Thursday, July 5, 2018

Photo Blast

Well, I'm getting really good at letting time pass.

This covers half of Adam's life so far- a whole 6 months. He's still the same cute kid with his own little personality, but boy oh boy has he grown up a lot. 

Rewind back to January 2018....
This was dinner with the Gardenhires and back when Adam was most entertained by getting water from a straw and eating ice. Eden- she just likes to color. Can't you tell?


   
Everyone needs at least one of these pictures, no?


Family date night at PF Changs. What a treat. We never go out, but this was a Christmas present from Santa.


The snow fell by the foot this winter. We had to go sledding at least once and we just happened to con Grandma into going down the hill too.





Happy Birthday Daddy!
28 and looking great! You even blew out all your candles.
Everyone else enjoyed your birthday even if you didn't :)



This is to remind me that we got to tour our old house, which has been remodeled and updated. It's gorgeous in every way and I'd love to rebuild that home almost exactly the same. What great memories and how fun to see inside again.


Here's a look into Adam's personality: so easy going and so groovy! If there is a beat, he will feel it and show you how to move. 


Adam's first steps!
His first steps were at 9 months and he was walking unaided by 10 months. That's my kid! You better believe he runs now- chases Eden and teases me. Silly kid, he knows when he's in trouble too and starts a game of catch me if you can. Oh, and that laugh- it's still classically Adam.


This is the beginning of wrestling matches and a good relationship. I'm so glad my kids get along.


Lucky for us, we got to go to Arizona with my family for Lindsey's Spring Break. We had quite the adventure actually getting there; first, stopping in Las Vegas for one night; and then having the car break down in Kingman. Despite all the trouble (for Dad) we all had a grand time.

This is inside the mall where we were able to go to a magic show by Nathan Burton and then the Mentalist. We were living Austin's dream... except that I got sick in the middle of the show, the lady behind us threw up on Lindsey and me, and then I cut my finger on my razor that night. We just might have to go back and do it all again, but better.


Zzzzz.....




Wouldn't you know it? The Easter Bunny even found us in the hotel in Las Vegas.


Eventually, we did make it to Arizona. And like I said, we had a blast!



Butterfly Wonderworld:





I think one of the reasons we love Arizona so much is that they still have Sweet Tomatoes there.
Our family loves buffets.


This trip truly was magical. Not only did we get to see the magic shows in Las Vegas, but we got to go to an intimate magic show in Arizona too. The Davis Circus of Illusion (if I remember). He was phenomenal. I mean, I enjoyed him every bit and more than Las Vegas and Austin got to go on stage! And this is Eden holding his parrot, Peaches, who was also part of the show.


In March, the Jordan River Temple was rededicated after being remodeled and closed for 2 years. This was great timing for us to be here and I was so excited to take Eden inside the temple. I think the coolest thing was seeing the rooms where I received my own Endowment and remembering the things I learned and experienced for the first time.




That laugh! Adam :)



We are most spoiled to be with family right now. 
You'd think these two were sisters!


Welcome to California! 
We were more than fortunate to go to Sacramento for Jake and Rachel Loitz's wedding. It's wonderful to see this family keep growing and with people we love so much.








Race day at Alta for Luke.
Eden won! ;)


This explains a lot. A LOT. Adam hits is head puposfully on everything. Now you know why:
For the laughs! HAHAHAHA!



Following after Grandpa and Grandma...
We sure love them!



There is a new splash pad in Draper by Grandma Alecia's house... fun!



Beep beep!



Thank you to the Hodges for Eden's new bike! She is getting really fast, always wears her helmet, and her baby has a front row seat. It couldn't be more perfect. 


Our kids and their Grandpas. <3 <3 <3




And thank you to Grandpa and Grandma Gardenhire. Now Adam has a bike to ride with Eden. 
Zoom zoom!


HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADAM!
1 year old and so big!

Adam got his first official haircut from GreatClips on his birthday. Isn't he cute!? We probably cut about 2 inches off. The stylist gave Adam a sucker to distract him while she worked. Not surprisingly, we got very sticky and Adam came out with a good haircut and a full beard.


He may look more like a Jack, but this face is exclusively Austin (and Luke).









Cutler Family Reunion
June 16, 2018
@ Colleen's house (the old farm)





We cherish these moments. You never know how long they will last.


Lehi Rodeo! Yeehaw.
Despite Eden's picture, we had a great time. Austin loved the clown the most and Eden's favorite was talking to a Police Dog that drove a car and talked to her. He even squirted Matthew and then gave her a sticker. Between the music and animals, Adam was entertained the entire time.



As you can see, we have every reason to quote Grandma Jack.
"Aren't we blessed."



Tuesday, January 23, 2018

Skiboarding and snowmen

My family rocks. 

Seriously though. My kids are so cute! And they change daily. It's hard to capture every moment.  

I hope Eden always dances and is never afraid to sing. She is always doing one or the other. 
Wiggle, wiggle!


Adam is just like his mom. He LOVES eating. He loves it more when he can feed himself, but however it comes, it makes him happy. He's pretty good at his sippy cup and handles bread, crackers, and- yes- cookies really well.


These are kodak moments. 



Eden gave gymnastics a try this week. Again, she was so excited and told me there was too much waiting! I think she did just as much jumping up and down because she was so excited as she did in the class. 


Adam has a tendency to get excited too. About what? Sometimes food; sometimes mom; sometimes about nothing. I think he's just happy to be alive.


What happened to the snow and January weather?


Our week at the Cliff Lodge at Snowbird...

SWIMMING IN JANUARY. No biggie.
Eden is used to this, but normally we are on an island and not next to ski slopes.


DO YOU WANNA BUILD A SNOWMAN?


OR GO OUTSIDE AND PLAY?


SNOWBOARDING DOWN CHICKADEE
or as Eden called it, "Skiboarding."


As you can see, Eden did not have her own snowboard or skis so I got to ride the lift up with her, help her get off, and then run down the mountain while she "skiboarded" with Austin.



DOESN'T EVERYONE HAVE A HOT TUB ON THEIR DECK?


The latest on ADAM:
He is a BUSY, busy boy. He is already climbing stairs and anything else he can find: the fireplace, chairs, drawers, or even a wall. I can't let him out of my sight for 5 seconds! He also loves toys- especially Eden's. He's learning how to tease and is getting pretty fast. He has started to chase Eden and likes to butt heads with her. The only way Adam seems to be contained these days is in his high chair with something to chew on. He's a good kid and so much fun. He likes to laugh and knows his family very well- especially mom. Although it's surely a coincidence, he is very good at saying "Mom" at all the right times.




Monday, January 1, 2018

It's a wrap- 2017

HAPPY NEW YEAR!
or as I've hear it said: 2K18

But first, to wrap up 2017. What a year! Full of good and bad, we are happy for all that life brings and teaches. We are most grateful to be in America again and especially to spend this time with family. 2017 has memories of disaster and fire yet screams of silver linings. We have a new addition to our family- a smiley, active, and wonderful little boy; plus an unforgettable time with uncles, aunts, and grandparents. 

Lately, pictures do a better job than I do, so here's the wrap...
ADAM!


Who's ready to get a Christmas tree?


Eden is! It's HER tree- or so she thinks. It is her birthday afterall.


It couldn't have been a better birthday. Eden celebrated her birthday with Gregory on Sunday, then with Grandpa and Grandma Gardenhire that night and Monday was the real deal! She woke up to streamers and presents, got to pick a Christmas tree, and then Grandpa Jack took us out for birthday ice-cream (which was yuuummmy!)

 
Adam thought so too :)



Somehow Eden blew out all her candles. We don't know how it happened, but poof! 3 years old.
She was so ecstatic at blowing them out that Eden didn't know what to do afterword. All she could say was, "Okay, now.... um. Okay, now...."



This was a busy week. Not only was it Eden's birthday, but Christmas season officially began. Thursday: Kurt Bestor

 
Saturday morning: Santa Clause and Utah Symphony



Saturday night: The Nutcracker
(and Eden got to come!)






Did I mention my kids love each other? And they are just too cute.


And then this happened:
Brandon got married!!! Happy wedding day!!!
Draper Temple 12/21/2017 



We are officially at that stage where it is near impossible to get a good family picture. Nobody looks at the camera at the same time anymore... or someone picks their nose.


Happy Christmas Eve!





PAJAMAS!


Then came Christmas morning.
Eden decided to wake up around 9:30 and found that Santa ate her cookies!




A blue bicycle! Santa DID come! Just what she asked for.




Christmas was a success. Santa seemed to have come 3 times, and in some respects, he really did and was very generous to us all.


This is just a small taste of what we will miss when we move. I hope my kids are able to remember this time and the people that love her. "You can't catch me!" and singing around the house is common. Few minutes pass before Eden yells someone's name. Oh the fun!


The last bit of news-
ADAM is crawling! And oh boy does he crawl. He goes anywhere he wants and fast! He wants to run and I don't think it will be long. He also loves food and is becoming a momma's boy (which I don't mind).

HAPPY 2018 EVERYONE