Ryland is 2!

Ryland turned 2 on February 24th.

This is his cake--my attempt at a lion, because he loves lions and loves roaring like them.

Ryland has grown up so much. He literally astounds us with how much he has grown. He is off the charts for everything, and the doctor says he is just a big healthy boy. He doesn't like water in his ears, the doctor (poor Dr. Jones), our dog Hershey sniffing him, pasta, or his older siblings taking his toys. He loves hugs, his baby (or ba-e) brother, Go, Dog, Go!, battery-powered trains, milk, beans and rice, the colors blue and orange, lions, saying prayers, and Jesus Christ. When we sing the song "Follow the prophet" he "corrects" us and says, "Follow Jesus Christ."We are grateful for his calm, caring, peaceful spirit. He makes us laugh and melts our hearts every day. Happy Birthday, little man!

Sick, Sick, Sick...

Hudson got a cough and congestion. He would cough so hard he would vomit. He seemed to be laboring a bit to breathe. I brought him into the doctor on Friday February 3rd. It was RSV. The doctor thought he still seemed okay but said that if he got worse to take him to Cardon Children's Hospital. I was stressed because Jonathan was gone to an overnight scout training. I didn't know if Hudson would need to go in the middle of the night. We managed through till Jonathan got home. We thought Hudson was still okay, but Sunday morning his breathing was more labored. We took him to the urgent care first, hoping that a hospital stay would not be necessary. Unfortunately his oxygen levels were dropping and they suggested that we go in an ambulance. At that point I lost it. I was scared for him. We rode up to the hospital via ambulance. None of our kids has even been to the emergency room before, so this was all new to me. That night things got bad. His temp was 104 degrees. They said that if his temp didn't drop he would start seizing. His laboring was more and more labored. Five nurses and doctors were working on him at once. They started mentioning taking him to the PICU. Thankfully they tried him on a high flow oxygen which is more invasive, and it seemed to stabilize him. After four days and three long nights, we got to go home early. They expected him to stay till probably Friday. I am so grateful that he is doing so much better. It was a scary experience.

Leighton is five!

We celebrated Leighton's fifth birthday on Saturday. This was his first real party inviting over his friends. He had a blast.

I can't believe I have been a mother for half a decade. I am starting to feel old. I am so grateful for Leighton. He is smart, sweet, loving, full of energy, spiritual, and 100% boy. I love him and I am grateful to be his mother.

Fun at the Show!

Disney characters and artwork ©Disney, Disney/Pixar characters ©Disney/Pixar

So last night was Disney On Ice presents Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story 3 at the United Airways Center in Phoenix. It was a late night but we had a blast.

The show featured the whole gang from Toy Story. In the above picture you can see Bullseye, Rex, Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie. The costumes were awesome, and the kids loved every minute of it. It is amazing how captivating the show is for kids of all ages. My oldest is only almost 5, but I saw even teenage kids enjoying the show. My niece was there. She is only 16 months but she was dancing to the music. I laughed so hard. Ryland was dancing too. I was watching my kids faces half the time because I loved to see how thrilled they were.

Here is a pic of their open mouth captivation. Enough said...

Here is another fun picture of the show. The army men were fun.

I thought the show was so fun. I especially liked the black light with the alien toys. They even had "the claw." I was amazed at how they covered so much of the story line during the show. The skaters were enthusiastic and flawless from my perspective. Our seats gave us an awesome view of the show. Though I am tired this morning (which results from trying to take 4 young kids anywhere) I would go to the show again in a heartbeat.

Times for the show if you still want to go:

Wednesday, January 18th – 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, January 19th – 7:30 p.m.

Friday, January 20th – 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 21st – 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, January 22nd – 1:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

It is at the US Airways Center – 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Ticket price levels are $14, $18, $25, $40 (VIP) and $68 (Front Row).

Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com, by calling 800-745-3000 or at the venue B.

Don't forget the deal on tickets. Use the code MOMMYDEAL.The deal is 4 tickets for $44 and is good only on the $18 and $14 price levels.Valid only on Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 5:30 p.m.

This code can be used online, at the box office, and by phone.

STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS TO USE CODE ONLINE:Log on to: http://www.ticketmaster.com/Type Disney on Ice and click the red search buttonScroll down to any of the following showtimes:Thursday 7:30, Friday 10:30 and 7:30, Saturday 7:30 and Sunday 5:30Click “Find Tickets”Go to the “Advance or Promotion Ticket Selection”Click how many tickets you would likeClick either the $14 or $18 price level (MUST SELECT ONE OF THESE PRICES TO GET THE DEAL)Type code: MOMMYDEALClick the red “Find Tickets” buttonType in the security wordsClick ContinueSelect Delivery method, click continueLog in or create a Ticketmaster account, click continueEnter payment information. If you click under Price Details, you will see that it is an $11 ticket (plus facility fees and convenience charges)

I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events. Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

Last Chance for Tickets

Disney characters and artwork ©Disney, Disney/Pixar characters ©Disney/Pixar


My kids are so excited. We've informed them that there is a surprise in store for tomorrow night. I couldn't tell them too early or it would be torture for them to wait. I have Toy Story pajamas that look like Buzz Lightyear and Woody costumes for the boys to wear. Savannah will just have to wear her Ariel ones, because they don't carry Jessie ones. I can't wait to see their faces when they watch the show.



So if you haven't gotten tickets yet for Disney On Ice presents Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story 3, it isn't too late. Visit this link to see an exciting clip of the show! http://www.disneyonice.com/ and click on Toy Story 3 to see the video!



The show starts tomorrow night and runs through January 22nd. Here are the show times and dates:



Wednesday, January 18th – 7:30 p.m.


Thursday, January 19th – 7:30 p.m.


Friday, January 20th – 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.


Saturday, January 21st – 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.


Sunday, January 22nd – 1:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.



It is at the US Airways Center – 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004


Ticket price levels are $14, $18, $25, $40 (VIP) and $68 (Front Row).



Opening Night tickets available for "Buy One Get One Free" (excluding Front Row and VIP seating areas and limited to 6 per order). Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com, by calling 800-745-3000 or at the venue B.



Don't forget the deal on tickets. Use the code MOMMYDEAL.The deal is 4 tickets for $44 and is good only on the $18 and $14 price levels.



Valid only on Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 5:30 p.m. This code can be used online, at the box office, and by phone.



STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS TO USE CODE ONLINE:


Log on to: http://www.ticketmaster.com/


Type Disney on Ice and click the red search button


Scroll down to any of the following showtimes:Thursday 7:30, Friday 10:30 and 7:30, Saturday 7:30 and Sunday 5:30


Click “Find Tickets”Go to the “Advance or Promotion Ticket Selection”


Click how many tickets you would like


Click either the $14 or $18 price level (MUST SELECT ONE OF THESE PRICES TO GET THE DEAL)


Type code: MOMMYDEAL


Click the red “Find Tickets” button


Type in the security words


Click Continue


Select Delivery method, click continue


Log in or create a Ticketmaster account, click continue


Enter payment information. If you click under Price Details, you will see that it is an $11 ticket (plus facility fees and convenience charges)





See my last post for more about the show:http://raderrendition.blogspot.com/2011/12/disney-on-ice.html




I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events. Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

Great Deal on a Great Show!

Disney characters and artwork ©Disney, Disney/Pixar characters ©Disney/Pixar
I am so excited (especially for my kids) because Disney on Ice is coming back to Phoenix. This is one of my kids favorite things to do. We have been several times, and the kids look forward to it every year. This year's show has some of their favorite characters.

THE TOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN!

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS DISNEY•PIXAR’S TOY STORY 3
IS COMING TO PHOENIX, JANUARY 18 - 22!

WHAT: Toy Story 3, the Academy Award®-winning smash hit blockbuster, is so hot it’s cool as

everyone’s favorite toys take to the ice in Disney On Ice presents Disney•Pixar’s Toy

Story 3! An accomplished creative team and a cast of world-class skaters are bringing

Woody, the pull-string cowboy; space ranger Buzz Lightyear; Jessie, the yodeling

cowgirl; and the rest of the Toy Story gang to fans and families around the country in

this all-new, high-energy ice spectacular.

Inspired by the #1 animated movie of all time, Toy Story 3, and memorable moments from Toy Story and Toy Story 2, everyone’s favorite characters are hitting the ice in this sensational live production coming to your hometown! Catch all the heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever. Plus a few new faces join the fun, including Barbie’s groovy bachelor Ken and Lots-o’-Huggin’ Bear. It’s the biggest Toy Story experience ever on ice, jam-packed with fast-paced adventure such as Buzz’s galactic battle with Emperor Zurg and a hoe-down on the set of "Woody’s Roundup." Relive the humor, friendship and charm of Toy Story when Disney On Ice presents Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story 3 takes family fun to infinity and beyond!

WHEN: January 18 – 22, 2012

Wednesday, January 18th – 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 19th – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, January 20th – 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 21st – 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, January 22nd – 1:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

WHERE: US Airways Center – 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004

TICKETS: Ticket price levels are $14, $18, $25, $40 (VIP) and $68 (Front Row). Opening Night

tickets available for "Buy One Get One Free" (excluding Front Row and VIP seating

areas and limited to 6 per order). Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com, by

calling 800-745-3000 or at the venue B

Visit this link to see an exciting clip of the show! http://www.disneyonice.com/ and click on Toy Story 3 to see the video!

The best part is that I have a great deal on tickets if anyone is interested.The deal is 4 tickets for $44 and is good only on the $18 and $14 price levels.
Promo code – MOMMYDEAL
Valid only on Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 5:30 p.m.
Online, box office, and phones
Restrictions – no double discounts, not valid on previously purchased tickets or group sales. Additional fees apply.


STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS TO USE CODE ONLINE:
Log on to: http://www.ticketmaster.com/
Type Disney on Ice and click the red search button
Scroll down to any of the following showtimes:
Thursday 7:30, Friday 10:30 and 7:30, Saturday 7:30 and Sunday 5:30
Click “Find Tickets”
Go to the “Advance or Promotion Ticket Selection”
Click how many tickets you would like
Click either the $14 or $18 price level (MUST SELECT ONE OF THESE PRICES TO GET THE DEAL)
Type code: MOMMYDEAL
Click the red “Find Tickets” button
Type in the security words
Click Continue
Select Delivery method, click continue
Log in or create a Ticketmaster account, click continue
Enter payment information. If you click under Price Details, you will see that it is an $11 ticket (plus facility fees and convenience charges)


I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events. Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

Baby #4

We are so excited to be expecting our fourth child. I am now 13 weeks along and the baby is due December 11th. Yes, we are crazy enough to have 4 kids four and under (for a month and a half). We are thrilled and so are Leighton, Savannah, and Ryland (well, I guess he doesn't really get it but he will soon enough). Leighton has all kinds of fun questions. And Leighton and Savannah were fighting about whether it is a girl or a boy. Doesn't this baby look like it is sucking its thumb?