Busy Week

We've had a fun week this last week.
We took several opportunities to enjoy the beautiful weather.



On Monday we had a picnic and played in the park for Family Night. William really enjoyed the swings. I took him down a few slides and I think he enjoyed that too.

On Thursday we went to the Thanksgiving Point Gardens for the Tulip Festival. We were surprised at the huge variety of tulips they had. I really liked the dark red and dark purple tulips. They were gorgeous!!! We even saw some black tulips that were very pretty. We also saw a little family of Canada Geese. The little goslings were super cute! William enjoyed being outside and the nice breeze. He enjoyed the bumpy walkways so much that he fell asleep! David resisted the urge to roll down the large hill, even though there were lots of people doing it. After we left the park we got some soft serve ice cream cones from the Thanksgiving Point village. William loved the few bites he got! I've never seen his mouth open SO wide!!!

William has also been working very hard this week on learning new tricks! On Tuesday he got into the sitting position all by himself! On Thursday he finally figured out how to crawl!!! We've enjoyed watching him crawl around. On Saturday my Grandma Gowans helped him learn how to stick his tongue out really far. It is pretty funny. And today, he figured out how to clap!!! Yeah!!!! It is so fun watching him grow. He makes us laugh all the time!

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We hope you had a great week too!

Jessica

My sister Shannon had her baby on Thursday the 23rd. This is Jessica. She weighed 8 lbs 1 oz and was 19 1/2 inches long. Why is it that my sister and her husband who both have brown hair (well, Eric USED to have brown hair) have TWO kids with red hair? Who knows. Anyway, Becky this is for you!!!!

Peek-a-boo

The other day I noticed William doing something really cute. He was playing peek-a-boo with himself. He would look in the mirror and then quickly look away. This went on for a few minutes. It was so adorable!

Where's William?

There he is!

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I am 8 months old!!!

Mom says that I'm getting SO big. She also says that my personality is coming out more and more each day. I don't really know what she's talking about. All I know is...

I love being silly... with mom's help of course.

I am GREAT at feeding myself.

I can move around the floor like crazy!!!! Mom isn't quite sure how I do it.
Maybe she should just watch a little closer. Sometimes I roll, other times I use my
special moves.

I love to sit, I love to lay on my back, and I love being on my tummy when I'm in the tub.

I love bath time. Bath toys are so much fun, especially if they're squishy.

My feet are so fun, and they are really tasty. You should try yours; I'll bet you'll like them.

Yeah, I know, I know. I have big, blue eyes. Aren't they gorgeous! I'm going to be a
heart breaker someday. But for now, I'm just going to enjoy being 8 months old.

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Happy Belated Easter!!!

We had a great Easter (9 days ago) at our house. We each received an Easter basket filled with goodies. That night we had a yummy dinner with David's family. One of the best parts of Easter came for me during Primary. During Sharing Time our primary president talked about the crucifixion and resurrection of the Savior. It was a beautiful lesson and really brought the spirit in. I'm grateful we have this special holiday to reflect on the atonement and the resurrection of our Savior and the hope that we all enjoy because of what He did for us.


William with his Easter basket.

He really loved his new tie!

He looks like a little sly fellow in this picture. So cute!

Perfect Date?

I thought April 16th was the perfect date.
You know..."not too hot, not too cold, all you need is a light jacket."
I think the girl from Miss Congeniality got it wrong. What do you think?
(p.s. Thanks Dani, I stand corrected, she actually said April 25th, but you get the idea... it's not supposed to snow LIKE THIS in APRIL!!!)

My house.

I wish I had taken a picture of my car this morning before I unburied it for David. CrAzY!!!!

The weather man this morning on ABC mentioned the "little bit of snow in Utah County".
Do you call this a little bit?

Poor tulips. I hope you survive.

Feisty 83 year old

I hope I can be this way when I am 83. Read this article from the Deseret News ... it will definitely brighten your day.
Feisty 83 year old Fights Back

Little Mozart?

Yesterday I pulled out my keyboard and had some fun practicing some hymns. I then let William have a turn. He loved it!

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(He turned the beat on all by himself.)
Perhaps he is actually a little Jon Schmidt instead. What do you think?

The best part of waking up

Who wouldn't love waking up to this every morning!!!

Tuesday

This is what I did on Tuesday. Lots of pictures... hopefully great captions. Enjoy!

Claire, "Hey I want that!"

William, "Did she really just do that? Doesn't she know I'm bigger than she is?"

William, "Oh look, my mouse."

William, "Mouse!"

Claire, "Man, there goes the rattle."
William, "Man, I hope she doesn't try to steal my mouse next!"

All is well.

Too cute!

Claire, "Sweet, is that my foot?"
I wish I had gotten William's reaction. Claire quickly realized her mistake.

Claire, "I think I like this rattle better."

William, "Oh no, wait for it..."

William, "I was right! Man, she's LOUD!!"

Claire, "Hold my hand!!! I want your hand!"
William, "Claire, let go! Don't you know we're cousins!"

Claire, "William! You're overreacting! I just want to play!"
William, "Claire, I think you're the one overreacting."

Claire, "Fine then. I'll just eat my thumb."
William, "Peace at last!"

I guess this is what happens when you're bored and starting to get frazzled. You take way too many pictures and make up weird captions for them.

Kanien, I think next time, Claire, William and I want to go to Park City with you.