flowers, bows, ribbons, tights and more

 as of May 14th we are going to be in need of these adorable booties....

that's right folks

we just found out today that we are expecting a girl

we couldn't be more excited!!

a few men i love

obviously dad is up there

and how could you not love grandpa?

this is a given

but i have a major crush on this one

Caption Friday

Sweaters and family

I love my boys.

I love wrapping up in warm sweaters...and layering.  It's so cozy.

I love the colors of fall.

I love my family, even if we are small for now.

I love shoes, and colorful ones at that!

Animal Encounters

We took Miles to the Zoo in Idaho Falls over the weekend. He was so cute talking to all the animals. He has really taken a liking to animals in the past couple weeks.

The zoo hasn't been that much fun since I was a kid.

Family Traditions

For Memorial weekend (I realize that I am behind a few weeks) all my family went up to Harriman State Park for some trail riding.

We had a BLAST!

(We are now in the market for one of these!) This was a new adventure for Mr. Miles. He loved the bike trailer (shout out to Allie for loaning us hers), but only when he was not strapped in. (Note: That boy has an issue with being tied down. I suppose it inhibits his free spirit.) The trails were not really compatible with a bike trailer, so it did make for a bit of a bumpy ride, which he wasn't fond of. So this is what he would do . . . He would fold himself over and fake asleep. A sign of surrendering I suppose. Just as soon as we would stop he would perk up and be fine. Poor guy. He did love being outside with so many new things to look at. He also enjoyed the ride when we were on the dirt road as it made for a smoother ride. All the adventures just wore the little man out. Thanks mom for watching him while we cruised another trail! Miles also loved playing in the water. I'm afraid that I have another water boy on my hand. (I really love this man!) I have to say I think we all really enjoyed the day. I think we should make this a new family tradition! (Steroid marshmellow vs. regular marshmellow) We can’t visit Idaho and not roast smores. My mom broke out the crazy marshmallow that have been injected with steroids or something, as I have never seen such enormous mellows in my entire life. They come in two shades of pink and white assorment. Only in Mexico can you find such as thing. Thanks go to Grandma Furness for finding such a find. They made ridiculous smores! That’s too much mellow for my liking. Miles somehow found one while I was not looking. Sneaky little man. The marshmellow is almost as big as his head. This is crazy. We also got to see this wonderful family TWICE! The girls loved the marshmellows equally as much as Miles. I suppose they make a great tea party treat! Miles is so adorable how he smells flowers. He simply opens his mouth and puts it close to the flower. Then he turns and smiles at us. He melts my heart.

Things we love. . .

We love our baths

We love mom and monkeyWe love playing at the park with dad We love the swing at Grandma and Grandpa's house We love Uncle Mike

We love Grandpa and his 4-wheeler

We love our teething biscuits

We love our life!

What do you love?

Easter Best

Here we are on Easter Sunday all dressed up ready to go. It was a beautiful day, and we realize just how blessed we are as a family.

We're thinking of getting Mr. Miles a newspaper route.

Who wouldn't want him to deliver their paper?

Photo Essay Update

You know it's time to update when your father, who isn't much for computers, is telling you that it's been too long since you last posted, and he needs to see new pictures of his Grandson.

This is just for you dad. . . a taste of what Miles has been up to. Miles is now wearing a tie to church just like dad. Okay disclaimer. . . A sweet lady in our ward, who I adore, gave us this,

therefore for her pleasure Miles wore this shirt to church.

Miles is turning into a bit of a computer nerd.

Hopefully he'll put it to good use and one day make millions. Miles loves carrots and sweet potatoes. Squash. . . not so much. This boy is a water baby.

He loves his bath, and soaking his feet after a long day.

He splashes and splashes those little pigs!Miles really is a happy and smiley boy. That smile of his melts my heart.

This boy is so funny. He is learning manners and crossing his legs when sitting.

It was my birthday and Miles half birthday a few weeks ago. This is cause for celebration and balloons. Miles was smitten by the balloons!

(Check out that metal mouth. Good news is you can no longer call me that! Where there once was metal you will find beautiful straight teeth. Photo on that one soon.)

Miles is sitting up so well now. He is getting up on one leg and desperately wanting to get around as much as possible. We may have a crawler on our hands soon. Oh boy we'd better prepare the house, not to mention ourselves.

What would you do for 5 bucks?

July 24th Festivies this year included a BBQ at the Young's and then it was off to the Bee's Baseball Game and firework show afterwards.

While at the BBQ my Aunt Amy brought the hit of the night . . . yummy homemade salsa from good old Harmons! Even though the label said mild, I could only handle one chip, as it was spicy enough to throw me into labor. Everyone was digging the salsa, and the entire bowl was devoured in about 20 minutes. As Amy stood there staring at the remaining 1/4" of juicy remnants, wishing for more, someone said . . ."I dare you to drink that." Amy chuckled . . . and she said it. Without hesitation Aunt Mauna said, "I'll give you $5." That's all it took. Amy tried to get bidding higher, but settled with the $5. Then she was off in a hurry . . . I had to stall her long enough to even get my camera.

After only 30 seconds, Amy had finished it off. Her eyes began to water and her face turned red, but she did it! You go Amy! Good thing Aunt Mauna had the cash on hand to pay up. I think Amy may need that for a bottle of Pepto Bismol.

Mark and I had a good time at the game, and we always enjoy the fireworks! It was extremely hot, so I had to literally peel myself out of the chair a few times and walk around. The guy at the concession stand even took pity on me and didn't charge me for a glass of ice water. Funny what a protruding belly will do for you.