Memories...

Here are the directions:

1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I have had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember. This can be about me, T, or Owen.

2. Next, repost these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It is actually pretty funny to see the responses.

Now don't be scared... if you haven't ever left a comment, now is the time! :)

Traditions!

It just dawned on me that I didn't ever write about our rodeo and parade fun! I LOVE TRADITION... any kind, any sort. Holiday parties, weekly rituals - and of course, the Lehi Rodeo and the parades.

This year wasn't any different - We all sat in front of the store in our "reserved" seats with our Mt. Dews and Diet Cokes and talked and laughed. The parade isn't all that great, but the kids loved it! Owen was actually in it with Papa Fire Guy and Dad in the fire truck - but that only lasted about half way thru the route. When he saw everyone sitting out in front of the party store, he wanted to get out and play! So he got the best of both worlds. In the fire truck he got to throw candy out (a lot of it ended up in his lap or mouth first) and wave to everyone- and then he got to watch the rest of the parade, too!

He absolutely LOVED the marching bands! He would dance and jump and march until he couldn't hear them anymore - even though they were 5 blocks away! It was hilarious.

After the parade, we went to the rodeo. Between the cows, horses, clowns, snowcones, hamburgers, licorice ropes, and dancing/kicking in the dirt, we were ready to go about half way thru! The kids had a blast - and I wouldn't have missed it, not because I really truly like it - but if you live in Lehi, you have to go to the rodeo! (I dragged my hubby and Papa and Sardee) What else can I say? FUN TIMES!! :)

Potty Training

This is a celebration picture!! Owen finally went poo-poo in the toilet! And boy was he excited! We told him we could get a new fast scooter, and so dad picked out the fastest one they make, along with a batman mask - and Owen was thrilled! He wanted to sleep with his scooter and the mask that night. He has ridden the scooter inside and out, and the mask has had it's travels, too! I am proud to say that it has been a couple of weeks and he is now progressed to going all by himself. He doesn't want any help AT ALL! Yeah! Yippee Skippee!! Hooray! No more diapers! (for now) Good job, Owen! (sidenote: I can barely look at Owen with the mask on without laughing. It just cracks me up to see the profile of this pointy nose and the pointy ears!)

Water Fun

Bubba had so much fun in the water this past weekend... on the 4th of July, he played in Macie's swimming pool most of the day, and then the next day, he got to go boating with Benj and "Sardee"... He had SO MUCH FUN! Owen is kind of a wimp when it comes to certain things - he hates loud sounds (like motors), and hates water on his face... but he surprised us and LOVED the whole boating experience! He loved the wind in his face when we were going fast (and didn't mention the loud motor), he jumped right into the lake and got wet all over (even his face), and he got on the tube with Sarah and wasn't even scared! Now I know what our next big purchase should be! It was so fun to watch him having a blast! Thanks to Benj and Sarah and their family for inviting us!

No I'm not having TWINS!

For crying out loud! I get asked once a day lately if I'm sure I'm not having twins. At first I didn't think much of it, but lately I just want to scream "NO I'M NOT HAVING TWINS - I'M JUST FREAKING FAT, OK?" I really don't feel FAT, just pretty dang big. Anyhow, here are some pictures...I actually have two months left, but I am positive this little girl is going to come early. (Please, please, please!)

The first picture is with my good friend Jammie, who is due in 11 days. Hmmm... we are about the same size, aren't we? (you suck, Jam) I have to give a disclaimer that this picture was taken way too early in the morning, so don't look at my hair...

I do have to say that the other day someone asked when I was due, and I got the same response as usual (REALLY?)... but there was another pregnant lady standing there, and she said, "I'm due in September, too!" I told her I was glad we were about the same size, because people keep asking if I'm having twins, 'cause I am so big. She then informed me that she IS HAVING TWINS! No wonder I have a complex.