Tag, we're it!

This is a cute Mom Tag. I wanted to know what Alyssa's answers would be. If only Keira could talk better, it would be fun to hear what's in her head!

1. What is something Mom always says to you? "Alyssa, you freak me out... Alyssa you're funny" (I didn't know I ever said 'you freak me out'... will have to watch that one)
2. What makes Mom happy? "When I write you a note" (True)
3. What makes Mom sad? "When you're not having a good time" (Also true)
4. What does Mom do to make you laugh? "I don't know... duck duck goose, tag and tickling me makes me happy... but not really makes me laugh." (Isn't that close?)
5. What was Mom like as a child? "I don't know, little and happy and small" (Yeah, she's brilliant!)
6. How old is your mom? "14... no, 100... NO 101!" (Whoa! I skipped a few years there!)
7. How tall is your mom? "15 feet tall" (Um, 5' 5")
8. What is your mommy's favorite thing to do? "Do stuff on the computer and talk on the phone... that's it. Oh yeah, and playing with me." (Alyssa spends quiet time with me in the computer room while I work... I guess that's why she said that. Funny gal.)
9. What does your mom do when your not around? "Um, I don't know."
10. If your mom becomes famous what will it be for? "To make people laugh" (Yet, I can't make her laugh... funny she would say that.)
11. What is your mom really good at? "Good at making food, good at helping me with baby Keira, good at the computer, good at making me laugh" (Oh, I guess I can make her laugh. Yay!)
12. What is your mom not really good at? "Helping Daddy" (Ummm... I'll have to help more & ask Shane to praise my help around the house a bit more to change that one around. That's just sad!)
13. What does your mom do for her job? "The Bank" (Ok, I worked at Zions Bank and quit when Keira was born... I can't believe she remembers that.)
14. What is your mom's favorite food? "Pasta" (She's right... Although, I like almost all good food!)
15. What makes you proud of your mom? "You're really helpful and greatness" (Yeah, she said greatness!)
16. If your mom was a cartoon character, who would she be? "Ariel, because she is my favorite person" (YAY!)
17. What do you and your mom do together? "Play tag, duck duck goose" (Last night we played those games for FHE.... I guess she like it.)
18. How are you and your mom the same? "Our color of hair"
19. How are you and your mom different? "My hair straight and your hair is curly and your ears are pieced and mine aren't and your taller and you have a baby" (I won't let her pierce her ears until she's at least 8... I love her perfect ears!)
20. How do you know your mom loves you? "But giving hugs"

Alyssa tags Jessica & Abby

KEIRA IS TWO!!!

This summer we celebrated two birthday's.
Alyssa tuned 5 on June 12th (see post below) and Keira tuned 2 on August 22nd!

I can't believe that my baby is already 2 years old and now a toddler!!! I hate having kids grow up! I wish they could stay little longer! I loved Keira as a baby. So completely adorable and much easier to care for since I learned all the tricks from her big sister. Keira is such a great blessing to us! I love that little kid so much! I love how she adores her big sister, I love how she copies everything we say and do, I love her cute smile!

Keira 2 hours old

Keira 2 months old

Oh I love SISTERS!

Alyssa insisted that she make Keira her birthday cake! So we went to the store and she picked out what to put on the cake. I was so proud of her! Alyssa was so happy to give it to Keira!

We were going to take Keira to the bounce house, but she was feeling a little sick. So we stayed home. I'm glad we did because we made homemade pizza's for dinner. Keira loves messing up the kitchen. They were yummy and Keira had a great time!

Keira totally got spoiled from her grandparents and aunts/uncles!


Alyssa's cake..... great success!!!



Keira shares a birthday with my Dad. Grandpa turned 66 and we went to Macaroni Grill to celebrate!


My brother Uncle Ryan and Aunt Meri came.

My mom Grandma Gina and Uncle Trent... I don't think I can ever get a "normal pic" out of my brother Trent.

Ok, this totally made us laugh! At Macaroni Grill, they sing to you for your birthday. Well... Keira didn't really enjoy it to much.

Ok, crazy singing lady left a cake, I guess this is ok.

Yeah, singing lady forgiven... this is great!

Grandma Gina

Keira spun in circles for about 5 minutes after she got her new dress from Uncle Ryan and Aunt Meri! I think she liked it.
Thanks everyone! Keira had a great 2nd birthday!

Happy 2nd Birthday Keira! We love you so much!

ALYSSA IS FIVE!!!

WOW! I have a Kindergartner! When did that happen?? I remember the good old days of sitting at home with my little baby and wondering if there could be anything better in this world! Alyssa was the most beautiful baby! It was love at first sight!

This is the first year that Alyssa really enjoyed having a friend party. Alyssa wanted to go to the Kangaroo Zoo bounce house. We all had a great time.

Alyssa 2 weeks old & 2 months old! I totally missed her cute chubby face!

Keira enjoyed the party as much as her sister!

At the end of the day, we came home and tried to "wind-down..." notice Alyssa's crazed face! She makes me laugh! She was totally spoiled by her friends and family. I love having her in my life! She's such a great kid and I miss having my little baby Lulu. Time flies by so fast! Thanks everyone for making it such a special day for Alyssa!

Happy 5th Birthday Alyssa "Lulu" Larsen... We love you!!!