Sizzle Sizzle Boom

Yes, I know it has been awhile. I apologize to my regular readers, Aunt Marilyn and Scott! Life has picked up and when I have a moment to blog, I am brain dead.

We have been busy getting the other house ready for the big move. All we are doing is painting, but when you have a two year old apprentice it takes way longer than it should! Hopefully we will finish up this weekend. The blinds come next week and then it is moving day. Can't wait!

Two weekends ago Cris' mission companion and family came to visit from N. Idaho. They hadn't seen each other in over 12 years but kept in touch. It was good to finally meet Matt as Cris often talks of the fun times they had together. Their boys are the same age as our boys and are sports nuts as well. The boys only took breaks from playing basketball for a quick bite to eat and drink and then the game was back on.

This past weekend we went to the Idaho State Boys Basketball Tournament. My Alma Mater the, Burley Bobcats (Zach calls them the Burley Bobblecats), were defending their first place title from last year. They were victorious once again ending the past two seasons 53 and 1. They even had a slam dunk during the game. Who said white men can't jump! The boys were in heaven attending lots of games with Grandpa and Grandma. It looked as though half the town of Burley was there to support. Gotta love small town sportsmanship! In prepartion for the game I was teaching the boys the fight song. When I said the phrase, For it's High High High Sizzle Sizzle Boom, Cris gave me the strangest look. I guess I never realized how silly it was. So it is now a popular phrase in our home. The boys learned most of the song and were able to keep up with the band.

Here are some pics of the kids. Cris took the boys to the Globetrotters Game a couple of weeks ago. I told Syd we needed to fix her hair for church and it appears she didn't need my help. I just saw ten years into the future.

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day! We hope you have a fabulous day with your loved ones.

Zach has been busy making Valentine's for his class. We melted crayons into heart shapes and then glued them to his card that read, You color my World! Cheesy? Yes, but he was happy. He is so funny. He just ran in and told me the months of the year. He loves to learn and is starting to read a few words.

We got the best Valentine present. We signed papers today on our new home and get the keys tomorrow. YEAH! It is nice to have a place to call home. Now the fun begins with painting and moving. The weather has been so nice lately and we have been spending time outside riding scooters. Syd was feeling a little left out so Dad came home with the cutest princess scooter ever. Syd was so excited and thought for sure she could put it together faster than dad. She loves it and rides it around the kitchen.

Alex's reaction to the recent trade of Shawn Marion to Miami Heat. He calmed down and got rather excited once he heard Shaq is coming Phoenix. Go Suns!

The week of the unexpected.

Last week was the week of the unexpected at our house.

First, Alex jumped/fell (depends on who you ask) off of our bed and somehow has a minor fracture in one of the small bones on top of his foot. So he spent the next couple of days crawling around the house and lounging with his foot propped up being iced. By the end of Tues he was ready to go back to school. However, no school on Wed (unexpected) as it snowed and snowed- and we thought we were moving to a place were it hardly snowed. Not this winter. In January we had over 11 inches of snow compared to the 1 inch in Jan 07. We have been searching the stores for a snow shovel and have ended up borrowing from our neighbors as snow shovels disappear as quick as they come in.

Another unexpected, at least for me, was the passing of Pres. Hinckley. While I know he was 97 and his health was declining I had it in my mind that he would always be here with us. I will miss his humor and his encouraging remarks. I am greatful for his many years of service and his work of bringing so many temples to the earth. One of my favorite quotes from him is "Try a little harder to be a little better." I will truly miss him, but greatful he is reunited with his wife and others who went before him.

My latest craft project turned out to be a success (unexpected). I often concieve of great projects in my mind and not always do they turn out the way I would like. Especially, sewing projects. Syd's carseat cover was falling apart so I made a new one and it fit. She loves it and sat in her chair for an hour not wanting to get out. Maybe this will make her want to get in the car a bit easier!

Superbowl Sunday! We were cheering for the Giants and low and behold the underdog won (unexpected)! Zach was really rooting for the Giants even though he was wearing his Tom Brady jersey. We watched the game with some friends from college and had a great time!

So far this week is normal and I am thankful.

Syd's Birthday Bash

Here are some photos compliments of cousin Steph from the birthday party. Syd had so much fun and her excitement over every card and gift was priceless!

Our Baby is 2!

Today, our baby girl turns 2 years old. Where did the time go? Well are there are a few things I would rather not repeat, but all in all the past two years with Sydney Marie have been fantastic. She truly brings a smile to us all. She is lovable, sweet, determined and at times a bit fiesty. But when trying to keep up with two older brothers you have to make your self known. She is a girly girl never without her bracelet (thanks to Donise!) and loves to play football with her brothers. She is currently obsessed with Little Mermaid and we watch it at least once a day and is often found singing like Ariel. We are having a Little Mermaid party on Saturday with Grandpa and Grandma Wood and cousins. Should be good fun. We have been singing Happy Brithday to her all day and after each verse she louldly adds cha cha cha... Her vocabulary is slowly expanding and she loves to sing. After pouring over the pictures of the last couple of years I know I have been truly blessed to have such a wonderful, healthy family and look forward to watching all my babies grow.

Changes

So yesterday I bid farewell to another part of my Arizona life. My tags expired on the van so it was time to get Idaho plates and an Idaho Driver's License. I don't quite know why but I was a little sad to see my cactus plate go and my cracked license with the horrible picture be retired. Guess it makes living her seem more permanent as it should be since we bought a house last week! We are so excited and can't wait to move in. We close mid Feb. It is in SW Meridian - just a couple of miles from where we currently live. It is a house we fell in love with in Sept and through a series of events (it sold to someone else, then they backed out) we were able to get it for a good price. It is so much nicer being the buyer! Here are a few pics. There will be a guest room so visitors are welcome.

On a another note we went to Riverdance last night. LOVED it. It is our third time seeing it and it gets better every time. So if it is coming to a venue near you - Go! and yes Cris truly enjoyed it.