2nd Article of Faith

Ella got her first primary assignment. She got asked to present the 2nd Article of Faith.

Now, if you didn't already know, Ella remembers everything. (Don't say something if don't want it on the permanent record!)

So, after following after Mommy once on Monday for practice it became clear that she would have it memorized by Sunday. But before she finished memorizing, we heard a lot of her excitedly exclaiming "We believe that men will be Punished!"

Stephen 6 month Update

Likes his "keys"
Loves his family
Plays piano with daddy
Loves his jumper
Just adorable

Ella Cutest Sayings

Ella has said some cute things:
After adding nothing to the toilet: "I have anything"
The thing Grandma has with songs and games: "a piglet"
On left over Thanksgiving ham: "It was good until you turned it into turkey"
When Mommy wants pie for breakfast the morning after Thanksgiving: "Pie is only for Thanksgiving!"

Stephen's first words

There is some debate on Stephen's first word so a tie has been declared.

The tie is between "hey" and "Ella".

Conveniently vowel filled, don't ya think?

If a Tree Falls Down

Guys. Our neighbors tree fell apart out on the blue. The front half just crashed down in the morning of a calm, cool day.

It got worse through the course of the day. Fortunately, the last half didn't crack in the breezes over night or before the tree removal people could show up. (Also fortunate, my flower pots all survived)

Stephen 5 Months

Baby giggles are the cutest!
First time in the jumper this month
"talking" to us more and more
Loves Mommy kisses (and the mirror baby too)
Likes the bouncy seat toys especially the crocodile.

Halloween Costumes

Purple Ballet Cat : let's be real though. She is a purple ballet cat every day. (Even without the ears and tutu)

Pooh Bear: Sometimes an idea so adorable convinces you to make an effort on making your infant a Halloween costume. Sometimes that requires same day craftiness.