Saturday, April 25, 2015

Jack's 4th Birthday

I know I say it every year, and I will continue to say it every year, but I cannot believe how fast birthdays come. In some ways, I feel like Jack has to have been with us longer than four years, but then I realize how little he still is. Jack is such an absolute joy to our family. He always has a ready smile, loves hugs and cuddles, and absolutely idolizes his big brother Cole. At four years old, his favorite TV show is Wild Kratts (or anything to do with animals), his favorite toys are little animal replicas, and he wants to be a veterinarian when he grows up. Do you see the theme? 

For his birthday, I made Jack hold on to one of the onesies he wore when he first came home from the hospital. I just can't remember him being that tiny. Every day I'm so grateful that he is such a healthy little boy.
That morning, we opened presents - including more animal figurines, of course. 
Then we went to the aquarium with Pa & Nana. Jack's choice, of course.
We had cake and ice cream at Pa & Nana's. I made the dragon cake upon his request. He wanted a "blue baby ice dragon that is cute, not scary." 
We also celebrated at the Thomsen's where he got this fabulous miner's helmet and light.
We are so glad that Jack is part of our family!  Happy 4th Birthday Jack-a-boo!

Saturday, April 18, 2015

This Soccer Business

We signed Cole up for spring soccer after he had begged us. In the past, he hasn't really seemed too interested, but it felt different this time. And while he certainly ran and tried a bit harder, we still saw the same results - Cole wandering up and down the field, a good 10 feet from the ball at all times.

One day, as Bryce was practicing with Cole, he noticed Cole being more aggressive and hustling for the ball. He asked why Cole couldn't do that at practice and games. Cole responded that he didn't like the coaches telling him what to do.

Sigh.

And we're done with soccer.  Although he does look pretty cute in that uniform...

 
 

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Spring Flurry

Mid-April brought our last winter snow flurry. The boys were only too happy to head out to make a snowman and sled down our baby hill.


Sunday, April 12, 2015

Argggh

He's supposed to be a "scary pirate." I mostly just want to smush those cheeks.

Wednesday, April 8, 2015

The Tongue

Uh oh. It looks like this is a VERY serious art session. The tongue of concentration has made an appearance...

Sunday, April 5, 2015

Easter 2015

Easter is always a fun time of year. The spring blossoms are beginning to come out, and everyone is getting excited for the summer. 

We started out our weekend with dinner and an Easter egg hunt at the Thomsen's. Look at all those cousins!
On Sunday, Bryce and I had my parents, Aunt Carol, and Grandma Allen up for dinner. The boys enjoyed a second egg hunt (where they got more candy than Halloween!) and I enjoyed the company. It was a wonderful holiday.
 


Thursday, April 2, 2015

Mom & Cole Time

Having some time with each of my kids is always such a treat, and I learn so much about them when we are one-on-one. This time, it was Cole and I at the Museum of Ancient Life. I love how smart, sweet, and fun this boy is. Never change!


Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Marshmallow Shooters

With the help of some PVC, some marshmallows, and good old-fashioned deep breaths, an amazing marshmallow battle began...
But it seems we are missing a soldier?

Oh yes. There he is. Eating his ammunition. Hold up, Jack, I'm coming to join you!