A Date with a Cupcake

Kolby started school this past week.  It's not a huge deal because it's just two night classes a week.  Still, it has thrown a wrench into things.  Having him gone two nights a week is weird.  Hudson and I get even more quality time, just the two of us.  So, we went on a date to get a cupcake.  We shared a smores cupcake.  We ate on the front porch.  It was fantastic.  I love spending time with my little man! 

 

Toddler or Baby?

On the 25th Hudson turned 18 months old.  I know it's cliche to say, but seriously where has the time gone?!  My baby is not so much a baby anymore.  In fact when I call him a baby, Kolby politely tells me that he is no longer a baby but a little boy now and needs to be treated as such.  In my eyes he will always be my baby though.  Sounds corny but I promise when you are a mom these are feelings that you have.  So we went and got him a few 18 month pictures and a few family pictures as well.  Now let me just say, this photo shoot happened in two different sittings because my child would not cooperate.  We finally ended up just taking a bunch of pictures of him while he played with some toys.  He really has developed his own little attitude as of late.  An attitude that is cute and funny sometimes but mostly I could do without.  Anyway, here is a sneak peek of some of the pictures. They were taken by Whimsy Photography.  Enjoy!

 

 

Recent Happenings

I hate the randomness that I have when it comes to posting on the blog.  I wish I was better but sadly I am not...anywho....not much is going on in this life here of mine.  Here are a few recent happenings:

 

With Aunt Candace at Ruby River

-Dinner for my brother's birthday:  So we planned to meet in Ogden for dinner on my brother's 16th birthday.  Well, being the lame person that he is, he ate so much for lunch that he got sick and ended up missing his own birthday dinner.  Hey, even though we missed you brother, Ruby River was still as good as ever! 

 

-Little Chef:  So Hudson is going to be a chef when he grows up.  I just know it.  And hey I'm fine with this as long as he cooks for his fat mom!  He seriously goes and gets pots and pans out of the cupboard and points to the stove so that he can cook.  He loves to watch me cook anything and anywhere (stove, microwave, oven, etc.)  I love this little guy and the joy that he brings to my life through the most simple things!

 

 

-A little sun:  With summer winding down (sad) I decided to get Hudson's pool out for him to get in a little more sunshine before there is no more.  So we blew up the pool, got out the toys, and unwrapped a popscicle to enjoy!  We will continue to love summer until the very last moments!

 -Girl's Night:  Yesterday we had our monthly-ish friend get together at Jocelyn's super cute house in South Jordan.  I have been friends with these girls since we were kids and six years after graduating we are still hanging out!  I love them all!  The picture below is minus one because Meg is currently living in Kentucky.  We miss her!  Anyway, we ate, laughed, and talked for a few hours.  Like we always say, we seriously always just pick up right where we left off and I love that!  Can't wait to do this next month at Whit's shower for baby girl.

 

So there ya go, a few days in the life of our family!

 

Road Trip Part 2

So, as I was saying in post prior, we went on a road trip!  Before leaving Star Valley we hiked the natural geyser there (ok everyone but me hiked because my child was sleeping).  It was nice however to just sit in the car, admire the scenery, and talk to my grandma (she didn't go either).  After that we headed to get some lunch and then we were on our way.  My car was packed to the hills with baby, my brother, my sister, and my mom, plus all of our things!  We made good time getting home (a drive I could do without--nothing interesting to see).  Once to Coalville I cleaned up a little bit and then set off to Park City.  Kolby had meetings in Park City all week and our hotel room was paid for so we decided to spend a few nights there.  We stayed at the Newpark and it was a maz ing!  Loved it!  Our room was gorgeous with a washer/dryer, full kitchen, walk-in glass shower, huge tub, fireplace, and a hot tub on the deck!  I'm not kidding I was in heaven.  I could have lived there and been just fine! 

 Anyway, throughout the week Hudson and I shopped, swam, ordered pizza with Aunt Cara, and went to lunch with Grandma Lesa and Uncle Carter. We also went to the fair to eat and hang out a few times as well.  On Wednesday night we had a sweet sixteen surprise party for my brother.  Each one of us have had surprise parties on our 16th birthdays so he was no exception.  We had been planning it for a while and it turned out great.  We had a big blow up slide, lots of kids, and yummy food.  Hudson pretty much hung out on the blow up slide the whole time.  That kid is not scared of much and went down without hesitation, all by himself!  It was fun to see my brother having fun and being surprised.  I can't believe he is 16!  My grandparents, aunt, and cousin also came to the party before heading to the airport.  Our trip with them was great as well! 

I look ridiculous in this picture but the others are so cute so I had to post it!

 On Thursday my cousin brought her kids over to play on the slide with Hudson.  It was so fun to get to visit with her and her little family.  We really need to more often!  Friday our hotel stay came to an end and we headed to Coalville for a few more nights.  The fair parade was Saturday morning and Hudson had a ball.  At first he was into catching the candy and watching but after awhile he thought it was great fun to walk over to the Summit Merc's door and back a million times!  Oh well, at least he enjoyed himself right?! 

 We spent most of the day at the fair and on Sunday headed back home to Logan.  It was a great week spent with family and friends in beautiful places doing both exciting and relaxing things.  What a great way to wind down the summer!

Road Trip part 1

We went on a road trip!  I love road trips!  Even Mr. Hudson was good on this road trip.  We left on Saturday and headed up to Star Valley WY to my grandparents second home there.  I had been so excited all week I could hardly contain myself.  I grew up going there every summer and I'm glad this summer was no different.  I was also excited because my aunt and cousin from Pennsylvania were going to be there.  Seriously my friends, so excited!  I had not seen my cousin since my wedding, 4 1/2 years ago.  Anyway, after we loaded up our car (and it was loaded let me tell ya), we headed out.  We stopped at McDonald's for lunch and went up through Preston ID over to Montpieler (sp?) ID and then up through Wyoming to Star Valley.  Once we arrived it was the best welcome!  My aunt, mom, and grandparents were the only ones that had made it at that time and when we got out of the car we were surrounded and loved it!  Hudson got so much attention and he was eating it up!  For the rest of the night we chatted, ate, and spent quality time together.  On Sunday we got ready and waited for the rest of the family to get there.  They arrived around lunch time.  I loved getting to see my beautiful cousin after such a long time!  Last time I saw her she was still in high school and now she is a graduate from the University of Delaware.  Crazy!  Anyway, once again we chatted, ate, and spent more quality time together.  Monday came and I was so excited!  We all were.  We were going white water rafting down the Snake River!  Our raft was an 8 man raft plus our guide.  We had a blast going over rapids and pushing each other in.  What a fun time!  I can't wait to go again.  After that we headed back for lunch, some shopping in town, and a few games of Apples to Apples.  Some olympics were thrown in there too.  Kolby had to leave for a meeting in Park City Monday night so I waited and tagged along with my mom, brother, and sister back to Coalville on Tuesday.  More on that in my next post.  All in all, our time spent in beautiful Star Valley was so memorable and I can't wait to go back and create more memories for our little family!

Hudson and my cousin Brittany

Hudson and his grandma

Playing with his Aunt Candace

Going for a run

Hudson with my Aunt Georgia

Hudson with his grandpa

Small Town Rodeo

Happy Monday everyone!  This past weekend was eventful for our little family!  On Thursday Hudson and I started our day with a walk down the Logan River Park Trail.  Bee-utiful!  I loved every minute of it and cannot wait to get my 2 miles in there again!  Friday, after exercising and cleaning up, we did some sidewalk chalk drawing.  I tell ya, my son is quite the artist with that chalk.  He loved it! 

 Friday night we put on our cowboy boots (ok really just Hudson's cute baby ones) and headed to the Preston Idaho rodeo and festivities. I know, I missed the Olympic opening ceremonies.  Don't remind me.  I had them recorded and for some reason it did not work.  Sad day.  Anyway...  We started out at the parade (where Hudson was more interested in eating the candy than catching it), followed by dinner at Arctic Circle (where Hudson played more than ate), and then the rodeo.  I was nervous that Hudson would act up but he was so good.  He loved watching the horses come in and then after that he was toast.  Slept almost the whole time, waking up just in time for the bull riding!  What a trooper he was and we had so much fun just hanging out as a little family. 

 Now we are looking forward to this weekend when my aunt and cousins are coming from back east.  So darn excited to pack up and go to Star Valley WY for a nice family getaway!  Meanwhile, I'll be soaking up every last bit of Olympic events that I can.   Go USA!

Pioneer Day

Yesterday was Pioneer Day here in Utah.  Parades. Fun runs. Fireworks. No work.  Just a day to relax with our families and reflect on the pioneer heritage we are so proud of.  Um...my day went a little differently.  My husband had to work (darn it!).  Here is how my day went:

-wake up and get Hudson's oatmeal

-went out to breakfast (I did con my hubby into this before he went to work)

-back home to exercise (2 miles with a belly full of french toast is no bueno)

-bath time for me and Hudson

-build some stuff with legos

-lunchtime

-naptime (for Hudson)

-bathroom cleaning and tidying up (for me)

-a quick trip to Walgreens

-hubby finally home and off to wander around the mall

-dinner at The Borderline

-home to relax and enjoy the fireworks in North Logan and Willow Park (we could see both from our house)

So, even though our day wasn't full of celebrations and festivities, it was still a good day for us.  I am so thankful to my pioneer ancestors that made the trek across the plains so that I can practice my religion freely.  I'm glad there is a day set aside to honor them.

Cruisin at the Mall

Happy Pioneer Day!

Sidenote:  My baby is 17 months old today.  Crazy.