They might look friendly........

We were hanging out at Tim's parents condo, when Makayla went outside with Tim's sister to play in the backyard. All of a sudden this duck flies out from behind the bushes and takes off after Makayla. She had her wings spread out and was making this mean sound. Tim was just inside the door when he saw it happen, so he runs outside to get the duck away from Makayla. Everywhere she tried to run to escape the duck would get in front of her and trap her. So, Tim yells at his sister to pick her up, and he would get the duck away (the duck almost came in the house.) Tim finally got the duck to calm down and go back into the bushes. Makayla came in the house crying and terrified at what had just happened. We looked outside where the duck was and saw a bunch of little chicks (she was just being a protective mom!) So we grabbed our camera and went out there to take some pictures (Makayla kept telling us not to get to close, because ducks are mean) However, no one knew she was even out there, until Makayla just happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. About 10 minutes after the whole thing she took her chicks and left the backyard. I don't think Makayla will be wanting to see any ducks anytime soon.

A get away to warmer weather.....

The weather and water temp in Lake Powell didn't look so good, so we all decided to go to St. George instead. Kaitlyn and Makayla had so much fun playing at the pool! They are both getting so big and so daring when it comes to trying the big slides. Makayla likes going down the big slide all by herself now. If all we ever did on vacation was go to the pool, the girls would be happy campers. It's fun watching them get older, and seeing their little independent spirits come out!

Weekend entertainment.....

Well, we watched the Jazz game on Friday night, with so much disappointment at their loss....Now I am hoping that the Spurs will beat the Lakers (I can't stand Kobe Bryant) Anyway, we decided to go out with some friends on Saturday night, we all went out to dinner and then went to see Narnia: Prince Caspian. I thought it was a really good show. A lot different from the first one, but still a good movie. This scene was really cool (I don't know where they filmed this movie, but the water was so blue and gorgeous!) The little girl from the first one has changed the most in this movie, she looks so much older.

Lake Powell here we come......

This is actually a picture from last summer of Tim's brother Mark (in Lake Powell) doing a backflip on the wakeboard, and he landed it! I won't be attempting a backflip on the wakeboard next weekend......I like going on the wakeskate ( it's like a skateboard on the water.) It's probably my favorite thing to do. Tim is great on the wakeboard, and he can get so much air. I'll just leave that sport to him (I'm lucky to cross in and out of the wake without crashing :) The girls have so much fun on the tube with Tim and I. They, also like swimming around in the water, or just riding on Grandpa's boat hanging out with their cousins. I'm so ready to go boating, and finally get some sun (and hopefully a nice tan!) We take off on Thursday and will be gone until Tuesday. I'll try and take some cool pictures for all of you to see.

Happy Mother's Day.....

I decided to take a few minutes and pay tribute to my wonderful Mother. She is such an amazing women, and always willing to lend a helping hand. I honestly can't think of a time in my life when I have needed my Mom and she hasn't been there for me. I know that if I ever get in a bind, that she is always right there to help me out. She is such a great "Granny" to my girls, and they love every minute that they get to spend with her. I have a tremendous amount of respect for my Mother and the struggles she has gone through in her life. It's very seldom that I go a day without hearing from my Mom, and her asking me what I am up to for the day. She always tries to accomodate ALL of her kids in whatever way she can (and believe me that's not always an easy task.) Every year my mom gives me a book for Mother's Day, and writes a special message in the front. I can't tell you how much I look forward to reading what she has to say to me. I find myself in tears each time at how complimentary she is towards me. I truly appreciate the example that she has set for me through the years, and continues to set for me. I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful person to be my Mother. So even though I won't see her for Mother's Day.... because she is in Cancun. I want her to know how much I love her, and how important she is in my life.

I love you Mom.

They learn so quick.....

So, last night I took the girls to go watch Tim's softball game. Makayla got up from the bleachers and walked over to the concession stand and stood there for a few minutes. The next thing I know she walks back over to me and says, " Mom, I don't think I have any money." I looked at her and said, " You're right you don't have any money." Then she says, " Mom, I think I need some money." I couldn't say no after that. So I gave her some money and let her go buy a ring pop. It's amazing how quick she caught on that you need money in order to get a treat. She is one smart little girl!

Keeping us entertained in the car....

We went out to dinner on Saturday night, but the wait was about an hour so we just decided to hang out in the car for a little bit before going outside. The girls started out watching a movie, but then decided it was more fun to move around in the car. Kaitlyn decided she wanted to sit in Makayla's car seat, but she wanted to be buckled in (safety first!) So, Makayla being the big helper that she is buckled her in. The older they get the funnier they become.

Shopping for a playset....

We took the girls to go look at playsets and trampolines, so we could see which one would work out best. They loved playing on all the playsets! We had a hard time getting them to leave. It will be great when the playset and trampoline get delivered to our house, it will give the girls more things to do outside. It will also be great for me, because it will be able to keep them entertained for a long time.