Oh Kyle

So my little Kyle has always been very curious and is already asking questions that I can't answer. Nothing a little trip to the library can't fix. So we have been checking out kids books on other countries. Right now, it is China.
"Here is what Chinese money looks like," I say. "Here is what the Chinese alphabet looks like. Here is a city in China."
Kyle is looking very intently at each picture.
"And here is a picture of Chinese boys and girls in their classroom."
Kyle, still looking intently, says, "Mom, why are they so sleepy?"

The Boys

Couldn't Agree More

This was forwarded to me-


I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.

~Thomas Jefferson

Happy Birthday Blake

Blake is officially 2 years old today. I can hardly believe it.
I was looking back at some of his baby pictures and it really is amazing how fast they change.




His baby fine hair used to stick straight up, no matter what we did with it.






I guess it's true that you do eventually see pictures like this and smile instead of see a huge mess.



Wow, I just love this little guy so much. He has the sweetest spirit and is so affectionate. He loves to cuddle which is why I call him "Cuddle Bug." I feel so blessed to have him.

I love you Blake!

Growing Up

Within three days Blake grew out of 3 pairs of pajamas, he peed in the potty and he moved into a big boy bed. He must know he is turning two in a few days.
I know he is turning two because his new solution to every problem is to hit mom. He is still sweet and cuddly, but he now has a temper.
Moving from the crib has been unbelievable. I know I shouldn't compare, but...when Kyle moved to a big boy bed it was so hard. He jumped on his bed, kicked the wall, played, came out of his room, cried, screamed and jumped around some more. But Blake just walks in, climbs in bed, and closes his eyes. I check on him three or four times, amazed that he is actually asleep. It is pretty cool.


Please ignore the shockingly ugly wall paper in the background. I am in the process of fixing up Blake's room. Pictures of his newly decorated room should be coming in the next few weeks.
So I guess I can't call Blake my baby anymore. I sure still feel like he is. I even feel like that with Kyle, who is almost 5. Time marches on. Better enjoy them while they are young.

New Snowmobile

We were given a new "beel." It is anything but new. However, we have already had lots of fun on it. Here it is:


Kyle is starting to be quite a good driver. He listens well, is careful and can maneuver pretty well. Although he was only allowed to drive the small snowmobile, not this big one.
So, here it is, our fulfillment of the commandment to have "wholesome recreational activities."

Blakers

I love this little cookie face :)

January Thaw

It has been beautiful for a couple of days now, so outside we went to let the kids release some pent up energy.


Straight to the mud they went! Boys.
Kyle is wearing his ridiculous Spongebob coat. Why is it that they always love to wear the ugliest clothes in their closet?


Who needs a cup of water when there is delicious muddy snow? Mmmm.


Kyle was betrayed by beloved Dumptruck when it got stuck and he crashed. (He got lots of love and cuddles before and after I took this picture.)


Here is Rachel, who I babysit. She loves Kyle and Blake and does what they do. Cute! It has been fun to watch her grow. My boys really love her too.

Snowmobiles

While my family in Arizona enjoys 70 degree weather, we are stuck with lots of cold and snow. So we might as well enjoy it. It helps if you have a snowmobile or two. Uncle Mike let my kids use the "kitty cat," which is a little kids snowmobile. So we got Kyle and Blake together with cousins Jake and Allie and had fun.

Kyle very quickly got the hang of driving. Guess playing Mario Kart has helped a little.


Dad drove Blake around. Of course he loved it, kept saying "ride, ride."


Cute little Blake all bundled up. It was a beautiful day to be out, sunny and quite warm for January in Northern Utah. It was fun. We may have to get the kids a kitty cat of their own next winter.

Learning Something New

Kyle wrote his name! I thought it was just so cool that he did this! It was during his first day as a CTR 5. Way to go Kyle.
Wow, he's growing up more and more every day.