Our Christmas 2009

Our last Christmas as a family of three was a wonderful one. We really enjoyed all of the time that we got to spend with family. We started out with a nice Christmas Eve prime rib dinner with Ron's family. As always, the food was delicious. We had fun eating, visiting and playing games.
On Christmas morning we woke up to seeing the fun presents that Santa had brought for Lucas. We had to wake him, because we had places to go. At first he was very resistant. I asked him if he wanted me to call Santa and take his toys back and he said yes. I was shocked. After some good convincing from Ron, he finally decided to get out of bed. Crazy hair and all, we went and looked at the Santa toys. He loved them, especially his flip-over race car.

We then continued our day by having a brunch with Ron's family at his brother's house in Lehi. We ate yummy food and did our gift exchange.
That evening we went to my sister's house in North Ogden for Christmas evening with my family. We ate a soup and salad dinner with a lot of yummy appetizers and desserts. We also did our gift exchange and had fun singing Christmas carols. For some reason, Lucas decided he wanted to cry while we were singing. It was quite odd, because he loves music.
I wasn't very good with my camera this year. I didn't remember a family picture until the end of the night. Lucas was already in his jammies and ready for the drive home. This is the best picture that we were able to get. We were all tired and ready for the day to end. You can also see my belly and how big I am getting. Oh my!

What a fun filled Christmas with wonderful memories. Here's to many more!

Breakfast with Santa and other fun

We have had so much winter fun the last few weeks.
We went to Millennial Falls Reception Center with the Cannon's to have breakfast with Santa. This is such a fun tradition that we started last year. It will definitely continue. When we first got there, Lucas had a reindeer balloon animal made for him and got Frosty painted on his face. We then ate breakfast. Yummy. Santa made his appearance and sang with all the kids. Lucas even got called up on stage to ring the bells with Santa while everyone sang Jingle Bells. It was so cute.
Our visit ended with sitting on Santa's lap, Lucas telling him what he wanted for Christmas (even though he didn't say anything, he just sat there) and getting a treat bag. What a wonderful morning!
Lucas got a sled from Grandpa Campbell for his birthday. Ron and Lucas went sledding in the backyard. I think that Lucas could have gone all day, but Ron was completely worn out from pulling him up and down the hill.
At playgroup the kids all made gingerbread houses. Unfortunately, Lucas and I couldn't go because both of us were battling a nasty cough. Randi was nice enough to bring us all the stuff so that we could do it at home. This was the first time that Lucas had done a house. He seemed a lot more interested in eating the candy than decorating the house. Our houses ended up looking really nice. Maybe next year we will try a big one.

Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice x 2!

We found out last week that we are having 2 girls. We are so excited! Ron and I are a bit nervous though. We only know how to "do" boys. Having girls will be a totally new thing for us. After the ultrasound, we were sitting in the office and Ron said, "Oh my, I am nervous to have girls." It was so cute to see him actually think about having the girls and raising them.

They are both growing right on schedule and everything looks perfect. With all of the problems that we have had, we are so happy that things are finally looking good. The hemorrhage is completely gone and the Dr took me off bed rest. Thank goodness! What a wonderful Christmas present, to be off bed rest and to find out we are having healthy girls.
Baby A
Baby B

Fun Birthday Parties

Lucas had two wonderful birthday parties this year.
We first started off with a birthday party for his play group friends. Ellie, Camden, Riley and Ryker came over to celebrate. We were missing Garrett and Emmy. The kids had a lot of fun playing. We ate pizza, salad and breadsticks for lunch. Once everyone was full, Lucas had a blast opening his fun gifts. After presents, the kids decorated Mickey Mouse sugar cookies. I stole this idea from my friend. Thanks Christie.

The party was a Mickey Mouse Clubhouse theme and turned out to be a big success. Thanks so much to Heidi for helping me with the party. Since I was still on bed rest, I could have never done it without her. Heidi always helps make memories great too. "The pizza is cold." :)
I went against doctors orders during the day for Lucas's birthday. We took him to lunch at Chili's. It was so much fun and so nice to get out. My mom and dad came with us. Lucas really enjoyed his chips and salsa, corn dog, broccoli soup, Sprite and especially the brownie sundae for dessert.
Making birthday cakes for Lucas has been my tradition. I knew that I had to continue this year. Ron was so wonderful to take my list and buy all the stuff needed for the parties and cake making. Karlee came over and helped me with the frosting. Lucas is obsessed with Mickey right now, so I decided that he must have a Mickey cake. I just made it up in my head and then looked at a coloring book to freehand the face. I must say that I am very proud of myself. If you know me, you know that I am not any kind of artist.
The evening of his birthday we had a family party for him. Both sides of the family, the Treat's, the Lewis's and Heidi came. The taco dinner was very yummy. We then blew out candles and opened presents. Lucas had so much fun opening his gifts. He is now a pro. Playing with all the kids was also a highlight of the night.

Happy 3rd Birthday Buddy! We hope that your day was wonderful.

3 Year Old Pictures

Lucas got his pictures taken for his 3rd Birthday last week. I think that they turned out adorable. Here are a few of my favorites!



He is seriously so stinkin' cute! I can't stand it. I just want to eat him up.

Happy 3rd Birthday Lucas

Happy 3rd Birthday to our little buddy Lucas! It is hard to believe that it has been 3 whole years since I gave birth to you. Time flies! You had such a rough start coming into this world, but you would never know that now. Daddy and I love, love, love you more than anything in this world!
Lucas peacefully sleeping during his stay at Cottonwood Hospital when he was born.
Lucas today!

Lucas is such a fun little boy. He is so busy! He loves watching Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Frosty the Snowman and Toy Story. He also loves cars, stuffed animals, random objects that he pretends are different things, making messes, reading books, playing outside, going bye-bye, talking on the phone, playing with friends, being noisy, talking non stop and so many other things.

We are so happy and blessed to have him in our lives!

Yodel-Ay-Ee-Oooo

I know that I am a little late for Halloween, but I just had to post these pictures.
There was finally some time to get Halloween pictures done for Lucas. I think that he looks so adorable in his lederhosen. He is the cutest little yodeler in the world! I just had to have him be an Alpine Boy for Halloween this year because 1) He looked so stinkin' cute and 2) I won't be able to get away with costumes like this for the rest of his life.

Christmas Cards - Done and Sent

Christmas Card Photo
This year I had a lot of time on my hands to get my Christmas cards done and sent by my goal day, which is the day before Thanksgiving. I guess I can thank bed rest for getting my cards out "on time". I love people to get our card at the very beginning of the holiday season. I used to be really good at this, but since Lucas has been born, they have always gone out in December.

We took our picture in the backyard, since I couldn't go anywhere. I think they turned out pretty good, considering the circumstances. I am so excited for this holiday season and to spend it with friends and family that I love.

Thanksgiving Celebration

Our Thanksgiving weekend was wonderful. I wasn't very good with the camera, but I did get a few pictures. We started out the week making turkey nut cups for place cards. This brings back memories of going to my Grandma Jaeger's and making them each year.
This year we spent Thanksgiving with my family. It was so nice. Good food and good company. Ron's dad also joined us for dinner.

I am thankful for so many things.... Ron and Lucas that bring joy to my life everyday, shelter, food on the table, our cars, Ron's job, medical insurance, medical technology that has enabled me to continue caring these beautiful twin babies, living in a free country, wonderful family and friends, cheeseballs and crackers and so much more.

Friday Ron had to work, so I started putting up the Christmas decorations. I was so happy when he was able to get off 3 hours early, when the market closed.

On Saturday, I actually had permission from my dr to leave the house. Yahoo! It was like a vacation. We went over to the Cannon's house to watch the big U vs BYU game. Go UTES! Unfortunately, the "other" team barely pulled out a win in overtime. So that was very sad. However, we once again had some good food and good company.

What a wonderful weekend! I can't wait to spend the holidays with the ones we love.