HAWAII

Cozette is one blessed little girl. She had the privilege of going to Hawaii with her wonderful primary teacher Ellen and her fabulous husband Don. We call them our adopted grandparents because they have been that for us while we are here in Denver and far from family. They spent seven days doing some really fun things and seeing some amazing sights! We are all jealous :)







Dole plantation. These are young pineapple plants.

The beautiful tabernacle ward chapel they attended. The people were so welcoming and loving and the grounds were stunning.
Cozette's birthday was quite the busy, amazing day for her. They went to the polynesian cultural center. They had special first class passes so they got the royal treatment. Cozy even got her own hula lesson! They really couldn't say enough about how great it was being entertained by the BYU students and being a part of the spirit and diversity of it all.


6 cultures were represented...Hawaiian, Samoa, Tahiti, Fiji, Tonga, and New Zealand




Gorgeous Hawaii Temple
So many of the pics that were taken show how beautiful it truly was. Cozette called me the first day and said "Everything is so green" This tree is called the walking tree.
Cozette is standing in front of Waimea Falls with shave ice, a newly discovered treat.
Standing on the deck of the Bowfin submarine, which is permanently docked there.
Pearl Harbor




Cozette was a fish while she was there. She swam just about everyday! She loved the beaches and came back a tomato :)


cartweels~
Waimanalo Beach.
Honolulu Zoo.
Zoo
Kahala Beach.
Having camomile tea and sandwiches and cakes at the Kahala Hotel.

I know mothers shouldn't have favorites....but I do!

This little man is the center of attention in our home. Its okay to say he is my favorite because he is really all of our favorites! And I remind my other kids they had their day in the sun..when they were pampered, loved, served (just about every second) and given what ever they want, whenever they want. I only speak to him in a very funny, annoying, voice that I am convinced he loves. He is a goober! A ray of sunshine with a huge smile on his face anytime anyone gives him a glance. A few people have commented on what a special little spirit he has. A definite light is in this little mans eyes...

This picture is meant for Aunty Treana :) This is his best bud. I didn't think 5 month olds were quite old enough to get attached to things...well, this kid loves this dino stuffed animal!

I have put every one of my kids in this Winnie the Poo costume at this age. Chris thinks its torture but I think its adorable! They usually do want out of it within seconds but I snap that picture first. Would love to round up every pic I have and blog them all...might take me a century to do so lets me honest, prob wont happen!
He tried his saucer for the first time last week. He is getting so big!
In the stinking cute hat Aunty Lisa gave him.

~Happy Valentines~

I woke up this morning and they had picked their own adorable V-day outfits. I love having creative and independent kids! They are amazing little people who bring so much joy into my life. I think it is wonderful to have a day to celebrate LOVE. I have many people in my life that I love and I thank them with all my heart for all they mean to me.

Babies growing up too fast!

Nothing is quite so cute as a babies bum! Have many a pic of my kids...future blackmail :)

"I'm a big girl now"

These are the words of my now 4 year old Aurora Devon. What a kid. She is charming, sensitive, creative, and fun loving. She is a 'girly-girl' to the max and I love it! Anything princess, babies, makeup, clothes, phones, romance, pink, purple, sparkly, etc. She is your girl! And boy did I have fun doing her birthday party!! Repunzel from the movie Tangled is our favorite princess at the moment. We watch the movie at least once a week. And when I say we I mean me as well :) love it! So, of course this was our theme..

Braiding this hair was a chore. The kids got home from school while I was in the middle of it and offered to help and it made all the difference. Should have seen Aurora's face when she realized it was for her party.

Breakfast in bed followed by presents was a great way to start the day. Her Grandparents spoiled her with lovely gifts. (She has yet to take off the jewelry)

I had such fun making the Tower! Little ideas would come to me in the middle of the night and of course I stole other ideas :)

I let Aurora decide what food she wanted for the most part. Thus the cheetos, grapes and gummy bears. :) I picked the cucumber sandwiches and scones with clotted cream..who doesn't love a tea party?
If you know Tangled then you know the frying pan is such a funny and creative part of the show. This was my last minute attempt at edible frying pans. The kids loved it :)
I know she is my kid and I am biassed but look at that face! She is a doll! Does not mind the attention me thinks!!

loved this funny face...not sure what she was thinking.
Aurora invited her two best friends. Aria and Sachsa who came in their princess best and played their little hearts out.
We couldn't get over this shot of Ellen and Anson and it's total cuteness! Their little expressions look the same.
Cozette is hiding in there somewhere. lol

This was a moment caught at the end of the day right before bed. It was a magical day for my little Repunzel~

~SATURDAY~ Cozettes latest musical

This time Cozette got to perform with one of her best friends Fiona. And they got to wear PJ's!
And of course our adopted Grandparents Ellen and Don Olson came to support and adore her.

I love this facial expression! She really is a natural and the best one up there (says a very biased but very theater savvy mom) I am so proud of this kid....