we're back

So we are back from our trip to DC and New York. Devon and I took a group of 6 students from his classes for a history/ government trip back east. It was very fun- but I can't decide what pictures to post, so I might have to wait until Devon gets home. Here are some pictures of the boys so that we don't go post-less for a whole month!
James, cute on a Sunday morning. Spencer's arm is looking pretty cute too.
There was a Dr. Seuss party at the Family Center in the beginning of March. At first Spencer was terrified of this Cat in the Hat. I guess cupcakes and prizes will help anyone feel more comfortable.

Visit to Albequerque

We got to visit Deon and her family over President's Day. It has taken me a while to look at the pictures because Spencer and I got strep the day after we got back, but we had a great time there.
Boys and their toys. I guess you are never too young to appreciate a game of "Angry Birds." Spencer and Scotty are trying to wait patiently for their turn.
We got to go to the aquarium while we were in Albuquerque. Spencer loved it as usual. James enjoyed it too, but I think he might have enjoyed the big open space to run a little more.

Spencer has a new career plan. He no longer wants to be a fire fighter- but a Marine Biologist. We got to see them feed the fish and he was so mad that he couldn't be in there with the fish. I wouldn't be surprised if he stuck with this career plan. Whenever he sees fish he is totally still- and that is saying a lot for Spencer.
Thanks for letting us visit Deon, we had a great time!

Ode to my boys

I wanted to write some of my favorite things about my boys for Valentine's Day.
First is not really my boy- but my man. Devon is really the best husband i could ever ask for. His parents are amazing to have raised such a wonderful boy. On "library days" when I am gone in the evening he always takes such good care of things here. i come home to a clean house, fed boys and lots of great stories about the fun the boys had together. He loves playing with his boys. Devon is also very good at making me feel special, and helping me to be the best person I could be. He is always kind and patient, and I need that a lot! I love you Devon.
Spencer, where to start. I love that Spencer makes me laugh everyday. He always says such funny things. He is so excited about life. He always wants to go somewhere and do something. He has really been growing up lately and loves primary. A few weeks ago I asked him what they learned in primary, he said "You need a big stick to live with Heavenly Father." It took me a while to figure out they had talked about the Iron Rod. He is always making things for people. I love you Spencer!
James, how can you not love those big brown eyes? James is my cuddly boy. When he sees Devon or I walk in he comes running (or walking fast since he hasn't really mastered running yet). His personality has really started to show lately. He is my noticer- he notices which shoes each person wears and brings them to them several times a day. I got to help today in nursery and we were playing "Ring Around the Rosies" outside, when everyone fell down James looked at everyone like "What are you doing?" Then he went around helping everyone up. He always gives lots of kisses. I love you James.

Wow, I am one lucky girl to have such a wonderful little family- and big family too! Happy Valentines Day!

listen to the words I'm saying

More Spencer wisdom- I think he has hear that phrase a few times

Just stuff

Just relaxin'
James has started to love books.
Isn't he a cute little pumpkin?
Our neighbors had a new baby, and now whenever they come over Spencer has to hold the baby a few times. I think it's great since he never wanted to hold James. Spencer has grown up so much lately- he's starting to act like a 4 year old- which is very nice after being 3!

snowmen

We finally had some good snowman making snow. Here is our snowman family that we made with all the neighbor kids. I remember when Spencer was the only little boy in the complex- now there are 15 kids here- it's crazy and fun!

Devon's Birthday

Devon's birthday was on Feb 1st (in case you forgot). I actually had to work at the library that day, so we celebrated on the Sunday before. I put together a little (not as creative as Devon's) scavenger hunt. The clues were so easy even Spencer figured out a few- but it was fun!

Spencer saw this present first thing- but he had to wait a while to find it.
I asked Spencer what he wanted to get Daddy, and listed some of the things I had already bought, but Spencer decided he needed a drum. So here are Spencer and Daddy with the drum. Also notice the sign painted by James and Spencer in the background.
Devon's parents gave him guns. He got one present on his real birthday- and they have been great for monster hunting!