7 Months

I have LOVED having this little girl for the last 7 months. She is currently:
Sitting
Rolling around the room
Trying to crawl
Uses her voice to visit
Loves her brother
Loves to eat whatever we are having
Can swing in the baby swings at the park and loves it
Called "Baby Kate" or "Baby Girl"
In the 100% for height and 87% for weight (18 pounds)
Waves to us
Is mad when a toy is taken from her
and makes us happy

A couple of days ago I was getting both kids loaded in the car. I put Kate in her car seat and went back to get Benton. As we were walking to the car Benton slipped and split his lip open. There was blood and he was quite sad about it. As I finally got him loaded in the car he turns to tell Kate the story.
K: using her sounds
B: Yeah Kate that is right I hurt my lip
K: still using her sounds
B: Yeah see right here (and shows her his swollen lip)
we keep driving towards the museum
K: still talking away
B: No Kate that is the Library not the museum
K: loving that he is paying attention to her
B: See Kate right here this is the museum where we play balls and ride the horse

I was loving this interaction. I can't wait for them to grow up together.

Thank You

I am sure most people know that when you go through something difficult there are always people supporting and comforting you along the way. I have truly felt this. Thank you to all those that have thought about, prayed for, called to see how things are, watched my children, and have supported me and my family, we have felt loved!

Simply Tragic

I awoke this morning to the sort of news you never want to hear. My dear sweet nephew Wyatt has passed away. I know life is so fragile but when an accident like this happens it truly makes you put your thoughts in persepective and desire to love those you do have. My heart is aching for my sister Danielle and Beau.
As we were driving home I noticed how green and alive our world is becoming. My thoughts were turned to Easter and my Savior and the joy that came after three days. The resurection gives us hope and comfort especially during these times. I am thankful for the plan of happiness and the love our Savior has for each of us.

Thanks Grant

I was in California a couple of weeks ago and was able to see one of my favorite friends and her family. I was outside talking to Laura asking about potty training and while I was doing that Grant (who is 4) was inside showing Benton the ropes. I come in and see Benton trying to use the potty by him self. I guess that was the trick because he is now potty trained. It has taken us a few weeks but I think he is finally getting it. So thanks Grant for teaching my little boy how to be big! We wish we lived closer!

Also,

Kate and I are still in a debate. Just when I think I have convinced her to use the binki I see her doing this

Oh well I guess you can't win every battle, but I will keep trying!

Dear Christian

These little faces can't wait to see you!

Kate's Blessing

Kate's blessing was perfect. Christian gave Kate a beautiful blessing and she did her job of being quiet. I think we are given these special moments in life to help us appreciate all that we have, and it was a day full of gratitute for me. We are so blessed to have sweet Kate in our life. Thank you for all those that came and supported us, we felt loved.

2000

I was at my parent's house the other day and found my old scrap book containing all my high school dance pictures. Wow those were the days! So to all my high school friends out there 2000 was a great year!
Here are a few highlights from 10 years ago;

I was working at the best dry cleaners in town (I still can't believe we had to scrub the b.o. out of all those dress shirts, ehhh)
Applying to college and celebrating that I was accepted to Ricks (it was still called Ricks back then)
Having fun on seminary council, we even did a time capsule for 2000 and to be opened in 2025
Planning and attending high school dances...oh the drama!
Occasionally driving up and down state street, I still can't remember why that was so much fun.
Going on a great senior trip to Lake Powell
Skipping out on class more than once
Staying out way too late
Penny Tapping
Skiing at the Canyons thanks to their honor roll season pass program
Attending football and basketball games
Supporting all my musical friends, apparently I was the only one that couldn't sing :)


Well there is Kate crying, I guess my life is a little different now but I am glad for the good memories and great friends from 2000! Does anyone know if a reunion is planned and does anyone have any great memories to add?