Bubble Bath

Lately Jamis has grown quite fond of bath time. So being the good mom that I am, I decided to let him have a little fun and take a bubble bath. Man, you would've thought I put him in a bath full of scary monsters. I practically had to get in with him to show him he wasn't going to get swallowed up by the big bad bubbles. It cracks me up how he has no fear when it comes to huge dogs, running off by himself, jumping off high objects, or loud noises, but you put a few bubbles in the picture and watch out. After a lot of convincing he finally realized that this was a not a punishment and he actually had a lot of fun. As for me though, maybe I'm not as nice as a mom as I think I am, but I definitely think I'll wait a little bit longer before I try the bubble bath again.

Christmas 2009

Christmas was a lot of fun this year. We started a new tradition for our family, one that Devan grew up with, 12 Days of Christmas- Secret Santa style. It was a BLAST. All 12 nights we would ding dong ditch some presents on our secret families door step and run. I cannot believe I've never done this before. It is awesome. We had a few close calls and one twisted ankle, but they never found out it was us. Our secret family next year better watch out because I'm already making plans.
Unfortunately Devan had to work on Christmas Day so we celebrated on the 24th. All month Jamis was fascinated with the lights, tree, ornaments, paper, pictures, and nativities. He didn't quite know what to think of opening presents though. Who cared what was in the box, he just wanted the box. Future younger siblings can thank Jamis when all they get for their first few Christmas's is empty boxes!


Christmas Eve we also had a few friends over for our traditional Ham Feast. Yummy dinner, good friends, and Peanut Butter Pie, what more could you ask for.
Christmas Day Jamis and I visited Daddy at work and then joined our second family, the Arne's, for Christmas Dinner and fun. I am so thankful this Christmas Season for Family, Friends, and most of all for my Savior.

Little Bro at it again

Check out this clip that has been airing in Washington about my little baby bro.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgOv8MogJdk

Happy Holidays

The Holidays are always such a fun time. Getting dressed up...
Going to parties...
Seeing if your presents taste any good.

Most of all though, its the joy of meeting Santa for the first time!

Merry Christmas everyone.

1st Hair Cut

Since it seems I no longer have a "baby" as much anymore, but a "big boy" we thought it was time to part with the small wings that had grown beside his ears.


He had the hardest time trying to see what was being done to him.
Oh, so nice! No more scraggles.

Seriously mom, what did you do to me!!!

Heaven on Earth

November was a dream come true for us in so many ways. Devan did a month long rotation with Plastic Surgery Department at the University of Utah Hospital, so we were able to spend a much needed month "home." We stayed with our good friends the Nicholsons (thanks guys so much for putting us up for a month) and were able to visit with many more friends and family.


We started the month off with Jamis getting his first real illness. The night we got there he spiked a fever which was quickly followed by our other flu friends. It took about two weeks for him to let me off the couch with him, but once he decided he was better he mastered the art of climbing stairs. Once again big thanks and round of applause for the Nicholson Family for housing us and our barf boy.

With Jamis on the mend, Thanksgiving had arrived and this year that meant, 1st BIRTHDAYS, family coming to town, and a trip to the temple.

We were super lucky to have a doc in NC let us use his cabin up Big Cottonwood Canyon. I still chuckle when I say "cabin" because this place was more along the lines of a 5 star resort.
Jamis loved exploring every nook

My whole family came in (except my sis who's about to pop with daughter #2) Thanksgiving Day for some grub and fun. We had a blast playing in the snow, talking, eating, ice skating, and most of paint balling.

As usual, Jamis was the center of it all.


Saturday the 28th made the top 3 best days of my life list though. We were finally able to take Jamis to the temple and make him officially part of our ETERNAL family. It was indescribable how sweet the feelings were in the room that day. Jamis was so calm, almost like he knew what was going on. When the sealer said that we were a forever family, Jamis started clapping, completely unprompted. I know he knows what a great birthday present he received. I'm so glad we got to share it with so many of our family and friends.

Jamis is all his Great Grandparents


After the sealing we all went to lunch were Jamis was finally able to dig into his birthday cake.



He defiantly made up for lost sugar exposure


It was sad to leave Utah and all our dear friends behind, but are crossing our fingers that we're able to go back for fellowship. Until then we're just going to have to manage getting by living on the beach for another year and a half.

October

October was full of awe and wonder for our little bug. Every month I'm amazed at all that he is learning. He is ALL boy and is never found far from one of his many trucks (he even has sound effects to boot). I love watching him be proud of himself for all his new tricks.

"Look at me Mom, riding standing up!"

Ever since Jamis was born I've had a blast dressing him up and I finally got to do it without strange looks from people. Say hello to our true "Chunky Monkey."

He didn't mind wearing the costume, but couldn't quite figure out what the tail was all about. He wore it proudly though and won the best dressed contest at our Ward's trunk-or-treat

"Is mom looking? OK, good! Candy here I come!!!"

I SO cannot wait 'til next Halloween!!!