Swimming Lessons

Hailey loved swimming lessons this year. She loves to put her face in the water and swim on her back. She was very cautious when it came to jumping off the diving board, but she did it each week and I was so proud of her. But, of course, on the last day of class, when I brought my camera, she faked a belly ache and refused to jump. I couldn't force her to do it because when I was little, I took lessons at this very pool and also refused to jump.

Connor, on the other hand, loved it. He jumped in every chance he got. He has turned into a little fish this year. He loves swimming. Now that lessons are over, he practices his strokes in the bath tub. It's hilarious to watch. He takes a huge breath, plummets under the water, and attempts to swim the length of the bath tub. He is such a funny kid.

Preschool Graduation

Hailey graduated from preschool a couple of weeks ago. It was a darling little ceremony. The kids performed all of the songs they had learned durning the year. She was so cute to watch on stage. I can't beleive that my little girl will be starting Kindergarton this year!!!

Hailey with her teacher, Mrs. Marilyn. Hailey had the sweetest teacher ever. She was patient and kind, the perfect teacher for Hailey.

Hailey with the music teacher, Mrs. Amber. Music time was Hailey's favorite part of school. Mrs. Amber was so darling, Hailey loved her.

Hailey blowing mommy a kiss during the ceremony. Priceless!!!!

Hailey with Grandma Judy just after the program.

Hailey Sue, we are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. You never cease to amaze us!!!

Happy Birthday Daddy!!

We hope you have fun on your 29th birthday. Here are 29 reasons we love you!

1. When we fall down you give us a band aid.
2. You play Soccer with us.
3. You put us to bed.
4. You go to work to make money so we can go to Disneyland.
5. When my bike brakes you fix it.
6. You make my hair handsome.
7. You snuggle us all the time.
8. You take us to church
9. You make the best pancakes.
10. You tickle us.
11. You hang us upside down.
12. You let us ride on top of the garbage can when you take it out to the road .
13. You tell funny jokes.
14. You smell good.
15. You teach us about Jesus.
16. You taught us how to ride our bikes.
17. When we are in bed you turn on the fan.
18. You tell funny stories.
19. You protect us.
20. You have the priesthood
21. You chase us and tickle us.
22. You take us to get ice cream on our special Daddy dates
23. You mow the lawn
24. You cook BBQ
25. You let me wear your cologne.
26. You put our blankets on us when we are resting
27. You make us breakfast.
28. You throw us up in the sky.
29. You are the best dad!!

Love, HAiley,connor and Olivia

Hailey's Birthday Pictures

Hailey had a fun 5th Birthday! It was Hawaiian day at her school on the day they celebrated her birthday. I love this picture because Hailey put together this "Hawaiian" outfit all by herself!

It is tradition to have a sleep over with Grandma Judy and Grandpa Hague for your birthday. Hailey reminded us for months before her Birthday about her special sleep over. She had a blast. They took her to IHOP, her favorite restaurant, and then to Toys R Us to pick out her present. She chose this lovely Princess crown and dress.

Grandma and Grandpa Butterfield are serving a Mission in Kirtland, so they sent Hailey some money so she could go and pick out a present. We went to Target and she had to have this "High School Musical" cheerleader outfit. She loves it!!!!

Mom and Hailey right after she blew out the candles. She requested Rice Crispie treats for her cake.



She stayed in her princess attire to open her presents from her family. She was so excited when she saw her Princess scooter. She has wanted one for a long time!




I guess this Birthday was the year of Dress ups. This is Hailey in her "Fancy Nancy" dress up tutu and crown, riding her scooter. I love this picture because this is how Hailey is dressed 90% of the time.