11 day's 'till Halloween!

I love Halloween, I love all of the different parties that go on, I love carving pumpkins, I love the candy and most of all I love to dress up! my favorite thing to do is to dress up in pairs. Last year I was pregnant and so Ryan and I dressed up as a basketball player and a basketball hoop, Micah was the Basket ball.
I have been trying to get Ryan to get into the Halloween spirit but it just isn't his thing I guess...or is it? For his work party last year, I stayed up really late making him the coolest Wind Blown Man costume, I think it was then when he started to come around. Just last night Ryan asked me if I was done making his Halloween costume, this was one of the proudest moments in our marriage for me.So this year I am making the whole family dress up as the Rubble family from the Flintstones. I am Betty, Ryan is Barny, and Micah is Bam Bam. I thought this would be a good opportunity for me to try my hand at sewing again. I tried to make aprons on mothers day for my mom and mother-in-law and they turned out aweful, I can't beleive I gave those away. Sorry mothers. Anyway, so I made our costumes, I am still working on Ryan's.

Micah and I went to the Little Haunts Activity at This is the Place Heritage Park last Friday. We spent the day with my cousin Brooke, her husband Anthony, and there kids. It was really fun getting all dressed up, even if I was the only adult in a Halloween costume. So Micah and I got distracted somehow and didn't get all of the treats from the different stops around the park, all we ended up with was an eraser and a spider ring. I guess I'll be giving those out for Halloween because Micah is to little for any type of Halloween treat.

Top: Hally, Anna, Kayla
Bottom: Camden and Micah
Micah is such a good sport, he kept his costume on almost all day and it didn't bother him a bit, luckily it was a really warm day because he won't be wearing this little number out of the house again. The only problem we encountered was that he wanted to eat the bone on his costume, the only problem is that it's a dog bone and I don't know what its made out of. Micah's hat was a really pathetic attempt but I think it is a good make shift. I coudn't figure out how to make a hat so I just sewed fabric to one of his other hats. My favorite touch is the club. I found a bowling piun at the D.I. and I rubberband a paper bag around it.

Happy Belated Birthday Ryan

Ryan celebrated his Birthday way back on October 3rd. We spent the whole day together, Ryan Micah and I packed up our things and headed to Logan for the USU/BYU game. We also found a pretty canyon and took some family photos. We had a lot of fun, but Ryan and I both agreed that we never want to have a busy day on our Birthdays ever again. Despite the fact that we had a great time, it was a big hassle.
While we were in Logan we spent sometime with Ryan's Sister Katie, She is a student at USU right now. Together we found a cute little place to eat called Textbook Cafe, we all had a delicious turkey avocado sandwich, mm I am drooling just thinking about it. We were cutting it close to get to the game so we rushed to the stadium to find a place to park. We all know how frustrating it can be to park at a football game, or any event for that matter. Well Ryan , being a suborn Birthday boy was certain he could fit our car into a small space in between a motorcycle and a sedan. This spot was so tight that only a parallel parking master could have parked here. Well did I forget to mention that Ryan is a parallel parking master? With mine and Katie's help we were able to park the car without touching the vehicles on either side of us. Well hours later we decided to leave the game a couple minutes early to beat the rush. When we were walking back to the car we just happened to be walk up to our car at the same time as the owner of the motorcycle behind us. We were embarrassed to walk to our car with him right there so we just kept walking, as if we were parked down the road a little more. I could tell this this guy was frustrated, and with good reason. Well when we could tell that the coast was clear we went back to the car and found this this man in his anger ruined our license plate. I don't blame him for being upset but that was just low, especially because we did not touch his precious motorcycle. Oh well, life goes on.
I have one more special gift I would like to give Ryan for his Birthday. One of my hidden talents is changing the lyrics to familiar songs (a lot like Michael Scott, The Office) I would like to dedicate this number to my Man. You should know that I am doing this freestyle, no preparations here, the subject is definitely Ryan however....

To the tune of "Happy Family"

Ryan loves fishing and he loves me,
We don't like Mercury no sirree,
He wants waders so you see,
We are a fishy family!

Okay, I realize this is a gross song but it's late and it's the best I can do at this hour. I am much more clever in the morning hours.

Wheeler Farm

I went to Wheeler farm today with some friends form church. We had a little picnic together, this was a good opportunity to get to know more people. I had a lot of fun but I don't have the pictures to prove it. However, it so happens that I went to Wheeler farm just a few weeks ago and I do have pictures from that time that I haven't posted.
Micah loved watching the Geese flock together and battle it out for some bread.

Notice the ugly bandage around my arm? Ryan and I were canning tomatoes the night before. When I went to lift the lid of the pot, one of the jars exploded splashing boiling hot tomatoes on me. It was so painful! Luckily I didn't receive a single scar from the whole episode

Beware of the geese, they are bound and determined to get food from you. They are the biggest moochers I have ever known in my life.

Photo tag, Tour of my apartment

I was tagged by Megan weeks ago, sorry I haven't done anything about it until now Megan. Bellow you will find random pictures from my house (I don't think there's 10, my memory card ran out of space).
Here is my Bathroom, the we have it decorated in Green and Peach colors. It has been like this since we were married, maybe we should get something new.

This picture is pretty blurry, but It is my stove with a couple can of tomatoes that Ryan and I canned.


This spot is sort of a "catch all" our grocery bags hang here, along with our keys, Jackets and a Christmas ornament.


This is our plant table, It needs some rearranging desperately.


This Chair belonged to my Mother-in-law, she has had this since her first baby. She let us have it and Ryan refinished it for me, I think it is so beautiful.

This is Micah's crib after bath time.

Our wall, couch and Micah standing next to the couch.


Our Washington D.C. shrine, these three pictures are different angles of the Washington Monument. Micah standing under the table and doesn't know how to get out from under there, he is so cute.

This is Micah's butt! We were making dinner and he sat down on a bean that fell on the floor.

Now it's your turn, I tag: Marisa, Kortney, Dana (start a blog and post pictures of your new house) and Jen.

Busy, busy, busy

I feel like it has been forever since I have written a post. I have actually been really busy because school is back in session and I am taking classes. I talked to Ryan and we decided it would be best for me to finish school now, while I have a year left than try to finish after we have a million kids. I just don't want to resent not taking advantage of finishing up; even if I have to put other things aside. I'll still be blogging I have tons I want to catch up on, don't give up on me.
By the way I am taking classes at Utah State University. Luckily they are all online!

Surprise!

I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who made my birthday fabulous, especially Ryan. Ryan was so great, he got up with Micah and made me a delicious waffle breakfast. When he came home he gave me a beautiful bouquet. Ryan also managed to throw me a surprise party; I am a very nosy person so I am surprised I didn't find out about it. I am also really glad that My twin brother made it to the party, I haven't seen him on our birthday in years.



This last weekend we also went camping with Micah for the first time. He did really well for the most part. The only problems we had was diaper changes, it didn't help that it was freezing outside, then again it can be nice and warm and Micah still throws a fit over having a his diaper changed. So after we had him nice and dry and changed into his warm pj's he was out. He only woke up one more time and cried for a second before he was back to sleep. I can't wait to take him on more camping trips in the future.

The joys of motherhood

Micah is growing up way too fast. I have had my hands full with him lately. He is your average 7 month old, I am sure that not everything he is accomplishing or that is happening isn't unique to him, but I am still proud of him. Let me tell you what has been going on in his life. This summer he has learned how to sit up, and crawl, he has his first two teeth!

Every morning I bring Micah into my bedroom, as soon as I plop him down on the bed he crawls up to Ryan and starts laughing hysterically. As soon as Ryan opens his eyes and notices him, Micah buries his face into the blankets, then after a second he will look up again and start giggling (just like peekaboo).

Another cute thing he does is bury his face in my shoulders and cling to me tightly when he gets scared. He is mainly afraid of the vacuum, the hair dryer and the blender; all things I use often. He tries to be brave and watch me while is use these items but when it becomes too much to handle he clings to me like a clinging vine.

In case you haven't had enough of Micah I have more to add. He is such an observant little guy, when we are eating, he will either become very jealous and do everything in his power to get his hands on my plate or he will sit back and watch as he pretends to chew a mouth full of food. As I am drying my hair he will sit outside the bathroom and shake his head, isn't that adorable!

Just when I think I am going to wrap things up I think of something else I want to share. So Micah doesn't have a pacifier anymore, with the exception of bedtime where he tries to suck on his little thumb. Anyway, he seems to be doing really well without it. However, I have found him sucking on the most random things. For example, post it notes, car keys (he looks like the dog on the "pirates of the Caribbean" ride), a bracelet, rubber duckies, wash clothes and the list goes on and on.

I have to just stop myself now because I can keep going, easily.

Happy Birthday August!

Almost everyone I know has a birthday in August. I couldn't pass up the opportunity to wish all of you a happy Birthday. I love you all so much, and although I am "singing" solo here try to enjoy my birthday song to you.

"You've had a birthday shout 'hooray!' We want to sing to you today. One year older and wiser too, Happy Birthday too you."

Happy Birthday to
3-Kevin Johnson
3- Katie Taylor
14-Mason Pappas
19- Mom
19- Josh Pappas
20-Grandma
24-Liz
26-Cammy
28-Jordan
28-Me
31-Marisa
Did I miss anyone? just in case I did, Happy Birthday to you too!

New Olympic Event

This commercial came on during the opening ceremony's of the Olympics and I haven't been able to stop thinking about how funny it is. I should have added this bellow with my favorite TV shows. Oh well, if you are in need of a laugh here you go.

I've been tagged by Marisa

Four random things I like about my husband: Ryan and I lost each other at the Museum of Natural History, this is when he spotted me.
1. His smile, dimples and gorgeous blue eyes; all he has to do is show me those pearly whites and I am entranced.
2. His in-sock invention, I can't say any more but they will be available to the public soon.
3. His determination, once he gets excited about something there is nothing that can hold him back.
4. He is such a great father, no one can get Micah to laugh the way Ryan can

Four Jobs I have had: Me and Ethan at the Zoo in D.C.
1. Nanny, Washington, D.C.
2. Medical Records, Central Utah Clinic
3. Reception, Strong Audi
4. Front Desk, Sheraton City Center

Four movies I have watched more than once:
1. Truman Show
2. That Thing You Do
3. Two Weeks with Love
4. The Emperor's New Groove

Four TV shows I watch:
1. The Office
2. My Name is Earl
3. Scrubs
4.American Idol

Four Places I have been: Ryan, Lindsay and Flat Stanley in Amish Country
1. El Salvador
2. Washington, D. C.
3. Pennsylvania
4. New York

Four people who e-mail me regularly:
1. Baby Center
2. Ryan
3. Marisa
4. I don't really e-mail now that I'm not working

Four of my favorite foods:
1. Cilantro
2. Limes
3. Ice Cream
4. Chocolate

Four Places I would like to visit:
1. Austria
2. Italy
3. Spain
4. Hawaii

Four things I'm looking forward to in the coming year:
1. Holiday's that keep Ryan home from work
2. Trip to Oregon Coast for my Anniversary
3. Micah's 1'st...
4. Moving to Boston (maybe)

I Tag: Brooke, Kortney, Aloha, and Erin