Costumes and FHV

Saturday we went trunk-or-treating at our church. The boys of course had a blast. Kiegan and Tate both have masks but because they weren't allowed we painted their faces. It was fun. I'll post a picture after Halloween with their masks. Thanks Kathy for making the wizard costume years ago. Jonah got so many compliments on it.

Yesterday I spent the day on one couch or another because of a headache. But I got lucky and the boys wanted to snuggle while watching Funniest Home Videos. Why is it that watching people fall or get hurt over and over again is so funny? It was nice to snuggle with the boys and all hang out. They are getting so big and won't want to much longer which makes me sad.

Ronan & Belle

I was so lucky to be able to watch our friends adorable little boy the other day and couldn't resist snapping some pictures of the babes. He is such a cutie. Ronan is 2 months younger than Belle and weighs more than her. When I look at Belle I think she is getting so big until she is next to another baby. She is such a little thing. I think her chubby cheeks and rolls throw me off. By the way her feet still haven't grown since she was born.

Highlights from Utah

It's been a couple weeks but I finally got around to making a video of our little trip to Utah. From family night at the Birch's with Dustin entertaining us with music and guitar playing, meeting the Haymond and the Steel cousins, to getting four generation pictures with Grandma Peterson and everything in between. It was a great week. I miss everyone terribly all ready. It was so great to see so many people we love. We definitely left feeling very loved. Thank you all!

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You are thoughtful and care very deeply for your family. A loving home is of great importance to you and you always try to make people feel welcome. Although you have a great capacity to love, you also have a great capacity to hurt, so at times you can be sensitive. You are firm when you need to be, people trust your judgement and appreciate the kind way you handle things.

The 10th day of the 10th month, 10 years later

4 kids, 4 states, 8 moves, and 10 years later, here we are. I love you more than life itself. Everyday I thank Heaven that you chose me. You are my soul mate, best friend, love of my life, and the best dad around. Thank you for putting up with me and all of my short comings. I love you. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY BABY!!!! I look forward to many many years to come.
(this song is for you)

Wendi

SISTER

noun,
1. a female offspring having both parents in common with another offspring; female sibling.
2. a female friend or protector.

3. having a close relationship with another because of shared interests, problems, or likes.

There are many definitions for sister. I listed a few but none of them describe Wendi good enough. She is beautiful, dependable, loving, kind, reliable, true, trustworthy, and most of all real. She is one of the best friends you could ever want or need. Last week is exactly what I needed. Perfect! We had such a good time together and I left feeling very.....

LOVED

adjective,

1. held in deep affection; cherished: much-loved friends.

2. a feeling of warm personal attachment or deep affection, as for a parent, child, friend, (or sister).

Thanks Wendi for having Belle and I at your house. I love you and your family so much. Thank you for entertaining and spoiling us. You are the best sister and friend any girl could ask for.

Meeting Calder

Here is our adorable new little nephew Calder. Kathy (Tony's mom) was staying with Raven while I was at Wendi's. It was perfect that we got to see her too. Grandma and her two newest babies.

We couldn't resist this picture. Calder's feet are already bigger than Belle's at 6 days old. He is definitely going to be tall like his dad. He is absolutely adorable. He is so mellow and his sweet little voice melts you. Congratulations Raven and Bryce you've got another keeper!

Happy Birthday Tony!!!!

Last night we celebrated Tony's birthday. Kiegan set up a little treasure hunt to find us hiding in the back room with the presents and cake. The boys picked some funny gifts which included growing monster capsules, a stuffed monster, Toblerone, stuffed gorilla, and fun pens and notepads from Tony's favorite show The Office. He asked for Chocolate Crazy Cake with cream cheese frosting and a spaghetti dinner. So we did it.
We love Tony so much and appreciate all he does for us. He is such a hard worker and he is constantly making us laugh. Happy Birthday we love you!!!

Sister time

I am currently in Utah this week with Wendi and we are having a blast. We are having SO much fun. She took me to my new favorite store Tai Pan not to be confused with my favorite restaurant in Seattle Pen Thai. I wanted to buy the entire store and the only thing stopping me was that I can't fit it in my bag. I love that place and wish we had one in Seattle. We made an adorable tack board for Ellie and then covered the piano bench in matching material. It turned out so cute.


Ellie, Jace, and I also made a spooky gingerbread house. It was so much fun. I love those kids. Belle is being smothered in love and adores her cousins. We will be going to meet her brand new little cousin Calder tomorrow (Congrats Bryce & Raven). Then off to meet Great Grandma and Grandpa and Uncle Shawn and boys. Wendi and I love to read books together and are reading The Secret Life of Bees. So far we are really liking it. We have been busy busy with fun. I will post more when I get home with tons of pictures.