Summer Time = Pool Time

Summer Time is finally here and the boys could not be more excited. I didn't have to work today and we had no errands that needed to be done so we decided to go to the Veteran's Pool after Talan's swimming lessons.

The boys trying so hard to wait for Addy and Crew at the pool.

Lincoln giving me one of his famous "Cheese" smiles.

The boys helping me get out the beach towels and checking out what kind of treats I had brought.

Lincoln taking a break and enjoying his gold fish crackers.

Lincoln loved the water. He was fearless.

Talan and Addy had so much fun going down the slides and shooting the water guns.

The two little boys checking out the water.

My bathing beauty. He was not scared at all of putting his face in the water or wading out into the deep water.

Lincoln checking to see if Crew was okay.

Talan and Addy playing in the water. This is one of the only photos I have of these two because they were just too busy.

Crew having a refreshing drink.

Snack Time.

More Goldfish.

Every two hours they clear out the pools to test the water. Talan hated every moment of waiting to get back in the pool.

Jess brought the kids some fun goggles. The kids had fun wearing them around the pool.

After 3 hours of playing hard it was finally time to head home. I some how left Lincoln's shirt at home so he got to wear my tank top on the way home. 

We had a great time and decided to make it our new Wednesday tradition. We love going to the Veteran's Pool because it is shallow enough for the little one, but it has enough slides and water toys to keep the older ones entertained. We hope to enjoy many more days basking in the sun at the pool.

1st Real Haircut!

Talan HATES to have his hair cut. When he was younger we tried to take him to the hair dresser but he would throw such a tantrum that they refused to cut it. So I had to step in a become a hair stylist. I know nothing about cutting hair.

Hair cuts where a major fight every time one of the boys needed one. Jason would pretty much wrestle with them and hold them down while I did my best to give him an even haircut. The haircut would end with Talan crying, snot all over his face with hair stuck to it. Not a pretty sight.

So yesterday while driving to Talan's Kickball game I mentioned that he needed a haircut. I asked him if he wanted to have someone else cut it. He said he did if he could pick out a Cars 2 car. I am all for bribery. So we stopped in to Fantastic Sam's and he jumped right up in the chair. They cut his hair without any tears. He even let her wash his hair in the sink. The worst part of the whole things was his embarrassing mom taking his picture. He keep saying "Mom stop it, you are embarrassing me". So I did. That is why I don't have a finished hair cut shot.

I am so excited to have one less haircut to do. Now if I could just get Lincoln to let someone else cut his hair. Talan looks so handsome with his new haircut!!!

Talan's 5th Birthday!!

I can't believe Talan is already 5. He is old enough now to pick out what kind of birthday party he wants. So we went up to Zurchers and walked around to get ideas. Talan spotted a magic wand and that was it, he wanted a magic party. I will admit I was stumped for ideas on how to decorate for a Magic party, but I think that it turned out great.

Talan's birthday always falls on Art City Days and this year they were having a Magic Show. Talan loved the show and laughed the whole time. I love to see the boys having such a good time. His favorite part of the show is when the Magician pulled underwear out a hat. He is such a typical boy, anything with underwear is funny to him.

 

The next morning we went to the parade with Grandma & Grandpa Christensen, Jenny and Brayden. Talan and Brayden got a ton of candy. The morning was overcast and cool, perfect for a parade.

Some of the candy that Talan got.

Finally after a long day of waiting it was time for the party. Grandma Jones made Talan the Magnificent the cape he was wearing. He was so excited to do his magic show for all his guest.

I always do a cake table. I try to use some new and old photos to show how much he has grown and some of his accomplishments over the years.

The food table. I little something sweet for everyone.

More Food.

Talan the Magnificent.

Jason and Talan.

Talan and I.

Me sneaking a kiss from the birthday boy. I wish I had some magic potion to keep him little and sweet forever. He is already getting to the stage where he gets embarrassed if I hug or kiss him in front of people.

Talan with Grandpa and Grandma Jones.

Brayden, Jenny, Grandma Christensen and Talan.

Talan did an amazing magic show. He made a ball disappear, pulled rabbits out of his hat and made money appear.

 Addy and Ellie were mystified with Talan's magic.

Time for gifts. It use to take Talan an hour to open gifts, now he had them all unwrapped with in a couple of minutes.

Talan got a ton of fun new toys to play with while we are in Mexico. Hopefully this will keep him busy and out of trouble.

Crew loved the Lightning McQueen that Talan got. He wanted to take it home with him.

Talan got a lot of fun gifts. We got him a DS, I hope he will enjoy it.

A few of the Party guest.

 Talan likes Fresh Markets Chocolate Chip Cookies. So he was busy eating some while we were singing Happy Birthday.

The candles were supposed to be like sparklers. They didn't spark much.

Lincoln lounged on our bed during the party. He woke up not feeling well so we took him to the Dr's. He ended up having a ear infection and was not in the mood to party. Good thing Kipper was on.

After Talan's Party we went to the park to watch the fireworks. Talan and Brayden had a great time watching the fireworks and playing with their glow in the dark necklaces.

Happy Birthday Talan. I have loved spending the last 5 years with you. I can't wait to see what a wonderful person you will become. I love your soft spirit and caring personality.

Talan's Birthday Questions:

1. What is you favorite color? Blue

2. What is you favorite food? Pizza

3. What is your favorite tv show? Sponge Bob, Thomas and Martha Speaks

4. What is you least favorite food? Yogurt

5. What do you want to be when you grow up? Eye Doctor and a Speaker Worker like Dad.

6. Who is your best friend? Lincoln

7. What is your favorite toy? All of them.

8. What is your favorite thing to learn about in Preschool? Chef Healthy.

9. What is your favorite activity? Play with his friends.

10. What do you want to do on summer vacation? Slip and Slide.

11. What is your favorite book? Dr Susess ABC book.

12. If you had to change your name what would it be? Raider

13. What is your favorite drink? Root Beer and Bug Juice.

14. What is your favorite Movie? Cars and he is excited to see Cars 2 when it comes out.

15. What is your favorite holiday? Christmas