Happy Holidays

Anyone that knows Ella will be SHOCKED by this photo. Yes, that is Ella sitting on Santa's lap. Never mind the look of terror, I was one proud momma!

So resourceful...

This is how I found Ella the other day. What better way to watch Sleeping Beauty than kicked back on a bed made of paper towels with pretzels handy on the floor?

Happy Birthday To My Diva Sista!

Isn't she GORGEOUS?! Happy 15th Birthday Sissy! Here are 15 things i love about you...

1. You are friends with everyone and make friends easily
2. You are such a good Auntie to Ella
3. You have a beautiful smile
4. You can pop that booty like nobody's business :)
5. You laugh at the most awkward times
6. You help me with my fashion sense or lack of
7. I can't beat you in an arm wrestle no matter how hard I try
8. You are shorter than me
9. You have big feet like me
10. You are a great little snuggler and kept me warm many nights growing up
11. You keep mom and dad on their toes
12. You "let" me drive you around St. George (I can't wait for next years b-day)
13. You set a good example for Maggie
14. Your little surprise texts or notes just to say you love me
15. You are one of the best sisters anyone could ever ask for

I LOVE YOU!

The Little Fairy

We thought we were dressing Ella up as a fairy for Halloween, but she made it clear that we call her a "Futterfly" (butterfly) instead. Either way way she looks adorable and so do her cousins!

Pumpkins

We decided to get artsy one night and paint/carve pumpkins. I think Sita and I had more fun than Ella. Sita stayed up till about midnight getting his Garfield just the way he wanted. I was pretty proud of his artistic ability. I think we did a good job without stenciles and just our creativity, wouldn't ya say?

Jerry

Okay, so I bought this stupid little blow up doll at the D.I. thinking it was life size, and I was going to play this hilarious joke on Nikki. Well....when I got home and opened up the package it was about a foot tall. My plan was ruined, but Ella made a new best friend. No joke, she carried that ugly thing around all day calling him by name "Jerry" (it's on his name tag). I was cracking up. He even got kisses and was privileged enough to eat dinner with us. Unfortunately, Jerry passed away the next day due to a body slam that blew a hole in his back. RIP

Leftovers

Okay just to warn you there are a ton of posts coming up due to lack of computer, lack of camera, and lack of energy. After all that posting there are still random pics left for me to post so here are the leftovers.

When Ella got out of the bath the other night she saw herself in the mirror all wrapped up in her towel and thought she looked cute so she said "Mom, picture!", so of course I obliged.

My family came to visit not too long ago. My sister Lacy was pro at getting Ella to sleep. I thought this was so cute when I came into the room and found them both fast asleep listening to the iPod.

Andrea, Mele, and I all got together for lunch before Andrea headed back to D.C. It was so fun to catch up. I hope Andrea and her husband can make it back here for good!

One of my best friends from my childhood got married! I was so happy I got to go the temple and luncheon. Her and her hubby are one gorgeous couple. Love you Katie, congrats!

Poor Sita the second he sits or lays down Ella is right on top of him. She treats him like a jungle gym.... jumping, climbing, wrestling. It was sweet when she finally decided to snuggle up to him and asked me to put her blankey on "them".

My Sissy's Back!

Nikki is back in Salt Lake, and we could not be happier. I have missed her while she has been living in Logan and St. George. Now we only live a couple streets away from each other.

Do you think Ella loves her Aunty?

Sisters and Best Friends!

Quick Trip to Lagoon

Sita's Mom got some tickets to Lagoon, so the five of us enjoyed a very short trip to Lagoon. Lets be realistic with two two year olds you can only stay so long.

They really are best buddies. This was how they rode all the way to farmington. So cute!

4th of July

Sita had to work at night, so we partied it up during the day. Our neighborhood put on an awesome breakfast, parade, and carnival. Ella loved the parade and all the sweets! You can tell from the pics she wasn't ready to come home. :)

HAHAHAHA!

He loves it when I make him take pictures! :)

An Update on the Lil' Monster!

This little girl is keeping us on our toes!

-Loves to wear her sunglasses
-Hates bugs, we hear "eeww bugga" multiple times a day about anything that resembles a bug
-Loves to pretend to do Kung Fu
-Obsessed with the movie Incredibles
-Loves to make "scary" faces
-Learned the phrase "shut up" and tries to say it quiet and see if she can get away with it
-Has a fake laugh that is a crack up
-Calls her dad Sita, which makes him mad so she does it even more cause she thinks it hilarious
-Is best friends with her cousin Shane
-Struts her stuff in my heels
-Has quite the vocabulary and loves to tell stories
-Never eats, but downs her vitamin D like nobody's business
-Is so dramatic, whether she is happy or mad, either way it is a production
-Loves to sing and dance or watch others do the same
-Hides in her room and shuts the door when she is getting into trouble
-Starting to play make believe and pretend
-Loves to run away from us and thinks she is so fast
-Always tells us when she "yikes something" or "lubs something"
-Calls letters abd's
-Still LOVES her pink silky blankey, she chews on it and makes a funny sound
-Nothing is better than playing outside
-Says the word "crap" and knows how to use it, this one is my bad
-Loves it when her toe nails are pretty (painted)
-Still takes long naps and loves to snuggle
-Can entertain herself for hours
-Refers to every thing as scary or not scary
-Likes to tickle and be tickled
-Is always asking us if things are hot
-Totally knows how to work her dad to the point that he some times refers to her as master
-She is our life, everything revolves around her, and we wouldn't want it any other way. We love her more than you could ever imagine!

Tulet

Remember my cute best friend Mele that I posted about on her birthday? I told you she was
one of the most creative people I know. Well, this is her latest project. She is making classic hair pieces and veils. Check out her site at www.tulet.etsy.com If you want to look super classy and sexy, you should really look into purchasing one of these beauties!

The Biggest Loser!

I am absolutely in love with this show. I gave up American Idol to become a dedicated fan, and don't regret it for a second. The people on the show are so inspiring. I think I cry at least once during every episode. I am amazed at what they can do in so little time. Trainer Bob isn't too bad to look at either. :) It gives me that extra motivation I need every week to try and be healthier. Anyway I really could go on and on, but I want to hear your opinions . Are there any other fans out there? If so, who are your favorites and who do you think will win next week?