February 2014

 February was a short month.  Of course it always is.  At the end of January Claudia and Julio were able to move into their new house that they just bought!!  The house is so wonderful and we are only a little jealous they get to be home owners.  The above picture is out first day hang out at Claulio's house and we set up the princess tent.

 We had another observation day for Kaylee's dance class and it was so cute!!  The only bummer is that she went to the bathroom during the hula hoop time.

 One of the Saturdays Kaylee and I were able to have a mommy and me day.  Started out with the Mommy and Me craft morning at the church.  After we did a little shopping had lunch at home and then headed off to Sea World.

 We found a little plack that said Kentucky so we took a picture with it since that is where she was born.

 Then we headed to Seasame street Bay of Play and we went on all the the kid rides.  There was no lines at the time so we did all three ending with the one that is like the tea cups at Disneyland.  Usually I don't get sick on rides but after going through all 3 right in a row I was a bit queezy at the end.  She had so much fun and said she liked the elmo fish one the best which is like the Dumbo ride at Disneyland.  When she goes to Disneyland for the first time she is going to flip.

 After seeing a few animals we went and saw the Madagascar 4D show and we sat in the very front row.  She did some dancing and at the end that leammer (?) king went strait to her and shook her hand and left.  The other kids were jealous but she felt very special.

 Valentine's Day Kevin ended up getting pink eye.  So we had to throw out our plans. Instead we ordered Phil's BBQ to go and had moon pies for dessert and watched movies.  I had a fun night but I was bummed our night with a babysitter ended up a night at home.

 Funny moment.  Malcolm was playing and I look over and he did this all by himself.  I can't believe he is almost 2.  Crazy!!  Growing too fast.

Preschool Pass- Sea World

 I am so excited that Kaylee was able to get a FREE Sea World pass for being preschool age.  Any kid age 3-5 that lives in California can get a free Preschool pass as long as they sign up I think by the end of march.  Thank you Sea World for saving us 80+ bucks!  Anyway I had to document our first time back after a few months we couldn't go because she is 3. About the picture above, Malcolm had fun in the padded baby area and ended up giving the girl a kiss.  Her parent's were probably horrified but I thought it was sweet.  Kevin freaked out because of germs but he didn't get sick so yay!

 Kaylee in the boucey place. 

 Playing on the giant musical instruments!!

 Watching a show!  I think this was at Pets Rule.

 I thought it would be fun to take a few pictures of Kaylee with the Dolphin measuring thingys.  I'm technical.  She is shorter than a baby dolphin.

 Above we are visiting Uncle Chuck (referring to ongoing inside joke calling Charlie a seal.  It will remain forever in out hearts)

 Sibling love.  They love each other.  Makes me happy.

The 3 of us at a show.  My hair looks crazy but it really was a great day.

My Little Dancer

 Warning, some of the pictures are crazy.  But you have to scroll to the bottom and watch the video because they are well worth it.  Especially the hula hoop one.  Anyway, so now that Kaylee is 3 a whole world has opened up to her.  We were going to put her in preschool this January and since we just moved out on her own and money is tight (Plus I wanted more time to research preschools) we decided to put her in dance class in the mean time.  Best decision ever.  This is from her first day. 

 Warming up with butterflys.  They ask everyone where they are flying to.  Half of them said Disneyland including Kaylee. I don't think Kaylee is prepared for how awesome Disneyland really is.

The above is the best picture I got after the class is over.  She is showing me her stickers she got on her hands.

Now for the videos:

Across the floor

This next one is the best.  Look for the girl in the black ballet shoes.  That is Kaylee.

2014 is off to a great Start

 On New Years day we had a special lunch at my parent's house.  They had a potato bar which was oh so tasty!  We had a lot of fun too.  Above is my Uncle Bob, Aunt Ruth and Kaylee.

 A REALLY special thing that I was able to witness and help with is going to my friend Heather's baptism in the church of Jesus Christ of ladder day saints.  It was so cool to see her get baptized,  I've known her for about 12 years now.  I met her when I was in Alliance Drum and Bugle Corp.  I was a mellaphone player and she was colorguard and it being in that drum and bugle corp really was one of the highlights of my life along with my friendship with Heather.  When I heard she was going to church I was pleasantly surprised.  I think we had talked about my beliefs a bit before but it was someone else who actually brought her to church.  I admire her because of how much she really has a true testimony of the church and passion for being LDS.  She makes me want to be a better person.  Her baptism was really cool.  Kevin baptized her, I played the piano, and Kevin and I even did a special music number.  But the most special part was seeing her get baptized and hearing her wonderful testimony.  Love you Heather!

 Our little Kaylee is now a SUNBEAM in Primary!!  She is no longer in nursery she has graduated on and we love it!  We love her teacher.  Sis Sadlier (I spelled that wrong I know it) is one of those people I grew up with.  She has had many piano calling and I always looked up to her for her wonderful skills.  She is also a former teacher.  So she is good.

 Ok this picture makes me burst with joy.  I am SO proud of Kaylee.  We took her ice skating for the first time and she rocked it.  First she was a little timid about it, then she was ok with holding two people's hands, then she was ready to hold on to the wall with one person's hand, then she let go of the wall, then she decided to try and get on the ice on her own.  She refused a hand.  She kept close to the wall and we kept close to her but even typing this I want to cry.  So proud of this lovely lady.  This was a perfect day.  It isn't every day I try and do something cool with her and it works in my favor.  She was keeping up with us too.  She didn't slow us down at all.  Ah!

 So the next few pictures are just cute.  Above is a cute picture of Aunt Claudia with her littles on our couch.  I'm so happy she lives closer so we can see her more soon!!

 Malcolm Sleeping.  I had to wake him up because we had to leave to go somewhere.  This was really hard.  Look at him!

 I watched my friend/neighbors kids and it was so fun having the kids play together.  I also learned about some social things I need to work on with the kids.  Haha I need to get my kids out there more!

 Kaylee thought Malcolm needed to dress up as a pretty princess.  I'm actually surprised there isn't any accessories.  He usually does that on his own. 

I love the way Malcolm lounges.  I love the way he does almost anything.  I don't love his new fascination with the toilet water....but its ok.  He is 1, and later I can tell his girlfriends about it.  The keeper will accept him for his toilet playing past. (I don't actually let him play in there. I remove him from the situation haha)

Videos For My Grandma!

These are the videos of the kids opening their presents after Christmas.  These are from my wonderful Grandma Melba.  She is so nice to get us gifts for Christmas!  The kids love them!  Thank you Grandma so much! First is Malcolm and second is Kaylee.  Enjoy!  (Oh excuse the mess and hindsight I probably should have turned off the TV  oops!)

Cuteness in December

 Aunt Ruth got there just in time for Kaylee to wake up from a nap and fall back asleep on her

 Self explanatory

 They are best friends

 At the mall with Grandma

 This is at Mal's eye appointment on New Years Eve

 At Bostonia Park

The Shorten Sealing

 On Kevin and I's anniversary we were honored to be able to attend the sealing of my best friend Monique's family's sealing.  It was beautiful!  I was able to capture some pictures of this beautiful family.

 Isn't she beautiful?  They all look so happy and I am so happy for them as well.