Too fair

Joshua has such an adorable new saying. When he doesn't like something or doesn't think it is fair he says "That's too fair." At least it sounds like I'm doing something fair.

What Dallin wants to be when he grows up...

Can you tell from his attire what Dallin wants to be when he grows up? I think he has been influenced by his biggest sister because he thinks pirates and this new pirate shirt are really cool. Isn't he an adorable pirate? I guess even pirates get worn out some days and just have to have a nap. I was grateful that he took this nap (they are hard to come by for Dallin) and that he didn't fall over board while sailing the high seas in his dreams.

Jennie hair just like Rebecca's

A couple of weeks ago MaryAnne wanted her hair done just like Rebecca's for Down in the Valley. She looked so cute. She kept asking me all day if her still looked pretty or if it was messed up. She loved looking like Rebecca.

Look who can ride a bike...

MaryAnne has been wanting us to teach her how to ride a bike ever since school got out. For one reason or another it just hadn't happened. Finally she got her wish and Neil took her to an empty parking lot at the college to let her try. She was a natural and just took off. He didn't have to hold on and run with her for more than a minute. This video was taken on her first day of riding. She was even going off a small jump on the first day. She loves to ride her bike and wants to do it all the time. She must come by her ability from someone besides me. I didn't even learn to ride a bike until I was about eight. I am sure my parents still remember my bad bike crash. Neil had two bikes when we got married after I rode one he only had one. I have learned to ride and enjoy it since I married a bike rider. By the way, Neil is trying to ride 1,000 miles this month and get 8,000 miles for the year. He must like his bike as much as MaryAnne likes hers. Personally, i think those seats are too uncomfortable for that many miles.

The Definition of a puddle

The definition of a puddle is a small body of water that attracts other small bodies.

We have had lots of rain this month so we have had a few puddles around. Dallin and Joshua sure know the definition of puddles. I let them play the other night and now every time Joshua goes outside he thinks he should jump in a puddle. It's kind of funny.

Bethany's 16

Bethany had a birthday and I can't believe she is now 16. We didn't do a lot to celebrate, but it was a fun day. She doesn't like to make a big deal about things, but she did have fun decorating her cake. She put a 16 made out of M&M's on her cake.

Look who is four months old

Lydia is four months old. My how time flies when your having fun!! She is such a sweet and good baby. We are all enjoying her so much!! She is getting really close to rolling over. Unfortunately she usually wants to practice in the bathtub or when she is on the bed. We have to convince her to practice while she is on the floor. She is getting really good at smiling. It is fun to watch her grow and develop. She is starting to grab toys and hold on to things. It seems like she always has Julia's hair in her mouth even though Julia tells her it isn't in her recommended diet. We are grateful to have this sweet girl in our family.