Zoo Day

We took the kids to the Denver Zoo a few days ago. The weather was beautiful, and it was a perfect day to go. I thought Joshua and Livi would die of excitement on the car ride there. They wanted me to inform them the minute I could see the zoo from my window. Jason is seriously the best person to go to the zoo with. He gets just as excited over the animals as the kids do. We saw baby tiger cubs, and a new baby seal. Livi thought every animal was "so cute!" ... even the big, ugly fish in Tropical Discovery. In the end, after seeing lions, monkeys, elephants and giraffes, the kids informed me their favorite animal was the Pigme Elephant Shrew (a hideous animal that looks like a large rat with an elephant trunk) ...I wasn't expecting that one. =)

Bridal Shower!

My sister, Tara, is getting married next month. She flew into town this past weekend, along with my other sister, so we could throw her a bridal shower. It was everything we love ... yummy food, girly decorations, and lots of "That is SO cute!" gifts. I love spending time with my sisters, and I miss them already. Come back!!

My banner that I spent close to forever making. It's the price we pay for cuteness! All the sistas (We actually dropped her twice attempting this pose!) Ethan loving being surrounded by cute girls and gift wrap. =) All the siblings together at Texas Roadhouse. So fun!

Five and a Half!

We celebrated Joshua's Half-Birthday last week. He was SO excited. He chose waffles for dinner (surprise, surprise) and strawberry cake. Even though he loves the taste of pink cake, he didn't want his cake to be "a girl cake" so we covered it in white frosting. =) Happy Half-Birthday Joshua! We love you tons!!

Ethan's 6 Month Photos

Tact

Today I ran errands with my kids. I came to a realization... my children have NO tact. They say whatever they are thinking, and they say it loud enough for the entire store to hear. Pointing is also always involved. Here are just a few examples (Oh how I wish this was a comprehensive list):

Joshua: Mom, is that man real? Or is he a statue?

Olivia: That little grandma looks silly!

Joshua: I don't like that, but I guess I'll say thank you anyway.

Olivia: That mommy has a big tummy. (Please, please, please let her have been pregnant!)

Joshua: That man looks like he's a lady.

Olivia: Those people said I'm cute. I'm not cute. I'm a princess!

Ethan can't talk yet, but I'm sure he was taking notes. I had quite a headache when I left the store after giving them so many "mom looks," as we call them in our family. I guess I know what Family Night will be about tonight. =)

Half-Birthday Boy!

Ethan turned 6 months old, and had his very first half-Birthday. In our family, you get to choose the dinner on your half-Birthday, and you get a special half-cake. Ethan chose squash and pears for dinner (ok, I chose it for him... baby food isn't all that creative), and he LOVED the chocolate frosting from his cake. Happy half-Birthday sweet boy!

Are You Ready for Some Football?!

One thing I love about living by my family is going to my brother's football games. I almost feel like I'm in High School again...except for the three children I have with me. =) The kids love to set their toys up along the bleachers and raid the concessions stand. I love to talk with my fam and watch the cheerleaders. (Oh and occasionally we remember to cheer for Brad!) It's going to be a fun season. Go Titans!

Joshua and his lego army. Livi and her "dollies." Ethan with Aunt Brittney. He was terrified by all the loud cheering. Eventually, he fell asleep in Grandma's arms. Livi being spoiled by Grandma Dalby.