Too precious not to keep

Aubrey can just be so darn sweet sometimes. I never want to forget last night and how she went the extra mile. The house was clean and I had a beautiful daughter to come home too. I am so grateful the Lord sent such an amazing soul to our family. #shecamethisway

Phoenix LDS Temple

We were so excited to go and see the Phoenix Temple as a family. However, we were finding it hard to find the time to go there. It is only open until the end of October so we decided to play hooky and go today. We had a great time together. My kids loved the temple and I think they are so lucky to be able to see inside TWO new temples here in ARIZONA.

 

I got such a kick out of seeing Lucy in the little booties.

I sure love this little family the Lord has blessed us with. I especially loved being in the temple with them. I got a little teary eyed in the Celestial room.  I often feel the closest to Samantha when I am in the temple. So it was so special to have all of my family together with me.

 I kinda got the idea to just go during school hours from this pretty lady.

I am so grateful I married my sweetheart in a beautiful temple.

 I can't get a good picture of the boys these days. Especially Spencer. I kept thinking he is gonna be a goof during family pictures...so just embrace this stage.

My kids got a kick out of riding the bus to and from the temple parking lot. What a fun and priceless day. I am so glad we made the trip!

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.