I hate carving pumpkins

So I realized a few years ago that I really don't enjoy carving pumpkins. I don't mind cutting to top off and cleaning the guts out, but I just don't like attempting to carve a face into the thing. Carving pumpkins is just NOT one of my talents--although I do love the look of a nice jack-o-latern glowing with candle light. So anyways, for now here's my compromise--at least for the past few years (the kids can actually create their own pumpkin instead of watching us use the sharp knives that they aren't allowed to use):

We are deifnately not in "Canada" anymore

So the "Canada" I grew up in and the "Canada" Mike grew up in are VERY different. In this post, I am talking about "my Canada"--you know, the one 1 & 1/2 hours north of Seattle.

It started raining VERY (and I mean VERY) lightly while I was picking the girls up from school today and here are some of the funny reactions I saw:

"Wow, it's actually raining"

"Quick get under the shelter"

"Bring the scarecrows in NOW!!"

And Tyson pointed at the rain drops like he had never witnessed this thing called "rain!"

Coming from a place that really rains just about every Halloween, I couldn't help but chuckle a little. Although I really do love the rain, from a practical stand point it's kind of nice that we don't get a lot of it:)

2004--A rainy afternoon with nothing to do!

I remember calling Mike at work because it was raining and I didn't know what to do with the kids. He said "let them play out in the rain"--of course they loved it (why didn't I think about that?!)

He still has a few things to learn:

You are a BOY not a GIRL

The underwear goes on your bum NOT your head (oh and the pee goes in the potty NOT on the carpet)

True Confessions

I took the girls to see High School Musical 3 this morning. Here are a few "confessions" I have about the experience:

• I was seriously more excited than my kids to see HSM3


• I teared up at the end of the movie


• I wish I could dance like the kids in HSM


• I thought Zac Effron was HOT in it!


• I came home and looked up music videos from the movie on youtube

2 For 2

Kya got recognized as "Student of the Quarter" today at school. Congratulations Kya!! Jordan got the same award her first "quarter" in Kindergarten too, so now all the pressure is on Tyson:) I am so proud of my good little girl.

Principal Lee giving Kya her award

Kya and Frankie--who also got an award

(this is the butt kiss boy, so I had to put his picture in)Kya with her award

Congratulations!!!

It's Coming

Do you guys know Halloween is less than 10 days away??? I can't believe how quickly it has crept up this year. So here's my dilema: I know what the kids are going to be, but NOT Mike and I...that is the tough part. I really hate to spend money on our (meaning me and Mike) cosutmes. I have no problem forking out $15-20 for the kids but when it's for us, it just doesn't seem worth it. So any suggestions? I know, if you have an amazing idea you'll keep it for yourself but I can hope.

2004 (eaiest, quickest, cheapest costume EVER)

2006 (BYU fans! My face was completely BLUE, so I am glad there are no pictures of ME that night)

2007 (I was "pregnant" and Mike was my doctor. There isn't a good pic of my belly, but it was pretty realistic--for a 12 month pregnant lady)

My Baby Boy is THREE!!

I really can't believe how fast Tyson is growing up! It seems like he's been a part of our family forever, yet it seems like just yesterday that he was my little baby:(

A couple days old--one of my favorite pictures!! 7 Months One Year
Two Years Three Years and growing up TOO fast!

A Party for a 3-year-old??

Yes, we had a birthday party for Tyson today! We had 10 little ones--and their mom's (did you think I was crazy?). It actually went pretty smoothly, although I didn't get a chance to take many pictures--gee, I wonder why? Tyson was so sweet--very excited to blow out candles, open presents and play with his friends.

Tyson and his little friend Gavin got into the cake before I got a picture. I didn't mind, since it is "typical" Tyson behavior:)

Some of the kids squished at the table eating cake--we need to get a bigger table (and more chairs)!
Tyson was SO looking forward to blowing out the candles--he did a fabulous job!
Tyson's Goody Bag
Tyson with one of his new motorcycles!

(Thanks for all the presents guys)
I love this video because the girls were completely scared of popping balloons at this age--but our little boy LOVES it!