The Ranch

A little piece of heaven on earth. That is what the ranch feels like. Lots of family time, good conversation, tons of eating, the perfect environment for cousins to play together and become friends, a time away from things that don't matter, meals in the cook shack, popcorn and otter pops, 4-wheeler rides, horse rides, tractor rides for Landon, spotlighting, sewing, trampolines, and above all relaxing doing nothing and loving every minute of it. I have been so fortunate to be blessed in such a great family. This was the first year that the whole fam was up together. Landon had so much fun. I think he likes Tanner the best. Tan took him everywhere the first few days. That is until a little trip to the park and a slide broke Landon's leg. Well actually it fractured his tibia. We enjoyed a nice afternoon at the star valley medical center. From then on the ranch was a little different for Landon. He spent alot of time driving around on 4-wheelers, tractors, trucks, the john deer moer, and basically anything that would allow him to be outdoors but not have to walk. I never thought I could have more fun at the ranch until I had a child. What a different perspective. Everything was so new and exciting to him this year. I felt bad taking him home to our boring house. Anyways, the week flew by and we had another great year. These are just a few of the fun pics. Oh if you're wondering what the red odd looking thing on the counter is, I'll let you use your imagination. With a quick trip to kings Scott and Jared came home with this that provided for a few jokes. Just part of the good times at the ranch!!!

Girl Trip

Okay, so it feels like an eternity since I last blogged. The longer you're away from it the easy it is to just keep putting it off. Anyways, a quick brief on this past month. Me, my mother, my cousin, and aunt all went on a girl vacation. Just a short trip to Utah for a weekend. Lots of shopping, eating, walking around, talking, and staying up late and by late I literally mean up until about 3-4:00 in the morning. We saw legally wed-don't think I'll see it again, the Joseph Smith movie (always a favorite), and again Le Miserables. I seriously think I could spend a great deal of money on broadway musicals if I lived in New York. I had such a great time. I love my family so much. We have never done anything like this before so I think it is the beginning of a little tradition. So much fun!

When I came home I found this card for me laying on the kitchen counter. It made me feel so good to be back at home. I love my hubby and son!!

I LOVE THIS BOY

My little man. Crazy. Happy. Active. Independent.

Tough. Smart. Lovable.

Absolutely Perfect.

New Shoes

Landon's favorite word lately is "SHOES." The moment I put on shoes he has to come up and touch them and then repeat over and over the word. I have to admit two things I love to buy for a boy are shoes and P.J.'s. I'm a huge sucker when it comes to splurging on these items. Scott is always looking to find him a new pair. I think that's just about it and the rest of the time I look at girl clothes and dream for the day!!!

Crazy Hair

Love it! Jen, my adorable sister-in-law, took this picture at the park on Sunday. That sneaky grin and red cheeks looks a little devilish to me. He's my little man!

My So Called Life

Not much exciting has happened in our lives this week-or I should say last week (I'm a little late posting). Landon has discovered he likes farting-of all things. He discovered this amazing trick that whenever I change his diaper one or two usually slip out and it makes me laugh. Now it has become a huge game. He'll just stare at me, hold really still, and focus and he's now learned how to let them rip. It's all cute right now until he gets bigger and they get louder and smellier. I guess I haven't done a good job at teaching manners-obviously he would never learn something like that from his mother. Is this normal for boys? Is this the first of many embarrassing milestones he is yet to discover?

I've also become addicted to the show "So You Think You Can Dance." I used to think if I could pick any talent to be good at it would be singing. Now after this show I think I would like to be a dancer. It's never too late to follow your dreams right? I think more than anything I admire the physical training that goes into something as intense as dancing. Maybe I should have Megan and Sadie show me a couple moves. I am yet to discover what my talents are.

My mother and I also saw the movie "Waitress" last week. Totally cute movie. I love Keri Russell. I think I would like to have curly hair like her. She is so pretty. I highly recommend the movie.

So basically the only new thing this week is that my son farts, I would like to be a dancer and have hair like Keri Russell. Is that too much info?

Cowboy in Training

Here is Landon, riding just like his Pop! Don't you love the huge eye-sore decoration Scott bought for Landon for Chirstmas? This horse is a favorite toy Landon frequently enjoys! The horse's name is White Lightening. Sound Familar? Pay attention to Landon's famous dismount off his horse.

****Ok...I had the video set on private mode. Hopefully it will work now that I set it on public****