I want...

When Cole goes to sleep without any problems(stays in bed, doesn't cry...etc) and by himself he gets to choose a reward. This is usually to have a treat (left over Halloween candy), watch an episode of He-man, or go to the store. Well, the other day after Bret had spent the day shoveling peoples drive ways after a really big snow storm, Cole's nap time request was to go out and shovel snow with daddy. So, when Bret got home that night I very happily sent both of them outside to shovel snow for his reward. They had the time of their lives building mini sled jumps for Cole. Oh how I love boys!!!

Oh, Christmas Tree

This year in our little apartment there was no way possible that we were going to fit our normal 7' Christmas tree into our apartment and still have room to live in it. So, thanks to my sweet mother-in-law, we got one that fit a little better. It is about 2' tall and just perfect. Now as for the presents going under it... we might have to become creative this year. :)

Talk about Bed Head

2 Months Stats - Alyson

Wow, I can't believe that my baby girl is already 2 months old!! She is such a sweetie and just loves to smile at us, but she is also quite the little firecracker. Her passions right now - eating and eating. But you would never guess that because she is still as tiny and petite as they come. She is very active and LOVES her brother. I'm glad the feelings are mutual. We did find out though that she has a bad case of acid reflux which makes her very fussy for a good portion of the day because the acid burns her little throat when she spits up (which is quite often). Thankfully, we now have her on meds to solve that problem.

Weight - 8lb 12 oz 20%
Height- still 21 inches 20%
Head Cir - 38inches 30%

We sure do love having her in our family!

Fun with Blocks

Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child

For any parent whose child is not a good sleeper I suggest reading this book! It was a life saver for us. Cole was going to bed at 9pm but not falling asleep (and after lots of tears) until almost 10, Waking up and coming into our room 3-4 times a night, naps were almost non existent, and Cole's bad behavior was off the charts. He was throwing temper tantrums all day! I was losing my mind. We even had a bed time routine that we stuck to pretty well. Well, a very good friend of mine brought me this book and after reading it I realized that my sweet son was acting that way because he was beyond exhausted! I picked some of the stuff the book suggests and we worked really hard doing what the book said to do and within 3 days I saw a HUGE difference. We used the 'Sleep Rules". Now Cole goes down for nap at 2 without a problem on most days, is in bed by 7:30 and asleep before 8. Temper tantrums are almost non existent now and the bad days are few and far between. Trust me, this book is really good. I gave it to a really good friend who was having the same problems with her 3 kids and she also read it and now her kids are better behaving and go to sleep faster and earlier. Anyways, it is up to you but I love this book.

Aly's Blessing

We blessed Aly today and it was a wonderful experience. I am so blessed to have a husband who worthily holds the priesthood. We were also blessed to have many many wonderful men - grandfathers, uncles, brothers, and friends - standing in the circle with Bret. Bret gave Aly a beautiful blessing and promised her many things. Thank you to everyone who came to join us on this wonderful day!