Happy Birthday To TURTLE!!!

I just have to give a shout out to my Hubby and wish him the HAPPIEST of Birthday's today! Words don't adequately express how much I LOVE and ADMIRE this guy!
Just a few of my favorite things about my sweet hubby!
~ Doting Daddy!
~Hardworking
~Driven
~ Willing to go without so me and the kids get whatever we need!
~ Handsome as ever!
~Physically active... I mean really is there any sport you don't participate in Turtle?
~ Easy to shop for... pretty much anything in REI will suit his fancy!
~Good with our finances.
~Not afraid to change some pretty nasty diapers.
~Takes all three kids so I can have some "Girl Time!"

Overall... just the best all around guy! Love ya babe!

One Month, are you Serious?

I still can't believe it, but Miss Courtney is ONE MONTH old!!! Time is flying! She is super sweet, and the boys dote on her like you wouldn't believe! I love how protective they are and how much they love to hold her, feed her, pick out her hair bows, clothing, pajamas, diapers etc. She is very well taken care of.

~At this point in the game she gets up between once and twice a night to eat.

~She loves to be held. When I say love, I mean REALLY and truly love it... that's all she wants somedays.

~She weighs about 9 lbs, that's just an estimate using my scale and weighing myself with and without her.

~She is growing out of Newborn size clothing way fast, 0-3 month clothes actually don't swamp her anymore.

~She likes to swing (like the boys!) but not for as long of duration.

~She loves her daddy, and personally I think she has him wrapped around her little finger, but I could be wrong.

~She loves those Soothie Binkies and wants nothing to do with the cute little MAM binkies that I paid SIX BUCKS for!

All in all, she is a bundle of love and we are grateful she is healthy and happy just like our fabulous sons!

My Big Boy!

About two weeks ago, Jake came to Turtle and told him that his tooth was bugging him. Turtle being the fantastic dad that he is decided to feel it, discovering that Jake had not one but TWO loose teeth! We have been talking to Jake about it over the past couple of weeks to let them know that his teeth would fall out and the tooth fairy would come! I wanted to make sure Jake understood this so it didn't scare him... blood and stuff tends to make him a bit nervous! Fast forward to lastnight...

I was working on finalizing everything for a get together at my house. Jake comes in the kitchen and says, "Mom, I think I'm bleeding, and it's yucky!" Turtle was home looked in his mouth and told Jake it was time for that tooth to come out. They went in the bathroom, Turtle worked his magic and VOILA!!! The tooth came OUT!!!! Jake was so excited about this that he wanted his other one out too. So... Jake lost his first and second tooth in the same night! Talk about luck!

I asked Jake how much he thought the tooth fairy was going to bring him, he replied, "One hundred dollars!" I don't know where that tooth fairy lives, but I am pretty sure she doesn't live on Imperial Oak!

Almost Springtime...

Today was BEAUTIFUL outside! It was irresistable!! We had to get out! The boys wanted to ride bikes so I decided, I would do it! I would venture out with all three kids, and the silly canine! I bundled up little Courtney... I will let the picture speak for itself, and the boys in their jackets and off we went! It was so pleasant outside! Not even a BREEZE! It was great! Magellan loved being out in the open air for a purpose other than pottying, and frankly, I loved the walk! (Can't wait to run... but hey the walk was FABULOUS!)
Who Said Eskimos don't live in Utah!

Yesterday the boys were invited to Gramma's and Grampa's for some much needed fun with their cousin! They had a BALL! They were so excited to go play with their cousin and as if that wasn't cool enough, they got to go to Grammas with out MOMMY! How cool is that? (apparently my parents are much cooler than I am!) When we got there they were expounding some pent up energy on the trampoline! It really brought back memories of when I was a kid. I would play outside for HOURS! Whether it was riding my bike, or jumping on the tramp, or playing steal the flag with the neighbors, I remember being outside from the time my chores were done (okay maybe not always!) til when my mom yelled for me to come in! I hope my boys have the same active life. I had so much fun as a kid. I am motivated to get them outside to do some exercise everyday! (probably be more proactive when little Courtney is a bit older!

After dinner with my parents Joe passed out on the couch! (his preferred place of resting!) Jake decided to build a tower. The temptation was great. It was tugging at Turtle with a force that was undeniable... so yes, the two of them built a massive tower.... Like father like son??? You be the judge!

Milestones!

It has been a busy week in our house! We have had lots and lots of fun... okay not all fun and games, but a good mix of good and bad.

To start off the week, Turtle and I went to see the doctor about some complications I was having. After some minor torture, several tears on my part, and several FOUR letter words being exclaimed in my head, I am happy to report things are getting better, and I finally feel like I am on the mend. No more pain medicine = one happy mommy! I really don't like feeling dopey... and let's be honest just a little bit and I am completely off in my own little world.

Miss Courtney has also hit the two week mark. Holy cow! I can't believe it! It doesn't seem like that long at all! She is such a joy to have home! We all love her to pieces. The boys have been PHENOMENAL with her. I truly mean that. I couldn't ask for better boys! They have been great little helpers! They love to pick out her outfits, help give her bottles, help change diapers, and pick out hair bows! I am so BLESSED! Three children that LOVE eachother! What more could I ask for! At her most recent Dr. appt. she is proving to be a tiny little girl, but she is growing with the best of them! We are having so much fun!

Turtle and I celebrated 10 YEARS of marriage! No Really! TEN YEARS! (Feel free to send Turtle your condolences! he he he!) We celebrated by purchasing a nice camera and going out to dinner without children at a nice little restaurant downtown! IT WAS SCRUMPTIOUS! We had a great evening just being together! I am so grateful for my fabulous hubby. He does so much for me and our children! LIFESAVER is the only word I can use to describe him! After having Miss Courtney, he has been there for everything to help me get back on my feet. I am grateful he has the patience to tolerate my high strung, high stress self! Man I love this man!

Tonight we decided we would take the boys and have a little date just the four of us! We left the princess with Gramma and Grampa and we took the boys to the mall to ride the carousel, and of course the Elevator and the Escalator! SIMPLE JOYS! I love that my boys are completely thrilled for a simple night of cheese sticks, fries and elevator rides! They bring me so much happiness. I am so grateful for my boys! It was fun to just do whatever would make their day! Even riding the escalator 7 times each way... just the joy in their faces was enough to make my night! I have felt guilty for the past three weeks since I haven't been able to really do much. It was fun to just cater to what they wanted and see them get out of the house! Man I love being a mom!