Pajama Party

Austin's class earned a pajama party for being good students. He was so excited to go to school that day. They got to watch a movie and eat popcorn. When Nick dropped him off for school that day he asked Austin if he could go with him to school because it sounded more fun than his school and he quickly replied "No way it's only for kids."

This is also a major turning point for Austin, he use to not eat popcorn. He would never try it, we kept telling him I bet you will like it if you try it. Sure enough, he tried it and now he likes it. He had some left over so he decided to share it with Brodie for a little after school snack.

New Banks

While we were in Utah we got the kids these little banks from Desert Book they have a space for tithing, mission fund (savings for girls), and spending money. I had one when I was little so when I saw them I thought they would be great for the kids. When we got home we had a FHE (family home evening) about money. Brodie loves money so we talked about how we have to earn money and some different things that they can do to earn money for their banks. I think it worked because Brodie does not ask for money all the time anymore. We talked about tithing and how we pay 10% of what we earn to the church. We also talked about the different things our tithing is used for. It was a great night!

Our cute kids with their new banks!

Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam

My little Brodie-man is getting so big and I can't believe it. He had his first Sunday in Primary last week at church. He missed his first two Sundays because we will still gone the first and were sick the second. Brodie was so excited to be a Sunbeam (class for 3 year olds) and be in Primary with Austin. Even though he was excited he was a little nervous. I was subbing for another class so he just wanted to sit by me during singing and sharing time. Then it was time to go to class and he became a little sad, but still went with help from one of my friends. After class he came out with a big smile on his face and said he had fun. I can't believe my little Brodie is a Sunbeam. He looks so handsome in his little tie!

4 Months

Adyson turned 4 months on the 10th and I can't believe that I have not gotten around to blogging about it. She is just such a joy to have around. She smiles all the time and loves her brothers so much! She watches every move they make. She can roll from her belly to her back and is working on going the other way. She had her check up on the 12th and weighed 12 pounds 14 ounces (30%) and was 23 1/2 inches (22%). She is a little peanut, but a very cute one!

She would only smile at her dad while I was taking these pictures. Can you say "Daddy's Little Girl"?

I found this outfit at the Carter's outlet in Utah and just could not pass it up. I love the little blue jean skirt!

Seeing Double?

Adyson and her cousin Fynlee have several matching outfits and they matched several times on our trip and it was never planned. Angie made Adyson the cute bow and head band so their bows even matched! So Cute!!!

We spent New Years Day with Angie and her family shopping at the Gateway and checking out the Planetarium. Later that night we went to see my good friend Jenny and I was even able to see most of her family. It was great to see so many Arkansans!

On our last day in Salt Lake our nephew Jackson was baptised. We were so glad that we got to stay long enough to see that. After the baptism we went and hung out at Nate and Michelle's house. We played trivial pursuit and I am pretty sure Nick and I lost bad, but it was still a lot of fun.

Brodie loved Fynlee or "Baby Fyns" as he would say. I would find him laying on the floor talking to her or just staring at her. What a cute kid!!!

We had a great time on our vacation and can't wait until we can hopefully live closer to Nick's family because they are just so much fun!

New Years Eve

We spent our New Years Eve with Nick's brothers Nate and Brandon, his sister Angie and their families. We decided to play a little white elephant gift exchange. It was fun, but the poor little kids did not understand fully.

Nate and Michelle brought this huge clock shelf thing and Uncle Brandon talked Brodie into taking it from him. Luckily Aunt Angie took it from him so we did not have to try and pack it in our already full car.

We put a movie on for the kids while some played games.

I went down after a little while to check on the kids and I found three of the five asleep. So cute!!

Watching the ball drop! The sleeping kids slept right through our loud yelling and the loud confetti thing.

Lexi decided Brodie was a good cuddle buddy!

Adyson's Blessing

Nick blessed Adyson on December 27, 2009 in Vernal, UT. He did a wonderful job, We are very lucky to have a husband and father in our life that holds and honors the priesthood.
I wanted a very simple dress for Adyson to wear, and I think we found the perfect one. She looked so pretty in it.


Our family with Grandma and Grandpa Schwerin and Great Grandma Betty.
Adyson with Grandma and Grandpa Weber.

I wanted to get a picture of all the men that stood in the circle to bless her and I forgot. Nick, Grandpa Schwerin, Grandpa Weber, Uncle Randy, Uncle Nathan, Uncle Marcus and Uncle Brandon all stood in the circle. It was so great to have everyone there. Thanks to all that traveled to share this special day with our family.

Sledding Adventures

I think one of my favorite parts of our trip was sledding. We went Christmas day and the day after to Asphalt Ridge close to Nick's parents house. Here are some of the highlights of our sledding adventure. (click on them to make bigger)

The sled I am using was named the death sled because of how fast it went and it was hard to control.

Updating

I just added five new post, so be sure to check them out. I am just trying to update everyone on our 2 week vacation in Utah. Be sure to check back for our sledding adventures, Adyson's blessing, and our New Years celebration!

Christmas 2009 in Vernal, UT

We had a great time being out in Vernal for Christmas this year. Nick's brother Wes and his family, his sister Angie and her family and his parents were all together on Christmas morning. The boys waiting patiently for all of the other families to wake up. We decided the night before that who's kids woke up first, their parents would wake up the others and of course it was our kids!
We also decided to read the Christmas story to the kids before opening presents, so that we could all remember the real meaning of Christmas. The kids did a great job listening then it was time to open presents.

The kids checking out their stockings and presents from Santa.

The kids got a few toys, games, and a movie.

Just a way cute picture of Corbin!

Austin helped Adyson open her presents, she got a couple of really cute outfits.

Later that afternoon we went over to the hotel where my parents and grandma were staying (I forgot to take any pictures). My grandma was so sweet and gave the kids some games that they love.

Christmas Eve 2009 in Vernal

Christmas Eve the kids the made sugar cookies and thanks to Uncle Marcus the kids had a great time singing while they cut out shapes. Cousin Ellie, Austin, Cousin Jaron, and Brodie working hard!

Brodie with his cute big smile!

After cookie time we all sang Christmas carols before putting the kids to bed.

Temple Square

We went to Temple Square to see the Joseph Smith movie in the Joseph Smith Memorial Building, it was wonderful, it of course made me cry. My parents and grandma were able to be there with us too.

Our plan was after the movie to walk around a look at the lights, but it had snowed quite a bit and the walks were very slippery. We walked through past the temple to the car and it was beautiful with the snow falling all around the temple. I love temple square at Christmas time.

Brodie loved eating the snow!

Such a beautiful and magnificent building.

Austin's Gingerbread House

Friday morning before the left for Utah, Austin's kindergarten class decorated gingerbread houses. Nick went to help him while I finished up packing (we left right when they got home around 11:00). I think they had a great time.

Look at the concentration!

As you can see they had a ton of candy to use, so they decorated it nice then decided to have a candy rain storm all over their house. Silly Boys!!!

Good Job Austin!

Christmas 2009 (before we left for Utah)

We opened most of our presents before we left for Utah, so that we did not have to try and pack them all in the car. They kids got lots of clothes and a few toys from their grandparents and movies from us for the long road trip.

They also got a way cool toy kitchen from Grandma and Grandpa Schwerin. It is so fun, it has a real clock and makes lots of cool kitchen sounds. They love playing with it. So much fun!