San Francisco

I arrived home last night at 1:40am just in time to see Nick for about 10 minutes before he left for work. I hadn't seen him in a week and now I'm 4 more days without him...it's sad.

San Francisco really was a treat though! Thanks Keena, Lanelle, and Leanne for the fun trip.

We flew in Friday at 8pm and went to dinner at Olive Garden and then found our hotel. Next morning we were off to the Pier 39, Lombard Street, Haight & Ashbury, and of course the one and only Golden Gate Bridge. It was beautiful!!

That night we ate at a diner called Mel's. It sure makes a mean Club Sandwich. After a great dinner we were off to Wicked.

Let me just say it was AMAZING!!! I would go again in a heartbeat.

Sunday we went to church and the Oakland temple. The rain was pouring and it was beautiful.

Alcatraz came next and absolutely loved it! I'm definately taking my little family out again.

I was glad to come home to sweet sleeping babies. Thanks Mom and Dad for taking care of them on Sunday night!

Ryan's Post

After seeing Drew's post Ryan wanted one as well. I asked him what he wanted it to say and this was his reply.

"Just say I Love You".

Well Ryan I do Love You! More than you'll ever know.

P.S.
Thanks for potty training Drew. That scored major points!

HOORAY!!!

It's Official!! Drew is fully potty trained!!
It was actually very easy.

Step 1.
Ryan takes Drew into the bathroom and shows him how it is done.

Step 2.
Ryan has Drew try.

Step 3.
Give Drew his choice in underwear.

Step 4.
Drew has Ryan join him a few times just to make sure he is doing it right.

Step 5.
Done.

This is one of those moments in a mom's job where the reward is tremendous!! I am so thankful for Ryan who gave Drew the confidence to try.

He has only 1 accident in a whole week!! That time he got poop on his hands and it scared him so badly that he was in hysterics. Well it hasn't happened again!

We are off to WalMart (his favorite store) to get him his big treasure for being trained for a whole week! I think it's going to be a Leapster like Ryan but I'll let him pick. I just asked him what he wants it to be and he said "A little Vacuum." Hmm...we'll see how it goes.

Now I"m off to San Francisco with Keena to see Wicked! I'm thrilled!

Happy 20th Mia!!

It's my baby sis' 20th today!! She had a silly hat party and people sure got creative! Hope it was a great one Mia!

And So

Today is Valentines Day.

I LOVE Nick.

I LOVE Ryan.

I LOVE Drew.

I LOVE Liv.

I'm glad we have a day to tell people we love them. No chocolates or flowers needed here...just a genuine I love you.

This Face....

Enough Said...

I'm A Mean Mom

Before




After


I had her ears pierced! I love it...she only cried for a few minutes. All is well now!

25 Things About Me

1. I have walked across a hot bed of coals barefoot.

2. I passed a polygraph test.

3. Cereal is not just a breakfast food in this house.

4. I had my first child without an epidural.

5. I love TV. Lost, The Office, CSI Las Vegas, Family Guy...the list goes on.

6. I have broken a board with my fist.

7. I dream of going to Paris. I would love to sit at a cafe and people watch.

8. I think I have an off sense of humor.

9. One of my biggest pet peeves is when someone answers their cell phone when they can't talk. Just let me leave a voicemail!!

10. I have a not so secret celebrity crush on Gerard Butler and Brandon Flowers.

11. I hate canned or bottled Dr. Pepper. Fountain only please!

12. I CANNOT pass up any kind of Sugar...I'm working on that.

13. I spent my 16th birthday in Edinburgh Scotland at a Military Tattoo. Awesome!

14. I love to travel and have plans to visit many places!

15. I will skydive one day.

16. I have a permanent baby molar.

17. I have no artistic ability whatsoever. Drawing, crafting...not my thing.

18. I love to read.

19. When I say I like any kind of music I mean it. There are no exceptions. I just prefer some over others.

20. I've met "The Miz" who has his own action figure.

21. I LOVE live music and can't turn down a concert.

22. Giraffe is my favorite animal and print.

23. I married my best friend.

24. I lost my first wedding ring and still miss it.

25. I love the rain and thunder. I want to live in Washinton state one day.

Pay It Forward

The Rules
1. Be one of the first Three (3) bloggers to leave a comment on this post, which then entitles you to a handmade item from me.

2. Winners, you must post this challenge on your blog, meaning that you will Pay It Forward, creating a handmade gift for the first 3 bloggers who leave a comment on YOUR post about this giveaway!

3. The gift that you send to your three Friends can be from any price range and you have 365 days to make/ship your item. This means you should be willing to maintain your blog at least until you receive your gift and have shipped your gifts. And, remember: It’s the Spirit and the Thought That Count!

4. When you receive your gift, please feel free to blog about it, sharing appropriate Linky Love!
If you are not one of the Top Three Commenters on this post, you can still play along. Post it on your blog; start your own Pay It Forward chain, and encourage your blogging friends to do the same!

I will leave a list of names who were the first 3 on my blog as soon as I receive them!
I have no clue what it is I will make you, lets see who the winners are first