RED day!

Yesterday we had RED day! It was fun to finally be back on track with our color days after vacation and summer school! First thing, of course, we had to find all the RED things we could. This 'phone' Liam is talking on was given to him by Corie on his first birthday. It's actually a pretend Swiss Army knife. At any rate, the past few days he has been obsessed with it and using it as a phone to talk to G.G. and ask for bubbles. Funny, funny.

Then we had to make our RED sign. This is my favorite one so far! He's becoming such an artist.
And I went through an old box of party stuff and found RED balloons. He's still going strong playing with them today, too!
Giving the 'angry' eyes while eating his RED mac'n'cheese with veggies. Rumor has it that Izzy has started giving the infamous angry eyes as well. Must be genetic.
Taking a swim in his RED bath. He now blinks or makes this funny face in almost every picture.
And showing off his RED sign! He's getting quite the collection on his wall now!
Next week we'll be in Murphy's but we'll have a BROWN week the next week!!

Our Daily Double

Some parents like to brag how their kids play Solitaire or read the dictionary. I guess I get to brag that my son's favorite show is Jeopardy. Well, Jeopary AND Family Feud. They are our Daily Double. He has loved Jeopardy since I can remember. It always puzzled me because it's really not that interesting as far as graphics, etc, are concerned. But, he begs for it each night. We watch it from 7-7:30 while he unwinds for bed. I do know, however, that he loves the sounds. Petew, Petew, Pew-Pew-- That's the sound he makes for the Daily Double. :) He gets his amazing sound effect ability from his daddy.

I do, however, know where he got his love of Family Feud: G.G. He fondly calls it "Happy, Happy!" We get to watch that when he wakes up from his nap from 2:30-3:00. I was embarrassed to realize that he can even clap in synch with the theme song. And he throws his arms up in the air and dances wildly when one family wins the round.

I guess I've created a Game Show monster...

Fun and Busy Day!

We had a fun and busy day today! The first best part of the day was that it was my last day of school until August! WOOO-HOOO! Summer break at last! After I got out of class, Izzy came over for a little photo shoot so I can do one of my layout samples for the store of her in her very first swimming suit! Boy is she adorable. Doesn't she look adorable in these glasses?

Her with my poppies in a sweet hat from Nana.

And her very first time swimming in her very first swimming suit! How precious is that?!
Showing off her bow!
After Liam's nap, Owen and Ehren came over to play. Liam did a little better sharing. Here he is 'sharing' Owen's own crackers with Owen. They both thought it was pretty hilarious when Liam would feed him.He's been so excited to see Owen this week. Everyday he asks for Owen. I'm so glad they are friends. :)And after Owen left we took a quick dip in the pool for his birthday invitations photo shoot. I had to practically drag him inside even though it was breezy and cool-- he didn't care. This kid just LOVES water.

Good Luck, John!

This weekend we went down to Yerington for our friend, John's, Mission 'Farewell' BBQ. Unfortunately, we didn't even get a photo of or with John! John is headed off next week to the MTC for his two year mission in Chile. We are so excited for him and know that he will be an awesome missionary!
Liam especially had a fantastic time at his BBQ. He basically never got off of the trampoline. Here are some funny pictures of Liam enjoying "Bouncing!!"

Don't you love this face that he makes when we tell him to say "Cheese!" Goofy kid.
Super Action shot!
Getting tickled by Scott and enjoying his juice(another special BBQ highlight).
And then, these are from our yard. Every year I think that this gigantic bush is a weed until it blooms into these amazing poppies! They are seriously some of the most gorgeous flowers! I just had to share them and document them because I love them so much. Too bad it's only once a year that they bloom. Before they bloom though, they look like a giant thistle. And it seems like they grow overnight. Enjoy!

OBSESSED!

Ok, so I am officially obsessed with the 'Twilight' book series! I got the first one for Mother's Day and haven't stopped reading since! I am anxiously awaiting the release of the fourth and final book in Septemeber. Also, something *really* exciting is the release of the movie in December. They already have the trailer out for it and more information. I know that this is not a 'typical Holly' type of book or movie, but trust me on this-- you'll love it!!
Anyway, here is a behind the scenes peek at the movie making for those that are interested--There might be some spoilers, so don't watch if you don't want to have a potential spoiler):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpuFKOQlgas
Here is the official "Twilight" trailer which I think is cool, but I hope they don't portray Edward so creepily(although he *is* a vampire). I have faith it'll even out and that this is just to draw in the husbands. haha.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBvOhfL4mYw
Then if you go to the site www.bellaandedward.com you can see the first completed scene of the movie! It looks crazy! I'm so excited. Again, don't watch if you don't want spoilers before you read the book.
Ok, I guess I should stop procrastinating my homework now--especially since you all know I am offically crazy now.

FHE Fondue

Tonight we had a very yummy Family Home Evening! After our lesson on Alma and Ammmmulek(as Liam says), we had Caramel Apple Fondue (I know you're jealous, Erica!) Wes liked pretending he was making polyjuice potion from Harry Potter and Liam just LOVED licking the caramel from the apples and then belting out a very enthusiastic "MMMMM!" I also made some yummy caramel apple bites and put them in the fridge to cool for later. I think I hear them calling my name now...

Super Boy!

Wes' mom sent Liam some goggles in the mail yesterday. I had NO idea they would be such a hit! He immeditately wanted to take both pair(green and blue) to the baby-sitter's. He and his friend Malia wore them throughout the day there. I think he likes that he can see everything in a differene hue. So, anyway, today he decided he wanted to wear them again. Of course, Wes had to construct a cape for him. It seems to go with the whole theme of the tie-dye star shirt and diaper doesn't it? He is definitely SUPER BOY!

Also, keep looking down the blog for more Salt Lake pics.