Nolan loves the exersaucer more than ever lately, probably because he has it figured out. He can spin in it, he knows how to make it make noise, he chews on the toys, and he gets to stand! The only problem with the exersaucer is it seems to make him spit up even more than normal, but at least it all stays on the edge of it and is easy wipe up.
This morning Nolan was taking his nap and Rylee wanted to watch Elmo's World downstairs. While I was setting up the DVD she went and dragged Nolan's car-seat out and got herself a blanket. She pulled the car-seat right up next to the TV, climbed in, got the blanket and a remote and watched the entire DVD without moving. She sure makes me laugh.
Nolan turned 5 months on Saturday! He is growing like a weed and eating us out of food. He is already eating cereal for breakfast and an entire jar of vegetables at dinner. He is sleeping really well at night and taking great naps during the day. Recently he has started rolling, not quite a master at it yet but he is doing well. He also loves to push off of anything with his feet, and can literally push across the room. His favorite new trick is standing by himself while holding onto something. This is so different for us compared to Rylee who didn't stand until about 9 months by herself! We are pretty sure he is going to be giving us a run for our money much quicker than his sister did! For those who haven't gotten to meet Nolan yet, just so you know he is one of the happiest little boys in the world. He loves smiling, laughing at his sister, eating, talking and screaming, rolling, playing with toys, and most of all jumping in any toy that allows him too.
Lucky for me one of my old coaches from BYU was running in the traithlon with Matt, in preparation for his Half IronMan (GO Coach Jolley) so Rylee had lots of kids to play with. She really attached to their daughter Emma quickly and had a great time playing with her. Emma would help her run the bases after she kicked the ball in a good old fashion game of kick ball! It would have been a long day without their help! 
Yesterday was Matt's triathlon, and he did great! He was one of three first timers doing the race. We woke up nice and early so everyone could watch "Daddy's Whoa Big Race!" They started with a 1 mile swim, then a 26 mile bike and finished with a 6 mile run. Rylee had a great time cheering him on and playing with some new friends. Nolan took a good nap in the Baby Bjorn, but sadly did get a sunburn on his cheeks, even with sunblock and a hat. We had fun watching and Matt had a good time racing, and is planning on doing another race later this Summer.
With taking the red-eye on Saturday night it gave us an entire extra day to play in Hawaii! In the morning we woke up and went into town and did some shopping with Travis, Tarah and kids. We picked up a few gifts for people and had lunch at Pizza Hut, fancy huh!? After naps the Dads and Grandparents went golfing, and the Moms and kids went to the fountains one more time. The kids had a blast, but did get a bit chilly by the end, so Grandma rescued them in the car after golf. We had dinner and then headed to the airport. Our flight left at 10:50 and both kids were sound asleep before the 10,000 feet anouncement, and they slept until we had to get off the plane in Phoneix. Rylee must have asked 100 times to go back to Hawaii, but she has enjoyed being home and seeing her friends this week.
Happy to be at the fountains
Sitting on the fountain
Hanging out together
She just got blasted in the face!
Best Buddies
Lucas getting ready to go in!
Nolan relaxing in the stroller
Having a great time!
Lunch With Papa
Such a big girl
Daddy and his girlThe Beach
Thursday morning everyone went to the beach, except Nolan and I, he was asleep. I enjoyed a nice quiet morning to myself, and everyone else had a blast a the beach. Rylee was still unsure about the ocean, but she gave it a try with Grandma and Papa.
She and Matt played in the sand together and built sand castles. Then they took a ride on the boogie board, Rylee was a little scared, but settled in after a few minutes.
After sand castles, swimming and boogie boarding it was time for snacks. Aunt Tarah was nice enough to pack snacks for the kids - grapes, crackers and a drink!
Mission Accomplished
Tarah and I had a goal each day to get all 4 kids asleep at the same time for at least 5 minutes, and every day we were able to! It is pretty easy when they spend all morning running in the sun and swimming, but we were proud of ourselves.
The Fountains
This was definitely the highlight of the afternoon. After nap time we loaded up the kids and headed over to the fountains, and it was a blast. The grandparents and dads were golfing, so the moms were alone with the kids. The kids had a riot together. There are so many cute pictures from the fountains... here are a few:
Special Time with Papa
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Just in case someone didn't believe me when I said Nolan was amazing on the plane, here is a picture to prove my point. If he wasn't sleeping, he was just being happy sitting on Matt's lap.
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While I was playing in a softball game and watching a soccer game tonight, Matt took the kids to the driving range. Rylee is really starting to get it this year. She is swinging and making contact with the ball. She would hit six balls and then run and get them, then Matt would tee them up again and they would do it all over. Matt is very excited to take her again.
Grandma and Papa went golfing Tuesday morning, so we spent the morning hanging out and relaxing together. Daddy and Rylee were practicing some golf in the backyard when an airplane starting flying overhead, so they sat down and watched together. The two of them had fun waving to the plane and pointing at it as it flew by. There was more pool time, and then we went to dinner and then got Dairy Queen ice cream for dessert. Rylee ate her entire ice cream cone and loved it. She also is the best at making Nolan smile, every time she looked over the edge of the table at him he lit up, it is so sweet to see.
Playing Golf With Daddy
The Airplane
Rylee Pointing at the Airplane
Watching the Airplane Fly
Hanging Out With Papa in the Pool
Taking a Lick of Ice Cream
Looking at Nolan
Smiling at His Big Sister
