The surprise! Part 1

So we went on a vacation to Arizona to see family and be there for Mercede's baptism. It was lots of fun to spend time at Paul and Kellie's place. We enjoyed playing games, catching up in life and swimming. On our way home... we surprised the kids half way by telling them we were actually going to Disneyland! Tyler took a video of it. It was great to see their faces. Disneyland is about the happiest place on earth except for maybe at 2pm and your kids are melting down because they are tired. ;) It really was tons of fun though. After a day in Disneyland and a day in California adventure we went to the  The beach was a blast although we thought we so lucky because it was pretty much empty. We then saw why when we saw several sharks. I'm grateful we didn't see anyone get hurt! We weren't going deeper then maybe a foot but still after that we just didn't go in. It was at the end of our day anyways. Then did one final day which we spent in both parks. Mostly a bugs land because that was where everyone could ride. The girls did love the Ariel ride a lot too. Clark loved splash mountain and pretty much every roller coaster. He wasn't tall enough for the California screamer although he wanted to go! Addison, clark and Tyler did grizzly peaks a couple of times which they enjoyed. The Dumbo ride was a fun one everyone liked too. After Disneyland we went to Tyler's aunt and uncle's place in valley center. We enjoyed a quiet Sunday which our sun burned bodies appreciated. Monday we went to sea world which was amazing to see the shows/animals. A long time ago I wanted to a marine biologist. I'm very grateful I didn't but there are many awesome animals that live in the ocean. our final vacation day we spent in Lego land. I think Lego land might have been the kids favorite place. so many rides geared just for Addison clark. poor Kaylee though... she was tall enough but most of the rides were for 4 years and older. :( Emma was a good sport to sleep in stroller and just hang out. We then headed home Wednesday. It was a really fun trip although next time we need to plan more time to relax on our vacation! We were all grateful for our beds when we got home. The kids are already asking when can we go back!

Behind!

I'm so far behind. A mom at Addison's school who has 6 children told me with every child you add you just get a couple less things done each day. :) I'm finding this true! Adjusting to 4 children just means I have to live with dirty dishes in the sink a little longer than I want or shower every other day or... You get the picture. It's totally doable and I wouldn't change a thing. I'm currently blow drying my hair as I do this post. It's all about multi tasking. ;) here are some pictures to help me remember the last couple of months and hopefully for someone else to enjoy as well.

 Church history museum. Redone. Lots of arts and hands on sitting stuff. The kids enjoyed it but were disappointed it didn't have a feed the missionaries area.

 Building with Lego's big and small helped pass winter. Along with play dough!

 Snuggles and smiles my Emma at 4 months. Loves the bumbo! Best invention ever!

 Lots of kisses for Emma from Kaylee

 Crash... Kaylee fell asleep reading. That sounds and looks way too familiar. Mine was usually a text book... Okay let's face it any book has that affect on me even though I love reading! Just so relaxing. ;)

 Watching shows like octonauts, dora, go Diego go, and wonder pets.

 Yum! Chocolate brownie, cookie, any thing chocolate at our home. Yes!

 Playing piano. I really should get a picture of Addison playing. She is doing great learning.

 Clark vacuuming. He loves it especially inside the couch!

 I just love Tyler's smile.

 After church... Now we have 9am church. Apparently it's too much.

 After a walk... Both Kaylee and Emma crash.

 Rolling over! Middle of Feb.

 Addison's crocodile Valentine's day box. She did the musical peter pan Jr and was into crocodiles for a while. :)

 Valentine's day candy and tea party.

 Cool new straw glasses!

 Addison as a pirate in Peter pan. Feb 20

 Enjoying the park.

 5 months old! Rolling, teething, and eating solids. Busy girl!

 The zoo with friends the John's. We had a picnic and enjoyed the sun and the animals.

 It feels good to just be naked sometimes.

 Sunday afternoon playing uno

 Decorating for spring!!!

 Dr Seuss week. Wear polka dots... Clark was leery of putting them on until I drew them on Kaylee who was excited to wear purple dots.

 Leprechaun traps. Addison made one for school so naturally Clark wanted to do one. Match...

 Progress in the basement!!! Tyler is amazing! He has been working so hard. I think it may have to weather is warming up and he'd rather be outside yet this needs to be done.

 Hi!

 Addison made her own game. A mix of candy land with leprechauns.

 Sleepy. Tyler reading books

 Clark's awesome snowman "ball".

 Easter and Idaho. Great Grandma w passed away. While we are sad about her passing we are grateful for the atonement and that we know we will see her again!

 Sitting up by herself. Easter morn! March 27