Kip's birthday

Kip on his birthday with his beloved red velvet cake

Kip is now 28 years old. He is kind of a pain when it comes to birthday's or christmas because he doesn't want anything. He is not a big money spender, he loves movies but doesn't like to buy them, he doesn't like clothes and the only things I could think about getting him were way to expensive for our budget these days. So I went with a movie that I got for a really good deal (Thanks to Cassie for pointing it out), an Ipod holder for when he runs (Thanks to Cassie for finding such a good deal on one) and treats that he loves (Mint Oreo's, Kit-Kat candybar and Sangria (a mexican soda). He seemed happy enough but I wish I could find some other stuff he would enjoy. I had to beg him to tell me what he wanted me to make him for his birthday dinner and I just made him a cake I know he loves. It worked out to be a pretty lame day for him though. I had to work until 7 and luckily I was able to make him his cake and lasagna the night before but he had to put his birthday dinner in the oven. We ate at 7:30 PM. I invited his Dad, Mom and Grandma over to have cake and we sang to him as well. He isn't big on attention so I didn't do anything to big for him. He seemed to have a pretty good birthday but I wish it could have been better. I am really thankful for him and all he does for us! He is such a good husband and dad and I am the luckiest to have him in my life!

Ty and Kip on his birthday. Ty is a spitting image of his dad. 

Ty thinking is he oh so big and can walk. If we would let him he would do a face plant because he will just let go.

Ty is getting so big. I can't believe how fast time is going and how fast he is growing up. Before we know it we will be celebrating his 1st birthday. He is so ready to just go, go, go. He wants everything and he is not afraid to fall. He will scream when we are holding him now because he just wants to stand up next to the couch and be big. He has started to scoot a little and is so close to crawling but hasn't figured it out just yet. We will have our hands full when he starts crawling.

We have really had a hard month with Ty as he has been getting his 2 top teeth. He got the one and was a happy boy for 2 days then started getting the other one and he is a grouch. I can't say I blame him as they look like they really hurt. Poor kid! I am excited for him to continue to grow and develop but it's sad at the same time because he is really getting out of the baby stage and growing into a little toddler.

Last Friday we went to the state fair. We had a lot of fun! Well I had fun. It was really hot and my hubby hates hot. He gets sunburned really easily. He was a really good sport though. We also went to Ikea. I really love that store! We picked up a little present for Ty for Christmas and we also got a pizza cutter for really cheap. I could spend a long time in that store and a lot of money.

Noah got to ride the ponies. So cute!

Ty hated his stroller and wanted to be out looking at everything

This bull was huge. That is a regular size bull next to it. Crazy huh?

He's officially done

We took Ty to his last appointment with the specialist at Primary Children's today. He was given a clean bill of health and declared fine. He will no longer have to visit Primary Children's for that issue again. I cannot tell you how thankful I am for this. This wasn't anything that was a huge concern but it was something that scared me and made me think. Life is so precious and I am often reminded of this through little things that happen. My sister and NieNie recently turned my attention to a blog that I have come to love. This blog can be found here. Oh how fragile life is and this story has made me remember that!

Today as we were walking out of the hospital I saw a mother wheeling in her son or daughter that had cancer. My heart ached for this mother because I would have a hard time with that. They were awesome! They seemed so happy and at peace. It really made me think about how I would act if I were given the same life experiences as these mothers. It also makes me remember just how fragile life is and what is really important. Although these situations are sad and my heart goes out to these mothers, I can't help but be thankful for all that I am given. I feel so lucky!

I love this picture! We were just getting ready to go into the park. I just love my hubby because he is so handsome and my little guy looked so big in the stroller with his hat, hoodie and sunglasses. 

This picture cracks me up because this is his sad face. He makes me laugh when he does it and then he gets even more sad. 

On a different note we had a wonderful visit to Willow Park in Logan with my family yesterday. We met up there for lunch a visit to the park. It was almost perfect weather but a little cold for my taste. Ty absolutely loved being outdoors all day as that is his favorite thing. We saw some fun animals and it was so much fun to be with the family. I love spending time with my family! My grandma was so sweet to arrange it all and seemed to really enjoy herself all day. We missed a lot of our family but that happens when you get older I think. We also picked up some yummy snow cones for the drive home and they were delicious! I will miss eating those things come fall and winter.

Oh so cute!

My grams taking Ty for a swing. She is so cute! Ty wouldn't look at the camera. He gets distracted really easily.

We had a lot of fun at the park! This is the first time I've seen Kip swing on the swings and he really enjoyed himself. He would probably kill me if he knew this was on the blog. It will always be a memory I cherish though. 

So behind

We took Ty to his first demolition derby this year. Call me white trash but I absolutely love these things! This year freaked me out a little bit because there was some crazy stuff happening. 

We took Ty to his first drive in movie. Oh how I love these things! Cass and Noah came. Noah and Ty were awesome and it turned out perfect. We had so much fun! 

Ty looks bald but I cut his hair every 2-3 weeks when I cut his dad's. He just gets a little crew cut every time. He is such a good baby while he get's it done. 

We welcomed our long waited niece into the world on August 26th. She is so precious and we love her so much! She is all girl and her mommy dresses her up so cute! After 3 nephews and my little guy our family is so happy to finally have a girl in the family! We are so glad you are finally here AndiLyn Jade Jones! 

I am seriously always behind on my posts. Each time I post I vow that I will do it more often and keep everyone updated on everything that we've been up to. However every time I fall behind and I am always waiting a long time between posts. This is something that I would like to add to my journal one day and that is why I need to do better at posting.

On Sunday morning's I am generally awake early with Ty. If you know me you know I love my sleep so it is really hard when I don't get it. But I have come to love these early mornings, oh how I love these early mornings! I turn on soft Sunday sounds and let Ty play while I ponder my life. This is such a good thing for me because it allows me to ponder what's really important. I think about how blessed I am and I get a chance to thank my heavenly father for everything that I have. We don't have everything we want right now but we do have the important things like family, love and the gospel. I am so thankful for the way things are right now. I am truly blessed to have a wonderful husband who helps me so much and is such a blessing to me. I love you honey! Our little boy is such a bright spot in our lives and he really keeps me going. He is so much fun and is learning new things all of the time. I think back to life without him and I can't really remember it. He has really helped us become the family that we are today! I love you buddy!

We have had a fun summer and we are excited for the fall. I love the fall! I love the smells of fall, the food, the fun things we do as a family, the clothes and the holidays! I love the changing colors and the cool, crisp air! It is something I look forward to all year long. I am excited for Ty's first fall! I can't wait for him to enjoy his first Halloween and all of the other fun things that come with it.

With Fall coming Summer is going. This is kind of sad but it will come again and we have had a lot of fun times this Summer. Next year Ty will be old enough to enjoy Summer more and I am certain we will have a ton of fun!