The Millette Family

We finally did it!

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Got family pictures that is. True is almost a year old and we are just now getting family pictures. I am a terrible mother! lol

Our little True. He is 10 months old and full of personality. We are so grateful to have him as part of our family.

My boys. What can I say? They are the most precious things in my life. They keep me laughing all day long.

The whole family....do I look out numbered?

Hello out there.......

2010-08-29T17:20:00.000-07:00

I have been away for some time now, from blogging that is. I feel like I have fallen off the blogging world. As most of you know I have recently opened up my cupcake bakery. It has overwhelmingly fantastic! I am so grateful for this amazing opportunity of living a dream. The store has been busier than we ever expected. It has been fun having so many friends and family stopping by for cupcakes and saying hello.

My other life...

Matt and the boys are busy, busy with school. Yes, all of them! matt is in his LAST semester. He will graduate in December. Can you say PARTY!!!! I am so excited for him! He has worked so hard the last 6 years and I know he will be super successful as a graphic designer, because he is good!!

Ethan started 1st grade and he rides the bus now! He loves it. He has made new friends and is learning so much already. We had to go out and get him a SpongeBob lunch box, because he will not each school lunch. I thought it was cool to eat school lunch!

Finn started pre-school and he feels so big. He loves doing what Ethan does. He even wanted the same back pack. If only he could ride the bus too. He is learning lots and having lots of fun being with kids his age.

Truman is the next cupcake baker in the family. He hangs at the store and watches me bake. He is 6 months now and is rolling and scooting all over the place. This kid never stops smiling. He is such a cute baby!

As for me, I bake 6 days a week and love every minute of it! My kids never have clean clothes, we never have food in the house and my car is a disaster, but I am happy!

Motherhood: An Eternal Partnership with God

2010-07-03T14:56:00.000-07:00

Motherhood is one of the most challenging jobs, yet the most rewarding job in my life. I am so blessed to have 3 beautiful little boys.

My kids....

2010-06-17T07:39:00.000-07:00

What is this. I caught Ethan sun bathing on the play house at Grandma DeAnn's.

Look what I have created!

"I am Iron Man"

I know you are singing along!

Finn got these awesome Buzz Lightyear wings for his birthday. Now he can fly all over the place.

Finn turns 3!

Truman 4 months

Ethan graduated from Kindergarten.

Thank you Mrs. Jenkins for being such a great teacher!

Just an update on the store. We are making progress. I checked in yesterday and the electrician was there. The contractor said we could be baking in 3 weeks!

My baby

2010-05-13T06:58:00.000-07:00

Mmmmmm, I just love those dimples! When this babe grins, he lights up the room. So cute!

Yep! He's getting nice and round and juicy.

True, honey....maybe you should lay off on the burgers.

True's baby blessing.

What a little Saint.

I know you all are looking at this thinking...."man I want to squeeze those cheeks."

This is me.....

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multi-tasking!

Oh the life of being a mom of 3 and a cupcake baker. True looks real enthused, doesn't he!

Oh my gosh......

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they are cute!

Who would of thought that I would have 3 boys.

The sound effects, the toys and the dirty jeans. I have to admit,

I lOVE it!

Thank you Ethan, Finn & True for brining me so much joy!

I Love You!

three kids and gone crazy

2010-04-01T08:29:00.000-07:00

Lots of pictures for lots of catching up.

Between baby True, the cupcake business and everything else, life at the Millette's is insane. I am lucky to get a shower in everyday, the kids are lucky if they get fed and Matt is lucky if he gets to work on his homework.

Life, Life, Life.....

Matt and I decided it was time to "get away" for the weekend, so we loaded the kids in the car and headed for some warm weather in St George.

A little eating out, sleeping in & shopping is just what we needed.

The kids had a blast playing on the rocks and in the water. It was so nice just to be outside.

Look at my little whiteies!

Ethan finally got to ride his new Big Wheel that he got for Christmas. I never dreamed he would love it so much. I cracked up as these two went hauling down the sidewalk on their bikes together!

You're asking....why are there no pictures of baby True?

WELL.....

he is not a very happy baby. He has acid reflux and is usually crying and spitting up if he is awake. I caught a little grin this morning, so I hurried and grabbed the camera and I got it!!!

We love you baby True and can't wait for your tummy troubles to go away.

I kid you not, this is how we found our son after being in "Time out".

Matt had put Finn in his room, because he was being naughty. He kicked and screamed at the door an then it got quiet. We went to check on him to find him fast asleep in this plastic bin. I love how he managed to fit his baby (care bare monkey) and his blankie in there too.

What a silly kid!

Ethan turns 6

Thank you Tara!!!!

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My little sister Tara is so talented! She makes the most fantastic hair bows and necklaces. She is quite the little seamstress too. She made baby True his crib bedding. Watch out Pottery Barn!

I can't wait for him to grow a bit so I can put him in his crib. He is going to sleep in style.

Thanks again Tara. I love you!

Pictures

2010-02-28T11:21:00.000-08:00

I had the boys pictures done a few weeks ago. They turned out so perfect! I don't know how I will ever choose which ones to put on the wall. I had a hard enough time trying to choose which ones to upload to the blog. Pictures were done by Sarah Ward. She is a children's photographer and you must check out her stuff!!!

Wishing it were summer....

2010-01-24T09:23:00.000-08:00

These are just a few pictures I came across of the boys this last summer that I never posted.

Ethan started swimming lessons at a new place this last year. It is called Children's Visions and we really liked it. Miss. Debbie was an excellent teacher and Ethan learned so much. He is conquering his fear of water. He went off the diving board and down the water slide. Good job Ethan we are so proud of you!

Bridal Veil Falls

The Millette family discovered the Bridal Veil water fall. We always knew it was there, but had no idea you could actually swim, play and picnic at the bottom of it. Even though the water was freezing (hence it's melted snow) the boys had a blast splashing around in it. Perfect family fun on a hot Utah summer day!

My boys

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Just a few pictures my step brother's aunt took at a missionary farewell.

Love the one of Finn with the crumbs on his face. That is SO Finn!

We are still here!

2009-12-17T07:35:00.000-08:00

I am sorry to say I have no new pictures to post. In fact, I'm not even sure where my camera is right now. I have been really bad or should I say lazy when it comes to capturing memories lately.

The Millette's are doing well! Matt has left for school this morning to take his last final. We are both very happy about that. He needs a break and so do I (from the kids). Santa has gotten all of the shopping done and is ready to wrap and deliver. We had an early Christmas this year with my Mom and Dad and my little sister Tara from Hawaii. It was fun to have her here around the holiday to eat and shop with. Just need to finish up those holiday cards and make those Christmas treats for friends and neighbors and I think we will be ready!

Pregnancy wise, things are going well. I am just shy of 32 weeks and getting more and more anxious all the time to meet this little boy. I am a little worried about juggling 3 boys a household and a business, but I think I can do it!

Well, the Millette's send our love and best wishes to you all during this fabulous holiday season. Merry Christmas!

You requested it!

2009-11-10T12:08:00.000-08:00

Well, here is picture of my belly, which many of you have been bugging me about posting.

26 weeks pregnant and already as round as can be!

I am so excited for this new baby to get here. Dr Gourley has already agreed to induce me on February 8th, which I could not love him enough for!!! This pregnancy has by far the worst one, but I have been most excited and anxious to meet this little boy. By the way, his name is Truman David (named after one of my heros, my Grandpa Hatch) and we will be calling him True.

Grow baby grow!

What have the Millette's been up to....

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We have been very busy with school (Matt and Ethan), cupcakes, holidays and just life. Ethan is loving his first year of kindergarten. He is doing extremely well and is already reading books to us. Finn, is repeating everything we say and is more hilarious then ever! He keeps us laughing all the time. Baby True is growing leaps and bounds and is kicking all over the place. My belly is as round as can be. Can't wait to meet this babe and love and kiss him. Matt is still in school full time and just started a new job as a graphic design assistant at UVU. He LOVES it! As for me, I am just a pregnant cupcake baker. Baking cupcakes and taking care of the family is basically my life right now.

Ethan lost his first baby tooth!

The tooth fairy came and all he had to say was, "Did she drive here in her car?" What a boy!

The pumpkin patch in Carmel Valley, CA. It was fun to go to the pumpkin patch this year with Grandma Judy. She bought the boys the cutest little pumpkins you have ever seen.

Ethan being his silly self as usual. Where did this kid come from?

Just some cute photos of my boys waiting for Brett and Kristi's wedding ceremony to start.

Yay! It's Halloween.

Fall is my very favorite time of year. I don't know if it's the holidays, the weather or what. I got my Halloween decorations out early this year, because I just couldn't wait.

Ethan was a robot this year. Isn't he so cute!

Matt, being the artist that he is, made Ethan's costume. He took this very seriously!

Finn, our little Nemo.

He talked about wearing this costume and had it on several times all month. It was just a hand-me-down from Ethan. I had no idea he would love it so much!

The whole gang.

Anna, Finn, Reese, Ethan and Ellie

(thanks Nikki for putting your hand in my picture!)

It's time for another....

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http://www.bijoumarket.com/

If you missed the Bijou Market this last Spring, don't miss out this time! It is full of fabulous finds, including cupcakes by Cupcake Chic! We sold out last time, so hurry over early!

November 7th 2009
10 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
501 North 900 East Provo, UT 84606
(same parking lot as Stan's Drive-In)

My boys at Brett & Kristi's wedding

2009-10-22T12:02:00.000-07:00

We were so lucky to go to Monterey to see some extended family get married on the beach. It was beautiful! I think I want to get married again (to Matt) just so I can do it (get married) on the beach!

Here are a few shots the photographer got of my boys.

Ethan was loving the camera, can you tell? The photographer loved him!!!

What a precious little boy.

Oh, I had the opportunity to cater this fabulous wedding too!

Colors: Black and White

Flavors: Cookies n cream and red velvet

The Checkered Umbrella Boutique!

2009-09-24T07:52:00.000-07:00

It's this Friday & Saturday! Don't miss out!!!!

http://thecheckeredumbrellaboutique.blogspot.com/

It's a......

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BOY!!!!!

We are so excited to be bringing another boy into our little family!

Who will he be like?

Mellow Ethan? Crazy Finn? Or will he have a personality all of his own?

Happy Birthday to you...Happy Birthday to you...

2009-09-03T11:10:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday dear Matt...Happy Birthday to you!

I have the cutest husband in the world! He is the most kind, loving, thoughtful, helpful, spiritual, HANDSOME guy there is. I am so happy to have him all to myself!

Happy Birthday Matt!

I think we have a sleepy book worm

2009-09-01T13:01:00.000-07:00

This is how we found little Ethan in his bed the other night....FAST ASLEEP! Last I checked, he was laying in his bed reading this book. It must have been really good, because he just couldn't put it down!

Ethan's First Day of Kindergarten

2009-08-26T12:08:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it! My little Ethan is now a big boy kindergartener. Where does the time go? This kid couldn't be happier than he is going to school. As soon as we got to his class, he was told to go and hang up his backpack. I turned around to take his picture and he was gone. Comfortable as can be playing with the other kids. He didn't mind a bit when I told him goodbye! I have to admit, I got a little teary-eyed, but I'm just blaming it on the pregnancy hormones! lol

Ethan & Finn (could not get him out of the picture!) in front of Rees Elementry School.

Ethan in front of his new classroom.

Ethan's teacher Mrs. Jenkins. She is actually in our ward and lives just 2 houses down. Matt teaches Primary with her husband, and I used to visit teach her. Funny!

He found his name tag and put it right on. I have never seen Ethan smile so much for the camera. Not for anything! He must really have been excited!

The gym

2009-08-25T07:35:00.000-07:00

Well, I did it! After 6 years I again, signed up at the gym. It was time. Being thirty and pregnant is not a good combination for a hot bod, that's for sure! I went for the first time last night and loved every minute of it! Wow, it was nice to be back at the gym working out! I sort of didn't want to leave. I think the best part about it was getting away from the house and the kids. We all need an out right?

Washington

2009-08-13T07:16:00.000-07:00

We took a family vacation to Port Townsend, Washington this year. Can I just say it was the most relaxing and enjoyable vacation I have ever been on! Matt is still talking about it. We want to go back!

Please note that I look like death in all these pictures, because I was still sick and pukey!

This is the pier that was on the little private beach just behind our timeshare. It was beautiful!

We hiked in the forest...yes the forest where Edward roams!

This tree was over 550 years old. HUGE! That's all I can say.

We stayed in Forks one night. It was Twilight central! Every store and very window had something twilight in it. Even the Mexican restaurant we went to had a poster of Edward in the window. So hilarious!

La Push. This place is breathtaking! The beach, the fog, the driftwood......so neat!

If you like crab, this is your place. There were crab everywhere! Every morning the tide would be so far out, and sea life were everywhere. Matt and Ryan found tons of shells, crabs, sand dollars, star fish, an eel, fish, clams........

Ethan eating what else......McDonalds on the beach.

The Perfect Life!

This was the Marine Life center where the kids could see and touch all kinds of sea critters.

This picture is blury, but I just had to show how huge this star fish was!

Thanks Mom for making this possible for everyone! We had the best time and will never forget it!

I know, I know it's been a whole month!

2009-07-02T11:56:00.000-07:00

Most of you know by now, but for those of you who don't, The Millette family is expanding! Yes, I am pregnant and very sick. All I do is lay in my bed or on the couch. Sounds fun I know...but IT'S NOT!!!!
The rest of the family is doing very well. The boys are growing and are as cute as ever. Finn is talking up a storm and Ethan is getting smarter and taller all the time. Matt has finished his summer semester and is enjoying his time off taking care of me, the boys and the house. Poor guy...never gets a break! Honestly he has been so helpful. Cooking, cleaning, doing laundry and did I mention grocery shopping! What a guy!
Well, Happy 4th everyone! I hope you have a great holiday weekend!

Sweet Life's Newest Favorite

2009-06-03T14:59:00.000-07:00

Cupcake Chic was just added to The Sweet Life in the Valley's favorite picks list. So exciting!

My new license plate!

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I had to do it!

Happy Birthday Finn!

2009-05-24T15:17:00.001-07:00

Well, my little baby turns 2 today! I can't believe it! I remember like it was just yesterday, being in the hospital with my little bundle. Wow! Time flies by!

Finn has been such a fun kid. He is very busy and runs everywhere he goes. He is always smiling and is very cuddly. How grateful we are to have him in our family.

Happy Birthday Finn!

We love you!

I took him to the party store and he picked out his own party stuff.

Theme: Fire trucks (aka WooWoo's)

You always know who's cupcake is Finn's....the one with all cake left and no frosting.

The boys....

2009-05-11T13:42:00.000-07:00

Well, we finally have nice enough weather to get the pool out! We threw on the bathing suits, slathered on the sunscreen and pulled out the popsicles.

WATER FIGHT!

Finn always wears his food too.

Ellie comes over every morning during the week before she goes to school. It's been fun for Ethan to have a play mate his own age.

What in the world? Who is this cool cat?

For those of you who are far from us, probably don't know that Finn is huge. He is turning 2 this month, but is wearing 3T and has been for a while. I thought this picture was so funny, because he looks like a little man with a goatee.

A couple of things....

2009-03-29T08:45:00.000-07:00

Well, things have been getting a little bit busier around here. Between Matt nearing the end of his semester, his work being busier than normal and Cupcake Chic really blossoming, I had to hire myself some help. Let me introduce you to my newest employee, Ethan. He is so helpful and volunteers all on his own! Who would have known, he LOVES to do the dishes! I am so glad, because the dishes are the worst part of cupcake baking!
Please, nobody call social services!

We also have a new addition to our family....our new Nissan Pathfinder! I know you're thinking, what's the big deal? It's not like it's an Escalade or something. Well, it has been eight years since I have purchased a new car. Bad, I know. This one is well deserved! It's kind of a funny story.
We had been thinking about putting the car up for sale, but weren't really serious about it yet. If you know me, when I get a bee in my bonnet, I GET a bee in my bonnet! Well, I went and bought a FOR SALE sign for the car and posted it on the KSL classifieds, thinking it would be at least a month before we would get any calls on it. Well.........I was wrong! After filling in all my information on the classified ad I clicked "submit" and then went back to the home page to look at my listing and the phone rang. Matt brought the phone and said it was for me. Well, it was the person who bought my car! Yes, I sold my car in under a minute! Should I be in The Book of World Records? Yes I should!!! So frantically all week I was searching for the perfect car. The one I found was in St. George of all places. So on Friday we hopped in Matt's tiny Hyundai (we looked like sardines in there) and headed for southern Utah. Test drove the car, bought it and drove right back. Oh, we did stop at In N Out and a cupcake bakery of coarse!

So here's to me and my new car! Cheers!

My little sister Tara has a new Etsy shop...

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and she is doing a giveaway for a free baby headband! The cutest darn headbands you've ever seen!
Check them out! Who knows the winner could be you!
http://jtliving.blogspot.com/

Here are just a few!

Cupcake article that came out in The Daily Universe today!

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talks about Cupcake Chic! WooHoo!
http://newsnet.byu.edu/story.cfm/71681

This is what goes on when....

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mommy is baking cupcakes!
Ethan touching the camera when he knows he's not supposed to and taking pictures of himself and his baby brother Finn touching the other no no...the computer!
You two aren't very swift!!! I found all the evidence on the camera!

I seriously had no idea this happened until I found the pictures on the camera!
Those little stinkers!

Happy Birthday Ethan!

2009-03-05T20:54:00.000-08:00

Our little Ethan turned 5 on Monday! He is growing up so fast. What a fun little dude he is to have around. He's always happy, smiling and singing round the house. He loves to help mom and dad with everything and is a great big brother! Happy Birthday Ethan...We love you!

Ethan loves action heroes! Hulk is one of his very favorites.

It just wouldn't be Ethan if he wasn't making a silly face!

Transformer party theme...wouldn't have anything else!

Some of Ethan's very best friends...his cousins.

I love this picture of Ethan. The look on his face is so devilish. I just had to leave his eyes red!

2009-02-23T17:32:00.000-08:00

Ethan got a fun dip for Valentine's Day! He really worked out his licker! Good grief!

Help fight ovarian cancer

2009-02-12T10:33:00.000-08:00

I found this link on the Utah Loves Cupcakes blog. Join Kelly Rippa and Electrolux in fighting Ovarian Cancer! All you have to do is bake a virtual cupcake and send to a friend! Each time you do this Electrolux will donate $1 to the OCRF. My mom's best friend died from ovarian cancer, please help fight!

http://www.kelly-confidential.com/

Just some cupcake updates

2009-02-12T09:32:00.001-08:00

Just a few things I have been up to with my cupcake business...
Cupcakes seem to be the "thing" to send this year for Valentine's Day. This is Cupcake Chic's Valentine box. Red Velvet, Strawberry Vanilla, Chocolate Coconut, & milk chocolate vanilla.

Chocolate coconut & red velvet with a little bit of love.

These are our mini's that we offer. I have a lady with a standing order of 12 minis every week. She eats them for breakfast each morning with her diet coke. That's my kind of diet!

Cupcake Chic's newest addition, Neapolitan. I posted this picture on Flickr and it was recognized by cupcakestakethecake blog and had 300 views! I couldn't believe it.

One of my favorite flavors. Vanilla cake with chocolate cream cheese frosting. Mmmmmm.

I have been extremely busy this Lovey holiday. I have a wedding on Valentine's Day and another the following week. I have several Valentine orders to be made & delivered this weekend. My favorite order is being delivered to a missionary at the MTC from his valentine. So cute!

I am selling my cupcakes in a new location, Brambles & Blossoms Boutique in Provo. That makes 4 retail locations now. Bring it on! I also sent a trial box of cupcakes to my cupcake fanatic cousin Jill in Chicago. They made it safely, which is a huge triumph for me. I have been trying to figure out a way to ship these babies for months. Mission accomplished! This will open up many more opportunities for me.

I hope everyone has a great Valentine's Day filled with lots of LOVE!

Finian

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Finn just loves the snow. He stands by the door waiting for his chance to escape to the outdoors. If Matt or I open it, Finn pushes his way through our legs and runs as fast as he can. This time I let him go and boy did he think he was neat! I thought some of these silly pictures were worth sharing.

Finn posing for the camera.

Love this picture! This is Finn...down right SILLY!!!

Finn saying "CHEEEESE"! He looks a little uneasy, don't you think?

Updates.....

2009-01-22T12:40:00.000-08:00

I know , I know! It's been a really long time. Here are a few pictures of a little bit of what has been going on in The Millette household.

My two little squirts Christmas shopping.

Don't let them fool you, they fight like brothers!

This year we were so lucky to escape the snow & visit Matt's family for Christmas in Monterey, CA. It was a really nice change. Thank you Grandma & Grandpa Maugeri for spoiling us rotten!

Ethan sat at the table & made his name out of pretzels. I think he is an aspiring artist...don't you?

Here are the 2 pictures I got of Christmas morning! I am the worst mother!

Finn loves his Elmo live, this picture just doesn't show it.

Between Santa & Grandma (mostly grandma) this is what they got. I know, it's rediculous!

This is how I found Finn after his afternoon nap one day. I think he's turning into a rooster!

This is the box some of the Christmas presents came in, after we had to ship them home because we had too much!

Forget the presents! I should have bought them a box and peanuts!

Finn, really son! Did you really think your big butt and thighs would fit in that little box?

as he's sitting there with a bowl of food

I swear I did not crop this picture. He really got that close. Aren't his eyes beautiful! He gets those from his daddy!

Cupcake Chic's second pitch on the....

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VERY FAMOUS

cupcakestakethecakeblog!

This is such a big deal. This blog is the #1 blog about cupcakes and has over 4,000 readers! They have been on The Martha Stewart show twice. Here is the link that talk's about us!

http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2009/01/drive-thru-cupcakes-in-provo-utah.html

My little sister is sooo talented!

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She is so talented, because she actually got some pictures even though my boys were acting like this.......

and this....

and this!
Here are just a few of my favorites.....

Well, here it is!

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My big break on the KSL Studio 5 show! It's was really quite fun! It is interesting to see how a show works behind the scenes. Everything is so much smaller than it looks on TV. Everyone is plastered in make-up, even the boys!

Talk about having nerves...GOOD GRIEF! Although I loved it, I am so glad it is over!

Grow business Grow!

Today is .....

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National Cupcake Day!

Celebrate & treat yourself to a cupcake!

TV

2008-12-11T15:52:00.000-08:00

Oh my gosh! Today I got a phone call from Darin, the co-host on KSL's Studio 5 morning show. He has asked me to be a guest on the show. I guess they are looking for "peppermint treats" in Utah and someone referred my peppermint cupcake to him. CRAZY!!!! Me......... be on TV? I am freaking out! I think I had the shakes for an hour after I got off the phone. All these thoughts were going through my head...who's going to do my hair? Who's going to do my makeup? What am I going to wear? What will my whinny voice sound like on TV......whinnier? Well, this will be interesting. Let's see what craziness it will bring to my cupcake business!

Something to think about

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New Cupcake Blog!

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There is a really fun new blog all you Utah girls must follow! It's called Utah Loves Cupcakes. It's a blog about cupcakes in Utah and all the people who love them. It has recipes, meet-ups, lists of all local cupcake bakeries and just lots of stuff about cupcakes! If you don't love cupcakes, you will!

Well, if no one else loves them, my kids sure do.

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My boys love cupcakes and I wonder why?

They go for the frosting first and then devour the cake, leaving crumbs everywhere. As much as I despise the mess, I love the smiles. It's really true what they say...

Cupcakes Make You Happy!

I have been trying to get Finn to say cupcake for months. The other day I had cupcakes cooling in the kitchen and he pointed and said, "cupcake"! I was so excited, I got that choked up feeling in my throat. I can't get that kid to eat anything else, hence the chubby cheeks!
Ethan doesn't just call them cupcakes, he refers to them as "cupcake chic's". That's my boy! Keep on selling for me kiddo!

Vote! Vote! Vote!

2008-11-04T15:55:00.000-08:00

Well, today is the day we have all been anticipating...

ELECTION DAY.

These are my candidates!

Go McCain and Palin!

Did you vote?

Trick Or Treat

2008-11-02T08:42:00.000-08:00

It was really fun taking the boys trick or treating this year. The weather couldn't have been more perfect!

I took Ethan to the ward trunk or treat and he got a bucket full of candy. We went home, dumped it out and headed out for REAL trick or treating! Finn pooped out early, but Ethan on the other hand was a die hard! He was running door to door getting lots of treats. We were having a hard time getting him to say "Trick-r-treat", so we threatened that we would have to go home if he didn't say it. Poor shy Ethan was trying so hard, but he couldn't get it out until after they shut the door. He's hilarious!

After a while, Ethan was starting to get tired, but Matt & I were not satisfied with the amount of candy he had in his bucket........we needed more! So we kept going. Ethan was lagging behind now, saying things like, "my hands and legs are hurt" and "just one more?" as in, is this the last one? Finally after " mommy, my legs can't walk anymore" we let him give up. Yep! Ethan was a trooper and I know he is enjoying all that candy he worked so hard for!

Mommies little monkey

The Incredible Hulk

Sponge Bob cupcakes by Cupcake Chic

2008-10-15T13:50:00.000-07:00

I had an order this last weekend that requested Sponge Bob cupcakes for a birthday party. I normally don't do theme cupcakes, but I thought these turned out kind of cute.

Ethan wanted donuts this morning.....

2008-10-13T14:16:00.001-07:00

So we made some!

Ethan suggested wearing an apron. What a cute little baker.

Ethan mixing in the eggs and butter.

Taste test!

Getting every last bit

The final product, chocolate donuts with strawberry frosting. Ethan picked out the sprinkles, can you tell? Such beautiful colors!

Chicago

2008-10-08T10:22:00.000-07:00

Another girls trip! My mom, my sisters and I went to Chicago to visit my cousin Jill and my Aunt Karen. Can I just say that I had the time of my life! I can't believe the damage we can do in just 2 days! We ate and shopped our legs off. We had Chicago style pizza, the best steak in the city and some Gumbo, New Orleans style. Of coarse, we had to stop at all three of the local cupcakeries! When we got home we all sat around the table and tasted each and every flavor. I have to say they were a bit disappointing!

If you know any of us very well, you know that we are absolutely psycho crazy about H&M. We are in there for hours when we shop, as you can see in the pictures. Love it, love it, love it!

Saturday night, we were trying to decide what to do. If you didn't know already, New Kids On The Block are back! Saturday night they happened to be in concert in Chicago! We scrambled to get tickets and found some on ebay! It was crazy! All girls or woman MY age everywhere plastered in NKOTB paraphernalia! I felt like I was 8 years old again. I loved it. It is by far the best concert I have ever been to. As soon as I got home, I down loaded all of there new and old songs. That's right girls........ Hangin' Tough, You've Got The Right Stuff, Step By Step....I know you are singing it right now! I have to admit, I still have a crush on Donnie!

Thank you Jill for letting me visit and taking me to see everything! I LOVE CHICAGO!

I have the craziest kids in the world!

2008-10-01T09:02:00.001-07:00

Matt and I decided we needed to get the boys a sand box for the back yard. It's an awfully small backyard and they needed something fun to do back there. I thought to myself, "this is perfect, something they could do together". I was so excited to just boot them out the back door and have the house quiet and calm for a few minutes.

Well, there is a reason Ethan looks a little worried........

There was screaming and crying and this is what I found.........Yeah Finn, Uh-Oh is right!
Water and sand EVERYWHERE! I should have known better. If they fight constantly inside, why wouldn't they outside.

I think Ethan was trying to exfoliate Finn's face with the sand and water.

Ethan smiling in relief after seeing me laugh instead of get mad.

I had to strip both of them down before I could bring them back in the house.

Matt and I went to see Journey to the Center of the Earth in 3-D. These are the glasses that we brought home. My boys will play with anything but toys!

Ethan came down stairs the other day dressed like this. He was claiming to be a monkey. He's nuts!

Frozen Hot Chocolate

2008-09-30T06:33:00.000-07:00

If you haven't been over to Art City Coffee to try a frozen hot chocolate, you must do it. They are so good. I think about them on a daily basis! I know, I have a problem......an addiction to sweets maybe! When I went to New York back in 2005, we went to Serendipity and had frozen hot chocolate for the first time and fell in love. (Oh, and did I mention we sat an ate them next to Cindy Crawford and her family!) We ordered the mixes online from New York so we could have more when we got home. It just wasn't the same as having it made for you. When I saw that Art City Coffee was making them, I had to have one. I have to say they are just as good as Serendipity. On your way to Walmart, stop in. I promise you won't regret it!

Happy Birthday Mom!

2008-09-24T09:25:00.000-07:00

I love my mom so much. She is not only a great mom, but she is one of my best friends. We spend lots of time together doing girl things like shopping, going to the movies, eating and making cupcakes! She is spiritual, loving, happy, smart and full of energy. She has always been such a good example to me. Thanks mom for all that you do! Have a Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday Grandma Judy!

2008-09-23T15:47:00.000-07:00

I have the best Mother-in-law in the world! She is so lovable. She is such a happy, fun, loving, sensitive person. I love being around her and am so sad that she lives so far. She really lives up to her "Grandma" title too. She loves my kids unconditionally and there isn't anything she wouldn't do for them. Thank you Grandma Judy for all the good times and for just being you! We love you! Have a Happy, Happy Birthday!

Little Leaper's Pre school

2008-09-22T10:05:00.000-07:00

My very good friend Courtney Marshall has started teaching preschool this year out of her home. It is the cutest little school you have ever seen. For those of you still looking to sign your kids up for school, I highly recommend her. Check it out.

http://bizebees.blogspot.com/2008/08/back-to-school.html

Little Leapers Preschool

801-798-0601

The Tomato Bush

2008-09-21T08:27:00.001-07:00

Okay, so I thought it would be fun to grow my own tomato plant, because I just LOVE cherry tomatoes. I picked a spot in my little garden next to my flowers, thinking it would be perfect. Let me remind you, the plant was only 4 inches tall when I purchased it. Ummmmm, I think I was wrong. It has totally taken over our backyard. Yes, that is my back door behind the bush! I just don't have the heart to trim it, because I want all the tomatoes. Watch out family and close neighbors, the tomatoes are on their way over!

Who wants free cupcakes?

2008-09-12T14:50:00.000-07:00

I found the funnest new blog/website. It's www.sweetlifeinthevalley.com. It is a blog that talks about all the good finds in utah valley. Every friday they have a "Freebie Friday", where you can enter to win whatever it is she is giving away that Friday. This week Cupcake Chic is giving away a dozen assorted cupcakes! Yeah! Anyway, check it out, it's kind of fun! You never know, it might be you!

September 11th.....

2008-09-11T09:09:00.000-07:00

Every year on this day, I feel sadness in my heart but at the same time a feeling of pride. Remembering all the innocent people whose lives were suddenly taken from them makes me cry, but seeing this picture of the courageous firefighters makes me so proud. I love thinking back on how America came together and all helped one another. I am so grateful to be an American where I can be free and have a voice.

Spanish Fork's 1st annual Kite Festival

2008-09-08T10:08:00.001-07:00

Spanish Fork City has started an annual kite festival. I don't know why they didn't think of this years ago, it's windy enough! Geeese! Nikki and I were husbandless on Saturday, so we the thought we would try it out. Ethan loved it, to say the least. During the remote control helicopter show, he was yelling so loud in excitement, that people were turning and looking! I have to be honest, my favorite part was my Diet Coke!

They had people flying kites from jet skis over the water. It was pretty neat!

Ethan and Finn at the children's kite making booth.
And the final product! Ethan's little paper kite. He even got to fly it .

Happy Birthday Matthew!

2008-09-02T19:29:00.000-07:00

This was a very special year for Matt, because he turned 30! I thought he needed a surprise party. I can't believe I pulled it off, but he was REALLY surprised!

Since Matt loves super heros, I had to go with that theme. I had everyone come dressed as their favorite super heros and it was a crack up. Matt didn't know it until he got there, but he was Clark Kent. It was a lot of fun and I think Matt was in the height of his glory being surrounded by REAL super heros!

Happy Birthday Honey! We love you!

This was his super hero cupcake tower.

Singing happy birthday to the birthday hero!
Wonder Woman and Clark Kent (my Superman)
Batman was there.....
The Hulk

Iron Man (sort of) I gave Iron Man badges to those who didn't have a costume. They look great!

A few Cat Woman

The Punisher and Storm with MY favorite Cat Woman.
Sam came as the Human Torch from Fantastic 4 and I have to say he should have won a prize. Look as those legs!
And what else, The Incredibles
Thank you to everyone who helped out and made Matt's birthday a good one!

Ethan's first day of pre-school

2008-09-02T12:19:00.000-07:00

My little Ethan is all grown up. Today he had his first day of pre-school. From what he told me, I think he learned about bugs and snakes. He was so excited to go, I had to yell to him to come back and give me a kiss good bye! Ethan, am I THAT boring?
It was really funny, on the way out, I felt happy and free while Matt was saying how bad he felt for leaving him. You can tell who stays home all day with the kids!

There he goes!

I tried to get a picture of him with his teacher Miss Leber, but as you can see he has a hard time sitting still!

Ethan picking out his name tag with Miss Leber.

Our family trip to Monterey California

2008-08-19T10:09:00.001-07:00

Every year we take an annual trip to Monterey to go to the beach and visit Matt's family. We visited the Monterey Bay Aquarium this year and the boys loved it. Ethan even got to hold a starfish! We spent lots of time with family and just really relaxed! We did a little bit of shopping and got some awsome deals on Ethan's school clothes! We walked on the beach trails and spent some time at some of the best parks! Thanks Grandma Judy for your fantastic hospitality! We love going to Grandma's house!

1998 Spanish Fork high School Reunion

2008-07-29T13:00:00.001-07:00

Spanish Fork Class of 1998 had our 10 year reunion this last weekend. I can't believe I have been graduated for 10 years! I am getting old!!!! It was really fun to see all of my old cheerleading pals. We are planning a cheerleading party for the near future and we are going to TRY and wear our uniforms! I can't wait!

They held a raffle to raise money for the next reunion. I was able to enter my cupcakes(great business opportunity!). It was fun to see everyone fight over them! They also had a contest for who has the most kids, who's changed the most and least, etc. I am (not really) proud to say that I won the married more than once award. It was kind of embarrassing, but funny, because most everyone in there had been married more than once!

Everyone has changed so much. Lots skinnier, some heavier and a mass amount pregnant!

Alison Ludell, Courtney Dastrup, & Me

Shelly Lenholf, Me, Katie Lundell, Ali Lundell, Courtney Dastrup
Matt, my way cute husband, was such a good sport to come and watch me mingle. I was so proud of him, he was the hottest guy there you know!
Me and 2 of my favorite cheerleaders!

American Idol Live Concert

2008-07-16T10:12:00.001-07:00

Okay, for those of you who didn't know, I am one of those psycho American Idol fans! I watch it faithfully and can NOT miss an episode. This last season was extra special, because of our Utah contestant David Archuleta and of coarse the amazing David Cook! I just had to buy tickets to the concert. It was one of the funnest concerts I have been to. They really put on a good show. You would not believe the screaming and screeching from all those Utah "Archie" fans. It was insane. If David moved one muscle, the whole place would go crazy. Matt and I were cracking up. My ears still haven't recovered.

I bought the cheaper tickets, knowing we would be in the nose bleed seats, but I never dreamed we would be at the very top in the last chairs next to the door. It just goes to show you, you get what you pay for! This was our view!

Brooke White was really cute and has really improved!

Our American Idol! David Cook was excellent! He was really sweet and let David Archuleta be "our" American Idol!

Watching all these girls goo-goo and ga-ga over David took me back to my New Kids on the Block days. The things girls get crazy about.
Matt and I FINALLY got to go out on a date! Matt may have preferred going somewhere else, but he's a really good sport. What's with my psycho eyes? It's the only picture we captured of ourselves at this crazy event!

Welcome baby Tomita!

2008-07-14T11:55:00.001-07:00

Jason and Tara finally welcome their new baby girl, Belle Wynani Tomita! She is absolutely beautiful! Tara is doing great after a really fast and easy delivery. I hope to get pictures really soon!

Swimming lessons

2008-06-19T14:51:00.000-07:00

We started swimming lessons this week! Finn and I are in a "mommy and me" class and Ethan is doing private lessons. It's been really fun and the weather has been perfect!

Finn absolutely LOVES the water. If I let him, he would take off and swim (drown) on his own!

Ethan on the other hand is a little more timid. At first the teachers were having a hard time getting him into the water. I bribed him with a Thomas toy and he has done great ever since. Thanks Thomas!

Look at those bellies! I think they get it from me :)

Cupcake update

2008-06-14T18:35:00.000-07:00

Cupcake Chic has made it's way into a few new places! Our cupcakes are now available in Jaxies in Spanish Fork and Art City Coffee in Springville. These cafes are both brand new and very exciting! You must stop in and check them out! Oh, and don't forget to get a cupcake!

Jaxies

747 N Main St.

Spanish Fork

(801)798-3185
Art City Coffee

484 S 1750 W

Springville

(801)489-3600

artcitycoffee.com

Sunday at Grandma Shield's

2008-06-09T07:09:00.000-07:00

We went to Grandma's house yesterday for a Sunday BBQ. It was so yummy, especially those chocolate raspberry cupcakes! This is our newest flavor, and i think it's my new favorite. But then again, I say that with every new flavor!

Grandma bought the grandkids a new playhouse and Matt was very sweet to put it together. As you can tell, Ethan had to help, and I think it made it take twice as long.

Anyway, fun day at grandma's as usual!

Grandma with her two grand babies.

If you look close, you can see Finn's little fingers around Reese's neck. He LOVES her so much! He squeezes and pats her all the time.
These are MY boys! They are all so handsome, and what hard workers they are! Someday, I hope the three of them will be putting one of those together for me, but on a much bigger scale!

Finally!

2008-06-05T17:45:00.000-07:00

My website is finally done! WooooHoooo! Thanks to my husband Matt, I have a really chic website!

Well, what are you waiting for? Take a look!
cupcakechicutah.com

Happy 1st Birthday Finn!

2008-05-25T18:51:00.001-07:00

Well another year has come and gone! I can't believe my baby boy is 1 year already!
I have really enjoyed Finn's first year. He is such a lovey, cuddly baby, and boy is he FULL of personality! He is walking and talking and in to EVERYTHING! Finn loves his big brother Ethan and doesn't have any trouble keeping up with him. In fact, Finn can actually take Ethan down in a wrestling match. Oh and did I mention that he is the size of a 2 year old! Yes, it's true, he is wearing 2T and has a 4.5 size foot! He's HUGE!!!!!
We love you baby Finn! Happy Birthday to YOU!

We had a farm theme birthday party! It was so cute, I couldn't pass it up!

Well, he thought that this was his favorite part of his party........but

I think THIS was his favorite part!

Finn's Birthday

2008-05-25T18:46:00.001-07:00

Watch him go!

Well, I tried.....

2008-05-07T14:18:00.000-07:00

Tara and I took the boys out for a picture day.........and this is what we got! Not perfect, but still very cute. Talk about a chore, WOW! I thought Finn would be the hard one, but Ethan was everywhere except where I wanted him! Can a 4 year old go through the "terrible twos" again?

"Turbo Jam"

2008-04-29T16:24:00.000-07:00

This is the best workout ever! Nikki and I have been doing it for a few weeks and we love it! We dance, kick box, sing and Woooohooo alot! Nikki has lost 6 inches and 4 pounds in 10 days! You rock Nikki! This video is a must! I have never loved a workout video more, and trust me I've tried them all!

And there were words....

2008-04-23T08:56:00.000-07:00

All of a sudden Finn is spitting out all kinds of words
thank you, hi, and look are his latest. Wow, they grow up fast!

Updates!

2008-04-23T08:11:00.000-07:00

Ethan's birthday--March 2
He turned 4 this year! We had Thomas the Train theme (of course) and he got a new big boy bike!

Easter

Ethan was so handsome in his Easter suit this year and this is the only picture I could get!

What a trouble maker!

2008-03-01T09:35:00.000-08:00

Finn! What are we going to do with you?

This child of mine is always getting into trouble! Is it possible to start the terrible twos at 9 months?

Can you see the tongue? I think it was directed at me!

Finally, they get along!

2008-02-27T07:45:00.000-08:00

If I would have known that these two would have the times of their lives in the tub together, I would have done it a long time ago. I am so glad I actually found something that they like to do TOGETHER!

Uh-Oh! What happened Finn? I don't know if you can tell, but he is cracking up! This kid was born to be in the water.

Ethan thought it was hysterical to put water on Finn's crack!

Introducing......

2008-02-16T14:28:00.000-08:00

My mom and I have started a cupcake business. We took our first orders for Valentine's Day. We made just under 100 cupcakes (10 different flavors)! It has always been a dream of mine to have my own shop, and what could be better than CUPCAKES! We are up to 15 flavors and are still working on more. It has taken baking and EATING many, many cupcakes to get here. I know I have put on the pounds, but it has been well worth it.

Happy Valentine's Day

2008-02-14T07:14:00.000-08:00

Thank you all for the gifts and delicious treats!
Hugs and Kisses!

Cookies, cookies and more cookies

2008-02-11T08:23:00.000-08:00

Grandma Shields loves to make old fashioned sugar cookies with the grandkids for Valentine's day. I think they love it too. They lick their fingers and get frosting and sprinkles all over the place!

What an artist!

This is what Finn was doing while the rest of us were making cookies.....getting stuck!

And there was light...

2008-02-11T08:02:00.001-08:00

Finally, the sun came out. It was 40 degrees and we were cheering! For those of you who live here, you already know we have been having close to record breaking snow and temperatures. So we took advantage of this beautiful sunny day and went sledding.

Finn thought he would have a little taste! What? Finn wanting to eat something? Weird!

Ethan loved going down the sled, but hated being out in the cold. After about 3 runs, I asked him if he liked it. He said "Yes, but that's enough!"
This is pretty much his facial expression the entire time.

I don't know, what do you think when you look at this picture? WHAT NERDS!

In Loving Memory......

2008-01-28T07:17:00.000-08:00

President Gordon B Hinckley 1910-2008

President Hinckley was a humble, sweet and humorous man. What an example he was to the world. He did so much for our church. We will miss him.

What a bunch of sickies!

2008-01-24T10:38:00.000-08:00

The Millette family has been feeling a little under the weather the past few weeks.
First Ethan got strep throat, than Finn and I ended up with a nasty, nasty virus that literally put me in bed. If you know me, not much can keep me down, but this did! Matt ended up catching it too, about the same night Ethan woke up with croup.
Does anyone want to come over to our house to visit? I think it's time to break out the Lysol!

Family pictures

2008-01-08T20:18:00.000-08:00

Here are some of the family pictures that were supposed to make it out in a christmas card...... but never did! Opps... Sorry everyone.
Better luck next year!

Christmas morning

2008-01-02T08:18:00.000-08:00

Christmas morning, Ethan got us all up at 7:00! We ate cinnamon rolls, drank homemade hot chocolate and opened presents! Santa was really good to us this year!

Over the hill and through the woods....

2007-12-23T19:41:00.001-08:00

to Grandmother's house we go!

My mom is so sweet to watch my boys for me every Friday while I get out of the house and go to work. Ethan loves helping Grandma in the kitchen and playing with all her fun toys! Finn on the other hand, I think is bored!!!
Thanks Mom for all you do! I love the pictures!

What a weekend!

2007-12-18T08:36:00.002-08:00

Tis the season for all the parties!

It all started Friday with mine and Matt's work Christmas party. We ate dinner and rushed back to pick up the kids to get to Costco to buy the food for the ward party. Yes, Matt and I are co-chair of the activities committee......committee, what does that mean? Well, we are supposed to have 5 other people on the committee to help us with all activities. I scheduled a meeting to plan the party and nobody showed up. Hmmmmm....what do I do? Anyway, being the people that Matt and I are, we tried to take this all on ourselves. We spent the entire week running around gathering decorations, food and entertainment. Well, things didn't really go as planned!

*entertainment cancelled
*the company I ordered tablecloths from called last minute to let me know they didn't have what I ordered
*the Stake building was occupied by another ward when it was supposed to be us
*the stake building didn't have any serving dishes, like all others do
*my babysitter fell through (my mom) because she ran over a dog and killed it
*Oh and did I mention while I was preparing the salad, I cut my finger off!!!!!!!

Yes, it's true! Trying to hurry and throw the food together I cut my middle finger just about off. I left just enough skin for it to hang on. It was just me and Ethan and I was freaking out. I was worried I would pass out and bleed to death. I searched for my phone and just as I was dialing, Matt walked in the door. Thank Goodness! We scrambled to get the kids in the car while trying to hold my bloody finger together. Rushing to the E.R. , I was thinking to myself, "what else could possibly go wrong?" Well, what do you know. There was a friendly policeman right over the hill who decided to pull us over for speeding!
After explaining the situation, he let us off the hook! Anyway, I got to the hospital and they stitched my bloody finger back on.
The bishopric and their wives along with some other ward members pulled together and put the party on! I have gained a testimony of service and fulfilling callings!

What a night!

Naked Jay-Bird

2007-12-06T09:38:00.000-08:00

This kid thinks it's the best thing in the world to be naked. He was trying to crawl around on the bathroom floor, but was slipping all over the place!
Nice buns, huh?

Here she is....

2007-12-06T09:36:00.000-08:00

She did not like the camera!

Welcome Reese Ryan!

2007-12-03T18:00:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Ryan & Nikki!
Reese Ryan Carter
7lbs 10 oz 20 in

Stayed tuned for pictures!

My hobbies.......

2007-11-26T16:04:00.000-08:00

Cupcakes

Photography

Aren't they handsome?

2007-11-15T07:59:00.000-08:00

I am so proud of my boys, little and big! I have so much to be grateful for. I have a loving husband and two of the cutest boys on the planet! They are so good. It is such a joy to be able to be home and spend lots of time with them. I have the best job in the world..... Motherhood!

My first day......

2007-11-07T08:01:00.000-08:00

Well, I had my first day on the new job yesterday! Yes, I got a seasonal job working at See's candies and yes I have to wear that uniform. I absolutely love it. It has really great benefits too. I can eat as much as I want of whatever I want while I am there, I can order 4 1/2 lb boxes from the San Francisco kitchen for $10, and I get discounts an everything in the store! Wow, I get all of this just to hand out candy......I'll take it! Oh and they pay really well too! I am just working for a few weeks, just until Santa Claus comes and then I am done. I bet you know what everyone is getting from me for Christmas!

Another Halloween come and gone

2007-11-01T18:42:00.000-07:00

We took the kids Trick-or-Treating last night. Finn lasted about 10 minutes then he decided it was time to go back to Grandma's house. Ethan on the other hand loved it! He was a trooper, running house to house in the cold. Trying to get him to say "trick or treat" AFTER people opened their doors was a challenge though. He would say it as soon as we got to the door and rang the doorbell. It was hilarious. We had a lot of fun and can't wait for next year!
Here's the kids excited and ready to go.....
Hannah Montana, Minnie Mouse, G.I. Joe. & Roo

Carving pumpkins at Grandma's house. They all turned out so cute!

I tried carving Thomas for Ethan, can you tell?

Daddy's pirate

Finn's silly pumpkin face

Our trip to Monterey!

2007-10-30T13:35:00.001-07:00

We took a family vacation to Monterey to visit Matt's family! We had the best time. It was definately a vacation that was well over due! We got to stay a whole week this time, so we were able to do lots of fun things. We went to the forest and played with bugs. Ethan even pooped his pants there. It was really adventureous! We took the kids to the coolest park called "Dennis the Menace" Park. It had a huge train to play on. I think Ethan thought he had died and gone to heaven. We went to the beach, of coarse. It was beautiful and peaceful! We walked the warf and watched the boats and saw lots of seals. Ethan loved playing with Grandpa Tom and Grandma Judy and his cousins Ellie and Sara. We love our family and are very grateful for the time we get to spend with them. Now we hope we can get rich enough to move there :)

Happy Birthday Tara!

2007-10-29T12:12:00.000-07:00

My baby sister turns 25 today! I can't believe it! She is such a fun and loving person. I feel so lucky not only to have her as a sister, but as a best friend too! Hope you have a happy day Tara! We love you!

Cupcakes, cupcakes, cupcakes

2007-10-11T17:28:00.001-07:00

Tara, this one is for you!
Rich, dense chocolate cupcake with chocolate peanut butter frosting!
Mom and I made cupcakes today and this was our favorite! It was so delicious! I think it's a keeper!

I ask myself... Why?

2007-10-11T17:17:00.000-07:00

Why?.....Why do I buy all of these fun toys when all Ethan wants is a cardboard box? He is so creative. If it's not a cardboard box for a hiding place, it's one of my spatulas for flipping "Krabby Patties" or a stick out of the yard used as a sword to scare "bad guys" away. And we all know about the gloves! He will wear any kind of glove he can find and play for hours picking things up and imagining! Ethan, you are just as much fun as you are cute, and you are really cute!