Character Counts

Samuel was presented with an award today at school. Each month his school has a character trait that is emphasized. This month the trait was "Honesty".


Each teacher gets to choose one boy and one girl who they think exemplify this character. Samuel was chosen from his class. George, Jane and I attended the assembly. Samuel was pleasantly surprised when his name was called. Even though I didn't get a picture and he didn't see us, we were there to see him awarded. I am proud of Samuel and the good example he is.

Jane's New Dress

This is the second dress that I have ever made - the first was the same pattern just smaller. I have really enjoyed learning how to sew this dress and now I keep thinking of other things to try to sew for Jane. This is a super easy dress pattern that I bought from Libby Lou's Boutique on etsy.



Girls are so fun (I obviously love my boys too - I just don't get as excited about boy clothes).

Weekend Getaway

October 1-2, 2011
We decided to take a quick trip to Las Vegas over General Conference Weekend to visit Jim's sister Anne and her family (and stock up on Trader Joe's stuff). We had a great time there and it was a nice little getaway. The boys had a blast as well.
We, of course, were thrilled when we heard the announcement of the renovation of the Provo Tabernacle into a temple. Jim and I had been speculating and we both kept saying how awesome it would be to have the tabernacle turned into a temple. I think we both gave an audible shout of joy. Here is an artist's depiction of what the temple will look like. I think it will be beautiful!

On Saturday they boys found some fun things to play with.
George in his mask

Samuel in his mask

On Sunday after the last session of conference we took a nice drive to see the Hoover Dam and the enormous bridge that was recently built there. We walked up the steps to get to the top of the bridge where there is a walkway that you can walk on and look down to see the dam. The walkway extends into Arizona.
Anne and Samuel coming back from Arizona.

Samuel thought it was pretty cool that he could walk into a different state on a bridge. The view was amazing and a little frightening - Jim has been having nightmares ever since we returned. As we were walking up the steps I was trying to keep Jane covered so that she wouldn't get sunburned on her head (I forgot to pack a hat). As I was situating the blanket I felt something wet and warm - when I moved my hand to see what it was, I discovered that Jane had pooped and it was EVERYWHERE. It was on her legs, the front pack, my shirt - everywhere. We were almost at the top so I figured we might as well get a good look and then I would head back down to the car to change her diaper and clothes and clean everything up. I wrapped the blanket that was covering her head around her legs so that you couldn't see any of the mess. It was super windy at the top of the bridge (hence the windblown hair) but it was amazing.
A view from the top of the bridge with the Hoover Dam in the background.

I got back to the car and with the help of Ron (my brother in law) was able to get Jane changed, cleaned, and put into new clothes. Unfortunately I didn't pack an extra set of clothes for me. Ron rummaged through the back of his van and found a very warm, flannel or fleece hunting jacket.

Did I mention we were in Las Vegas? It was a warm day, but I figured it was better to wear this warm jacket rather than a poopy shirt. Jim, Anne, Samuel ,and George came back to the car and we drove down to the dam and took a few pictures and then headed back to Anne and Ron's house.
A view of the bridge from below - on the dam

It was a trip I won't be forgetting anytime soon. We did have a great time though.

Miscellaneous Jane Pictures

September 17, 2011
Looking all grown up in her big girl clothes.

I thought this was a cute daddy and daughter picture

September 29, 2011
First time trying out her excersaucer. I am not sure who likes it more - Jane or George.

Jane

I just realized that I never posted the pictures of Jane that we had taken by Amy Harrison at Remember This Photography when she was three weeks old.

This is probably one of my favorite pictures. I love that Amy caught Jane smiling.







These are from when she was 3 months old.

She is wearing one of many cute headbands that my friend Sarah at Little Penelope Lane makes.