MIDWESTERN GRADUATION

Yes we are all still alive and well. I know it has been waaay to long since my last post. We have been a little busy. We moved from Glendale to Gilbert the beginning of July and I couldn't be happier. We moved in with my parents while we are having a house built. It has been a lot of fun being around so much family all the time. Our new house will be in my sister Melissa's ward. We are sooo excited to be in Gilbert, have a new house, and live so close to so many of my brothers and sisters. It is a little sad that we now live about 45 min. to an hour away from Peter's side of the family. The most exciting thing that happened since I posted last is that Peter is finally and forever done with school. He graduated from Midwestern University with his Doctorate of Pharmacy. I couldn't be more proud of him. Since graduation he passed both of his exams and is now a Pharmacy manager. These pictures are completely out of order but you get the idea. Showing off his diploma with his dad.Peter and I right after graduation. for being June 12th is wasn't too hot. Thank goodness.The second best part of graduating....Throwing away all the papers he no longer has to hold onto. The group right after graduation. Thank you all for coming out to support Pete!! Peter and his bff Phil from school. Receiving his diploma right after graduation. Can he look any happier?Walking out of the auditorium after graduation. Walking into the auditorium. Sorry I know sooo out of order.

Pirates

Tytan and Ridge both have both been blessed with a lazy eye. Tytan's left eye turns out a little when he is looking far away and Ridge's left eye turns in a little when he is looking up close. Very few people have ever noticed it but it is just bad enough where the eye doctor makes us patch the good eye once a day. Tytan has to have the patch on for 2 hours a day and Ridge just for half hour. Tytan absolutely despises the patch so every day I have to come up with a new creative pirate game. We have to pretend we are pirates and of course you can't be a pirate without a pirate patch. I don't know how much longer my little pirate shenanigan is going to last but I cross my fingers every day that today won't be the last. The eye doctor keeps saying that at some point Tytan will need surgery to correct his left eye but for now they just want to make sure his vision is strong in his bad eye. Ridge on the other hand won't ever need surgery. I almost never notice his lazy eye and I actually thought it was gone until the trip to the eye doctor said other wise. Every time I see both boys patched up & ready to play pirates I just have to laugh. Man I love these crazy pirates. *Don't mind the white goo all over Tytan's P.J.s. I had just gotten him dressed when he decided to put lotion on himself/Jammies. *These pics were taken a couple months ago....No I do not still but Ridge in fuzzy footsie Jammies in 100 degree weather.

Easter

This year we headed off to Midwetern University for their annual Easter egg hunt. I didn't get any good shots but I can't complain when it comes to 2 little boys. Maybe it is just me but I always imagined the Easter bunny being male. When I saw this bunny with the purple hat I was a little thrown off. Am I all alone with that or does anyone else think of him as a boy? I actually forgot to take any pictures of our home Easter egg hunt and egg dying. O' well Maybe next year. Getting ready to go egg hunting. My little boy is getting so big. He will be 15 months tomorrow. Tytan waiting patiently. Since it was raining on the day before Easter the hunt was moved into the gym. At Midwestern they also had a few activities the kids could do. Face painting, coloring, and cookie decorating. Peter and I were both blown away that Tytan actually ate most of his cookie after decorating it.

Boyz will be boyz

Tytan is very independent now. every time I try to help him him I immediately get the response "No mom I do it myself". So that is why he decided he needed to wash his own hands in the kitchen sink. He was standing on a stool realized he couldn't reach the faucet knobs so he climbed on top of the counter. Of course after splashing water all over the kitchen the counter was a little wet and slippery. As he is squatting on the edge of the counter he slips and falls backwards. His bottom 2 teeth went through his lip. After A LOT of blood and a few tears all is on the mend. Doesn't that look so nasty and seriously these pictures don't even do it justice.

Ridge's favorite toy in the entire world is our tool bin. We have a small basket of tools that we keep inside the house and of course ever since Ridge spotted that he is in love. He will walk over to the closet where they are kept and will point up and say up, up, up. A.K.A. get me the tools now. And yes I let my 1 year old play with pliers, hammers, and screwdrivers but only sitting down and under constant supervision.

What happens when a 2 year old finds diaper rash cream and his younger brother is in his line of reach? I think we both know the answer. Not the best picture but I think you get the idea.

For Rent

Peter and I are moving to Gilbert after he graduates so we will need to find a renter for our house in Glendale. We need your help to spread the word. I have heard so many horror stories when it comes to crazy renters and I am terrified to get one of those. The house will be available about the middle of July. I know that is about 3 1/2 months away still but I wanted to get the word out there first to friends and family before we had to resort to posting it on craigslist or going through an agency. So here are the house stats... -size: 1400 sq ft- -3 bed 2 1/2 bath- -2 stories- -cable, water, trash, hoa included- -no/little yard work- -backyard- -near Midwestern University, Glendale community college and University of Phoenix Stadium- -Great landlords (ha ha)- -$925 month- we are asking less than other houses the same size because we would rather get less for exchange for a good renter. So if any of you know someone that is going to or about to go to Midwestern send them our way. Sorry I'm not posting a picture because I am a big chicken and I don't want a pic. on the web. If you or anyone you know is interested please leave a comment.

Nate

The man of the day....Nate Our good friend Nate called us last week telling us he was going through the temple for the first time. Of course Peter and I were ecstatic. Nate lives in Utah but decided to come to the Mesa Temple so some of his good friends could be there with him. Friday night Alicia, Brett, Megan, Warren, Peter, Nate, and me all had the opportunity to go do a session at the Temple. We all get together to go camping every summer but this is the first time we had the opportunity to get dressed in our Sunday best and go to the Temple. After the session we went to Megan & Warren's house for dinner and then a fun slumber party. Of course we all stayed up way too late playing games and laughing. All the girls knew we would have to wake up with our little boys in the morning so we headed off to bed but of course the guys stayed up most the night playing video games and just being guys. Needless to say it was a fun night. Nate we are soooo proud of you. Megan & Warren thanks for hosting a fun night. The group Back: Brett, Peter, Warren Front: Alicia, Me, Nate, Megan Alicia & Brett Megan & Warren Pete & I The Boys...Peter, Nate, Warren, & Brett The Girls....Alicia, Meggan, & Megan

KABOOST

I am absolutely in lOVE with this new product. Have any of you heard of the Kaboost? My thoughts exactly... the what? It is a product that goes underneath your childs chair to lift them up to they can reach the table without sitting on their knees. All of you know how extremely terrible of an eater Tytan is. He would refuse to sit in a booster seat "its just for babies" or "I need to sit like dad on his big boy chair" he would tell me. So he would always end up kneeling on his knees or just not be able to see his food. So when I came across this AMAZING product at the store the other day I just had to buy it. I first just bought one brought it home realized how amazing it was and how well it worked for my stubborn boy I went back to the store and bought 5 more. No I did not buy 5 more for myself I bought more because after I bought my first one I looked on the internet and realized how good of a deal I got compared to how much they are going for every where else. So 2 are already gone I only have 3 left. They are going for $37-$45 other places but I am selling them for $20. I really am not doing this to make any money I just seriously am in love and hope those of you (like me) who can"t afford to spend the $40 can have one for half the price. These are perfect for your stubborn child who really still needs a booster but refuses. If any of you are interested in buying one or have any questions leave me a comment. I will be in Gilbert this weekend so any of you who live on the east side I can bring it by then. From the Manufacturer KABOOST is a compact and portable chair booster that raises the height of kitchen and dining room chairs so your child can sit at the table just like a grown up. Using an adjustable spring system, KABOOST snaps-on to chairs in mere seconds. The spring-loaded arms firmly grip chair legs into place, and KABOOST stays attached even when the chair is moved or repositioned. KABOOST has a choice of two height positions ¿ equivalent to the same heights of standard booster seats ¿ allowing a child to grow with it. Its non-slip rubberized feet will not scratch floors. As lightweight and compact as it is, KABOOST is extremely sturdy holding up to 300 lbs. and is engineered to improve chair stability. Children reach a certain point in which they no longer want to sit in a special chair or booster seat. A child wants to be just like his mom and dad or older siblings. In fact, many children would rather sit on their knees and eat rather than use a booster seat. That¿s where KABOOST comes in ¿ a child can sit and reach the table just like everyone else. The empowering feeling of KABOOST gives kids the ability to develop a sense of independence and gain self-confidence, even their self-esteem will likely improve as they begin to feel a part of the family. KABOOST has been tested and approved by independent testing laboratories. Its recommended age range for children is 20 months to 6 years old. Product Description Kaboost Portable Chair Booster The Kaboost Portable Chair Booster is one of the most innovative products to come along in some time. The modern, portable chair booster allows the child to sit at the table just like mom and dad, brother and sister. At a certain age every child feels that a booster seat is for a baby. With the Kaboost, they'll feel just like any other adult. The difference? The Kaboost Portable Chair Booster isn't a seat. The Portable Chair Booster attaches onto the bottom of just about any 4 legged, square or round chairs. It is the same height as standard booster high chair which is great for the child. Most children would rather sit on hands and knees than a booster, but with the Kaboost they can sit right on their bum! It can hold up to 300 lbs. of weight, which means your 50 lb. child will be able to use it with ease. Mom and dad won't have to worry about floors getting scratched as the rubberized feet are non slipping to prevent any scratching from occurring. It only takes seconds to snap on the Kaboost and it can stay on the chair even after dinner as it can be moved while attached. Appeasing a child at dinner or lunch is difficult. Make their lives easier and yours less painful with the Kaboost Portable Booster Chair. This time your little baby can dine just like you.