What Happens In Vegas . . .

Just got back from our wonderful annual girl's trip to Las Vegas. This time my sister-in-law Dawnelle got to join me, my sis and my Mom for all of the festivities. What can I say? We did all of the things that a group of ladies would do - movies, sightseeing, lounging by the pool, eating fabulous food and endless amounts of shopping. I missed out on a few things due to some pregnancy nausea, but overall, I had an incredible time. Please enjoy our goofy photos.






Barney's department store had these crazy window displays featuring some of the things that you could do with nylons, aside from wearing them on your legs like normal people.










Met Whoopi Goldberg and some other famous faces. Whoopi didn't have too much to say.:)






Spent far too long and far too much in Sephora. Love, love, love that store! I must be converting others, as everyone else spent more time than I did. Don't even get me started on the fabulous shoes in Vegas - just don't mention to Scott how many pairs found their way home.





The M&M store is always a lot of fun. The boys loved the little gifts I brought home.





We had a particularly fun time at the Cheesecake Factory. One of the managers (the man smiling in the picture) had a bit of a crush on my sister. After she told him that he had to impress my mother, he set out to do just that. The manager and our server both told my mom she was a VIP, and then they literally treated her like royalty. Dawnelle and I just enjoyed watching it all - very funny and very entertaining. Plus, the free cheesecake didn't hurt.:)






Miss the girls already!

Risky Business

The other day after church, Tate did his best Tom Cruise impression from the movie "Risky Business." Couldn't resist taking a picture. . .

Dreaming of a White Easter?

With all of the lovely snow we have had this "spring," Easter felt more like Christmas. Luckily, the boys were in great moods and did not let the weather dampen their spirits. We had Grandma Lana and Grandpa Ray in town for the holiday and the boys were nothing short of spoiled, and they loved every minute. The night before Easter, my Mom and I helped Miles and Tate dye the Easter eggs. They loved creating all sorts of new colors and putting stickers on everything in sight. My mom and I were able to keep the mess somewhat contained.





Who knew waxed paper could be so much fun?





The finished products . . .

Easter morning the boys were up and ready to go at an hour when most civilized people were still soundly sleeping. We awoke my sister from her deep slumber so that she could join us for the Easter morning festivities. The Easter Bunny had been by during the night and Miles and Tate had a blast searching high and low for all of the hidden eggs. Oddly enough, they did not glance twice at the handsome outfits the Easter Bunny left for them. Hmmm, boys!:)

Following the egg hunt, Scott surprised us all by whipping up a yummy pancake breakfast. It was a relaxing day and I got to take a much needed nap. Grandma Kaye and Grandpa Jon joined us for a really lovely Easter dinner. We all had a nice time visiting and playing with the kids.

The following Sunday, Miles and Tate got to wear their new Easter outfits. Neither one of them really cared, but I loved getting to see my dapper dudes all dressed up in their Sunday best . . . so very GQ.

Baby #3!

It's official - I am pregnant!!!!!

Here are the answers to the most common questions that I am receiving:
1) Yes, it was planned.
2) Yes, we are very excited.
3) Yes, Miles is thrilled. Tate could care less (until the baby actually arrives).
4) Yes, I have been extremely sick.
5) No, we do not care if it is a boy or a girl.
6) Yes, we will find out what we are having at 20 weeks. I am not capable of such restraint.
7) We are due October 24th.

Thanks for all of the support. We are really looking forward to our new addition and very excited that at nearly 40, Scott can still make this happen.:)

Running Behind

Since I haven't really posted much since Christmas, I figure I am long overdue. Here are a few of the highlights from the past couple of months.

Scott kept up his traveling ways and continued to win friends and influence people along the way. On a recent trip to Vegas, he met comedy duo Penn and Teller, and got a rare opportunity to meet former President Bill Clinton who was the keynote speaker at the conference.

Miles has been taking swimming lessons with his friend Cambria. Scott spends his time chasing Tate around the pool to try and keep him from getting wet.

Miles' preschool class went on a tour of Sweet's Candy Factory. It was fun to see how so many favorite candies were made, although Miles was so nervous about having an allergic reaction that he refused to sample anything that was offered to him. Tate, on the other hand, sampled plenty of items, making a big candy mess and almost getting us kicked out because he refused to keep his hair net on during the tour.

We went to the aquarium several times simply to get out of the house and beat the winter blues. We were very fortunate to have Grandma Kaye join us on one of the outings. One particular highlight occurred next to the shark tank. Miles saw several blue and yellow fish swimming amongst the sharks and couldn't resist shouting to the sharks, "Eat the fish! Eat Dori!"

Miles got to go skiing with his Dad for the first time and had a blast.

He also just completed the qualifications for his phoenix patch in karate.

Oh, how he loves having his picture taken.:)

Last week, I got to accompany Miles and his preschool class on their field trip to Macey's grocery story. We enjoyed getting to see all of the behind the scenes action.

I also got a surprise visit from my Mom this past weekend. It provided just the boost that I needed and the boys couldn't get enough of her. They followed her all over the house and monopolized as much of her time as they possibly could. We miss her already and are looking forward to her next visit.