Livin the life take 2

We tried and tried to keep the boys awake until we got back to the hotel. If they fall asleep for even 5 min they wont go back to sleep. Luckily my loud singing and rolling down the windows worked. We went back to our hotel after the zoo and all took a nap! When we woke up we went to eat at my most favorite restaurant OLIVE GARDEN!! The boys were totally crazy, and being goof balls. They were definitely the center of attention. Good thing people thought they were cute and not annoying. Riggins loved the bread sticks. After every bite he took he would proclaim, "MMMMM NUM". It was so cute. Then while waiting for our check Riggs showed us his new trick!

Putting the knife in his mouth!

So Teague has to show us he could do it too.


After dinner we walked to Temple Square. I wanted to show Teague the Salt Lake Temple where Kyle and I were sealed. There is a picture in our house and he knows that is where we were sealed, so I wanted him to see it in person. I asked him what it was when we got up close. He said, "Mom it's the temple, where we will be together forever and ever!" I love that little boy! I am so grateful that we are an eternal family and can be together forever and ever!

Then we walked around the visitor center to show him the statue of Christ. He liked it and enjoyed it for all of maybe 2 min.

Because all they really wanted to do was this. They rode up and down the escalators a million times.

He loved running around and playing on temple square.

Giving daddy big hugs. They chased each other around the circle over and over.

Played in the fountains. Riggs would have jumped in if we would have let him.

We ended up talking to some sister missionaries and Teague was telling them all sorts of stories. One of the sister missionaries was from Germany and she asked Teague if he knew what Germany was. He kinda looked puzzled and didn't say anything, just stared at his shoes. Then she asked him again, he looked up at her and said so matter of factly, "Germany is how you get a cow in Spanish." We all laughed so hard. It was so cute, and the sister said she was definitely going to write that down in her journal.

We all enjoyed a nap everyday, it was so nice! But sleeping at night was a different story. Teague got a whole Queen size bed to himself. (Which I would have taken a picture). Riggs doesn't do very well sleeping anywhere other than his bed. So the two little monkeys were a nightmare to get to sleep. I took a picture because he was playing around, and peeking over the side. But when I went to take the picture he laid down like he was supposed to be sleeping. Little Stinker! We had so much fun together as a family. Teague loved riding the Alligators (Elevators) and they both took turns pushing the buttons. I enjoyed spending time with my family and am so grateful we were able to go. My little monkey's are getting so big and I want to create as many memories with them as I can.

Livin the Life

A few weeks ago we went on a little family vacation to Utah. We loaded up after Kyle got off work Friday night. We were headed off for a fun filled weekend as a family. The boys were so excited to get away. That is until........the drive was longer than 20 min.

All smiles riding in the car.

Are we there yet?

After we checked into our hotel the first thing on the list was going SWIMMING!! Teague was so excited to go swimming. It was Riggins first time swimming.

This is a typical face Riggs pulls. The scrunched up nose look. I love his little teeth.

Come on Dad lets go....

Both boys were totally fearless! They were both dunking their heads under water,and jumping off the side. My two little guys are so adorable!

He loved getting splashed in the face!

My 3 handsome boys having way too much fun. I love Teague's face!





The next day bright and early we headed for the Hogle Zoo! We wanted to beat the crowds and the heat. Teague was so excited to see all the animals and remembered everything from the year before. Riggs enjoyed looking at all the animals. We took the stroller, but I pretty much pushed it empty the whole time. They wanted to be hands on and walk all on their own. I dressed them both in bright orange so I could find them easily, and plus I think its so cute when they match.

Standing in line for the (pretty lame) train ride. Totally worth it though because the boys loved it. Teague is always climbing things, especially gates. With little brother not far behind him!

Watching the train pull up.

Can't wait to get aboard.

Family picture before the train took off. I wish Kyle's sunglasses were off. (I did tell him)

My favorite are the giraffes! Teague went up top and got to see one up close and personal. He didn't like it too much.

Baby ZURI!!! Teague had to check on his beloved baby Zuri. We saw her last year and he has been talking about her almost everyday since. When he is wasting water, I will tell him that Zuri wont have any water to drink. So he tells me everytime I do the dishes that I'm wasting baby Zuri's water. She is quite the little firecracker! She has such a fun personality.

This thing (?) loved Riggs he would touch the glass and he just sat their staring at him. Then he would lick the glass where his fingers were. I love how you can see Riggs in the background.

Cute little stink looking at all the animals.

Teague climbing yet another fence to see the giraffes.

The mad pouty face after mom tells him to get down.

Riding the tiger, not paying attention to mom calling my name.

Having so much fun playing on the Tigers! Still ignoring mom.

Finally Teague smiled a big smile for mom.

We went to the bird show, which is so much fun. Even though birds freak me out! I am a trooper and endure it. The different birds swoop down over every ones head. They barley skim the tops as they fly past.

I distracted myself by eating Dip'n Dots!! Riggs enjoyed them as much as I did. YUM YUM

This guy was way too close for comfort. I have a terrible phobia of owls.

Got goose bumps, and teary eyed watching the bald eagle, with the American Flag in the background! I love my country.

Riding the wooden horse. I would almost have to say this was his favorite part of the zoo. Can't take the country out of the cowboy.

Brothers riding the horse.

So not in the mood to wait in line for the carousel. By the end of the day with no naps, too many people, and 90 degrees the boys had had it!

We ended the day by riding the carousel. My 3 special boys!

He never let go of his sippy all day long. Not quite sure what is going on. I just love kissing those cheeks!

One lucky mama! They make me so happy.

Big smiles from Teague riding the ant eater!




What a great view! Thank you daddy for taking us to the zoo! We love you!