Irvine Park

We went to the park yesterday with some friends- had a great time! My two girlfriends decided that moms are never in the pictures with anyone- because they are always taking the pictures. I agreed- I think we all have at least one shot of us with our littles.

Not a big bird fan myself- Elliott doesn't particularly care for them either. While we were feeding the ducks a peacock kept coming to get some food- E was looking over his shoulder to check on that peacock. Funny huh?

So proud- riding on this horselike thing at the park.
This park is BEAUTIFUL. It really is one of our best.

Shadow

Not the best photo in the world- but I love and adore this face. I simply like this one because of his shadow.

Brown Noseing

Need I say more?
Okay- I will clarify my child's actions- wrestling. Scott (my brother-in-law) gets down on the floor practically every Sunday night after we all have dinner and it is a crazy free for all. Seriously- it is hilarious. The kids just go at him from all angles- ha! Literally I guess! So when I caught this lovely action shot- I couldn't resist, it was too funny! Those of you who really know us can really appreciate this one!

Basketball

We got E a little basketball hoop and ball. He loves it- he is pretty good at it too!

Happy 30th Madeleine!!!

Welcome to your 30's. I happily welcome you to my new club. So far- so good. I have decided that my 30's will be amazing- I intend to make them so- I am sure yours will be the same! Have a wonderful birthday! I adore you!

Player Piano

Craig's mom has a player piano. We had it playing the other night- no kidding these pictures can take you there with us! The kids go berserk! They love it! I love all of their faces and how into it they are! Someone usually ends up getting hurt and we have to stop- but this night- we only stopped to have birthday cake for Luke. Happy 1st Birthday Luker!

Bowling Take Two

We went bowling again- it was pretty funny! This time, we had to rent shoes for the kids- totally hilarious to see these tiny feet in these cool bowling shoes. It was so fun! Every time E hit any pins at all he would do this pose swooping his arm up in the air and say "Yesssssssss".
I adore him.

Grumpster

Elliott has been having some GRUMPY mornings these last few days. Who knows why- I know many of you can not possibly imagine this. However-this morning Craig said "Sorry that I am leaving you with him like this...". Let me tell you, it was a treat! So I decided to go silly on him and make a photo session out of it- so I told him "Elliott- get more grumpy so I can get a picture of it" first time- didn't work. Second time- he faked it. Third time- I won. I got him to exit the grumpy mood and start being happy. A few minutes later he announced- "I happy". We'll see what tomorrow brings us.

Pirates are taking over

We went to the Disney Store the other night to get some "pirate booty" for E to play with and the first thing he walks to is Captain Hook's hat. He had tried it one time before and loved it- he had totally remembered it and that is what he wanted to play with there. It is funny to me- of all of the toys and such that are there- E chose the hat. He never stops surprising us!

Wrestle Mania

One of my favorite things in the whole world is watching Craig and the E dog take each other down. Seriously- Elliott runs up to Craig and says- "Let's wesle" and it begins. It usually ends up in a tickle fest with El laughing hysterically. One of my bests! (Thank you "Charlie and Lola")

Maui, Hawaii

We were so lucky this last week to have spent a few days in Hawaii. Craig's office had their partner meeting there- this is where all of the partners and their wives get together. We had a great time! It was the first time we have ever really left Elliott. He stayed with Aunt Shelly (total supermom) and had a great time.

We got a chance to go back to a spot were we stayed on our honeymoon and sit on the hammock one last time. They are going to tear down the hotel soon- so we were glad to be able to be there one more time and take a few pictures that we had taken almost 9 years ago. Time flies!

It was a great week- one that will never be forgotten.

Zip Line Madness

If you have never zip lined- you are really missing out. While on Maui we were able to do it and had the best time. The first few were a little wussy but the last couple were incredible! Something I hope to do again!

Whales

We went on a whale watching trip while in Hawaii also. It was truly AMAZING!!! We felt so lucky to have been able to see such beautiful creatures. It really was one of those moments when I remember how incredible the creation is.
We happened to be in the middle of a little fight between to male whales wanting the affections of a female whale. All three of them kept swimming under our boat and coming up on the other side and doing all of the things whales do. All three of them were right under our noses for about 45 minutes solid. It was awesome!

For Evaly

This tagging thing is a new concept I am not used to- here you go!

Available or not: Married
Best friend: Craig
Cake or pie: Cake
Drink of choice: Water (I know, so boring)
Essential items used daily: Stereo, toothbrush (I am a little OC about it), lotion, mascara and Elliott’s books.
Favorite color: White (I know not a color- but still)
Gummy bears or worms: Neither- not a fan.
Hometown: Twin Falls, Idaho
Indulgence: At present anything I do when E is at his little preschool- probably the gym, a yoga class or going shopping.
January or February: February (Since I no longer am working in a floral shop- I quite like Valentine’s Day)
Kids and names: Elliott
Life is incomplete without: Craig, El and our families.
Marriage date: August 1, 1998
Number of siblings: 4
Oranges or apples: Apples
Phobias or fears: Claustrophobia, holding my breath and my hatred of hospitals.
Quote (favorite): At present I have a few- here are 2-
Aristotle said- The beauty of the soul shines out when a man bears with composure one heavy mischance after another, not because he does not feel them, but because he is a man of high and heroic temper.
And (Thank you Craig- This one just makes me smile)
Richard Feynman (Whoever he is) said-
Science is like sex: sometimes something useful comes out, but that is not the reason we are doing it.
Reason to Smile: Almost everything Elliott does- however, he is so polite in the morning- when he wakes up he either knocks from the inside of his door until we go get him or he knocks softly on our door and says “Hello? Anybody there?”- I love it! It is quite a pleasant way to wake up.
Season: Winter- love the air (there is just something about getting bundled) and the feeling in the air.
Tag 3 people: Mandy, Karlea and Jennifer
Unknown fact about me: I really don’t like the water- just the thought of holding my breath- go figure.
Vegetables you don't like: Brussel sprouts
X-rays: Are you kidding me? Where shall I begin……………………???
Your favorite food: Right now- a really good artichoke or salad- something fuffy.
Zodiac sign: Sagittarius

Is there anything better?

We had a little aquarium escape on Monday- just the 3 of us. It was a great little outing where we let E tell us what he wanted to do. Of course- sharks.
A somewhat rainy morning turned into a beautiful day with my boys.
Is there anything better?
Not for me.

Cheese

The other morning while eating breakfast E was being so stinking silly- so I had to get the camera- all I said was "give me some cheese" and he performed like a star. So silly, so silly.

Pirate Fever

We had my sisters littles for a night last weekend. We really had a good time. The 3 of them are pirate CRAZY- especially when they get together. Pirate gun this, pirate sword that, etc. It is pretty funny- we had them do a pirate pose and this is what we got!

"I am going to work"

El really likes to get ready to go work or on the airplane. He finds various items around the house to "get ready"- My favorite at present? The shapes box he carries around like it is a brief case or suit case. He will go to the door open it up and say "Bye, Elliott's going on airplane" or "Bye, Elliott to work". I adore him.

What do you do with a scurvy pirate?

We are all about pirates these days- as are 90% of all little boys right now! It is so stinking fun! We make these silly faces with one eye open and try to sputter as many pirate sayings that we know- at present E's favorites are "Argh- ye scurvy pirate, walk the plank" and "Shiver me timbers". He is getting pretty good at the faces too. At first he would just close both eyes with a scrunched up face.
Thank you to- Jack Sparrow (E has no idea who he is except a cool pirate on the ride at Disneyland and a little toy figure) and the ever lovable Backyardagains. How did we all survive without the Backyardagains? They are fabulous!

Fuzzy Bear

We have this cute little book that Mandy (Elliott's Aunt) gave to us. Elliott loves sticking his face through the different little pictures. He was being so silly this particular day and so I got him to pose for a cute "fuzzy bear" moment. He is my guy. Like I have always said, never a dull moment around our home.