The Dish

Friday, November 7, 2008

Build-a(n)-Bear (Elephant)

Nov. 4th, 2008
Tatum's Birthday

GoGo took Tatum to Build-a-Bear for her birthday. It was just a Tatum and GoGo day, the plan was Build-A-Bear, shopping and lunch. Tatum came home with and elephant which she named "Peanut" dressed in jammies similar to ones she has.
I am not at all surprised that Tatum chose an elephant, she has had an affinity for elephants for awhile now. If you are wondering if Peanut has replaced ducky it has to an extent. Peanut goes with us everywhere, but she still sleeps with Ducky!

My mom said the associate was amazing with Tatum and really brought Peanut to life!

Tatum prepping Peanut's heart.

Thanks GoGo for a fantastic day, and one I am still talking about!

Happy Birthday Tatum Sue

We found these fairy wings on super clearance after Halloween, that is when Tatum decided she wanted a "TINKERBELL" party. I think she looks like a little pixie so I was thrilled!

I can't believe my sweet pea is three! She has brought so much love to our family, I cherish each day I have with her. She is such a sweet little girl and an amazing big sister. I love her little voice and the funny things she says. She is such a little princess and a tomboy at the same time. We kept her party really low key, it was just us, GoGo and Papa and the Vines dropped by for a little bit. After last year's overwhelming party we decided to keep it simple.

After deleting many pictures of the floor, her foot and other random objects from our camera we decided to get Tatum her own digital camera!

Within minutes she had already taken 50 shots!

Happy Halloween!

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Halloween, any excuse to dress up right?
Tatum loves to dress up too--here is my Pirate Princess with hoop earrings, boots and even fishnets!

I made her a little pirate sack to match her costume it says
"Argh Kiss me Booty!"
We taught her the Pirates of the Caribbean song and we heard "Yo ho Yo ho a pirate's life for me" in the sweet little Tatum voice all night!

As Ben has said we really were just accessories to the kids and Riggins.

Tatum with the Jolly Roger Pumpkin, making her best pirate face!

Lincoln got he Pirate Mickey hat the day before at Disneyland!

These houses in Redlands really go all out. This street is blocked off on Halloween for trick-or-treating because of the crowds they receive. The HS band plays the funeral march and it really has turned into quite the spectacle!

Playing with Julius Ceasar (Xander) post trick-or treating!

Disneyland!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am a Disneyland freak. I love the place. This trip was so much fun with Tatum, to see her face light up was so magical.
I think these pictures express the moment better than my words can!

The Princess Dance Party

The girls and their daddies

Clare and Tatum entertaining each other in line

I love this photo--Ben looks so happy

With the Bjarnason's --such a great trip with such great friends!

Tatum and Clare saying goodbye--isn't that sweet!

Six years and Counting!

October 26, 2008 was a six year anniversary. I can't believe it, it has gone by so fast and been such a great ride! Ben and I (sans kids) were able to go see Wicked at the Pantages Theatre in LA--it was amazing to say the least. We had such a great time and it was nice to get away for the day. Ben you are my perfect match, thank you for making life so rich and rewarding!