seven

 How did this happen? I have a SEVEN year old! Ahhhhhhh! Cutest seven year old, I'm pretty sure. Will has been such a blessing, every day of his life. He is my tender hearted, sincere, loving, kind, sweet boy. He loves to be home with his family, he loves to laugh, he loves to play soccer, and loves to play his wii. He is super talented at his violin, and has an incredible testimony. I'm in awe of him all the time, he just such a good kid!

 Grandma and Grandpa sent money!! Wahoo! He was so excited, he works hard to earn money to buy toys and things that he really wants, so this was extra exciting!

 Can't have a birthday without a summer clothes item or two!

 Will still loves star wars. He also loves the game angry birds, and his wii game called Rayman. He loves legos and loves to play outside with his buddy Luke. He loves to ride his bike and he is loving this season of soccer. He's scored a goal in every game so far! We are so proud of Will, he is pure joy in our home.

 He's always being silly and he was being a goof while we were singing happy birthday to him tonight. I love his personality. I especially love that he is not afraid to be who he is here in our home. He knows he can be crazy and weird like his mom and dad! :)

 Such a handsome guy, check out those chompers coming in! So awesome.

 I think the cupcakes were enjoyed by all!

 Will has been working SO hard to earn money to buy a pet - specifically a frog. He has been doing extra chores and has been saving every penny. As part of his birthday presents, Scott and I surprised him with getting a frog. So after we ate dinner at Red Lobster (Will's choice) we went to the pet store to find a frog. We were so worried, as the lady started adding all sorts of things that we needed..... warming lights, heating pads, plants, rocks, moss, an aquarium, and the worst..... live crickets. As soon as she said we had to feed it live crickets and buy the crickets every couple of days, I was like "uhhhhh, no." So, we tried to break it to Will easily and he was so sad. We told him he could get one, but we needed to find one that would be a better pet for him..... and not one that would cost 150$!

 We talked him into trying another pet store just to see what they had and luckily we found these little guys! Meet, the three amigos! These are our African Dwarf Frogs. They are water frogs and basically it is like having a fish, so we just have to clean their bowl and feed them little flakes once a day. Much better! Plus, Will was thrilled with these little guys. Hallelujah!!

Happy birthday Will - We LOVE YOU!!!!

easter 2013

 Easter! It is such a beautiful time of year! I love Easter, and I loved this Easter season. It was a beautiful (chilly) day. With our recent disappointments from our IVF cycle, it was a special tender mercy to have Easter following everything we had undergone. It helped me renew my faith, and remember that our Heavenly Father has a plan for us, that we are not forgotten, that through the Atonement our hearts and souls can heal.

 We had a lot of fun with our kids, dying Easter eggs, and doing egg hunts. Both Will and Eli thought dying Easter eggs was the funnest thing and they really got creative with their eggs.

 I love seeing all the colorful eggs together, they looks so pretty!

 We have been loving the new running/biking/walking path right by our house. It goes for miles and miles and it is all paved, we don't have to cross any streets and we hop on it right by our house. The boys love to ride their bikes and scooters there and I have been anxious to get out and run on it!

 All dressed up and ready for church - Easter Sunday. Such handsome guys I have in my life!

 I love their little smiles so much!

 Easter dinner is one of my MOST favorites of the entire year. We had my brother and sister (and their families) over for dinner Easter Sunday. We had ham, au gratin potatoes, salad, rolls, fruit salad, and yummy dessert. Tasty!

groundbreaking and lots of love

 Wowzers, am I ever behind on updating my blog! I did not realize that I had so many pictures on my camera that needed to be put on the blog, so here goes..... Way back in February, Scott participated in the ground breaking for the expansion of the American Fork Hospital. Scott is in charge of the multi-million dollar expansion and is so excited (and busy) about the project. It is going to be an incredible expansion for the hospital and I'm excited to see it come to together for him and the community.

 Scott had a few minutes to speak and did a fantastic job. Below is a picture of the traditional "turning of the dirt." I think he looks so great, it made me so proud of him! He is standing next to the Hospital Administrator (CEO), Mike Olsen, on his left and then the nurse assistant administrator (same position as Scott, but over nursing), Lori Bertleson. Next to Mike is the Regional Administrator for the Urban South Region (the bosses boss :) ) Steve Smoot.

 So proud of you honey!! You look awesome in a hard hat and suit and tie. Love you and I admire your hard work and dedication, to the hospital and your job, as well as to supporting our family.

 Valentines Day 2013  - Feels so long ago that I can hardly remember what we did! All I know is that we have really cute boys. I love them so much! Valentines Day was slightly crazy for us. We kept it super simple. I had to have surgery that morning, so I gave the boys a little treat at breakfast and sent them to school and babysitters. Then Scott and I headed to the hospital, such a fun way to spend valentines day! Just kidding..... luckily, things went smoothly with the surgery and we enjoyed our day nonetheless.

 At the end of February, Will had his first violin competition. He did a great job and earned a "superior" ranking from the judges. I was so proud of him. I'm amazed at how much he has grown in confidence through the violin. I'm so happy for Will, he is growing up so fast!!