Another reason to come visit us!

Just opened up down the street from us!!!!!
If you've ever been here, you'll want to book a flight immediately, if you haven't --then, that's one page of the book of life, that you'll want to read--or eat!

My new handbag (I hate the word Purse)

So, a couple weekends ago, a few friends and I went into New York to do a little Christmas shopping in Chinatown. I wish I would've taken pictures of all the bags I bought, but I did take one of mine. I actually bought it for my birthday, but had Brian wrap it up and give it to me for Christmas too!

It's a Dolce and Gabbana-knock-off of course!
I love New York! And it's so fun being so close. We've discovered a secret way to get in, so it doesn't cost a hundred dollars to park, and 5 hours of traffic getting through the Holland or Lincoln Tunnels. We park in Jersey City and there's a subway that takes you right onto 34th street. Except for this time, we took the subway from Jersey to the WTC, and it was so neat, because the subway actually comes above ground and drives really slow through ground zero so you can see everything.

Then we went and saw the Rockefeller Center tree and had lunch in a little Cucina there, right by the ice skating rink.
We left at 8 and got home at about 3 or 4! Perfect little half day trip!

My new favorite tradition!

Last night I started a new tradition with Aislee that I want to continue forever! I thought that maybe it would be fun to have her pick out a present for Easton and her Daddy and wrap it and put it under the tree. To teach her that Christmas is not just about receiving, but also that it's fun to give! So, we went to our favorite store: Target! She picked out the gifts all by herself. I want so bad to write what she picked out, but Brian would find out! I loved it too, because never once did she think about getting something for herself, she was so consumed with finding the right gift for her Dad and brother! Then, after shopping, we went to the little cafe inside Target and got popcorn and a drink! We had so much fun! I can't wait to do this again next year with her, and when Easton is old enough, it will be fun to take him too! Our own little Christmas date nights!

Up the Stairs We Go!

Easton found the stairs~and he LOVES going up them! Of course, Aislee showed him exactly how to do it, and was there every step of the way!

Allergic to Milk

You wouldn't think when you look at this little buddy that he is allergic to milk, but I'm afraid he is. It all started when around 9 months old, I tried introducing yogurt into his diet; he immediatly threw it up. When I talked to the doctor he thought it was a texture thing, then off and on I would try giving him something else dairy, and sometimes he was okay with it, and other times, throw it up. But recently Brian gave him a bite of his cereal, and with a little milk, he threw up and started wheezing. OH NO. So, I called the doctor again, and he thinks the worst: allergic. We need to keep him away from dairy until his next well visit. I hope he can grow out of it. I would love to hear from other moms who have gone through this, I mean.....what am I supposed to do? Milk is a huge part of our diets, and especially in little babies.

HAPPY DAY!

The blanky has been found!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brian got a call from the doctor, and he went and picked it up and surprised Aislee! We are so excited. To be honest, I really didn't care much for the blanky before this whole incident, but now, I love it almost as much as Ais does!
And we even took the new blanky back to Target, just like Aislee wanted to do. (which is unlike her to want to take anything back, she's a shopper just like her mommy)
Thanks everyone for the prayers! And blanky--you can stick around now for as long as you'd like!

In Memory of Aislee's Blankly

Beware: This might make you cry.
Yesterday I took Easton to the drs office to get a flu shot, and I let Aislee take her "blankly" inside. Somewhere from the patient room to our car, it got left behind. I called the office, and they said they haven't seen it, and every phone call I get, Aislee asks if it is the drs office calling about her blanky. Maybe it got dropped on the way to the car? We checked last night-no blanky. Aislee was so upset- so I took her to Target and I let her pick out a new one, and on the way to the car, she told me, she liked it but when we found her old blankly, she wants to take this new one back to the store. Then in the car she stared out the window probably wondering if her old blanky was warm and safe and if she was ever going to see it again, she started to cry. This morning, she pinched her finger and wanted her lost blanky not her new one.
I cried last night after she went to bed because my heart is broken for her, she's had it for 3 years; Brian corrected me: Her whole life. I wanted to pass it on to her children. I am so upset about this.
Dear Blankly,
Wherever you are, I hope you are warm and safe. I hope you didn't get thrown in the trash. I hope you know how much your Aisee misses you and cries for you. You have brought Aisers so much comfort. I hope you find each other again, and if not, I hope favorite blankies make it to heaven. You can never be replaced, and you will never be forgotten.
Love, Aislee's Mommy
In Loving Memory: Pictures of her and her Blankly

Thanksgiving Vacation

For Thanksgiving we went to Brian's parents house in St. George. We had an eventful fun-packed week. Here are my favorite Highlights of the trip:
Being with ALL the family, all 5 brothers and one sister was there!
Seeing the new house-looks great Wade!
Going four-wheeling (see slide)
Going to see Dan in Real Life with everyone-thanks Lorrie for babysitting
Seeing my family for a day and a half!
Having dinner at Danny and Shanda's house
Playing Ticket to Ride with Jarret, Lorrie and Shanda
Playing Horse Balls (yes, thats a game)
Aislee's little play house
Aislee playing store, and hearing her say "Next Customer"
Day after Thanksgiving shopping
OF COURSE- Thanksgiving dinner and hearing what everyone is thankful for
Going to The Ledges
the nice weather!
Packing and moving Lorrie's kitchen with the girls and scaring ourselves
Going to Pizza factory and Krumpets for Girl's Night Out
Kailee's pinata for Aislee
Going to Kailee's school so she could have Aislee be her show and tell!



Four-wheeling Slide Show:
(notice the big ledge above us in the big family pic, we (me, Brian, Danny, and Jarrett) four wheeled to the top of that. That's the big cliff we are on in the pics!)
We had 4 four wheelers, 2 rangers, and 2 rhinos. I wanted to drive a four wheeler, and all the brothers said to me...oh you can't cause it's a clutch. Do you know how excited I was when I told them, I CAN DRIVE A CLUTCH! They were all surprised, even Brian! Aislee loved riding in the ranger, and even fell asleep on the ride! We all got red dust all over us, it was so fun! And seriously--what is it about Boys wanting to pee over cliffs??? Danny and his 4wheeler flipped down a hill, but both are okay, and we helped a kid from Jarrett's State Champ baseball team get unstuck!
What a fun day!!

Aislee and her ABC's

You might want to turn your volume DOWN for this one, she is singing nice and loud, just like I told her!
I told her I would give her a "pop-pop" (otter pop) if she sang it for me!!!!! Notice her quick exit!

THANKS JADE!!!!!

THANKS JADERS for my birthday present--my cute blog!!!
I serioulsy have the best sisters in the whole world! Love you Jade, see you in a week and a half!
Isn't she beautiful???