So for the past couple of weeks I have been trying to upload our fun family pictures that we got taken but for some reason my computer won't pull them up on my blog. SOO I keep waiting to do a post until I figure it out but it looks like it might not happen...so, decided just to update you on our little family before Christmas time hits and you don't hear from me for another month!
Our little family is doing great, just enjoying this fun holiday filled month that sometimes seems crazy busy, but more then anything makes me so grateful for the family I have and the moments we share.
If you read the post below, you know we are expecting baby number four. I have been more sick with this one then any of my other babies for sure, so it's been kind of challenging. When i say sick, I mean throwing up 3-4 times a day, almost after every meal, but not being able to keep anything down so throwing up doesn't help because then I'm nauseous because i can't keep anything down! Already not sleeping at night, I seriously toss and turn ALL NIGHT!! So annoying! And then weak and tired from not getting sleep that I just want to stay in bed all day, but as you all know that IS NOT POSSIBLE with three other little kids! So, not to be a complainer, but it's kind of been a rough couple of months! BUT, after some advice from friends and doctor, I think I finally have it under control for the most part and am hoping the 'constant car sick' feeling is starting to fade...we shall see! Brooklyn and Austin are super excited to have another sibling and make sure to tell everyone that mommy has a baby in her tummy. Ben and I are very excited about this little one, and even though life is going going to be very crazy busy I can't wait! For those who are wondering, yes, I'm secretly hoping for a girl...how can't I?!!? But of course I know we will be blessed with whatever we are supposed to have and will love with every inch of my heart no matter what. I'm of still getting the looks from people that say "What the heck are you thinking?!," When I tell them we are expecting...but have gotten used to it and have come to the mind set as of late that we know what we are doing, my family is the number one most important thing to me and that's all that matters."
So, besides that we are just crazy busy getting ready for Christmas. I'm definitely one of those who has to be careful not to go overboard, and we are trying really hard to teach the true meaning of Christmas...but lets just say my four and two year old sleep with Toys R US magazines every night and tell me about 20 different things a day that they want from Santa. Talon would be happy with a piece of cardboard for Christmas, so he's my easiest one that's for sure.
You know, this time of year I always find myself wondering how I was so blessed to have such an amazing family. Such good kids, a loving supportive husband, a roof over my head and a warm place to sleep at night. There are so many out there that don't have these things and it breaks my heart when I actually stop and think how selfish I can be sometimes when I hear some kids are asking for a pair of shoes, a coat, food, etc... All that matters is that we are all together and have each other. To serve others and teach our children that the feeling we have in our home is not just from all of the Christmas music, the tree or the lights, that it's from us and the things we do together that brings that spirit into our home. I hope this Christmas season you all find joy in each other and know that we love each and every one of you.
Wishing you all a VERY Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
BABY NUMBER FOUR IS ON ITS WAY!!!!
That's right!!! We are excited to announce that baby number four is on it's way! Yes, we are crazy, four kids in 5 1/2 years (that's got to be some kind of record right?) I am due in July 19th , so am still in the early phase, but have been sicker then sick so far with this one and for those of you who have had babies know that number four is much harder to hide then number one or even two for that matter...I fee like my tummy is already starting to pop out, no joke! Anyways, with my wonderful past of miscarriages, I am hoping this little one holds on. To be 100% honest, when i first found out I was super scared and didn't really know how to react, but as the weeks have gone on I've grown to love this little one just as much as my other three and can't wait to hold that sweet baby in my arms and welcome him/her into our little (not so little anymore) family! I know our Father in Heaven has a plan for all of us and I know that this little baby is definitely part of mine.
I hope that you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoy the holidays with loved ones close by. I can't thank all of my friends and family enough for your love and support. xoxo
That's right!!! We are excited to announce that baby number four is on it's way! Yes, we are crazy, four kids in 5 1/2 years (that's got to be some kind of record right?) I am due in July 19th , so am still in the early phase, but have been sicker then sick so far with this one and for those of you who have had babies know that number four is much harder to hide then number one or even two for that matter...I fee like my tummy is already starting to pop out, no joke! Anyways, with my wonderful past of miscarriages, I am hoping this little one holds on. To be 100% honest, when i first found out I was super scared and didn't really know how to react, but as the weeks have gone on I've grown to love this little one just as much as my other three and can't wait to hold that sweet baby in my arms and welcome him/her into our little (not so little anymore) family! I know our Father in Heaven has a plan for all of us and I know that this little baby is definitely part of mine.
I hope that you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoy the holidays with loved ones close by. I can't thank all of my friends and family enough for your love and support. xoxo
Monday, November 9, 2009
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!
(Three new posts just so you know!...keep reading!)
Happy Halloween! Fall is my favorite time of year, such perfect weather and so many fun fall activities for families around here. We made it out to Thanksgiving Point this year and went to their famous "Cornbelly's corn maze." They had so many fun activities for the kids there, it was actually pretty amazing. Slides, blow up jumping things, hay rides, etc..my kids loved it and when it was to go they were kicking and screaming.
We had so much fun this year and am so sad that it's already over! This year my sweet Brooklyn was a dancer girl off of High School Musical, Austin was Bumblebee the Transformer, and Talon was a lion. They were the cutest kidos ever and had so much fun. We went to our wards trunk or treat and got more candy then you can imagine! My family was so nice and come up to spend it with us. My mom, dad, sister Kyli, and my other sister Taucia and her fiance' Ryan. During that day we went wedding dress shopping for Taucia and she found the dress of her dreams! Then we came home, went to the trunk or treat, came back home, ate pizza and the Oreo dirt cake and spider cupcakes I made, then watched a scary movie to end the night. Thanks to my family for coming and spending some time with us (especially to my 16 yr old sister Kyli, I know you had to have given up some sweet Halloween parties. I really appreciate it! Oh, and I just have to brag real quick about Kyli, she's a freshman and just made the varsity basketball team! Good job Kyli, I'll be coming home to watch many a games! Love you all, see you in a few weeks for Thanksgiving!
My little lion
Daddy and his boy
The famous dirt cake...it was soooo good if I do say so myself
Taucia and Ryan, so cute!
My spider cupcakes
(Three new posts just so you know!...keep reading!)
Happy Halloween! Fall is my favorite time of year, such perfect weather and so many fun fall activities for families around here. We made it out to Thanksgiving Point this year and went to their famous "Cornbelly's corn maze." They had so many fun activities for the kids there, it was actually pretty amazing. Slides, blow up jumping things, hay rides, etc..my kids loved it and when it was to go they were kicking and screaming.
We had so much fun this year and am so sad that it's already over! This year my sweet Brooklyn was a dancer girl off of High School Musical, Austin was Bumblebee the Transformer, and Talon was a lion. They were the cutest kidos ever and had so much fun. We went to our wards trunk or treat and got more candy then you can imagine! My family was so nice and come up to spend it with us. My mom, dad, sister Kyli, and my other sister Taucia and her fiance' Ryan. During that day we went wedding dress shopping for Taucia and she found the dress of her dreams! Then we came home, went to the trunk or treat, came back home, ate pizza and the Oreo dirt cake and spider cupcakes I made, then watched a scary movie to end the night. Thanks to my family for coming and spending some time with us (especially to my 16 yr old sister Kyli, I know you had to have given up some sweet Halloween parties. I really appreciate it! Oh, and I just have to brag real quick about Kyli, she's a freshman and just made the varsity basketball team! Good job Kyli, I'll be coming home to watch many a games! Love you all, see you in a few weeks for Thanksgiving!
My little lion
Daddy and his boy
The famous dirt cake...it was soooo good if I do say so myself
Taucia and Ryan, so cute!
My spider cupcakes
I thought this was such a cool chair...Talon thought otherwise as you can see!
"one day my prince will come..."such a little princess
Loves from my girl
They had such cute things at this place!
Austin was all smiles the whole time
Me and my baby
They went down this slide probably 50 times
cheese!
We aren't really brave enough around here to attempt carving pumpkins yet so we pain them. These are our final products
Ben is seriously awesome. We have probably been through three vacuums since we've lived here. Ben took back our other vacuum about a month ago and when he left I told him not to come home with some cheepo one again or I would scream! He called me and told me that he bought one on sale for $75 and all I said was, "If this one breaks in the next year I'm buying a Dyson." He just laughed and said ok. That night he walked in the door with a Dyson...oh I love him! Thanks for spoiling me babe. Our carpet has never been so clean, I vacuum every day now..it's my favorite chore!
Such an artist
"one day my prince will come..."such a little princess
Loves from my girl
They had such cute things at this place!
Austin was all smiles the whole time
Me and my baby
They went down this slide probably 50 times
cheese!
We aren't really brave enough around here to attempt carving pumpkins yet so we pain them. These are our final products
Ben is seriously awesome. We have probably been through three vacuums since we've lived here. Ben took back our other vacuum about a month ago and when he left I told him not to come home with some cheepo one again or I would scream! He called me and told me that he bought one on sale for $75 and all I said was, "If this one breaks in the next year I'm buying a Dyson." He just laughed and said ok. That night he walked in the door with a Dyson...oh I love him! Thanks for spoiling me babe. Our carpet has never been so clean, I vacuum every day now..it's my favorite chore!
This is Brooklyn's favorite part about Halloween, she LOVES painting the pumpkins, and every year she chooses blue.
Such an artist
My little pumpkin
LAKE POWELL BABY!!
Yes, that is right ladies and gentleman, I found my new favorite place on earth! Ben and his family have been talking Lake Powell up for YEARS. I never having been, knew it would be fun, but never imagined I would fall in love! Ben and I were invited with some friends of ours to go to Lake Powell the beginning of September and we had an absolute blast! We left the kids home with my little Sister for the weekend, so that made it even better! I loved spending some much needed time with my husband and getting to know 'us' again. The weather was perfect, in the 80's-90's and nights were gorgeous. We skiied, wakeboarded, watched the stars, played games, ate lots of food, swam, etc..It was a dream. I decided I love Lake Powell so much because of the peacness of it. It was so beautiful, serisously breath taking. All of the red rock and beautiful scenery was seriusly amazing. We slept in a tent, (which I love), layed out, read books, slept, it was fun. (I want to go back!) Even though i missed my kids, it was a much needed vacation and hope to do it again in the near future. Thanks friends, we had a blast!
Love you babe
Awww
Yes, that is right ladies and gentleman, I found my new favorite place on earth! Ben and his family have been talking Lake Powell up for YEARS. I never having been, knew it would be fun, but never imagined I would fall in love! Ben and I were invited with some friends of ours to go to Lake Powell the beginning of September and we had an absolute blast! We left the kids home with my little Sister for the weekend, so that made it even better! I loved spending some much needed time with my husband and getting to know 'us' again. The weather was perfect, in the 80's-90's and nights were gorgeous. We skiied, wakeboarded, watched the stars, played games, ate lots of food, swam, etc..It was a dream. I decided I love Lake Powell so much because of the peacness of it. It was so beautiful, serisously breath taking. All of the red rock and beautiful scenery was seriusly amazing. We slept in a tent, (which I love), layed out, read books, slept, it was fun. (I want to go back!) Even though i missed my kids, it was a much needed vacation and hope to do it again in the near future. Thanks friends, we had a blast!
Love you babe
Alot of horseshoe competitions between the husbands..you all know mine is VERY competitive, so I won't say out loud who won. (Good job Matt!)
Awww
I asked Ben to paint my toenails thinking he would just laugh, but much to my suprise he did it! And actually did a pretty good job! Husband of the year award.. I'm pretty sure!
Jill Riley and the gorgeous red rock
Smile!
Can you see us? Ben and I climbed this little Mountain and are sitting by that big rock and green bush. We dove out of the boat, swam over to it and climbed, then just did some scenery watching.
Our humble abode
Wishing this was our abode...someday honey, someday..
Kisses
Jill Riley and the gorgeous red rock
Smile!
Can you see us? Ben and I climbed this little Mountain and are sitting by that big rock and green bush. We dove out of the boat, swam over to it and climbed, then just did some scenery watching.
Our humble abode
Wishing this was our abode...someday honey, someday..
Kisses
our campsite
My talented husband. You put a pair of skiis on this man (water or snow) and he flys! He seriously is so good at it, it's so fun to watch.
The girls
Got up! My first try on the wakboard and I got up! How long I stayed up...now that's another story.
My talented husband. You put a pair of skiis on this man (water or snow) and he flys! He seriously is so good at it, it's so fun to watch.
The girls
Got up! My first try on the wakboard and I got up! How long I stayed up...now that's another story.
Jill and John
Swimming
My dare devil of a husband. For some reason he gets a thrill of diving off of very high cliffs...I beg him every swmming trip we go on not to, doesn't do much if you can't tell.
After much pursuasion he talked me into jumping off. I know it doesn't look that high but when you are up there it's way higher I swear!!
Us at the top
Aubrey and Matt
The happy couple
Skiing!
Swimming
My dare devil of a husband. For some reason he gets a thrill of diving off of very high cliffs...I beg him every swmming trip we go on not to, doesn't do much if you can't tell.
After much pursuasion he talked me into jumping off. I know it doesn't look that high but when you are up there it's way higher I swear!!
Us at the top
Aubrey and Matt
The happy couple
Skiing!
END OF SUMMER UPDATE
So sweet of my cute husband..awhile back I was telling him how being a stay at home mom we are on different pages sometimes. After a hard day of work, he wants to come home, relax, just be around me and the kids, watch some tv (and sports of course)..and then there is me who stays home all day, does daycare twice a week so when my days are done, I'm ready to get out, be social, around him and friends. Don't get me wrong, there are definite days and nights where I want nothing more then to just stay home and do nothing, but sometimes I think everyone needs a little change of pace for sure. SOOOO, Ben works with a friend of his named Dennis. Dennis is always telling Ben about his elk hunting when it's that time of year and Ben has been saying for a long time how it would be fun to go and watch him scout some out sometime. After work one night he called me and told me to meet him out at his work in hiking clothes. We got in his truck and in climbed Dennis. He drove us up the canyon and we followed him for miles and miles as we called for Elk and anything else we could find. It was so beautiful and fun. We didn't see any Elk but did spot a Mouse but only for a few short seconds. It rained towards then end, but it was still so fun, and as you can see we came across an amazing rainbow half way through. Thanks to my creative husband for caring enough about me to do cute things like that here and there. Thanks to Dennis too, we had a blast!
The rest of these pictures are of my adorable ballerina! Brooklyn not only started preschool this year, but also joined her first dance class! She has been asking me for over a year now to put her in dance, so I finally did and boy does she love it! Her first day she was a little nervous but after that she was hooked! She dances around the house all day and tells everyone that she's in dance. I'm so happy to have such a sweet little girl, she is at such a fun age and makes me laugh every day! It's so fun to dress up, paint nails and go to dance! Love her so much
This is Dennis calling in the Elk
Aww
New Tinkerbell back pack we found for preschool!
My little Ballerina
First day class
All smiles
There's my little dancer, of course the tallest in her class...
So sweet of my cute husband..awhile back I was telling him how being a stay at home mom we are on different pages sometimes. After a hard day of work, he wants to come home, relax, just be around me and the kids, watch some tv (and sports of course)..and then there is me who stays home all day, does daycare twice a week so when my days are done, I'm ready to get out, be social, around him and friends. Don't get me wrong, there are definite days and nights where I want nothing more then to just stay home and do nothing, but sometimes I think everyone needs a little change of pace for sure. SOOOO, Ben works with a friend of his named Dennis. Dennis is always telling Ben about his elk hunting when it's that time of year and Ben has been saying for a long time how it would be fun to go and watch him scout some out sometime. After work one night he called me and told me to meet him out at his work in hiking clothes. We got in his truck and in climbed Dennis. He drove us up the canyon and we followed him for miles and miles as we called for Elk and anything else we could find. It was so beautiful and fun. We didn't see any Elk but did spot a Mouse but only for a few short seconds. It rained towards then end, but it was still so fun, and as you can see we came across an amazing rainbow half way through. Thanks to my creative husband for caring enough about me to do cute things like that here and there. Thanks to Dennis too, we had a blast!
The rest of these pictures are of my adorable ballerina! Brooklyn not only started preschool this year, but also joined her first dance class! She has been asking me for over a year now to put her in dance, so I finally did and boy does she love it! Her first day she was a little nervous but after that she was hooked! She dances around the house all day and tells everyone that she's in dance. I'm so happy to have such a sweet little girl, she is at such a fun age and makes me laugh every day! It's so fun to dress up, paint nails and go to dance! Love her so much
This is Dennis calling in the Elk
Aww
New Tinkerbell back pack we found for preschool!
My little Ballerina
First day class
All smiles
There's my little dancer, of course the tallest in her class...
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