Swimming Lessons

The kids had their very first swim lesson today! They took like little fish to the water. Naturals!

Mini Cheer Camp!

Oooohh, this is so fun! This year is Sylvia's second year participating in Springville High School's Mini Cheer clinic. Last year, she wasn't quite 3, so we kind of sneaked her in (at Grandma Susan's encouragement), and she wasn't really ready for all the structure of learning a dance and a few cheers. This year, her dance lessons are really showing. Generally, her behavior is good (she only pulled another girl's hair once!), and her attention span is much better. And more than anything it is obvious that she's having a blast, and that is the most important thing of all. That's why mommy was a cheerleader (uughh, 10 years ago)-because it was fun!

Sylvia's Dance Recital

Last week was Sylvia's very first dance recital! She did so well. She danced at her very best, and sang along as well! We taped both of her performances, and she really enjoyed watching herself when we returned home later that evening. Surprisingly, Ben sat through the entire show! He liked the dancing, and really dug the colored lights. We are so proud of Sylvia, and I just can't even believe she's old enough to do all these neat things. She's growing up too fast!

Four Wheelin'

This Mothers' Day, we spent the afternoon at Grandma and Grandpa Orme's cabin in Heber. It was very fun, because when you go to visit the Orme's, you know you are going to be well fed! We had a wonderful meal, and then while the real adults chatted, I took a nap and Nate took the kiddies for a four-wheeler ride. Thanks, Dad!

Just Hangin' Out

My kids just love the tree in front of our house. Nate will just prop them up in the tree and pretend to run away, and they think that they're stranded! Silly kids, Daddy would never leave you stuck in a tree--for very long, anyway.

Zoo Crazy

Today marks the first time Ben and Sylvia visited the Hogle Zoo. We had such a fun time! Sylvia loved seeing the Giraffes, and Ben just really liked riding on the choo choo train. Can you blame him? It is pretty awesome!

A New Arrival!

This morning Collin Bowen Lee was born! We are so excited that Margaret has finally delivered this beautiful bundle of joy. Margaret had a very long labor, but after lots of assistance, Collin has made his debut. He is 7 pounds, 11 ounces, 19 inches long, and has a ton of beautiful brown hair. We are so sad that Margaret has moved back to Washington, because we will have to wait awhile until Sylvia and Ben get to meet their new cousin. We can't wait to meet him!