Busy Busy Busy

I am so frustrated that our computer is still broken. It is our fault for not getting a new one or taking it in to be fixed but it is still annoying. We have been up to so much lately and have tons of fun pictures that I can't share because I am on a friend's computer without my camera.

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Here is a quick update on what we have been up to.

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We went to Utah and bought a Nissan Quest. Emily and Max joined Sienna and I on our journey home.

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We went to the zoo which Sienna absolutely LOVED. She pointed and roared at all of the animals.

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My parents came out to visit when Emily went home.

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We found out we are having another GIRL! That's right, for all of you that didn't know I am 20 weeks pregnant. Next time you see me you will be surprised you didn't know because I am getting big.

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My parents drove down to San Antonio with us and that is where we are now. We have been having so much fun lately even though most of us are sick.

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Sienna has been such a riot this trip and just keeps everyone laughing as she sniffs her nose at them, growls, or dances.

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My mom cut my hair today. It is still about the same length but I have bangs for first time in 17 years. I'm trying to do something different with my hair and we'll see how it works. I have had straight blond hair my whole life with an occasional perm or cut but not much else. This hair cut isn't that different but it is a start. I want to keep long hair for awhile but maybe in July I'll have my mom give me a short sassy hairdo or something. Right now, I have long bangs that cross over and can barely go behind my ears.

We'll be back in Keller this afternoon and back to everyday stuff. I am so sad to say goodbye to my parents, they are tons of fun. The drive from Utah wasn't bad at all, the babies were great- but it probably isn't a drive I'll make often. :( I wish we were closer. I guess I'll just keep having babies so they'll have to come visit! :)

We Love Utah!

Matt was able to go to Utah again for work but Sienna and I really wanted to go. Flights were way too expensive to justify going with him. We were really bummed but where there is a will there is a way. We had my dad find us a good deal on a Quest (not a minivan- Jodie!) and he did. It was a great deal and had a lot of features that we wanted. So, we bought it and Sienna and I are in Utah. Yeah! I love my family. We are having so much fun and the weather is great. We just wish we could see Matt while we are here and that he didn't have to go back to Texas so soon. Our next post will be our adventure home with Emily and Max. You'll have to wait until then for pictures of the vehicle.

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"Dad, I'm going with you one way or another!"

Sienna made a lot of friends on the plane. She even convinced this nice lady to let Sienna read her book on her tray table.

She loves facing forward in her new car seat. Thanks Reni for the recommendation, it really was worth the money.

Sienna won't leave my parents' back door. She stands there and yells, "Dah" all day. Every time she wakes up from a nap or walks in the house she starts yelling for the dogs.

This is a picture from the Stars ice-hockey game Matt and I went to a couple weeks ago. We went with another couple from work. We had a great time.

Newest Character in a Dr. Suess Book

I am so glad yesterday is over. Matt went to Utah Tuesday night for work and came home last night. He wasn't even gone 24 hours but I thought I was going to go insane. It wasn't anything to do with Matt being gone, Sienna and I had a great time but there were just a few things that went wrong and stressed me out. Sienna woke up yesterday morning with red dots all over her stomach and legs. My first thought was, "NOT THE CHICKEN POX!" I was seriously freaking out. I know babies having the chicken pox isn't a big deal but it wasn't something I wanted to deal with or have Sienna deal with. Luckily, we went to the doctor and it wasn't the chicken pox. What a relief. We're thinking it was an allergic reaction to a shirt Sienna wore without me washing it first. I never do that, but it was such a cute shirt from our friends and we were going to see them so I wanted her to wear it. Anyway, Sienna hasn't even noticed her rash and it isn't contagious. The doctor said it would be gone in a few days. Thank goodness. I am so glad it doesn't itch or bother Sienna and I am so glad to have Matt home.

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I should have taken a picture of it last night because it has already gotten so much better. She really looked like she belonged in a Dr. Suess book. One spot, two spot, red spot, blue spot... At least she is still smiling!

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Sienna desperately needed a new jacket since she is out growing everything. Why can't you ever walk out of Baby Gap with only one item? We ended up buying a hat, swimsuit, and a couple shirts for her as well.

Sienna points to everything now. You can ask her where anything or anyone is and most of the time she will point to it.

She still loves her puppy. She is constantly giving loves to all her animals and saying, "aaah."

Sleepy girl, time for a nap.

Quick Thoughts

I am tired and going to bed soon but thought I would put a quick post together. Last night Matt and I received calls from both of our families informing us that President Hinkley had passed away. The news was very saddening to both of us because of our love and respect for President Hinkley, but at the same time, we are excited he could return to be with God and Marjorie. After all, he was 97 and has done so much for the church and many others around the world. Conference is definitely going to be different and very hard for me. I love President Hinkley so much and will miss him forever, but the church is still true and will continue to move forward. I love the article on President Hinkley from the New York Times that my sister sent. Please read if you have a few minutes.

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http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/28/us/28hinckley.html?em&ex=1201669200&en=9eab2e2b7d8eb694&ei=5087%0A

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I could go on forever about how much President Hinkley has meant to me in my life and the life of others around me. I will never forget his dedication, sense of humor, or powerful messages.

Bath Time is a Little Different Now

I have turned into a blogging slacker. I used to update the blog at least two to three times a week, sometimes twice a day. Here are a few new things that Sienna is doing lately..

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-She says "Stop" while holding her hand out

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-She constantly pulls off her socks and holds them in the air while saying, "sock"

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-She loves to sing "The Wheels on the Bus" and always does the action of beeping the horn.

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-She will grab a stuffed animal and squeeze it tight while sighing, "ohhhhhh". It is the sweetest thing. Last night she gave Matt a hug and did the same thing, "ooooooooh."
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Sienna is hilarious and just keeps us smiling. She just keeps getting bigger and smarter.

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Sienna still loves to play in the tub.

Lately, Sienna drains the tub herself when she wants to get out.

If I don't have a towel waiting, she tries to get out on her own.

Today, she got awfully close to succeeding. That is my crazy naked girl.

First Kisses

This week has been a lot of fun. Sienna and I went to play with Lauren, Ben, and baby Pierce on Wednesday and we stayed ALL day. Sienna was so happy to be reunited with Ben (it's been over a month). They play so well together.

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You can't tell if they are kissing from the camera angle, but they really were lip to lip. Oh no!

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My sister would say Sienna gave Ben the "Power." If you kiss them once, they'll keep coming back for more...

...and more.

Benjamin has an awesome play room upstairs with so many toys. Sienna didn't mind staying over there for 6+ hours.

Aren't they cute playing together?

You'll notice that Sienna still has more teeth than Ben. They play so well together. Sienna was trying to climb over the top of Ben to get into the picture.

Little poser. Not a bad choice for a first kiss.

Sienna preferred to climb up the slide instead of going down.

They have two dogs and when not playing with Ben, Sienna just stared at them through the window. She says "arrrf, arrf" and pants like a dog.

Sienna and daddy at Babe's. It is a restaurant that only serves fried chicken or chicken fried steak. Sienna enjoyed the chicken.

We Love the Park!

We have been experiencing Internet difficulties for some time now. I am finally back on the computer. Here is a quick post to update you on our beautiful little girl. She is definitely making the transition from baby to little girl. My favorite picture is the very last one.

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I absolutely love this skirt. I can't believe how big she is getting..

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This is at lunch a couple weeks ago.
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She loves lemons.
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Our friends in the ward gave Sienna this entertainment center and she goes crazy for it. It makes all sorts of noises. She loves just to walk around it over and over again.
. One of my favorite things to do lately is take Sienna to the park. Not only is it gorgeous weather to do so, but she absolutely loves it.
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She can't really go down the slide on her own because she throws herself backwards. It's still fun to watch though.
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Swinging with mommy.

Swinging with daddy.

Holding on all by herself. She even did a little pull up.

Swinging by herself. This is my favorite. She loves to swing. She was so happy at the park and we'll go back every week that it is warm enough.