Grumpy....? No Happy!

So my daughter officially has the waller scowl. But what a ham when she's in a good mood. We went to the my sisters christmas party last night and the girls, yet again, had the time of their life. But slightly disappointed were they when what to their wondering eyes should appear...santa! But wasn't he just at our other christmas party. He looks different mom (Nick played Santa at his family christmas party just hours early and somehow Santa had gained a significant amount of weight in such a short time). Well being that mom and dad weren't informed that this Santa was providing presents...my girls were sorely left out of the festivities only to bring up the fact that they had only received candy canes from him at the last party. I guess their "dad" is Laaaaaame!

Rockin' Hannah

So we spent an evening at the Dorney house and I have to give my sister-in-law props for catching this photo of my little Calli rockin out as Hannah Montana (at least her version). She has a blast with guitar in hand creating her moves while decked out in a wicked pair of suede boots.

Thanksgiving

So we spent Thanksgiving at my sister Alisha's house in Boise. Everyone was there but Erika's family and Scott's girls. We sure missed them, but had a great time all together. The girls especially had fun as they hadn't seen their cousins in such a long time. What a great reunion for them. And they are still recovering from their 4 night slumber party whilst staying up til 11 o'clock (my girls were the culprits behind that fiasco. Sorry lisha). Thanks to the Marlatt's for a wonderful holiday. We miss you guys!

Homemade snow cones

The girls were so antsy to get outside and play in the snow after one of the first big snowfalls this year. I couldn't get them to come inside. Even with frozen toes and icy fingers they begged me to stay outside. I love that they love the snow and pray that we get more because they are the cutest snow bunnies.

St. George

So our semi-annual trip to St. George was so good. Although not as warm as we would have liked it was fun to spend the time with the family and to get away for a mini vacation. You couldn't have paid me to get into that pool but my girls thoroughly enjoyed it despite the cold.

Blessing Day

So we blessed our little one on the 1st of November. It was a wonderful blessing. I was so glad our families could be there. As you can see, she slept through everything. But I think she felt the most at home with her Uncle Brandon. She snuggled right up with him after a tough afternoon of not wanting to take an actual nap. He has the touch I tell you. And not just with her. He has an amazing connection with all 3 of my girls. They sure love him. I was glad though that she was good for family pictures. Not that she isn't all the time. I couldn't have asked for a better baby!

Halloween

The girls had so much fun this year trick-or-treating. Little Calli was a pumpkin and Livvy was Cinderella. They most especially loved tricking grandma by coming to her door to trick-or-treat. They thought that was so funny. Thanks to the Colemans for going door to door with us and for the wonderful dinner. What a blast!

Crazy Look-a-likes

So originally I posted that my sweet Keira was the spitting image of Calli. Crazy how things change because now she looks just like Livvy. I guess adding a few pounds really does the trick. We think it's all in the cheeks. The girl has almost doubled her birth weight in 2 months. What can I say....she sure loves her food.

My little Princess

So Livvy wanted to be Aurora for Halloween but I talked her into being Cinderella as she looks so good in blue and our Cinderella dress was in much better shape. Didn't she turn out beautiful. Proud mommy I must say. We went to a Halloween party on Thursday and she was the bell of the ball.

Wheeler Farms

So we took the kids to Wheeler farms a week ago and they had a total blast. Sweet Jonas was able to join us and it just wouldn't have been the same without him. Mom and Dad came as well and we were so lucky. We all had a good time collecting pumpkins and going through the hay maze and finally enjoying a ride on the wagon.

Livvy & Calli

Just a few pics of the girls. The one of Livvy is of her on her first day of school. I had to take the picture

at the hospital as I was still there when she started. The one of Calli is of her sporting the only flowers we got while in the hospital. One from daddy. He claims that's all they had in the gift shop. Calli put it to good use right away.

Is it Calli or is it Keira?

So I find it uncanny how much my 2nd and 3rd child look alike. I know Keira is only 1 week old but she looks so much like her big sister. And here are the pics to prove it. These first two are of Calli ; the day she was born and on her blessing day. Any of you who have seen Keira may recognize the face in the blessing photo. Keira pulls that face all the time. The last pic is of Keira and Livvy. It just blows me away at all the similarities. The nose is the only visible difference. CRAZY!

She's finally arrived

We'd like to introduce the newest member of our family. Her name is Keira Coleman. Born Sunday August 30, 2009 at 7:15pm. Weighing in at 6 lbs. 5 oz. and 18 inches long. Although she was 3 weeks early, she is healthy and all is well. We couldn't be more happy that she has finally arrived into our family. And the girls just couldn't be more thrilled to have their baby sister here. Thanks to all of those who have so graciously supported us during this process. We couldn't have gotten here with out you. We love you all!

4 weeks and counting

So Nick asked me to post some pics of myself pregnant. I guess I just figure that by baby #3, you don't have to make the big announcement. So I guess this is my announcement. My coming out. I'm due 1st to mid September, not sure. But the Dr. will be clipping my stitch the 27th of August. So I could go in to labor immediately or my cervix could surprise us all and hold strong till my due date. We just aren't sure. Anyway. Only 4 weeks to go til I'm off my bedrest. And I am sure that my families are counting down the days. A shout out to them for their wonderful help and support with tending my kids. You ALL rock!

Cabin Fun

I know I know I am about a month behind on my blogging. I have several excuses most of which I am sure you don't care to hear. But anyway. This is us up at my sister's cabin over the 4th. Boy did the girls have fun.

Happy 5th Birthday!

So I know that this is late coming since her Birthday was the beginning of June, but bedrest doesn't fare easy. Things are great and our big girl is 5 now. Everyone had a blast at the party and Livvy got everything she could have wanted. Thanks to grandma for helping with the cake. Livvy wouldn't have anything but a bunny cake and grandma ran to the rescue to make it as Mommy can't do much these days. Thanks to everyone else for you support and generosity.