call me crazy!

I am starting an in home childcare. I have had some interesting reactions from people I have told. Things like "oh, I couldn't do it!" or "thats hard work!" but I am given it a go!!! I have advertised on ksl and craigslist but could use other advertising ideas and advice on running a daycare. anyone?.....

more Christmas highlights and fun!

Santa was up all blimin night but it was an incredibly grand sight!

I think we had 5 proper Christmas dinners. Turkey, Ham, Lamb...We stuffed ourselves silly!

It was such a blessing to have Denise, Nigel and Alex FINALLY get here to celibrate with us.

Sister Rogers

Kerry took us on a tour and we were all very impressed!

We barely made it to Cozette's dance recital, the weather was so awful. She was a joy to watch and looked like a fairy princess...I love you coze!

Quite the poser... dont know where she gets it. :)

My wee sis Mara got engaged, and Chris helped them with the ring... we are so happy for them.

Temple Square was such fun. Our good friends Jeremy and Melissa came with us, and it was their first time ever. They are new converts to the church and we were blessed to be a part of their missionary experience.

Oooooh! Sqweeeeze!!

Going to see the lights is always a romantic thing for me. I have a pic like this when Chris and I were dating...we look a touch older here :)

Seeing Kez (sister Rogers) for the first time was an absolute delight!

Christmas! Christmas! Christmas!

I love Christmas!....don't we all? December is a month filled with parties, lights, treats, family, singing, treats, presents, decorations, cards, treats, mistletoe, festive movies, snowfall and treats!

My kids and their silly faces. Can you believe I brought this home and didn't let them have any of it. I told them I want it in tact for at least a day! :)

I could hardly wait till after thanksgiving to put the tree up

Sunday best!

What has really meant the most for me so far this Christmas is teaching my children about the Savior's birth. HE is the reason for the season, and I love that we have this special time to focus on him and use every teaching opportunity we can to share with our little ones what it is their older brother has really done for them. My kids light up and I can see their testimonies are already starting to grow. I thought Christmas was great as a child but as an adult it's truly amazing!!

TWILIGHT!!!

Yes, I am one of these die-hard Twilight fans and proud of it! I know it may be a tiny bit pathetic but it makes life so fun to be obsessed over things worth obsessing over. I know I brag about my husband a lot but he truly is wonderful. He surpised me with midnight tickets (and t-shirt) to go with the girls... and can I say that it was a great and memorable night!! At our "before" party we ate loads of sinful food while reading exerpes from Midnight Sun. Counting down the minutes till we left for the show :) The theatre was jam packed full of excited girls (I think there were about 3 men there). The energy level was through the roof! We squeeled and screamed through most of the movie and although it got mixed reviews I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Michelle, Kimmey, Mary, Me, Wendy and Texie

Halloweeeeeen

We are welcoming the holidays! What a fun Halloween it was for our little family and the wonderful weather was a serious bonus. The kids loved the dressing up and I felt proud that I found their costumes at a garage sale in the summer for $2 a piece! sorry, but I have to brag... :)

My little Angel was a Devil. Look at that face.... squeeeeeze!!! Our ward had a trunk or treat that loaded the kids up with candy to last a lifetime (which I will snitch when they are not looking:) We went to a few houses to trick or treet then off to the parents so they could see how adorable their grandkids are!

Now for the adult fun..... Saturday we got a sitter and spent the night partying across the street at our neighbors house (Cella's) It was a bit outa control and I cant remember the last time I had that much fun!! We love our neighborhood friends so much!

This ones for you Whitney...remember when Chris used to make that face to scare you? We had a great time putting our costumes together. We found everything in the house and only had to purchase the face makeup. Once again braging about my frugal abilities...

Logan and Mary Hammer

Kirk and Texi Brown

Lacey and Steven Deitz

Wendy and Todd Cella

Brett and Atty Adams

The Gals

Gotta love a GIRLS WEEKEND!!!

My lovely cousin Sheena set up an overnighter at a beautiful home in Park City (thanks by the way sheen, your the best!) and I think we all agree that it was a total blast and just what the doctor ordered. Our fabulous husbands took care of the kids (or animals:) while we were away laughing, talking, eating and shopping! And I even came home to a clean house...I am one lucky woman!

We got dolled up to take some fun model shots. (had to take advantage of having two incredibly talented photograhers-thanks Dawni and Carrie) I have to admit I felt young again and grew to love my sisters and cousins even more, which I didn't think was possible...they are all amazing women! I love you guys!!!