New Pictures...

Over the past few weeks, I snapped a few pictures of all three kids. (It's a record.)
I thought I'd share how cute they turned out!

Birthdays Galore!

August is a large birthday month for our family! Connelly turned five on Thursday and Oaklyn turned six on Saturday! We had two parties for the first time this year. It was a little chaotic, but it was fun to celebrate their parties separately. Connelly had a pirate party, and Oaklyn had a girly pinkalicious party.


Here's Oakers opening presents Saturday morning.


Here are the two cutest cakes I've ever seen. My sister in law Jessica made them for us. Isn't she so talented!!??! I absolutely loved them. I got to take some pictures of her new little one Gracie, and this is one of them. Oh my gosh she's cute! It's so fun that my two new nieces will have so much in common and I'm sure they'll grow up to be great friends some day!


Here are the "glamor shots" we took of the girls at Oak's party! With the help of several sweet friends and family, we did each girl's hair, make-up, and nails. Then I took their pictures. :) (Thanks Natasha for your sweet lights).


Short on time, but wanted to post a few pics of the crazy weekend.

My beautiful niece, started teaching...my b-day.

I started teaching at Dixie yesterday, and I'm really excited. It might take me a few weeks to adjust to the new schedule, but that's ok. I have to be at Dixie by 8 am. What was I thinking!?!? Ha ha...I'll be fine. :)

We got to go up to Salt Lake this last weekend to spend a little time with Dan's friends at a bbq and we had a blast. (Sorry no pics...forgot the cam cam). While we were up there, I got to take some pictures of Ayla (Chris and Staci's baby). She is absolutely adorable.

Last week I turned 28. I honestly forgot how old I was turning. How embarrassing is that!?!?! I had to do the math 2009-1981...ha ha 28. I couldn't remember! I had a fun day. My cute hubby took me out to lunch (and even found a sitter) to the new Brick Oven in St. George. It was really yummy. (Thank you for tending, Amber!) Then, I was lucky enough to have Bunko night on my birthday! My cute friends got me a gift card to Tai Pan! How awesome huh! I wish I had some pictures, but I'm not sure where my little camera is at the moment.

The post Dan wrote about me cracked me up because I remember that day like it was yesterday. That was so funny when he forgot my birthday. I was surprisingly nice to him about that!

Other than that I'm staying busy (is there a better word...BUSY in all caps might be a little better description). All things thrifty is so much fun. We have had a lot of feedback and a lot of people like it. That's always fun...to be involved in something that a lot of people like! Please spread the word to your friends (if you want) :).

Dan is staying busy and I get to help him out in the office a few times a week, so that's fun to go and see him. The kids really miss him now that we don't live right through the wall anymore.

Well, I'd better go jump in the shower...since it is 1:30 in the afternoon!

Happy Birthday Brooke!

Happy Birthday to Brooke! I know this is my first post in who knows how long... but I couldn't pass up the chance to tell everyone what a wonderful, amazing, talented, beautiful, smart wife I have. For those of you who don't know, six years ago today, I forgot her birthday. She was 9 months pregnant with Oaklyn, and it was the week before school started. That year I was in Student Gov. at SUU and Brooke was on Pres. Ambassadors. We both had separate retreats the whole week and had hardly seen each other. Well on that day, I got up early and left, and it didn't even cross my mind that it was her birthday. In fact we ran into each other in the Student Center and talked a few minutes and I said nothing. Brooke says this is when she knew I had forgotten. So later that day, Liz went out and bought a Happy Birthday banner and balloons and decorated our apartment. When Jordon and I got home, this is the best part, I walked through the door and said, "who's birthday is it". I know, I know... and she was 9 months prego! Anyway, needless to say she forgave me and every year without a doubt, at least 5 people remind me the day before not to forget her b-day. So HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Thanks for being my best friend and being the best mom in the world. I look up to you in so many ways you will never know. Marrying you was the best decision I have and will ever make in my life. I don't think you ever give yourself enough credit on how talented you are and realize how many people turn to you for everything. That says a lot in itself. You are such a good mom to our kids, and they love you so much. Sometimes I wonder how you do it all? I hope you have a great day because you deserve it! Love you, Dan.

New Moon Trailer!

The latest and greatest of the "crazy lady"

I have to admit, I feel a little CRAZY lately with everything going on, but that's just life around here. It doesn't seem like a normal week if I'm not a stress case!



Londyn is officially a water LOVER...she hopped into the bucket at the primary water party. (It was supposed to be the bucket the kids filled their water guns in)...ummmm she thought it was her personal swimming pool. Oaklyn was being shy, but Connelly had a blast.


Oaklyn is growing up so fast. Doesn't she look so grown up in these pictures. I HAVE A FIRST GRADER...WoW.

I am officially a prOcRASTINAtor. Ok if you know me well, you know that I work best under pressure. But, I now officially have about 10 days before I start teaching at Dixie College (2 classes), and I am NOT even close to being ready. What a slacker I am. (I am REALLY excited though) I guess I got a Master's degree, why not use it right?

My cute little niece Gracie got released from the NICU on Sunday. I'm so happy she has done so well. What's up with having NICU babies in my family? AYLA, GRACIE, WYATT, and KAITLYN. It makes me VERY grateful for modern medicine.

I just need to say something quickly...I LOVE GREAT FRIENDS...who care about each other. (ok...you know who you all are I hope).

During the chaos I started my new "thrifty" blog and I think people really like it. Everyone who has talked to me about it has nothing but great things to say. That makes me feel good.

My photography has started to pick up a bit, and that also makes me feel good. If you haven't been on my photo blog lately, check it out. I've been lucky to take some darling pictures lately.

I also got a new calling. I'm the Stake Sports information specialist. I'm excited.

Oh, and along that same subject, Dan and I are going to be playing on a co-ed softball team. That might be interesting, but honestly I am REALLY excited. I loved to play "back when" so hopefully the skills will come back...will they?? Is it like riding a bike...I doubt it. lol.

A few things I'm toggling with: Should I get a mini van? (Something about pushing a button and doors open and shut is VERY tempting). Should I go private on my blog? Give me your opinion.

In case you are wondering...only 78 days before HALLOWEEN!

Crazy lady...OUT.

Another room completed.

I can't decide if I should paint this room, so I'm going to leave it for a few weeks and decide. I'm having a struggle with what color I should paint it. I'm having a BLAST decorating though...I'm sure you're all surprised at that.

We decided to put the two girls together at the new house since they were already accustomed to being in the same room. I don't think it hurts them to share. I think it turned out so cute. The dot rugs are my favorite! Gotta love IKEA!

Random I know, but I wanted to show this pretty sunset that happened the other day. I love that Dan is bending over in the picture. :)

Did you think I stopped couponing?

I FINALLY did the Alberston's deal today. I've been meaning to go for days, but I couldn't bring myself to fight the kids alone. :) SO....here is what I got. (I missed out on a few deals because they were out, but I still got some SWEET prices).

I spent right around $20.00 and saved $98.00. YES $98.00. WOOT WOOT!

Happy Birthday Grandma Julie!

We love you Grandma Julie!

I tried for two hours to upload a video of my kids singing happy birthday to Grandma Julie, and I couldn't get it to work. So much for my master plan!

We hope you had a great day. The kids just adore you and you are such a fantastic mom, friend, and grandma. We hope you know how special you are. Thank you for your loving example and your energetic, out-going personality! We love you!

The leaf wall.

I've had a lot of people ask how I made my leaf wall. If you want to know how, go to my new blog and I explain it! :) OR CLICK HERE!

Here's another picture of it with the desk in the office!