My boring blog....

So I've been trying to figure out how to add different backgrounds and all this cool stuff that other people have on their blogs, but unfortunately that requires sitting down, reading, researching, and learning new stuff. And all of that takes time. The time I spend putting content up is really more than I have already; I'm sure you can tell that I don't keep up very well. So perhaps my blog-savvy friends who have spend a lot of time doing this will consent to helping me! :) I need a crash-course!

Toddlerhood - the ultimate juxtaposition of extremes (ramblings on parenthood)

When you live with a toddler, there is never a dull moment--lots of exasperating, euphoric, infuriating, joyous, frustrating, elated, tender moments--but never a dull moment. With a 2-year-old there are new revelations every single day; a million different "firsts" and every one gives you joy. Watching your child learn can be the most sublime experience, until their learning turns to frustration, and their sweet toddler sounds turn to full-voice screaming. When toddlers are happy they are the most enjoyable little people in the world. Their bright little smiles have the power to melt your heart in a second, no matter how dispirited you were feeling before. It's almost indescribable how wonderful they are. On the other hand if things aren't going their way, they will not only let you know, they will let the whole neighborhood know. And this happens frequently. Screaming and whining have become as much a part of the background noise at our house as Baby Einstein.

Evan goes potty

Today my 2-year-old unexpectedly peed in the potty for the very first time. Unfortunately, I don't think this was a case of my hard potty-training work paying off, but rather a lucky confluence of events: his diaper was off, he happened to be standing in the bathroom and he felt the urge to go at that particular moment. But whatever the reason, I'll take it! It's a first step anyway.

This picture isn't from that exact moment - I was unable to fetch my camera in time to capture it. But I thought it went with the story well!

Box Elder Campground

While in Utah, we went up the canyon for an evening of roasting hot dogs and marshmallows, something the kids have never done before! We had a great time with Grandma, Grampa and Grams, and my nephew Isaac came as well. The kids ran through the creek and hiked up the hill on the other side and generally ran amuk. They loved it!


Isaac is only about 6 months older than conner. Crazy, eh?
Andrew and Grampa
Grampa hiking up the hill with the boys




Evan "helping" gather the wood
Evan preferred to eat his hot dog right off the stick, and cold.
Mommy & Andrew enjoying a s'mor