happy birthday mom!

April 19th was my mom's 57th birthday!! Unfortunately she and my dad went to Arizona to visit my Aunt Julie and Uncle Jerry for a week so we didn't really get to celebrate it with her!! But here are 57 reasons why we love you:

1. Because You gave birth to me.
2. Because you kept all our baby blankets and outfits that we came home in from the hospital in.
3. Because you didn't put me in time out when I was 1 and told you to, "Shut up, Be quiet" when you asked if I wanted a cracker.
4. Because you would put me and Kari on the counter when you would cook and to this day we both sit on the side counter when we are in the kitchen cooking.
5. Because you and dad took us on lots of trips, bless your hearts.
6. Because you would go and buy us coke if we were sick in the middle of the night.
7. Because when we were scared or sick you made us sleep on the floor next to you and never let us in your bed... smart parenting :)
8. Because you would pay us a couple dollars if we found your cell phone or glasses for you.
9. Because you use to have like 10 Guinea pigs at a time.  
10. Because you took A LOT of home videos when we were little and now we all treasure them!
11. Because you didn't make me go to young womens when they did personal progress when I finished it when I was 14.
12. Because you are the only mom I know of that would tell their child they need to work less when they are in high school... even though I didn't listen :)
13. Because you say that's silly.
14. Because you say, "Well goody goody for them"
15. Because you say, "How rude" all the time from the show full house.
16. Because you would accidentally lock the door before I was home, so when I would come home at 3am I would crawl through the doggy door.
17. Because you let me get married at 18 ;)
18. Because You love us enough to let Hunter and I live with you.
19. Because we go grocery shopping together.
20. Because you love Hunter more than me.. its sad, but true.
21. Because your house is always clean!
22. Because you taught me how to cook.
23. Because some people call you Barbie and you named me Kelli... coincidence?
24. Because you watch t.v. shows with me when hunter is in school.
25. Because you always make sunday dinners... EVERY sunday.
26. Because you support me in everything I've done.
27. Because you support hunter in everything he does.
28. Because you tell me Hunter and I should go on more trips.
29. Because you tell me I need to learn how to spend money.
30. Because you go to Hunter's softball games and cheer for him.
31. Because you give us treat bags for every holiday.
32. Because you and Dad take us out to dinner for our birthdays.
33. Because you give us a variety of gift cards for Christmas!!
34. Because you always sing all the songs during general conference and try and make everyone else sing it too..
35. Because you want me to have a baby... as does everyone else :)
36. Because you always make the best meals ever!!
37. Because you almost always burn rolls.. and its too funny not to laugh about it.
38. Because you gave us your washer and dryer and entertainment center and tv when we got married.
39. Because you invite us to go on trips with you guys all the time.
40. Because you are always trying to help everyone with anything they need.
41. Because you are Grandma Barbara to anyone with little children.
42. Because you are the reason I've wanted a baby since I was 5.
43. Because I learned from the best.
44. Because you buy us random treats and drinks when you leave us and go on vacation.
45. Because you are the best mom ever!
46. Because if I were to repeat any of these twice you probably wouldn't notice :)
47. Because you always talk with me after work and we just talk for hours.
48. Because you leave a list of chores for me and hunter to do sometimes ;)
49. Because you have a strong testimony.
50. Because you always took us to church.. even if the boys weren't dressed you would put their clothes in a bag and make them change in the car in the parking lot.
51. Because when I tell you I love you, you say "I love you more!" But in reality I love YOU most!
52. Because you love Dennis Quaid.
53. Because you'll be the best grandma ever!!
54. Because you might still be reading this list...
55. Because I'm your favorite child!! (just kidding)
56. Because you let me teach you how to use facebook and now you are a pro!!
57. Because its your birthday!!!

Happy Birthday mom!! We love you SOOO much! Thank you for supporting us in everything we do!!