I lOvE cHrIsTmAs!

So Jill is going to have to send me the pictures she took while Dave's family was here. This is all I have for pictures so far! Hope everyone had a great Christmas!

Flashback of Last Christmas in Washington!

So I found this picture of Christmas morning 2007. Adde loved all the chocolate from her shocking! I can't believe how much she's grown since this picture!

Zoo Lights

So, we were able to go to the Zoo lights at the Phoenix Zoo. There were about 2.5 million lights all over the zoo and lots of Christmas music. It was beautiful. There were lights in the huge trees, a carousel (which Adde cried when she had to get off), the smell of popcorn in the air, and of course the animals. It was so fun. I definitely want to make this a new holiday tradition.

BIG NEWS!

SANTA KNOWS JUST WHAT TO DO,

I'M PREGNANT WITH BABY #2!

Happy Holidays!

OUR FAVORITE FAMILY TRADITIONS

1. Going for drives at night and looking at all the lights at different houses.

2. Making Christmas cookies.

3. Blasting Christmas Music while putting up the Christmas tree.

4. Listening to Christmas music.

5. Watching Polar Express on Christmas Eve in our Christmas P.J's.

6. Going and seeing Santa.

7. Reading about Christ birth!

8. Watching our favorite Christmas movies.

9. Playing in the snow (if we are in Washington).

10. Christmas shopping.

11. Getting a real tree every year ( I love the smell).

12. Christmas goodies (really any kind).

13. Stockings!!!!

14. Writing a letter to Santa (never to old).

15. Just being with family and remembering what Christmas is really all about!

CHRIST!

So Fabulous!

So according to my sister-in-law Esther....my blog is just FABULOUS! She has given me this fabulous blog award! Thanks Es.....you're the best!

The rules of this award are:1. You have to pass it on to 5 other fabulous blogs in a post.2. You have to list 5 of your fabulous addictions in the post.3. You must copy and paste the rules and the instructions below in the post.Instructions: On your post of receiving this award, make sure you include the person that gave you the award and link it back to them. When you post your five winners, make sure you link them as well. To add the award to your post, simply right-click, save image, then "add image" it in your post as a picture so your winners can save it as well. To add it to your sidebar, add the "picture" gadget. Also, don't forget to let your winners know they won an award from you by emailing them or leaving a comment on their blog.

My 5 addictions are:

1. Singing Adde to sleep!

2. Working out.

3. Blogging.

4. My T.V shows.

5. Snuggling with Dave!

And the winners are......envelope please:

Jessica Hill - is one of my oldest best friends. Jess and I grew up together and have many many memories. We've seen each other through the good times and the not so good times. She is someone that I know will always be one of my best friends. I'm so glad she lives in Az.

Trista Teeter- is another friend that I grew up with. She has an amazing talent in photography and has two beautiful children. I wish she was here in Az to hang with Jess and I.

Aubree Wright- is my first friend that I met in Az over 4 years ago. Wow! Where has the time gone. She is one of the most understanding people I have in my life. She is true and really cares for those she loves! I so grateful to have her in my life!

Maylene Poulsen- she is one of my newer friends that I met in our new ward. She so nice and helpful. I can't wait to get to know her more.

Tiffany Child- is someone that I consider family. She's Jessica's older sister and has probably watched Jess and I do some ridiculous things. I love being able to hang with her while she's in town cause she's hilarious!

Just to Name a Few!

Those of you that know me well know that this is my favorite time of year! I love everything about the holidays, and I mean everything. I have already started watching my favorite Christmas movies. Here's a list of movies that I love and recommend. Merry Christmas everyone!

OH TWILIGHT!

So, I haven't felt this way about a movie since Mama Mia. I'm lame and have already seen Twilight twice (once with Dave and once with my mom). I have to say that it was even better the second time. What can I say....I'M IN LOVE! (Sorry Bryan & Es, don't agree with you on this one, but that's ok cause I love u guys anyway).I'm so glad that I'm not the only one. Most of my friends and family feel the same way! My sister-in-laws Kim and Kelli called (on three-way) the day after I saw it to talk about the movie and they were mad that I was going to see it twice before they even saw it once. I just wish we could have went together. I love my roomies and wish we could just hang out like the old days. Hint, Hint.....come and see me girls!!!! You look CUTE Kim, and leave it alone Kelli (sorry had to add those inside jokes). I have to admit that talking with the both of you together on the phone the other day makes me miss you guys tons! Kiss! Kiss! Anyway, back to the movie..... it was funny, intense, and unbelievable. My only complaint would be that it was to short. Because the 2 hrs went by way to fast. They needed to make it like 4 hrs long! I'm definitely planning on seeing it again in theatres because both Dave and my mom want to see it again. Oh happy day! Here are some of my favorite pictures from the movie!

A Fashion Statement!

Ok, so everyone that knows Addelyn knows about her fascination with shoes (especially mine). Well these past couple of weeks she has added a new one......WEARING DADDY'S CONSTRUCTION GLASSES! I love that she wants to be just like her dad. He's her hero! Anyway, I got some pictures of her wearing them this morning. I have to admit that she looks pretty funny!

Our Weekend Alone!

YES! YES! YES! That's what I said. My Mom was so kind to take Addelyn for the weekend so Dave and I could have sometime to ourselves. She's always so good about knowing when I'm totally stressed to the max and offered to take her. We had the best weekend! We ate at our favorite restaurants, went shopping, slept in, watched a movie, went on a hike, took a nap. It was like a fairy tale!!! Loved it! I don't think we stopped smiling the whole time! It was very much needed. Thanks so much Mom! You're the best!

Our Hike!

We were able to go on a hike this morning! I love hiking. I think it's a really good way to appreciate the great outdoors and clear your head.

It was so unbelievably beautiful.

This was more at the beginning of our hike.

This is when we finally reached our destination! I love this part of the hike. It's a great feeling. If anybody ever wants to meet up with us somewhere, sometime to go on a hike. Let us know! We'd love to go with you! We're always looking for new adventures!

Silly Silly Girl!

Addelyn at least once a week gets into the sink and tries to take a bath. She's so funny and I sometimes wonder where she gets all her craziness from (maybe Dave?). But I can tell you that Dave and I love every minute of it!

To a Wonferful Women!

So my wonderful sister-in-law Esther just did a blog post about Grandma Mary Lou (Dave's Grandmother) who passed away about a year and a half ago, so she inspired me to do the same. This is a picture of Addelyn and her a couple of months before she died. Adde is so fortunate to share a birthday with this amazing person. She was and still is loved for her never ending service to her family and everyone she came in contact with. I believe that she was the nicest person I have ever had in my life and I can only hope that she rubbed off on me at least a little. We miss her sweet smile, her wonderful cooking and the way she made time for everyone no matter how busy she was. She always made people feel important. We love her so much and can't wait until we can be with her again someday!

Happy 2nd Birthday Adde Mae!

Today our baby turns the big two! We can't believe how fast the time has gone! It seems like yesterday we brought her home from the hospital. We had a little birthday party for her yesterday and she was so excited all her friends were there. She got lots of presents but I think her favorite was the Ariel Bike Mommy and Daddy got her. She didn't want to get off of it. Thanks to everyone that came. We had a blast. Enjoy the pictures!