Thanks Drew and Annie for giving us a tour of the bus shop. Everyone had a great time. Koen can't wait until he can go again.

I love all my cute bunnies!

First Taste of Spring

I love that Spring is here. It felt so good to get outside.

A Few Fun Pictures of Kelcey & Koen at Nonni's.

Here are a few fun pictures of Kelcey and Koen hanging out at Nonni's house. Kelcey has the fluffiest hair. Everyone asks what I do to get it too stand straight up. The answer is nothing. It stands up strait naturally.

Today Koen Had His Tonsils Out

Today Koen had to get his tonsils out. It was a really hard day for all of us. We took him to the Surgical Center and he was so excited. We went back in the room where the nurses and doctors talk to you about what is going to happen for the day. Koen was really excited to ride in the wagon, until he found out that nobody was able to go with him. He was such a trooper. The doctor said that he didn't cry but was a little nervous when they got back in the room where they give him the anesthesia. The surgery went great. After the surgery was over he was very groggy and tearful. About three hours later we were able to take him home. He has been doing great at home. He has had an appetite and is drinking a ton of fluids. He even wanted to have pizza. We made sure we cut it up very small. You know when the pain medication has worn off because he gets a little grumpy. He was such a little trooper today.

Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!

Here are some fun pictures taken last week after the big snow storm. I hope you enjoy!

Reese's Baptism Day

I am the proud God Mother to Reese. I am also her aunt. She is so darling. Her actual baptism day was yesterday. I thought I would post a cute picture of her so you can see just how beautiful she is. She says and does the funniest stuff. Happy baptism day. We love you.

Aren't You Ladies Jealous

I know that all of you ladies are going to be so jealous. The taxidermist called and said that KC's deer head was done and boy was I excited. KC gets one room in our whole house for his beautiful taxidermy. He is so excited to hang it on the wall. I am a bit depressed about it. He keeps trying to sneak his wildlife into my other rooms but it just doesn't go with my decor. I will let him decorate our garage.

My brother lives in Jackson Hole, WY and he gave my dad some elk antlers. Now that I know I can give taxidermy for a gift, I will always have something great on hand.

Hair Cuts From Hell

Koen hates hair cuts. You would think that we have done it enough we wouldn't have tears, chasing around the house and trying to keep him from jumping out of the tub. It is kind of like giving a dog a bath. However, I tempted him with candy hearts while my mom did the hair cutting. After it was all over he was fine. He looks totally darling with hair cut short. I should just let his hair grow into dreads. It would sure be a lot easier.

The Top Ten Things I'm Thankful For!

I love my life. It totally rocks. I couldn't even think of something in it that sucks. I just want to take a minute and tell you about some of the things I am greatful for:

1. My two darling kids (Koen and Kelcey). Life wouldn't be the same without their smiles, kisses, and cuddles.

2. The love of my life, KC. I still think he is such a "hottie." He knows what to do when I am sad, mad, happy and even when I am hungry. :) I can talk to him about everything. We have so much fun together all the time.

3. Family - We couldn't do it without them. They mean the world to us. Especially my mom. I don't tell her thank you enough. She is awesome and I love her.

4. Friends - Our friends are the best. They will help us anytime we need them. They are so funny. We love going to dinner, gambling money we don't have in Wendover, borrowing their trailer, helping me when I have a flat tire, and drinking the best margaritas ever.

5. Health - I love to run and workout. I am so blessed for my good health as well as my families great health. Hopefully, I will be as lucky as my Nonna and watch my children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren grow up.

6. Jobs - During these economic times I am so thankful to have our jobs. I hear stories of people who are losing their jobs. Both KC and I love our jobs and would hate to ever lose them.

7. Change - Change is always good and great things come from change. If everything stayed the same, oh how different our lives would be.

8. My dog Cooper. KC has trained the best dog. She is so sweet and cute. We love her. (No, she is not an inside dog.)

9. Faith - I am Catholic and go to church at St. Florence. I haven't been in awhile but I am going to start going regularly. I want Koen & Kelcey to have a spiritual direction.

10. Clothes - This is so vain, but I love shopping for clothes. I love the way you feel in a brand new outfit.

Super Bowl

I just want to say that KC and I are not football fans. However, if you had been to our house tonight you would have thought we loved the Arizona Cardinals. We wanted them to win so bad tonight and boy were they close. I thought for a second that they were going to pull it off. I kept having to pause the game when I had to bath the kids and and put them down for bed. I sure wish the Cardinals could have pulled it off.

Picture Day

I decided that today was going to be picture day. I took Kelcey and Koen to Kiddie Kandids. I was on top of it and even made an appointment for 12:00 pm. I got there on time but my luck, they didn't even open up until 12:30 pm. Trying to keep a 3 year old in a stroller for more than 5 minutes is hard enough. My mom took Koen down to play on the germ infested toys that are in the mall. Finally, the manager decided to arrive and the pictures began. We started with Koen and got some cute shots. Then it was Kelcey's turn and she did fine. Tried to get my kids together and that was not going to work. I even tried to bribe Koen with a ride on the rocket but he was done for the day.

Next we were going to pick out the pictures. When we sit down and start going through them, the photographer deleted Koen's picture. He then had to go back and get his picture taken again. He was very good and this time got a ride on the rocket. We got some cute pictures. The process of getting pictures taken is so stressful but, worth it in the end.

Kelcey What a Beautiful Baby

I would just like to say that I have the most beautiful daughter named Kelcey in the whole entire world. She is 5 months old and is a little chunk. She is in the 95th percentile for her weight and in the 50th percentile for her height. Let's just say she is short and fat (ha ha ha). She has blue eyes and fuzzy blonde hair. She has a little bald spot in the back where she has rubbed her hair off. She is the best baby in the whole entire world. She only cries when she is hungry. Just feed her every 3 hours and you are set. She is absolutely darling. She is the best natured baby. I am crazy about her. She loves her luvy named Midge and her jumperoo. She is beginning to interact with Koen. He makes her laugh and smile all the time. He is the best big brother. I love you Kelcey.

Scared of the Dark

A couple of weeks ago Koen started becoming scared of the dark. KC and I were forced to leave his door open and the hall light on. Every night he would scamper into our room with everything but the kitchen sink, throw it in our bed, and climb in between us. It would then take him about 2 hours to settle in and actually fall asleep. He also sleeps like a freaking ninja. All of a sudden I get a karate chop to the nose. Doesn't feel so great. He tells us our bed is "totally comfy." KC and I have given in and on occasion we let him fall asleep in our bed, from the get go. They are only little once and we better enjoy it while we can. I wouldn't have thought I would ever have let this happen.

Happy Birthday Koen Day

Tomorrow is such a wonderful day for our family. Three years ago KC and I were blessed with the birth of our beautiful son Koen. He has brought such joy and excitement into our life. He was born at 11:30 pm on January 19, 2006 at McKay Dee Hospital. I was in labor with Koen for almost 24 hours. I thought he was never going to come. Biz Nonna, Nonni, Pops, Grandma Bus, Grandpa Sei, Grandpa David, and Grandma Judy were all waiting for him to arrive. It finally happened and boy were we all excited. After he came I didn't want him to ever leave my sight. The only time he left the room was when the nurse had to take him. KC was so proud of him. I have never seen KC look so happy. Koen was such a wonderful baby. He was so happy.

This year for his birthday party we decided to have it at Classic Skating Fun Center. He loves the bounce houses. The party did have a construction theme. We invited Kyson, Wrace, Blakely, Reese, Austen, Darium, Ryken, Ashton, McKenna, Jax, Jack, Parker, & Camden. All the kids had such a wonderful time. Koen tried skating for the first time and I am a little scared that he is going to have coordination like his dad.

Koen I want you to know how much we love you and thanks for everything you have brought into our lives.

Koen's 1st Dentist Appointment

Today was Koen's 1st dentist appointment and I thought it was going to be a total nightmare. However, I was pleasantly surprised when he let the dentist count how many teeth he had. The dentist did have to entice him with a stretchy lizard, but whatever works. We may have problems later on because Koen is a huge thumb sucker, but I am not going to worry about it right now.

Koen's Date with Mom and Dad

Yesterday KC and I decided to take Koen on a date. It was so much fun. We rode down to Salt Lake on the Frontrunner, took Trax to the Gateway, let him make a bear at Build-A-Bear, and then we went to lunch at McDonalds. If you haven't been to Build-A-Bear, it is an experience. I didn't realize how popular it was. I thought I would just walk in and build the bear. I didn't know that I would be waiting in line for almost 45 minutes surrounded by a bunch of wild children. I love my own kids and my families kids, but I am not a huge fan of other peoples children. Koen was in heaven running around and checking out all the different "sections." After he built his bear, he got to give it a bath. I think bathing Sam was his favorite part. He washed and brushed him really good. After finally dressing him we decided to pay and go. After that we met Britney, Davey, Max and Ava for lunch at the food court. It was so much fun to get together and have lunch. When you have kids conversation is pretty limited but it was fun to see them. After we ate lunch we rode Trax and the Frontrunner home. Koen slept the whole way. It was a great date. Thanks for the memories.

If She Sets It Up, I Will Do It!

Well I have finally been forced to blog. I told my cousin/sister Britney (this is picture of Brit & Kelcey), that I didn't have time to set up a blog. She said that she would set it up for me, but I had to keep it updated. So, here I go.

My name is Kiley and my husband's name is K.C. We have been married for almost 6 years. We dated 6 years before we got married. We have a son named Koen who will be turning three this month and we have a four month old daughter named Kelcey. Yes, our families names all start with a letter K. After Koen it wouldn't have sounded right if we didn't name our daughter a name that started with a K. Now that I have two kids our family is complete.

I have a full-time job as a Human Resource Officer and I am a full-time Mom. My life is crazy. I thought my life was busy before I had kids, but I don't think I really knew what BUSY was. After having kids I find myself saying, "What did I do before I had kids!" I love being a Mom and there is not another job that is as satisfying.

Since today is January 1, 2009 I have decided to set my New Year's Resolutions. I am going to give up sweets for one year, participate in a triatholon, prepare 72-hour kits for my family, and keep my blog up-to-date. I feel that if I write them down for everyone to see, then it will be harder to break them later on. I will keep you posted on how it goes.

Talk to you soon.