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Backyard: Check! - We are LOVING having our back yard done! Dallas worked tirelessly and his brother Beau came from Logan several times to help us. We laid sod with the hel...
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Wilson Spooks
I looooooove Halloween. It coincides with how I only like the Shakespeare tragedies where everybody dies, and the fact that I could watch horror movies or Dateline Mystery for days on end. It's my dark side.
One day of dressing up isn't enough, so the past couple of years I've planned a Halloween party with my family. Besides the costumes on the kids AND adults, the highlight of the night was the scary story I told the kids where they got to feel the eyeballs, hair, veins, heart and warts of my dead witchy sister "Morticia" that was ripped apart by a werewolf. It was such a fun way to kick off the holiday season!
One day of dressing up isn't enough, so the past couple of years I've planned a Halloween party with my family. Besides the costumes on the kids AND adults, the highlight of the night was the scary story I told the kids where they got to feel the eyeballs, hair, veins, heart and warts of my dead witchy sister "Morticia" that was ripped apart by a werewolf. It was such a fun way to kick off the holiday season!
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Monday, October 22, 2012
Baby Sister
Going to the ultrasound with the family at Fetal Fotos was so much fun. Before we went I showed them pictures and a short video of an ultrasound online so that the kids knew what we were going to be looking at. I think it helped them understand a lot, and at the appointment even Annie was able to pick out her little feet.
These first shots of our baby are so precious. I look at them all the time and it makes me even more excited to meet her in a few months.
A girl! We're really having a girl. We're so lucky.
These first shots of our baby are so precious. I look at them all the time and it makes me even more excited to meet her in a few months.
A girl! We're really having a girl. We're so lucky.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Happy
Over the last couple of days I have realized how happy I am. We found out two days ago that we will be having our second little girl join our family. The news was a little bit shocking at first- I was certain it was a boy- but the news has brought us so much joy already. Knowing the gender of the baby always makes it more real for us; calling her a "she" and talking about all of the things we can't wait to teach baby sister about makes her a real part of our family.
When I was in junior high I remember frequently being asked the question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" The answer came out "teacher", but I always knew that more than anything I just wanted to be a mom.
Here I am. 28 years old, 2 beautiful children and one on the way, and I am living my dream. I realized that Dallas could go to school for the rest of our lives, I may never have an iPhone, I may only visit the Alps and Hawaii through a friend's blog, we could always drive old cars with creaky struts and squeaky brakes, and live in this apartment with a 10x10 back yard, and you know what? I would be happy forever. Heavenly Father has blessed me with those things that are most important: Family, friends, and a testimony of my Savior, Jesus Christ, and his true and everlasting Gospel.
I am happy because I know there is nothing else that I need. And I am so, so thankful.
When I was in junior high I remember frequently being asked the question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" The answer came out "teacher", but I always knew that more than anything I just wanted to be a mom.
Here I am. 28 years old, 2 beautiful children and one on the way, and I am living my dream. I realized that Dallas could go to school for the rest of our lives, I may never have an iPhone, I may only visit the Alps and Hawaii through a friend's blog, we could always drive old cars with creaky struts and squeaky brakes, and live in this apartment with a 10x10 back yard, and you know what? I would be happy forever. Heavenly Father has blessed me with those things that are most important: Family, friends, and a testimony of my Savior, Jesus Christ, and his true and everlasting Gospel.
I am happy because I know there is nothing else that I need. And I am so, so thankful.
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012
Family Photos
Dallas couldn't understand why I wanted to get family pictures this fall when in only a few months from now they would be outdated. I just wanted so badly to capture our family how it is NOW. Everything will be changing, but I love our little family of four, and I wanted to remember what it was like- just four of us.
So, we compromised. This time I took our pictures with the help of a self timer, and next year I'll be able to hire a real photographer. They turned out pretty well considering. I love these guys.
So, we compromised. This time I took our pictures with the help of a self timer, and next year I'll be able to hire a real photographer. They turned out pretty well considering. I love these guys.
Friday, September 28, 2012
The "I'm Pregnant!" Post
Baby #3, here we come!
It's hard to believe that I'm old enough to have children- let alone three of them. We are both excited and a little anxious thinking about being a family of 5. I'm sure it will bring on a lot of changes, but I'm excited to see how a new little one will fit into our family.
As of today, I am 13 weeks and at the beginning of my second trimester. This pregnancy has pretty much kicked my butt so far. A few complications, serious fatigue, and morning sickness have made me a couch parent the last couple of months and I'm so excited to be entering the second trimester and hopefully gaining more energy and less nausea filled days. It seems that no matter how well you think you remember how miserable that first trimester is- you don't.
Pregnancy amnesia is a real thing.
The kids weren't quite as excited as we thought they'd be. Well, that's not true. Annie is excited. She hopes it's a girl and has come up with names such as "I love you", "Baby Polka Dot", "Baby Sparkly". All tempting names, but I think we might go a different direction.
Will flat out told us that I wasn't actually pregnant, and that he is NOT excited for a baby. Spoiled much? Probably. He talks about the baby a little more kindly now and has even suggested the name "Ryland" for a boy- although it's not awful, I don't think he realizes that his Dad will have nothing to do with a name that is remotely "made up." Hello? His name is Will and his sister's name is Annie- the two most common names in the English language practically.
I do love being pregnant- in spite of its challenges. I feel its a real blessing to get to carry a child. There are so many that don't have this opportunity in this life, so I don't take it for granted. Thinking about the baby's heart beating, and fingernails forming, and nerves firing is all so miraculous. Each day brings a new step and I love reading all about it and soaking it up. I'm in no rush for April 5th (the due date) to get here. Time will pass so quickly so I want to just enjoy every moment and each new milestone.
That being said- Dallas can't wait to find out the sex of the baby, so we're probably going to be headed to Fetal Fotos in a few weeks to find out early. Stay tuned! If I were a gambling woman I'd bet my bank account that it was a boy, but we shall see....
For now, here is Three's first baby picture at 8 weeks- cutest gummy bear you've ever seen, right?
We announced the news to our families by giving this card to Will at his birthday party. It felt so great to get the news out! Not only because it's such a big part of our lives that we felt like we were "hiding" from everyone, but also because now people didn't wonder why I have a pot gut all of a sudden :).
The last two weeks I've been able to get back to running and it feels wonderful! Mileage is low and pace is slow, but it feels great to hit the road a few times a week. Hopefully the rumors are true that an active pregnancy makes for an easier labor.
It's hard to believe that I'm old enough to have children- let alone three of them. We are both excited and a little anxious thinking about being a family of 5. I'm sure it will bring on a lot of changes, but I'm excited to see how a new little one will fit into our family.
As of today, I am 13 weeks and at the beginning of my second trimester. This pregnancy has pretty much kicked my butt so far. A few complications, serious fatigue, and morning sickness have made me a couch parent the last couple of months and I'm so excited to be entering the second trimester and hopefully gaining more energy and less nausea filled days. It seems that no matter how well you think you remember how miserable that first trimester is- you don't.
Pregnancy amnesia is a real thing.
The kids weren't quite as excited as we thought they'd be. Well, that's not true. Annie is excited. She hopes it's a girl and has come up with names such as "I love you", "Baby Polka Dot", "Baby Sparkly". All tempting names, but I think we might go a different direction.
Will flat out told us that I wasn't actually pregnant, and that he is NOT excited for a baby. Spoiled much? Probably. He talks about the baby a little more kindly now and has even suggested the name "Ryland" for a boy- although it's not awful, I don't think he realizes that his Dad will have nothing to do with a name that is remotely "made up." Hello? His name is Will and his sister's name is Annie- the two most common names in the English language practically.
I do love being pregnant- in spite of its challenges. I feel its a real blessing to get to carry a child. There are so many that don't have this opportunity in this life, so I don't take it for granted. Thinking about the baby's heart beating, and fingernails forming, and nerves firing is all so miraculous. Each day brings a new step and I love reading all about it and soaking it up. I'm in no rush for April 5th (the due date) to get here. Time will pass so quickly so I want to just enjoy every moment and each new milestone.
That being said- Dallas can't wait to find out the sex of the baby, so we're probably going to be headed to Fetal Fotos in a few weeks to find out early. Stay tuned! If I were a gambling woman I'd bet my bank account that it was a boy, but we shall see....
For now, here is Three's first baby picture at 8 weeks- cutest gummy bear you've ever seen, right?
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Six = Ninjago Obsessed
Will turned six on Saturday- that means that his digits have moved to the other hand. What?! I don't know how this keeps happening. My kids are not very good listeners when I tell them to stop growing up.
Will is obsessed with all things Ninjago (a line of Lego brand toys), so it was no surprise that for his first real friend birthday party he wanted a Ninjago party. But where does that leave me? I'm not crafty or creative when it comes to this stuff!
I'll tell you where it left me.... with Google.
I found a gold mine of stuff and started working away. And when I say work, I mean it! I hand made Chinese lanterns, folded 30 Oragami ninja stars (that took 4 minutes a piece- yes I timed myself), made his birthday banner, party invitations, ten individually crafted Ninja headbands for each party guest, blew up 60 balloons, made two trays of kid friendly "sushi", designed game boards and Ninja codes.... Thank goodness Dallas gladly volunteered to head up the Ninja Training Obstacle Course. Needless to say, Dallas did more dishes this week than he has completed in our entire marriage, and I haven't done laundry in ten days.
Seriously. I need a nap.
It was all worth it on party day! Will had a perma-smile and the kids all had the greatest time at the party. When the family showed up that evening it was relaxing and fun and we genuinely had the greatest time together.
Happy Birthday my little Ninja!
The Ninjas: (Top) Julian Thomas, Beckham Carter, Lauren Hansen, Will, Tyler Hansen
(bottom) Annie, Alex Hansen, Ayden Sparks, Tobin Thomas
Will is such a good boy and is a really big helper for me. He is the best big brother and is always including Annie when he's playing with his friends. He is still a wonderful artist, but has been spending most of his time building with legos lately. Will loves kindergarten so much- I don't think he's stopped smiling since his first day. He is a great reader and really enjoys learning. We are so proud of him.
Will is obsessed with all things Ninjago (a line of Lego brand toys), so it was no surprise that for his first real friend birthday party he wanted a Ninjago party. But where does that leave me? I'm not crafty or creative when it comes to this stuff!
I'll tell you where it left me.... with Google.
I found a gold mine of stuff and started working away. And when I say work, I mean it! I hand made Chinese lanterns, folded 30 Oragami ninja stars (that took 4 minutes a piece- yes I timed myself), made his birthday banner, party invitations, ten individually crafted Ninja headbands for each party guest, blew up 60 balloons, made two trays of kid friendly "sushi", designed game boards and Ninja codes.... Thank goodness Dallas gladly volunteered to head up the Ninja Training Obstacle Course. Needless to say, Dallas did more dishes this week than he has completed in our entire marriage, and I haven't done laundry in ten days.
Seriously. I need a nap.
It was all worth it on party day! Will had a perma-smile and the kids all had the greatest time at the party. When the family showed up that evening it was relaxing and fun and we genuinely had the greatest time together.
Happy Birthday my little Ninja!
(bottom) Annie, Alex Hansen, Ayden Sparks, Tobin Thomas
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Things They Say
The kids love to watch "A Baby Story" with me. The other day after a particularly painful delivery, Will says, "I'm so glad I never have to go through that."
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