Because we left on St. Patrick's Day, I dressed the kids in green and gave them each a green fruit popsicle to eat while I finished up packing. (Really, I just needed to keep them entertained so I could actually get stuff done!) The car ride down was awesome, talking with Diana, and listening to some killer tunes. Diana's 2 year-old daughter, Ramsi, is so cute. She literally prefers to rock out as opposed to listening to those nursery rhyme type cd's. Her dance moves were cracking me up!
Here's Jonny happily greeting Beau, my parent's dog, after 3 long months of not seeing him. 
The girls chillin' at Cafe Rio: Kelly C, Kristal, Amber, Kelly N, and me. We had so much fun catching up with one another. I thought for sure they were going to have to kick us out after 2 hours, but we finally left, and then walked across the parking lot so we could continue talking at Nielsen's Frozen Custard. It was a great night.
After shopping with my mom on Wednesday, we spontaneously decided to stop by a golf course pond to watch the ducks and the geese. Then we had a nice visit with the Sonju's. Gosh, I love those little girls!
Because I didn't have a car, the kids and I mostly hung out at home with my parents and grandparents, who live next door. But Sarah was sweet enough to come visit me, and it was so good to see her! Here's Frankie and Jon giving a good-bye hug when it was time for them to go.
That night, the kids and I played at the water park, while we waited for my mom to finish up practicing with the Heritage Choir at the Tabernacle. It was too cold to play in the water, but Jon and Emily had fun running around and watching the kids who WERE crazy enough to get wet.
We celebrated Jon's 2nd birthday on Friday night with my parents and grandparents. Dinner was delicious.... 
...and so were the cake and ice-cream, of course!
My parents gave Jonny a wooden train set (thanks for the tip, Kelly). He was in love with it! He knew right away how to put the pieces together and for over an HOUR, he pushed the train around the tracks saying, "Chuga, chuga, choo, choo." It was the cutetst thing ever! And I was AMAZED that it held his attention so long. 
Playing trains must have worn him out, though, because once "papa" had him on his lap and started reading a story, Jonny was nearly asleep. :)It was a nice, relaxing trip, but we missed Wade so much that we decided next time we go, he'll have to come with us.
Jonny has always been ALL BOY...until recently that is, when he discovered princesses. haha Kim says that just means he has a sensitive side. ;) He is crazy about trains, animals (especially horses), dinosaurs, cars, balls, and playing outside, usually in the dirt. He's our little monkey, climbing and getting into anything and everything. He's full of energy and joy, and amazes us everyday by how much he's learning. We love you Jonny. Happy Birthday buddy!
Saturday afternoon was the Zions Bank Bowl-A-Thon. So Wade and the kids bowled their little hearts out to raise money for youth programs. (more pictures coming soon!) I joined them for the last ten minutes after my Scrapbook Retreat was over. It was fun to see Emily so confident at bowling. With help from the bumpers, she scored over 100! :) Go Ems!
While we were in Logan, we stopped by to visit my good friend, 
Just for fun, here's a picture of Emily and Aiden from February 2006. Can you believe how much they have both changed? 
After the wedding, oh man, we had the best time dancing! Wade and "the boys" busted out their dance moves. He really enjoyed being with his high school buddies again. I was glad we could be there to support Craig. And it was good to see Caleb and his girlfriend. But hands down, we had the best time with 
Sophie taught Emily how to spin and they didn't want to stop...they just kept going and going and going for like a 1/2 hour. Too cute!
So this afternoon, when I found this surprise waiting for me after quiet time, I just laughed. Emily must have had a blast making a playgym out of her bedroom furniture. She told me, "My bed is a slide now, mommy. And it's fun."
Wade made his famous no-bake cookies...so yummy!
Pumpkin Cake Delight
An older couple in our ward bought this cute Easter cake for $50 and then walked over to our table and set it right in front of Emily and said, "This is for you, sweetheart." She was ecstatic, and Wade and I were so grateful they did something like that for our little girl.
The clean-up crew ;) Don't you remember doing that after ward activities when you were little? They are definitely having a good time!
The next day was the last Wednesday of the month, so it was FREE DAY at Hogle Zoo. Since Elaine and I have been teaching the kids about wild animals in preschool, it was a perfect field trip opportunity. We arrived just as the gates were opening and enjoyed a few hours of fun before it got too busy.
climbing on the tiger 
Jon wanting to climb up and play with the squirrels
