Chris's birthday and Christmas Eve

Chris is just ever so lucky to have his birthday on a Holiday! I try to make the best of it though. This year we had our traditional fondue with the Burtons at our house! We also had the kids re enact Christ's birth, Owen was excited to play Joseph and Olivia an angel.





Happy Birthday my sweet Chris!!!

Our Downtown little trip!

This year we decided to make seeing the Temple lights a little vacation! This is definitely going to be one of our new traditions. We started the night with McDonald's for dinner and then off to see the lights, it was so nice to not feel in a rush and just take it all in! I did however have to hand feed my kids treats to keep them from whining too much when seeing the lights (see picture below). We then went swimming and stayed up late to watch Despicable me. We ended it with a some more swimming and a breakfast buffet in the morning!

Owen and Liv meeting Santa at the clubhouse!

Conger Christmas party.

Every year my aunt from Arizona comes into town and puts together our Conger Christmas party! We always have such a great time, and I'm so glad I get to see all of my family!

Thanksgiving in UT 2010

My sister in law Kate made this video, and I can't get enough of it. Good thing I wasn't there I think I would've freaked out seeing Owen doing front flips off the diving board.

Owen's 6th birthday!

This year was just a family birthday party at incredible pizza! We had so much fun! Owen's favorite parts of the day were; being able to celebrate with his friends at school, having Dad home all day, four wheeling in the snow, mini golf and games, getting two remote control cars, and being in charge of what he wanted to do for that entire day!

Six years ago today...

(picture taken by Azure B and edited by me)

My sweet little Owen was born! He was due on the 14th and when I went in for my routine check up on the 1st my doctor said we were ready to go! So Chris and I went home to pack our things for the hospital. I was induced at 2:30 and had him around 8:15. Our lives were changed forever. I immediately fell in love with Owen he really was the cutest little newborn ever. He continues to bless our lives and feels it with never ending fun and joy! Happy birthday Owen we love you to the moon and back!

Things that are happening in Owens life right now;
A big kindergartner and loving it!
Getting ready to start basketball for the first time.
Loves writing in notebooks and drawing pictures.
Playing football with Dad while watching it on TV.
Takes showers by himself.
Loves playing with his friends every second he gets.
Currently has $85 dollars in his wallet!

Owen and Chris had the cutest conversation the other night. Owen was wondering when he was going to be a Dad. Chris replied when you find someone you love and get married and then you will have children together. Owen was a little worried that he had to pick just one girl. He told Chris that he had lots of girlfriends and loved them all and couldn't just pick one. I guess he really does have a big heart, but lets keep it for just one lady, Owen!

Owens note to his teacher.

Oh he is so sweet, I was even lucky to get a similar note last night. I love that my sweet boy has a tender side!

Old Fashioned Fruit Crumble

This was just so yummy I had to share!

2 1/2 cups frozen berries (Marion berry mix from Costco)

1 tablespoon sugar

3 tablespoons of whole wheat flour, divided

1 tablespoon orange juice

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/4 cup pecans

3 tablespoons brown sugar

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoon canola oil



Preheat oven to 400*F.

Combine fruit with sugar, 1 tablespoon flour and orange juice. Divide among four 6 ounce ovenproof ramekins. Combine oats, nuts, brown sugar, the remaining 2 tablespoons flour, cinnamon. Drizzle with oil and stir to combine. Sprinkle over the fruit mixture. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet.

Bake until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Let stand for at least 10 minutes before serving.



I also added a little organic blueberry flax granola from Harmon's before baking.



This recipe was tweaked a little bit, but for the original recipe go here.

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My cute little Race car driver and Dorothy..

Also another little BOY will be added to our family in April. We are all so excited. I can't wait to see what he looks like and to have another little buddy to snuggle with!

Owens artwork

Me and Chris had a good laugh looking at this picture. When I asked owen what it was he replied, "They are kids kicking soccer balls."

Owens Halloween parade.

This year Owen was very indecisive about what he wanted to be. After two trips to the costume store and coming out each time with tears I decided I would look on my own. So I brought home this race car driver outfit and he loved it, problem solved! He looked so cute walking with his class to showoff all their costumes!

Family Pictures

Done by the beautiful Brienne Poole, go here to see her work! Oh I love these so much. My kids were actually cooperative and loved little Ms. Brienne. I do have to say I like being on the other end of this much better. My whole day I was stressed about making sure my kids got rest so they wouldn't lose it by the end of the night. And making sure we were all ready to go and be out the door on time. So this helped give me a little compassion on my clients, you have it much harder than me. Anyways enjoy just a few of my favorites!

Olivia's first day of Preschool..

To say she was even excited would be an understatement. Liv couldn't wait to get out of my car and go to school. I was lucky to even get these pictures because she was hurrying so fast to get inside. I think I was just as excited as her, because for me I had a whole two and a half hours to myself. I hate to see my kids grow up, but man it is kind of nice to have this freedom while they are gone!

First day of Kindergarten..

The day has finely come! Owen has been on the countdown now for weeks. Yesterday his nerves were a little strong and the poor guy hardly ate a thing. But this morning he was up and ready and couldn't wait to go. I gave in and let him pick his outfit, does he look sporty or what? First day was a success! I asked him if he had fun or was it a little boring, he replied kind of both.