Valentine's

The month of Love

We celebrated Valentine's day with Flowers, a chocolate fish that says, "You're a great Catch" and the most romantic movie ever made. Ryker and Violet made Valentine's for all of their friends, and Violet had a class party that I got to help with. We gave the kids boxes of chocolates which they devoured. Ryker had a talk with Naylia (pictured below) about who he was going to marry when he grew up. They were looking through their Valentines at the kitchen table, when Naylia admitted to having a crush on Ryker! Young love, so cute. My little stud muffin.

The best day at the zoo

We went to the zoo during the hibernation months. While everyone else was at home trying to get out of the freezing cold, we decided to bundle up and head over to look at the animals. We brought Auntie Sum Bum and cousin Kalli. It was cold, but amazing because we mostly had the whole zoo to ourselves and surprisingly, the animals were active! Afterwards we went home and had an amazing afternoon nap

Jonah and Violet with the Seals. 

 The Giraffes were so close! The man who takes care of the Giraffes and the Elephants told us a little bit about his job. He said he started out with the reptiles. Ryker and Violet both left there with new ambitions to become zookeepers when they grow up!

 You wouldn't believe it, the tiger was in the water on that frezzing cold day. He was staring right at the kids, almost like he was glad to see someone coming to see him.

It'll be our little secret, the best time of year to go to the zoo.

Trying to play catch up!

Gary's 30th Birthday

 We celebrated by going to the Blue Lemon at City Creek, and then we stayed at the Hilton Hotel for swimming, lounging, and room service. It was a great get away for our whole family. I made a white cake with pistachio filling for the birthday boy that was delish!

We love ya Gary, even if you are turning into an old man!

Happy Birthday my dear!