Somebody loves the camera

My little Ellie loves to have her picture taken. She loves to pose for the camera and then laugh at herself. These pictures were taken at Taylor's dance recital a few weeks ago. I think I now know where Ellie gets this from, could it be her aunt Cortney???

Must be Santa

These pictures are from our ward Christmas party last weekend. The kids were so excited to see Santa and tell him what they wanted for Christmas. Well, Noah really didn't know what to think, but at least he didn't cry!! The party was so much fun and I feel so blessed to be able to Celebrate Christmas with our friends and neighbors.

Our little dancers

Here are the pictures of the girl's dance recital that was last weekend. It was a lot of fun, and a lot of work. Taylor did a really great job on her routines, and Joslyn did great on her little march. Ellie decided a couple of months ago that she didn't want to dance any more, so she chose not to be in the recital. She likes watching more. All the girls did a great job and they looked great too! I love my girlies!

Noah's baby

When you have three girls you have lots of dolls lying around. Noah has become attached to this particular one. He carries it around and asks for it at naptime. I think it is cute, Justin doesn't really agree. Noah also likes to carry purses and put on necklaces. Don't worry Noah has plenty of boy toys, and he is getting lots more for Christmas!

Today's adventure

Lately I have become very overwhelmed with all the house work that I have to do on a daily basis. Noah has brought the workload up to a new level. Mondays are always the worst because i don't do chores on Sunday, and you wouldn't believe what happens when I don't clean for a day. Anyway, today I decided to really dive into my work for a little bit. I left the kids playing together in the bedroom, actually being really good. I was about halfway done cleaning the kitchen when I noticed it was pretty quiet. I ran to check on the kids and I found them well Joslyn and Noah, playing in my make up smearing mascara all over the place. I was so excited especially since I had just cleaned the bathroom during nap time about an hour ago. Oh well, I think I officially give up on keeping the house clean, I will try again in 10 years.

Family Pictures

Here are some of our latest family pictures. They were taken two weekends ago, on a very cold day! They turned out pretty cute and I am really excited to get my prints. My kids are so adorable, don't you think??? I am so smart to have married such a handsome guy, because all my kids look just like him!

Kiddos

Well I try never to complain about my kids, because I love them so much and I feel so lucky to have them all. They are all healthy and beautiful, and loving. But.... it seems like lately they have been testing my level of sanity, just to see how far I can go. Yesterday I was watching a couple of other kids for my friend and Joslyn decided to get into my hair mouse and do her own hair! It was all over everything! It isn't entirely her fault, because Noah is the one who got it out of the bathroom cupboard. He has this fascination with opening every drawer and cupboard, taking everything out, and dumping it throughout the house. This is his favorite activity, he get things out from everywhere. I am constantly picking up after him. It must be a boy thing, because my girls never did this. He also likes to play in the toilet and crush Christmas tree ornaments with his bare hands. Today he put a blanket over his head, started growling, and ran until he bumped into a wall. He then laughed, and did it again! Boys are so crazy! Our nickname for Noah is "the destroyer." Taylor even calls him that. The girls have learned to play on their beds, so that Noah doesn't come in their rooms and mess up everything. Good thing he is so dang cute! Anyway, I do love my kids, even though my house is a mess and I never have a spare minute. I feel blessed!