Merry Christmas!

Santa Came!!!

The kids were so excited to leave Santa a little treat with their final letters. Carter was busy tracking Santa's progress on the internet, he kept saying" We have to hurry and get in bed, he's almost here!". The next morning they were both so happy that the cookies and carrots were gone, but were laughing about how Santa made such a mess!

Christmas Dress

Averie was so excited to wear her new Christmas dress! She loves it because it is silver and has sparkles, just like Sharpay would wear. She is so funny, she really loves clothes and shopping! That is good for me and bad for her daddy! I am sure we will have many great shopping trips together! Carter could pretty much care less about new clothes or shopping. A new shirt feels the same as wearing an old shirt to him!

Ashton's First Christmas

We went to see Santa and stood in line for about 30 minutes or so, but the kids made it worth it. Averie told Santa she wanted a "BIG" Sharpay doll, Carter told him that he would like a Star Wars light sabre kit. Ashton did nothing but drool all over Santa's leg- Poor Santa! It was good that Ashie wasn't afraid of him, it made it all a little easier! Hopefully we've all been good this year so he'll bring us what we've asked for!

Carter's Toothless!

This last November Carter lost both of his front teeth. It took forever because he really didn't want them to fall out, so he just let them hang there! One of them I had to finally twist out and the other Ashie accidentally kicked out, when they were playing! He wanted to write to the tooth fairy to leave his tooth because he wanted to take it to school to show his teacher. Miss Reid gave him a necklace to keep his teeth in, he is so proud of it. He is also very happy that his teeth are finally out because it is easier to eat now, which surprises me! I was trying to get a toothless smile from Carter, and Averie really thought she needed to be in the picture. She kept saying " I can smile good, take a picture of me!", so I couldn't say "No" to that. She loves her picture taken and Carter I have to bribe to get anything!

Our New BIG Brother

Right now my brother Randy is living with us and my kids couldn't be happier. They love having him here, it's like a new BIG brother around the house. Carter will always say " Where is Randy? I want him to come home, I miss him!" Randy is really good with both of the kids and they (especially Carter) want to be just like him. Averie is relieved because now Randy FINALLY has a family! (she didn't think that he actually had one before, it was funny.)

Funny Zipper!

Ashton is so funny, he thinks zippers are hilarious! I didn't realize it until one night getting him ready for bed, I unzipped his pajamas, and he laughed so hard. It was really strange, who knew zippers could be so funny!

A Visit From Great Grandma & Grandpa

We were so excited to have Great Grandma & Grandpa Barton to our house for a visit. They came up to go to a session of general conference and were able to stay a couple of nights. Grandpa Great has always had a way with the babies, he put Ashton right asleep! I am so grateful to have my grandparents around for my children to get to know. They have always been such a wonderful support and good example for me. I love you both more than you'll ever know.

Hat & More Hats!

Happy Halloween

The kids had a great time dressing up for Halloween, especially Carter! He was so excited to be Indiana Jones and was so proud of the costume that Grandma Shanna made just for him! He really loved the painted on facial and chest hair and didn't want to wash it off for days after. Fact, I looked at him in church and I could still see what looked to be a five o'clock shadow! Averie well she loved it too but she loved the candy the very most. Ashton boy was just along for the ride and was a good sport about wearing his costume. It also made it more fun to have cousins here to share Halloween with- Gavyn and Peyton!

Mommy's Lil' Pumpkin

Poor little Ashie, I just couldn't resist! He wasn't so sure he liked it at first, but then he decided it was a pretty fun place to play and it actually didn't taste half bad either.

Carving Pumkins!

Ashton's First Ride

Grandpa Brant can hardly wait for his grand kids to get old enough, so that he can give them a ride on his motorcycle! It's one of his favorite things to do and the grand kids love it! Ashton loved his first ride around Grandpa's yard and was thinking of all the things to touch on the motorcycle. Oh he could help Grandpa so much! Thanks for all of the fun rides Grandpa Brant, we love you lots!

Marshmallow Roast!!!

When my Grandparents came up to go to conference they were able to stay with us for a couple of nights. While they were here Carter came up with a wonderful idea to have a marshmallow on a stick. So he went outside and came back in with a piece of decorative bark with his marshmallow on it. He then preceded to tell us how much more delicious it tasted on the stick. So my Grandpa said "When you guys come down for UEA, I'm going to show him how a real marshmallow on a stick tastes!" So when we went to Tropic Carter's Great Grandpa did exactly that and Carter to say the least was completely thrilled! He ate over 4 or 5 marshmallow's and loved the fire and smoke that came with them!! Thanks Grandpa Great for a wonderful time!

Here are a few pictures of my little man. He is growing so fast I can hardly believe it. He has been making funny little growling noises and laughing a lot more this last week. I just love when their personality starts to show, it makes it more fun!
This last weekend we had Grandpa and Grandma Barton come up for Grandparent's Day and then Grandma and Grandpa Great came up for conference. It was fun to have everyone up for a little visit. We also got some work done on the basement bathroom- which was nice, thanks to Grandpa Brant! I will post some pictures later in the week of Carter's program, it was so cute, I got to see the rehearsal!

Liberty Land

The Friday before school started we decided to try out "Liberty Land" in Lehi. It turned out to be a fun little place, the kids loved it. They had a blast shooting their dad with water on the bumper boats. But it wasn't so fun when they had a problem steering their boat and got stuck under the waterfall- although it was a laugh for mom watching on the side! Averie says "Mom this is better than Disneyland!". Jordan was happy to hear that since it would be a cheaper way to have a family vacation. Obviously, Averie has forgotten what Disneyland is really like or she wouldn't say that!