YAY!

YAY to a few of my readers commenting (I feel a little bit loved again)! But the BIG YAY is for one of my best friends, Gina. She got married today. In the temple. It was beautiful. I made an adorable "kitchen cake" for her bridal shower.
SUPER cute and you know it!

I haven't given her the wedding gift yet; her reception is in Thatcher NEXT weekend (and she never looks at my blog, so it is safe to post pictures). But it is another handmade gift that I have put a lot of love into.

I even hand painted the "est. 2009" part. Fun.... not so much

I was excited to attend the sealing; the first live sealing since my own. It was beautiful. It made me appreciate the covenant so much more. Funny how you can concentrate better when you aren't the bride. She was glowing (someone told her even her eyes were glowing).

LOVED my flowers. Jumped up and down like a little girl when I got them.

And since some of you probably only look at my blog to see my boys, I've included two pictures that I took today for your viewing pleasure. They are stinkin' cute.

I love them (even if they are gi-normous)

Happenings

I haven't fallen off the face of the earth (though it seems as all my readers have, since I've only received like TWO comments since the post about giving birth. Thanks, friends)... I have just been EXTREMELY busy with Christmas things. Yes, that's right. Christmas. I'm getting it done NOW so I don't have to worry about it at 3am on Dec. 25th. I sewed three items in three days, but you'll have to wait until AFTER Christmas for pictures (on the off chance that those the gifts are intended for peek at my blog). I also made a fall craft for my mom.
Way cute. Wish I had one for my home. Maybe when fall items are on clearance...

My side of the family decided to celebrate this big guy turning one (yeah, a little late). Spoiled him with toys and cake.

And this little guy turned one month. Crazy. Still a little shocked he is here, given the super quick delivery...

We celebrated Halloween. Even took Joel "trick 'or' treating" to a few houses in my parents' neighborhood.

Our little ghost and skeleton. And OUR candy...

I learned how to do a new trick with html codes... Place your mouse over my picture.

Neat trick, huh? Gone. Check it out.

But the MOST exciting thing we've been up to? Having family pictures taken, of course (which were taken before the rollover photo above, obviously)! Once again Emily, you are amazing! Here is a preview:

And of just our new bundle of joy:See all of the phenomenal photos HERE

learning

As a new mom to two, I am learning how to divide my time between each boy and myself. I have learned that I CAN accomplish things, despite the demands of the new addition. I have had time to make a couple of crafts in the past few days; I made a little comfort blankie for Lucas (thanks for the idea Julie) AND I made fabric pumpkins for Halloween.
I put ties on the blankie to keep it from falling off the carrier or stroller.
SOOOOOO simple.

I have learned that I am capable of taking both boys on mile long walks by myself; one in the stroller, one in the sling. I have also learned that cooking and cleaning without Robert's help are NOT as difficult as I had imagined.

Joel has taught me a few things, too. Through him I have learned that pillows and throws don't belong on the couch (where I like them); they belong on the floor. Through him I have learned that food does not belong in the mouth; every other imaginable object does. Through him I have also learned that his favorite toy is the last remaining toy in the toy bin; every other toy remains scattered about my house. One year olds are... fun.

Lucas has taught me a few things, too (more like reminded me things Joel taught me at his age). Through him I have learned that it is time to sleep when I want him to eat; in return, it is time to eat when I want him to sleep. Through him I have also learned that babies poop one more time than the number of diapers you have with you. Newborns are... also fun.

I love how it sorta looks like he is smiling on the right.
And, just for comparison:JOEL on the LEFT; LUCAS on the RIGHT (Lucas has no chin)

fame

So... we are pretty much famous now. Seriously. Today was the Arizona Midday First Birthday celebration; we had fun at live show at the NBC studio in downtown Phoenix. There were activities, toys, snacks, clowns, and ice cream cake! Joel was EXTREMELY shy at first (like clinging-to-me-for-dear-life shy) but warmed up to people by the time filming began. I'm pretty sure his favorite part was eating ice cream cake. And he managed NOT to get it everywhere... just a little on his face.
Party!Camera!Cake!Clowns!Toys!Destry, Leigh, and Joel (No, my child's head is not larger than mine... just a weird angle)

Today has been busy; Robert and I not only attended the Arizona Midday celebration, we also cleaned our home (no time on Friday, my normal cleaning day) AND cooked an awesome dinner. Omelets. Delish. First time I've made an omelet ever (sad that it hasn't happened sooner in my nearly 24 years of life). My first attempt... not so nice. My second attempt turned out much prettier:

Bacon, ham, cheese, and sour cream omelet. Yum.

And, since I know you only look at this to see pictures of my babies, here is a recent one of Lucas. Gotta love the cheeks!