Saturday, May 18, 2013

The right time!

Finally!  That day has arrived!  That day where I have no obligations, the sun is shining and putting me in a mood that cannot be brought down and it is MY time.  P is napping and so is her daddy so I have a good 2 hours and our blog is the first thing I want to update.  Then I'll think about working out and painting my toenails.  By that time everyone will be up and I'll be back to mommy mode.  So here is a recap of our lives.  (I mainly do this for journalism purposes...not because our lives are super exciting and interesting to read about! haha)
Dusty  He turned 30 almost a month ago.  He had been anticipating it so much with a bit of anxiety but he entered his 30's like a champ!  I had planned a Murder Mystery dinner and it was a huge success.  Success=Dusty enjoyed his birthday and loved being around family and friends.  We also celebrated the day after with family, presents and leftover pasta and cake.  I got him his dream watch- one he has been wanting for about 6 years.  I haven't seen it off his wrist.  Anyone want his other 20+ watches?!?
He has been teching a little bit more.  Our main tech moved out of state unexpectedly so Dusty took over his routes and trained a new technician.  Because we are growing so quickly, we are finding that we still need him being able to tech part-time.  He is excited because he feels that he is ready to hit the doors again selling for us.  Anyone who knows Dusty knows he is the best at sales.  It'll be great to grow Green Guard even faster with him obtaining good customers and he will come home every night with fun stories and pride.
I was reading Parenting magazine today and it was all about dads- with Father's Day coming up shortly and all.  As i read, I just realized more and more how lucky Paris is to have him.  He is 100% interested in every tooth that cuts through, what she is eating, her hair and outfits and he gives her such happiness.  He wrestles around with her, tickles her, reads to her, helps her fold her arms for prayer and changes the majority of her messy diapers.  We both agree how amazing it is to own a business because it allows him the flexibility of working his own hours and that enables him to be more of a role in her everyday life.  So proud of my husband.
Us   We love (and don't miss an episode) of The Voice.  Its our time and we live it up.  Snacks, ice cream, cookies galore on those two nights. Our clothes are not thanking us!  With so much going on in our life, its nice to have a hobby we both enjoy and just sit together cuddling on the couch with Ben and Jerry's like we did when we were dating.  We have booked a couple vacations this summer: Lake Tahoe with my parents and Gram and Las Vegas (just the two of us!)!  We are wanting to get to Disney World again this fall/winter too.  Of course it is a priority to get back to Houston to see Jordana, Andy and the girls and also Ohio.
Jenna  Just finished my second to last semester of school!  I have 11 credits to go and then I'll have earned my Bachelor of Health Science with a minor in Sociology.  Can't wait to be done.  I've been lucky enough to be able to take classes online which allows me to still manage our business and care for Paris and Belle.  I've really been itching to get outside lately and the weather is cooperating!  Paris, Belle and I go for bike rides and walks pretty much everyday and I'm ready to get her in a little pool as soon as possible!
Paris  She is getting pretty particular.  With food - she knows what she likes and doesn't.  She is anti-diaper changes now (thinking we are getting close to potty training stage).  She is walking everywhere now.  I haven't seen her crawl in about 5 days now.  Still loves bath time and being held.  Loves helping picking out her clothes and is constantly asking me, while pointing "Whats that?".  She is a superstar when it comes to following directions.  I can say "please go throw this paper away in the trash can in your room." and it gets done.  I said "please put my flip flops by the front door with the other shoes" and not only did she get them in the general area, they were stacked on top of the other shoes.  he loves having all the drawers, cupboards and doors closed.  She does not "get into things" at all!  She still isn't captivated by toys or cartoon-y shows but enjoys looking in the mirror, talking, walking around, looking out the window, going for drives, eating and playing with my cell phone.  She still likes to be on the go but since the beginning of the month, she is wanting to be held in stores now instead of being in the cart or stroller.  She has 4 teeth now!
We've had a fun spring so far and can't wait for the summer ahead.  Zac, Dusty's closest brother in age, graduated from the University of Utah at the beginning of May. Seth, Dusty's youngest brother is graduating from high school this week.
Well as much as I love procrastinating exercise, I'd better get to it before my babes awake!  Cheers!

Friday, May 10, 2013

1 year + 3 months


Paris had her 15 month appointment and I am just now updating the blog about it.  She is now 1 year + 4 months + 3 days.  Why does time have to fly by so quickly?  She did a bit of growing!
She is now:
weight: 17 lbs 1 oz
height: 27 3/4" long
She is still wearing 6-9 month clothing (some smaller, some 9 month) and wears a size 1 shoe.  I have quite a few size 2 shoes but they just slide off, even if I lace them tight.
Her hair is growing fast and I find myself wanting it to grow out but then getting tired of it being in her beautiful eyes and trimming her bangs.
She still has a magnetic personality and appearance   People still stop me all the time to tell me how beautiful she is.  I am getting a lot more "she looks just like you" these days...although I still don't see a resemblance to me or Dusty!
She is talking all the time but not really pronouncing any specific words other than Mama, Dada and Uh-oh (when she "accidentally" drops things). She definitely is inquisitive and asks all the time (in her jibberish) What is that? and points to an object.  She is an expert at bird spotting and airplane spotting.  Moving objects catch her eye even if they are in her peripheral vision.
She is at the age in church where 3 hours is asking wayyy too much.  She is perfect in sacrament (perfect with snacks and an etch a sketch of course) and loves distracting people sitting around us by playing hard to get with them.  Everyone always wants to hold her and she'll make you believe that its ok but the second someone puts their arms out to grab her up- she bolts to mama.  Then I go to my Sunday school class to teach the 16/17 year olds and Dusty has her.  He says that a lot of that hour is spent in the hallway.  Then I get her for the last hour and it just isn't happening.  Temper tantrums and screaming abound.  So- to the hallway I go...in 2 months she'll be in nursery and I am anxious for her to be around other babes and learning from watching them play and walk and talk.  I have a feeling once that happens, she will not be a baby much longer.  She is extremely observant and is a copy cat.
I asked Dusty if he could describe her in one word at this stage what would it be?  His answer was thoughtful.  She is always thinking.  My word is opinionated.  Although she cannot speak much she lets me know what she wants and what she doesn't.  I really like that about her.  She points or gets to something on her own if she wants it.
The other major defining trait of hers is she is a teaser.  In a grandpa busch kind of way.  love it.  She has been really into her tongue lately and wanting to lick me.  It is so funny and although it is indescribable on here, I will never forget that look in her eye and grin on her face just before she sticks out her tongue  and comes at my face with it.  I pull away and she cracks up and tries harder.  Such a fun little girl.
She is walking more and more these days.  Still crawls but stands up whenever we ask her.  She is surprisingly obedient.  Although she has a strong will, she usually does what we ask.
She is still a lap baby...always wanting to be held by us and on the couch with us and on our bed with us.... i love that about her.  I love everything about her!
Well next post i promised myself I would document more about what we are up to as well...so until then...

Monday, April 1, 2013

so much fun!

today was Paris's first time at a park and wow was it a blast!  she really enjoyed it and you can just see her little personality peeking through those beautiful baby eyes.  i love her so much!

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

What kind of day would it be if I didn't brag about my cute pie bun buns?!? Here she is in all her glory after nap time!



Fellow Ohioan!

It is verrry rare (actually it has never happened in the history of our blog) that I recommend another blog.  I usually just don't care that much and want to log things about our life not someone elses!  However...I found this blog that I absolutely love.  I know my sister will love me discovering it for her and guess what?!  She is also from Ohio (and still lives there).  I just love her style and especially her kitchen.  *sigh*  Don't get me wrong, I love our new kitchen but I do wish that I had an eye for simplicity and design.  I just don't and I've learned to just appreciate others talents that I lack!  So- here is the link!  Let me know if you love it as much as I do!  House*Tweaking