Four Jingle Bells

Nothing like double chin smiles.... or playing with daddy!

Thanks to Emily for helping sew wings onto Hailey's bat costume. I was in a panic when I found out that wings on Hailey's back wouldn't be enough, they had to be under her arms! Bad picture of kids but good of pumpkins.=) Nana Bell was so sweet to send a fun Halloween package. The kids love getting mail from Nana!!

My Life as a Domestic Artist: Have you tried...plus a GIVEAWAY! I would be remiss =) if I didn't share my awesome friend Donna and her cooking/cleaning/sewing/funning blog with you!! She is such a fun girl and will never steer you wrong!=)

Two "Angels" Brookey now! She has grown so much. She is still a wonderful, happy, great baby. Only wakes up around once or twice a night. The kids love her like crazy! First time going to church together. Already deep in thought

Blake hit and survived the big 3-0 a month ago. He is such a great husband, father, friend, etc. I'm not one of those who likes to go on and on on the blog about the hubby and such, but he is pretty great! Spencer is great too and lucky to have his bday 3 days before his dads. If I was a more patient pregnant woman, he could have been born on Blake's birthday, but if you have been pregnant during Vegas summer, you would want that baby out! Spencer is a super sweet, happy, carefree kid and we are so lucky to have him!! Even his two year old fits aren't that bad. Nana was here for his birthday and saved the Nemo cake I was attempting to create. She did a great job, don't you think? Blake's birthday cake request: Kraft Boxed Cheesecake. It really is great!! The best toy ever...a car city! Even Hailey loves it. It has kept Spencer busy and happy since he got it! And he is wearing a tag he got with a tool set. He put it on and said "Like Daddy" because...

Before Brookey arrived, we did some fun things while it was stinking hot!! Spencer's first painting experience. Made some bows and a board to hold them Went to a children's museum with our playgroup and had a great time!!!

Blake's dad wasn't feeling very well so he stayed home while Spencer napped. They watched a car auction and every time something was sold, they would yell "sold" together. This is the picture of them yelling sold. Good times! Blake's mom was able to come for a week and visit after Brooke was born. It was so great to have her. She is a calming influence on me and the crazy kids!!! Plus, she did my mountain of laundry. What more could I ask for?! Papa, Jordan, Jon, Kellie, and Spencer were able to come last weekend and hang out. We got to feed the ducks (and nasty pigeons) at the park, go shopping at the outlets (got $350 worth of kid's clothes for $80), went to Fry's, and In N Out. It was a great visit and we are pretty excited to have them back. Spencer "resting" with Brooke. He is so gentle with his sister. Minus biting her toes a few times. The awesome tent that Kellie and Spencer brought for the kids. Hailey and papa. He helped braid one...