Stock Show

We went to the stock show last Saturday. I will post more pictures because I took a ton. The girls loved seeing all the animals. Brooke really loved the bunnies and man were there some huge rabbits. Presley liked all the animals. We took them to the rides and they loved it. The motorcycle ride worried daddy a little bit but they did great. We rode a Ladybug ride and Presley really had a ball. I think she had a permanent smile on her face. Alec and Beebee went with us and we ran into the Mathis family as well. It was a fun but tiring day. The girls fell asleep in the car on the way home. Gary and I went back to the stock show that evening with friends and then went to dinner with a group of people. It was great to get out with my husband and to see friends. I better get to bed because I have a training tomorrow. Goodnight!

Western Week

Last week was Western Week at school. We bought the girls cowboy boots and button snap shirts (we already had the hats). I would try the boots on several times and the girls would leave them on for a brief moment and then kick them off.(as you can see from the picture) Brooke especially didn't like them. She would say, "no mommy". So I made the executive decision to take the boots back and just let them wear their tennis shoes. I just didn't want to spend the money for one day if they weren't going to wear them any other time. I really wanted them to like them because I so wanted to put those boots with denim skirts when it got warmer. I really wanted a bright pink boot instead of a pale pink so I guess it all worked out for the best.
The girls had a little rodeo at their school and had stick horse races and sang a song. They were so cute. Presley did better with the song and Brooke did better with the race. I took my video camera and got some cute video. When I left and got in my car I just had to watch the video and it was cute but my videoing needs some work. I would forget to turn it of some of the time because I would grab my camera to take a picture. As I was sitting in the car I stated watching videos when the girls were babies and when they started walking. It really made me kind of sad and glad at the same time. Sad that I no longer have babies and glad that they are getting easier.
It was a bittersweet moment. It was a fun time for me. Brooke and Presley mommy loves you very much.

Baby Loves Disco

We took the girls to "Baby Loves Disco" last Saturday. They got their faces painted, played with bubbles, danced, had snacks, saw Clay and Josh, played with scarves and hoola hoops, and just had some good old clean fun. It took Brooke a little while to warm up as it always does but once she was warmed up she was rocking. Gary and Presley were able to go this time. Gary was out of town and Presley was sick last time. She really enjoyed herself. There wasn't as many people this time but it was still fun. The girls were pooped out on the way home. I truly enjoy seeing them experience things and grow as little girls.

Tutu's

I saw these adorable tutus at Gymboree and couldn't resist them because they were only $8.00. My first thought was for play clothes but then I was thinking if I find the right shirt I could use them for Easter. Knowing me I will probably find something else for Easter but these I could not pass up for the price. The girls absolutely love them. I think they even have the twirling down. What is it when you put a full dress or skirt on a child and they immediately begin to twirl. The innocence of children is so refreshing.

Bathtime Bubbles

I put bubbles in the girls bath for the first time the other night. Presley was so excited. Brooke was excited but not as much as Presley. I don't know why I haven't done this sooner. It's the little things that make such a difference in a child's eyes. I guess I should look through their eyes more often.
The girls have had a horrible cough, no fever just a cough. I took them to the doctor twice this week. We are doing breathing treatments and humidifiers to help.
The doctor says it could take 15-20 days for the cough to get better and it will get worse before it gets better. On top of that Presley has an ear infection. They don't act sick. They just cough a lot.
We are suppose to go to "Baby Loves Disco" tomorrow. We will just have to see how much they are coughing tomorrow.
Thanks for looking. I am tired and off to bed.

Boomerang

We found a new fun place real close to home. Boomerang! It has bounce houses and slides. The girls absolutely loved it. The first one Brooke went into was a maze. She was in their for a while and when she finally came out she had big crocodile tears. I think she couldn't find her way out and it scared her. I felt so sorry for her. But once she was over the anxiety of the maze she was all over the place. It really surprised me because she went down a big slide and loved every minute of it. I swear she went down it 20 times. Presley was slow to warm up to everything. She watched and then decided she would go down the big slide and she was the same way. They both shocked me at their bold little personalities. I love the action shot I got of both of them going down the slide and especially the one of Presley right after she slid down the slide with her big smile and her hands in the air. I love the one of Brooke and Daddy. We had so much fun we went on Sunday also. all the pics are from Sunday because I forgot my camera on Saturday when we met Aleck and BB.
I love this place because it is small enough I could do itby myself with both girls.
The girls had a blast with Erin. She would give them a ride on her back and they would both say, "Me turn, Me turn" when she was finished with each other. It was precious to see them interact with Erin. Thanks Erin, for being such a big help.

Booty

The girls wanted to eat their snack in their room the other day so I had to snap these pictures. They love to eat Pirate's Booty but will call it "booty". They will say, "more booty please." It makes me laugh but the other day we were in public and they were wanting more "booty" and saying it loudly. I got a few looks so I think I should call it popcorn in front of them. I hope I can break them of saying, "booty."
I am such a bad mother teaching my children such words.
I am so sad because my retreat is the end of Feb. and I am not going to be able to go because Gary will be in China. :( I had been planning what I was going to work on during that time. So sad. I guess I will have to save it for next time. I will miss all of you. For those of you going it will be quieter since I won't be there.
Have a great week!

Chuck E Cheese

We went to a birthday party at Chuck E Cheese on Saturday. Happy Birthday Cash! The girls had so much fun. Their little heads were going side to side so fast trying to check everything out as soon as we walked in the door. This was their first trip to Chuck E Cheese. They absolutely had a blast. Presley cried when we had to go back to the table for pizza. She was okay once I told her we would go back to the rides. They loved the "Bob The Builder" ride. Brooke and I played Skeeball well, I guess I played Skeeball. She would throw it and yes, I said throw and it would roll back down
to us. It was hard to keep her from throwing one ball at a time. At one point I had four balls coming back at me. I'm sure it was quite humorous to watch. It was great to see the girls having so much fun. They kept their distance from Chuck E Cheese though. They would wave at him but wouldn't touch him. It was a fun party and they both fell asleep in the car on the way home.

Look Mom

The girls are really becoming independant. They love to peel their own oranges now. Brooke will say, "Me do, me do". I can barely get it started for them. They are truly growing up.
Brooke is becoming such the little hugger and kisser. Mrs. Kari, her teacher, says she is the little mother of the class. Presley has always been a lovey child. I love it when I pick her up and she will lay her head on my shoulder. It makes me want to squeeze her to pieces.
Sorry for the short post but I am trying to get ready for the Divine Consign sale and it is taking up all my time.
Have a wonderful weekend.

Baby Lillie

The girls love babies and at Christmas they loved seeing baby Lillie. They really thought they were something special when they got to have her sit in their lap. They were so sweet and it was so cute to watch them with Lillie.
Presley has been much better and hasn't been throwing her little fits. They both are really starting to talk a lot. They make me laugh all the time now. They are so precious. They both have spent some time in "Timeout" because of hitting or biting. But on the other hand they will walk up to one another and hug each other. They will also ask where the other one is if they are not in the same room together. It is just the beginning of the love, hate relationship. I hope there is more love than hate.
I had to post this card I made for Rita's birthday. I was so excited because I used some stamps and techniques from Tim Holtz 12 days of Christmas Tags. This is a funny story for the crafters out their that know Tim Holtz. My friend Rita works for Michaels Corporate and called me one day and said, There is a guy, Tim Holtz at corporate today demoing his products, should I go see him." Of course, I said, "Yes, you will love him." She went to see him and loved him. I thought it was funny because she didn't know who he was and had to call me. I told her he is one of my favorite people in the crafting industry. So that is why I had to make a card for her with his techniques and products. It was not my usual birthday card but I loved the way it turned out.
My New Year's Resolutions are
1. Read my Bible more
2. Lose 10 pounds and workout.
3. Focus on the girls scrapbooks.
4. Learn more with Adobe Photoshop Elements
5. Be more creative and productive.
6. Be a better wife and mother.
7. Get organized in all aspects of my life.

I wrote them down because it makes me more accountable.