Dance Recital....

We couldn't video at the recital, but I got a quick video at one of the practice rounds. (make sure to turn off the blog music)

Last night we had a great time at Alex's Dance Recital. Grandpa Kent sent a flower and balloons to her and she still can't stop talking about how special it is. The theme of the recital was Decades of Dance, they had so many cute 50's, 60's dances with awesome costumes. Alex's ballet dance was Doggy in the window. We are so proud of her for getting up there and not being scared. I was so nervous for her, but she got right up there in front of a ton of people and did her thing! Me and Cam got a little teary eyed at watching how grown up she has become. After putting on all her makeup, Alex came out of the bathroom and her dad saw her and said, "WOW, take that off!!" He didn't like how grown up she looked. We couldn't pick Alex back up until after intermission so we watched about 15 other dances and Jake was mesmerized at the colorful costumes and dances. He was also so proud of Alex, and when he saw her afterwards he said, "Alex, you dance, good job!" We asked Alex to pick her favorite place to eat afterwards, and after trying to explain to her that her favorite place was a small town place in Idaho and that it would take 13 hours to get there, she settled for her second favorite Red Robin. It was a fun family night and Alex can't wait to dance again next year.

Catch up...........

I know, I know, I have been slacking on my blog lately. Our life seems to be in the fast lane these days. So, here goes some catch up on what has been going on here in AZ. We have been swimming at friends pools to keep us cool in this heat, Alex started swimming lessons last week and is doing great, and Jake is keeping us entertained with his Kung Fu moves! We took the kids a couple of weeks ago to Kung Fu Panda, which I have to say me and Cam probably liked it more than the kids. We are HUGE Jack Black fans! Go see it if you haven't already.

While Cam was at scout camp, me and the kids packed up and headed to St. George to meet my mom and dad, Cris and Niki. The kids loved to just hangout with cousin Cole and be in the pool all day. Man oh man, a pool can make a world of difference in the heat! With visits from uncle "Mac", some Aunts and Uncles, cousins, and Grandpa and Grandma Great we had a great time! Cole wasn't a huge fan of his new Bumbo, but Jake got real good use out of it, we couldn't get the kid out! It was really nice to get away from our everyday duties and just relax and I even got to read a little bit.
Yesterday was Alex's dance recital rehearsal. Cameron had a Court of Honor and since Alex's friend Bay is going to miss the recital we took her along and had a great time. The two silly girls got a real kick out of showing me their french fries at dinner.

Well that is some of the exciting things we have been up to the last couple of weeks. We can't wait to get to Idaho for the fourth and enjoy the fun reunion and traditions of the Harman clan. We are also getting SO excited for our cruise coming up and the kids can't stop talking about getting to go to Grandma Jane and Grandpa Steve's house.

"Silly Daddy"

Jake loves to tell daddy he is "Swilly." Happy late Fathers Day! Shout out to the best husband in the world and to the bestest dad in the world and the greatest Father in law in the world! I'm so grateful for the great guys in mine and my kids lives. Cam works so hard to provide for our family and comes home to two crazy kids and wife that love on him to death! I couldn't ask for a better half! My dad has been and always will be my hero. He has always been one of my best friends and will continue to be the greatest dad in the world. My father in law Steve is got to be one of the funniest guys ever and we all love him for that. Too the manly men in my life HAPPY FATHERS DAY!! Sure love ya!

Big Boy....

We finally got Jake in his own "Big Boy Bed." We were a little worried on how he would do in a big bed and if he would realize he could get off and wander around the house. He has been doing great! He fell off twice, but seems to be getting used to it. A couple of days ago at naptime, I heard a noise upstairs and went up into our loft where all the toys are, Jake was there playing with the Little People farm and I said, "Jake, what are you doing?" He looked at me and said, "a sheep mom, I playing with da sheep and cow." Since then he hasn't climbed down but does wake up Alex if she isn't up yet which is kindof a pain cause us girlies don't do well with that. Now if we can just get him potty trained :).

SUMMER...

I have been a slacker on the blogging lately, it seems summer is always a bit busier with all the activites we have going on. We aren't huge fans of Arizona summers, but we try to make the best of it. Instead of getting a pool in the back yard this summer, thanks to the crappy housing market, we bought this beauty from Wal-Mart and the kids LOVE it! The wind picked up and Jake got a little cold and his lips were blue by the time he got out, but he didn't seem to mind much. The kids ask to get in the playpool as soon as they wake up in the morning. Cam's parents and sister and fam came to visit over Memorial Day and we had a croquet tournament, (which I will gloat and say I won), barbeque, bubble blowing with Grandpa, swinging, and eating WAY too much good food. It was a great weekend and can't wait to see Curt and Marissa more often. Our summer is going to be filled with lots of fun! First we head to St. George next week to visit my parents and sistas while Cam is gone to Scout Camp, then we get back for a couple weeks with visits from Tara and the kids, and then head to Idaho for the big Harman Fam Reunion and Fourth of July, then to my cousin Natalie's wedding, then head home for another couple of weeks and Cam and I are headed on our first cruise ever to Mexico without the kiddos! Yeah! It might get crazy this summer, but we are ready and willing to help pass the time until it starts cooling off again in the fall. Thank goodness for $20 plastic playpools!!

Preschool Graduation....

Alex graduated from preschool yesterday! Wow, we thought this day would never come :)! Her teacher, Miss Candace is truly the best and Alex really loves her. She keeps saying she is so sad that she won't see her anymore, and I have to keep telling her she is in our ward and we will still see her on Sundays. It was a fun time last night the kids sang their usual songs they sing at preschool, the days of the week, month and ABC's, it was very cute. We watched a video her teacher made of the things they did all year and even got to take a copy home. They walked down the stairs in their cap and gowns (daddy's white church shirt) while the parents hummed the graduation song and recieved their diploma. We ended the night with brownies and icecream, Alex's favorite! Daddy and Mommy are so very proud of Alex for this accomplishment in her life ;)

Graduation!

My littlest sis graduated highschool this week and I just wanted to give her a shout out of CONGRATS and show off some of her gorgeous senior pics! Cris is the best and I wish her the greatest in what life brings her next!!! It's pretty crazy that my parents are pretty much empty nesters, I'm hoping that it will bring them to AZ more often :)!

Mom...

I love my mommy because.............she is the best at EVERYTHING! I can call her whenever I want and she will listen. She loves chocolate and is not afraid to eat it! She is very strong spiritually and that makes me want to be better. She loves my silly ol' dad. She's great at interior design and has helped paint almost every room in my house! She loves to have parties. She sews just about everything, including taking in shirts, skirts you name it. She wears her fuzzy blue robe and isn't embarrased ;). She's a great gardener/landscaper. She's the greatest grandma and she takes all of Cam's silly crap and still loves him! I could go on and on about my mom, you are the bestest mom!

What did I do!!!

My little man got a haircut!! Me and Cam have gone back and forth on whether we should cut Jake's locks off. After it getting hotter this last week it was time. Talk about a different kid! He looks so old!! I'm a little sad, but with how often I have to cut his hair I'm relieved it will be a while before his next one. He loved getting it done he said, "Again mommy!" He keeps reaching up to touch it, it's pretty funny! He has the dreaded Roth cowlick and it was tough to decide how to comb it. I have now come to terms with him not being my baby anymore. :(

LOVE...

I had a Super Mothers Day!! My cute kiddos and awesome husband made me some yummy cinnamon rolls and milk before church. Cam really stepped up and made the day really special by being Mr. Mom. He did ALL the dishes, cleaning, cooking, getting kids ready and down for naps and bed. Lets just say he was exhausted when he finally laid down last night!

Me and Jake had a great time playing with trains while Cameron was running around trying to get dinner ready!

Alex made me this beautiful picture frame at pre-school. I LOVE being a mom and wouldn't trade it for the world. I have the best kids and husband! I couldn't have asked for a more perfect day!