"Hit Zack?" - Nick

 Nick has an incredible vocabulary for a 2 1/2 year old.  He also says some pretty funny things - and doesn't always pronounce things correctly.  For example he says "I want to fight Zack" like "I want to F Zack".  It makes the bigger kids laugh - so he does it more.

The other day all the kids were messing around with this large Mylar balloon.  Kallie grabbed it and had control of it when Nick approaches her.  Kallie tells Nick she will give it to him if he hits Andrew with it and not her.  With zero hesitation Nick turns around, walks over to Andrew and hits him - then returns to Kallie with a smile and his hand stretched out.  It was epic.

Sunrise

This place is beautiful.  It makes having to get Zack to the bus stop at 6:40am all worth it.

 

Goodbye Elder Ericksen

I can't believe it's actually time to say goodbye to Ethan!  He did the MTC at home (COVID new standard) and was set to go to the Chile mission, but was just reassigned to the Ventura, CA spanish speaking mission!  He leaves on Wednesday so we went up to say goodbye and enjoy Ethan's favorite meal and dessert.  We are going to miss him, but are so excited to watch his adventure!  He will do such great things!

  

Nick was really, Really, REALLY happy to see Chris's family again!

 

Nick's new accessories

This just needed a permanent place on our blog.

 

Senior Swim Night

Ben has loved being on the swim team.  It is hard work, long practices, long meets, and lots of time - but he has really grown.  The other night he had senior night where they recognized the seniors and had a special ceremony for them.  Unfortunately Christopher had to work late that night and I wasn't aware I would actually have to walk with him in the ceremony so I was covered in spit up, hadn't showered yet, and looked homeless.  Thankfully I was able to rope Taryn into walking with us.  I'm so proud of him and how hard he has worked!  I hate that this is his senior year.  I'm not ready!

 

Xander - 5 month weight check

Because of Xander's scary weight at his 4 month check (45% down to 7%), we took him back to the doctor for a weight check to make sure he was gaining.  It was perfect timing since we had just gotten home from Utah and I wanted her to check his ears from flying.  I thought he'd be find to be honest, but NOPE!  Double ear infection!  I asked her how I was supposed to know...he is always so happy and hasn't rubbed his ears or been upset!  This kid is always so happy and good natured!

I was thrilled when his weight came in at 15 lbs 7 oz (25%)!  This kid was more than ready for solids!