Happy Birthday Karleigh!

My baby is 2!!!! I can't believe it has been two years. We had a really fun day. It started off with opening presents before Daddy had to leave for work. Then we headed off to the zoo. It has become some sort of tradition to go to the zoo on her birthday. Since the last time we were at the zoo was last year on her birthday. It was so fun this year. The baby elephant was out to see for the first time and she is soooooo cute! The kids loved it! And I have to say I think I loved it as much maybe more. They also had a baby giraffe that was so cute. The big giraffe was over near the fence outside and people were petting it. It was really cool to see up close. Then we headed to see the baby tiger cubs but they were hiding. We did see the Lynx eating their Rabbits though. Pretty neat but at the same time kinda grose. Some kids felt bad for the rabbits others thought it was pretty neat. After a few nore animals, a ride on the carousel and train we headed home to get ready for the party. Presents, pinatas, cake and family! What else could a two year old ask for!

Colton

So Since this is my jOurnal you have to bear with me on some picturless posts. I just had to jot down some of the funny things my Coco says. It is probably not going to be as funny to those reading it unless you know Coco and know his hilarious personality and facial expressions he can pull. But I need to jot them down.

The other day we were on our way home from a long day of errands. I decided to take a detour through a newer neighborhood. Colton: "mom where you going?"
Me: " I just wanted to go this way".
Colton: "no mom jesus not want us to."
Me: (laughing) says Jesus doesn't care honey.
Colton: Yes mom he does, he not want us to.
Wow what a moment. It takes my young child to remind me that Jesus ALWAYS cares.

Arriving home from another long day of errands with a couple of vanilla frosty's in the car. As we arrive home Colton says he doesn't want one because he not like banilla. So I proceed to give it to his Cousin.
When he breaks in and says ' no I want it.' As he is eating he says "Hmm, this actually good" . Actually! I don't know where he learned that word but had me cracking up.

He has the funniest and most cute expressions. It is probably a mom thing but I absoulutly can't get enough of the kid. I am so glad he is home with me. I love him soooo much!

Today Chad tore a part off of his pizza and handed it to him in two small peices, ( yes I am having a brain fart. Can't think how to spell peices) Any way Colton takes them and says " Ohhh. How cute!" I can't explain how funny his voice is but he is hilarious. I love him so.

Happy Birthday to ME!

Wow it was my birthday! It was a good day. This picture taken courtesy of Preston. All I wanted for my birthday was to go to Barnes and Noble by myself and read for as long as I wanted. But as a mom it never goes as you plan. Kids got sick. I was able to go for and hour or so. Better than nothing I guess. I got a really good book too. So I guess that will do. I love my kids and husband.

This is Colton just being Colton! He always has us laughing! When I watched it the voices were all weird. I hope it works when It is uploaded. If not I hope you get the jist of him. He decided to put Corn on his Hamburger and according to him it is "alicious" .

Colton was really upset that he didn't get to start school yesterday. He doesn't start until Sept.9th. Here he is with his brother all ready to go. He went with us to Preston's first day. He was a little bored.

He is growing up as well. That is sad!

Here is a picture also of Preston's friend Owen who lives next door. They both start Kindergarten. They have different teachers but they can walk to school and back together.

Kindergarten

Preston starts Kindergarten. He is so excited. He is getting so big. He is in the Afternoon and all morning I kept hearing is it time?

I always said that I would not be sad when he starts school because I am so excited for him. I have to admit it was a little sad. I am so excited for him and know he is going to do great!

Back at Camp

I just love Camping. I wish life could be so relaxed and easy all the time. I love my kids and DH and love being able to be together. Can't wait to go again!