Talking Myles

Myles is sure talking a lot lately! He seems to be talking more then Jack at this age. He repeats almost EVERYTHING he hears - so you have to be careful about what you say around him, lol.

He is really into saying his colors. Some of his favorites:

Yellow

Green

Orange

Blue

Black

Pink (?)

He also loves to race with Bree. He will say "ready, set, GO" - it's too cute.

When we go to get him in the morning, we usually put him in our bed so we can ATTEMPT to get more sleep, which usually doesn't work. He likes to push on my face and say Mom over and over. Then he'll do it to Dusty and say "Moms asleep". It's pretty funny - we'll, right now it's funny but not really at 6am.

He will repeat anything his brother and sister says. For some reason, he refuses to say Grandma - but, if he hears Bree say it, he usually will do it. We also have to work on him to say Jordyn which he is stubborn about too. But, when he does say it, it's very cute. Kindof sounds like "jornn".

And, his favorite things to say (besides Mom) are Jackson and Bree. Just a minute ago he asked me, "where's Jackson and Bree go". Oh my he loves his brother and sister!


Anyways, gotta love My little guy.

Flood Update

So, as most of you know our basement flooded last Friday! What a pain!! It flooded our hallway, Jack's room, the laundry room and a little part of my scrapbook room. We are very thankful it didn't do more damage though. We discovered it late Friday night, so Dusty and I had to clean it all up. Then we called our insurance company the next morning to get things going. They've had to take out part of our laundry room wall and they'll fix the carpet, but that's about the damage - which is good! The company that has been doing the repairs has been fantastic!! So, if you're ever in need of a good disaster clean up company, let me know...

Rough Day - Rough Year!

I've really been missing my dad today. Well, every day I miss him - but especially today. It seems when things get rough for me, or I get stressed out - I miss him more!!

I miss him telling me that everything will be ok. I miss his jokes. I miss his smile. I miss his hugs. I miss not being able to call him to babysit the kids.

I just miss him - that's all!

Everyone says it's all in God's hands and God's time. I have a hard time believing that. Dad was taken way too early, and way too young. I never thought I'd be without him at my age. I never thought my kids would loose their grandpa when they are so young.

It's just hard. I'm so glad that he's not suffering anymore - but, I just want to talk to him again.

California

Dusty and I took a quick trip to California with his mom and dad. John and I had meetings for the Rose Parade (which we are going to next year), but those meeting were short and we were able to enjoy the rest of the days there. Tuesday was our meeting day, Wednesday we went to a band show and also went to Hard Rock Cafe and to see the Hollywood walk of fame. Then Thursday was Disneyland - it was crazy busy, but if you know me, you know that doesn't stop me from going to Disneyland! And then Friday we came home. It was hard being away from the kids for so long, but we had a great time.

December Catch Up

Here are a few pictures of Myles birthday. He had a great birthday and was spoiled as usual!

We also started a new tradition this year with the Miller family. We did a progressive dinner so that we could see every one's decorations. It was a long night, but fun. We had soup at our house which I think everyone liked. We had our good friend Pancho with us, which we loved having him there!

Christmas was great - a little too short, but still good. The kids apparently had been good all year because they got spoiled! We also had my mom with us which we loved! The kids liked having her there to see them open all their presents.

Myles turned 2 yesterday - what a fast two years it has been. He is such a joy to our family and certainly the life of the party!

We love you Myles. Happy Birthday.

Peanut Butter Fudge

So, I tried this recipe for Peanut Butter Fudge, and it was delicious! It's from Today's Creative Blog - I have tried a few of her recipes and all of them have been great! (http://todayscreativeblog.net/).

Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

3 C. Sugar

3/4 C. Butter

3/4 C. evaporated Milk

4 HEAPING tablespoons Peanut Butter

7 oz jar of marshmallow cream

1 C. Nuts (chopped) I don’t always use nuts.

1 teaspoon vanilla

1. Combine sugar, butter and milk in med sauce pan

2. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.

3. Continue to boil, stirring for 5 min over med heat. (I usually stir until about 234-238 degree’s)

4. Remove from heat

5. Add Peanut butter, stir til melted

6. Add marshmallow cream, nuts and vanilla

7. Pour into buttered 9×9 in pan. ( I use a larger one since I like my fudge thinner.)