The little things

Well I have been putting off allowing Tandi to eat with a spoon. I just hate the mess and I just didn't want to attempt it. But Heath was in charge of feeding her and she was in her high chair for a long time without whining or screaming. When I finally noticed what was happening she was feeding herself with a spoon and doing a pretty good job. I realized then that I need to let her feed herself more often. And of course it's ok if she makes a mess once in awhile. A few days ago I was jogging through our neighborhood and past some neighborhood friends who were having a yard sale. I stopped by to see what they had and spotted this old lawn mower. I new that Parker would love it. So I brought Parker back with me and few bucks in his pant pockets. He was so excited to buy it and he pushed all the way home. He even played with it almost the whole day. It's so funny how some old toy could make a little boys day. Now he can help daddy mow the lawn!

Lil Gangsta!

Parker is so funny. The last couple of days he has been wearing this hat. I don't know why but he just loves it. I think he looks pretty cute in it though. I just love this kid!

There she goes!

We are so excited! Tandi just started walking on her own about three days ago. And now she is everywhere. I need to record her and put that on so you can see how cute she is when she walks. She loves it!

Happy Birthday Leslie!

Today is my older sisters birthday. Her sweet husband Cory set up appointments for us to get pedicures. What a great guy! We had a fun time getting pampered. And as for my sister Leslie I am so glad that she is my sis. It seems like the older we get the closer we are. I hope we will always remain this close. I love you lots sis! Thanks for always being there for me.

Leslie's pretty feet.

Leslie soaking her feet.

Parker & Tandi

Tandi

Parker

Get me out of here!

Let me explain this picture. I got my disc yesterday and was looking through pictures. There were so many funny pictures. Between Parker's cheesy smile and Tandi looking like she was going through pure torture, I was having a good chuckle. So this was one of the funniest! Aren't kids the greatest?

Some new pictures

My friend Adrianne took some pictures of my kids last week. I have to say she did a great job! Especially with Tandi who would not sit still for even a second. She managed to sneak in some good shots! She has taken a lot of pictures for me. Even the big picture above was taken by her. Here is her web sight : http://www.capturedbyadrianne.blogspot.com/ Check them out!

Easter Sunday

Brother and SisterThese pics were taken a week ago at Zach's homecoming.My Dad with Tandi.All the Merrill grandkids.

Too many Easter egg hunts!

In the last week we have been to four Easter egg hunts. The first started at Heath's grandparent's Nanny and Bomps house. Now this was an interesting one because it was out in their shed. There was snow on the ground so they decided to do it in there.

Easter Egg hunt #1

It doesn't look like an Easter Egg hunt does it. And Parker wasn't real interested in the eggs he just wanted to get on the Lawn mower.
At the end of the Easter Egg hunt Heath's Uncle Michael Asked Abby his now fiance' to marry him. The ring was inside a golden egg. Isn't that so Cute! What a fun day that was. Congratulations to Michael and Abby!

Easter egg hunt #2

This was at our neighborhood park

Parker and his buddy Drake!Tandi, Parker, Drake, & Graham

Easter egg hunt #3

This was at Grandma Hartley's Complex Cottonwood Cove. We had a good time being with grandma. Easter egg hunt #4

Sorry I got these in the wrong order this was actually the second Easter egg hunt. This was at grandma Patti's house. It was a scavenger hunt and at the end they got a treasure chest full of prices and eggs.

Almost Walking

Tandi is so close to walking. She could do it if she wasn't so timid. She has been walking along walls, cupboards, and furniture. Today she took about 10 steps. I still look at her and think she is too little to be walking.

Dyeing Easter Eggs

Parker and I had a great time dyeing Easter eggs. Parker was so fascinated with the changing colors of eggs. He is so fun! I'm glad that we get to spend a lot of time together.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Flash back in time

Yesterday was our anniversary. We have been married 6 years. And I can honestly say we have had an awesome marriage. I am so grateful that Heath asked me to marry him. I know that the Lord had a hand in bringing us together. We have truly been blessed in every aspect of our lives. And the greatest gifts we've received is our two beautiful children! 6 years down and forever to go! I love you Heath! Our wedding day! I know it's cheesy!

This is when we were dating.

This is how Heath asked me to Marry him. It was out in his grandpa's shed on Christmas Eve.