Pinewood Derby

I certainly didn't think that the Ralphs Family would be  participating in the Pinewood Derby any time soon, but when the Cub Scouts invited the Activity Days Girls to participate, Abigail was thrilled. I wish I could have gotten a picure of Darin's face when he got the news. It was such a fun bonding experience for them to build Abigail's car. It was tourquoise with pink polka dots. It was way too light when we did the weigh-in, so we had to tape some quarters to it to get it the appropriate weight. It was a good thing we did too, because Abigail took 3rd place in the race.

Rub-A-Dub-Dub Three Kids in A Tub

I love how much the twins love their little brother. They were so excited to take a bubble bath with him. They all smelled so good when I got them out.

Temple Square

I love that we live so close to the Salt Lake Temple / Temple Square! On Sunday after the dance competition, we walked around temple square and the visitor's center. I loved talking to the girls about all of the wonderful things there, I love how the spirit is present and it is such a wonderful place for learning.

 

Releve Dance Competition in Ogden

Dance competition season is upon us again. The twins were able to participate in their first competition, which was pretty exciting for them. Unfortunately, I didn't get any pictures of the twins at this competition. I was too flustered in the moment, getting two little ones ready and where they needed to be and they were first on the stage, so it was kind of a rush. It is quite the experience having 3 girls dance. We woke up at 5:45 in SLC for a dance competition that began at 10:30 in Ogden. I was so lucky to have Heather's help that weekend. I can't believe we were still rushing with waking up that early and having two adults helping the girls. CRAZY! Heather and I didn't even have time to put our make up on that day.

 

Abigail's first dance was called Cowgirls and they danced to the song cotton-eyed joe. They were SO SHARP! I was one proud momma! It was  a jazz routine and it took White Diamond (first place) and the Highest Score of the Day in their age group!!!

These pictures are of Abigail warming up for One Brick At A Time. It was more like a musical theater - jazz routine and it also took White Diamond (first place). It had a high point award as well.

My little TEXAS STAR!

 

The twins dance was a jazz/hip hop routine and they were little poodles. Their dance took Pink Diamond (second place). I thought they did awesome for their first time out at a competition. Hopefully, I will get pictures of them at their competition in May.

5 months old

Can't believe this cuteie is 5 months old already.

Date Night a-la Abigail

Because we had so much sickness in our house in the month of February, Darin and I were not able to go on a date. Abigail wanted us to have a date, so we got take-out and she set the table for Darin and I to have a romantic dinner. What a sweet girl she is.

Sick!

It seems like every year we spend nearly an entire month sick. Well, this year our month was February. I was sick on my birthday (Feb. 1st), Darin was sick on his birthday (Feb. 2nd) and the kids were sick all the days in between with anything from a cold virus to vomiting. I finished out the month of February with a 3 day fever, body aches, sore throat, and body aches. Let's just hope March treats us better.

Ginger Ale and Chicken Noodle soup for a nauseated tummy.

This is some crazy BED HEAD - Too many sick days I guess.

No, I did not photograph my child vomiting. Emily actually fell asleep with her head in a bowl, poor thing, at least she was ready for action.

Just Dance

On President's day, the girls had a couple of friends over from dance and what did they do? "Just Dance" on the Wii. We are excited for the upcoming competition season and know that these little cuties will rock it.

Emily, Kassidy, Abigail

Emily, Brookelle, Elizabeth

So much FUN!

Carson is getting so fun lately! I just love these milestones and they are flying by way too fast.

Carson outgrew his infant bath tub and took is first Big Boy bath in his bath seat and he loved it (especially chewing on his Bath Time book). This bath tub seat has been one of my favorite things for all of my kids.

He took his first spin in the Johnny Jumper the other day. He hasn't quite figured out to jump yet, but he loves to spin and play with his toys.

More Bath Tub Fun!

We fed Carson his first Cereal and he loved it! He actually finished the entire serving that I prepared for him. This boy loves to eat!