The Shorts

Big Doggie!

2012-01-26T12:42:00.001-07:00

Isn't this the cutest 5 year old you have ever seen? Just working on some term papers. My little genius.

What do you do with a giant dog that some random guy gave your aunt? Ride it of course! This thing is ridiculous.

This little face looks like she just got caught doing something she shouldn't...

...and then didn't care.

Oh no, here comes big sister...

...sometimes I hate my life.

This picture is so typical of my girls, so funny!

We're Baaack!

2012-01-12T22:52:00.000-07:00

Due to a painfully slow computer, I haven't had the patience to blog in quite a while.

But Santa was good to me this year and got me a totally rockin' laptop.

I cannot promise amazing posts, like the ones that have come before, but I will share a few pictures every now and again. I mean look at these cute faces, how could I keep them all to myself. That would just be selfish.

The sun will come out tomorrow...but it will still be freezing!

2011-02-28T22:22:00.007-07:00

I know you have missed me and my super-terrific posts, but due to the holidays, travel, sick kids and I hate winter, I haven't had it in me to blog. So here are a few tidbits of what we have been up to.

Elliot's first Christmas. Santa had lots of fun this year.

Hahaha! Look at Kenna's face.

Toy Story Christmas!

Our Yearly Trip To California! We went on this stupid ride like, 25 times.

Got to meet Woody and Jessie

Waiting for kenna to get off her first time on Space Mountain

My cute family, random order. Don't judge me.

Pretty princess. She really loves her bath.

Starting solid foods, loves her cookies

Ok, back to California. Kenna is really into Yoga. It's really funny.

Livin' it up, in the hottub

Yes, she still loves all her toys. They are playing "primary"

Love that face.

Crazy hair day at school.

Kenna gets her whatever she wants, or doesn't want.

Love this outfit, sometimes she dresses herself better than I can dress her.

Hopefully I don't go as long without a post. My computer is REALLY slow, and it just frustrates me. I will try to catch a few moments, so you don't have to go so long without my radness.

Sweet Sister time

2010-12-08T20:19:00.001-07:00

As long as you arent watching, Kenna is usually super sweet to her baby sister. Here she is reading to her.

Love them!

My Girls!

2010-11-25T15:28:00.005-07:00

Kenna wanted to push her sister in the toy stroller and Ellie ended up falling asleep.

Kenna the photographer!

2010-11-13T23:03:00.003-07:00

We let kenna go crazy with the camera the other night and this is a sample of her best work.

Enjoy...

Halloweeners!

2010-11-13T22:55:00.002-07:00

Just doing the usual Halloween stuff:

Painting pumkins

Dressing up!

Trick or treating at school

Going to parties! Yes that is a mustache

Goodbye Uncle David

2010-10-15T22:45:00.002-06:00

Just said goodbye to my little brother David. He is headed to the MTC and then off to Edmonton Canada. We are so proud of you. We will miss you already.

He is worried she is going to puke on his new suit.

Haircuts and Lost Tooth

2010-10-15T22:40:00.002-06:00

My sweet little Kenna. This is her adorable new haircut, and...

this is her new smile!

She was climbing up a wet slide and slipped, then hit the side of the slide with her face. We can't wait to meet the new tooth in about 3 years.

Cuteness

2010-10-15T22:29:00.002-06:00

Man, I know a lot of cute kids. Especially mine.

Kenna and Micah crafting, in Nana's craft room

Helping bathe Ellie Bellie.

Helping feed Payslee

Ellie and her new cousin Addison

Kenna and the babies

This picture is a bad hair pic.

Sweet girl, when she is asleep.

Cute sisters

Ummm...Yeah.

2010-10-03T13:55:00.005-06:00

Feast your eyes on these little beauties. My super talented friend Stephanie (check out her photo blog, Blackbird, to the right) took these amazing pictures of Ellie on the day she was born and her blessing day. My girls a so gorgeous. I love them.

Welcome to our world baby!

2010-08-28T17:07:00.003-06:00

Little Elliot Anh, is finally here! She was born on August 26 and came in at a hefty 6lbs 3oz, 19.5 inches long. Kenna is so excited to be a big sister, and she is adjusting very well. She can't hold back all the hugs and kisses and is such a good helper.

Here are a few pictures of our new little family.

Kenna started school and is loving it. Isn't my girl gorgeous!

I thought we ordered the large binky.

What a pretty girl and those beautiful eyes.

Grandma and the girls. Thanks, mom, for all you did for us.

Catching a few waking moments of a newborn.

Awesome big sister.

On her birthday, still a little squished.

Daddy loves his girl.

What have we been doing? Hmmm...

2010-08-14T21:12:00.007-06:00

We have had quite the busy summer with lots going on. Here are a few pictures and videos to clue you in on the madness. They are in no particular order.

POOLS!

What is summer without a pool? Big ones, little ones, and slip n slides included

COUSINS!

We have had lots of cousin time this summer, our Texas cousins met us in Phoenix and came back to Utah for over a month. Good times.

Payslee

Dress ups

Pile on Papa

Dave and Busters

SAYING "SEE YA LATER" TO AEDEN!

Spending some last fun moments with Aeden before he left.

Unsolicited kisses

Tight squeezes

What cute people I know

Practicing for Sister.

This year Kenna has learn how to pedal a bike. Now we can't get her off the thing.

This kiddie pool, is the best $10 I've ever spent. I am thinking of putting it in the basement during the winter. Don't judge me.

Summer honorable mentions: Phoenix, Baseball games, fireworks, Claire, popsicles, Bear Lake, and growing a baby. All items I missed taking pictures of.

Bitter Sweet

2010-07-17T11:09:00.006-06:00

For those of you who don't already know, my sister has made the extremely difficult decision place Aeden for adoption. It has been a long hard road, and an even longer one to go, but through lots of prayers and fasting we have come to know it is the best thing for him.
My sister has chosen a wonderful family, who will love him and take care of him as one of their own. It is an open adoption so we'll still be able to see him change and grow through pictures and letters.

We love you Aeden, very much. We will miss you lots but know you are being loved. Kenna will miss you a ton and will wonder where you are. We are working on that. I am so thankful for the power of prayer and the peace it can bring. Be a good boy and stay close the gospel. Have fun with your new sisters and smile lots.
Love you always,
Aunt Che'

Getting Bigger!

2010-06-20T10:12:00.002-06:00

Kenna is growing up so fast. Here are a few things she has been up to.

Sleeping outside with daddy!

Helping mommy watch Aeden!

He is thrilled.

and Setting the table for dinner.

She did such a good job.

Thanks for all you do kenna, I love you.

Stretchy Pants

2010-05-25T14:30:00.002-06:00

**Chancho. When you are a man, sometimes you wear stretchy pants in your room. It's for fun.**

I seriously have no idea how I survived my first pregnancy without leggings. I love them and wear them everyday!

Happy May 24th!

2010-05-24T14:42:00.002-06:00

SERIOUSLY! WHY DO I LIVE HERE?!

Happy Birthday Kenna Girl!

2010-05-23T09:49:00.002-06:00

Hmmm, What's in the box?

Snakes!

Snakes!

Tortoises!

Tired birthday girls!

More Snakes!

Brave kids.

Unsure Kids

Grossed out dad

Thanks to all of you who joined in on the fun. We had a great time!

Making the best of what we've got

2010-05-20T09:19:00.004-06:00

Spring/warm weather have been taking its time getting here. We do what we can with the warm days we get.

A little Wheeler with Bridge and Lil P.

Planting our garden.

Pretending to be stuck. "mommy! Hewp, Hewp."

Painting rocks, that turned into painting themselves and eachother.

These girls crack me up.

Negative ghost rider the pattern is full

2010-04-23T19:40:00.002-06:00

After a couple of days of consistant pottyness, and no progress, we have put a hold on potty training. It was too stressful for my girl and it made me sad. I just don't think the concept clicked for her. So, we will take it a little slower and try something different for now. Good try Kenna girl.

Calling the Potty Fairy!

2010-04-21T14:24:00.003-06:00

Why can't there be a fairy that magically gets kids potty trained. There has to be an easier way. I really don't know if she just doesn't get or is being lazy. Not looking forward to this weekend. Wish me luck.

A house full of chicks!

2010-04-06T11:53:00.003-06:00

We found out today that Zac will be the only boy in the house. We are expecting another girl! Kenna will love having a little sister to share with. I am so excited to get the nursery going.

Eggs and Bunnies!

2010-04-05T09:38:00.002-06:00

This year we had a nice Easter weekend at home, enjoying General Conference, and just being together.

Kenna in her Easter dress last Sunday.

Kenna and Daddy dying eggs.

This chick could not get enough of egg dying.

Being reverent for the Conference prayer.

Looky what the Bunny brought!

How to train your dragon!

2010-04-01T10:22:00.002-06:00

Invited some chicks from the hood to meet and see "How to train your Dragon" with all the kiddos. I absolutely loved it. Cutest kid movie in quite a while. I especially loved the dragon "Toothless", I think because he reminded me of Eddie. Maybe I am just crazy. Good Times.

Is it warm yet?

2010-03-23T21:19:00.002-06:00

Not much to blog about these days. Life is going on as usual. Zac works. Kenna goes to school, and is doing really well. Lots of progress for her this year. I just take care of all the in between. Spring is slowly coming, life is good.

Kenna is doing daddy's hair.

Another New Cousin!

2010-02-18T22:19:00.002-07:00

Kenna got another new cousin today! Payslee Ann Bergk. Everything went perfectly for baby and mommy. Congrats to Adri and Josh. She is gorgeous!

Kenna waiting not so patiently for Payslee to get her bath.

Kenna cheesin' it and me looking like I have a baby for sale.

Holding her new cousin.

I think Payslee just wants to be left alone.

Disneyland

2010-02-15T09:35:00.005-07:00

We decided to escape the cold and dark for a few days and take Kenna to Disneyland. It was much needed sunshine and family time.

Kenna showing off her Mickey and Minnie.

Her Mickey balloon from a restaurant.

The fun pool at the HoJo

Bumper Cars in California.

Dumbo ride.

Rollin' in Toontown

Waiting to get in on our first day.

Mommy and the girl.

Daddy and the girl on "It's a small world"

She is really happy to see Mickey. Really.

She sat in all the chairs in Mickey's house and wanted me to take her picture.

Baby Aeden is here!

2010-02-05T20:20:00.004-07:00

Kenna has a brand new cousin. He was born on Feb 3, and his name is Aeden. We love him so much. Congrats to his Mom and Dad. Enjoy the overflow of cuteness.

Frustrated.

2010-01-29T15:32:00.003-07:00

It is impossible for me to figure out how to curl with my flat iron. My stylist curls kenna's hair everytime I get a haircut, and it stays curly and beautiful all day. I have tried a bagillion (yes, bagillion) times to do it and it ends up all kinky and crappy. I even got the same flat iron my stylist has. No, it is operator error fo sho. If anyone knows how to do it, and wants to come show me, I would love the lesson.

Living Planet Aquarium

2010-01-24T09:13:00.002-07:00

Taking advantage of our newly purchased Aquarium Pass.

Super Terrific Christmas Post

2009-12-30T17:10:00.005-07:00

Here is a little taste of our holiday madness. Thanks to our family and friends for all the gifts, food and memories. Enjoy the last photo sideways because I am too lazy to fix it. Hope all of your holidays were merry and have a Happy New Year!

Mistaken Identity

2009-12-15T15:15:00.003-07:00

The other night while reading the "Friend" Magazine, we came across a photo of Sister Matsumori of the General Primary Presidency. Kenna saw it and got really excited, then pointed to the picture and yelled "MOMMY!". She thought I was Sister Matsumori and I was pretty cool for being in her magazine. Even now if we point out that picture she thinks its me. Hilarious.

Trees and Lights

2009-12-07T12:25:00.002-07:00

Kenna and I set up the Christmas decorations last week. She had lots of fun handing me things and hanging ornaments by herself. Only a few more weeks till Christmas!

Prelit trees are the bee's knee's/

Rockin' to the Holiday tunes.

Being a big helper.

On Saturday we took Kenna to see the lights at Thanksgiving Point. It's great. You don't even have to get out of your car. Then afterward there are reindeer you can feed and pet.

The deer are alot smaller than you would think.

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!

Thanksgiving and the Flu

2009-12-07T12:18:00.003-07:00

I guess the only time I got my camera out for Thanksgiving was when we went bowling. I'm awesome. Anyway, we spent the holiday in St. George, and my whole little family was sick. The whole time. Fun. Good times anyway.

Kenna is getting easier to photograph.

Making funny faces.

Me and Adri

Anna's incredible form

"Teeese"

Love this girl.

Warm Days Of Autumn

2009-11-04T19:08:00.005-07:00

We are taking advantage of the warm days we have had lately.

Renewed our Zoo memebership.
Cutest baby elephant.

Kenna and the snake.

Partied in St. George

Farm Country at Thanksgiving Point.

Wheeler Farm, with Uncle Anthony

Pumpkins and a Trick-or-Treating Monkey

2009-11-04T19:01:00.000-07:00

Our venture West with the West's

2009-09-28T12:13:00.005-06:00

We headed to the beautiful Oregon coast, with our pals the West's. We stayed in a little beach house in Oceanside Ore. It totally rocked.

Apparently Blogger wants this rad picture of Levi, kickin' trash on the rope swing, to be the highlight of our trip. Check out the rest of our trip as well

Cool in the School

2009-09-28T12:05:00.003-06:00

Since starting preschool, Kenna's world has opened up to a whole new dimension of communication. She is trying new words and actually using them. We love her teacher this year and the speech therapist is awesome.

Here is my monster waiting for the bus.

Deep in thought

Watching the kids come in.
She is so tiny.

The Daydreaming gaze.

Stitches!

2009-09-02T12:37:00.003-06:00

About a week ago we had the fine opportunity of enjoying our first set of stitches. Kenna fell in the tub and split open her head. It took 2 nurses and me to hold her down. She fought until the bitter end. After the doctor was done, she was more than happy to get the heck out of there. So, with sticker and popsicle in hand, she was on her way to showing off the battle wound.

The most adorable, vile creatures.

2009-08-21T15:08:00.002-06:00

Never open the door to the trailer in the middle of the night, if you hear your garbage rustling. Especially if you have a stupid dog! Oh yes, Eddie got skunked. 4am, we are dazed and confused, trying to see through the blinding stink, and all I had was dishsoap and ketchup. I did the best I could to dull the smell, but lets just say it was a sleepless night. We packed up the next day and had to "gut" the trailer. I did laundry for 3 days straight and I still get whiffs of it now and then. Next time, we will let nature have our garbage.

I am tired from my vacation.

2009-07-29T16:14:00.006-06:00

We just got back from a fun-filled yet exhausting trip to California.

We even wore out the beast.

Hmmm. Not sure what this sign is trying to say.

Universal Studios

Go Dodgers. These fans go nuts over Manny.

Yay! Seaworld! Waiting for Shamu

Hiding in a Polar Bear Cave. Yes, I really am that greasy. I need dry heat.

Sesame at Seaworld

Lots of fun at the Beach.

Maybe a little to much fun.

Kenna took a little convincing that sand won't kill you, and it washes off.

Boogie Boarding with dad.

running from waves

The Wrights. Sweet Booties.

My California Girl.

More convincing. Waves are fun.

Kenna and I had our first trip to Knott's Berry Farm.

Here are a few of the wicked rides in Camp Snoopy.

Waiting for the coaster to start.

This thing beats you to death. Kenna lifted off her seat a few times. I was not prepared.

We went on these cars four times. They were the favorite.

The Verdict:

Beach= Good

Seaworld=Love

Dodgers=Win

Universal=Not little kid friendly

Knotts= Old, but fun.

I HEART SUMMER!

2009-07-29T14:20:00.005-06:00

Here is a little bit of what has been going on since summer has started:

Kenna started pre-school,

and she rides the bus

Lagoon Day!

All she wanted to do was hold Anna's hand.

She idolizes Haylee.

Loves anything "roller coaster"

Baseball and Fireworks!

Zac has gotten Kenna into sports lately. Everything is Baabaa (Baseball)

Went to St. George to stay with Jen. This is how kenna rode. No, I did not cross her legs. she did.

Riding on the "turdit"

Snacks and Swimming. Good times.

Teddy Bear Picnic, Birthday!

2009-06-10T22:10:00.004-06:00

My little girl is 3! That is so weird to me. Here are a few highlights from her party. Thanks for the pictures Steph.

Presents

Mmmm. Cupcakes.

Birthday Girl

Present opening helpers. Ava, Anna, Bryn, Maddy, and Claire

Kenna and her Claire.

a little overwhelmed.

Throwing the "apples" into the picnic basket.

Some of the party people. Anna

Ava and Madison

Aunt Jamie, Anna, and Bryn

Decorating birthday bear ears

If you liked these amazing pictures, check out Blackbird Photography on the side of my blog. Besides taking great pictures the photographer is hot.

Memorial Day! The first camping trip of the season.

2009-06-10T22:02:00.003-06:00

Took the "kiwi" out for the first time this season. It was great. Little bit of rain, but nothing we can't handle. Just throw more wood on the fire I say.
Kenna's birthday was on Memorial Day! Happy Birthday Baby Girl!

Happy Early Birthday to Me!

2009-05-19T11:12:00.003-06:00

In celebration of our birthdays, I went to las vegas with my best friend Jess. We had a blast. At first we didn't really know what to do without our kids around. We just walked around kind of delerious. But then we relaxed and enjoyed.

On the plane with our hot "comb-overs"

Dinner at Mesa grill. Delicious.

Modeling a pair of "Man's worst creation". They will forever curse this earth.

Rollin' in the rental.

The pool was incredible. Mmm, pina coladas

This car picks you up from your hotel and you get to ride with Elvis, to the wedding chapel.

After the show "La Reve". So rad. That is not a fountain behind us. It is the stage.

Thanks for a wicked good time Jess. Happy Birthday!

Gardens and puddles

2009-05-02T22:35:00.002-06:00

I don't mind the spring as long as it brings rain and not snow. I love that my shrubs and trees are budding. I have no idea what was planted in my new yard, so it has been kind of like a surprise.

Here is kenna in a super hot outfit, playing in the puddles.

After a little lesson in puddle stomping, she was a pro.

We are sharing a garden plot with the West family. They are swell.

Here are the boys mixing the poo into the soil.

The girls are watching very intently.

More poo mixing. Hopefully we have some sort of harvest.

99

2009-05-02T22:21:00.002-06:00

Thought I'd try it. Here are the rules:Bold the things you’ve done and post on your blog!

1. Started your own blog
2. Slept under the stars
3. Played in a band
4. Visited Hawaii
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity
7. Been to Disneyland
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a praying mantis
10. Sang a solo
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
14. Taught yourself an art from scratch
15. Adopted a child
16. Had food poisoning
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown your own vegetables
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. Slept on an overnight train
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Hitch hiked
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Run a Marathon
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset
31. Hit a home run
32. Been on a cruise
33. Seen Niagara Falls in person
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Seen an Amish community
36. Taught yourself a new language
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Seen Michelangelo’s David
41. Sung karaoke
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited Africa
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight
46. Been transported in an ambulance
47. Had your portrait painted
48. Gone deep sea fishing
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Been in a movie
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Visited Russia
60. Served at a soup kitchen
61. Sold Girl Scout Cookies
62. Gone whale watching
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma
65. Gone sky diving
66. Visited a Nazi Concentration Camp
67. Bounced a check
68. Flown in a helicopter
69. Saved a favorite childhood toy
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial
71. Eaten Caviar
72. Pieced a quilt
73. Stood in Times Square
74. Toured the Everglades
75. Been fired from a job
76. Seen the Changing of the Guards in London
77. Broken a bone
78. Been a passenger on a motorcycle
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person
80. Published a book
81. Visited the Redwoods
82. Bought a brand new car
83. Walked in Jerusalem
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Kissed a stranger at midnight on New Year’s Eve
86. Visited the White House
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. Had chickenpox
89. Saved someone’s life
90. Sat on a jury
91. Met someone famous
92. Joined a book club
93. Got a tattoo
94. Had a baby
95. Seen the Alamo in person
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake
97. Been involved in a law suit
98. Owned a cell phone
99. Been stung by a bee

That was fun! Who wants to play?

New family photos.

2009-04-22T14:50:00.006-06:00

My Super Friend, Stephanie, took these amazing photos of our family. She is so talented. Check out her blog in my "goodies" section. They really are goody.

We love Aunt Jen's House!

2009-04-20T13:53:00.006-06:00

Welcome to my Easter post.

We spent Easter weekend in St. George, in hopes of catching a few warm days. It was awesome. We ended up staying an extra day.

Hittin' the splash pool after a delish lunch at 25 Main. Yum.

Kenna and a guitar sculpture.

Skyler and Kenna wanting Nana to be done going potty.

Sexy uncle Nate.

Eating pizza at Pirate Island. Lots of Swashbuckling fun.

Playing in this cute little garden.

Haylee cheezin it with Eeyore

Funny faces you can't really see.

Rockin' the Shades

Endless fun in the race car.

This is before we even got in the pool.

New rainboots.

Eggs, Eggs, and Baskets

2009-04-20T13:45:00.002-06:00

Just a little post of egg-dying and basket finding.

Fun in St. George

Fun at Home.

One Week of Sunshine!

2009-03-27T15:29:00.003-06:00

For those of you who don't know already, I HATE march. It is just a big tease. Is it warm? Is it cold? Hmm, I don't know. As I write this, it is a frigid 40 degrees outside. But just over a week ago it got up into the 70's! WTF. Well, the warmth didn't stay long, but that didn't stop us from taking advantage.

We did the petting zoo.

Kenna and Max.

We also went to the Hogle Zoo,

We even busted out the Swimsuit,

and ran through the sprinklers a bit.

Summer, summer where are you?

8 Things...

2009-03-12T19:44:00.003-06:00

*these are in no particular order*

8 favorite TV Shows...
1. House
2. Heroes
3. General Conference
4. The Closer
5. Olivia
6. Arrested Development
7. Flight of the Conchords
8. Umm... That's it.

8 things I look forward to...
1. Laser Hair Removal (Maybe)
2. Kid-free vacations
3. Summer
4. Business Time
5. No Winter
6. Taking my family to Disneyland again
7. Diapers to be gone forever
8. Our garden

8 Places I love to eat...
1. Tiburon
2. Any good Pho restaurant
3. Chik-fil-A. Wicked nuggets
4. At Home
5. Jess's House
6. Public Schools, I love school lunch.
7. Rumbi
8. The Temple Cafeteria

8 things on my wishlist...
1. Boobs
2. Free vacation to Hawaii
3. A cleaning lady
4. A new tire on my car
5. To be able to have your own kids with out being pregnant
6. Candy
7. Kenna deciding that she wants to sleep through the night again (monster)
8. To be able to "Cruise" without getting sea sick

8 of my favorite movies...
1. Juno
2. While you were sleeping
3. Little Miss Sunshine
4. Crash
5. The Bee Movie
6. Nick and Norah
7. I ran out of movies too

8 People I tag to do this...
1. Any 8 people who feel like doing this.

Leave with a cold, return with pneumonia.

2009-03-02T14:18:00.003-07:00

Kenna started last week with a little cold so we decided to head to St. George and the possiblity of sunshine and warmth. The day before we left the cold turned into a fever and a cold. We figure it was the same thing that has been going around and went ahead with the trip. Well as the weekend progressed so did the fever. She was just not getting better. After a miserable ride home we took her to the ER, and tada, pneumonia. So Sad. But after a good night sleep and amazing antibiotics, she is on the mend.

Day of crazy hair and jammies.

Lots, and Lots, and Lots of Blues Clues.

We did have some fun in St. G.

The kids rockin' Guitar Hero. Best Game ever.

New Photos

2009-02-14T20:36:00.004-07:00

My friend Stephanie took these amazing pictures of my little monster. She did such a good job. Thanks Steph, for letting us be your models. Check out her photo blog at www.blackbirdbeauty.blogspot.com

Messes, Baths, Big Girl Beds, and Forts

2009-02-14T20:23:00.002-07:00

It is strange to look at your little baby and realize she is not such a "little baby" anymore. I love that she is growing up and learning everyday. She is one of the funniest people I know. She makes me laugh everyday, but can also make want to scream. I love you Kenna.

She wanted some pretzels.

Building forts with Daddy.

Kenna in her new "BIG GIRL" Bed. Yay.

Gettin' snuggly.

This girl loves the bath.

Laughing so hard, I am crying! Not because I am sad.

2009-02-09T12:47:00.002-07:00

Please watch the video at this link. I think I peed a little.
http://www.videojug.com/film/dance-moves-an-emergency-guide-for-men

Disneyland really is the "Happiest Place On Earth!"

2009-02-03T14:44:00.007-07:00

We decided to take Kenna on her first Disneyland trip. It totally rocked. She was so good and loved every minute of it.

On our way.

Taking in Downtown Disney

Huntington Beach. I want to live there.

Cinderella's Castle

Taking a rest. Any curb, rock or bench, she would sit and pat the seat next to her, wanting us to sit next to her. So funny.

We went on almost everyride she was tall enough to go on. We only missed the ones that would make us puke.

Another rest.

We met Minnie.

We met Mickey.

We tried on the "ears" hats, but didn't buy them. Waste of $15

We sat...

in every...

car...

in ToonTown.

Sneaking in a little nap. We skipped naptime the whole trip and she was still awesome. I tell you Disneyland is magical.

California Adventure. Kinda lame for tiny ones.

Didn't ride this ride, but sat in the Dumbo "photo op"

Hello?

Me and my cellmate.

Disneyland will definately be an option for all of our family vacations.

Roller Derby Baby!

2009-01-25T20:33:00.002-07:00

I finally made a friend! Yay for me. Had a killer time at Hollywood Connection with the super cool West Family.

The Sexy Dads and cutey Girls

I know. I am a cheezer.

Two Hot girls checkin' out the scene.

I look so Asian in this picture. Haroh America!

*Special Thanks To Stephanie for the photos*

Pretty Blogging

2009-01-18T14:27:00.003-07:00

After spending way too much time "blog stalking" the blogs on my list (and a few that aren't), I came to the realization that mine is Super Ghetto. There are so many blogs that are works of art, with fancy schmancy layouts, beautifully scripted verse, and extremely talented photography. To those of you who have the time and talent for that I say "kudos". I am just not that creative. So, to the few Shortyfam fans out there enjoying the ghetto-ness of my blog, thank you for the dedication. It may change colors, but it will not get better.

New hiding place

2009-01-06T20:16:00.003-07:00

It was too quiet so I was investigating the silence and this is what I found. What a stinker.

Zoolights!

2009-01-06T20:14:00.001-07:00

This was our second year at Zoolights and it was just as butt-freakin' cold as last year. I don't know why I keep telling myself it will be better this time.

Bring on the Snow

2009-01-06T20:07:00.002-07:00

We have the best sledding hills, so all the fam came out here to join in the fun.

Little "frozen" ones.

So, the tarp fell as I was taking the picture and it caught Kenna's eye in the hole. Couldn't do that again if I tried.

The snow outside our garage.

HE CAME, HE REALLY CAME!

2009-01-06T19:56:00.004-07:00

Yes, Santa made it to the Short house this year, and this is a little of what we got.

Kenna got a scooter. And apparently you have to be sexy to ride it.

Daddy got "Fletch" and Fletch Lives"

Mommy and Daddy got Kenna a wailin' guitar.

Stocking Stuff.

I love these two people.

Christmas Eve

2009-01-06T19:42:00.003-07:00

The holidays started with madness and ended with madness. Christmas eve started at Nana's and visiting cousins.

Ky-Bugs.

Converstation with Ky's
K: "Che', you're silly"
Me: "No way, you're silly"
K:"Uh huh Girlfriend"
Honestly you are only 3 1/2

Kenna's buddy Raegan. A year younger but the same size.

Post bath in the new jammies

Getting into to ALL of Nana's Christmas Decorations

Playing with cousins

More Christmas Jammies

Then it was home and off to bed, so Santa would come.

Christmas Sunday

2008-12-22T10:40:00.003-07:00

I love the Sunday before Christmas. You get to dress up in your Christmas best and then go listen about the true meaning of Christmas.

Kenna and our "reindeer".

Kenna and her crazy, excited face.

The Family

Little Random Pieces

2008-12-22T10:28:00.004-07:00

Just a little Kenna update. She loves preschool. It is just a bunch of 2year olds that have speech and development issues just like her. She is learning great social skills and they work on speech and devopment stuff as well. She has a little friend in class who calls her KaKa. It is so cute. Here is the stuff we are working on.
Eating with a spoon and fork
Drinking from a cup
Stacking blocks
Doing puzzles
Practicing our animals sounds (we have Moo, it comes out MMM)
Lots of word repitition
Lots of work but she is getting it.

She is getting pretty good with a spoon. It helps when you love pudding.

She is really into dressing herself. Even if she is already dressed

She is having a popsicle for breakfast. Thanks daddy.

We attempted sledding and she hated every minute of it. We had fun.

Loves to take showers and use the squeegy on the glass. Too funny.

Gobble Gobble, Talk Talk

2008-12-01T18:52:00.002-07:00

We had Thanksgiving dinner with my family at my house this year. It turned out great. The food was great and so was the company (except for kevi-poo who had the flu). Kenna was good and wasnt shy. She just walked around and did this fake laugh at everyone. It was quite entertaining.

**In Kenna news, she has qualified for speech and occupational therapy with Jordan School district. We are really excited to get to work. She sees both a Speech Path. and a Occupational Therapist once a month and will be attending a toddler class once a week. We are looking forward to opening more doors of communication with our little monster. No more pointing and grunting (makes me crazy). I will keep you all updated on our progress. Wish us luck. **

Workin' Woman

2008-11-10T13:02:00.002-07:00

I recently got a job working at Target. I work the early shift (4am-8am) unloading trucks and stocking shelves. Suprisingly I really enjoy it, and the 10% discount doesn't hurt my opinion of it either.Time goes by quickly and I get to see all the new stuff come in. It also allows me to be home with Kenna during the day. Hopefully I can get used to getting up so early.

Playground Bullies and Big Girl Shoes.

2008-11-10T12:54:00.002-07:00

So last week this little bully at the playground bit Kenna in the back. It was so sad, but she was brave and hardly cried.

If you don't already know Kenna LOVES shoes. She is a girl after my own heart. She loves wearing mommy and daddy's shoes and it is one of her favorite signs to do. I love her.

Halloween in St. George

2008-11-10T12:43:00.002-07:00

We decided last minute, to spent Halloween in St. George. It was fun to have Kenna trick or treat with her cousins. Thanks Tim and Jamie for letting us crash your place.

My cute "lil' stinker" skunk. She got a little hot. We weren't expecting weather in the 70's and 80's.

My cute nephew Micah. This kid never sleeps.

Decorating Halloween cookies/ eating frosting.

How's this for my trick or treat bag mom.

Big girl holding her baby cousin.

Taya and Haylee's School Parade

Boo at the Zoo!

2008-11-10T12:36:00.002-07:00

Went trick or treating at the Zoo along with over 23,000 (seriously) crazy people all dressed up. We didn't wait in any lines for candy, so we just weaved through the crowd and saw the animals. I love the Zoo, even when its crazy like that.

Change of Plans

2008-10-23T13:21:00.004-06:00

Ok, so we decided to buy instead of build. So as of Saturday we are now residents of Daybreak. And here is a tour of the new pad.

*Warning: I did not clean up before taking these pictures and I still have a few more decorations need to be hung**

Casa del short

Master. We have our own closets. sweet!

Laundry, with my house warming gifts.

guest/ future nursery (not the near future)

Kenna room and bathroom. she is messy

Loft/office

Basement toyroom

Basement Family room

Kitchen

Nook

Living room.

We really like it here, and hopefully we can stay in one house longer than 2 years.

SEATTLE AND THE NORTHWESTERN CRUISE

2008-10-01T18:44:00.006-06:00

The next couple of posts of our family trip up North. Enjoy.

THE SHIP AND NANAIMO, BC
The views from the boat were beautiful. I kept looking for whales and only managed to see a few dolphins and a couple of jellyfish.

Kenna met a little Aisan boy who kept trying to get her to laugh, but she only stared at him.

There wasn't much to Nanaimo. It is a logging town on Vancouver Island. The only cool thing was this park. You can't see, but it is huge.

Seattle

2008-10-01T18:23:00.006-06:00

We spent two days in Seattle on each end of the cruise. I really love Seattle. I could live there.

We visited Pike's Place Market, where I ate the most delicious apple I have ever tasted. We had some awesome Seafood and saw some pretty strange people.

We visited the pier and enjoyed the sunshine and watching the ferries come and go.

While the boys went to a baseball game, the girls enjoyed the Aquarium and the Nordstrom Rack.

Kenna is petting Starfish and Sea Urchins

Victoria and Butchart Gardens

2008-10-01T15:17:00.006-06:00

For those of you who haven't heard of Butchart Gardens ( I was one of them), it is one of the places you really need to see. In the 1900's it used to be a concrete pit and then made into a garden and has been growing ever since. Check out the website. www.butchartgardens.com

Chilly Jordanelle weekend

2008-10-01T15:10:00.002-06:00

We spent a couple of nights in Jordanelle. It was pretty chilly at night so we just hung out by the fire. Saturday was nice so we rode the Alpine Slide. It was so fun.

Sneaky Girl.

Rare Snuggle moment

Riding the lift.

Kenna laughed the whole way down.

I Heart Edward!

2008-09-18T21:40:00.003-06:00

I know I have joined the minions of Mormon moms obsessed with the "Twilight" series, but hey I don't judge you. I can't tell you my excitement when I found out the release of the movie is going to be 3 weeks earlier than expected. Woohoo.
I am planning on attending the midnight showing if anyone would like to join me. I know its crazy but I mean really. Don't be a wimp. We aren't going clubbing or drinking or getting tattoo's. Just a little fix of Vampire Perfection. Delicious.

Happy Anniversary Lover!

2008-09-12T13:18:00.002-06:00

Happy 7th Anniversary Lover! It's been the best and I still think you are Super Sexy. Oh, and I guess I love you too. Eternity is a long time. I hope you can make it, I know I can. Love you.

Go Bee's!

2008-08-24T15:18:00.002-06:00

We went to the Bee's game on Friday. It was perfect weather and there were fireworks. Sweet!
Be warned Kenna's hair is all sorts of crazy. That's what happens at the end of the day and you are two.

Enjoying peanuts

Wailin' on the air guitar.

Oh crap this picture is funny.

Fireworks!

Deer Creek Party Week.

2008-08-24T15:02:00.002-06:00

Spent 6 days at Deer Creek with the Fam. Good times.

Kenna loved the tube. She couldn't get enough.

We finally got her to play in the sand. When she wasn't trying to eat it, it was a lot of fun.

Zac is a pro at surfin' the wake.

Kenna in her life jacket.

Daybreak Here We Come!

2008-08-17T12:07:00.002-06:00

This is a rendering of our house plan, with a few differences. Ours has a wrap-around porch and is a really pretty green color. I love it.

We will be living in a townhome in Centerville for a few months while it is being built. I wish it were done now, oh well. We have done this before and will probably do it again. Hopefully not too soon because I LOVE this house. I am getting excited for DayBreak. Check it out if you want www.daybreakutah.com

I Suck!

2008-08-11T13:54:00.003-06:00

I can't believe how long it has taken me to post. I have been busy try to sell my house, and packing up to move. I hate this moving business. I am totally stressed. Hopefully it works out and I don't have to be a freak all the time.

Here is my cute baby. She fell asleep while I was searching for places to stay until our new house is done.

Boating Day.

2008-07-20T18:31:00.002-06:00

I just love summer. We are not winter people so we take every opportunity we have in summer to do what we love. We have done alot of boating with our boating buddies the Wrights.

Zac catching some wicked air on the wakeboard.

Mommy and Kenna on the very flat tube.

I told Zac the he need to try wakeboarding with Kenna. What do you know, she loved it.
This is how he held her while getting up.

Then he slid her down to the board, and she just held on to his legs.

She is my total water baby.

Waterfall Family Night

2008-07-20T18:24:00.002-06:00

We went on a fun little hike with a few families from our Neighborhood. It was a pretty walk and good company. Thanks for the invite Nikki.

Ogden Dino Park

2008-07-20T18:15:00.003-06:00

We have been taking weekly "field trips" with the Kodner Boys. We really enjoyed the Dino Park. I think I want to go back up there. It was fun.

These Dinos moved and made noises.

Taking a rest.

Cute Girl.

Hello Ladies!

2008-07-02T16:09:00.002-06:00

I love when Staci is in town. She always makes sure we all get to see eachother. She is the woman. We chowed at the Spaghetti Factory and it was delish.

Then we stopped by PB Kids to check it out, and found these rad Moustache's. I don't think the store lady taking the pic, thought we were as funny as we did. Oh, man we are hot.

Rock It Baby!

2008-06-28T23:13:00.003-06:00

Spent the day at Warped Tour. It was a blast, but very very hot. Thanks to Zac, for watching Kenna all day so I could go.
Some of the Bands I enjoyed.
The Color Fred
Relient K
Mayday Parade
Valencia

Good times. Rock on.

Helping Daddy.

2008-06-26T15:37:00.003-06:00

Kenna has been sick with a viral infection in her throat, but we finally got outside to get some fresh air.
Whenever Dad mows the lawn, Kenna gets her baby stroller out and gives him a hand...

and Eddie follows along.

Eating some cheese, and resting after the hard work.

Weekend at Jordanelle.

2008-06-26T15:26:00.003-06:00

I love this place. The campground is rad, the water is cool/freezing, and there is not much of a bug problem. We spent the weekend with the Wrights and the Beckstrands, but I noticed I didn't take very many pictures. I kept forgetting my camera.

Zac surfin' the wake.

The usual Kenna and daddy pic.

She wouldn't wear a hat, but kept this bandana on all weekend. Hey I'll take it.

The snuggle buddies. Hehehe.

Jess roasting the perfect mallow, for the perfect s'more.

Zoo Day!

2008-06-12T21:29:00.002-06:00

Went to the Zoo today with Jess and her sister and sister-in-law, and kids. Thanks for letting me tag along. It turned out to be a perfect Zoo Day. Not too hot, and all the animals were really active. I have never seen them all so busy.

Me, Kenna, Jess and Bridge

Kenna catching flies in line to see the White Alligator

Posing with the Gator.

"No sudden movements Mr. Alligator, I'm watching you!"

Cold Day at the Rage!

2008-06-12T19:36:00.001-06:00

We went to raging waters on Tuesday, and it was freezing. We kept telling ourselves we were having a good time, but it was way too cold. So we got wet and ate a few snacks and headed home. Hopefully the warm weather comes soon.

The Rage Gang.

Swimming Lessons

2008-06-06T22:32:00.003-06:00

We decided to try out swim lessons this summer. The class is pretty lame, but she seems to enjoy it.

Kenna sporting a sexy two piece. Love the belly.

She giggles/panics the whole time. It is so cute.

One Night in Willard

2008-05-29T18:36:00.003-06:00

Spent one night at Willard Bay with the Wrights. We couldn't have picked a worse night. We spent most of the day in the trailer because of the rain. It was still fun playing card games, eating and just talking.

A short walk on the beach.

The looming clouds.

the mommies and babies.

Birthday Madness

2008-05-29T18:24:00.002-06:00

Kenna is finally two. She had a ragin' Blue's Clue's Birthday party in our basement. We had a bounce house ( thanks Mo), and lots of friends. I made birthday cookies instead of a cake. Thanks to all the friends who came.

She finally got a Blue's Clue's toy. Thanks Grandma!

Lazy Logan weekend

2008-05-21T15:00:00.004-06:00

We had a blast last weekend with the Wrights, in Logan. It was a good time just hanging around. I love vacations like that. Here are a few pics.

Me and Kenna by the river. I put this in to prove that I actually exist. Zac never takes my picture so I rarely appear on the blog. So here is a picture of the back of my head for you all.

You might say, "Aw, cute. They let kenna feed herself." But no, that wouldn't be true. This is the result of Daddy being in charge of feeding while carrying on a conversation. Lovely.

Kenna and daddy enjoying the sun.

Taking a much needed nap.

Taking a break during our walk. It got really hot out there.

Kenna loved the water, even though it was Freezing!

The not so newly finished basement

2008-05-11T22:03:00.003-06:00

Apparently I forgot to post my husbands mad skills in basement finishing. So this one is for you Zac.

The amazingly spacious toyroom. Enough room to ride bikes in the winter time.

The Basement bathroom that is now alot nicer than the Master bath.
Nicer cabinets, better flooring,

Cooler sink,

Bigger and better shower.

Maybe we could move our bedroom downstairs. Is that weird?

Jammin'!

2008-05-11T21:36:00.002-06:00

I spent last Saturday morning perfecting my domestic skills. I made freezer jam for the first time. Thanks Jess for sharing your wisdom and your kitchen. I had a lot of fun and made quite a bit of jam. Delicious.

The stawberries awaiting their impending death.

Soooo much stirring.

I think I will have one buff arm and one wimpy one (or just two wimpy ones)

Jess the Jam Master.

House Training.

2008-05-11T21:33:00.002-06:00

No we didn't get another puppy. But I never thought I would have to house train a two year old. Kenna finds it entertaining to pee on the carpet right after her bath. At first I thought it was an accident, but after the third time, in the same spot, I realized she was doing it on purpose. What am I supposed to do? Rub her nose in it? I guess we have to be a little quicker about the diaper.

Busy as a Bumble Bee!

2008-05-11T21:27:00.002-06:00

Kenna is soooo busy. She is into everything. She likes to stand on her stool and turn the bathroom light on and off.

And as I was doing dishes, it got a little too quiet. This is where I found the little monster. What a stinker.

Enjoying the Sunshine

2008-05-11T21:20:00.002-06:00

I love sunny days. I guess that is where my little girl gets it. She just wanted to spend all day sitting in her wagon, enjoying the weather.

Kenna's first time holding a real baby. Thanks Bridger (and Jess)