MERRY CHRISTMAS

Just wanting to wish everyone a very merry Christmas from the Ulrich Family! Hope your day was wonderful.

What happened to my baby?... he is seven and a 1/2 months old. Why is time going by so fast? Mommy is very sad please can we just freeze time. Well this little cutie turned seven months on November 28th. We cherish every moment we have with Maddux and love all the snuggles he gives us. I am lucky enough to be with him all day long and Ty loves coming home to his sweet little smile.

 Isn't that the most precious face you have ever seen. So many people tell me he should be a Gerber baby...even strangers at the store. See its not just me he is adorable. 

Here are a few things about little M at seven months:

**He still loves his binkie
**One of his favorite things to do right before bed is watch Baby Einstein on You Tube on the Itouch. It calms him down when he is restless.
**He new favorite show is the Cat in the Hat on Pbs and it is so cute to watch him watch in sitting in front of the TV. The part he pays the most attention to is the theme song and he loves when mommy or daddy sings it to him when they change his diaper.
**He loves when we sing to him...we sing 5 little ducks, the cat in the hat, twinkle twinkle, I am a child of God, Little fish, and 5 little monkeys just to name a few
**When I sing 5 little ducks to him he gets all excited and smiles when I get to the daddy duck quack in a low voice he thinks my low quack is funny I guess :)

**This picture is of him getting caught playing in the CDs...they are his new favorite things and his new favorite game is huck the CD haha

**We were in his room one night after we painted it and I was showing Ty so we put maddux in the crib for a sec and then there he was up on his knees and with our encouragement he pulled up to his feet. Lets just say the next day the crib was moved down to the lowest setting. It was cute but it scared the heck out of mommy. I didn't want him falling out.

**He is now not only eating rice cereal but also veggies and fruits and he LOVES them. He eats both all the veggies and the fruits and likes them much better than rice cereal probably because they actually have flavor. He loves peas and apples the best I think

** Dux had his first Thanksgiving and while mommy and daddy where eating their feast he had some baby squash. He was so cute on his first thanksgiving but being the ditsy mom I am I didn't take many pictures the only one I have of him on his first thanksgiving is the one above in his car seat with his beanie covering most of his face fast asleep. P.S. don't you just LOVE that mohawk beanie?!

**This is Dux with his cute cousin Londyn. When they were up here visiting for Thanksgiving she was loving on Maddux and kept asking if she could hold him. She is such a sweetie!

**Little M had his first bath in the sink and it was a success. He was so cute and I think he liked it better than the big tub.

**I loved how he also has his own little shower in our sink. We need to do this sink bathing more often it is just too cute.

**He is a little mover now and is able to get where ever he wants to go
**Maddux still loves car rides and almost always falls asleep in his car seat
**He loves loves loves music...he loves anything about it, musical toys, music at church, music in the car and when daddy plays piano
**He has been baby babbling and it is so cute to listen to him talk to us
** He is such a happy baby and is so smilie all the time. His laugh is also the cutest thing I have ever heard. I could listen to his little laugh all day long.

**He loves his uncle Ammon's superhero cape....we might have to find one for him or make him one
**Maddux has a dinging frog that is attached to his car seat with rings and it is his favorite toy and can calm him down when he is sad.
**He still get swaddled at nap time and bedtime
**If he isn't sleeping we will take him out of his car seat and put him right in the cart in the front seat at the store and he loves to look around and see everything and everyone around him. The first time he road in the cart sitting up was at IKEA and he smiled the whole time while holding onto the little bar. It was a fun ride for him.
**He loves to go to both of his grandmas and grandpas and I am so excited that he is able to see both of them all the time growing up.

**This little man is  in size 3 diapers...he can still fit in 2s but for blow outs and stuff the 3 are better
**He is in mostly 6-9 month clothes with a few 9-12 months depending on the brand. I just went through his dresser and put away a bunch of the clothes that don't fit anymore...it was sad for mama. :( He is growing so fast
**We thought poopie diapers were bad before well now that he is eating solids and has real poop it is even worse. Gotta love those poopie diapers. bleh
**Little M loves paper...anything made out of paper he gets so excited about he will crinkle it in his hands and we really have to watch him because he also likes to eat it. We have even found paper in his poop.

**Maddux saw the music man at Murray High school because two of Ty's cousins were in it and he loved the music in it. He saw it twice and was good both times until the end and then he did good as long as we were in the back. He ate part of the program when we were there the first time and I found it in his poop that night with the writing in it and everything. GROSS
**He still loves his baths and showers

**Lately when he is tired he will sometimes tilt his little head to the side to his shoulder and it is sooooo cute.
**Little M also rubs his eyes when he is tired. I don't know what it is about babies rubbing their eyes but it is so precious.
**He is for sure getting to the stage now that he can get around he is starting to get into everything. It is fun to watch him explore but we for sure have to keep a constant eye on him now.

**He has started to sit up in hi s crib. When we hear him in the morning or after naps right after he wakes up he is almost always out of his blanket and sitting up hollering waiting for us to come get him. And as soon as we walk in he gives us a huge smile. Everything is so worth it when you get flashed that adorable smile.
**Me and my mom painted his room from a pinkish white to a really pretty brown and I love it now we need to finish decorating it now that it is finally painted.

**Maddux smiles whenever I get him in his car seat and tell him it is time to pick up daddy from school or the bus stop. He gets so excited to see daddy after missing him all day. When daddy gets home he just follows him around and I love to watch it.
**He loves to wear his little beanies and he looks to cute in them.
**I have a necklace that is long and has a bunch of stuff hanging off it and it is his favorite toy at church. I have to wear it every week because sometimes it is the only thing that will keep him entertained and quiet during sacrament meeting

**He is constantly flirting and smiling with strangers at stores and at church.
**He is so so so so so so ticklish. His back, his feet, his neck, his legs are all ticklish...he gets this from mommy
**He is such a champ and is still nursing really well which is so good for him and so nice for mommy
**He is still averaging 3 naps a day and sleeping through the night 10-12 hours a night
**He still loves his binkie and helps him to soothe himself. He can even put it in himself. He also likes to chew on it and everything else....so Grandpa Jacobs (pop pop) has nicknamed him "Mista Chew"

**This cute little mister is such a ham for the camera...If I am taking his picture he just loves it and it is not hard to get him to smile for pictures.
**He love sbuttons especially computer keyboards. We have an extra one that we let him play with and I think it is his favorite toy...that and mommy's cell phone (which he is not allowed to have anymore because he got on to the internet one time I guess and racked up my bill....haha little stinker)
**Mommy loves to put his hair in Mohawks and it looks so handsome. He is such a champ and lets me do his hair.

**He is just loving his baby cheetos. We call them his treats and everytime we say he can have a treat he kicks his legs, smiles and gets so excited for them. WE have to give them to him after he eats his baby food though or all he wants is the cheetos.
**He also loves the flavored little baby puffs as a snack.

**He got his first sippy cup but he is still getting used to it. He doesn't know how to tip it by himself yet so when we help him with it he does really good and loves to have water and apple juice from it.
**He had apple juice for the first time this month and thinks it is so tasty he just can't get enough of it.

**Maddux has the most beautiful eyes and eye lashes and people that I don't even know are always telling me that as well. He is going to be a lady killer. :)
**He loves to have his ears cleaned out after bath time but he HATES his nose cleaned as soon as we even get close to his nose he knows what we are doing and freaks out

**He is still teething but still no teeth...I think they will be coming in any minute now
**Maddux puts anything in his mouth, he will even put his binkie all the way in his mouth so all we see when he smiles is a green line haha

**He loves to be naked and so when we are changing his diaper he likes to make a run for it so he can be naked for a while it is so funny.
**He pulls himself up to his knees
**He loves the light on in the car...if he is fussy we can turn on that light and it will help him to calm down.

We love you little Maddux I can't believe how big and fun you are getting!

My 2010 favorite things

 320 Sycamore is having a fun "favorite things" link party! And it got me thinking of my favorite things of 2010.

 I have a list of my top 25 favorites. 25 you ask? Yes 25, I couldn't narrow it down any more if I tried.



so here they are in no particular order...

1. Skinny Jeans

I LOVE skinny Jean they are my favorite pants to wear. They are comfy and cute. You can wear them with flats. heels or boots. They are perfect for every season. You can dress them up or dress them down. I have two pair (they are both dark I need some light ones) and I wear them all the time (just ask my husband) and I just might need to get some more.

 2. Ugg Boots

These are my favorite boots to wear in the fall and winter. I think I wear them everyday during those two seasons especially if it is raining or snowing. I HATE when the bottom of my pants get wet so these are the perfect solution to wear out and they keep my feet warm and oh so comfy. Can you tell I have a comfortable theme going on here. Again I were these with everything...jeans, sweat pants, even a few of my skirts. (I have the airwalks brand because they are cheaper but just as good and cute)

3. The Biggest Loser

This is one of mine and Ty's favorite shows. It is inspiring, motivating, and entertaining. We get so into it every year and I connect with the contestants and hate to see most of them go throughout the season. Can I just say that I am soooo excited for make over week! These people just make me want to do better. I want to meet Bob one day so bad.

4. Snuggie Blanket

I know this thing is a little silly...but ever since I got one for my birthday last year I just love it, especially in the winter time. It is perfect to snuggle up with while watching TV. Everyone needs one of these. I got one for Ty for Christmas so we could enjoy them together. Awwww. I even have the pink one for breast cancer awareness. 

5. My faith

I love my faith and am so thankful and proud to be a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I love the salt lake temple and it is where me and my cute hubby got married and sealed 3 years ago. 

(doesn't it just look like a beautiful princess castle)

6. Italian Village Pizza Benders

Ok these are so addictive and have got to be my favorite food for this year. If you live in or near Murray Utah you have got to try this place. It is this cute little restaurant and everything I have tried there is delicious but my favorite is the salad with their delicious ranch dressing and a pineapple and pepperoni pizza bender. So cheesy...sooo yummy. 

7. Twilight

I love anything twilight. They were the most addictive books I have ever read and got me to love reading again. I now, because of these books, own a library card again and am reading all sorts of books all the time. I also like the movies and will own them all.

8. My black pumps

My cute Ty bought me these beauties for my birthday this year and I just love them. They go with everything. They dress up every outfit and I feel pretty when I wear them. I believe they are a fashion staple and everyone needs some plain black pumps. 

9. My Nikon Coolpix L110

We got this camera this year because, yes it is true, I some how washed and DRIED our old camera :( The only good thing that came out of that was this lovely camera and I just love how good the pictures look. 

10. Mod Podge

I love this stuff. I feel like anyone that likes to decorate or make crafts needs this. You can do so many different projects with it to sprus up your home. Me and my mom just did a big project for Maddux's room with this lovely ingredient and I can't wait to post pictures of it when it is completed and up on the wall.

11. Lucky Body Spray

Oh my heavens I love this smell. It is and always will be my perfume of choice and no one can convince me other wise. haha. No but really spraying just a little of this on me every morning or before I go out on a date with the hubby make me feel fresh. Who doesn't like to smell good anyway?! 

12. Vaseline Lotion

This item is probably the thing I used the MOST, multiple times a day, than anything else on the list. I love lotion and am a bit obsessed. Every time I wash my hands I have to put lotion on and I love how moisturizing this kind is. I have tried so many kinds of lotion and always seem to come back to this. It has got to have the pump too and it sits right on my side of the bathroom counter. 

13. 5k Jogging Stroller

I love this stroller and I even got it used on KSL classifieds so it was so much cheaper than buying a new one. I am still able to go on my jogs even when the hubby is at school and I have baby Maddux.He is so good on our runs.

14. Insanity DVD Workout Program

We just started this the end of this year and I don't think I have ever had such a hard workout. I am not much of a sweater but I drip after each workout with this program. There is a schedule that is set up for you to follow so that you know what workout to do on each day and there is even a recovery day every week. My favorite thing about this program is that you don't need weights it is all just using your body weight. The other fabulous thing about my copy is that I bought them still in the package brand new on KSL classifieds and got it for $70 dollars off the original price. Can you say steal?! This is perfect for getting back into shape along with running after having a baby. It kicks my butt. 

15. Loreal Bare Naturale Mineral foundation

This is the only foundation that I will use on my face now and for the rest of my life. It is so light weight I don't even feel like I am wearing any makeup and it covers so nicely. I also like that it is a powder and that there are so many tones to choose from. It also has sunscreen in it how can you go wrong with that?! I wont leave the house without this on.

16. Maddux's Bumbo Seat

This is thee coolest seat for babies and I think every mom needs one for their little ones. The babies love them and it teaches them how to sit up before they can on their own. Maddux loved to sit in his and still does to this day. You can also get a tray for it. This seat is a life savor for me when I am cooking and he wants to be up by me I can sit him in this on the floor by me and he is happy. They have these seats in so many different colors.

17. Bath and Body Works Foam Soaps

My cute husband has got me addicted to these this last year. I used to just get the regular soaps which are good too but then Ty asked me why I didn't get the foam kind and told me how much he likes it so next time I was out I got it and fell in love. And don't we agree that bath and body works have the BEST smells. Also these lotions and soaps are so good for friend gifts. I like to have a few on hand for gifts just in case. 

18. Missy Higgins

I LOVE Missy Higgins and I could seriously listen to her all day long. My cute Ty got me this CD for my birthday and I think he wishes he hadn't because every time we are in the car I pop this bad boy in. I never get sick of it but I think Ty wants some more manly music to listen to every now and then.

19. Cricket Machine

Well my mom's Cricket machine is one of my favorite things. I don't have one yet but my cute mom lets me use hers anytime I want and even taught me how to use it last time I wanted some Vinyl. It is perfect for vinyl lettering, scrapbooking, cards and other home crafts. Thank you mom for letting me use this until I get my own one day. (hint...hint...Ty) haha ok maybe when you are done with law school.

20. Equate Facial Cleansing Wipes

I use these every night to take off my makeup before I go to bed and it is so perfect. It gets it all off so nicely and leaves my skin feeling oh so soft. I used to use the name brand kind but this works just as good and I get twice as much for half the price.

 21. Slurpee

This is another one of my favorite things that my husband really got me addicted to this year. I have always liked slurpees but until we move back up to Salt Lake we didn't have a 711 near us but now that there is one just down the street you better believe that we get this treat constantly. The Rootbeer was my favorite but it was only a summer thing. Now it is Cherry Coke or Pina Colata

 22. Redbox

Oh yeah Redbox baby I love this thing. In fact I really wish I would have invented it. $1 movies how can you not like that? Ok so most of the time they are one dollar unless you are like me and the hubby and don't return them for two or three days. oops. I love how you can reserve it from your home computer and then just go pick it up watch it and return it the next day. So worth a dollar. We love movies!

23. 409 and Clorox wipes

I am combining these two because I couldn't pick a favorite between them when it come to cleaning. I use these two items daily. They are life savers and I love the clean aroma they leave behind.

 24. Frizz Ease Hairspray

This is another favorite that I have always loved, tried other hairsprays but always come right back to this one. I love that purple lid. No but really this hairspray does wonders for my hair. I am a firm believer in it depends on your hair type for which hairspray is best for you but this one is THEEE BEST for my hair. Ask hubby he tries to get me to try cheaper kind but I wont back down. :)

25.My Family

They are my favoritest of all my favorites! My boys are my world like I have said before and they are by far my most favorite things :) How did I get so lucky?

What are your favorite things?