Holiday fun, and snow in Tempe :)

This weekend at Tempe town lake was the fantasy of lights boat parade. It was so much fun! They had Santa and 50 tons of real snow trucked in for the kids to play in. There were snow machines blowing making it feel so Christmasy! It was the perfect way to get into the spirit! Ryleigh had a blast and I just love her face when she sees Santa. It has been a while since I have posted so there are also some random pics from the past couple weeks. I just cant get enough of my girls!

My love, my life, my everything. I am so lucky. He always supports me and my crazy ideas.

I love this picture, she looks so happy to be playing in the snow with me!

Two of my favorite girls <3

  

Daddy's girl :)

At the movies seeing BOLT!

She loves the lights!

My BEAUTIFUL little DuckiEs!

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE OF MY TODDLER'S MANY HATS!!!!!

Carter sauce and Bright eyes.

I love them :) We just couldn't be happier. 

My little Turkey!! and an amazing Thanksgiving!

I love Thanksgiving! Seriously whats not to love? You get to eat AMAZING food and UNBELIEVABLE deserts at any volume you wish and no one can (or does) say a word. You get to play games with your hilarious family and watch your kids run around on a sugar high with their cousins. Then you go home and take a very restful nap, wake up and decorate for Christmas!! Ryleigh was in rare form all day. She is always a funny kid but on Thanksgiving she was one of a kind. I could not stop laughing all day. Oh and ps look how cute Brytie looks in her pink boots!! I love playing dress up with her. Its kinda sad shes just like my little baby doll. 

Below is the beautiful ladies of the family. Well between the ages of like 18-30ish. I loooove that I look like I don't even belong. Ryleigh could sit there for me...at least she looks like she should be there. :)

and the guys......

Here is an example of the hilariousness of my 2 year old. This is her attempt at the bunny ears!

My gorgeous hubby!

Cody Sue and Carterrrrr. I LOOOOVE THEM!

Me and Bryton. (ps i can't figure out why this sentence is underlined.......)

Decorating our Christmas tree! Its Ryleigh's year to add the star.

Me harassing Bryton with the camera flash. You can tell she loves it! I love making her mad because she never ever ever cries unless I am actually trying to make her. Poor little thing. She is the least fussy kid ever I think. I am obsessed :)

Bryton's baby blessing!

Bryton was blessed by her amazing father on November 9th. Thank you so much to everyone that came to share this special day with us! We are so blessed with family and friends. She looked so beautiful in her little white dress, (made by her Grandma Nola). It really felt like I was holding an angel. Honestly, does life get any better???

"I've got Sunshine..on a cloudy day!"

Auntie Mal and Uncle Craigy

Grandma and Grandpa Nikolaus

Princess Ryleigh Mae <3

Bryton's Great-Great-Grandfather Charles Adair.

MASSUHCARRR!!! (Madagascar in Ryleigh language) :)

As I am sure all of you know, Madagascar 2 came out this Friday. Ryleigh is probably the biggest fan that Madagascar has and was soooooo excited every time the commercial came on. So on Friday Ben, Mal and I took her to see it. This was pretty much the first movie we have taken her to since she was old enough to understand. It was such a blast! The best part of it was watching Ryleigh watch the movie. She would squeal and laugh and yell at the characters like they could understand her. For example, "WATCH OUT ALETS (alex)!!!!!" or "YAY MONKEYS DANCING!!!!!!!"  For the rest of the night she walked around dancing and singing "moobit moobit, i likeA moobit moobit!" Ah I get such a kick out of her. If you ever need a smile look no further than my 2 year old. :) Here are some fun pictures from our movie night!    

   

Mal and I were trying to get her to take a picture and she wouldn't look away from the screen!

 Big Smiles!

 This is Ben and Bryton 10 minutes in....ahh the joys of newborns :)

GENERATIONS

One of the greatest blessings I have in my life is the blessing of my eternal family. I have been so lucky to have so much family so involved in my life. I am so blessed to have my great grandparents still alive and well as well as Grandparents who love me and take such good care of me and my family. There is nothing greater in this mortal world. Below is a picture from Mallory's baby shower. It is a 5 generation photo. In the picture is my Great-Grandmother Pearl, Grandmother Yvonne, My Mother Lisa, Me, My sister Mallory, And my 2 daughters Ryleigh and Bryton. Below that is a picture of Ben's side. There are 4 generations still with us. Pictured is Grandma Law, Ben's mom Nola, Ben, and Bryton. We are so blessed to have each other and I thank God daily for all the family that I have here on earth with me. I know that not many people are that lucky. I do know that one day we will all be together again and that is the greatest peace I have ever found.

**HALLOWEEN**

My Ever So late Halloween post! I know Halloween was like 2 weeks ago but these pictures are worth adding late! Ryleigh was the cutest little pirate ever! Bryton was a little kitty cat! Thank you Aunt Paula and Uncle Josh! We had so much fun trick-or-treating. This year was the first year Ryleigh understood what was going on and she had a blast! She is so funny! Here is an example of what happened over and over on Halloween night:

We go up to someones door and Ryleigh says, "Trit or treat!" 

Neighbor says, "Aww what a cute little pirate!" and distributes candy

Ryleigh: "THANK YOU!!!!!"

Neighbor: "YOUR WELCOME!"

Ryleigh: "I LOVE YOU, THANK YOU! GOOD BYE! I LOVE YOU!"

Neighbor: "Oh how cute, here is more candy!" 

Ryleigh: "I LOVE THIS HALLOWEEEEEEEN!!!!!!" 

She is constantly making us laugh with how smart she is and the comments she makes. Bryton is getting so big so fast, it seems time goes faster with the second one than the first!

Pogo-horsey with uncle craigy!

All of the girls at aunt Paula's house going through the candy!! 

Our little kitty-cat! Thanks for the onesie Kelc!

Yeah, we are 80's workout girls, and we are awesome. 

My gorgeous little pirate princess!!

Ryleighs Birthday Party!

Thank you everyone who came to Rys birthday yesterday! She had such a blast and loves all her gifts! We are so blessed to have such good friends and supportive family! Here are some pictures from Peter Piper and of the girls in their matching Tu-tus! Thanks Aunt Mal!!

Happy birthday Ryleigh Mae! You are growing up way to fast!

Happy 2nd birthday Ryleigh!! I know this post is late but there has been a lot going on! Ryleigh we love you so much more than we could ever explain. You are so smart for such a little girl. I have never met someone with such a strong desire to observe and learn. Your sweet smile and angelic disposition make you the sunshine of our lives. You are such a great big sister and we know how much you love your family. Happy birthday sweet girl and we hope you get all you wish for! I don't know what we have done so right to deserve such an angel. You are truly a wonder and have the most amazing spirit. We love you so much. 

Love Mommy and Daddy.

Yes Uncle Eric is checking out the oversized Dora the Explorer book! We love you!!

These are pictures from her birthday dinner at Grandma and Grandpa Niks. She loved her cupcakes! Thank you for the wonderful gifts! She loves her Dora book and her super cuddly monkey! 

FYI- her birthday party will be this saturday the 11th at Peter Piper Pizza on Gilbert and Baseline at 1pm. We would LOVE for everyone to be there! Please let me or Mallory know if you can make it. We really miss seeing everyone and hope you can make it! Also for those of you who haven't yet this will be a great opportunity to come meet Bryton! 

Introducing Bryton Brooks Nikolaus!

She is finally here! Sorry it has taken so long to post but recovering from surgery and taking care of a newborn takes a lot out of you! She is absolutely perfect! Weighing 6 lbs 11 oz and is 19 inches long. She has dark brown hair like her momma and almond shaped eyes like her daddy! Ryleigh cant get enough of her and loves playing mommy! Ry has been so good with her and with sharing the attention. She calls her "baby sisser Bwyton" We are so blessed! We named her Bryton Brooks after my uncle, my mom and I. Here are some pictures from the hospital. Beware one is pretty graphic from the actual surgery. I will post that one last! Its graphic but really cool. :-)