Like Father Like Sons

Kevin has this extremely amazing talent of being able to tune everything out when something interesting is on the TV. Apparently it transferred to his sons. Notice not one of them looked up when I took a picture of them all watching a movie. Talent, I tell ya.

More about Ryan...

The kids love to build towers with the Megablocks lately. Here is Ryan with one of their creations, along with a very interesting creation in his clothing.

-One day last week we had to run to the store because we were low on milk. We came back to find that Kevin had beat us home. Ryan went inside and asked, "Dad, how did you get home so fast? Did you push your speed button?"

-Another time we were talking about some things we could do in downtown Salt Lake since we would be heading up that way for another event.

Mom: What if we just took a walk around Temple Square? We haven't been there for awhile.

Ryan: Or how about Temple Circle? Or Temple Rectangle?

Ryan's First Day of Preschool

Ryan decided he wanted to try preschool this year, so we thought we would give it a shot. After watching Matthew getting ready to go he was very excited to be doing the same. He had a lot of fun his first day and informed me that he wished he could go to preschool every day. I guess I need to do a better job of keeping things entertaining around here!

Zachary's Birthday

Zachary turned two in September! This little boy is no longer my baby. He has definitely asserted his rights as a toddler.



Grandma and Grandpa Tuft came over for a little party. The boys love to wrestle with Grandpa.




Zach had a lot of fun opening presents this year. As you can see, it was very serious business.




Zachary loves Thomas the Tank Engine and Curious George. Every time I asked him what kind of cake he wanted, it always ended up changing. So I opted for the easiest choice. Thanks George!





It was a busy day. The little boy was pretty tuckered out when it was all said and done.




Some fun things about Zachary:

He loves to tease his older brothers

He wants to be like his brothers and therefore prefers playing with Legos and building robots.

He loves balls.

He has the best pouty face I have ever seen on a little guy. It can seriously be hard to remain consistent when he pulls that out on you.

He is trying to learn his colors but everything ends up being green.

He is a little afraid of airplanes right now because he saw one flying very low. Whenever he hears an airplane or helicopter go by he covers his ears.

Things he is saying: all time favorite- No mama, I will do dat! Look mama (which I love!), faffle (waffle), aubot (robot), all the animal sounds, Hi dad!, color, gib a lub (give a love, followed by a hug), Jesus, Wyan (Ryan), Mafew (Matthew), need a drink, take Mafew to cool (take Matthew to school), doodle (noodle). He copies everything you say and communicates very easily now.

He's such fun little guy and we love him to pieces!

Matthew's First Day of School

September 1, 2010


Kindergarten! I can't believe this little man is now in kindergarten. He can't believe it took so long to get here. As you can tell he was very ready and excited to get the show on the road. I had to pin him down for pictures.

Walking to school with Ryan and his buddy

Waiting in line to go to class

I promised myself I wouldn't cry, which I am proud to say I did not. Matthew waved goodbye, threw me a kiss, and was on his way. I did tear up a little, but it was over and done almost before it began. I was excited for him to start this new adventure.

When I picked him up, he said he really liked his class and his teacher. He was also pretty sad that he didn't have any homework yet. His classroom is decorated like a jungle and he sits on the lion table with 5 other students. He couldn't wait to go back the next day.