Easter 2010

We had a very laid back and wonderful Easter this year. We were able to watch General Conference and relax all morning and afternoon. I think I was in my pajamas until 4:30 p.m, when I then decided to get dressed because we had Sara and her family coming over for dinner and an Easter egg hunt. We had a great dinner together, I think it was the best meal I have had in a long time. We had ham, scalloped potatoes, salad, and rolls. We then finished it off with desert which was strawberry shortcake. The kids were now ready for the hunt. They all ran out the door and started scrambling for eggs.
Corbin really got in to it by crawling on his knees.

Here is sis with all of her eggs in one basket. I thought you weren't suppose to put all your eggs in one basket.

Kaleb found the ONLY silver egg. All the kids were upset that he got it. I don't know why because there were only jelly beans inside it.

Carson showing off his eggs.

Even though we had a fun time, I must reflect on the true meaning of Easter. My testimony is still growing about Jesus Christ. I know that he died for me and that through The Atonement, I can make it back to my Heavenly Father's presence. I am so grateful for Jesus Christ and his sacrifice for me. I am thankful for all I have been blessed with, especially my amazing family.

Jumping Jacks

I have had one of the most stressful weeks of my life this week and a low day yesterday, when everything is made better by my precious children and the cute things that they do. Kylie knows that she is better at jumping jacks than any of her brothers and here is the proof. Her brothers would do jumping jacks and she would tell them that they were doing it wrong. I think she gets her coordination from her father. What a cutie! I was laughing so hard it put me in a better mood. Thanks kids for helping your mom out.

A Broken Heart

So every Tuesday I babysit a couple of kids in my neighborhood. There is a little boy the same age as Kylie and his little sister who is two. Kylie loves to play with this little boy and she has even told me that she plans on marrying him some day. Well today he decided he did not want to play with her anymore for the day. She came up to me with her sad face and said "Mom, Cameron broke my heart." I asked her what happened and she told me that he wasn't being nice to her and he wouldn't play with her. I told her I was sorry and she said "Mom, I'm serious Cameron broke my heart, feel my chest my heart isn't beeping anymore." I felt her heart beating and I told her it was still beating and that everything would be OK. I gave her a hug and told her I loved her. I wish this would be the only heartbreak she would have to experience, but I know she is in for a lot more. I adore this little girl of mine and her innocence. Love you the most Kylie.

Play time

Kylie loves to play and pretend. She is always wanting to play house or doctor or something along those lines. The other day she was begging me to play with her so I set all of my other "duties" aside and played with my little girl almost all day. First she wanted to play doctor. She decided that I was to be the doctor this time and that I needed to figure out what was going on with her. I started my exam and checked her throat and her ears, when I came across a massive ear infection ( a pretend one). I told her she would have to be on medicine for that, so I proceeded to write her a prescription. She then asked where she could pick up her medicine. I then transformed from Doctor to Pharmacist in a blink of an eye. She brought me her prescription and I filled it for her. I used an empty prescription bottle and put skittles inside. She thought that was pretty cool. We finished playing doctor/pharmacy and it was time for lunch. I asked her what she wanted for lunch and she began to tell me that I would now be her waitress and take her order. So I agreed to play another one of her games and take her order on a little pad of paper. She ordered a corn dog with chips and a Sprite. I was surprised I actually had all of that, so I made her lunch and served it to her. She was very kind and thanked me, but I just realized that I never got paid. She skipped out on the bill. Next it was time for make up of course. She said, mom I want to have a make up day. She is always trying to get into my make up so I decided I would let her play in some make up that we had from Halloween. As you can see from the pictures, she turned out absolutely gorgeous! I had a fun time with my Kylie and it made me realize that I need to set aside my other "duties" a little more often and just enjoy my kids while they are still at home. Thanks for your wonderful imagination Kylie. You are the greatest!

Half Marathon Training

While watching The Biggest Loser one day, they were challenged to run a full marathon. As I watched that episode I felt motivated to do something similar. I figured that if the people on the biggest loser could do it, than so could I. I started talking to David about doing at least a half marathon, and next thing I know I have a training schedule in my hand. He also printed one off for Kaleb and Carson. They agreed to run the half marathon with me, and David is running the full marathon. We are running 4 days a week. We started out with lower mileage, around 2 to 4 miles each day and now we are up to anywhere from 5 to 10 miles each day. There are days where I just want to give up, but I just keep fighting through the pain, or the cold, or my attitude. I have been very impressed with the boys. They have been doing an amazing job. They help keep me motivated. This running has been very time consuming, but it has been well worth it for me. Not only do I feel better and have more energy, but I am seeing some good changes in the way my body looks. My calf's are so hard with muscle and I have lost inches off my mid section. I am feeling good. This just makes me think that I am going to have to keep this up even after the marathon is over. We are now in count down mode for this marathon. We only have 3 more weeks of training until the big day is here. I am a little nervous, but I know that I can do this. I will have pictures to come, I hope. Oh yeah, I also gave up soda for my training and I have been off of it for 3 months now. I think I have craved it almost every day though. I am way excited and nervous for the actual marathon to come, but I know that my boys and David will start out with me and that with give me the momentum that I need. Thanks for running with me boys! I love you all the most.

Principal's Pride

Carson received his Principal's Pride award today. He was presented this award because of what Mr. Leeper had to say about Carson. He said "Carson is an excellent student. He has been a past president. He always stays up with his assignments. He is a great example to his fellow classmates." I am very proud of Carson and the hard work he puts forth at school. He really is a good kid and I like to think I might be doing something right. Keep up the good work!

A Disney Christmas-2009

Christmas 2009 was very different for us, but it sure was a blast! We headed out for California on Christmas Eve and drove the whole 9 hours straight. We arrived at David's grandma's house around 8:00p.m. She was a very great host. She took good care of us while we were there. We put the kids to bed early cause it was up early to head to Disneyland.
Corbin made sure he left a note at home so that Santa would know where we were. Santa found us at great grandma's house. Isn't Santa amazing?

Disneyland was PACKED on Christmas day. They had the place decorated and it was awesome.

This Christmas tree was GInormous! It was beautiful and the ornaments were huge too.

Yes Kaleb IS standing on his tip toes. He wanted to look bigger than me in all the pictures.

Daddy's little girl!

Kylie was zonked, so Corbin and I decided to share a turkey leg and corn on the cob. Those turkey legs are the best. YUMMY! We also watched the fireworks while Kylie slept.

Rejuvenated with a good night's sleep.

Kylie was so nervous on this ride. It shows on her face. By the time it was over she was smiling. She had a good time.

Corbin graduated to the big rides this year. He has been tall enough for a couple years now, but he has always been too scared. We talked him into go on California Screamin roller coaster. He was really nervous. but he stayed brave. This picture is just before take off. He liked it so much he went a second time right after.

We had an amazing time! My favorite thing about the trip was just having the time together as a family, making memories with our children and having fun!