2012 Easter Pictures

Over spring break we had the kids pictures taken in their Easter clothes and Gwen's pictures taken in her blessing dress. They turned out pretty cute!!

 Adam Richard

 Tessa Ann

 Gwendolyn Marie

So thankful for my beautiful, healthy babies!! I don't know what I would do without them!

The Big 32!

Monday I turned the big 32. How do I keep getting so old? I swear I was just turning 20. My family had us over for a combined birthday party for me, Matt, and Andrew Sunday evening, since our birthday's are all a week and a half apart. It was fun to hang out and visit with everyone.

 Adam helped me read my birthday cards.

 Ares blew out all the candles the first time around, so we got to light them twice.

 Monday was a quiet day here at home with my kids and their Riley cousins. My Mom came down to say a quick hello in the afternoon and then Eric took me out for a nice dinner that evening. My sweet in-laws had me over for dinner on Wednesday. I am so thankful to have such wonderful families who love me so much!

photo by Adam

A Birthday Blunder

I like to think of myself as somewhat graceful, but last night I was anything but! As we were leaving my parents house, I tripped and pretty much fell flat on my face in the middle of the driveway, leaving myself with this beauty!

I guess it could be worse, but it's not exactly how I hoped to look on my birthday. Or any other day of the week:)

Katy's Graduation

This weekend Aunt Katy graduation from BYU! We are super proud of her!!

 Tessa wanted to know why she was wearing a costume. 

We took pictures, had a yummy dinner, and then.....

we danced!

Congrats Katy!
We love you!!

Baby Jaws

 When I was a baby, I got the nickname "Baby Jaws" from this picture when I was 6 months old. Gwen totally reminds me of my "Baby Jaws" days. Her smiles are huge and always with her whole mouth wide open. She is a much cuter "Baby Jaws" and I proudly pass the nickname on to her.

It's nicer than "Thunder Thighs".

Boys Night Out

Despite all of us being sick, Eric brought home 2 tickets to the Jazz game last night. I probably wouldn't have let them go had their seats not been in the 4th row! Adam eats, sleeps, and breaths basketball right now. Especially Jazz basketball. He would have gone to this game on his death bed. He about burst into tears when Eric called to tell him where they were heading for the evening. (We love Eric's boss!)

They had a great time and the Jazz ended up winning after the game went into triple overtime! They didn't get home until after midnight and are both paying for that today, but they both agree it was worth it!

GO JAZZ!!

Spring Break

This week was Spring Break for us and we have tried to have as much fun as possible! It has been so nice to have Adam home with us and some nice spring weather for part of the week. 

 We spent Tuesday at the park. 

 Gwen rocked her shades!

Aunt Katy came down and played with us.

 I found Adam teaching Gwen about animals and bugs. He even took his shirt off to show her his "bumps". That's what he calls his biceps.

 Eric was sick for most of the week and we didn't see much of him since he slept a lot. The kids and I tried to think of fun things to do during the evenings. Adam got to watch 2 Jazz games this week and on Thursday, we decided to have a camp out. We played games, watched movies, had popcorn and hot chocolate and slept in our tent. It was raining cats and dogs that day, so it was a perfect night to stay home and get cozy!

 picture by Adam

 picture by Tessa-yes, that is Gwen's famous spit up on my shirt....

 Gwen sleeps like she carries the weight of the world on her shoulders,

 By the time Saturday rolled around, we were all feeling sick and spent the weekend sleeping and trying to rest....well, everyone but mom that is:) 

Adam is sad spring break is over, but is also excited to go back to school and play basketball with his buddies. He loves playing with Gavin and Ryan. We are anxious for summer now and can't wait to have our Bug-a-Boo home all day long!