The Real Easter

Easter was ages ago. I know. And I already have a posting about Easter. But I realized I didn't have any pictures from Easter morning. That was because we'd forgotten our camera. So thanks to my dad for sending me multiple emails of these cute kids...here's my favorite pics from that morning.

What's not to love about sibling love? They love each other one minute, then are pulling on sister's hair or ripping toys out of brother hands the next, and then they're snuggling together in brother's crib.

And this is what Dexter does with ANYTHING in a basket, box, bucket, etc....just dumps it everywhere! I think he spent all conference dumping Easter baskets out...but at least it kept him entertained!

And while we were on our Easter egg hunt...Dexter became mysteriously quiet. He wasn't making a peep...because he found a Peep!!

Pure excitement. This is the face she pulled everytime she found an egg. It made Easter egg hunting so much better!!

The Bike Master

This girl is pretty incredible on her bike. My sister gave it to Savy a month or so back. The day we brought it home, she hopped on it and took off without the slightest bit of hesitation. And once we got her stunning pink princess helmet (sorry in advance, Dexter...you'll probably be sporting the same helmet in a few years), there was no place Savy couldn't go on her bike: the park we visit so frequently, her friends' houses, the back patio, and around and around our car. I've contemplated putting up an obstacle course for her, because she zooms around the strollers, shoes, skateboard, and other odds and ends to park her bike in the garage. I bet she could do it. And everytime I see her pedaling towards me, I think...when did my little baby get so grown up? Good thing I've got this chubster to baby for the next little bit. Wait...he's no longer a baby either. So sad how fast these little things grow...

Easter

Yeah, I know Easter was a few weeks ago, but these kids are too adorable to keep to myself! We had a great Easter weekend down with both families and were able to gorge ourselves on delicious food, sweet candy, and the words of our prophets and apostles. Wasn't it great having conference weekend on the same weekend as Easter? I honestly am a little excited to get my conference Ensign so I can study the talks again. Sometimes it seems as though they're speaking directly to me and answering the questions I've been struggling with. I love it!

...and I love these two!!

So devilishly handsome. And yes...those are white pants. He's worn them three times...and they're still white! We'll see what happens when he actually decides to start crawling.

What a great relationship. Dexter idolizes Savana and everything she does...he can't keep his eyes off of her and has an instant grin the minute she shows any interest in him. And Savy loves to hug, help, feed, maul, smother, and annoy her little brother. I love watching this relationship grow.

And this little girl is a constant entertainer. She had a blast searching for eggs and she'd let out a little squeal EVERYtime she found one!

And this is what she does best...hams it up for all around her!

Baby Animal Days

With the weather turning kind of warm (this was a few weeks ago before winter visited us again), we went to visit the American West Heritage Farm and see all the baby animals. We saw baby bears, baby cows, baby sheepies, baby goats, baby chicks, and baby ponies. Savy jumped in a bounce house and we all waited in an insanely long line to drive the choo-choo train in a circle. Eventhough Savy forgot she was potty trained (she was just too enthralled in what was going on around her to remember!), and Dexter was exhausted, we had a great time. And we ran into a few people we haven't seen in YEARS....so we were glad we went!

And what is an outdoor event without cotton candy? Savy was gracious enough to share her cotton candy with her mom and dad.

Savy started to get grumpy, so I had to convince her to be happy.

How did we get so lucky to have such a patient little boy? He sat contently in his stroller for hours. I love him.

Petting one of the baby cows. Savy was a bit hesitant at first, especially when the made noises at her, but she got close enough to pet a few.

My handsome boy, again.

And my beautiful little girl. She posed beautifully for us on this old tractor. It's great having kids so we have an excuse to go do those things we would like to do (like pet baby animals and ride choo-choo trains), but feel too old to do! Kids definitely make me act and feel younger!

April Fool's Snow

Outside is beautiful blue sun-filled skies. And that's the way it should be in the middle of April. But the first day of April came with a vengeance...and more snow then we've seen in any single snowstorm ALL winter. So Savy and I threw on our snow gear for the last time (hopefully) this season and built us a sweet snowman. At least Savy got one last chance to gorge herself on snow and throw herself around on the ground making snow angels...

...until next winter...

My Baby Boy

Not such a baby anymore. He's growing up. And with those huge, hazelish eyes, don't you just want to eat him up? Especially with his huge smiles and his little girly giggles...he's simply irresistible! He's rolling and twisting everywhere!! And even though Savy can be quite diligent in laying down a blanket for him, he's off of it in seconds. He eats everything, and has a taste for electronics and cords. He likes to get his groove on and will bounce or rock out the minute music is turned or his big sister begins singing "Happy Birthday." Dexter now knows how to get our attention, and will squeal or cry if he can't reach his toys. Still absolutely toothless. But his toothless grins are the best!!

My heart is wrapped around his little finger...which leaves me wondering....how many fingers can my heart be wrapped around?

Party like it's 1980!

We all can agree that the 80's were an awful time for clothing. So why are some of the style's coming back? Shanda didn't have to travel too far in the mall to find clothes that would suite the 80's theme. Her family came up for the weekend, and we left the chitlins with a sitter so we could go dance the night away at a friend's 80's birthday party. We looked ridiculous. And we danced ridiculously...but we had a blast. (It's so much easier to be a nerd and dance like a dork when nobody knows you and when you look hilarious.)

Can you even recognize these studly men or their hot dates?

Aside from dressing up, we had a great time with the Bezzants. Savy would wake up and ask about "my Bezzants" and would scream and jump up and down when Carter or Brexten wandered upstairs. I miss being close to my family, but it's nice, because when we do see them, we get to see them for days straight instead of just a few hours. Thanks Bezzants for coming to play!!