Tummy Time

Amulek's tummy time usually goes a little like this:

(please forgive my annoying voice. I try...)

Start 'em young...

...ok, just kidding (mom!). Our child is not going to be a boxer. However, it is no secret that his dad loves boxing. So it was only a matter of time before these pictures were taken. Enjoy!

(story commentary by Lamoni)

You want me to fight?

Ack! Don't hit me!

Alright, you wanna piece of me?

(one KO later) I'm the winner! I knew I could do it!

*No baby (or daddy) was harmed in the process of this post*

Denim on Denim

I know this is a fashion DON'T but I still think he looks pretty cute. What do you think?

P.S. You'll have to excuse the hair. We hadn't brushed it yet.

A Rainy Day

Sometimes, we just need to sit on the porch and watch the sunset through a drizzle of rain. And take pictures of cute boys.

Mr. Darcy and Korean Restaurants

Yesterday, some friends from work came over and we watched the A&E Pride & Prejudice. That's right - the whole thing! All 5 hours. Lamoni thought we were nuts. But we had fun and laughed and sighed and drooled over Mr. Yummy, I mean Mr. Darcy.

After the movie we went to Sam Hawk, a Korean restaurant in town. It is one of Lamoni's favorite places and we've eaten there several times. But the occasion this time was that Julie, one of my former coworkers, is obsessed with Korean culture and had never tried Sam Hawk (easily the best Korean food in town). It was doubly fun because she was so excited to eat there. We had a good time there, then went out for ice cream.

The Weekly List

I am a list-maker. Countless times I have found sticky notes around the house with lists for groceries, things to look up on the internet, recipes, projects to work on, chores, etc. That's why when I saw this post at Feathers Flights, I just had to steal the idea (sorry Heather, but I couldn't pass up your inspired idea!) I love using my weekly list so far.

That being said, does it ever feel like you are working all day and then when the evening comes around it seems as if you have nothing to show for the work you've done? Just saying...

The Petting Zoo

My husband has a nose for finding interesting events (and free food!). We attended an event for families put on by BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse) where we enjoyed hamburgers, talking with the volunteers (all bikers of course), and watching a tug-o-war between the big scary bikers and a bunch of little kids. There was also a small petting zoo which Amulek enjoyed...sort of.

Zentangle - Diva Challenge #37

A few months before Amulek was born, I got into a fun art form called Zentangles. It's kind of like a glorified doodling mixed with relaxation. I love the different patterns and the complexity of the designs and yet they are surprisingly easy to do. Let's face it - there's something just so enjoyable about abstract MC Escher-esque art:P Anyway, you can learn about about Zentangle here.

One blog that I read has a Zentangle challenge every week. I've been doing them for a while but never actually got to post my results. Here is this week's challenge, "Kiss my Grids." Enjoy:)

Airsoft

Lamoni enjoyed his first airsoft game with Brian and some friends.

Sporting the Swimwear

Papa gave Amulek this adorable swimwear and we have been dying to get him in it. He didn't actually do any swimming though. Maybe next time...

In the hot tub (look at that contented face!)

Wary of the camera...

My hubby:)

All the swimwear from Papa.

It's hard to be so cute.

Fourth of July

Our first Independence Day together as a family!

At the parade! We caught the very tail end of it.

We love Amulek's outfit:)

It was so tiring.

Amulek

Happy Anniversary/Fathers Day!

To the greatest guy I know:

Happy Fathers Day! To answer your question I would still say "yes" if I had to do it all over again. I love you more now than I did a year ago and I hope that we can have many more happy years together.

Great Finds

Ali & Toumani.

This album is exactly my type of instrumental "chill" music. I love it!

Click here for a preview!

Labor Pains

I was awakened in the middle of the night:

Lamoni: Amy! Wake up! You're having contractions!

Amy: Wha? Oh yeah, I am. Ok, good night.

Later.....

Lamoni: Amy! You're having another contraction. We better go to the hospital!

Amy: Um...I'm sleeping. I will let you know when we need to go to the hospital.

Ah, the joys of a concerned husband:)

Food Dilemma

If you haven't checked out our cooking blog yet, see this post here to help me with a pasta sauce dilemma! :)

Went to the doctor....

...and he said he would be surprised if I made it to my due date since I'm already effaced and dilating. We're pretty nervous!

Dear Mr. Jerk-face Driver,

• Please do not roll down your windows to yell and scream at men while they are driving.
• Don't try to intimidate them by trying to ram your truck into their little cars.
  
• Perhaps you just had a little too much to drink as you pulled a bandanna over your face and threw some metal at my husband through the open car window?
  
• Try to remember that the man you almost killed is someone's husband and soon-to-be father. His little family needs him to stick around for a long time yet.
  
• And, Mr. Jerk-Face, keep an eye out for this woman while you're on the road because if she sees you again things might get ugly.

Regards,

Angry Wife and Future Mother

P.S. You owe us for the scratch you inflicted on our car.

Memorial Day Carne Asada

We celebrated the holiday and our friend's birthday with a Mexican carne asada (BBQ). There was so much food and we had a good time.

What happens at the Scandinavian Festival....

...stays at the Scandinavian Festival.

The home-made root beer and cream soda in a decorative flask was just too irresistible. We even went for refills. Then we ran into the missionaries and they gave me some odd looks as I taking a swig while patting my round pregnant belly.


We enjoyed seeing Sarah working hard at her booth. She was awesome and made us our very own adorable souvenir! She is so talented.

Lamoni especially enjoyed the electric tricycle demos. He wants them to market around BYU as these would be great for students (a bit pricey though).

After we stopped by the Main St thrift store since they were having a Memorial Day sale. We enjoyed looking at all the antique stuff!