Keep on dancin'

Soren's potty time

We've been prepping Soren with "Elmo's Potty Time" and "Once Upon A Potty" videos, but we didn't want to start training until we returned from vacation. So, tonight Jared took Soren to Ikea to pick out a potty. He chose the red one and carried it on his lap the entire way home. As soon as he got out of the car he put it down and sat on it. When he entered the apartment, he ran in with it, excited to show mommy and minutes later pooped and peed in it. We were amazed!

Still Puerto Rico

The next stop was Cabo Rojo, with a scenic lighthouse and a nice, private beach.











So beautiful!












Soren LOVED playing in the sand.












What a great family picture!









We ended our awesome trip by visiting another gorgeous beach in San Juan.

More Puerto Rico

Exploring the north side of the island.













Yes, Jared climbed to the top of that rock in his flipflops.








This is La Parguera. We took a rented boat out to some of those islands and took a swim in the shade of the mangroves. It was Soren's first real swimming experience, and he loved it.









These are some of the awesome Mangroves we saw while crusing through the beautiful waters.









We tied up the boat and went swimming and discovered sea urchins, as well as fish and crabs.

Back from Puerto Rico

The first place we visited was Old San Juan. Where we saw an incredible fort and cemetary.









The fort was from around the 1500s.












I love the angel statues.









Really beautiful.









We came out to witness a cool cultural event. Tons of kite flying.

Extra Extra...

Recent faves

Playing under the curtain.












Peek a boo.












Riding his rocking horse.









Carrying around his new blanket.









Holiday and Soren playing with each other.

What Soren's into right now

He's into wearing our stuff (momma's hat).











Here he is wearing mom's flipflops.












Papa's shoes are just a little too big.












He likes helping papa wash dishes...









and helping him make pancakes.

Photo Shoot Jen Took of Leslie & Soren-Love It!

A Shower For Baby Aiden

Isn't he gorgeous?!!












They liked the onesies I made for them. Yay!












I love this picture I took of Jen and Aiden. Look at that smile. So precious!








The pinata was the highlight for Kristen.











The ultimate party animal.

Florida trip continued

It was so nice being able to hang out with my siblings again.












They crack me up.









Soren enjoyed hanging out with his Uncle Todd a lot...











Aunt Jen too.












We had to continue our great bowling tradition.

Florida trip, May 2008

It just wouldn't be Florida without getting up close and personal with an alligator.








Soren had fun hanging out with grandma...












and grandpa.












We saw some good fireworks at a local street fair.












Soren thought they were cool, but kept saying, "LOUD. LOUD."

A tribute to my mom

Although my mom is kind hearted, forgiving, charitable, and every other admirable trait you can think of, my favorite trait would have to be humorous. My mom is so funny! She makes everyone laugh. I've included some of the signs she has up in her house that crack me up. Happy Mother's Day momma! I love you!







Who wears the pants?









Ha. Love it!










This one is the best! Don't worry, I know you love me mom.










She had seven kids. She's been through it all.