Ice skating and Valentines

 We decided we'd let Reece take a try at ice skating. She did pretty good. Nick helped her the first round, then carried her the second. Then we realized they have walker type support things you can rent for just this situation. Then she did great with Nick by her side for stability.  Eliza and Mom just watched and roamed around while they skating . Next time maybe we'll bring a stroller to push Eliza in so we can all go

 Surprise, I think her favorite part was the shoes:0

Random-Eliza just chilling on her pillow bed


Valentines was a little off this year because we were moving out of our apartment the next morning. I knew we'd be in chaos and still wanted to try and make it special so I got each of the girls a little mailbox and each morning had a surprise inside for the "14 Days of Valentines". Reece loved waking up each morning and opening them and seeing what was inside. This is Reece showing off what was in their boxes Valentines morning.  For those who don't know, We're building a new home and it's not quite done but our lease is up at our apartment so we're moving in with Nick's family for a month or so until it's finished.

Nick opening his from the girls and mom. The girls gave him a shirt with a road map on the back and some cars to drive on his back, and I made him a little book of memories. They got me a rose and some. yummy chocolates :) That night we took a break from packing and moving and had a kid free dinner while Nana and Papa Lynn watched the girls.

NIcks BIG 30 and Princess FUN

It's official, Nick's 30 years old. I tried my best to make it a memorable one, surprised him with tickets to Nitro Circus that evening and got him out of work.We were able to go to lunch and spend the day as a family before he took off with 2 of my brothers. Reece was so set on making him a cake so we made one after he left for work the night before. She picked out 30 candles and arranged them herself. The minute Nick walked in the door from work that morning she was so excited for him to open his gifts and eat his cake! Happy Birthday Nick! You're such a hardworking, loving, dedicated husband and father and such a wonderful man. We love you so much and are so greatful to have you in our lives!!!


The next day, Grandma and Papa Curtis had bought tickets for the girls and cousin Kendall to a princess party and Castle Manor.  Reece couldn't decide which princess to be but in the end chose the blue princess, aka Cinderella. The poor little thing has had a bad cold and was a little drugged up for the party so wasnt' quite herself but still informed me that she was having tons of fun and was so excited, despite her facial expression :)

 Their favorite part of it all, despite dressing up, was storytime with the Fairy GodMother :)

Eliza turns 1!!!

 My Little Eliza Loo has turned 1! She such a sweet little light in our lives! She so happy, She'll wake up from a nap with a smile and start clapping. It's so cute. She has such a fragile soul, if you tell her or Reece 'No', she'l give you the saddest look and start to cry. Her and Reece and so cute together. Reece said the other day, "Mom, I'm going to share with Eliza because she's my best friend and I love her". Just melted my heart!  We're So blessed to have these two. healthy, sweet girls in our lives!

 She's growing well. At her check up she weighed 22 pounds and 7 ounces (75%), and was 31 1/2 inches tall (off the charts) and her head as in the 95%. She's into everything and will eat anything, mostly non-edible items :)

 Birthday morning so happy to be alive. Reece couldn't wait for "her" to open her gifts. Granted Eliza didn't even attempt to open one, but with the help of her sister she didn't have to ;) Thanks to all for the great gifts!

We decided since it's freezing outside and Eliza can't get enough bath time in, We went to the Bountiful Rec Center pool. Dan and his family and Nick sister, Jamie and her little girls were able to join us!

 'Baby Iza" -as cousin Kendall calls her-  is sporting her new birthday headband from Aunt Jamie while munching on some 'mopforn'

We were able to hit up the Chick Fa La then to the wonderous Jump Zone with my friend Jamie and her boy.