Whitney's birthday started early. We had to be in Herriman a 9a for Braxton's baby blessing and after was the luncheon which turned out quite nicely. Later that night we had everyone over at the Evans for cake and ice cream. Whit was loving her party. She was thrilled that she had more presents to open. Sadly I think her birthday ended up having more gifts than Christmas. I saved a little too much for the birthday and a long with every one's gifts-there was a lot! She loved all her presents, but I think her favorite was the Tinkerbell toy on her cake, Barbie movie, and the 3 wheeler she got. Oh and the candy from her cousins-she LOVES candy! It was a fun day for her. I just cant believe she is 2 already! I think for her birthday I will make a tribute to her by writing all the things I just LOVE about her. Someday when she's older I'll have her read it.
Whitney is.....
so sweet with her brother. I can tell already what a good little mother she will be. I love how excited she is every time she hears the door unlock when Russ comes home. She always turns her head, eye opened wide, and says...."Daddy's home...OOhhhh!"-then runs to the door to greet him. I love that every time that Barney song comes on she comes over hugs and kisses me and brother, and sings- I love you.....you love me. Best part is when she says it looking into your eyes. She is so affectionate. She's also a big helper. She is always wanting to clean when I clean and helps throw things away. (Even the things you don't want thrown away, like her cloths--I still cant find her pink pants....I think I have a pretty good idea where those ended up.) I love that Whitney loves to sing. All day long she is singing and it amazes me how many songs she knows. (I have to thank Barney and Nursery for that one) Whitney is very smart. Already just turning 2, she knows 12 of her letters, the alphabet song, she counts to 10, only confusing 7,8,9 out of order and knows a few of her colors. You can really tell she likes to pay attention and learn new things. She loves reading books. She wont let you put her to bed until she has read a couple of books. Sometimes in the middle of the night she gets up and cries at the door.....mama a book....pwease...a book-Of course its "No, go back to bed"... cause Mommy is way too tired. I love that she knows the system with going potty in the toilet and treats received for doing so. She pee's a little, waits a little while, pee's a little more....and so one. That way she gets more treats every time-I think I need to start giving stickers instead. I think my most favorite thing about Whitney is, she loves to pray. She always reminds us to pray during dinner-she's ready before the food gets on the plates! She folds her arms and is reverent every time there is a prayer. She also tried to mimic the person praying with her mumbles. Very cute! What a sweetheart she is! I hope she will always stay that spiritual!! LOVE YOU WHITNEY!
Friday, January 14, 2011
NEW YEARS!
This New Years 20011- We went over to Evan's house and played games all night and watch the new Robin Hood movie, which by the way I thought was pretty good. It was fun to hang out with Grammy, Pop Pop, Chris, Mark and Mickelle! Luckily Whit and I were feeling a lot better which made the night pleasant! We had a sleepover and the next day just hung out and relaxed. It was Papa Steve's birthday and everyone went out sledding. We were sad that we didn't go-it was a little too cold for Paul, and for us sick O's. But relaxing and napping wasn't too bad a way to start off a new year. Russ took Whitney out to pick out a cake and ice cream for her party. This whole week she's been asking for presents since Christmas was Oh so FUN! She has really been into Tinkerbell, Nemo, and of course yours truly.. Barney. She decided on a Tinkerbell cake! Good choice I think. Later that night we went and finished delivering our holiday treats to our friends-yes once again, pathetic Christmas, but better late than never right???
Tis the season.....
...to be snotty, and coughing with fevers, and headaches, and soar throats....
CHRISTMAS morning: Whit, Paul, and I came down stairs to see what Santa had brought us! (Russ was video taping of course) Whitney was so excited and LOVED opening her presents, and helping brother with his. Thanks to hand me down toys, Santa barely spend any money on Christmas and had a tree full of gifts!
This year was fun because Whitney really got into it! I just love watching her excitement with every gift and toy. Even the cloths were thrilling. I can't believe how fast she is growing up. It's also so neat to have this new addition to our family. Whitney sure loves her brother and has so much fun with him. It will be so fun to see him when he's bigger and able to play with his sister. Families really are what life is all about. I am truly blessed to have a great little family!!
For Christmas Russ got me a great gift. He gave me a darling card with a nice note of love, a coupon for 2 new outfits-which is needed, and a check for 285,000 dollars! Now before you get too jealous, I'll have you know that sadly I can not cash it...but what a fun way to give the gift of a house! We should be breaking ground in the middle of January!! EXCITING!
That day we were well enough to go see my mom and family for a bit and go to enjoy the Evans family party. It was so much fun! I went half way through the night without coughing up a lung. The other half wasn't so pretty-but we made it through Christmas. Whitney seemed pretty good the whole night which is the most important anyway. Christmas eve was a little boring since we just sat on the couch watching TV. But over all, we're glad that we were well enough to enjoy.
By the way, I would like to apologize for not getting out Christmas cards this year. Sadly our little picture with the kids and Santa wasn't given to us till the week before Christmas and I don't need to remind anyone about the kind of state I was in then....so here is a little LATE Christmas greeting from us to you!
We hope you all had a WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS!
CHRISTMAS morning: Whit, Paul, and I came down stairs to see what Santa had brought us! (Russ was video taping of course) Whitney was so excited and LOVED opening her presents, and helping brother with his. Thanks to hand me down toys, Santa barely spend any money on Christmas and had a tree full of gifts!
This year was fun because Whitney really got into it! I just love watching her excitement with every gift and toy. Even the cloths were thrilling. I can't believe how fast she is growing up. It's also so neat to have this new addition to our family. Whitney sure loves her brother and has so much fun with him. It will be so fun to see him when he's bigger and able to play with his sister. Families really are what life is all about. I am truly blessed to have a great little family!!
For Christmas Russ got me a great gift. He gave me a darling card with a nice note of love, a coupon for 2 new outfits-which is needed, and a check for 285,000 dollars! Now before you get too jealous, I'll have you know that sadly I can not cash it...but what a fun way to give the gift of a house! We should be breaking ground in the middle of January!! EXCITING!
That day we were well enough to go see my mom and family for a bit and go to enjoy the Evans family party. It was so much fun! I went half way through the night without coughing up a lung. The other half wasn't so pretty-but we made it through Christmas. Whitney seemed pretty good the whole night which is the most important anyway. Christmas eve was a little boring since we just sat on the couch watching TV. But over all, we're glad that we were well enough to enjoy.
By the way, I would like to apologize for not getting out Christmas cards this year. Sadly our little picture with the kids and Santa wasn't given to us till the week before Christmas and I don't need to remind anyone about the kind of state I was in then....so here is a little LATE Christmas greeting from us to you!
We hope you all had a WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS!
Girls Day Out
Right before Christmas I had a lunch date with all my old girl friends. We had Jessica (Russ' cousing) staying at our house which saved me because she watch the kids while I went to go play. Whit was sick so it was nice that she could be at the house to stay in bed and just be home. Being out with them brought back lots of memories and fun times. Man I miss hanging with them-we need to do it more often-
Well that night it hit me....BAM, literally the real FLU-influenza, hit me like a ton of bricks. Whit and I were so sick for 2 1/2 weeks. The whole week of Christmas, you know the time when you get the last minute things you need (like stocking stuffer's and presents for your husband)...ya didn't happen. Russ went out and bought things for his own stocking, along with the rest of the family's, and even his own Christmas present. Well technically we weren't suppose to get each other anything because we bought ourselves a house-which is a much needed and over due present I must say! THANK YOU SANTA for that one!! WHOO WHOO! So sadly Russ only had one or two things to open under the tree. No surprises. Christmas could have been a little better, but thankfully Whit was feeling perky enough to enjoy opening her presents. Sadly last year Whit was sick and didn't open any presents, so I'm hoping being sick on Christmas doesn't become a tradition.
Well that night it hit me....BAM, literally the real FLU-influenza, hit me like a ton of bricks. Whit and I were so sick for 2 1/2 weeks. The whole week of Christmas, you know the time when you get the last minute things you need (like stocking stuffer's and presents for your husband)...ya didn't happen. Russ went out and bought things for his own stocking, along with the rest of the family's, and even his own Christmas present. Well technically we weren't suppose to get each other anything because we bought ourselves a house-which is a much needed and over due present I must say! THANK YOU SANTA for that one!! WHOO WHOO! So sadly Russ only had one or two things to open under the tree. No surprises. Christmas could have been a little better, but thankfully Whit was feeling perky enough to enjoy opening her presents. Sadly last year Whit was sick and didn't open any presents, so I'm hoping being sick on Christmas doesn't become a tradition.
What a pain it is....
...to update blogs. I just need to give myself more me time to blog-seriously.
Well, THANKSGIVING was quite fun. We were with the Evans this year and had a fabulous dinner. Love turkey day, basking in all it's yummy-ness, and hanging out having fun with family. I have to be honest-I don't hate my in-laws. Shocking I know!! I really have a lot of fun with Russ' family and very rarely do I get sick of them. Everyone just bring something different to the table that's entertaining and fun. Whit sure had a lot of fun hanging with all the grand kids. Its nice to see her out of that stage, playing more with kids and not being such a mama's girl. Paul is such a delight-barely remember that he's there because he is such a good baby! Well this year I was a little cheater. I did not make a thing, just bought a Costco pie (which are the best by the way-No way could I make a better pie than that!) I'm not too worried though, I have many years to come where I'll be domestic.
Well, THANKSGIVING was quite fun. We were with the Evans this year and had a fabulous dinner. Love turkey day, basking in all it's yummy-ness, and hanging out having fun with family. I have to be honest-I don't hate my in-laws. Shocking I know!! I really have a lot of fun with Russ' family and very rarely do I get sick of them. Everyone just bring something different to the table that's entertaining and fun. Whit sure had a lot of fun hanging with all the grand kids. Its nice to see her out of that stage, playing more with kids and not being such a mama's girl. Paul is such a delight-barely remember that he's there because he is such a good baby! Well this year I was a little cheater. I did not make a thing, just bought a Costco pie (which are the best by the way-No way could I make a better pie than that!) I'm not too worried though, I have many years to come where I'll be domestic.
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