Tree Planting

Recently my sister called to tell us that she and her husband were getting some trees for their yard from a local tree farm. She said that the trees were good sized and wondered if we wanted any for our yard. She said that they would have their flat bed truck and would be happy to throw some extras on if we wanted any. Jason and I have lived in our house for 2 1/2 years now and had yet to plant a tree. We've worried about putting anything in the back yard, for fear that it wouldn't survive the "kid zone." But we decided to get one for the front yard.

Jason and Brent went to the tree farm and had the trees loaded onto Brent's truck. We all gathered in our front yard to watch the planting process, hoping that the large tree could be moved to it's new home without incident or injury. While we waited for the festivities to begin, Nathan was sitting on the grass with Uncle Brent who happens to be one of Nathan's very favorite people. Brent picked a dandelion and said, "Momma had a baby and it's head popped off!" With that he flicked the flower off the dandelion and Nathan laughed so hard he couldn't even breathe. Brent did it a few more times and Nathan laughed just as hard each time. He had us all laughing with him.
Jason and Brent made a ramp off of Brent's truck into the wheelbarrow. They slid the tree into the wheelbarrow while Suzanne and I sat on the handles and hoped that nothing tipped over. All worked as planned and the tree was moved across the grass to the desired location.


Jason and Brent dug the hole, with help of course...

while Mom and Suzanne watched and gave directions. Here is a picture of Lauren with Aunt Suzanne.

When the work was all finished, everyone was happy. The kids were so excited to have a new tree and were fascinated with planting it. Landon stood back, looking at the tree and said, "I want to help put leaves on it, Mom." We all laughed. How silly of us!! We thought we had finished the job but we had not yet put the leaves on it. :) Always the thinker, Landon was there to remind us of what still needed to be done.

We tried to explain how leaves form on a tree and I couldn't believe how hard this was to explain to a 4-year-old. We take things like this for granted and forget that life is a learning process. It's so great to have kids around to give us perspective, isn't it?

Nathan, Lauren and Landon

Our New Sandbox

A few weeks ago Jason decided to build the kids a sandbox. He bought the wood and sand, and on a sunny day, decided to put it together. As usual, Landon was a great little helper and loved building it with Daddy.

When the project was complete all of the kids jumped in. It was cool and windy so they had to wear coats and gloves, but that didn't stop the fun. They were so engrossed that I couldn't get any of them to look at the camera for a photo. Some things are just way more important than getting your picture taken, don't you think?

Mother's Day 2009

We had a wonderful Mother's Day a couple of weeks ago and I had to post some cute pics. We went to church that day and then traveled to Pocatello. We spent some time with Jason's mom and then went to my parents' house to have dinner with my family. It was a wonderful day and we're so blessed to have such awesome mothers and grandmothers in our lives. We love you Mom and Chris!!

My 3 Angels-Lauren, Nathan and Landon

Mother's Day with Jason's Mom

Mother's Day with Melanie's Mom

The Triplets are 4!!

Yesterday was a very exciting day at our house. Lauren, Landon and Nathan had their 4th birthday party!! The week was full of anticipation and the kids couldn't wait for the big day to finally get here.

A few weeks ago we began discussing a party theme. We've had Elmo and Mickey Mouse in the past and the kids were having difficulty agreeing on one theme this year. Lauren was convinced that she should have a "girl" party and of course, Landon and Nathan wanted a "boy" party. Finally the kids decided that they each should have their own theme. As I thought about it, I agreed. Other kids, who don't share a birthday with a sibling, get to choose their own theme. Why should our kids be any different? So I ordered Thomas the Train plates and invitations for Nathan, Diego plates and invitations for Landon and Barbie plates and invitations for Lauren.

About a week ago we completed the 3 sets of invitations. The kids colored them while I wrote all of the details about the party. We then put 3 invitations in each envelope and mailed them off. The countdown was on and every day we were asked multiple times if we could have the birthday party that day.

The party was a big hit with many of our family members here to celebrate. The kids were spoiled with wonderful gifts and more fun than they could have even imagined.

Here are a few photos...

Nathan started the day wearing one shirt, but had to change immediately when he received a t-shirt with the Madagascar movie characters on it. Here he is opening this gift. When he saw it he said, "It's a move it, move it shirt! I want to wear it." And he did. :)

This past Christmas Lauren received a box of several princess dress up outfits. The boys have tried them on occasionally, but when Jason is home he promptly reminds them that they are wearing girl clothes. The boys don't like this idea very much. Aunt Suzanne found these cute fireman and policeman costumes and gave them to the boys yesterday. They are loving them and are happy to have "boy" dress up clothes of their own. Here is Landon in his fireman outfit.

Here is Nathan in his policeman outfit. It came with handcuffs and Lauren told Jason that she wanted to wear them today. Boy was she surprised when she found out how they worked. She came to me in tears asking me to take them off. Jason was giggling in the background. How mean!! Let's hope she remembers this lesson throughout her life.

Lauren couldn't resist her turn and here she is all decked out with Aunt Suzanne (my sister-can you tell?).

Here is Lauren in one of her new necklaces. She's collected several pieces of jewelry now and was happy with her new jewelry box so she can keep it all in one place. With a "jewelry lady" for a mom, she has to love jewelry, right?

Here we are enjoying our lunch. Pictured here are Jason, my sister Suzanne, Jason's grandma, Jason's mom, Jason's brother Ryan and Jason's uncle Pete.

I thought this picture of Landon summed up the day nicely. This is how he looked all day long.

Thanks to all of our family for coming and making this such a memorable day for the kids. I still can't believe I'm the mother of 4-year-olds!! They are such a wonderful blessing to us and we feel so grateful to have them in our lives. We're looking forward to another adventurous year and lots more fun in the very near future.

"Mommy, I have a joke!"

Today I was getting Landon dressed and he started laughing. Then he said, "Mommy, I have a joke." He was laughing so hard he could barely tell it. I had him tell it again for all of you to hear...

I asked Jason if he had taught this joke to Landon and he said he did not. We're not certain what t.v. show he got this from but I think it's quite funny. Do you really think a 3-year-old gets this joke? Landon sure seems to...

Rock Stars in Training

Lately our kids have really been in to giving concerts. They all choose an instrument and sing songs. It's super cute and I thought I'd treat you to a concert of your own. Nathan was at school so he didn't attend today's performance. I'll try to capture a song from the entire band very soon. :)

Ladies and gentlemen, please give it up for Lauren and Landon Weir performing the ever-popular "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star!"

More Landon Tumbling-Read Previous Post First

I just realized that Landon didn't get as much air time as his sister on this subject. In order to be fair I thought I'd post another short clip of Landon's other floor routine. Please read the previous post for the full story on our tumbling meet.

Landon was #1 today which meant he was the first of all the kids to do any routines. I remember being shy at his age and he hardly even acted nervous. I don't think my mom could have ever convinced me to do this. Great job Landon!!