And you thought your December was crazy?!

Whew!! Now that all the craziness is over I can sit back and take a deep breath! I am all partied out! Here is a recap of the Thompson family extravaganza!

First we started out with a party for Dustin. He turned the big 30 this year! Some of his family came over for some good food, (if I do say so myself) and fun! (19th)


Look at that cake shine!!




The next morning it was Karlie's birthday party! (20th)






Karlie had a blast at her Gymnastics party! I think all of her friends did too! It was the perfect way to party while it was snowing outside!


Gold medals for all!

Then it was on to a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Birthday! (25th)



The girls LOVED their new kitten! It didn't matter what else they got. They tormented the poor thing all morning! I am surprised it is still alive. Natalie hasn't been so kind to her. She has learned to run when she sees the little one coming!!




Happy Birthday Dustin!


Dustin was hoping to get his present when I had his party, but I made him wait! I think he is excited to play with his new toy! I love it because it is Farm Tough!!

Two days later.... more cake! (27th)

Happy Birthday to my Baby!



I can't believe Natalie is two. Where has all the time gone?


Natalie loved her Elmo live!!

On to our last celebration for the year. (29th)

Happy Birthday to me and my big girl!

I seriously can't believe I have a five year old!
Karlie is so excited to be five because now she can go to Kindergarten!


And she is well on her way! She loves her new Leap Frog Tag!




I absolutely love sharing my birthday with Karlie!


And I love playing with my new toy! Thanks Mr. Thompson :)

Sentimental

Last weekend we fought the cold and the crowds at Temple Square. It is always neat for us to visit at Christmas time. I guess you could say we are quite sentimental about it! Eight years ago on the 9th, Dustin and I went to see the lights together. Little did I know what he was carrying around in his pocket all day! He asked me to marry him that night!

So cliche! (although it was quite perfect!)

We were sitting in this spot when he purposed.
When we were married we took our pictures on those same stairs.
I guess you could say it is our favorite spot at Temple Square.
With our two favorite girls sitting in it!

Beard Cap

Dustin works outside in the freezing cold.

I have found him the perfect hat to keep him warm! (hehe)



He didn't go for it!

What do you think?

Found here.

I ran over a surfer because I think I need some serious help!

Here is just a little something to add a little laughter to your Monday. Make sure to leave a comment telling me what your sentence for the day is! Come on, it will be fun!!

Pick the month you were born:
January-------I kicked
February------I loved
March--------I karate chopped
April----------I licked
May----------I jumped on
June----------I smelled
July-----------I did the Macarena With
August--------I had lunch with
September----I danced with
October-------I sang to
November-----I yelled at
December-----I ran over

Pick the day (number) you were born on:
1-------a birdbath
2----- --a monster
3-------a phone
4-------a fork
5-------a snowman
6-------a gangster
7---- ---m y mobile phone
8-------my dog
9-------my best friends' boyfriend
10-------my neighbor
11-------my science teacher
12-------a banana
13-------a fireman
14-------a stuffed animal
15-------a goat
16-------a pickle
17-------your mom
18-------a spoon
19------ - a smurf
20-------a baseball bat
21-------a ninja
22-------Chuck Norris
23-------a noodle
24-------a squirrel
25-------a football player
26-------my sister
27-------my brother
28-------an iPod
29-------a surfer
30-------a homeless guy
31-------a llama

Pick the color of shirt you are wearing:
White----because I'm cool like that
Black-----because that's how I roll.
Pink-----because I'm NOT crazy.
Red------because the voices told me to.
Blue-----because I'm sexy and I do what I want
Green----because I think I need some serious help.
Purple----because I'm AWESOME!
Gray-----because Big Bird said to and he's my leader.
Yellow---because someone offered me 1,000,000 dollars
Orange---because my family thinks I'm stupid anyway.
Brown----because I can.
Other-----because I'm a Ninja!
None------because I can't control myself!

Thanks chocolate on my cranium for the fun!

The lost script

Over at MSN movies they have some pictures of the Twilight Movie. Along with the pictures they have "the lost script". It is what they say the characters were really thinking! It is so hilarious!! Here are just a couple of my favorites. Make sure to check out the rest here.

EDWARD: Oh my! What happened to your ears! Did someone hurt you, my love?
BELLA: What? I can't hear you. I'm wearing my earbuds and rocking out. Have I told you today that you are gorgeous? Your torso looks like it's carved from marble. Who cares that your skin's so cold I have to wear a blanket when we snuggle? You're yummy!
EDWARD: OK, if you can't hear me, then I will whisper the words I've longed to utter for a century. I love you. Love, love, love, kissy, kissy.
BELLA: Um, Edward, I was just kidding. I can still hear you when I have my earbuds on.
EDWARD: I meant every word of it. You are the sweet love of my life. My nostrils flare to embrace your intoxicating scent.
BELLA: Do you have any Tic Tacs? I feel like I should, I don't know, eat a breath mint or something. We're going to kiss soon, right?
EDWARD: I fear my passions will overwhelm me. Let us just hold hands and take another ride in my swift, swift Volvo.
BELLA: Can't hear you. Earbuds.

BELLA: I like this jacket a lot better.
EDWARD: I will burn the other and sprinkle the ashes in the four corners of the Earth, so that it never offends you again.
BELLA: You're amazing.
EDWARD: You're amazing.
BELLA: No, you are.
EDWARD: I said it first.
BELLA: No, actually, I did. Just look at the transcript.
EDWARD: You're right, my alabaster fairy. Would you mind scooting away from the waterfall? You're making me nervous.
BELLA: So are you saying I'm clumsy? I knew it. You couldn't possibly love me. You are like a god and I am an adolescent head case.
EDWARD: Shh, love. Don't talk. Let me carry you on my back as though you were either a toddler or a sack of potatoes. Then we will ride in my Volvo and not engage in any carnal activities whatsoever.
BELLA: You're amazing.
EDWARD: No, you are. (Repeat...)

Leaves leaves everywhere!

Here at out house we are covered in leaves!! I really should be outside in the cold raking up the twenty bags worth! But I just don't want to!

Here are some pics of our fun in the leaves so far this year.

This is a video of K having fun! She loves it when I video her!

What does sound more fun than raking leaves is baking Mr. Thompson a yummy pumpkin pie in this fantastic pie dish! When I saw it I gasp! It is just a must have for me! Anyone want to buy me an early birthday present? ;) (Click here)

Halloween

The princess and the pig!

Or as Karlie would tell you, "The pretty pretty princess Aurora."

We had fun at the Trunk-or-treat.

The girls got some good stuff that Dustin and I have been enjoying!! :)

I hope you all had a very fun Halloween.

Disneyland

We had such a great time with my family in California last week!! Disneyland is so fun when you are with your kids! The girls loved being there! And I loved all the time I was able to spend with Dustin and the girls! It was a much needed vacation! I can't wait to do it again! ;)

The whole Porter kiddo clan. (and my sis Jen)

Just a few of the MANY pictures I took.

Karlie was so excited about meeting the princesses. All the girls and my dad had lunch where we could meet some of them. Karlie and Natalie both loved it. One Of Natalie's newest words is princess. She would point to them and yell, PRINCESS, PRINCESS. It was so cute! Afterward Karlie said, "All the princesses at the lunch were really real!" I am so glad that we took Karlie at this age. Every little princess deserves a trip to Disneyland to meet the "real" princesses. Any older and it wouldn't have been as magical for her. She LOVED meeting all of the "real" princesses. And I LOVED watching her!!

We had fun spotting all the different characters. Karlie thought it was so cool that she could get their autograph!

One of the things I HAD to do was go on

Splash Mountain with my Dad.

It is his most favorite ride! I just love this picture!!

Dustin got soaked. Hehe!

At the end of day one we bought the girls stuffed animals. Karlie picked out Piglet. (She sure knows how to make her mama proud!) Natalie had a hard time choosing so she got Pooh.

Thanks to all of my family for going and making the trip possible!

It wouldn't have been the same without everyone there! We love you!

Karlie say's it best, "It was a magical time!"

Universal Studios

Karlie went through a Dora phase from about 2-3. She was excited to get to see her. There weren't any kids waiting so they sat down and had conversation. Well, it was more of a one sided conversation, but Karlie didn't seem to mind. She just chatted away like they were best buds!

Sea World

Sea World was a lot of fun. The girls enjoyed seeing all of the animal. Karlie was most excited about getting to see a Polar Bear. And she loved getting to feed the Sea lions. Feeding the dolphins would have been fun too but by Friday we were DONE with lines!!
I wish I would have taken more video on the trip. Here is the ONE I got at Sea World.

Watch out for the stinkin birds. They will steal your fish!

Finally

Tomorrow were off for some Halloween family fun at Disneyland! I seriously can't wait!! It will be such a great time to be there! Karlie can't wait to see Jack the Pumpkin King in the Haunted Mansion! 80 degree weather, here I come!!

Spoof

I can't help but post this. It is hilarious!!

Millions of Peaches

This past weekend I canned peaches!! Woo-hoo for me! I would have to say that my first canning experience went pretty well. I guess I will really know when I pop open my first bottle. And I can't wait. I'm sure I will have a flash back to my Grandmas kitchen table! I don't know what I would have done without my mom's help! I can't wait until next year to do more! (maybe) I was so happy that my parents made it up for a visit. We had a great time! Thanks Mom and Dad!! And thanks for the pot Julie! :)

Karlie just had to pose with the peaches.

I can't help but share this song with you. It was in my head all weekend.

Let the countdown begin

We had great fun making a paper chain the other day! Karlie loves taking a chain off each day and counting the days. We are so excited for our trip. California here we come! (in 22 days)

Can't wait

Oh, how I have missed Dunder Mifflin! I can't wait to watch The Office tonight!

A great day

While in the kitchen some evenings, I tune into Dr. Laura. I think she's great! (I have picked up many traits from my Mom throughout the years.) I was lucky enough to hear her read this e-mail she received.

**Staying At Home In Southern California
I heard a call from a woman who said she just cannot see how it is possible to stay at home with her children. I only caught the end of the conversation so I don't know all the details but she ended her call with "But I live in Southern California." Her excuse is what has prompted me to write.

I am a 27 year old stay at home mom who also lives in southern California. October 5th of this year will be my 5 year anniversary of being an at home mom. My eyes began to tear and a lump grew in my throat as I typed those words. Five years. Five years of firsts, enjoyed by me first. Five years of hugs and kisses whenever I or they needed them. Five years of bandaging boo-boos, picking them up when they have fallen, teaching and encouraging them every second of the day. I wouldn't trade the last five years for anything. I wouldn't trade them for all the manicures and pedicures I could have afforded if I went to work too. I wouldn't trade them for a trip to the salon because I earn enough to reward my self. I also wouldn't trade the last five years for a bigger house, a nicer car, expensive vacations every year, designer clothes or shoes, a gym membership or any amount of money. Not even the largest amount you could fathom. My time with my children while they are still little is priceless. It cannot be bought. But it is worked hard for. I work harder as an at home mom than I would any where else. I am not talking about the normal responsibilities of a parent. I am talking about what it takes to scrimp and save and budget creatively. My husband makes a very modest income for a family of five in Southern California but it has never stopped us from researching and asking questions and following through with what ever it takes to keep me at home. I urge your listeners to stop using the excuse of "But I live in southern California." I am tired of hearing it because our family wakes up everyday and proves them wrong. It is not easy, but who said it would be? Fight hard for what is right because everyone else in the world seems to be standing up for what is wrong. Thanks for the positive message you send over the air waves everyday Dr. Laura. Candice in SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA!**

Last Night when Dustin got home I told him what a great day I had! "What did you do? he asked. Then I proceeded to tell him about our day. I took Karlie to gymnastics. Fed the ducks. Grabbed some Taco Time for the ride home. Art work with Karlie. Laundry. Showed Karlie how my sewing machine works. Played outside. 10 underdogies. Dinner.

As I listed off all that we did, it seemed like a pretty simple, average day. Then why did I feel like it was so great? These two are why!

I had a great day because I was spent my day with them! I love being home with my girls. I wouldn't trade my last five wonderful years for anything!

Out of the box

Look Mom, my sewing machine finally made it out of the box! I received it from my Mom last Christmas. Yes, 9 months ago! Now that I have the space to sew, I figured I would give it a shot. Now I know what a bobbin is and I even got the thing thread myself! I am well on my way! I have a few projects lined up to work on. I'm just a bit worried to see how they turn out. So far I sew like a drunken sailor!!

Two little piggies

A girls first pigtails is a special event!

D Day

Before we even moved to our new place, Karlie was asked to join a playschool group. I was so excited! A few of the neighbor kids gets together once a week at each others homes. Each week they talk about a different letter of the alphabet. Yesterday was our turn to host. I love that I get to be involved too! Our letter was D. We had so much fun! Karlie loved helping me plan the activities and get things ready. Here are some of the fun things we did.


Colored a D picture


Drew our bodies with chalk



Ate D jello in Dora bowls and Diego fruit snacks



Sang five little Ducks

We also played Doll house, Dress up, and Duck Duck goose.

We had such a great time. I can't wait until it is our turn again!