S's 2nd Birthday

It was S's 2nd birthday last Monday. We had the whole fam over for cake and ice cream and to watch Sam open some gifts. It's hard for me to believe that S is 2 already. The time really has gone by so fast. My pregnancy, not so much. But my boys are growing up so fast. J is already 2 weeks old. I just can't believe it.
S got some new pj's, just like his big brothers so of course, we had to take a picture of them all together in their pajamas. S also got a little race track with 3 cars. He also got a Cars chair that he likes to sit in and watch TV. S enjoyed opening gifts, but then spent the rest of the night trying to keep his new toys away from his big brothers and his cousin Carson. S might have a problem with sharing. I had to include a picture from his birthday last year. Nothing compares to seeing his chocolate covered face, complete with eyebrows.
S is a sweetheart. He does stuff everyday that makes me smile. Happy Birthday buddy!

4th of July

The 4th was a little different this year. At least, it was for me. I didn't go to the Kaysville parade because I was home with J. That is the first time I can remember that I have ever missed the parade. The Guy did not want to go to the parade. But, being a good sport, he took C-1, C-2 and S anyway. My sister was here with 3 of her kids so my boys had a good time with them. We went to The Guy's mom's after the parade so the kids could play in the water for awhile. At night, we all went to the fireworks. We had a good time. I love the 4th of July, I really enjoy spending the whole day doing stuff with our families.

Introducing......

I know this is a really horrible picture of me, but look at all of those very handsome boys! (With the exception of C-2 and his crazy eyes).


Yes, it's true, we have finally picked a name. Or should I say "settled" on a name. We really had a hard time with this one. I don't know why. The Guy, being the overly nice guy that he is, and

















never wanting to force his will on anyone, would never really give me a suggestion. Or maybe it's just that I wouldn't listen. This name is one that has been rattling around in my head for a while now. Before you make fun of the name William, just know that it is my dad's middle name. I like it, I hope J likes it.
J is a very mellow kid. He is usually happy when he's awake, just looking around. However, last night he was not interested in sleeping. We have created a monster. He wants to be held all the time. He is sleeping peacefully, right up until we put him in his bed, then he is wide awake, wanting to be entertained. It's frustrating. Last night he woke up at 2:30 and wouldn't go back to sleep. Around 4, The Guy took him in the living room and ended up sleeping out there with him wedged in between 2 pillows until after 8. Thanks!

The boys all love J to pieces. They can't get enough of him. C-1 is a very big helper. He loves to sit on the couch and hold him. He even comes in from playing outside with his friends, hoping that I need J to be held while I take a shower or get something else done. On a side note about C-1; in baseball

















this year, he made the All Star team. However, after hearing that games and tournaments would all be going on right in the middle of us having a baby, we decided that this year would not be a good year for all stars. C was a very big boy about it though and said he would rather help us with the baby. C really enjoyed baseball this year and he improved so much over last year. I am really proud of him and how well he has done. Way to go C! And, thanks for being such a big helper.





















S is so funny with J. He just wants to kiss and hug him all day long. It is actually making me a little crazy. Every time we change J's diaper, S says in this very high, very cute, squeaky voice, "teensy bum". I just love that kid. He makes me laugh. He also feels the need to kiss J's head whenever he sees him. S seems to be adjusting well to having someone else hogging all of my attention. I hope it lasts.