Grandpa and grandma great

Mac and I are lucky enough to be in California for a couple days so we got to visit with grandma and grandpa great.

Morning walks

Somehow Cara always ends up in the stroller with Mac by the end of the walk. At least this time she started out walking herself. But Mac still loves every second of his big sister time. Even if she gets into the stroller with him.

(I can't take a picture of them in there together... a little dangerous!)

When I grow up...

Ryann wants to be a mom when she grows up, because apparently it is not that much work.

Geez I love this little sweet girl I have been blessed to raise.

(Plus I am saving this for when she calls me in 20 years with a newborn.)

Meet Rue

Meet Rue, the newest member of our family. She has a "real" dog collar from auntie Madeline and uncle Zach with tags that say "if lost please call Ryann"

She hasn't gone potty in the house yet, she hardly barks, she did get a paw dirty from riding the scooter with Ryann, and she did get in trouble for sitting on the dinner table last night.

I think overall she is a very cute and welcomed addition to our household. Plus Ryann is over the moon.

Thanks for the sweet gift!

Two of a kind

These guys love each other. It always surprises me what Mac will put up with, ie Cara always dragging him around the house.

Happy boy

This cute boy hit 17lbs. He also loves playing with his sister's toys.

Dentist Trip

So far these girls are cavity free!
Cara was reprimanded for eating during the middle of the night and not brushing her teeth afterwards...also her parents need to help her brush... but the cute little stubborn thing doesn't let us. Sorry uncle Jason!

True love

Happy 7th birthday

My big girl Ryann turned 7 and what a day she had! She started with cinnamon rolls for breakfast in bed, wearing her beautiful new dress from grandma, a special birthday rainbow loom bracelet, a new necklace, lunch with daddy, watching movies after school, build a bear with Cara, spaghetti dinner and cake with the bakers, and opening presents. Whew.

She had so many phone calls, love from the family, and just a special day overall. 

I love you Ryann!

7 things about Ryann:

1. She has such a kind heart and is always trying to make people happy.

2. Loves horses, unicorns, rainbows, and puppies

3. Learning to read and getting much better at it.

4. Has 6 articles of faith memorized

5. Rides a 2 wheel bike and a scooter with no problems

6. Has lost 2 teeth

7. She can identify almost any instrumental music from a movie with what movie it is and what scene it comes from

Gilbert temple

Our family was able to go this week to tour the Gilbert, Arizona temple. It had been open to the public for the past few weeks and we were able to take the girls and see how gorgeous it is inside.

We had a lot of fun and can't wait to go back.

 We went with Grandma Mingo, Auntie Vicki, and some friends.