January 10, 2009

After Santa came, the Eppersons came

My sister Colleen and bro-in-law Dan came to Utah right after Christmas to visit.  We had SO much fun just playing.  Kian followed Canaan (10) and Annelise (8) around, ALL DAY.  But they were great playing with their 4 year old cousin.  Also, there were FOUR 1-2 year olds in the house:  my twins, Zade (2), and Asher (1).  It was great seeing all of them and I miss them already!  Here are some pics of our time together.
Zade & Ryland playing in Grandmam's basement.  They played very well together.  While Zade can be a tough cookie with the older kids, he was a sweetheart with Ryland and Grace.
"Christmas" with the Epperson's.
They had to spend a little time together, on Chop's chair.
Canaan making silly faces.
Baby Asher isn't as much of a baby anymore.  He just turned ONE in early December.
Grace absolutely ADORES her Grandmam.  In fact, when she gets hurt at Grandmam's house, she runs to her for kisses.  She even ran past me once to get to Grandmam.  
HEY!  Its Hannah Montana!!  When did she grow her beard?  Oh wait, thats just Dan.  Ah, what a wonderful picture.  Maybe it was mean posting it, but I couldn't help myself.
Zade (aka "Bam-Bam")
Ryland liked putting on Mr. Potato Head's glasses.  He'd put them on to read books.
He is a cutie huh?
The twins liked climbing on the coffee table, which Grandmam didn't like so much.  ;)
My beautiful sister Colleen.
Annelise made these snowman in the backyard.  Aren't they cute?
Big smiles!!

Thanks for coming to see us Dan &  Colleen!  We love you guys!

January 1, 2009

Birthday Party & Christmas Day

I forgot to post a picture of Randy's birthday.  I made him a chocolate cake and they all enjoyed blowing out the many, many candles.
On December 24, the twins turned 2 years old!  I can't believe it!!  We had a birthday party with some friends and family.  It was a lot of fun!
Ryland got a police motorcyle toy, which he loved!
Grace and her cousin Elizabeth tried out the new baby stroller and shopping cart.
They loved their new kitchen!
mmmm...  lots of good food.

Then the next day was Christmas!!  We had to wake up the kids at 8:15am!  Kian was an old pro at opening gifts while the twins were a little slower.  But they all loved their new toys!  Thanks to everyone who helped make our Christmas extra special!

Absolute madness.
Ryland kissing Curious George.



Bibbity Bobbity Boo....  
Grace loves you!