful and loving spouse. He puts up with my weaknesses (which happen to be his pet peeves. sucks for him). He is patient and kind. He is so funny and his laugh is contagious. He is the best Daddy EVER. He is the best husband EVER. How lucky am I. Life is totally worth living because of him!!!

We've had our "growing pains" and trials that have tested our faith, our marriage and our courage. We've only become better and stronger because of it. Our life hasn't been perfect and rosy, but we've made the best of what we've been given.

I feel so blessed.

I can't wait to see what the rest of our lives has in store for us.

Here's to ETERNITY babe!!!!!