Artist ~

This was the BEST Christmas present we could have given Peyton. He has been drawing non-stop and is actually quite good at it, if I do say so myself ~ keep at it Peyton!

So many talents ~

Work Christmas Party ~

Tonight we rode in a limo to Carl's work Christmas Party. This was a first for me ... fun, but not sure I'd pay a ton of money to do it again. It was good to see his co-workers again, chat, eat some REALLY yummy food and have some adult time away from the kids. Thanks Danny ~ It was great!!!

Ash's Soccer Game ~

So a good aunt attends her niece's soccer games at least one per season right? I wish I attended more, and will make a better effort to do so, but this seems to be my average.

Sorry Ash, but I hope you know you are AMAZING!!!

Green Beans ~

I fed Preston green beans tonight for the first time. He had a bit of a challenge keeping it in his mouth, but ate a few bites off a spoon. The rest he ate in a bottle mixed with banana rice cereal and 5 oz of breast milk. The kids thought it looked gross, but he ate the entire thing and slept like a champ!

Karate Tournament ~

Peyton received his medal for "black-belt technique and black-belt power". He did awesome ~ way to go Pey Pey!!!

Banana Rice Cereal Bottle ~

Preston eating his first Rice Cereal Bottle ... 6 oz breast milk & 3 TSP of Banana Rice Cereal.

Four Months Old ~

Preston turned four months on the third. I was a few days late taking his photos. I do have to say, I think they were worth the wait. He is so FREAKIN' handsome!

Rolling Over ~

Our precious little Preston is no longer immobile. He has been inching himself forward and backward for awhile ... but today he rolled over from his stomach to his back a few times. It started when I went to get him from his crib and he was on his back. This is a happy / sad moment for me. A small milestone for Preston ... yet one step closer to not having an infant anymore. Oh, how the time flies WAY too fast. Slow down, Tami, savor every second :)

Saturday ~

Today was a wonderful day, relaxing and fun!

Pey was SO excited to get this new hat:


Here are a few pics from dinner:

Handmade Affair ~

I was fortunate enough to participate in a Handmade Craft Fair tonight. I made pacifier clips and displayed photographs. Afterward some of us went for some frozen yogurt. I really enjoyed the evening despite the headache I had. It is good have friends & opportunities. :) Janel & Christi put together an awesome event ~ Thanks!!!

Happy B-Day ~

Dinner at Yardhouse for McKay's Birthday was delicious and fun. Afterwards we came back to our house for dessert ... WOW the cake Belinda made was YUMMY!!! We are grateful for good friends ~ Thanks mom for babysitting the kids so we could go!!!

Corbin Phoenix Waite ~

This was a message we received from my awesome sister and brother-in-law tonight.

Corbin Phoenix Waite
Born 8:30 PM
7 lbs 5 oz
19 inches long
Everything went great!

Teething ~

Poor baby has to be teething. No fever, but lots of drool, red cheeks and bitting on his hands. I don't feel anything different with his gums, but that has to be the prob.

Philly 2009 ~

Three Months ~

I can't believe Preston is already 3 months old. He loves to sit up, watch everyone move about and he is grabbing for things. He is an awesome sleeper and has been sleeping completely thru the night since 7 1/2 weeks old. I am so grateful to have him apart of our lives ... and have so much gratitude for my husband for giving me this HUGE blessing!!!

A few friends have told me about The Women's Health Center, a place that you can drop in and weigh your babies. It's really nice and the ladies there are very friendly. Completely unclothed Preston weighs 16 pounds even.

Here are just a few of the pics I took of him today:

Candy ... Candy ... Candy ~

The kids were allowed to eat as much Halloween candy as they wanted tonight while we watched "Extreme Home Makeover". Afterwards they were asked to toss their wrappers. This was Kasey's handful ... each of them had about the same amount.

Funny Faces ~

I LOVE when Carl is in a playful mood & cherish pics like these. I only wish I would have joined in the funny face making fun, instead of continuing to smile for a "perfect picture".

Kaylee's Blessing ~

Sweet Kaylee was blessed today. Afterwards we got together at Jason & Trista's house for a wonderful lunch, good conversation, games, and just hanging out.

1/2 Marathon & Halloween Fun ~

Today was a very busy day ... started with watching Carl cross the start & finish lines in his first 1/2 marathon. He did an amazing job and we are so proud of him.

Carl and Curtis rested up while I took Kasey, Alanna, Peyton and Preston over to Brent & Jen's to carve pumpkins. We were so lucky to have gotten to Albertson's just in time to buy their very last pumpkin. I didn't mind paying $20 for it, or carrying the HUGE thing ... just happy to have found one. Later tonight, we hooked up with family to do another Trunk R Treat and Trick R Treat.

Very Long ... but Very Fun Day!!!

Peyton's Art ~

I couldn't resist taking a picture of this precious artwork. Peyton's picture of me ... he even tried to spell my name.

Ward Trunk R Treat ~

Our ward trunk r treat was fun. Visiting with friends was my favorite part. I think between school today and the trunk r treat tonight ... our kids have PLENTY of candy!

Halloween Playgroup ~

Holy Cow ... we have the best playgroups ever. The kids got to do: Slime Making, Balloon Tag, Cupcake Decorating & Bag Decorating - and then candy was put into their bags. Afterward several of us took our kids to Taco Bell for a "healthy" lunch.

Activity Day Girls ~

and the Halloween fun begins ...
for activity day girls they dressed in their halloween costumes, made homemade donuts, played games and had a TON of fun!