Birthday Boys

It's late, but at least I'm getting to it....story of my life...

Two of my boys had a birthday this week. Logan turned 6 (I can't believe it!!) and I won't say how old Chris turned because that ages me as well. lol

Starting with Logan, I can't believe how much he's grown since I met him. He had just turned 3 when Chris and I started dating and has grown so big and smart since then. I love the way he's into everything Super Hero. Especially Spider Man. He great spirit and how he is such a great big brother to Myles. Always looking out for him and teaching him new words and anything else Myles will listen to. It's so cute to see him mentor his younger brother. He loves the Jazz with such passion, much like his dad and the Lakers and also likes the Red Sox (you can't control your kids sports choices right) Logan is so smart and learns things quickly when he wants to. I'm so blessed to be a part of his life and can't wait to see what he becomes as he grows up.

Now on to Chris who is lucky enough to share a birthday with his oldest son.

What a great husband and father I couldn't ask for a better man in my life and to raise our children with. He always takes time for the boys and pays such close attention to them and their lives. So much so that I can't even sneakily buy them clothes without him noticing... Chris is so loving and so caring that I couldn't imagine what it would be without him. I love his passion for sports and his knowledge is amazing. How he can memorize every player from every team and what college they are from is beyond me, but I love him for it. I'm hoping that his memory is passed down to our kids and not mine, it would be a disaster for anyone else to forget as much as I do. Thank you Honey for everything you do. For how hard you work so we can have what we do and for how you love us all unconditionally, even with my constant wining for a foot rub and nagging that the dishes aren't done. lol I love you for ever and always!!!

4th Of July

The 4th...well 3rd of July was a great day. Chris and I both had to work in the morning so my brother and sister-in-law took Myles to the Magna Parade. I was able to meet up with them shortly before it was over and we headed down to the carnival at Magna Park. We didn't stay long, but Myles had a great time on the rides. Of course!


He loves the Merry-Go-Round. The whole time he as saying "Giddy up horsey." and Ye-Haw I'm a cowboy!" He cracks me up.


Uncle Clay and Elizabeth took him on the big slide. He went 2 or 3 times and loved it so much that he cried each time it was over.


Riding the motorcycles again.


By far his favorite ride was the little roller coaster. I was nervous to let him go at first, but he had such a great time. He was all smiles the whole time he was riding. I've never seen him enjoy a ride so much. It was great to be able to watch him have such a good time.



He had spent Friday night at Uncle Clay's house and was finally able to master peddling his bike. He was so proud of him self that he got it. He was on his bike every chance he got for the rest of the weekend. (this picture is actually him on his cousin's bike though. they were sharing. lol)


That night, after lighting a few fireworks at Grandma Teresa's we let the boys ride their bikes over to the high school to watch the big fire works. We've found that Cyprus is the perfect spot to watch them. It's not crowded at all and it's far enough away that Myles isn't scared of the noise and the closeness of the big ones.


This is Chase and Myles watching the fireworks with Grandma. We asked them if they wanted to take their helmets off, but the both decided it was better to keep them on through the whole show.


Myles talking to Grandma or maybe just stopping for a 5 second cuddle.

It was such a great day. Thank you to all of our troops, past and present, who have stood up for this wonderful country. Without you our world would be a much different place and we are all forever grateful.

1st Guitar Lesson

Myles got his first guitar lesson last week. Chis has been playing for a long time so I'm glad that he's finally getting Myles involved.


Chris showing Myles how to strum properly


Once he figured out that he could hold the strings and change the sound he got so excited to try out different strings and frets.


"Daddy, cover your ears, it's loud."


This is Myles "rocking out" face. I love it!!!

It was so much fun to watch them together. Chris is such a great dad. I can't wait for him to really be able to show Myles how to play. It's going to be such a good thing for them to do together.

West Fest

Every year we take the boys to West Fest. Logan was in St. George this year, but we still decided to take Myles and Chase.
We had a great time and the kids, of course, loved riding the rides. I didn't get very many good pictures, but these ones turned out ok.


Chase driving the fire truck.


Myles driving the motorcycle, he could barley reach


Maverick flying his gunner....

S.L. Bees Family Night

Monday's is family night at the S.L. Bees, with a coupon from Harmons every ticket is only $3. We thought it would be fun to take Myles and have some family time. We really didn't watch much of the game and ended up leaving in the 6th inning (apperently 2 year olds aren't so entertained by baseball.) But it was fun anyway. First thing when we got there we went to the fan shop to get Myles a new hat, we lost the one from last year. As soon as he saw them he picked up the yellow one and that was it he was in love. So much in fact that he's worn it every day since. We walked around a little, got a snow cone, rode the train and played on the playground that's inside the park. We may not have watched much baseball, but it was still nice to get out and spend some time as a family.


Riding the train


He now sleeps in his hat almost every night


My little boy...so sweet.