We are a little crazy here lately!

I have totally and completely neglected my blog. I admit to it. Thanks so much to everyone that has patiently waited for me to find a couple of seconds to update this. Every time I think about updating....I have to chase a twin out of something or there is the never-ending pile of laundry that must be done.
So...I will start with today and work my way towards the beginning of the month. Or at least atempt to.

Today, our Mr CJ had his 4th haircut. Mind you I have given him 3 of the 4. Kind of scary for me...BUT...he has really, really thick hair and that seems to be somewhat forgiving to the mom who is trying to save a buck or two. I just have a hard time spending $12 plus on a boys' haircut. Do you think youtube could teach me how to do it better? Just kidding. I think it looks ok. I just couldn't stand the "shaggy" around his ears and such.

We have spent most of the entire month chasing two boys around the house. We have decided that Mr. guy smiley is really the spoiled one. He really doesn't like to share the toys that are meant for both of the boys. He has learned to throw a "ROYAL" fit if he does not get his way or if Mr. CJ tries to take a toy away. SIGH.....What is mom to do? I usually let them duke it out. It seems to work better that way than if I try to resolve or help to resolve it anyway.

We started working on our backyard. I found a guy out of Lehi....(fabulous by the way) who could do the work and then wait for payment until our tax return showed up. (It is taking a lot longer than I thought).....Get this...he showed up when he said he would, he finished the job ahead of schedule, and cleaned up the mess like he said he would. I was not frustrated for one tiny second!!! AMAZING...if you want his name....just let me know. I would highly recommend him. Here are some before and after pictures. Now we just need a fence, sprinklers and sod!! I had to work the day they came, but Mr. A said that the boys spent a good hour or more watching the "tractor" move the dirt around. My boys are definitely boys!!!
BEFORE:

DURING:

AFTER:

Mr. Smiley and Mr. CJ are growing like crazy. I do not know how much they weigh, but I know that I can no longer carry both of them. I have tried and just about throw my back out each time I do. I love this picture and that they are both posing with their feet.


We celebrated Valentines Day with all three kids and most of my family. I really have a great husband. Who would normally do that? Anyway...Mr. A filled the shower with balloons filled with "hugs and kisses"....yummy!! I gave him a homemade card and an I-tunes gift card. The man knows how I love chocolate....so....he gave me plenty. After church a lot of my family showed up and we ate and talked. The big boys all had fun playing video games. It was good times!!!

Miss M competed in her first jazz competition team of the year, yesterday. Her team did such a fantastic job!! I am really amazed at how well these girls did. We went to Thanksgiving Point and I was really happy that Madisen had so much fun. That girl loves to dance!!!

So Mr Smiley likes to give us his version of "winks". It is cute.....Mr. A caught it on video the other day. You have to watch your fingers around these kids!!


So...despite a few colds that have put us under the weather....we are doing good, loving life....and getting ready for the boys to turn one year old! I cannot believe it!! Only a few short months and Miss M will be 10 years old. Double digits baby! She cannot wait. I can.