Ward Trunk or Treat.

Part one of dressing up for Halloween. I never got a picture of all of us or even any great pics. You know how it is.

Here we are enjoying our annual Ward Trunk or Treat.

Dorothy

 

Ghost Pirate

 

Weston and his buddy Brigham decided to match this year. They are disco dancer and disco singer. Hahaha

He hates getting pictures taken, but he loves being a Ninja.

I was a bottle of Sriracha hot sauce. I love that stuff!

Random stuff

I was clearing off the counter and wanted to document a few of these things before I tossed them. I love Weston's not to Aubrey, Spencer's adorable kindergarten picture ( I never buy school pics)... And then a very precious note from our sweet neighbor. My kids went to church this Sunday alone cause I had to stay home with Lucy, who was sick. Jake sits on the stand so I said a little prayer they were good. This sweet letter made my Momma heart so happy. I wish they were this sweet every Sunday...but I am grateful for a neighbor who let me know how great they were. I needed it.

Happy Birthday my BABY GIRLS!

So we had not one, but two beautiful ladies turn one year older. Honestly most of the week was all about Aubrey Jean. We had b-day, planning of the party, and party. I or maybe Aubrey will blog more about all that later. I just wanted to post some of the pics I took before I get too far behind. I have to say...our computer broke about 6 months ago. So this is the first time I have used light room to edit pictures. It is awesome, but I have completely forgotten all about it...and I lost all my presets...so I am a novice all over again. Here are some cute pics none-the-less. A bit over "lightroomed" you ask?  Sure. I admit it!!!

 

Aubrey my dear,

You are becoming beautiful in every sense of the word. You are kind, thoughtful and so full of crazy intelligence. I am in awe of all the potential bundled up inside of your every growing body! Thanks for being our "oldest." You are such an example to your brothers and sister. I love you. Mom

 Now onto this little bundle of energy. Lucy turned two this week. And boy did she get the memo that when you are TWO you are in your TERRIBLE TWOS. She is still an absolute doll, but in a matter of a week, Lucy has started getting timeouts, learned to throw things, hit, yell and throw some great tantrums. I chalk it up to an amazing, powerful woman...who needs a little discipline I guess. It really isn't my favorite stage, but DANG, when they are your own child...all is forgiven. Happy Birthday sweet girl!!!

PS. Lucy does have other clothes, I just took these pics impromptu.

Wednesday Warriors!

So my friend Jeanne came up with a fun idea to get out every Wed with our girls. We are going to take turns thinking of ideas of what to do. The best part is, depending on who is in charge...it is a surprise! I was told today to wear comfortable shoes and casual attire. How fun! I love surprises.  We ended up driving out to fountain hills. It is a one of the top five tallest fountains in the WORLD. It is right here in AZ and I have never been before. We walked...talked...drank soda and enjoyed the view. There was even a little splash pad for the girls to play. What a fun way to spend our wed morning. Now it's my turn to plan next week! I can't wait. Thanks Jeanne for the idea.

Weston Turns Nine!

We decided to do birthdays different this year. It is my kids year to have a friend party but we wanted to also keep it on a budget...so we ended up giving them $50 to spend on the party. It has been fun to see Aubrey and Weston plan their own parties and to also have them be creative with the funds. Weston and Jake came up with this awesome game/basketball party. Weston invited LOTS of boys to play x-box and wii on big projection screens. We held it at the church.  Most of the night the boys just played basketball/ speed and video games.  It was a boy paradise...not a lot of rules and lots of space. I loved that it wasn't at my house and all the energy had a place to go. I loved Weston's choice of Nacho's for the food and a simple cake. It was a fun and easy birthday and Weston came away saying it was the "best one so far!" He has had some amazing ones in the past...so that's SOMETHING! The only bad part is the lighting at the church is awful and I didn't get one good picture. So these are for memories only.  Sure love Weston. 

 

Today we are going to Grimaldi's...(it's tradition) to finish off the Birthday fun. So grateful today to have our amazing family to spend time with. Birthdays always make me sappy and emotional. I guess I just realize how quickly time really does pass; how such a short time ago Weston was born...and now he is NINE. It really is crazy. The other day I was out to lunch with only Lucy and an older woman stopped me to say "Cherish this time...it really does fly by." I know how true those words are, and even though I wish I could slow it down.  I am just grateful to be given the gift of motherhood and life and want to remember that every day.

Weston loved all of his presents. He got a lot of legos...(his favorite) and cash!

Grandma and Grandpa Watkins even made an appearance to spoil him some more.

The requested "only chocolate" cake.

Look at his crazy group of boys. They were all very well behaved and great. I am so grateful Weston has such great friends to grow up with.