The Red Headed Frog

I'm still behind in my blogging, but wanted to post this video for some family to see. Sam started crawling a couple of weeks ago. He seems to think getting around like a frog will be the fastest and quickest mode of transportation. We all think it's pretty funny!

Christmas in Utah

This past Christmas was the first time we have spent Christmas in Utah. We usually go to California since it is a great opportunity to get together with all of our family members there and it's just always been our tradition. This year was different because my mom got called to a mission in Salt Lake City and entered into the MTC two days after Christmas. Because of this, she came here to spend Christmas with us, as well as 3 of my other siblings. We had a great time hosting everyone, and Santa still seemed to find our kids at home even though he's used to them being in California!

Halloween 2010

2 Nerds, a Witch and a Hamburger! I think the boys had way too much fun being nerds, but plenty of people got a kick out or their costumes.

St. George

We went to St. George last October over UEA weekend. We went with Zac's family and took the waverunners. We were so lucky to have a great weekend of beautiful weather and fun on the lake before we clsoed them up for the winter. We are all excited to be able to use them for many summers to come.

All the cousins in front of the nice house we rented for a great deal. We plan on going back as it was so nice and comfy for the whole family. Lucas monkeying around!

A Special Quilt for Lucas!

My sister made this quilt for Lucas. She is getting so good at it, and the kids love to see what she can create. They are starting to make requests, but Aunt Ally can only do so much!

The funny thing about this picture is that Rachel's prized binky is in the center of the quilt!

Lucas gets baptized!

Lucas was baptized a week after his birthday. He was very excited and Zac and I were both very proud of him. It's always a neat feeling to see your kids complete big milestones in their lives and it makes be excited to experience many more. We had a great day with family and I hope Lucas will be able to remember his special day.

Lucas turns 8!

I have been on a blogging strike for about 6 months now. I'm not sure why, other than the farther behind I get, the less I want to catch up! I always have good intentions, but never seem to follow through. Anyways, I do hope to get caught up someday. It may mean less narration, but at least I can journal my pictures hopefully.

Way back in October, Lucas turned 8. He had a fun birthday party at Boondocks and I'm sure he had a great time. Sadly, these pictures aren't even in order, but I guess it will have to do!

Rachel...What's Your Name?

For some reason, Rachel has an aversion to saying her own name. I think she has a hard time pronouncing it, but she likes to say other things when asked what her name is. I don't know how she came upon this, but she started saying her name was "stupid bike". Don't ask me why, but it's probably because we all laugh when she says it. She did learn to term from her brother Lucas when he was talking about his frustrations with his bike, but I don't know how she associated it as being her own name! Anyways, we get a kick out of hearing her say it. The other name she says she has is "Baby"...probably because that's what her Dad calls her! Anyways, I always get a kick out of it and thought I would document it and remember how funny it is!

This was taken probably a month later...

This was two minutes later....with an added trick of the summersault!

She also is very interested in watching her movie back as you can see!

Sam's Blessing!

We blessed Sam on September 5. We had a nice day with family and friends. Here are a few pictures from the day!

Sam at 2 months!

Here's a few pictures of Sam at about 2 months. He's pretty cute and starting to smile.

Here's a video of Sam sleeping. For awhile there, he was pretty good at sawing logs while sleeping. Luckily for me, he's outgrown the snoring phase, as it was starting to keep me awake at night. Also, another funny story is that Zac said to me one night that he thought my dad (who has passed away) would be proud of Sam. I said, "why..because they have the same middle name?", and Zac replied, "No, because he's a pretty good snorer..just like your dad!"