Grace's Sleepover

A couple nights ago, I invited Grace to come spend the night. I had been wanting to go see Judy Moody and I knew that she would probably go with me. Jen dropped her off just before dinner. She helped make a fruit salad but was struggling to put the oranges in the bowl instead of her tummy. After the fruit salad was made Josh came home and we had dinner. She helped clean up and then asked about the brownies I told her she could make. I sat down and she got all the ingredients out. She pretty much made the whole thing. She even cracked the eggs with out getting any shells in. I put it in the oven and we headed upstairs to Paisley's room. I had a couple things that needed put away and she was more than willing to help. She unpacked a box of diapers and placed them on the shelves. She took some toys out of the bag and ripped all the tags off and put them in the bins downstairs. Then she had fun just going through her drawers. She would look at each outfit and "oooooo" and "awwww" as she held them up. She then took all her shoes out of the basket and arranged them in order of size. Our brownies beeped just as she finished. We ate brownies, cleaned up the dishes and crumbs on the floor, then got in our pajamas. As we sat down to put in Toy Story 3 she informed me that I was a clean freak haha! I was always cleaning she said. I just thought I cleaned as I made the mess ;) We watched Toy Story 3 until Josh got home from the gym and then we all headed to bed. Grace wanted to sleep on the floor in Paisley's room. She kept saying she wishes that she was here to sleep in the crib next to her. I reassured her that I do too!

The next morning we woke up and made cinnamon rolls for breakfast. We watch tv for a little bit and then got ready for the day. Grace browsed my closet for clothes that she was interested in and then informed me that when I decide to get rid of them to just give them to her. I decided that I need her here every morning. I put on my new outfit I got and she said, "you just look too cute in that!" Its amazing that an 8 year old comment can make you feel good! After we were ready we headed to the bank and then to meet my mom and cousin at the movies. The movie was fun I thought. Nothing that Josh and I would go see by ourselves but cute enough to sit through with Grace. After we stopped by the house for lunch and to grab her bags, then off to Purple Penguin we went. It was my first time but Grace was a regular. Her favorite flavor was not on the board but when she asked they still had it. It was really good. The ice was really different. Nothing like a regular snow cone. We stood outside there and ate before we headed back to take her home.

I always cherish the conversations that Grace and I have when she spends the night. This time we talked about which hurt more, having a baby out of your private or out of your stomach. Then about an epidural if it actually when into your bones or not. The day that she asks where babies come from is the day that I suddenly don't know anything and suggest that her mom might know lol!! We talked about how you get a Mother in Law and if she is going to have one someday. The conversations are priceless with her. I just love it!! Here are some pictures from her sleepover...

Babymoon

Last weekend Josh and I took a quick trip to Phoenix for one last getaway before we become parents. We had a great time! It was definitely a needed vacation for the 2 of us. Our vacation was full of rest and relaxation. It doesn't get better than that.

On Friday we were on the road at 7am. A quick stop at the gas station to fill up and get water then off to our next stop... Cracker Barrel in Kingman. We stopped for breakfast and enjoyed every bite. After walking around the store a little bit, we got back on the road. After another hour or so we had to stop again in Wickenburg for some pregnant lady to use the bathroom and walk around :) We put the hotel address in the GPS and we were on our way. Next stop... the hotel! When we arrived I looked at the hotel in awww. It was beautiful. We didn't waste anytime. About 20 minutes later we were down at the pool. The pool was one of the best parts of the trip. It had 2 huge pools, a lazy river, and a water slide. If I wasn't pregnant I'm pretty sure I would have gone down the slide. They had double rafts for us to use so we spent most of our time on the tube in the river going round and round. We ate lunch out by the pool and laid around until we were tired of the sun. Got back to the room and compared tan lines. Who would have thought... Josh was so dark and I was STILL perfectly white not even red haha! We got ready and then headed across the street to a place that was similar to Town Square here. Restaurants, Movie Theaters, and Shops. Nice of them to have misters on through out the place. Town Square needs to invest in some of those. After walking around a bit, we ended up going to Dave and Busters for dinner. It was so delicious. We didn't play any games because we were so drained from the drive and the sun. One quick stop to Target to get Josh a belt and then back to the hotel we went. It was 7:45 and we were both in bed. I'm pretty sure we were both asleep by 8:30. I guess we are getting old haha!

the fabulous pool at the resort

 Saturday was filled with lots of fun stuff. Josh woke up early and headed down to the gym. I got ready and went down to Starbucks instead to get us some breakfast. We met back up in the room, he got ready, and to the golf course we went. It was supposed to be 102 degrees this day but there was a breeze and the weather was perfect. We ended up playing with 2 other guys. (lets clarify I didn't actually play. I just rode along) When I go with him, we prefer it just to be us 2 because I keep score, pull the pin, and get out to watch the tee off. With other people, I feel like I am in the way a little bit. So I more so just hang out in the cart and got out to watch them on the green from a far.We still enjoyed our round together. Unfortunately we were stuck behind a group that was way too slow and we were 2 holes shy of finishing the round before we had to leave for our spa appointments. We left early and ran up to the room to get a change of clothes for Josh and to order lunch at the spa so it would be ready when we got there. The walk was so long to anywhere you went around there because it was so big. We finally made it to the spa, picked up our lunches, and checked in. The host took Josh one way and me another to the locker rooms. Our massages were first then our pedicures. When we finally got back together for our pedicures we found out that both of our massages were not good :( It was a total waste of our money. We enjoyed our pedicures though. Our feet looked great after!! After we were done we headed back up to the room. Got ready for the night and headed back across the street. We went to this brewery for dinner. The food there was really good. Too good actually haha! We headed to the theaters after that to see what was playing. Hangover 2 was starting just in time. We ended up seeing that and thought it was pretty good. It was better than what everyone told us we thought. Since we already walked around there the night before we headed back to the hotel and went down by pool. There was a live band playing and we found us some chairs and enjoyed relaxing, talking, and listening to the music. I think this is one of favorite things to do at night on vacation. It seems we always find something like this to do no matter where we are. After a while we headed back to the room and once again were out by 9:30.

Paisley's first round of golf with her Daddy

Our finished toes!!

Sunday was a sad day :( It was time to leave. We got up, got ready, packed up, and headed across the street for breakfast. The only place open for breakfast was Mimi's Cafe so that is where we went. After breakfast we were on the road. We stopped our Dr requested every 2 hour stops and then one last stop at Pit Stop in Boulder City. I love their hamburgers there. It was Josh's first time and I don't know how impressed he was. After lunch we headed home!!
Our trip was quick but great! I enjoyed every minute of it. The resort was beautiful and the pool was relaxing. I think we will definitely be going back some day. I am so thankful for my husband and the effort he puts into making trips for us so great!! He is the best!! Now that our baby moon is over... it is time to have this BABY!! We couldn't be more ready :)

My Baby Shower

Last weekend was my baby shower. It turned out great! My sisters and mom did a great job picking out everything. The theme was "Ready to Pop" All the food there was associated with POP. There was a POPcorn bar, cakePOPs, cornPOPs, POPtarts, lolliPOPs, and sodaPOP to anchor the balloon bouquets. The party favors were otterPOPs which also went awesome with the theme. Josh's Aunt Jamie designed the invitation for them and all the tags for the food and party favors. It was held at the church Josh's parents go to. There was lots of family and lots of friends there. All of her Aunts (minus Aunt Tauni), Grandmas, Great Grandmas, and Great Great Grandmas were there. I am so lucky to have all of these great women in my life and know that the ones that weren't there with us were looking down on us. :) I made sure to get pictures taken at the shower with them all! A little fun fact for you...Paisley is the first of a new generation on both sides of the family. I am very excited for her and our families!!! Paisley got a bunch of great gift and way too many clothes. Poor girl is going to be wearing a new outfit every time she gets a diaper change. Is she really a poor girl?!? Any girl would love to have that many clothes right? We played a POP trivia quiz and a bingo game. I think everyone like the POP trivia game the best! It was fun and Kalah did a good job of picking questions from a variety of eras. It was a great day and a very memorable day too! I can't wait to put all these fun things to use.

 

 

Aunt Tarin, Auntie Gracie, and Aunt Kalah

Grandma Kandi and Grandma Jen

Great Grandma Sharol and Great Grandma Becky

Great Great Grandma Dee

 

Randomness

*San Genaro Feast: Josh and I went with Ryan and Sabrina a few weeks ago. We mainly went just for the food. I of course couldn't and wouldn't have rode any of the ride but they were all too full to ride anyway. The boys played a couple of the carnival games. Neither won anything.
*Baby Paisley: She is growing like a weed. Making her mommy really uncomfortable is her first priority I am pretty sure. She will hopefully be making her debut as scheduled which is only 11 weeks away now. I can't believe that I may actually make it through this haha.
*Five Guys: We tried Five Guys last week. I was a fan and I am pretty sure Josh was too. I want to try the Cajun fries the next time I go. I also will know how to just order a single patty and not a double!!
*Birthing Class: On June 4th, Josh and I will be attending our birthing class to prepare for this exciting labor everyone talks about. I am glad just to kind of get a heads up of what to expect. Josh on the other hand I think would rather go in blind instead of having to know what will actually be happening to me haha.
*Baby Moon: Josh and I had talked about taking a baby moon (a last vacation as a couple before our little girl arrives) and about the time we wanted to go but no official plans were made. Josh did surprise me a couple days ago by putting the events in my calendar. I just happened to be going through it and realized I have a massage, a pedicure, a round of golf, and a whole trip to Phoenix planned. I cannot wait!! I love vacations with just him and I . We turn our phones off and just go with the flow!!
*Bridesmaids: We went to see Bridesmaids with Jeff and Amber. It had been forever since Josh and I saw a movie together. We met them at Town Square for ice cream before the movie. Us girls chatted baby talk while the guys chatted about who knows what haha. The movie was good. It wasn't the best movie I have seen but I didn't feel like I wasted my money.
*Baby Shower: My baby shower is coming up and I am excited to see all Paisleys cute little things she will get. I just hope I have enough room for everything :)
*Mason's Birthday: We celebrated Mason's birthday by having a pool party at Josh's parents house. Mason had asked us for a specific toy that all the boys are into now. I had no idea what the heck it was but Josh had heard of it. We go to pick up that exact on but couldn't find it so we ended up getting him a couple that we hoped he didn't have already. This kid must have got 20 blades for his birthday. It was just nuts!! Come to find out the one he wanted us to buy him was only available in Japan. Who would have thought?!?!

Emily's Communion

Our family friend, Emily had her first communion last weekend. I did a trial run on her hair and took her pictures a few weeks before. It was so much easier to do her hair for the actual communion because I knew exactly how I wanted it. I was excited that it turned out just perfect and lasted her the whole day. She looked beautiful and enjoyed every minute of her big day. It is crazy to think that my mom used to watch Miss Emily when she was just born. Time goes by so fast.

Tarin's Makeover

My little sister Tarin has been asking for about a year now for me to dye her hair. I have been very strong in telling her no but last week I caved. She wanted to be brown so that is what she got...

before

 after

Ice Cream Fesitval

Last weekend, my Aunt LeAnn and I took her twins to the Ice Cream Festival out at the Springs Preserve. We got out there when it first opened. Good thing because it got hotter as the day went on and the lines for ice cream got longer plus we actually got to park at the Springs Preserve versus the Meadows Mall across the street. It was all you could eat ice cream. We all made our own sundaes. The kids had popsicles and LeAnn had a root beer float. They had carnival games that were free for the kids to play. There was a band playing, food stands, and a few vendors. It was put together really well. That was my first visit to the Springs Preserve and it was huge. A lot of places to walk and lots of things to see. It makes me want to go for their holiday events they put on there. All in all the kids had a great time and LeAnn and I were worn out by the end. It was fun!!

Mother's Day

We had a great Mother's Day this year. We were able to spend it with both of our Moms. This year meant a little bit more to me considering I am a mother to be this year. It is weird how it somethings just make it seem that much more of a reality (not like the belly isn't enough haha). Mother's Day was one of those moments. I woke up thinking about how I actually felt like a Mommy for the first time. Paisley may not be here yet but I still am taking care of her daily and how I sacrificed things for her from the get go and didn't think twice about it. I got a couple presents that I just loved including a Willow figurine of a pregnant woman. I couldn't help but to keep thinking how next year she will be right here with us!!

Here are some pictures we took at my Moms house. We were only missing Aunt Tami.

This is the Willow figurine I got.

Easter 2011

On Friday, I had my sisters, Austynn, and the Cooks over to dye eggs. All the girls had fun doing their half and half eggs. The Cooks brought some stickers for their eggs and Austynn used a paint brush for the details on her eggs. We finished with no major accidents and before it got too hot out!! It was a good time.

This Easter we made it to both families. We started off at my parents. The Cooks, The Lennons, and Aunt Laurie were there too! We ate hambugers and hotdogs. The kids did an egg hunt and then blew the bubbles Aunt Laurie bought for them. It was fun to get to watch them be so excited when they found an egg. Kaden wouldn't pick the dollar eggs because the eggs with coins in them had more. Miss Hayden would only pick up the pink and purple ones since those were the girl eggs. Then the Cook girls were just out to find the most eggs. :) I can't wait for Paisley to get to be a part of it next year.

Didn't get to stay to long before we were off to our second go around at Josh's parents house. Grandma and Grandpa were there along with Jodie and her family and the Purvis family. It was fun to visit with all of them. We had steak and hotdogs there to eat. After lounging and visiting for a little bit, the adults filled the eggs for the kids to find. All the kids stayed inside while they hid them. The countdown started and the kids were off. We had a few upsets after because one didn't get a money egg, jake was taking candy from the baskets, candy necklaces were breaking, but after a few minutes the kids forgot about all of that. Josh and I were getting ready to leave just as they were about to dye eggs. I am sure they turned out great!

I enjoy getting to be with our families on every holiday. It doesn't have to be a holiday for us to get together either but I enjoy every minute. I am excited that Mother's Day is only a couple weeks away. More get togethers!!

A Visit from Austynn

My niece Austynn was in town the weekend of spring break for a dance competition. We couldn't make it to the competition so I thought I would see if she would want to stay the whole week with us. My parents were going to Bakersfield the next weekend and it would work out perfect for them to take her back then. Austynn was very excited to come. Her only 2 questions were: Where am I going to sleep? and Can I stay up late? We had a great time hanging out with her all week. We were busy ladies though. It is amazing how fast a week can go by. We...

*went to the mall to shop for bathing suits *painted our toes *went to the MGM pool *went to In and Out *dyed eggs *saw RIO *her and Tarin baby sat *trimmed her hair *just enjoyed the little girl chatting!! *and I'm pretty sure I'm forgetting something :)

She wants to come back in August to see her new cousin Paisley. I would love for her to come back down to visit. We will see what we can do.