Cleopatra the Cat

I use our kitty Cleo to lure little girls into our home. lol 

My sister came over a few weeks ago to have her hair done, and brought her daughter Bethany with her.  She followed the cat around everywhere.  And the cat handles it very well.  She carried her around like a doll.  And wanted to take her home.

And last week my friends two little girls came over for a little bit.  It was the same thing.  They did not want to leave her alone.  And then they didn't want to leave.  When we went to go pick the boys up from school, they insisted the cat come with us.  Is this all it takes to get a girl? lol  I sure do enjoy having adorable girls over every now and then.  When the boys are over to play...they just want to torture the cat.  So if your little girls are missing....check my house first.=)

Baby Face Das

During the colder months, Das likes to grow out his beard to keep warm.  Each year he does this, more and more grey hairs start to grow in.  Mostly in his chin as you can see.

 So....just for fun....I put "Just For Men" in his stocking.  And of course it got stashed under the bath room sink.  So yesterday he decided it was time for the beard to go.  I suggested we try out the dye, since he would be shaving it off anyway. 

He was such a good sport!  I was pretty sloppy applying since it wasn't going to stay that long.  He kept it on for 5 minutes, and washed it off in the shower.  I think he was actually impressed with the color.  I think he was almost going to keep the beard for a few more days.  But no luck.  then he thought maybe he'd do a goatee....but nope.  Das has such a baby face.  When that beard comes off, we hardly recognize him. 

 Isn't he soooo cute?! LOL

But really.... I love his beard in the winter and love it even more when he shaves it off.  Even Logan looked at him funny and wouldn't touch his face.  It always takes some getting use to.

We're Engaged!!!

Sunday evening we got together at Ratha and Racie's house to celebrate the engagement of our cousin Margie and Chris.  We have know for a few months that they were looking at rings, but it was just a few weeks ago that Chris popped the question.  So exciting!  You two are such a cute couple! 

Racie did haystacks and a delicious dessert.  Thanks guys for having us all over.   

Logan and Boston are just getting to the age that they are noticing each other.  They sat and played with Maverick and shared a book with each other.  These boys are just too cute!

Love is in the air...

Above is my nephew Taylor(My sisters oldest of 6 boys) and his adorable fiance Paige.  They are getting married next week in the Draper Temple.  Taylor is the first grandchild to tie the knot.  We are so excited for them.  I am excited to attend my first sealing, other than my own. 

This is my nephew Mike and his darling gf Megan. They should be next.....MIKE!!! 

These are my sister Lynette's 3 youngest boys.  Jake, Zach, and Dan with my sister Christine.  My sister Lynette threw Taylor an Paige a couples bridal shower Saturday night.  She made lasagna and we each brought something to eat.  It was really neat.  After dinner they had a cute game put together for the bride and groom.  They put them back to back and gave them each a pink and blue balloon.  They then asked them questions like, "who will be the disciplinary."  And lots more.  They were to raise the balloon for who they thought.  It was sweet and funny. 

Another nephew David and sweet gf Tara.  Hopefully another wedding in the making.:)

Taylor and Paige....we wish you all the happiness in the world.  Marriage had been so good to Das and I, and we hope you will be as blessed and happy as we have been.  Cherish every moment!  Congrats!

Better Late Than Never....SNOW!

 We knew it was suppose to snow over the weekend.  And usually I wouldn't hope for snow, but Das wanted to take the boys out sledding on Monday, so this weekend was an exception.

We bundled the kids up and headed to a park in Sandy.  But when we got there, the hill had been worn down to the grass, so we didn't stop.  Instead we had passed a hill at Jordan high school that we went back to and no one was there. 

 But when we got everyone out of the car...we wanted to jump back in.  The wind was so bad and we froze.  Logan did not like it one bit!

 So our 3rd choice was to head into Holladay to Church Hill Junior High.  And it was perfect.  Not a lot of people sledding and there were big and small hills.

 The boys had a great time!  And I took so many pictures, that I couldn't fit them all on here.

My friend Amy met up with us with her little girl Adyson.  She and Logan are so cute together.  Logan could barely move with his snow suit on, so he just sat on the sled and watched.

Das took Logan down a few times and he didn't really know what to think.  But he was smiling.

 There was a small jump that Das and the boys went off of.  Das tried it twice and crashed both times.  His old body was hurting afterwards.

We stayed for an hour or so.  Amy's mom came up to join us for a bit.  I am glad we got a chance to get some sledding in this year.  Now the snow can go away!

A relaxing Presidents Day weekend

We had plans to head out of town over Presidents Day, but changed our minds at the last minute.  I was worried we weren't over the flu quite yet, and didn't want to be traveling with sick kids.  And we have several trips planned in the next couple of months.  So we decided to just relax and enjoy the downtime. 

Saturday the weather was pretty decent, so Das took the boys outside to play some sports.  Tristan didn't stay out very long.  But as soon as Logan woke up from his nap, he wanted to be in on the action.

Ashton is showing an interest in every sport we throw at him.  He will be doing one more year of soccer with his cousins, and then this fall he will join a group of boys in our neighborhood. 

Tristan doesn't show as much interest, but he is excited to play flag football with his friend Connor this Spring.  And then he'll get to play tackle football this Fall.

We are definitely looking forward to warmer weather hopefully in the near near future!  But until then....St. George is sounding very nice.

MEMORIES

It was this time 4 years ago.  February 17th.  It was my good friend Amy's bday.  Amy wanted to get a group of her friends together to celebrate.  Das and I had been hanging out a little and decided we would be each others date for her party.  "Our First Date!"  I remember Das coming to pick me up and sitting on the couch with Tristan while I finished getting ready.  As I walked in the room, Tristan turned to Das and said,"Das, I love you!"  I will never forget that moment.  My heart melted and I thought...I love you too, Das!  I knew I was going to marry this man.

We had such a great night with some of our closest friends.  We went out to dinner at a fancy restaurant, and dancing afterwards. 

That night I met my soul mate, my best friend.  I couldn't ask for a better life.  I have been so lucky.

It is crazy how much has changed since that night.  Last night I got together again for my friend Amy's b-day with another good friend Sharon.  Sharon and I left our kids at home with our hubbys, but Amy brought her little girl Addyson.  She is such a doll.  So happy for good friendships that last through so much.  Friends who stick by you and want what is best for you.  Friends that do not judge for mistakes.  And who lift you up when you fall.  Friends like these are very rare.  I'm glad I have them.  Thanks Amy for letting us share in your B-day.