Moving, Moving is what we do best!

We've moved a lot lately. In February, we moved to Southern Utah because Chris got a better job that was less stressful. We loved his work schedule. He worked from 7:00 am until 3:30 pm. It was nice to have some quality time together after he was done with work. We lived right by Chris' parents. It was great because I got to have someone to talk to during the day and Christian got to know Chris' parents better.

A few weeks after going South, Chris noticed an IT opening up in Portland and decided to apply for it. He didn't think he would have any chance of getting it. Chris flew to Portland for the interview and everything went well. A week later they offered him the position. After only being in Southern Utah for two months, we made the move to the Portland area. We live in Vancouver, Washington just across the Columbia river and Oregon border from Portland.

So many people, in so many ways have recently demonstrated their kindness through service. For example, the Elders quorum in Vancouver helped us move some of our heavy stuff into our apartment. This was a blessing as we were so tired from moving box after box, there wasn't much left in personal energy tanks. Our family spent many hours helping us load up and clean at our home in Utah. To anyone who helped us move, thanks. A special thanks goes to Chris' parents for allowing us to live next to them and spoiling us.

Can you believe it? Christian turned 3

Christian turned 3 on Tuesday ( December 28). I can't believe that he is 3 years old. We feels so happy that we are his parents.

Christian got his first package of gum. That was his favorite birthday gift. He kept asking Chris and me if we wanted a piece of gum. He did a great job sharing his gum. Only one piece of gum was left at the end of the day.

Christian loves Alvin and the Chipmunks.

Gator Golf

We thought he would totally love having a scooter but he hasn't wanted to play with it much. I hope someday, he will want to ride it.

Christmas 2010

We went to Chris' parent's house this year for Christmas. We had a great time spending time with siblings, cousins, and Grandpa and Grandma. It was great to see all the little kids get along and play so cute together.

Christian was so excited about his Thomas the Train PJ, that he had to put them on as soon as he opened them.

Christian got Thomas the Train set and has not stopped playing with it ever since. That also means that I haven't stopped playing either because he needs someone to play trains with him.

Christian was excited to get another puzzle

Christian was lucky and got a sword that Santa's elves made for him. He had fun trying to fight Jared's boys. Christian informed me that Santa's elves didn't make it for him, the kids gave it to him.

Christian Reading Me A Story

Christian reading me a story. I thought it was so cute I wanted to share it with everyone.

Happy Halloween

We had a hard time trying to come up with a costume this year. When I saw my nephew's cute monkey costume, I decided that Christian should be a monkey as well. The last couple of years, I wanted Christian to be a monkey but I didn't like any of the monkey costumes. Old Navy saved me this year because this costume was cute and cheap.

Christian was so excited about Halloween. He heard that we were going to go Trick or Treating he want to go right then. He seemed like a pro this year. I think it was because my parents did a Halloween party which included Trick or Treating.

The cutest little monkey, I have ever seen!

I love this monkey!

Good Times Visiting Family!

We were going to take our first family trip. While we were visiting family, Chris' Grandma ended up having a stroke. We canceled our family trip and spent hours of time with family both good and sad. We sure are going to miss Chris' Grandma. She was a great Lady!

Christian and Ruben had great time driving and riding in Grave digger truck.

We loved it how Christian would put his arm out of the car like a little man.

Christian wasn't the only one who had to try out the grave digger.

Christian riding on Ruben's scooter

Christian and Ruben had so much fun playing together. They were pretty much always together except during Christian's nap time.

First time Chris family got together for about 12 years.

Christian eating the frosting off his granola bar

What is in the dryer?

I went downstairs to grab something and this is where I found Christian.