The little man-diosis

I haven't posted any video's for a while and these are just hilarious. One is from Hawaii. We played a little too hard, so to have him fall asleep during lunch wasn't that uncommon. The other two are a tribute to Daddy time. I don't know what it is, but Dads are just so funny sometimes. Brett wins the funniest parent award by far in these videos!

Too much to handle

Okay, I've been dreading to blog lately, because I have so much to say that I didn't know how to put it all in. Instead of being eloquent with words I'm just going to make a list for you all.

1. I'm pregnant. . . due February 24th. . . just a little souvenir we picked up in Hawaii.

2. Hyrum is one! Crazy how time flies. He amazes me everyday with his new discoveries and tricks. He climbs on everything, gets into all kinds of things, says words like ball, duck, and dog (although it's not the most articulate speech so we often translate.) He's getting closer and closer to walking on two feet, but does the Jungle Book's Mogley walk really well. He's SOOO dirty pretty much all the time. . . I swear he does bathe regularly. He likes eating dirt and rocks and pretty much anything else he can fit between his fingers (including real food too).

3. The week before Hyrum's birthday we had a few visitors from my side of the family visit. Here are some pictures:

Grandma and Grandpa Rushton and Aunt Michelle came through on their way to the Rushton Reunion. It was so fun spending time with them, even though it was brief.

The Zeiglers all came down too. Hyrum LOVED having all the kids around for a few hours. We love family!

4. The 4th of July! The Partridge Picnic tradition was a blast! I could talk about it, but a picture is worth a thousand words so here we go:

5. Hyrum's Birthday. . . the 5th of July was a fun day. We had car shaped mini cakes that all the cousins decorated and then some kiddie pools and the playset. So much fun! Here are some pic's:

6. I finished Book #3 from the Twilight Series. If you haven't yet read all three books please stop reading this because it will ruin them for you. I thought I would tell you why I'm on "Team Jacob", and remember these are all my opinions and no hard feelings are intended. Edward may be handsome and mature, but he is way to protective. He just seems like the typical abusive boyfriend that has to know what you're doing, who you're with, and in his case what your thinking all the time. He's obviously older than Bella and very mature. . too mature for her. She's loosing her childhood and I'm sure sometime in the future she'll regret not having more fun. . . not to mention not being able to have children or keep in touch with her family. I will admit that Edward was much better at being less over protective on the 3rd book, but I'm still not convinced. Jacob Black on the other hand is young, and not always very mature, but he's fun. Just as Bella could picture a life with him (2 kids running on the rez, friends, family, etc.) I think it was a very real picture that makes more sense and will be a life without regrets. . other than Edward. Where as Edward will leave her with many regrets. Jacob has some growing up to do when it comes to relationships, but there's a lot of potential. Bella was happy with him, she felt free, fun, and exciting. I don't remember any point that she felt free, fun, or excited being with Edward. So, anyway these are my thoughts and I'm voting for Jacob!

End of June

Did this month really just happen. . . I can't believe it's almost July! Crazy! Well, since we've been back home its been hot. Our swamp cooler was broken and by the end of the day the upstairs felt like a sauna. I was extremely happy when the guy came by to fix it today. . .ahhh, cool air is good. Update on New Moon; I like this book much better than Twilight. I also like Jacob Black as a boyfriend (pre- 'incident') much more than I ever liked Edward. I don't know about everyone else that's read the books, but I think Edward can be kind of mushy and Jacob was just fun. Anyway, here's some pictures to remind you all how stinkin' cute Hyrum is.

Hyrum's secret hiding place he always go to.

We spent a lot of time downstairs because it was a little bit cooler. We had the air mattress set up and toys for Hyrum to play with including Dad's hat.

Lately whenever we go outside he always goes straight for the very back of the yard and just walks against the fence staring at the balls and trampoline in the yard behind us. . . he just wants to have fun all the time.

More goodness!

Ok, I know I said I would post more Hawaii pictures when I got back. . . but then I found Twilight, and I have been preoccupied. And for all those who haven't already read Twilight; the ending will frustrate you beyond belief and you'll need to be prepared for the sequel immediately! Anyway. We'll be getting the scuba and surfing pictures back 4th of July weekend. For now I thought I'd show you some super cute Hyrum pictures and Hawaii views.

ALOHA!!!

These past two weeks have been so great! Brett and I both had the vacation bug and this has hit the spot. I'll be posting more pictures once we get home, but I figured I had to post something now or else the later post will be way too long.
It's been a really relaxing trip. We've been staying on the Kaanapali Beach in Maui, which is just amazing. These are some of the highlights from the first week; Parasailing, laying out, snorkeling, laying out, surfing, laying out and Brett went horseback riding (and layed out). I've gotten pretty tan, but Brett puts me to shame. . . it's no fair that he tans so well. This week Brett went scuba diving and we survived the trip to Hana (3 hours one way,56 one-lane bridges and 617 curves).
Hyrum was pretty scared of the waves at the ocean and the cold water at the pool, but he's doing great now. He really loves the pool now. He splashes and pretend swims when we hold him on his stomach. It's SOOOO cute!! The ocean is still a little bit scary for him, but it's gotten better. The thing Hyrum has enjoyed the most is playing with all his cousins. He's had tons of fun.

Done

This last Sunday I was released from being the Relief Society President in our ward. I've had some mixed feelings and emotions about it for the past couple of weeks. Part of me is really sad to be done, because it's been such a major part of my life for the past two years. I'm comfortable with the calling and feel like I finally had things under control (which is usually a sign that it's time to be released). Because I received the calling just a few months after we got married it's become part of my married life identity. So, basically things will just be different. The great part about being released I'm already feeling. I can breath! I am no longer constantly worrying and stressed about all the women and welfare in the ward. It's the end of the month and I'm not even thinking about VT reports or how we're going to get meals to the two moms due this week. Anyway, with that change things will be a little less crazy and stressful in our home. I'm excited to reclaim my Sundays and enjoy the Sabath.
Anyway, in other news we're leaving for Hawaii on Saturday! YAYYYY! I'm glad I can really enjoy this vacation and not have to bring all my RS stuff with me. I'll be sure to post some pictures at some point while we're there.
Hyrum started doing this weird yelling thing yesterday, and he hasn't stopped doing it. It's so funny! It's like the famous 'Home Alone' yell. We recorded it a little bit last night. I'll put the video on later today.

Part two, plus some

So, I finished the wall, took the tape off, and . . . I love it, but the pink isn't looking any less pink. . . some plans should probably actually go through a planning phase, but I'm too impulsive. Anyway, the next three walls will be a little more planned out with squares, triangles, and diamond shapes. I'll let you know how it goes.

Here are some other pictures from the weekend. Hyrum's first swim in our little yard pool and Hyrum's first lasagna experience.