Back and Missin the Good Life...

We decided last year we really wanted to see the Palmyra Pageant. My dad served his mission in upstate NY and actually participated in the pageant years ago. So we invited my parents to come along for the adventure. First we flew into CT, then made the 5 hour drive to Palmyra. It was gorgeous to say the least. So green, and guess what it didn't rain once. We visited many of the church sites and Joseph Smith's farm. The Sacred Grove was so special and peaceful. Then off to Rhode Island. We went to the beach and enjoyed the beautiful weather and huge waves! We did lots of fun things in Connecticut such as long talks around the fire, Winding Trails, boating and lots of eating, it truly was so wonderful to finally be reconnected with the Bliss family!

(put your mouse on the picture to see what each one says.. if you'd like)

Good Times...Good Times...

This past weekend was so much fun, despite the 110 degree heat! But seriously what more could you ask when there is Food, Swimming and Family?!

So..... in this picture below, pay close attention to my brother and his wife. Todd and I have no idea they are behind us, and this was like the 3rd time taking the picture...Kate (taking the picture) couldn't hold in her smile and so finally we looked behind us and saw them trying okay more like being in our picture on purpose:) Hope you enjoyed watching fireworks and being with family as well!

Lickidy Lick Lick

So this is mainly for Kate, I wanted to show her how much fun he has licking his lips...but please enjoy as well:)

7 mo. ~ 21 lbs

that's right, this little guy is a solid 21 lbs. I can't believe how much joy he brings to our everyday lives. He is very defiant but always happy. He would rather stand than sit. He would rather be outside than in, and would rather be barefoot than with socks/shoes. He is wanting to crawl so bad, but nope this is as far as he gets before he lands on his tummy.Loves to Lick his Lips!

his new found glory:)

Boy Time...

quick story:

Last night Todd's brother Andy was over. Their favorite thing to eat during the summer are otter pops. Anyway, Takoda knows what they are right away b/c Todd teases him with it. Takoda started whining b/c he didn't have one. So I got his little mesh bag and put an ice cube in it, Takoda picked it up and sucked on his like he was so cool like his dad & uncle:)

I know... I know...

not a drastic hair change, but I love the change. I hate that this picture doesn't give the highlights justice, but hopefully you get the idea. I don't know the next time I will drastically cut my hair. I have officially decided I look so much better with long hair. I think I've said it before but seriously i do. So for now this is as drastic as it will get:)

Is it over already?...

May has come and gone, and i've enjoyed every minute of it. First Mother's day which was so special, then my 25th Birthday! I was spoiled and couldn't have been happier on that day. As one of my gifts I got my hair done....your probably looking at the picture and thinking huh...it's not done yet in that picture silly. So hold tight and i'll have to actually do my hair and then post a pic sometime this week.

A visit to the Rez...

Memorial Day weekend my parents and us went to NM. I hadn't been back in years. It was so much fun to visit family and get out of the city for a couple of days. Mari and I...

Mari now lives in Washington forever...:( But I do love when she has to come to Vegas to visit her family. We took our kiddo's swimming. They LOVED it!

(Sadi and Takoda are 1mo. apart)

Manhattan Beach...

Todd had more time off after Mem. day weekend so where did we decide to go?...The Beach! We found an awesome deal on Hotwire and had a blast with our beach right by the ocean. But guess what?...it was honestly cloudy the whole time we were there, not a peek of sunshine. So i guess it just gave us an excuse to shop and eat more:)

Takoda loved the swing!

WoW!..

...since when did I lose the motivation to blog. It's almost been a month and so here i am trying to catch up. Sorry for all you faithful readers:) Takoda is 6 months Today!!! Everyone says they grow up so fast, I've now witnessed it for myself and say Amen to that!

Before the weather got too hot, Todd, Takoda and I hit the trails at Red Rock. Todd found a walking stick, Takoda I guess felt the need to show you in the picture:)
For sometime Takoda has been eating rice cereal and now vegetables and fruit. However here is the first time he tried rice cereal.
Guess What?...Our stake put on a 5k. The turnout was fabulous. I signed Todd and I up for the race. Just a way to try to get back in shape. Our ward's color was Red. So in the race as you passed people you would recognize which ward they were from. I decorated the back of our shirts...
So yep... we not only represented our Name but also the best team ever!:) So how did we do you ask?...well honestly we or should I say Todd did awesome. For a guy who hates to run for fun and barley practiced for the race, did great. We came in at 31min. I know i know not the greatest time for me but I was just happy i'm out there running again. This has been the 5th 5k i've done and i realized i miss racing and need to get in shape badly, but why is it so hard:(... ;)

Grandpa & Grandma's

Takoda and Arby (the dog) were best friends when we went to visit. Honestly I would look over at Arby, not knowing Takoda's Binky fell on the floor and I would see this! It was hysterical...This must have happened at least 5 times. And no he wouldn't chew on it, just sit there with it in his mouth. Kate FINALLY moved out!!! Haa haa just kidding Kate. No seriously having her live with us was a breeze and now we're missing her excitement around the house.