Nora's Fancy Birthday

This year we decided we were only going to do a small party for Nora so she was only allowed to invite her two cousins in town. We thought it would save on cost which I'm sure it did but it still felt like a pretty penny.

She wanted a fancy tea party based off the Fancy Nancy books. It turned out very cute and very 'fancy' according to what little girls find fancy. I usually love making homemade cakes or cupcakes but again was not as ambitious (because I'm pregnant), as I usually am so we opted for The Cupcakery here in Vegas. I love how their frosting has edible glitter to top it off.

Reunion Trip

One of our summer vacations was to our yearly reunion for Spencer's extended family in Lava Hot Springs, ID. Our families favorite parts were the kid activities, including making bubbles with hangers and swinging on the little playground. Spencer and I got to play golf in the family Gunnar Cup Golf Tournament, which we love. We didn't place well but we had fun doing it none the less.

Then we traveled back to see Grandma G perform in the choir and tour Temple Square. It was a short trip but was full of good times and great memories.

Aubrey's Birthday

I must relay to you that as of late I have been unmotivated to blog much. For now, I will blame it on being pregnant. But alas, I cannot allow Fall to come without any updating.

We had a wonderful time for Aubrey's 2nd birthday. No major party or theme just a small family gathering and celebration for my 'bubber boo'. Aubrey was ecstatic about receiving a wooden stove top range with baking set. It has been fun to watch her and Nora pretend to cook up some fabulous spreads and eat them up!

If You Didn't Already Know . . .

We're pregnant! And today they moved my due date a week up to Dec 2nd. Ultrasounds are the best and we are even more excited now after seeing this new wonder healthy, well, and kicking.

Nora came with us and kept on directing the ultrasound tech to show her this and that and to stop pausing the picture. She is hoping for a baby brother. We shall see if she gets her wish in another two months.

All Fairytales End

Nora's ballet classes have come to an end this session and it has been so fun and magical. These are the pictures from Aladdin week, which was one of my favorites. Take note at Nora's perfect form. I can't help but be a proud mama. Now we are getting ready for swim lessons. Wish us luck!
















Aubrey rubbing the magic genie lamp just like her older sister.
















Nora's sweet dance teachers, one who played Aladdin.

Easter Beauties

My girls were decked out in the same attire for Easter, thanks to an amazingly talented Aunt Amy. Thanks Amy!

Birthday Wishes

I love this man! Happy birthday my sweetheart . . .

Feeling Easter

The holidays are definitely getting more fun as my children grow older. At Nora's dance class they dressed up like bunnies and read Peter Rabbit as well as danced to Peter Cottontail. It was adorable and fun.

I'm looking forward to hearing General Conference and getting more in the true feeling of Easter. Have a great weekend!

Life/Lost

We love DVR . . .

But now I feel on Wednesday nights my Life is Lost and sometimes I Lie to Me that I'm not wasting my time.

Am I alone on this?

This is My Ballet . . .

For our ward talent show Nora performed one of her many freestyle ballets. Enjoy!

St. Patty Food and Fun

What cool green food have you been making today? We made the St. Patrick's Day version of this recipe and both girls loved it. I heard that a leprechan left his pot of gold in my backyard too! Happy St. Patrick's Day.

Recent Ramblings of My Small Children

Nora:

"This little piggie went to the market, this little piggie stayed home, this little piggie had rose berries (at first I thought she said rosemary), this little piggie had none, and this little piggie went we we all the way home!"

Probably wouldn't seem that funny to most everyone but it so shows you whose child she is! She probably has never been served roast beef in her life.

Aubrey:

Aubrey - "Mama! Mama! Wan go!"

Me - "I don't think so babe. Daddy will be home soon and we'll be eating dinner."

Aubrey (clearly bummed out and walking away) - "Ah, man!"

Probably wouldn't seem that funny to most everyone but she is still a small baby. It was hilarious!

Fancy Fun

We love the handmade tepee Grandma G gave Nora for Christmas. The girls love to stuff it with pillows and drink their milk in there.

Nora had a stupendous idea today! Very similar to an idea that you would find in a Fancy Nancy book.

























She and I added some feminine touches to her tepee to make it fancy.

























The girls found it very fabulous and comfy afterwards.

Clown Ballet

We started Nora up in dance classes again. This time around we went with a place my friend Mindy told me about. This was our second time there. Before we went Nora asked me about 15 times if it was time to go to dance yet.

She really likes to dance.

The students get to dress up every week in something corresponding with that weeks theme. This week was Olivia Saves the Circus, hence the abnoxiously huge bow tie. Nora looked so cute sassing up the ballet floor with her form of clown dance.

"Nora, show me how you point your toe!"

We've Been Featured

Yippee! Simply Healthful was featured today by Molly over at My Favorite Things. Thanks Molly.