Cinco De Mayo

Today was truly a "Monday". I don't know what it is, but everyone around here is always so tired lately! By the time the afternoon rolls around the boys are practically begging for naps. 

Finley isn't typically a napper, but he was the first one to fall asleep after I suggested laying down with Ollie and I.

I totally spaced on our "Cinco De Mayo" celebration yesterday, so I made up for it today with quinoa chicken burrito bowls.

The fresh salsa and grilled chicken really makes the dish delicious! Even the kids enjoyed it after some convincing.

First Pears

Sawyer had his first taste of pears today and he loved it! It was so fun watching his expressions change when he took that first slurp off the spoon. He wouldn't let go of the spoon after that! I can't believe how fast he's growing up! 

Ollie-Lollie

Two year olds are the greatest!

Welcome May

The sun graced us with it's presence on and off today, but for the most part it was just cold and more cold. We enjoyed a slow morning playing toys and reading books. It's hard to believe we are beginning another month already! I'm still trying to figure out what happened to April. The highlight of my day today was watching the big kids color together at the table after school, singing at the top of their lungs to "The Greatest Showman" soundtrack and laughing together. When life gets messy, these are the moments that get us through!

Farewell April

The weather was pretty wild today! The wind blew relentlessly and the snow continued to Fall. 

Spring, where are you?

So I turned on the oven and baked some strawberry muffins to fill our tummies, because what else are you going to do in the middle of a snow storm in April?

Hyrum Turns Eight

Today Hyrum turned Eight! It's hard to believe that he is already so old. It's been a treat watching him grow and mature over these past few months. He has been an easy boy to raise so far and a great example to his younger brothers. He loves his hugs and touch is definitely his love language. I love the way he treats his siblings and friends. He is often the peacemaker in our home and has a special way of making everyone feel loved. His teachers adore him and he is a hard worker. He is really looking forward to his baptism next month and loves to do what is right. He has such an easy going personality and he is totally a people pleaser. I see a lot of me in him. He has a quiet nature and doesn't like to be the center of attention if he can help it. He quietly serves those around him and is such a blessing to our family! This year he helped me ice a three layer cake and requested words on top. It was simple, but made with love! Happy birthday buddy! We love you!

Sunday Snapshots

When I woke up today our bed was at capacity. I slept sandwiched between Joe and a cold Ollie. When I crawled out to nurse the baby early in the morning I noticed Camilla on the couch. She said she tried to come into my bed last night but there was no room. Ha! 

As I sat on the couch I enjoyed a gorgeous sunrise and chatted with my girl before the rest of the house woke.

Joe was looking so handsome after breakfast that I couldn't help but snap his picture.

Then he started getting goofy...

And we both ended up laughing really hard. I sure love this freckle nosed boy of mine!

Saturday Afternoons

It was a slow and quiet Saturday thanks to the snow. We spent a lot of the day lounging around and visiting. The boys especially loved cuddling with Grampa on the big chair while I made an apple sauce cake for dessert!

Nerd

This kid makes me laugh so much! He has such a fun loving personality and is so affectionate. I love when he randomly says, "Mommy? I love you!" He's grown up a lot over these last few weeks!

Sawyer: Five Months

Sawyer is FIVE months old already! He still has no teeth, but he is getting so strong and wiggly. He loves interacting and making eye contact and gets really excited when he sees people he knows. He always has a smile to share with anyone we meet and gets a lot of attention at the grocery store. His hair is getting a little bit thicker on the top of his head, but it's so light that it's hard to see. He has some awesome rolls on his thighs and wrists and has a definite double chin. He loves his saucer and jolly jumper and loves to be up and looking around. He sleeps a little bit less during the day but still has two really good naps. He makes us laugh all the time and we couldn't imagine life without him!