Kohler's visit: Part 2

Our good friends the Kohlers often visit us from Heber. We love it when they come in town. Each Ivie family member has a little friend and we always have a blast livin' the St. George life.  Even the mommy's are able to get away for an afternoon. 

This weekend was filled with lots of loves.

Just enjoying a cool snack on a hot day.

Life is good.

Zumba

I attended my first Zumba class this evening at the local community center. I thought that I should see what this new aerobic craze entailed. 2 weeks ago, after a swim with Noelle, I could hear the thump of music resonating through the locker room walls. After getting dressed, I followed the music to an overcrowded gym... that is not an understatement. An estrogen filled room, ages 12 to 82, were sweating and gyrating their hips to the beat. Any workout that would gather such a crowd must be the most thrilling workout.. I needed to try it.. Babysitter check, spandex, check, water bottle, check, hip thrusting capability... uhhhh. I used to dance, I thought that I could ease right into this popular class, boy was I wrong!!! I started out confident, music was good, the instructor gave a great pep talk. E.A.S.Y. (keep in mind I used to be certified to teach aerobics) The music began. What the heck!! I like to dance but 60 minutes of pelvic thrusting and hip gyrations are better left to yourself or your hubby. I can appreciate how everyone was feeling the music, and trying to better themselves through exercise. Apparently I didn't realize that I am white and lets face it my hips can't "get low on the flo" get low on the flo".  At 25 years old,  I nearly threw out my back.  I think it is great exercise. I was ready to die 30 minutes in. I just don't feel like spreading eagle, while squatting, aggressively circling my hips, while waving my arms in the air... all the while, from the second level 5 teenage boys 7 children and 2 sets of old people are watching you... not me specifically, let be honest here,... but watching the crowd. I would like to blame the instructor for her latino/islander heritage, her perfectly swiveling hips and effortless moves. She made it look so easy. Not even breaking a sweat. I actually thought that I might be dancing just like her until I realized that there wasn't a single mirror on any of the walls and my fellow classmates looked as ridiculous as I felt. I am not going to say I won't attend again, I feel like a burned a few billion calories, which I ate back.... thanks cold stone leftovers but, I will say that I will be practicing my moves in a full length mirror before I return.

Month 16

Just stopping to smell the roses


It finally happened!!! You are getting your front teeth! You still put everything in your mouth including your crayons... we are still working on that. Mimi and Papi got you sidewalk chalk for Easter, which also tends to make it into your mouth,  and you love putting your mark on the back porch. You are definitely a girlie-girl. You love princess things, jewelry, and combing mommy's hair. You hate when your hands are dirty or sticky and refuse to walk on sand or grass. You have no problem bare-footing your way to the jump jump.. which is starting to lose your interest. It is starting to warm up and you love to swim at the community center. You aren't very daring on the kiddie water slide yet, but that will come later. You are a natural swimmer; kicking your legs and moving your arms, as you become more independent. I know you won't want mommy's help soon.  You have mastered most all of the animal sounds although you still don't know what sound a cat makes... or just refuse to do it. Your favorite lately is the piggy noise, which I never get sick of. Noelle, you are able to more easily communicate what you want and if there is one thing you want lately it is POPCORN! It is definitely a favorite in the house right now.  We have visitors almost every weekend and you just love the constant attention. Aunt Tiffany is definitely your favorite right now. Usually, while I am doing dishes you will find your cell phone and make a few calls... all of which sound very important. Pacing the hall with identical mannerisms as your father and I, along with the continuous "Hi!" into the pink device, makes me think that we spend way to much time on our phones. You are my little friend, we do everything together and I wouldn't have it any other way. Walks, splash pad, swimming, grocery shopping, pulling weeds, putting on make up, windexing the mirrors, swiffering the floor, and sorting laundry. I am constantly amazed by how bright you are. You study the world around you and learn new things everyday.

 These are a few of your favorite things.

 Popcorn

 Whole grain blueberry Eggo waffles in the morning, with a side of bad bed head   :)

 Aunt Tiffany and Uncle Sean brought these when they last visited and you haven't take them off since.

You also love hiking with your mommy or "MA!" as you would say.

 Not only do you love putting things in your mouth, but you love playing on Grandpa's pool table

Anything sweet and cold! A teether's best friend. Thanks mimi!!

Early Easter Egg Hunt

Noelle's First Easter Egg Hunt... She was a natural.

My good friend, Marci Eves, invite us to her family's easter egg hunt in Hurricane. It was Noelle's first time at an easter egg hunt. I wasn't sure if she would grasp the concept or if this photo opp. would end in failure. Candy, friends... you can't lose! Noelle saw the other kids racing for the eggs, she looked around and began to follow. She loved the idea of putting colorful object into a bag because the best part is that you can dump the bag out.. which she did, many times over. She had little interest in the candy within, that was my favorite part. We all had a wonderful time, and the weather was perfect. Thanks again for the invite Marce!!!

Pro Pics at 16 Months

We had these done today at fotofly... The best place ever! It is the best way to capture professional pictures of your little ones. We had a fun time. Noelle put on a show as she always does. I would also like to thank Lolavie for donating the hair accessories to this photo-shoot. 

Zion with the Marz Family

On April 22, 201l, Noelle and I tagged along with the Marz family to Zion for some hiking. The weather was perfect and the scenery was even better. Noelle was once again the center of attention among her auntie-cousins. We all had a wonderful time.

Riding the shuttle bus to the top

Noelle is really starting to fill out her back pack... It might be time for an upgrade.

Kevin and Aubry...pdf

Hiking is hard work

The Marz Family... Brad and Wendy.. Where are you???

Month 15

Noelle,
You are growing up so fast, as usual. I have to buy new pajamas weekly. You have as much personality as you have always had. We are now settled into our home in St. George and you are loving it. Not only do you constantly want to be on the "jump jump", but you have the undying attention of the senior citizens everywhere we go... especially Cafe Rio and the Rec Center pool. They are a sucker for your insatiable "Hi!" and cheesy grin. We are still waiting for you to go through the "Stranger Danger" phase, but nay you are more likely to stay in their arms than you are to stay in mine.
You still only have two teeth, although I claim anytime you are grumpy that you are teething. You must be working on some amazing pearly whites.  Micky Mouse Clubhouse is the show of choice and you can now spot Micky where ever we go. You love to read books and draw. We just bought you crayons... which you ate., so maybe we will try those a little later. You can point to all the correct facial features when asked. You especially like Nose and Eyebrows, so your dad and I are constantly having little Noelle fingers in are eyes and up our noses. You still love hiding places and dogs. You are currently perfecting your animal noises, arf!! moo!! rawrr!! quack!! Once a week we walk down the street to see the horses and cows. Sometimes we are lucky and get to see the horse trainer out with the horses. He always lets us pet them. You are still making friends in our new neighborhood, but you love to see little Oliver at church. I love when you help me with laundry and dishes. It's nice to have my little friend by my side. Dad and I love your voluntary hugs and kisses, and especially when you give little loving caresses to faces.  I can't wait to see what next month brings.

These are a Few of your Favorite Things

Playing near the river

Wearing Mommy's shoes

Petting the animals

Brushing your teeth... you remind us daily

 Dancing!!!

Hiding in your fort.