Can It Get Any Better?

Iron Man is in the house. Jimmie and I found a few costumes for Koa before Christmas at a store that was going out of business needless to say Koa makes me put Iron Man on about 50 times a day. Although some days I get a little annoyed, I just remind myself how cute it is that he loves to dress up , someday I will be missing putting his costumes on him.

We have to soak in as much time as possible before July comes. I can't believe we are leaving so soon.

Jimmie and I discovered a new Sunday event on the roof of our parking garage. Since we don't have a yard or much of any open space for that matter, you have to get creative. Now we can use our long boards, Koa's bike and scooter and not worry about getting hit by all the crazy drivers of South Florida.

Genie Girl is back... for only 4 months, but we will take what we can get. We got to party at our house for two weeks while she was waiting for her apartment to open up. This picture shows how big I look next to skinny mini Genie. Only 4 weeks left until I get induced!!! Two AVERETT boys!! Welcome Home Genie.

3 mile fun Run... Most of us are pregnant, but hey it still turned out great. I loved having all the families out there running, roller skating (GO SHARON) , pushing strollers on the Aventura loop. After the run we met at the park for a family picnic. These are the little things I am going to miss the most...our wonderful FRIENDS. I have spent many hours on this piece of pavement and will honestly miss it when we move.

Circus Fun!

Our Disney World adventures were some that we will never forget. It was such a perfect way to spend Christmas with our family and not have to fly across the country. Thanks Kathy and Al for making it possible for us to go as a family. We loved every second of it!!

Only 8 Days Until Christmas and Disney World!!!!!!!

I can't wait until Christmas. This year we are staying here in Florida. Christmas night we are driving up to Orlando where we will meet Jimmie's whole family to PARTY at Disney World. We have been counting down the days for like two months. It is going to be so much fun to see them and spend a week playing. MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!

Happy Thanksgiving.

I just love this picture of Koa. Every time I see it I laugh.
Andersen's white elephant Christmas party. I thought the camera was set up to take a picture of the whole group... when I got home this is all I had. So if anyone who was there has a full group picture I would love it. There is such an amazing group of people here. I love spending time with them. I can't believe this is our last Christmas here.

Be careful spiderman will shot his web at you.

Koa got to touch snow for the first time, I don't know if it officially counts since he is in Florida, wearing shorts, with flip flops, in December... I think this the the closet he will get to snow for a year. I was in shock that he sat still while he got his face painted. Koa had to keep looking at himself in the mirror to make sure his mask looked perfect.

We took Koa on a carriage ride around Gulf Stream, he was loving it, and had to pull him off.

Thanks to Jimmie's professor Dr. Southerland we had the chance to sail the Atlantic ! He took us out to sightsee part of the Keys. We explored and learned lots of history of the Atlantic Ocean and it's landmarks.

Happy Thanksgiving!!! This year was interesting to say the least. It was not our traditional big feast, but we did have fun. We started the day off with Jimmie playing football, then seeing Tangled, and ended it at Golden Corral, yes I did say Golden Corral. If I can give you any advice, never, never go there for Thanksgiving, it was awful, crowded, and full of nasty food. Next year will be much better... but I did have a wonderful day with my two boys. Even with the bad food, we still had fun and have so much to be thankful for. I know we are truly blessed.

Mr. Incredible can't wait for Santa to come visit him. He is trying his best to be a good boy!

Hard to Say Goodbye!!!

Grandma Cox... what a wonderful women. A lady who everyone looked up to admired and wanted to be just like her. She had such a welcoming, kind heart and you knew right away that she loved you.

In October we all lost a major part of our life. Our dear Grandma went to live with HeavenlyFather. Even just writing this brings tears to my eyes. Although she was Jimmie's Grandma, she was more than any Grandma I ever knew. In fact she is my Grandma although I only knew her for eight years, I feel like she taught me through example more than I could ever ask her. Its funny, everyone feels the same way. The major thing that sticks out in my mind is the way she loved her husband. They are the cutest couple I have ever seen, always hand in hand, serving each other and laughing together. I want Jimmie and I to follow in their footsteps. Thanks Grandma for showing us what true love is.

How thankful I am that Koa got to know her.

So I don't know why it has taken me this long to get Halloween pictures up since it is almost Thanksgiving, but better late than never right? We went with the Toy Story theme this year for Halloween and had a great time. Koa was super happy that his Mom and Dad dressed up with him. Jimmie was such a good sport. Don't look to close at the costumes then you will see my true sewing skills.

After we went to St. George for the funeral we spent a few days in Vegas visiting my sister and her cute kids.

I also got to see my girls Lindsey Nelson and Genie Swensen. It was great to spend time with them. Thanks Linds for letting Koa and I stay in your sweet house, I am way jealous!!!!

Of course we had to participate in the annual Smith Family pumpkin carving contest. Which my brother usually rigs but this year, Koa's pumpkin won. Actually he got second, my Mom won, but since it was her party she was nice enough to let Koa have the winning title.

Oh P.S. JIMMIE , KOA AND I ARE GOING TO HAVE AN ADDITION TO OUR FAMILY...ANOTHER LITTLE BOY!!!!!

We can't wait, Koa is more than happy to have a brother!

Two year old pictures

I was sad that I didn't think to have my friend Tenille do Koa's 2 year old pictures while I was in Utah. She does them outside and such a great job, but these still turned out pretty cute.

I just love this kid. He makes us happier than we could ever imagine. He does give us a run for our money but its all worth it. Love you Koa Man!

Where Did My Baby Go?

After... it is always a little tricky to get Koa to sit still.

Before...

the long hair was cute, but its just to hot and humid in Florida for long hair. Koa has unfortunately inherited Jimmie and my sweating problem so his hair was always a sweaty mess.

How could you not love this place? I still can't believe we live here. I feel so lucky. I know this will be the first thing I miss. Being able to drive a half a mile to the beach is amazing.

Amber, Buzz sleeps, eats and hangs out with Koa all day long. Thanks again for Buzz.

We went to this free petting zoo/park with some of the girls here. Jimmie decided it had been to long since he has climbed a tree. Can you see that little blue dot, ya that is my 5 year old husband. After he got down he had to explain to the kids they were to little to climb the tree. He always keeps life fun. I am glad he is my husband forever.