Digital Scrapbookers???

Okay so I have a few questions and I know there are a lot of digital scrapbookers on my friends list, due to the cute headings on your pages. I have wanted to start doing a few pages like this in Ellie's scrapbook and making a cute heading for my blog, but I have no idea where to start. I have found places to get free downloads and paper. So my question is what type of software do you use? Where is a good place to print off your pages? And anything else what would be of some use. Thanks for any advice I look forward to reading your comments.

I was also wondering what company people were using to turn their blog into a book??

And the Stats are in...

Today was Ellie's 12 month check-up. She weighed in at 22 lbs 13 oz. and she is 31 1/2 inches tall. She was over 100% for her height, don't know where she gets that from, neither Brady or me are giants. She also went down for her first nap, without a bottle. Hopefully, we can fully get rid of it in the next few days!!

Ellie enjoying a Sunday afternoon read!

Sentimental Sunday

A few days before Ellie's birthday I went through her clothes and packed a bunch away. I also went through her toys and baby stuff and packed them up. Then they just sat in the corner of her room, until Brady could store them up in the attic. Well, today was that day!! As we were getting stuff together we decided to also pack up Ellie's swing. It was a little sad that she is already so big!! Here is look back on Ellie's favorite pastime: swinging!!

Flashback Friday

I have not been to diligent with these posts the past few months, but hopefully that is over now!Since we were traveling yesterday we didn't do anything spectacular for the 24th of July.
Here are a few pictures of Ellie's first holiday.

California Dreamin PartTwo

Monday morning Brady's alarm clock on his phone woke us up at 5:45 utah time translating to 4:45 CA time!! Ellie woke up and fussed until I made a bottle put her in bed with us where she finally fell back asleep. Well at 5:30 I was still awake so I got ready and went for down to the hotel gym. When I got back I started getting ready, we were suppose to meet everyone downstairs at 8:00 to go to Sea World. Well at 7:40 Ellie was still zonked! I finally had to blow dry my hair I had stalled long enough, the little tyke didn't even budge. Everyone else left us behind and Ellie finally stirred at about 8:15! We quickly got her fed and dressed and headed out for Sea World. By the time we left we had missed rush hour though!

I was a little surprised Ellie with her love for animals that she was just not that into the park. At some of the sights she would rather run around and have Hailey chase her. Not until the evening shows did she even make it through an entire show. It wasn't on purpose that the 2 youngest on the trip wore matching outfits!!

At lunch time Ellie was getting a little tired so we decided to take her back for an afternoon nap. She fell asleep in her stroller and didn't even move when we put her in her carseat. Then we stopped for lunch and put her back in the stroller where she slept soundly. Not until the walk back to the hotel did she wake up!! I guess she was one tired little girl!

After coming back we took Ellie over to the Sesame Street Playground, she had a blast crawling around with the other kids and being free to go wherever she wanted. She did a little better at the night shows and fell sound asleep at Shamu and missed the fireworks. Oh well, maybe next time!

Tuesday was the free day of our trip and we spent the day on Coronado Island. We ate at a little cafe on main street and then went to the beach. Ellie loved playing in the ocean with her Daddy and crawling around on the towels! However, she HATED the planes from the Navy Base next door that flew over every 30 minutes or so! And the fact that Grandma, Grandpa, and Tami got lost on their way and missed the first half of the beach trip:( I also pulled out my camera and the batteries were dead, so I will have to post pictures once Jessica gets me hers! That night our little family went back to Old Town for some great spicy mexican food and a walk around! We found a great candy shop with the best salt water taffy.

As our trip was winding down we spent our last adventure at the San Diego Zoo. By this time we were pretty worn out and enjoyed most of the animals from the view of the seats on the guided bus tour. We visited the petting zoo and took a trip across the zoo on the SkyTram. Ellie loved peering over the edge at the animals below! However, Jessica took her for a walk on the other side and put her to sleep, so she missed the view on the way back. By noon we were done and headed back to La Jolla with the Johnson Girls for lunch @ Cozymels. The rest of the day we went swimming at the hotel, took naps, and started organizing and packing up our stuff!

That night Holly watched Ellie for us so that we could enjoy a dinner childless! It was so nice of her so we headed back downtown to enjoy fish and lobster. It was so good, we ate right on the water and despite the chilly breeze loved every minute. Then we walked around fisherman's wharf and took a drive along the coast of La Jolla before heading back to the hotel! We loved our trip and had so much fun, we can't wait for the next family vaca!!

California Dreamin Part 1

Disclamer: Sorry about this post and the next few that folow, it is a little long, but I wanted to remember some stories! If you don't want to read it all at least enjoy the pictures!!

Friday morning was the beginning of the Flygare Family vacation to California. It all started with Holly, Jessica, and Hailey driving down to stay with us on Thursday night. Ellie loved having the visitors and started showing off for them with her new dance moves. Friday morning we got up bright and early and headed out to Anaheim. Our drive down was quite uneventful til just past Baker when Brady checks on Ellie and she has poured her entire sippy cup all down her front and was sitting in a puddle of water. She didn't mind it so she stayed that way until Barstow where we got the "emergency" outfit and dried out the seat while enjoying a burger @ In and Out.

We finally made it to Anaheim and Angel stadium for the the Angel/Red Sox game. We got there early enough for batting practice, Ellie was a little anxious so I was worried about the game, but once it started she settled down and enjoyed watching the fans. Luckily, we saw a few great plays, but our Red Sox's got beaten by quite a bit despite our cheers. After the game we drove down to La Jolla and met up with the rest of the family @ the hotel.

Saturday was the reason for our trip, Brady's sister graduated from National University with her Masters in Education. Brady and I got up and drove past Torrey Pines Golf Course, the site of Tiger Woods big win a few weeks ago, and around downtown, so Ellie could take a little nap in the car. After she woke up we walked around the gaslamp district and went to the graduation. Meredith Baxter, the mom from Family Ties, was the keynote speaker and did an excellent job. We sat at the back so that Ellie could wander around. Now that she walks that is ALL she wants to do. However, during one of her breaks she was sitting on the chair between Brady and I and all of a sudden it dumped her out the back and she landed on the floor. She wasn't hurt, just a little startled! After the graduation we went out to eat and Ellie was not a very good girl. She didn't want to sit in her highchair, she didn't want to eat, & she didn't want her parents. She just wanted down, well, at this restaurant it was not really an option, so we spent some time outdoors. At this point we are thinking it could be a long trip!

With a good nights rest we got up early and headed to the Wild Animal Park with the Johnson Girls and Grandpa. It was nice and cool there, Ellie loved the animals. We went inside a huge bird cage and Ellie wanted to take a bird home. She was laughing and talking up a storm to the birds. She also loved the MeerKats and gave them kisses through the glass. She also loved watching the lion cubs wrestle and roar and scare Jessica half to death. Then we went on a tram ride that takes you through an African Safari. It was really cool to see all the animals roaming around together. I was leary about this park at first, but after going I would definitely go back. The animals were very active compared to most zoos and there were lots of trees that kept us cool!

After coming back to the hotel for a little nap time and waiting for the other group to get back from the park he headed out again. This time we went into Old Town to celebrate Ellie's birthday with Brady's family. We ate at Bella Pizza and it was so delicious, except for the chocolate pizza. Hersey bar and cheese do not mix well!! Ellie was much better behaved this time and enjoyed opening her gifts. She got some new clothes, a few toys, a soft cuddly blanket, and a tutu and princess crown. They were all adorable and she loved them. When Ellie got sick of her seat Haily took her on walks. If Haily wasn't with us, I don't know how we would survive, those two are quite a pair and are having way to much fun together!!

Terrific Thursday

Before Brady left for work today he asked if I wanted to meet him for lunch, of course I agreed who would pass up lunch. We went to our usually place Bajios! I have been a big fan until I noticed a lot more $$ for less of a salad and no more free meal cards:( I guess we will be hitting up Cafe Rio more often. Anyway, after lunch Brady said he needed to stop by Rebel Sports to pick up something for work. Surprise!! We really went there to pick out some new running shoes for me. I started running a little over a month ago and I am hoping to run more than 2 miles tomorrow in my new shoes. This might not sound like much to you, but this is a BIG milestone. Before this crazy idea I could barely make it a block without dying! Thanks Brady you are the best husband ever & I love them!!