tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58160621728654597292024-03-05T23:15:18.075-08:00What Good Things Are Made OfFamily, Cooking & CraftsElisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.comBlogger134125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-57525194648565980112014-10-02T09:37:00.001-07:002014-10-03T20:18:21.114-07:00Comicon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Ever since Scott's Paternity leave... my boys have been <i><u><b>ALL </b></u></i>about Legos & Batman. We watched Lego Movie a million times, the boys built Lego sets all day long and then ran around playing with them, William was introduced to the old Batman cartoons and watches them every morning... it has been quite the transformation around here. So now- William loves ALL things Batman. My mom kept these awesome capes from my childhood and now William wears it everywhere we go (including but not limited to; Texas Roadhouse, the doctor, out on errands, Sunday dinners etc)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">So when I learned that Kevin Conroy was going to be at Comicon- I just knew we had to take William to meet him. (He voices Batman on the cartoons that we have been faithfully watching every day!) William was so excited to meet him and he was such a sweet guy. He was yelling "William! Help me- the Joker is after me William!" in his batman voice and William just loved it. We were so excited that we got to meet him, get a picture and an autograph. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The Family with "Batman" aka Kevin Conroy</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">And we couldn't pass up the Batmobile! He just wanted to climb inside so badly. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">There is so much going on in this picture... ha ha. William doesn't know a whole lot about Star Wars yet... but he does have a few small Lego sets that have Star Wars characters. So he wanted to get a picture with R2D2. (I know practically nothing about Star Wars- so I am nervous about the day that he wants to watch all the shows and get into it...)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The main reason I went to Comicon this year was to meet Simon Helberg. I LOVE the Big Bang Theory. If you have not watched it- you really should. It is just hysterical and Howard Wolowitz is definitely a favorite from the show. I was sad that taking the picture was such a quick process... but I was so happy and excited to meet him, steal a hug and get a picture (even if Aftyn had just spit up on me! ha ha) Love it. </span></div>
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<br />Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-12382857566531512112014-09-17T16:00:00.001-07:002014-09-17T16:00:38.263-07:00This Face...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I haven't posted many pictures of the kiddos since having the baby... and I can't believe how much she has changed all ready! About 4 weeks ago my cousins wife Courtney was so sweet and came over to take some pictures of Aftyn for me. She got so many great photos but these two really get me. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Let me first say that I was not planning on being in any of the pictures so I did not get ready for the day- so when I saw that I ended up being in some of the pictures I had to cringe. Despite not being all dolled up- I love how sweet this picture is of me trying to warm up my baby in between pictures. She makes me so happy and I can't help but smile.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">This is my other favorite picture-- this sweet face. I was absolutely terrified of having a girl. When I found out at the ultrasound I could not even stop the tears from flowing. That sounds terrible...but as she continued to grow in my belly, I became more and more excited. And the minute she was born I have been overwhelmed with how much I love her. Scott always told me- "You don't get what you want- you get what you<i> need</i>". There is no doubt that I<i> need </i>Aftyn. I need her sweet spirit in our home, I need her calming presence and chill demeanor. I need all the pink and bows and fluff. I always pictured myself having a bunch of rowdy boys- it is what I know and what I have loved. But William, Scott and I need this sweet girl. We are so blessed to have her in our family. </span></div>
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Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-11333906599437633082014-08-01T11:13:00.002-07:002014-08-01T11:13:58.015-07:00Introducing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">This belly sure got a lot of chatter this pregnancy. I looked like I stuffed a basketball under my shirt. I had people in public just stop me and ask if it was real! So here is the 39 week Baby Bump:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">INTRODUCING our sweet baby girl: <span style="color: #e06666; font-size: x-large;">Aftyn</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">She arrived July 19. She is so small and perfect. She has been such a good baby- just eats and sleeps and rarely, rarely cries. William is the sweetest brother (I knew he would be). He loves to kiss her, rub her head and hold her. He also shows her all his toys and loves to take her picture and just look at her. He giggles at all her grunts and silly noises she makes. He also likes to put her binky in her mouth (even if she doesn't want it). I am so blessed to have the best babies around.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">There is a lot of this going on around here:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Soooo happy to finally have our baby girl with us!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I wanted to have one last vacation before Baby Girl arrives this week... so William and I tagged along and went to Lake Powell. This was William's FIRST Lake Powell trip. He did so well on the car ride (he is recently potty trained and did not have ONE single accident. I was very impressed). He was so excited to see the water and the boats and to stay on a house boat. He has never done any of this, so it was all very exciting.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">When we finally made it to the houseboat we got all geared up and played in the water. He loved swimming in the lake with Kylee. He even went down the houseboat slide with her! (He wasn't such a big fan of this, only because he went under the water. I was so proud of him for going though!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">His favorite thing was riding the jet-ski. Meemaw and Pop pop took him on a very long ride and he was absolutely thrilled. Aunt Bri and Uncle Kaden took him next and he just did not want to get off that thing. He loves it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The other love William had was the paddle boat. He had a blast just sitting in it and he got lots of rides from people. It is a great toy for the kiddos!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Bath time!! My cousin Courtney had the great idea to bathe the kids in the sink. These boys went first and had a blast. William is getting too big for this sort of thing tho- he barely fits in there! Ha ha. These boys are seriously hysterical together. (Lots of these pictures are courtesy of Courtney. She is so good at taking pictures!! Thanks Courtney)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Just chillin with cousins. We were only on the houseboat for a couple of nights. William and I were not feeling great (I was 36 almost 37 weeks pregnant and extremely swollen and just getting miserable) and I think William got homesick. Luckily we had cell phone service and called Daddy every night- but that wasn't good enough. The last night I held William while he cried and he cried his self to sleep. It was so sad. Then he woke up a couple of times during the night crying that he wanted to go home. So the next day we packed up and hitched a ride home with my brother Josh and his family. Of course, the minute we got home William was begging to go back to Lake Powell. But it was good that we went home. We got lots of sun and play in. He loved sleeping on top of the houseboat in a tent with Kylee too. I hope he had fun and will remember this trip!</span>Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-58974298771929744382014-07-03T08:12:00.000-07:002014-07-03T08:12:03.739-07:00Minions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">In past years I have spent MONTHS preparing for my little boy's birthday parties. But with moving to a new home, being pregnant, going on vacations etc- I had zero time to plan this party. About a week before I came up with some decoration and food ideas. I all ready had this balloon wreath from last year- so all I did was add the Minion:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I saw so many cute Minion DIY on Pinterest... I came across some Japanese Lantern Minions and thought they were adorable and super easy. So I made my own version:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Found these on Pinterest as well. They are super super easy and I made them even easier by finding little 'eyes' at Gygi's instead of using smarties and frosting. They were a big hit with kids and adults alike. We also did a small candy bar with little baggies for everyone to fill up and take home. We had lemon drops, gum balls, banana taffy, pineapple jelly beans, banana chips, and lemon-chocolate dipped almonds- got all these goodies at Gygi's. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I didn't take any pictures during the party! We were busy serving dinner to everyone and opening gifts. He is one spoiled boy. Everyone is so sweet and we appreciate all the love and support we received! These cute pictures courtesy of Aunt Bree:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We FINALLY went and got his 3 yr pictures done about 2 or 3 weeks LATE... I went to Camera Shy in Lehi... I absolutely loved it there. The photographer was so fun and sweet. William was all smiles and giggles and just loved it. The pictures turned out fabulous and I was bawling during the slide show. I am so blessed to have this little man in my life. He is such a sweet, smart, funny and handsome boy. I am so proud of him. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Happy Birthday my Love. I love you more than life itself and am so proud to be your Mom. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Mother's Day has been kind of weird for me the last 3 ish years... I only think of MY Mom on this day and forget that I am a Mom myself. I know if you are pregnant on Mother's Day you sometimes don't feel like a Mom yet either... but you are! My cute cousin Erin is just a couple weeks behind me this pregnancy and it is so fun to see her and compare notes. I know she doesn't feel like a Mama yet- but she IS and she is going to be one of the best Mom's around. Such cute belly's...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We had a lovely lunch at Papa's house with all the cousins and family. We gave Meemaw her gifts and just spent time with everyone. William absolutely loves to hold his cousin Ellie. He is going to be the sweetest brother. He is so protective and loving. He is also quite the worrier. He is always looking out for all the kids and making sure they aren't going to get hurt. My heart melts to watch him with the babies. He is going to be my big helper in a few short weeks for sure! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We drove up to Scott's parents house and wished Grandma Halladay a Happy Mother's Day and dropped off her gifts. Scott's parents are always so thoughtful and giving. They gave me a bunch of gifts as well. I am so blessed to have the Mothe'rs I do. My Mom is my best friend and I am thankful to be so close to her. My mother in law helps me SO much. I love you Mom's.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">My William is 3. I seriously can not believe it. Where did my baby go??? On his birthday we woke up and let him open his gifts: a few books, Minion t shirts, Cars, and a couple other small things that I can't remember at the moment. He was pretty happy with it all.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We then ate a waffle breakfast and sang happy birthday (the birthday song is his all time favorite thing. We always have to sing it more than once). I told him he had a surprise downstairs- so he ran downstairs to find his very own trampoline. He has been wanting a tramp for a long time and was really excited to have one in the basement. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Daddy took the day off from work to play with us. So we decided to try out the new Museum of Curiosity at Thanksgiving Point. We spent ALL day there. They have a bunch of different areas and activities and things to do. We spent time at every area as well as the gardens and park. He loved feeding the fish and watching them through the glass:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After the Museum we met up with Meemaw and Pop pop for dinner at Zupa's (William LOVES soup and salads lately) then we drove up to Cold Stone by our house and had some ice cream with Grandma and Grandpa Halladay as well. All the Grandparents spoiled him and gave him some gifts to open. He got a Thomas the Train Book and water shoes from "Meem" and Pop and Grandma and Grandpa gave him some aquarium trains for his train set. He loves all the gifts!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Big W had a great birthday. We were so happy to spend the day with Daddy. That is an extra special treat! He had his Minion birthday party just a couple of days later.... Coming Up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">For weeks William was telling everyone that he was going to meet Elsa at Disneyland. (This boy LOVES the movie Frozen) I kept telling him that I wasn't even sure that Elsa was going to be at Disneyland, but if she was- that we could meet her. She was definitely at Disneyland- along with Ana- and everyone wanted to meet them. The first time I checked the line was on our 2nd day and it was a 2 1/2 hour wait. I bagged it. I had the brilliant idea to return first thing the next morning. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We arrived at the park on our 3rd day and I went straight to Elsa's line. Everyone else must have had the same brilliant idea because the line was all ready looped all the way around Fantasy land and down the walkway toward Frontier land. I stood in line for <b>5 1/2 hours</b> so my little man could meet Elsa and Ana. I was completely fine with it since it was our 3rd day and we still had 2 more days- plus I was swollen and tired being 28 weeks pregnant. And it was worth it- look at how happy this cute boy is that he is next in line:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Holding up "5" for 5 hours... but it was really 5 1/2!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Meeting the girls. I love how he is so calm and "macho" in these pictures. He has to be all manly about meeting these beautiful girls. What a stud.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Thanks to Meemaw and Pop pop for taking William on rides while I waited in line! And for trading places with me so I could eat lunch!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Another new thing we tried was over at California Adventure- it is the Wilderness Explorer Camp. We have always just walked right past this, but now that Will is bigger we decided to give it a try. (Plus William has always loved the movie Up) It was such a fun area to let him run around and get all his wiggles out- it is HARD standing in lines all day long just to ride for a few seconds. So this area is great to let them just get all that energy out:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Until we meet Disneyland again... (hopefully in a year or so when Baby Girl is big enough) We had such a great time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Man- I feel like we haven't been to Disneyland in a looooong time. In reality it has only been about 11 months- ha ha. We were lucky to be able to tag along on Scott's work trip this time. He had a convention in Anaheim! So William and I tagged along and got to go to Disneyland for our LONGEST trip yet- 5 whole days! We have been super excited about this trip and talking about it non-stop for weeks. I was a little nervous being 28 weeks along AND chasing around my 2 year old... so my parents were nice enough to join us! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">William just loves trains. We took full advantage of the train this trip. Anytime we could hop on- we would do it. William just loved it, and it was a time to relax for all us adults. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Big W is tall for his age... he was only 1 inch short for MOST of the rides- so hopefully next time we go he will be able to ride pretty much everything & anything. Some new rides he was tall enough for this trip include Autopia. I think he rode this about 6 times. Look at how happy he is that he gets to "drive" a "car"!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"> Cute Meem & Pop driving along behind us.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"> And he talked Eric into taking him on a drive on Autopia.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The weather this trip was PERFECT- a little overcast and around 72 degrees. I think Sunday was pretty hot... but the rest of the week was amazing. And thank goodness because with all the humidity and walking around- my feet and ankles could barely handle it. I was SO swollen!! All in all- I loved walking around Disneyland and getting lots of exercise. We had so much fun hanging out with Meemaw and Pop pop all week too. We had lots of treats- our favorites are the Mint Juleps and beignets at the Mint Julep bar. We also love the Tigger Tails at Pooh Corner (which is another favorite ride of Will's. He rode it almost 20 times during the week). We got to try a new treat this trip as well at Maurice's Treats in Fantasy Land. We tried the Strawberry swirl bread, the chocolate swirl bread and the garlic swirl bread. As well as the frozen apple drink. It was delicious. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One more post and more pictures and stories to come...</span>Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-35191846375009322014-04-02T11:06:00.000-07:002014-04-02T11:06:35.301-07:00Odds & Ends<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I can NOT keep up with this blog lately! Our life has been extremely hectic the last few months. We decided it was time to move- so we had a couple MAJOR projects to finish in about 2 weeks so we could put our house up for sale. It went up and about 8 days later it sold. So then we were house hunting like crazy- found a house and we close next week. So now I am packing up and cleaning out and have been doing all this with a very active 2 year old AND a pregnant belly. So the blog has been low on the priority list. Here are some odds and ends from this year so far:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">January- Birthday Month. We spoiled Daddy with some gifts (that to be honest- I can't even remember what we got him... Some Legos, a Movie or two, some comic books, something electronic and an herbal tea maker perhaps...) Big W loves to hep open the gifts. We also went out to dinner with some close friends of ours- Scott and Toni have the same birthday so we celebrated by going out to Ruth's Chris. They are such a sweet couple and I am so heart broken to be moving AWAY from them. Good thing it is just down the street a few minutes...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"> My birthday is in January as well and we had a great relaxing day. The boys got me heated curlers (that I need help learning how to use properly), a new curling iron, my own tea maker, and Tangled. We just hung around the house to my recollection and it was a fabulous day :) My boys make me feel so special and loved. I am so lucky.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">During our busy house hunting days- we had one Saturday where we looked at about 9 houses (maybe more). We didn't want to drag Big W around and so we arranged to have my dad (Pop-pop) ride the Frontrunner train up to Draper to pick up William and ride back down to Orem. William LOVES trains. And he is always fascinated to watch trax or frontrunner zoom past. Here they are at the train stop and getting on the train. He was ALL smiles and just loved the ride. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I am horrible at taking pictures- but William and I spend pretty much 24-7 together and I LOVE it. I am so blessed to be able to stay at home with him and raise him and play with him and teach him. I am not going to lie- being a mom is the hardest thing I have ever done. Some days I really question what I got myself into. But it is all worth it. When he gives me hugs, cuddles, kisses, smiles or anything- I just melt. He is my favorite. And he is the sweetest, smartest boy I have ever met. I am lucky to have him in my life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Speaking of being lucky... our little GIRL will be joining us in July. I am still kind of in shock that we are having a girl. I just always pictured myself having a bunch of boys. I am really nervous about raising a girl- but I am getting more and more excited every day. She sure does love to move and stretch- she moves pretty much constantly (just like William did). So far the pregnancy has been great and everything looks good with Baby Girl. I couldn't ask for more.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">My little sister (Dee-O to Will) got married in March! This handsome man was the ring bearer and he did such a great job. He just loves Dee-O so much and is always giving her kisses. He has such a great Aunt and now a new Uncle. Welcome to the family Kaden. Congratulations to both of you. We love you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I think that is all the major updates for now. I have lots of recipes we have been cooking up... so look out.</span>Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-67555937151687107682014-01-15T09:50:00.000-08:002014-01-15T09:51:13.876-08:00Christmas-- finally!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We had a very nice and laid-back Christmas this year. We did our traditional Orem Christmas Eve party at my Papa's house. It is so great to see family members that live elsewhere and those that we just don't get to see very often! There are lots of us expecting babies this year so that is the biggest topic of conversation. It is so exciting to see our family grow! We got our traditional stockings and blankets from Papa and Nana. We also had our traditional pizza dinner. One fun thing was our neighbors had ordered way too much crab- so they brought us a TON of crab legs! Scott and I (and we now know William) love crab! After the party we went to Meemaw's and Pop-pop's to open gifts there. William is one spoiled boy and got tons of Cars stuff as well as Monster's Inc. stuff. His favorite toy from them is his cat Figaro. Scott and I got Hale Center Theater season tickets- which we are so thrilled to use!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">On Christmas we hung out at home all day and let William slowly open gifts. He loves to open one and play with it for a while. Then later come back to open another etc. We didn't rush him through opening gifts. I like that he enjoys each gift and doesn't care if there is a big pile of gifts to open or not. We ate breakfast before doing anything because Scott had to work for a little while. We made eggnog french toast with scrambled eggs. Then we got to the fun stuff. He was most thrilled to get Woody and Buzz:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Scott and I opened gifts while William was playing with his toys. I made this gift for Scott and Eric: a Rubik cube tissue box. If you watch the Big Bang Theory- in Leonard and Sheldon's apartment on the side table by the couch, they have this. We are Big Bang enthusiasts so when I saw the tutorial on Pinterest I just had to do it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The gift that he picked out and bought for his self: a straight edge razor to shave with! It was really nice and William and I took it downtown to get sharpened so it was all ready to go with all the accessories. I think he was happy with his choice :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">William came back for more presents and opened up Mack (from Cars) that held I think 8 other cars. Luigi and Guido are his very favorite. He has ALWAYS wanted them and we can't find them anywhere. So I was super excited to find them. He is also dying for Doc- so if anyone sees him anywhere, tell me!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">While Scott and I were opening gifts I went to see what William was doing and found him curled up in his new Cars show couch/bed with his new cars blanket, Figaro, Monsters Inc toys and Cars toys watching his new show Monsters University. I think he had a very memorable Christmas. Such a cute boy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We were lucky to have Eric and Colleen stop by for the afternoon and exchange gifts. They always spoil us and spoil William. They are such great people and the best friends. Later that day we went to the Halladay's and opened many gifts and ate way too much food. We also shared our Service Projects and just hung out. The Halladay's are so generous and sweet. I am so blessed to have such great in-laws. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We actually got these family pictures done back in November. My entire immediate family decided to get these done for my parents for Christmas. It has been a long time since we had family photos done, and now we have new babies and family members moving away and new members of the family... so it was much needed! They turned out really nice. I am so thankful for my family- Love you all!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I love the picture of Pop-pop and Meemaw with the grand babies. Aren't they WAY TOO YOUNG to be grandparents??? And I just love Vivee, Miss Aeda and Mr William. Such cute kids. Aeda will be a big sister in March. And William will be a <b><i>big brother in July</i></b>!! I made a ton of Christmas cards with all these cute pictures on them to send out for Christmas and misplaced my Address Book- so I never got them sent out! (Pregnancy Brain) So I thought I'd share them on here instead. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I have lots of Christmas pictures, birthday pictures and recipes with reviews coming up.</span>Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-90069672799046323122013-11-06T21:13:00.000-08:002013-11-06T21:13:29.239-08:00Hallow's Eve<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">LOVE Halloween. We never really even do anything... but for some reason it has always been one of my very favorite holidays. For those of you who don't know Will too well... he has some anxiety when it comes to new items... mostly new clothes and shoes. He has been a lot better lately, especially when we get the stuff home and cut the tags off and wash them. So I was worried about how he would react to his Halloween costume- he was going to be Peter Pan. I found the cutest costume at the Disney store and had to get all the accessories too. (A knife that makes noise and a bow and arrow). So it's from the Disney store... it costs a pretty penny. So we bought it way in advance and I kept it out all month and tried to show him and let him dress up and play. He would. not. have. it. Once he put on the pants and the hat and carried the knife around. But he just hates the boots, hat and other items. On Halloween morning we talked about it ALL morning- that we would dress up and go get candy etc. He said he was excited to dress up. LIES. He absolutely hated it. I forced him into it just to try and get a quick picture, but all he wanted to do was call daddy. So we Face Time'd him and he got to see Will in his costume. It was so funny- William just had this scowl on his face and kept saying "I don't YIKE it!" ha ha ha ha. So we took it off and he just wore regular clothes all day and was happy as could be. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Next we headed to Grandma Halladay's house. She always goes above and beyond, people. Seriously- she spoils all of us. There was this cute set up for everyone:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We dropped daddy off at home to hand out candy bars to all our trick-or-treaters and then William and I headed down to Orem. We had yummy hot chocolate and cinnamon rolls and watched Monsters University. William loved answering the door and seeing all the trick-or-treaters and handing out candy. He also loved seeing his cousin Ky and his Papa (Great Grandpa) and of course his cousin, Miss Aeda.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I love these two kids. William is so funny. He LOVES Aeda. He seriously talks about her all the time and "needs" to see her. But then he gets jealous of her and ends up pushing her or something and getting into trouble. Tough Love, I guess. That's what happens when you have an only child. It is hard to teach him how to play nice!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I knew we did a lot more this summer that I never talked about... and once I found the pictures I thought I had better update! So for Memorial Day we went as a family to visit Nana and our other relatives in the Provo Cemetery. It is such a sad reality check for me. Since I live half an hour away from my parents (and Nana's home) I tend to forget that Nana passed away. In my mind- she is just down in Orem and when I go down to visit, it hits me like a ton of bricks that she is not here. Visiting the cemetery is worse... but it is also peaceful. Look at how beautiful her headstone/bench is... and seeing all the flowers and birds left behind is a great reminder of how much she is loved.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We also went out to Grantsville and visited all the Halladay relatives. I have never been out to the cemetery before. So it was fun to go and hear some stories that Scott shared. William had fun running around and putting roses on family members. We also went to the Salt Lake City cemetery to visit Scott's grandparents.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Our last stop was a Veteran's Cemetery. That is where my dad's mom is buried. I haven't been up there in such a long time. It was good to get up to her and leave her some roses as well. All of our family that has passed on are dearly missed and loved and never forgotten.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The 4th of July this year was full of parades. We went to the West Jordan parade in the morning and met up with Scott's brother and his family. They recently moved close to us! So we are excited to do more things with them. None of us were thrilled with the West Jordan parade tho. It was SUPER hot and the parade was waaaay too long. We left the parade and met up at the Halladay home for a fantastic BBQ. After some good food, we left the group and went to the Sandy parade. Our friend plays the bagpipes and was going to be in this parade. So we went to support him! It was such a fun parade and we will definitely go back next year!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We topped the night off with going to Scott's brothers house and watching all the fireworks. It was fun to hang out with family and the kids. Everyone loved all the fireworks too! I love Independence Day- we are so blessed to live in this beautiful, free country. I am so grateful to all those who have and continue to keep us free!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The "lazy" summer days consisted of going to Orem and setting up little blow up pools for William. He loves to be in the water. We would also play in irrigation if we were lucky enough to catch that. One thing he LOVED was Uncle "Joshy" (as Will calls him) and Pop pop getting out the canoe and letting William ride the irrigation in the ditch. He thought that was just the greatest thing!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One night Scott took me out to meet our favorite Author- Terry Brooks!! We have met him before <a href="http://scottandelisehalladay.blogspot.com/2009/09/one-year.html"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a> and we were so glad that he was coming back to Salt Lake! He had lots of exciting news about books, a new TV series, and a movie. We were really nerding out and just enjoyed the whole evening. It was a LOOOONG wait to meet him and get our books signed, but it was worth it. He is such a nice man! If you haven't read his books- I would highly suggest you give<a href="http://www.terrybrooks.net/"> <span style="color: cyan;">them</span></a> a try! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We were invited to our friend's wedding this summer too. Dave is such a great guy and he and Scott played in bands together years ago. We are so happy that he met Sydney and that they got married! They are so cute together and seem so very happy. They got married at a Ranch up in Park City. I have never been up there and was blown away with how beautiful it was! One of the only pictures we took: us eating dinner with our friend Matt and his wife and girls. Congratulations Dave & Sydney!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">I am finally all caught up with the year. I made some yummy food this week... so stay tuned for a Cooking update.</span>Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-61175468003443562402013-10-23T11:48:00.002-07:002013-10-23T11:48:25.385-07:00Cars Birthday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I was going through old files today and found a ton of pictures that I never posted!! So I will start with Will's 2nd Birthday Party. We did "Cars" since that is his all time favorite thing ever. I found most of these ideas on Pinterest and just tweaked them to add our own touch. Here was the set up:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I had the idea to make the food labels on black paper with neon markers to make it look like all the signs in the movie. It turned out really cute. I also came up with most of the ideas for the food:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Saw this Sprinkle Cake on Pinterest and just loved it. I hate baking... so I thought it was kind of a pain in the buns... but it turned out really cute. William loves, loves, LOVES the birthday song:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Yet another Pinterest find... you can't really see the actual pictures, but his 2 year old pictures were taken by Papa's old cars and his mustang. Pretty cute. We also made a "road" that lead guests from the driveway into the kitchen. I will need to find those pictures. I made him a "Cars" banner too. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">William really enjoyed his party. Thanks to all the family that showed up, spent time with us and spoiled William with gifts! He is one lucky boy. Happy Birthday my little man!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">On his birthday we took him to City Creek Mall and shopped at the Disney store and ate at the Cheesecake Factory. We had a great time spoiling our boy. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Last weekend my sister-in-law invited us to Hee Haw's! We were pretty excited to go because William has never been to a corn maze. This place was so cute and had lots of things to do for the kids. The first stop was of course the giant slide- William is a daredevil and went straight for it. He went down with Scott first, but then asked to go alone. I didn't think he would do it- I was wrong:</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We took lots of pictures of all the cute kids: Will and his cousins; Miss Aeda, Viv, & Eli. Such adorable children.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Next we went on a hayride that took us over to the corn maze. Here is the group; US, Meemaw & Pop-pop, my brother and his family, my sister-in-law's family, and my bro.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We saw more cute family at Hee Haw's!! We ran into Alec, Courtney and Gavin. They all watched the Pig Chase and got to pet the little piglets as well. We are so blessed to have such great family and friends. Thanks for inviting us! We had a blast. </span></div>
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<br />Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-87917376108593016852013-10-07T15:39:00.000-07:002013-10-07T15:39:10.922-07:00Conference Weekend + Catch Up<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Our Annual trip to the State Fair was lots of fun. We had more family join us this year so that made it extra fun. William loves seeing his Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and of course his Meemaw and Pop pop. He loved Viv's stroller with her toys hanging on the side. Here he is following Aunt Shanelle around the fair. The entire group went down the Big Yellow Slide as well. William went down about 4 times! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">September 12 is our Anniversary! This is our 5th year of marriage. To celebrate Scott took me around to a few places that mean a lot to both of us. First stop was dinner at Tucanos. We actually met at the Tucanos in Provo. But we ate at the Gateway instead. It was delicious. Next we went to Temple Square. We walked around the temple where we were sealed a couple years after we were married.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Then we went for a stroll to a gelateria. I love gelato- ever since I went to Italy in 2003 I have loved it! We got gelato pretty much every day when Scott and I went to New York. And last but not least, we went to the University of Utah hospital where William was born. Scott took me to the gift center and got me a Willow Tree statue as a gift. I had such a great night with my man. Love you Honey. Thanks for being the best husband, friend and father these last 5 years. I look forward to the next 5!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">William loves his cousins. A couple weeks ago Viv and her parents brought their motorhome over and William was in heaven! He never wanted to leave. He and Viv loved playing in the sink too.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">On Sunday we had a big, fancy breakfast and watched Conference. How cute are these girls? Sitting front and center to listen! We also ate dinner together at my Brother-in-law's house. Scott is popular with the babies!! We were so happy to see family and spend so much time with them. We are blessed to have such a great family. Love you all!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">That night was a banquet for all those entered in the car show and a part of the club. We had a good dinner and had a raffle, an auction and then the awards were handed out. Scott won!! He received this award for his class. We were so excited for him! Good job Honey!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We had such a fun weekend away together.I am so proud of Scott and glad that he shared his fun weekend with us. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">As I said, we had a busy summer and went on lots of mini vacations! Here is a quick-ish update for a few more things we did. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">In July we went to our favorite place: DISNEYLAND. My parents and sister went with us. We decided to split the drive up and drove to Vegas the first night. On our way we witnessed a semi truck run off the road and tip over. It was really scary and it delayed us for a while. By the time we got to Vegas, we just went to sleep. It was nice splitting the drive up tho. We only spent one day at Disneyland, but it was plenty of time to do all of our favorite things. We ate at Cafe Orleans, drank lots of Mint Juleps, hung out at Carsland, and rode Winnie the Pooh about 20 times. It was William's favorite ride:</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Seaworld was our last stop. And again- I didn't take any pictures!! Our camera battery had died. But here is William touching some star fish courtesy of Bri. He really liked petting the sting rays and touching the star fish... basically any chance to get in the water was a good time. He really liked the shark exhibit as well. He was really excited about the Shamu show at first... then lost interest pretty fast. It was fun to go and to take William- but honestly, it is not my favorite place. I think we will stick with Disneyland. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">I have never even heard of these sand dunes before... but man they were amazing! I pictured us sitting around in the blazing sun and heat just being miserable and waiting for your turn on the razor.. boy was I wrong! There were trees and shade and even WATER! There were really cool little ponds of clear water all around the sand dunes! We just parked the truck, pulled up some chairs and let the kids play in the water and take turns riding the razor. It was such a blast and William was in heaven! Thanks to the Thueson family for being such gracious hosts for a fun day in Idaho.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">More updates to come. Including a Mustang show in Park City, the Utah State Fair and more! Thanks to Eric and Colleen for getting us such an amazing room and for letting us spend the weekend with you in Vegas!</span></div>
Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-6315540420218767042013-08-08T13:52:00.000-07:002013-08-20T21:36:14.267-07:00This Summer... so far<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">This summer has been the best one in years! It was a difficult adjustment for me to have a baby... so the last couple summers we have not done much. This year I wanted it to be different. I started off the summer with a trip to Lake Powell. Scott and William didn't want to go, so I left the boys behind and joined my family for a week on the Lake. We had such a blast swimming, tubing, boating, sight-seeing, cliff jumping, playing cards, eating food, sleeping under the stars and enjoying the heat. I can't find my pictures... so I will repost when I find them. We did make a Harlem Shake video. Baby Gavin is the best part. Here is the Youtube link --> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgHJ02ZwCHU</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">But it was the BEST time!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">A few weeks later my family went on another trip to Yellowstone. My dad rented a cabin in Island Park (just about 20 minutes outside of Yellowstone). Scott had to work, but William and I joined in on the fun. I think William's favorite parts of the trip were the cabin and the water. Anytime we were near a river that was safe for swimming- he would be right in there and wouldn't come out. He may have loved Lake Powell after all....</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">I can't believe this little man is... a little man! 2 years has flown by and he has changed so much. He loves cars, playing outside, reading and watching shows. We had a small birthday party that was Cars themed. (The Disney Movie "Cars") It was so cute and fun. If I ever find the pictures I took- I will add them at the bottom!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">I love you Big W. I am so blessed to have you in my life! Thanks for being the best boy ever and for being my little angel.</span><br />
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<br />Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-25402166609531396572013-05-16T13:56:00.001-07:002013-05-16T13:56:19.565-07:00May 15, 2012<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">I feel like all I have blogged about in the past year is my Nana. It has almost consumed me- to be honest. I feel like writing about it releases some of my intense feelings, even though I am not so eloquent about it. Yesterday was the anniversary of her death. I remember May 15 of last year as if it <i>was </i>just<i> </i>yesterday. The images and feelings are still so crisp in my mind and heart. I can't believe she has been gone for a year all ready. In a way it makes me realize how fast time goes and that it really won't be that long until I get to see her again. (As sad as that may sound to some of you... it is a happy thought for me) Not that I want to leave and miss out on everything that I have here, I just want to see her again. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">To remember her, William and I went out and bought her some flowers and visited her grave. I am sure she is shocked at how much William has grown and changed. He was just a baby when she died. It makes me sad to think that William will not have her in his life. She was the best grandmother. She practically raised me and my siblings and cousins. We grew up next door to her. She was more than a grandmother... she was a second mother. William probably doesn't even remember her (which breaks my heart even more), but somehow he always can point her out in pictures and say "Nana!" which makes me smile.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We brought that metal bird to Nana on her birthday (in November). I have mentioned how much she loved birds- and so do I- and I wanted something to remind me that Nana is always with me. So I bought two birds and left one with her...</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">I am sure that even though I have a severe ache in my gut and hole in my heart... that it is nothing compared to what my Papa has gone through. He is the sweetest man, the best Papa. William absolutely adores him and EVERY morning wants to go to "Papa's Barn". William shares a strong bond with my Papa the way I do with my Nana. They both LOVE CARS. Seriously- William is obsessed. So he is lucky to have the Papa that he does. Papa collects and restores old Ford's. On Sunday (Mother's Day) Papa took me, Scott, William and Bree on a ride in his 1932 (or 34....) Ford. William just kept saying "Wow!" over and over. He just loves it. It makes me happy that William is close to Papa. I love these two.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Nana, I still miss you with all my heart. I think about you EVERY day. I love you more than ever. </span>Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-34201170835265708042013-04-03T12:37:00.001-07:002013-04-03T12:38:27.069-07:00Birthdays & Surprises<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">I know things have happened between January and now... but honestly can't think of much to write about other than our spur of the moment trip to Disneyland. Scott's brother Shawn and his family had been planning a week long trip for a while and wanted us to go with them but we couldn't swing the time or the money on such short notice. We were really bummed about it and sad that we would be missing out on such a fun family vacation. The day before they flew out to Cali, Scott & I decided that we couldn't stand to miss out on the fun and decided to go down for ONE DAY. We got everything ready, purchased tickets, booked hotels, packed up the car and left on Wednesday. We only stopped twice the whole time. William was AMAZING in the car! He was perfectly happy to sit and watch "Car Show" (Cars) or "Pee Pan" (Peter Pan) and have snacks (including his favorite: Popcorn and Dum Dums). He seriously was the best.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">The next morning we walked to Disneyland and Scott text Shawn to see how their Magic Morning was going. Shawn replied saying they weren't so magic and were just barely getting to the park! We ran through security and hid behind one of the ticket buildings. We watched Shawn and all the girls walk up to the park, go through security and get situated on a bench. With Scott filming... we tried to get William to run up to the girls to say hi. He wouldn't go without me though, so I went with him. The girls started screaming and were so excited to see William. Angie just stared at me like she had no idea who I was. Once she realized it was really us she just said "Are you kidding me!?" and started crying!!! So of course- I cry too. (I cry over everything). We were all so excited to see each other and we were so happy that the big surprise worked!!!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Cars is his all-time favorite thing ever. EVER. I could have spent all day in Cars Town alone. He got to meet Mater and Lightning. He was so excited. His 2nd birthday is coming up soon- and of course it is Cars themed. That is my big project that I am working on now. I can't believe he is getting so big!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">This last week we lost a family member due to cancer. Scott's cousin Kevin (who married us) lost his beautiful wife Ellen. I have known the Kevin & Ellen Halladay family for many years because I grew up living in their neighborhood, being in their Stake and going to school with their kids. I always thought they were such a great family. When I was at Scott's family reunion party one year while we were dating- I was surprised to run into Kevin, Ellen, Eric and Bree! I didn't realize that they were family. (Scott and I lived about an hour away from each other) Anyway, Ellen was always so sweet and kind to me. And I have always felt so close to Kevin since he married Scott and I. Both of these people and their kids are amazing. My heart breaks for their loss. I can't imagine how they are feeling or what they are going through. I am happy that Ellen is free from her suffering, but she is missed. I will always remember her kindness and beauty. We love you Ellen and Kevin!</span>Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-44454861338733528292013-01-06T12:39:00.000-08:002013-01-06T12:39:17.953-08:00Here's to 2013!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">In other William news... I have found so many great ideas for his room, the playroom (in progress soon) and just all sorts of kid things on PInterest. I have seen these rain gutter bookshelves a million times and just LOVE the idea. So this is the space we had to work with in his room:</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">And thanks to Scott for all his cutting and posting... here are the infamous rain gutter book shelves! I absolutely love them and so does William. This is his favorite spot. He loves grabbing all the books off the shelves and sitting in his cars chair (that he got for Christmas from Grammy & Pop Pop) and reading. I seriously find him in here all the time just taking it easy. So whoever thought this up and posted it all over Pinterest: THANK YOU!!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We did lots of fun things to celebrate the season. We went and saw all the lights at Temple Square in Salt Lake and that was really fun. I only took pictures on my phone... but it just so happened to be a warm, snow-free night. So my parents tagged along and we had a good time.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We didn't do too much for friend/neighbor gifts this year. I found a couple ideas on Pinterest and ended up making Lemon Buddies. (http://www.mychocolatetherapy.com/2012/01/lemon-chex-buddies.html) I thought these would be a nice change- it seems like everyone gets chocolate for Christmas. So this was a light and fruity change. We put them in ziploc bags and made cute holiday toppers like this as well: http://dcwvinc.blogspot.com/2011/04/note-on-kindness.html</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">For Christmas Eve we did our usual family party down in Orem. We ate pizza and lots of food. We opened up Pajamas and stockings that had the CUTEST gifts. We all got silver bracelets that had bird designs on them with an inscription on the inside that says "I love you with all my heart, Nana". We also got a blue glass bird as well. As most of you know- my Nana loved birds and so do I. These are such cute reminders of my Nana and I will cherish that always. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">After the party we went home and put William to bed. Then we got everything set up for Christmas. It was quite the sight. Little William isn't spoiled at all!! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">He loved the car until Scott pushed the gas petal. Then he was scared to death. So now he won't even go near it. Ha ha. I am thinking we will store it until his birthday in May and re-gift it. Does that make me a bad parent??? ha ha</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Scott got lots of items from the store called "The Art of Shaving". I think he is excited to use everything he got. I got some silver bird earrings from Tiffany's that I adore. We got lots of smaller gifts as well. We are so blessed and so spoiled. But, I think we all had a great Christmas. For Christmas Day we went to the Halladay's. We always get sooooo spoiled there too. William got a red flyer wagon with a canopy. He even screamed with delight twice when he opened it. (Luckily, Scott caught that on video). We got lots of treats and gifts. Our families are the best. My parents gave us a new vacuum- and it is awesome! I love it. They gave William lots of toys, clothes, and a mini chair for his reading corner and some trucks that he loves. His Aunt Bree spoiled him like crazy too with lots of clothes and blocks. One of his favorite gifts came from his cousin Kylee. It is one of those popper toys. He LOVES it. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">This season has been extremely tough for me. The Holidays are always a time of missing those who are not here anymore. I can't explain how much I missed my Nana. I miss her so much it physically hurts. I have never experienced such pain, loss and sadness. It is good to have such great family & friends around us, it helps with the pain. Thanks to everyone who made our Christmas so magical. Hope you all had great holidays as well.</span>Elisehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02091485601823672769noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5816062172865459729.post-57580390517579722482012-12-13T13:02:00.001-08:002012-12-13T13:02:58.197-08:00Whirlwind<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">I feel like I have been caught up in a whirlwind the last few weeks... Life has been flying by and I am trying to keep up with it. This fall was a lot of fun with William. Halloween was a blast- Thanksgiving was delicious and happy- and getting ready for Christmas has been fun. The best thing about this fall was William playing in the leaves. We have to rake our yard at least a couple of times due to our neighbors tree as well as our own tree. William LOVED playing in the leaves and having his Grandma Halladay pull him in the neighbors red wagon (which he is getting one of his own for Christmas!)</span></div>
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