Sugar Lips

On Monday afternoon, Chloe decided she was going to go in the "snack room" (otherwise known as the pantry) to make us a snack. In she went, closing the door behind her, and after a few: door opens, mischeivious face pops out, door closes routines, she announced her suprise was ready. Of, course I grabbed the camera to document whatever treat it was that she had prepared.

My first view was of these open bottles of sprinkles on a shelf, with sprinkles scattered all over. Next I see Chloe presenting me with THE CUP containing her concoction.

I peered in to find....Sprinkles. Sprinkles. Sprinkles. All mixed together with care. How delicious does that look?! I know I was excited to have a taste.

Unfortunately (or fortunately) for me, Chloe decided she wanted to keep this treat all to herself. The evidence of her treat enjoying:

The Big 3-0

Birthday season continues at the McBride house where yesterday we celebrated Joe's 30th Birthday! To celebrate this big birthday occasion, ideas like reserving the flowrider indoor surf place, or reserving the entire Japanese restaurant (it only seats 10) that is our favorite, or throwing a huge suprise party flowed through my mind. Joe's ideas, however, were a little simpler: stay home all day (except for church) and eat wings, cake, and ice cream with a few visits from some family members. Some times less is more and I think Joe really enjoyed his relaxing entry into REAL adulthood!Joe's cake choice was also simple: White cake, white frosting, no sprinkles. Served on Star Wars 3D plates (his favorite childhood obsession)
Happy Birthday to the greatest man I know and love!

Birthday Fun

We had a great day celebrating Noah turning two! Here are some of the highlights:

As part of our birthday plans we took the kids to Disney On Ice. With it being in Salt Lake and not starting until 7:00 we knew there would be no time to do a birthday cake that night so instead we did a birthday breakfast cake!

Here are my excited kids (and not quite as excited husband) waiting for the show to start

This picture is blurry but, sadly, the best one I got of the Cars part of the show, which was Noah's favorite. He was so concentrated on not missing anything. So fun!

Chloe's favorites were Ariel as well as Tinkerbell and the fairies.

This was the perfect way to do something special for a little boy who didn't quite get it was his birthday. Both kids totally loved it and were so good. All in all I think Noah would say it's been his best birthday yet.

Happy Birthday Noah Joseph

Oh my sweet little crazy rambunctious little Noah. What is there to say about him other than I love him so so so much. When I found out we were having a boy, I really had no idea what I was in for, but when this 9lb little guy entered my world he did so all boy! From loving all things motor operated - cars, motorcycles, trains - to loving dirt, bugs and worms, he has amazed me also with how sweet and caring he is. He is the first to come hug me if I'm feeling upset, and the first to try to make me smile - even if it's by showing me something gross. Before Noah was born I remember wondering if I could handle two kids. I don't know how well I really handle it but I know I am so grateful for the blessing to have had Noah join our family.Noah at two years old:

-Talks ALOT - we are amazed at how well he speaks and has done so for a while. He is very expressive with this ability. His favorite phrase: "Dat is disusting" (translation: that is disgusting)

-Loves to look at himself in the mirror. He doesn't do it to look at how handsome he is, he likes to make all sorts of mean, angry, silly faces. I could watch this for hours

-Loves to sit on my lap and drink sippy cups of milk and then just cuddle with me

- Loves "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" and "Cars." He would watch these two movies all day everyday if I would let him

- Loves Chloe. They are such good little buddies. He is always so willing to do what she wants, as long as sometimes that includes running in circles around and around the couch or sword fighting with whatever is available

- Loves yogurt, apples, and candy of every kind.

- Wants to sleep with a toy every night. The problem comes when he wakes up at 6:00 and won't go back to sleep because he has his toy right there.

- Is the cutest two year old boy I have ever seen (partial, maybe, but he is adorable)

While I wish I could freeze you here forever in some ways, I also can't wait to watch as you continue to grow! Happy Birthday my little bud!

Cheap Thrills

One boring night with nothing to do, how about playing with tape that's sticky and blue?!

Two little kids full from being fed - how to pass the pass before putting them to bed?!

I love these little faces and I love the little silly moments that don't cost a cent but are still priceless!

Valentine Cookie Party

Chloe has been anxious to get to know some of the new little girls in our neighborhood better so I thought it would be fun, in honor of Valentine's Day, to invite over some of the girls she has met to decorate sugar cookies. We had a really fun time and we might have to make this a Valentine tradition.

These girls were cute as they decorated these cookies and as their attention span ended and they just decided to run around and play. Definite success! Chloe already wants to plan another party and it was so fun I'm thinking I agree. Hmm - maybe a pajama party movie "night"...

Love Him

Six Valentine's Days and still in love!