The other day we wanted to have a little fun in the pool and since it hasn't exactly been pool weather, we decided to go to to an indoor pool and it was exactly what we all needed. The kids were so excited to be swimming again. Parker was able to snap a few pictures of us while we were swimming. I can't wait for summer!

Happy Birthday to my hunkalicious, funny, adventurous, loving, smart, totally fun, hott, hard working, AMAZING husband!!! I love you with all my heart Parker! Happy Birthday!

There are lots of things in this life that always seem to bring a smile to my face... my family, surprises, a three letter word I can't say on my blog, friends, and April Fools day. Why is it so fun to pull random pranks on people on a specific day of the year? I can't really answer that one, but the simple truth of the matter is that I just love it! There is something so intriguing, so hilarious, and so invigorating in watching someone's face when they realize they were just fooled. So because I love this "holiday" so much I always plan ahead! I realize I haven't stepped it up like the guy who bricked his parents front door closed yet, but I'm working my way up to it. I like my pranks to be harmless and fun! When the kids sat down for dinner tonight... Grilled cheese sandwiches and mashed potatoes, they were expecting another ordinary meal. Little did they know the sandwiches were pieces of cake cut to look like bread with yellow frosting that looked like cheddar cheese, and ice cream with caramel sauce took the place of the mashed potatoes and gravy. Jackson almost died laughing when he took his first bite, and Chloe wouldn't stop telling us that the cheese didn't taste like cheese. And our little Ella was too busy stuffing her face! She had frosting in her hair, on her hands, and all over her face. She loved the "grilled cheese sandwich" so much that she decided using her hands was WAY to slow, so she just put her face in the sandwich. It was the perfect way to end such a fun holiday!

Yesterday morning we woke up early to get ready and go to my family's house for breakfast with Matt (his last American Meal for a while). He was set apart as a missionary for the church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints Monday night, packed his bags and was ready to go. During his setting apart my brothers were asked to say a couple words to Matt. David said "as I've watched Matt prepare to go I haven't been sad because my mission has been the best experience of my life so far. I'm excited for Matt to have this experience and to grow." Those words really helped me since I was focused more on "2 YEARS" and how much I am going to miss him! Scott shared how he watched so many people's lives change as they accepted the gospel. I am so excited to hear Matt's stories!

We left for the SLC airport around 9:15. When we got there we checked Matt in and as he took his luggage to the security check Chloe and Ella each jumped on a bag saying they wanted to go. It was so cute. I reminded them it would be a long time to not see Mom and Dad.... they changed their minds! It was an emotional good bye and we watched Matt through security check and up the escalator until we could no longer see him. Then almost everyone went to the bathroom to try and stop the tears! I am so blessed to have such a tight family who loves to be with one another! I will miss Matt tremendously but I am so proud of his decision to serve and I look forward to letters! See ya in two Matty!

Siblings

All the kids and Grandkids

Our little stowaways

My kids are going to miss Matt SO much!

Chloe says Matt's mission is "The other side of the earth"... she's right!

I can hardly look at this picture without crying! I know how you feel Meg!

Brothers (David had class and couldn't make the airport)