Does it seem like life kind of floats along and then all of a sudden ten things happen at once? That seems to be the story of my life. Aaron and I have lived a pretty low-key, predictable life the past couple of years and I must say I've enjoyed it. Since he's graduated in April, it seems like the box we live in has started to experience a bit of a shaking, a good one that is. I guess, all in all, what can I say, I married a Gabbart, and I wouldn't change it for the world, truly.

Washington d.c. here we come (for 6 weeks that is)

Happy Anniversary!

Aaron and I were treated to a trip to Reno. While we there we took off to San Francisco for a coulpe of days, without Emma. As much as I missed that little red head, Aaron and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The night we got there, Vance took us all to a Reno Ace's ball game. The next morning Aaron and I made the easy drive to San Fran. Everything just seem to fall into place. We got a great deal on our hotel room at the Hyatt, and we got in at the Raffle to see WICKED! Our tickets were awesome. Aaron found out he got a 6-week internship in Washington d.c. at the Treasury the day we left, so we spent a lot of time shopping for suits and shoes that first day as well. The next morning we met up with Ben and Jen Lowry and their two kids, Bella and Noah. It was so fun to catch up with old friends. We met them at the Farmer's Market down at Pier 0 and walked all of the way to Pier 39. Their two little kids were so good the entire time...I couldn't believe it. (Even with Noah's biggest blow out of the century. ) I had never seen Ghiradelli Square (or anything in San Francisco) so they were so nice to take me all of the way over there (we're talking miles of walking) I felt so bad when we got there and it wasn't much to see, but hey, we were in good company! That afternoon we headed back to Reno so we could be back in time for Vance's big debut. He is serving as choir director in the ward there and had spent a year preparing a number for sacrament, O Lord, Our Lord. It went wonderful and Aaron and I loved singing in the choir with him as the director. The trip was packed, but it was so much fun.

Little Ms. Chef

Emma is one big help in the kitchen. She loves to pull her stool over to wherever I am cooking and stick her hands into whatever I am working on. She has mastered cracking the eggs and dumping things (we're still working on aim!) She also loves to mix things in the bowl, especially with the electrical mixer. Probably not an idea approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics, but hey, we're having a good time. (I love how you can see her greasy little hand print on the door behind her, I should probably go see if I've cleaned that off!)

These are Caden's shoes that he has since outgrown and she insists on wearing them most of the time...whatever makes 'em happy!

It's a GIRL!

I don't know how I am so lucky, but Aaron and I are going to be having another little girl. We had our ultra sound today and everything went amazingly well. She is measuring a whoppin' 7 ounces (so the ten pounds I've gained...hmm, it must be the placenta and amniotic fluid!) It was so fun to go and see her moving around, sucking on her thumb, and trying to keep her gender a secret. My favorite part is when they turn on the sound of her heartbeat. It beats a million times a minute. It is the most reassuring thing in the world. She is measuring to be born around the 2 of November, but I'm always hoping she'll come early, like her big sis! I am just thrilled!

They must be sisters, Emma was sucking on her thumb as well when we had the ultra sound with her.

Guess who turned 2?

Come on guys...get on with the party!

Sorry these pictures are not that clear, I took snapshots from the video.

Happy birthday my sweetest pea!

Happy Birthday Song

On Emma's birthday, Aaron and I had a small little family party for her. After dinner, Emma and I made some Elmo cupcakes, then sang happy birthday and blew out the candles a gazillion times, she loved it. After presents we headed to Arctic Circle so she could play on the slides.

Happy Birthday Again:)

Party number 2 for Emma's second birthday. We enjoyed a swim, BBQ, cake and way too many presents! I attempted a ladybug theme, but it was so low key. Mom pulled out her "on a budget ideas" and decorated so cute. I love planning a party for a 2 year old, it's pretty easy. We could even do it a week after her real birthday, and she didn't seem to care! (her birthday landed on Mother's Day this year.)

Best of Friends

Emma wakes up every moring telling me that she wants to go play with Caden at Caden's house. These two are about as opposite as they come, but inseperable. Aren't cousins wonderful!

Hooray

Break out the watermelon wedges, winter has Finally left.

Trip to Farm Country at Thanksgiving Point

The petting zoo is pretty fun for the kids. The bad thing is some goats just take the food, and others like more than that. You've gotta watch out for the greedy goats.

This one was not so nice!

All in all, it was a pretty fun day. Our lunch in front of the duck pond, on the other hand, was quite disgusting to say the least. Let's just say that mother nature ran its course and the kids were far too interested for their virgin eyes! After this inncident, we decided it was time for a "horsey ride" on the Clydesdales. These two were in heaven on the wagon. I enjoyed it, and it also made me even more grateful for good old Henry Ford.

More at the farm

Of course, they were both fascinated with "milking the cow" because water came out. What little kid doesn't like to play with water?

Switch

Caden and Emma love to switch their shoes, hats, gloves, socks, you name it. Today at Thanksgiving Point, switching hats was a sure way to make sure both of them would keep them on the entire time. Unfortunately for Caden, his doesn't really go with his manly figure!

Much better!

Spring

She always finds the most random things to wear. This outfit almost entails all summer items.

Yes emma...

Can't think of a caption for this one...This girl makes me laugh all day long.

Congratulations

Aaron officially graduated with his MBA this past month. Not only did he graduate, but he followed through on his promise to his mother that he would walk at graduation. Way to go. I can't believe this chapter of our life is actually closed. Now what...?:)