Ashlee growing up

Everyone is saying how big Ashlee is getting. I am so sad but at the same time, loving every change. We just got back from Utah and she had a blast spending time with Grandma and Grandpa and her cousins and aunts, she just loves being around family and friends; and being the center of attention! She loves to scribble and she loves popping bubbles. I think we do these things at least twice a day. Here is a picture of her coloring. I thought the picture turned out pretty cute if you ask me!

Biking

So here it is; Aaron on a bike and it took Ashlee to get him there! This is great. Ashlee was a little scared at first as you can see but around the block a few times and she was jabbering non-stop like nobody's business. Earlier that morning Aaron and I rode Rustler's loop. I've never been Mountain biking before. It's definitely different then road biking. Time goes by much faster and each rock and bump is a challenge. We had a lot of fun. I am sure we will spend more time on the trails.

Outside

Ashlee loves to play outside. She can spend hours if I let her. She just picks up rocks and puts them in the dog's water dish. She loves to play in their kennel opening and closing the kennel gate. She will sometimes let the dogs in and sometimes won't . It's pretty cute. Thank heaven for spring and nice weather. We can put her energy to work, or I guess I should say "play"!

Pinewood "X"

Pinewood derby Colorado style! Aaron has been busy the last two weeks building his car for the pinewood derby unlimited class. An excuse for a bunch of grown men with way tooo... much time on their hands to build a 60 foot track and come up with the following rules; if you can build it, you can race it! One guy is even making a car out of an anvil. Boys never grow up. Their toys just get bigger and more expensive! Aaron's car should either win, or instantaneously combust. We'll let you know (yes that's a C6 rocket engine!).

My mom and the boys.

I just wanted to post this since my mom's birthday is on the 9th. I have been thinking of her a lot lately. This picture is one of my favorites. My mom had a love for animals. She completely spoiled Sabre and Ryatt. We use to take them on walks around Mckay Dee hospital. Those are some really good memories. Happy birthday mom. Miss you, love you.

Aaron's awards!

I just have to say how proud I am of Aaron. He works so hard and every year he receives his recognition with awards. They had a regional meeting in which his store managers took 6 of the 12 awards given out. Aaron took home the Top District for profit growth, Top District for Revenue growth, and the District of the Year awards for the 3rd consecutive year! In Las Vegas, Jim's (Aaron's boss) region took 12 of the 24 awards in the whole division (8 regions, 57 Districts and about 500 stores) and Aaron's district took 7 of those 12. He brought home two divisional awards personally; one for revenue growth and one for percent collected. His store managers took home the other 5 for various 1st and 2nd places. I hope that makes sense! Awesome job Aaron! You are great at what you do.

Spring Fever/ Temper Tantrums.

I can feel it! Spring is here. It was almost 60' today and Ashlee loved it. We spent an hour outside picking up rocks, chasing the dogs, splashing in the water dish, and just walking everywhere. She loves to be outside which I don't blame her. Being indoors can become boring after all day. I can't wait to take her to Canyon View park. The boys are enjoying her too. Sabre has become a lot more friendly with her by walking up and sniffing and kissing her. He is very careful around her. Ryatt just about knocks her down from being so excited to have us outside. She's managed to get a few pats in while he is laying down.
Ashlee has officially started practicing to be two. Her tantrums are perfect! Just as I go to pick her up she goes limp and lays on the floor, squinting her eyes at the same time. I think that her baby signs will help some when she goes through the two stage, but some things you just have to go through. Wish us luck!