Not Fun Being Sick

This last weekend, Ryan and I were so excited to get out of the valley and go to Snowflake. We were going to stay with his sister and go to 2 wedding receptions. I had to sub in an all day kindergarten class so we left when I got home. I don't know how those all day K teachers do it. I was tired. Dallin seemed happy during the day and took a good morning nap. As we left, Dallin's little cough turned into a deep, something to worry about cough. But, he did really well on the car ride. He took a 45 min nap in the middle and watched 1 baby einstein movie. He was a big boy through it all. When we got to the reception and got Dallin out, he had a fever. I just hoped a good night's rest was what he needed. He was happy to be free from his car seat at the reception. When we got to Lindsay's house and unloaded our stuff, Dallin started to cry and his voice seemed deep and hoarse. Ryan and I looked at each other- oh no! We gave him motrin and got him down by 8:30. An hour later he was awake and not happy. It was finally midnight when we got him back to sleep. I was sure he would sleep in till at least 8 but sure enough at 5:40 he was awake. Poor guy!! When he only slept for 30 minutes at 8:30 that morning we decided to pack up and leave. Our 48 hour trip turned into a 15 hour trip. He was really good on the drive home though. He watched einstein the whole way but would only sleep for a few mintues.

My poor guy on the way home! We were all glad to be home!!

We did lots of snuggling at home. It was hard for Ryan because all Dallin wanted was for me to hold him. He would turn if Ryan put his arms out.

We took him to Twilight hours at our doctor on Sat. Dallin ended up with croupe. It's a virus and a bad cough. His fever finally broke Sat night. We were so glad for that.

His blanket has always been by his side since he has been sick. He likes to play with the tag and I guess he even likes it in his sleep. We found him holding the tag last night. Whatever makes our little guy happy!!

On our way home from Snowflake, we stopped to see the snow. This was the first time Dallin saw snow. He didn't care much about it. He touched it and then went back to watching einstein.

We brought a cooler home filled with snow for Kennedy. Her and Hadlee had so much fun with the snow. When their dad came home they even had a snowball fight!!

I Love Ryan

I LOVE RYAN BECAUSE . . .

He holds and honors his priesthood.

He worries about me.

He knows when to give me a hug.

He loves to snuggle (so do I).

He likes to help cook dinner.

He looks at me and says "Hi Beautiful" all the time.

He takes the garbage out.

He sends me texts to just say I love you.

He gets my door for me.

He has a huge heart.

Thanks honey for loving me and being you! I love you so much! I can't imagine my life without you! Happy Valentine's Day to all of our friends and family. I have to say Happy Single's Day to a few. We love you all. Thanks Hadlee and Kennedy for the cupcakes and goodies.

Weird Things

WEIRD THINGS YOU WOULD NEVER KNOW! (But do now...)

A shrimp's heart is in its head.

Rats multiply so quickly that in 18 months, two rats could have over a million descendants.

Wearing headphones for just an hour will increase the bacteria in your ear by 700 times.

If the government has no knowledge of aliens, then why does Title 14, Section 1211 of the Code of Federal Regulations, implemented on July 16, 1969, make it illegal for US citizens to have any contact with extraterrestials or their vehicles?

23% of all phtocopier faults world-wide are caused by people sitting on them and photocopying their butts. (WHOOPS! I meant bums).

A pregnant goldfish is called a twit.

Horses can't vomit.

On average, 100 people choke to death on ballpoint pens each year.

35% of the people who use personal ads for dating are already married.

Women blink nearly twice as much as men.

It's physically impossible for you to lick your elbow.

It's possible to lead a cow upstairs, but not downstairs.

No word in the english langauage rhymes with MONTH.

The electric chair was invented by a dentist.

If Barbie were lifesize, her measurements would be 39-23-33. She would stand 7 ft. 2 inches tall.

The cigarette lighter was invented before the match.

P.S. Ryan did try to lick his elbow.

Happy Birthday

Last night we went to Chuck E. Cheese for a fun birthday party. Thank you Scott and Marjorie for the food, fun, and everything that you did! Happy Birthday My Boys!!

Nathan turned 5 on Jan. 31 and just got into kindergarten. Yea!

Andrew turned 4 on Jan. 16. He didn't want to look away from his game.
I guess I didn't get a picture of Brandon. He turned 1 on Feb 2.

As you can see, Dallin had lots of fun. He loved the car games and never wanted to let go of the steering wheel. Another boy was waiting patiently for Dallin to be done playing with the steering wheel. He never played the game just the wheel. I finally had to peel off Dallin's fingers so the other boy could play. Let's just say Dallin wasn't happy with me. Poor guy! We need to find one he can play with at our house.

Dallin had lots of fun with his cousins. This is Mason and Carter, the twins. They always are cute in their matching outfits.

My Boys

I just love my two boys! They both make me so happy. I wake up each morning feeling so blessed because of them!! I love this picture of my boys!!

Dallin's new tricks

We can no longer just keep our toilet lid down. That used to be all we had to do to keep little hands out of the water. Now, our little man has figured how to lift up the lid and hold it while getting his other hand in the water. It didn't take him long to figure it out. I laughed as I had to call Ryan to tell him. Dallin would put his hand in the water and then look at me with this look like "Haha I figured it out." Our little man is so smart!!

Dallin used to love to play with Ryan's lunch box and push it around. One afternoon Ryan and I were talking and looked down. Dallin had gotten the lid completely off and was pulling all of the things out. We had to laugh!!

Happy 50th

Last Saturday the Farrs had a big celebration for Gary and Stacey!! Stacey turned the BIG 50 last Dec and Gary will turn the BIG 50 Feb 15. We celebrated their day in the middle in January. It was fun to chat with lots of family and friends. Good job all those that planned this fun night! Happy Birthday Gary and Stacey!!

We made cupcakes for the party. As you can see, I had to get Ryan. It was too tempting. He was even really nice and didn't smash one in my face. I was waiting for that. Love ya honey!!

Wendi and Matt

Wendi and Matt were sealed in the temple on Sat., Jan. 19. It was a beautiful day. I can't believe little Wendi is married and she found an amazing guy!

Go Cindi go! Cindi was Wendi's wedding planner and Julie was her right hand woman. Amy and I did what was needed to help out wherever. The reception was perfect. Good job ladies!!

Nathan and Andrew were styling in the outfits. As you can tell they didn't want to smile for me! I love my boys!!

Wendi and Matt at the reception. I was the one that was so lucky to pin all of those flowers on the material for the arch. I thought I did a pretty good job!

Of course, our little man found the cake and got a hand in it. He really wanted to play with the whole piece but I wouldn't let him.
We had so many people help us on Wendi's day. Thank you to everyone. Thanks Aunt Linda and Uncle Jerry for all the help in the kitchen! It was a really nice day and the week wasn't too stressful but I wasn't Cindi. Fantastic job Cindi!!

Our Curious Little Man

Our Fun Holidays

Dallin loves his new play table he got from Nana. He likes the music and lights!! Thanks Nana!

Dallin is helping Ryan with our new ice cream maker. It was lots of fun!

Grandma had a little Christmas tree just Dallin's size.

Dallin didn't care much for unwrapping his presents. He would rather play with the paper. Next year will be more fun!

After a fun Christams morning, Dallin fell asleep on the drive home. I tried to keep him awake but he had too much fun at Nana's house.

We had a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We had lots of fun all weekend long. For New Years, we had fun playing games and enjoying each others company at my parents home. Ryan didn't win very much at poker. Dallin got a new upper tooth for New Years. No wonder he was clingy to me the weekend before. Now Dallin has 4 upper teeth and 3 lower teeth. They just keep coming. We received many blessings in 2007 and had a wonderful year. We are excited for 2008!!