Christmas

Our outfits from Nana Davis. She got Ben and Josh matching sweaters, but I haven't got a picture of the 2 of them yet.


















Our sledding adventure





































Ben unwrapping his gifts. He got Cheetos from grandma, always his favorite! Paula got him cheetos for his birthday and he thought it was the best, so now you know the secret to Ben. Dora comes next and grandpa got him a boots toy ( because he didn't feel right about getting him a dora), and when he gave it to him Ben said, where's Dora, I love her?


































Christmas eve. Last year we tried to get a family photo and it failed. This year we tried again, and well, here is what we got

5 year anniversary!

Josh and I had our 5 year on December 3rd. It's just crazy to think about that we've been together for 8 years! Anyway this video is long, but if you're bored and you're actually interested here you go!

Bens first Santa experience

We took Ben to see santa at the mall yesterday. He got to sit on his lap with molly and despite how bad he wanted to, he didn’t cry, he just looked terrified! Molly cried, so at least one of them did. Ben told santa that he wanted candy for Christmas, and then he got a candy cane. I guess Christmas came on November 20th, oh wait, I guess if it’s candy Christmas comes almost every day for Ben. We didn’t buy a picture cause they charge $20 and it made me mad! Then later Ben wanted to see Santa again so he could get another candy cane, and I was like ummm I don’t think so. Then he started to cry, and I thought what the heck, so we went again. It was cute! Ben gave santa a bump it. It was the cutest little santa too! So I got suckered into buying a blasted picture! Yes, I am the cause of the problem! They couldn’t charge that much of we people wouldn’t put up with it. I realize it’s only once a year, but that doesn’t change the fact that it’s a rip off! Urgg! Oh well, it's fun cause I get to show Ben the picture of him with santa all the time.

End of summer days!

It's always sweet to see photos of a boy with his daddy!

Ben's turning 2!

So taking Ben to get his photos is close to torture, however nothing short of a miracle we get lucky and get one that's really great. It's hard to believe he's a 2 year old, but i'm starting to believe it even more lately. That terrible 2 thing apparently was not a myth and i feel a little prone to grabbing that candy bar to relieve my stresses! I should probably get out and hike or something, but ya know. He's still cute as ever and thanks to finishing his movie for the last year I can look back on the sweet times and suddenly things aren't so bad, in fact life is good!

Stewart Falls

Josh and I took Ben on a hike up to stewart falls the other day. We love going here because it has been a place we go every year together. Lots of those good memories, and a short and beautiful hike to boot! This is where our engagements were taken right under the waterfall.

At the park!

Ben is still afraid of slides. Sometimes I can get him to go down with me if he's in my lap and we pretend we're a train. I keep telling myself one day he'll grow out of it and i'll realize how grateful I should have been for his careful attitude.

Sparklers

Our 4th and 24th mainly consisted of sparklers, smoke balls, and bloomin flowers, and a lot of them. Ben couldn't get enough of the smoke balls cause he loved the colors.

Bear Lake, Mark's Inn, and Park City trip

Ben can tap dance!

Oh man, this makes me laugh! Molly plays the music and Ben dances to the beat.

Guess he's growing up!

It's getting overwhelming thinking about how Ben is much smarter than both his parents. Until now Ben's progress always felt slow.... crawling at 9 months, walking at 15 months. But now that he's talking we can see he's learning fast. He knows his colors, numbers 1-10, shapes, and can practically carry out conversations. I think along with that he's learning to yell, hit and and say no to everyone, so i'm feeling the 2's coming on. It's amazing to think he'll be two in a few months. We love our little guy!

Bens first black eye

It probably appears like we beat our child because every week at nursery Ben has had another injury. This time being a black eye. The funny part is that he's not even a daring, crazy, or rowdy boy. He's the most cautious careful thing i've ever seen, he's just clumsy. Anyway, I was proud of his first black eye. I think it makes him a real boy!

Perfect Beanie pattern!

I've been working on this one on my machine and finally got it just right.

I think I was the only one who thought this photo was a good idea!

The zoo!

Every day has a lot of ups and downs when you have kids.



Ben loved the train. Molly makes me laugh! She did not love the train.


The bears were really giving us a show. This one was my favorite cause of the headlock.

Lovin that good stuff! The Weather that is.

I decided I hadn't been taking very many photos lately, so I picked up my camera and kept it with me for a couple days. Here's the photos of the past few days.

New Skateboard

We finally purchased Josh a skateboard. I think he deserves it considering he never buys anything for himself ever! Josh got to skate and Ben loved to watch, so it turned out to be a win win. The good weather has been a really nice change. It's harder to entertain Ben when he can't go outside. This is about as much fun as we get, so there you have it.

Bens First Steps

Ben finally started to walk at about 15 months, and it has been so fun! He walks all around the house all day long, and has been such a good little toddler.

My new hobby!

One day I decided I wanted to learn to knit, and i've been knitting like a demon ever since. I thought i'd show you some of my work.

Valentines Party!

Josh and I got signed up to take photos for our church Valentines party, and it actually turned out to be really fun. Everyone was so grateful that we helped out too and it was really sweet cause we didn't think much of it.

Purple Hair?

So I guess I just thought I needed a little change. Believe me, it's a short faze and will only last a month, but I really am enjoying it while it lasts. Josh isn't a fan, but I guess pleasing myself for one month shouldn't be a big deal.

Cousin Molly

Ben and Molly Love to hang out, so we try to do this often. Molly pushed Ben around in his car all around the house. Pretty soon they won't need our help at all.

Bubble

Ben is starting to gain his vocabulary. He can say hi, daddy, mom, kitty, fishy, bubble, Whoa, and he tries to say thank you, but it comes out sounding a little off. He's also started taking his first steps. He's totally timid, but it's cute to see that one day he might actually do it.