The Return

Angelo & Jaxson are home !!!!!!!

Liam (who is a daddy's boy) is so happy to have his dad and brother home. Last night Jaxson and Liam didn't go to bed they just stayed up playing. They are so happy to be back together.

Jaxson wants to tell me all about the beach, the mesquitos, and his cousins. I have had an earfull since he got home. The last night that I talked to him in Costa Rica he was so sad about his mesquito bites he held the phone on them so I could kiss them.

After we picked them up from the airport we went to my mom's house to watch the world cup opener ( Costa Rica v. Germany). It was a little bit of a dissapointment when Costa Rica lost, although they really held there own (4-2).

It is just nice to have the family back together!!

 

One Day Left

After a long week away from Dad and brother we are just relaxing & looking forward to seeing them tomorrow morning!!!
Come back safe, we love you

 

Seven Peaks = Fun Summer

We went to seven peaks with Brandy's family today
Liam had the best time I think he has had there to date.
We took tio Andrew with us, I think he had a great time. Hazel had fun, she really liked the water.
Toward the end she got really relaxed.
Hazel really relaxed, I think she is imagining she is on the beach with her brother and Dad!!!
RELAX

 

Jonathon's Birthday & THE FALL

Today is Jonathon's Birthday

we had a great morning breakfast for him he got lots a great present

it was fortunate I was here to help set up some of the more electronic presents ( ipod,acessories, & game chair)

While in the midst of the great birthday setup

Hazel some how wiggled out of the bouncy chairs seatbelt and landed face first on the ceramic tile floor at my mothers house.

The good new is that she is fine, aside from a little scare.

She doesn't even have a bump, we are so blessed

it could have been alot worse.

At 3 o'clock we met Brandy at Chuck E Cheese for what we thought was a Birthday Party.

Turns out it is next Tuesday, whoops!!

The kids had fun and I expect we will be having fun again there one week from today ( The real Birthday Party for Adrians little girl)

Hazel's New Suit

"no pictures please"
My little movie star
Hazel got a new swimsuit, she loves it ( or do I love it).
My mom found this suit with hat and glasses, it even has ruffles on the bum.

 

Ice Cream & Jealousy

Liv & Liam made delicious strawberry ice cream

Oh, how sweet Georgia look at the baby

Maybe not so, think she likes to be her Grandma's baby

We are having a great time, we stayed up late, talked, watched tristan&isolde, generally all the girly stuff you could want

Too bad it has to end

we go home tomorrow

Logan, relax, relax, lazy, lazy

Hazel at the Spa

Hazel loved taking a bath at Olivia's Grandmas house.

Who wouldn't like to watch a little "Last Comic Standing" while soaking in a warm bath just your size!!!!

We are having a great time in Logan. Brandy's parents spoil us. I think the pace at her parents is slower, at least while we are there. I really enjoy them and they treat my children just like there own grandkids. I am so blessed to have Brandy as a friend, we are having a great time!! We are going to see a horse tomorrow, the kids will love it.

Getting Ready for the Boyz to go to Costa Rica

So, Angelo and Jaxson went to Costa Rica today

to surprise his mother on her 50th birthday.

I must admit it was very difficult to let them go. I realized the last night that I hadn't ever been away from Jaxson, and I have only been away from Angelo maybe 4 nights in nearly 6 years. Here comes the panic attack. I call my Mom to console me, her response " it's genetic, I didn't ever send you to see Dennis without having a panic attack" not so reassuring. Oh, well. So, I bought the grocery store out!!! I bought every snack I thought my little boy ( and my big boy for that matter) would like.

Mom in full swing !!!!!

Well, this morning came (dread, fear, apprehension).

Well, we made it with only a few tears shed ( not only me, Angelo shed a few). I am sure they are going to have a great time.

Liam, Hazel and I are going to Logan with Brandy and kids. I think we are all going to have a great time, them more than us but I will try.

Memorial Weekend

Hazel is becoming a real person
she is so alive now. She talks and smiles all the time.
Sometimes it feels like she really understands what is going on!!
We had a fun Memorial day weekend, we played alot on the front lawn.
The boyz just love their 4-wheelers
On Monday we went to see the new Pixar movie
Over the Hedge
with my brothers, Mom, and Dad
Sunday night Andrew slept over and he and Angelo went
golfing at 7:00am Monday morning.
I am glad that Andrew is getting old enough to stay over and to golf with Angelo
He was a real help, it was nice to have him around. My kids just adore him.

Jack & the Pink Shirt

Jack our dog has a new pink shirt, he wears it all the time.
I didn't think he could look anymore like a Grandpa ( I was wrong)
Today, we went to breakfast at Golden Corral (barf) with the Smith's. We then hung out at DI where I b0ught myself a great computer monitor. It is so nice to be able to see the things I am posting.

We were supposed to be camping, or in Las Vegas both were considered for this memorial day weekend. Well, here we are hanging out at the DI ( pathetic, huh). I am trying to plan something, anything for tonight and Monday.

 

Audio Check

BBQing with the Dial's

We set up a nice little waterpark in Brandy's backyard for the kids. It was a good time, we ate and played, then the big boyz( Angelo & Jason ) played dodgeball with the kids. I think they were a little ruff, the kids loved it anyway.

Laundry Day

I

don't think it is possible for anyone to

HATE LAUNDRY

as much as I do.Today it has finally come to the end of procrastination, I have to do it. If you think those are dirty clothesyou are 100 % wrong

I actually don't hate washing the clothes, I hate folding them & putting them away.I wish this was a picture I got off the internet or something, sadly enough these are the clean clothes ( my nemesis) that I will spend the rest of my day in the company of.

Laundry Tip ( as if you want one from me, take it or leave it)

For luminous whites add a cup fo dishwasher detergent to your hot water cycle, let cycle run awhile then turn off over night or half day. Let clothes soak as long as possible. Continue cycle, clothes will be whiter I promise.

Pizza Night

We now have a tradition,

I call it a tradition because it has happened at least 6 weeks in a row

( I use tradition lightly).

Pizza Night

Tuesday night I order a pizza and we all watch American Idol. It has been really fun for the kids. Tonight was the last American Idol ( we have been Taylor fans since auditions). So, the pizza comes and Angelo asks Jaxson "what are we doing" Jaxson yells "WATCHING AMERICAN IDOL". Should I be proud of this????? I just don't know, I love that we have something we enjoy together. Well, anyways we will soon be replacing the television with Seven Peaks water park, only 5 days till opening. I can hardley wait, Brandy and I have been counting the days for months now ( if that makes sense).

GO Taylor

Summer is Here

We went with Angelo to BYU today, he had to get some papers. It is fun to go to campus when it is not so busy. The kids love to walk around on campus. When we came home we spent the rest of the evening playing outside, summer is so nice for the kids. They really enjoy being able to ride bikes and play.

Think Angelo is too big for Jaxsons bike ???

Well they had fun anywayAfter we put the kids to bed we continued watching season finallys. Tonights was 24, amazing. We are totally hooked, I can't believe we have to wait until January for the next day. Tomorrow American idols season finally starts. I can't believe how hooked we get to these programs. After watching 24 I went to the gym with Brandy. I am really out of shape, I am glad I have my gym pass it is really nice to go bonus I feel great after.

Sunday at the Grandparent's

We go to my parents house for dinner at least
two Sundays a month. The boyz love to play with their Uncle's, and on the big lawn. My mother always cooks a wonderful meal, which makes Angelo extremely happy.
This Sunday we went to my parents and I think it is the first time my Dad has really held Hazel for and extended period. She just loved him, she went right to sleep, it was so cute. Aren't they so cute, my Dad really has a way with babies

My mom wanted in on the baby holdingI am so glad my parents are nearby so that my children are able to have a relationship with them.

Family Fun

I love Saturdays!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Angelo is home, it always feels better when he is around. We took the kids to the car wash, washed and vacuumed the car ( the car was disgusting, no joke). The boyz had a great time, they love to help dry the car.Doesn't it look so great

After nap we went to Walmart to get Jaxson a new bike. He had outgrown his old one and had started to use the neighbor girls Dora bike. He rode his bike through the isles of Walmart nearly causing some of the older patrons to pass out he flew by them so fast.It was really enjoyable to see him so happy, and on a bike that was the right size.

I found another great accesory for Hazel Jane it is a paci holder that is beaded and cute. I love all this girl stuff it is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo FUN!!!

We spent the rest of the day watching the boyz ride bikes on the sidewalk. Jaxson on the sidewalk and trying to convice Liam he is not to ride on the street.We had a great relaxing Saturday, I really love Saturdays

G Diapers

Okay, I have the best new product since my moby wrap. They are called G diapers. They are flushable diapers, novel idea waste going down the toilet. We have been trying them and not only are they cute but really easy to use and they flush. I really love them. The covers come in red, orange, blue, and green. They are all really cute and delivered to your door!!!!The biggest bonus is that they wont be in our landfills polluting our land and water. I can really get behind this.Okay enough with the infomercial look how cute she looks in them
Hazel & the G Diapers
Hazel loves to look at them, I think it is the red
I you want to know more the link to the web sit is under my links

 

Book Club

Every third thursday of the month I go to book club. This months book was Tess of the D'Ubervilles. I always enjoy the discussions, but not always the books.This is the case with this book. I don't really like depressing books, it seemed to me that the characters always made the worst possible choices. I just don' t subscribe to that theory. I believe people are generally good. Oh well, it was a fun discussion. I really rely on book club and dinner at Rae's to keep me from loosing my mind. I mean that literally, sometimes I get worried that all I do and think about is kid stuff and when they grow up I won't know how to be an adult. Well anyways that is why I continue read and try to get out at least 2 times a month to talk with other women.