February 2012

 February was quite a busy and happening month, it definately had its ups and downs. On an up Ayla decided it was time to be a big girl.  She was overall very easy to potty train.  Day 1 and 2 had quite a few accidents but onto the third day she had it figured out.

 She had a potty chart that each time she went pee she got one sticker and a piece of candy.  If she went poop she got two stickers and ICE CREAM!

 Ayla also joined a Multi Cultural Dance group that many focuses on Mexican Folklore dancing. She was the youngest in the group by several years. 

Ahrian grew to love food more and more! There are very few things that this kid won't eat.

In the middle of February we made the decision that it was time to sell our home.  Immediately we had many interested people and sometimes up to 4 showings a day.  Taking care of 2 young kids, keeping a house constantly spotless and trying to figure out where we were going to going to move kept us very busy!



Our Valentine's Date

The weekend before Valentine's Milton and I took a trip into the mountains to Granby. We had purchased a groupon for a sleigh ride and dinner. We didn't know exactly what to expect and dressed a bit too nicely for the occasion, but it sure was worth it. The date started off with an hour sleigh ride through the beautiful snowy mountains of Granby.

Milton had forgotten his ear muffs so he had to wrap my scarf around his head.

As we arrived it started to snow lightly. It was quite cold so the snowflakes on my blanket were perfectly shaped.
After the sleigh ride they took us back to their ranch and served us steak and trout. It was delicious! We would definitely recommend the Sombrero Ranch! We can't wait to do it again.

Lots and Lots of White Stuff

We have had a lot of snow this year! The night that we put Bahlu down it started to snow and snow. I was very disappointed because I was waiting for it to snow so I could hook Bahlu up to the sled and have him pull Ayla around. So, Milton had to do it instead.

Even old boy Kusko joined the fun and found some energy to romp around a bit.

Ayla outlasted all of us! She just didn't want to go inside.

That following week we had a play date with Xander and Spencer. Xander had built a huge snow cave. They always have so much fun together.

Bahlu AKA Baby Babas 04/2006-02/02/2012

Today was one of the worst days! We had to make the horrible decision of putting Bahlu down. Here's our final family picture (minus Kusko and Ahrian). As you can tell the smiles are quite forced and Ayla is very confused as to what is happening.

Giving him as much loves as possible.

I can't even describe how horrible putting a pet down is! He passed away with his head on Milton's lap on my arms around him. There were many tears shed, before, during and after! He has left a very big (170 lb) impression in our lives! We love you Bahlu and hope to see you again.

Here are some pics to remember him by...

April 26, 2007 - Bahlu's Adoption Day! He was 1 year old, 140 lbs, no manners/training with abuse and neglect issues. However, he still had so much love to give.

Our Dane Deer!

Bahlu was one of the largest Danes I've ever met! Truly a big baby in all aspects.

My all time favorite of Bahlu! He has left a huge hole in our hearts and we miss him dearly! May you be remembered as the big, loving, drooly and goofy dane that you were and not the issues you were dealt.