Snow Fun

Friday was the first day we got Finley all bundled up in her new snow gear and took her out to play. She looked like the kid on Christmas Story who could hardly move. It was amusing to watch her walk, waist deep, in the snow. She loved it and would have stayed out all day if we let her. Brian and her made little trails through the snow and even Oly joined in the fun. We got at least 8 inches of snow at our house. You got to love Utah Snow! 

Going Private

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All Dolled Up

Tuesday was Brian's youngest sister's (Micall) wedding. What started out to be a blizzard and freezing cold morning turned out to be a wonderful day. Not too mention that Mic's dress was 100% silk and therefore could not touch the wet ground. Her sister Tehmi did a great job of hiding behind the dress in every picture to hold it just off the ground. After the temple ceremony it was off to the luncheon and then reception. It was a non-stop day. My mother-in-law did a great job of not missing one little detail at the reception. The place looked amazing with all the flowers and pictures. It's crazy how 6 months of planning and hard work end in just one day. I didn't have my camera at the temple so I don't have any pictures of the bride and groom. However, the little girls were to die for in the matching dresses and shoes. They were so cute walking around and danced to the music. It was so nice to see friends that we haven't seen in a while. 

Finley loved her dress and tiwrled in circles all night.

Two of the cutest little girls. Finley and cousin Stella.

This is a picture of Finley and I with a great family friend Jake. He is the truest cowboy you will ever meet and a great big teddy bear to the kids and women. Jake is who my in-laws go on pack trips every year in Wyoming. I thought he kind of looked liked Santa with is awesome beard. 

Our Cute House

Well the house is coming along quite well and ahead of schedule. Here are some pictures to update you with. I can't wait to get in and decorate. Don't worry the walls aren't painted yet and there is lots of cleaning to do but this is roughly how things are. I love how the house is situated on the lot. It allows such great light in all the windows so the house seems open and cozy. 

Living Room

Kitchen

Laundry Room

Kitchen Pantry

Kitchen Pantry closed (shows what doors are like)

Dining

Master Shower

Master Tub

It's Healthy Right?

I've always been told that popcorn is a semi-healthy snack. Well does a bucket of it count the same? Finley loves popcorn and I was actually shocked that she prefers the cheese flavor over the carmel, but the carmel over the plain. I'm so glad to see her finally eat things lately. Oh and we can't forget her little Tinker Bell cup that she thinks is so 'cute.'

Family Pictures

Finley being tossed by Brian.

Here are a few family pictures. Oh it was hard to get Finley to smile or look at the camera. We had a some good ones though. 

Here is one of my family, Steve (dad), Brian, Spencer (brother), Finley & I, and LeAnn (mom).

Ward Christmas Party

On Friday night we had our ward Christmas party. I am on the activity committee and so I had to help set up and stay through the party. My job was great because I was in charge of making a Christmas playlist on my IPod. The party was nice and the dinner was yummy. As part of the entertainment the Midway Swiss Bell Ringers were there and so was Old St. Nick. Finley wasn't sure what to think of old St. Nick, but loved the candy canes he gave her.

Finley has moved from wanting to be a cheerleader to wanting to be a Swiss Bell Ringer. Here is some cute video of her dancing and waving her pretend bells.

This video is again of her bell ringing and so excited for what is going on.

Hair Milestone

It may seem like such a small thing but today we reached a new milestone with Finley'shair. It's now long enough to pull back into pigtails. Oh its so cute, but believe me it is not easy to get done and if she doesn't take one out after five minutes I'm lucky. But what can I say it's too darn cute!