The Randomness of a 2 1/2 year old...

Ethan is quite an entertaining toddler. We were at Kid to Kid yesterday, because Mom wanted to find a tricycle or something that Ethan could play with outside during the summer. Well, because Kid to Kid is so fantastic, we found this motorized four-wheeler for him. Unfortunately, he would not ride it unless he found himself a helmet (I guess I should be grateful that he is a "safety first" kind of kid...sometimes!).

So, the first helmet he found was a pink, girl's baseball helmet. He really liked that until he found the ultimate in helmets...a green, wrestling helmet. He then proceeds to put the helmet on backwards and begin riding around the store. The ladies that worked there were completely entertained and they begged us to put his picture on their store's facebook page. So, here is the image that was posted.

** For better viewing pleasure, please look on my facebook page!**

Needless to say, both Mom and I were wetting our pants laughing at my adorable, yet very geeky at times son. What we won't do to make fun of our children! Couldn't pass this one up. I had to blog about it!

A Mom's Brag Moment

I think all moms will agree with me that it is okay when it comes time to brag a little bit about their kids. I know that all moms think their children, above all others, are the cutest things in the world. So, I thought it was high time for me to brag a little about mine. I am no different than all of you moms out there that think their children are the cutest in the world, I too, have the cutest children in the world. And, of course, the world I live in is my very own! So...bring on the bragging rights!Brynlee is now 6 months old. How time flies. I have found myself feeling very guilty because Ethan has quite a bit more photos of him at this stage in life than his sister. So, I have vowed to myself and her (even though she won't remember that vow later) that I will spend a little bit more time taking candid photos of my girl! She is quite the roller and I am sure she is going to start taking off soon. You can see it in her eyes how she wants to follow Ethan around. The only thing stopping her right now is her legs!

Ethan is just becoming quite a little man to me. I think it might be because his sister looks so little compared to him. I don't know. But, he is just my buddy. He is always helping me with Brynlee and wanting to take on the "Big Brother" role. He has one speed in life and that is running. His speech is coming along much better, yet he still has moments of "toddler chinese." I think it is just because he lives a very fast and active life that he can't vocalize all the thoughts in his head yet. I dread the day he can, I will forever be listening to his thought! He brings me such joy!

These two are the reason for living. They are my sunshine and my joy! I am so grateful for their spirits in my life!

Saturday Mornings!

Can I just say that I love Saturdays? Not just because that means that usually Mike is home with us, but because our children are so happy. Sometimes we find ourselves just hanging out longer than usual in our jammies playing with the kids. Here are just a few photos that we have taken on Saturday mornings...

Frontrunner Trip!

Last weekend, we decided to take Ethan on the Frontrunner train. He loves anything that has to do with cars, buses, trucks, and trains. So, we thought this would be a cheap and easy way to entertain our two year old.

We invited our good friends to come with us with their kids. It was the neatest experience. We had a blast. We rode the trax train up to the train station and caught Frontrunner. We sat on the top floor of the train and looked out the windows. We took the train all the way up to Ogden. When we arrived there, we kind of just started exploring. We found a trolley train that was free and it takes you around about a three block area; which included the Depot (which is like the Gateway up in Ogden.) We stopped there and had lunch and let the kids play in the arcade of the Fat Cats.

We then took the train home. It took us all day, and the kids were quite exhausted. In fact, all 4 of the kids were asleep on the trax train coming home. It was such a fun day, and we decided we will definitely recommend it and do it again! (Maybe when the weather is better!)

This is Ethan at the Fat Cats arcade. He loves helicopters! So, he just HAD to ride this ride.

Here we are riding the trolley up in Ogden. It was free and the driver was very helpful. We thought this was the most awesome idea. Salt Lake could learn alot from Ogden!

Here are the kids on the Frontrunner! They loved the fact they could color and play while being on a train. The boys spent most of the time looking out the window.

Brynlee's Blessing Day!

I think one of the most memorable parts of being a parent is seeing the milestones happen so quickly in your children's lives. For me, the blessings of our children are very unique and special. I am always reminded on that day how precious each of these children are, and how recently they left their Heavenly Father.

We blessed Brynlee on January 2, 2011. It was a terrific day. It was sunny and bright, just like she is! We had such a turn-out from friends and family. We are truly blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives to support us.

Brynlee's debut!

Here she is...this is just at 2 weeks old.
More home photos!

Our cute little family. How blessed we are!

Ethan loved her from day 1. Thank heavens! We were a little worried about their bond. Now we are worried about how great their bond is...we have to watch him like a hawk!

BABY GIRL HAS ARRIVED!

Now announcing the arrival of:

Brynlee Rasmussen

born

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

6 lbs. 1.4 oz. 19 in. long

Everything went well with the labor, considering she was nearly 3 weeks early. She was determined to come into this world, and she wasn't going to wait for anyone...

She is adjusting well to this new world of hers, which includes having to deal with a very active and curious big brother. Ethan is adjusting well to having Brynlee around; what he is struggling with now is the fact that his mommy and daddy have to share their attention with him and his baby sister. (Which he calls baby "b"). But he loves to take care of her and help mommy.

I have been feeling so overwhelmed with gratitude for these miracles that our Heavenly Father has given to us. Both Ethan and Brynlee are/were wonderful babies. They are such a joy to me. I tear up every time Ethan goes to kiss his sister. What a bond already. I hope it lasts.

I can't help but count my many blessings that the Lord sees me fit to be the mother of these two precious children. What a responsibility and yet; what pure joy.

BTW: Pictures will be coming very soon! Sorry for the delay!