Friday, December 11, 2009

Up on the Housetop!


Tonight my friend Ashley invited us to the church Christmas party in our neighborhood. My sister Megan came with us and we had so much fun. Jaden was so excited, he talked about it all day because he knew he was going to meet Santa Claus. I asked him what he wanted to ask for and he said a new car and a choo-choo train. Uncle Ryan told Jaden to tell Santa that Ryry wants a new car and a computer and Megan told him she wanted a Wii and I did, too. On the way over there he kept saying over and over what everyone wanted as if he was trying to remind himself to tell Santa. The party was a lot of fun, great food and great people and of course Santa...
We were told we had to sing "Up on the Housetop" to get Santa Claus to come so we all started singing. Then we heard some bells and Santa appeared! The look on Jaden's face was priceless! I wish I would've taken a picture. It almost brought tears to my eyes because he was so happy and excited. His mouth was wide open and he was gazing at Santa like he was the greatest thing in the world. It was so awesome to see him so happy. Jaden was eager to get in line and wait to meet him. I took Jaden and Kaylie in the line and we waited. Jaden kept telling everyone to wait in line and wait their turn. Finally when it was their turn to go he took off running so fast and hopped right onto Santa's lap. Santa asked him what he wanted for Christmas and Jaden told him a car and a computer. Kaylie was hesitant at first, but I picked her up and sat her down on his lap next to Jaden and she just stared at his big white beard and smiled at him. Santa asked Kaylie if she would like a new doll for Christmas and Kaylie nodded her head and said "yeah." After they had their turn they got a little treat from Santa and said thank you and we went back to our seats. Nights like tonight and seeing their faces just light up make being a mom even better! I love that I get to experience all these amazing things with them and be right there by their side. Christmas is much more fun and exciting with little kids that understand what's going on now! :) I can't wait for Santa to come and we can leave him cookies and milk and open presents!

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Thankful Thursday

  • cell phone insurance (freakin' water damage, again)
  • that my kids go to bed so well - no hassle
  • Jason changing my oil and checking all the fluids
  • Christmas cards with photos on it - I love seeing all my friends' cute families
  • my t.v. shows - One Tree Hill, Grey's Anatomy, Gossip Girl, 90210
  • we are able to spend Christmas in San Jose with Daddy
  • Nivea chap stick
  • yummy cherry rainbow candy canes
  • the sweet text messages I get daily from AJ
  • my daily phone or video chats with my mom

Monday, December 7, 2009

2 1/2 years old!



My little boy is officially 2 1/2 years old now. (as of Dec. 2nd)
I know I am not biased when I say that he is extremely smart. His teachers at the child care tell me that all the time as well as complete strangers. I am amazed at how awesome his memory is. He remembers things from months ago. I'm so proud of him and how much he loves to learn and ask questions.

Some of Jaden's favorite things...

cuddling with mommy under his Cars blanket
playing with Lightning McQueen, Chick Hicks, Doc, Dinaco Blue
watching Cars, Dora, Dinosaur Train, Jungle Junction
apple juice
taffy, chocolate, suckers
"firetruck" hat
playing football in the house
reading books
drawing
listening to music
singing songs

I love you Jaden Aristotle James!!!


Friday, December 4, 2009

Happy Birthday to Nicole!


Nicole and I...

This is when we became close friends. Summer 2002 right after graduation. I let her chop my hair off after her being in cosmetology school for only 6 weeks. She did awesome!

November 2006 I was visiting from Arizona. This is her in their new home as newlyweds.


Here we are at my baby shower (the first one) Jaden is in my belly, March 07


Brindley and Jaden meeting for the first time @ Pizza Factory, July 07


September 07 - first month I moved back to Utah


Baby shower #2 pregnant with Kaylie, February 08


St. Patrick's Day 08 - me, Nicole and Jess


April 11, 2008 my little Kaylie was born. Nicole was there in the room with me playing my "husband"/"partner" haha! I am so thankful that she was there for me through that whole labor. She is a true friend!



Tulip Festival April 2008


August 2009

Happy Birthday Nicole! I love you tons and tons. I am so grateful for your friendship. I love all the good times and hard times we have had together. We have been through a lot and I'm so glad we are still so close. Thank you for all that you do for us and for being an awesome best friend.

Foto Friday





Thursday, December 3, 2009

Christmas card from Grandma

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

What do I call this post?

Thank you to those of you that gave me your advice/opinion about cosmetology school. I finally have made my decision and I am going to start January 5th! For real this time! Tomorrow I go to the school and sign the contract. On Monday I went with Jaden and Kaylie on a tour at Kindercare in Orem. I told Jaden it was going to be his new school and he was so excited. He kept saying he wanted to take his backpack to school with him. I assured him that he could do that really soon. I was very impressed with the daycare and the teachers. I am so excited for Jaden and Kaylie to learn and do so many things while they are there. They will be in separate classes which I think will be very good for them. They could use some time apart each day. They love each other, but they also get on each other's nerves.

I can't believe how much Kaylie has grown up in the past few months. She is looking more like a big girl everyday. She's doesn't look like a baby anymore!

Grandma sent Jaden a nice new, warm coat and a hat. Jaden was so excited to try them on. When he put on the hat he said "mommy, it's my firetruck hat!" He insisted on sleeping with it on during his nap. He loves his firetruck hat and his new coat. Thank you Grandma!!!




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