Swimming with the Radfords

Wes, Page, and Amelia were able to come and visit last week. We loved having them here. Amelia was my little helper for a few days and I loved it! We were able to all go swimming at their hotel so I went and bought Ike a little suit. It was pretty cute.. thanks to my fav store Target. He didn't seem to mind the water at all. He really didn't have any reaction until after he was out of the water. He talked and screamed for about 2 hours, listening to his echo. I love that he is talking and laughing now. We celebrated Austin's 22nd bday at Red Robin on Friday and the whole gang was there. We hope they come back soon.


First time in...its cold but he doesn't seem to care.


Amelia and Hannah swimming in the pool.


One of his many faces


Dad and Ike warming up in the hot tub.

Easter Has Arrived

The reason why I love this time of year!

Cadbury's Mini Eggs are the best. I love them! It doesn't help to have them around when I am trying to get rid of my pregnancy weight. I recommend them to everyone who loves Milk Chocolate. But I do not recommend eating a whole bag by yourself as I did this several years ago. Happy Easter to everyone!

Tag

My bff Beth, tagged me...Here's how you play:

A. The rules of the game are posted at the beginning.

B. Each player answers the questions about themselves.

C. At the end of the post, the player tags 4 people and posts their names, then goes to their blog and leaves them a comment, letting them know that they are tagged.

10 years ago I was:
In the middle of my 8th grade year.

Some highlights of the year were:
Dexter McCarty socials
Going to Japan
Getting ready for High School

5 things on my to do list today: Sunday
1. Wake up early for 9am church.
2. Feed Isaac and get him ready for church.
3. Dinner at Care and Franks.
4. Watching the All-Star Game with Austin and Richard at our house.
5.Isaac is down early..yes!

Things I would do if I became a billionaire: Buy a house, take a family vacation, buy a couple new cars, and save. I could keep going.

3 of my bad habits:
1. controlling
2. yelling at coleman while he is driving...scary! Baby on board!
3.obsessive about cleanliness

5 places I've lived:
1. 22nd Street in Gresham,Oregon
2. Roberts Street in Gresham, Oregon
3. Sugar House, Utah
4. Rancho Cucamonga, California
5. Salt Lake City, Utah

5 jobs I've had:
1. babysitter
2. Old Navy
3. Providence Medical Group
4. The Childrens Place
5. Ivory Homes

Something most people don't know about me: I like burnt popcorn

1. Beth
2. Rachel
3. Allison
4. Erin

Family pictures!

This past weekend we finally got Isaac's baby pictures done. He is already 3 1/2 months old so I am glad I finally did it. They turned out pretty cute. We were glad he was in a good mood while we went. A nap while strolling the mall then a bottle and he was good to go. We were able to squeeze in some family pics too.

I finally got time to post pictures of Isaac's room (Sorry it took me awhile Erin). It still is missing a few things....like a mattress for the crib. I plan on getting that this week or next week and starting him in his own room. I don't think he likes his porter crib much anymore and he likes our bed way too much. The little squirt is growing so fast. I already have a box full of clothes he has outgrown. We love every minute of it especially this last week. He has started laughing at everything...especially his daddy.
This past weekend Coleman's best bud Guy was in town from Dallas. We met up Saturday with Jay, Heather, Guy, and Taylor (friend from Edgewood) at the Canyons for some snowboarding. It was nice to get out but I was so tired by mid day. Mandy Gibbs was in town and asked to watch Isaac while we went out. Thanks a ton! That night a bunch of us went out to dinner to Red Robin and then back to our house for some ping pong. It was fun to have everyone over and to see Guy while he was here.
We were sad to here the news that our Prophet Gordan B. Hinckley passed away on Sunday, January 27Th. He was our childhood prophet and are sad to see him go but glad to see he is back with his lovely wife. He was an inspiration to all of us.


Isaac's dresser and cute lamp.


Here is the new purchase...the crib is finally here.


Page made the cute "Isaac" and Grandma Mary made the bedding.


Here is a close up of the fabric we chose while I was in Portland over the summer. She also made a duvet that matches. I love it all!


For Christmas she painted this rocking chair to go along with the colors in the room. It is so adorable.


Heather, Jay, and Isaac at Red Robin.


Mandy and me


Guy and Isaac hanging out.


Dad and Isaac after his bath


This was pretty funny, Isaac napping in our bed...this is how we found him.

Well here are the rest of my pictures from the end of the year. We are excited for a new year and are looking forward to what it brings. We finally got our crib and the rest of Isaac's room set up. I will post pictures next time. It turned out exactly how I wanted it.

Isaac and his new Jordan hat..balla
Just like my daddy
Getting stronger everyday.
Tessa and Isaac..second cousins..two weeks apart.
Chillin on the couch together.

Coleman and Isaac watching some tv. Isaac loves cartoons and watching basketball with dad.
Grandpa Jim, Isaac and Lucy's at Dave and Erin's after the blessing.
Coleman and Les in their #1 stunna glasses.

Josh, Rachel, and Cory playing Rock Band. This was their Christmas present, its pretty fun!
I did alright at the guitar, I gotta keep practicing.

Christmas Season

Well even though I love the holidays, I am glad they are over. We are ready for a fun new year.
Christmas was a lot of fun. We had our white elephant party Sunday the 23rd and had everyone over for Hawaiian Haystacks. There were some crazy prizes. The best two prizes were the Angelie Calendar with the yard o' beef and the used swimming undies from Richard. Frank and Dave beat each other up with the yard o' beef. It finally busted over Frank's head. My mom and Trevor came for a few days and stayed at our house. We were constantly busy with family events. Angelie's birthday was the 24th so we had breakfast at her apartment that morning and finished it off with the family ritual of Olive Garden for dinner. Christmas day we woke up to fresh snow, even though we had two storms prior to that. Coleman, Isaac, and I were spoiled with gifts from parents. I was quite surprised how much Isaac got. He loves all is toys, especially his Baby Einstein. Then my dad was able to come and visit and see the new babies. Dave and Erin blessed Royal on Sunday. It was good to have the family together.
Angelie's friend (or boyfriend) came to town from Holland. He is a very nice guy. we all like him a ton. We will wait to see what is to come of those two. Maybe a wedding this year sometime :) We will keep you all posted.
Isaac has his two month appointment tomorrow and I am excited to see how much he has grown. He is smiling and laughing more and more each day. It's crazy how fast little babies grow. Every week its something new.
Well we hope everyone has a happy new year!

Coleman, Amanda, & Isaac




The crazy Linthorst Children



"Happy Birthday Angapee"



Snow at our house! We got about 5 inches

Ade and Hannah at the white elephant party

Trevor and Isaac Christmas Morning



Isaac opening his presents



Isaac and all his presents



His cool coat from Grandma and Grandpa Radford



The whole gang (plus Richard)

Sophie and her new scripture bag

The new Cousins (Royal and Isaac)

Check me out..

Buzz came over to play in the snow...all dressed his way.