Stylin

My future's SO bright, I gotta wear shades!

Happy Independence Day!

We started our celebrations on July 3rd, by attending Provo's balloon festival. James and Ellen were in awe, and kept saying how the balloons flew by magic. It was great fun, and amazingly beautiful.

James was very chipper for being awakened so early.
On the 4th we were part of the the Grand Parade. Anna and Sophia rode their scooters in wide circles to advertise their school Freedom Academy. I walked along with them, while James got to ride INSIDE the firetruck that doubled as our float. It was a lot of fun.

It was a great 4th of July. I love this country!

Ride That Potty Train Baby!

We have finally made it to the milestone every mother dreams about! That's right, after 10+ years of changing diapers I am finally retiring. Hallelujah! Ellen is a super potty trainer. In fact I would say this has probably been the easiest potty training I have ever done. Of course, that has everything to do with the fact that I am far more relaxed now, than when I trained Anna..Sophia...and James. Plus I have a new no stress, positive peer pressure method that is totally motivating to the unmotivated toddler and worry free to mom.

The ABC's

Ellen recently learned to sing her abc's. She is pretty proud of herself.

Super J

James has recently discovered the joys of T-ball. I have never seen him so enthusiastic about a game. It is really fun to watch him play.

Re-creation

Saturday Anna ran excitedly into the house, begging me to bring out the camera. When I made it outside I saw this. After taking the picture I mentioned to Anna how impressed I was that she was trying to recreate George Washington's crossing of the Delaware. Her response was utter amazement that I knew what she was doing. I guess Mom is just full of surprises.

Status Update

Where I am.

Where my brain is.