Sunday, November 30, 2008

Terrific Thanksgiving

We had a terrific thanksgiving. On Wednesday we had dinner with Chey's parents and Grandma. It was Craig's birthday and an early thanksgiving dinner for us. On Thursday morning we headed to Rock Springs. It was nice to be there kind of quiet this year with only 10 adults and 4 children. Sally and her family came and Nick and My parents and Jim Rafferty. We had a WONDERFUL dinner and then finished the night out with lots of cribbage.

Sally and I got up early Fri morning to do the whole black friday thing. It was so nice to be shopping just her and I with no children. When we came home Chey and Luke went and did a little shopping of their own. The best part was Fri night mom Sally and I went to Twilight. It was amazing and not even one little bit disappointing. I was afraid I it would not meet my expectations but it was great.

We came home Sat morning it was nice to be able to spend time with my family. I was glad to come home Sat though and have a day and a half before Chey had to go back to work. We spent the better half of our remaining time building a new computer desk. I am trying to get our office ready so that it can double as my studio. We are almost there and I am so happy.

Since the THANKSgiving holiday just passed here is a list of a few things I am very thankful for,
1. All of our Family
2. Chey's job and the amount of time he gets to spend at home
3. Our home
4. The fact that we live in Pinedale
5. My Faith
6. Forever Families
7. The Savior
8. All of my friends new and old
9. My gifts and talents
10. My husband
11. My children
12. My phone (silly I know)
13. the internet
14. temples
15. missionaries
16. soldiers
17. My prophet
18. the book of Mormon


The list could go on and on and on but these are just a few. Hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!!

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

TENT TIME

I cleaned up the boys' toy room yesterdat so I could set their tents up for them to play in. They had such a great time. It took a little convincing to get Justin through the tunnel but once we did, I couldn't keep him out. Of course Jake wanted to keep Justin out of his tunnel so we had a little fighting. But all in all the tents were a great idea and a fun past time.











Friday, November 21, 2008

How Truly Blessed I Am

My Dear Friend called me yesterday to tell me her mom had died. She lost her battle with cancer and for the first time in a while is at peace. My heart is aching for my friend at her loss. This news made me stop and think about how tryuly blessed I am. After I heard this news, I wanted to call my mom. Then I realized it was 10:15pm and in 2 min I was going to turn the corner and lose cell phone service. So instead I just thought about her.

She is beautiful, kind, giving, compassionate, steadfast, faithful, strong, obedient, I could go on and on and on but mostly I feel blessed to have her as my Mom and my Childrens' Grammie. We love you more than words can express you are amazing and my inspiration. Love you Mom.

And Cass if you are reading this just know your mom is in a better place, she knows you love her, God loves you both, she loves you, and so do I. I am sorry for your loss and am here to do whatever you need. Take Care.

One final plug for my husband thank you thank you thank you for the opportunities you have afforded me since we have been here. You are an amazing Dad and Husband. Nothing makes me happier than to walk in and see you all cuddled up with one of our babies. LOVE YOU!

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Fun with Becky

Becky came over today and hung out. It is so nice to have someone to just chill with. THANKS BECKY. I took christmas pics of her beautiful little girls it was fun. I will let her post her faves. Definately not my best work, so we might have to do a redo. But we got good enough ones for her christmas cards so we are all happy with that. My kids seem to both be healthy for a day or two so I am happy for that. Last Saturday I got invited to go play BUNCO which was a blast. Thanks ladies for inviting me it was so fun. Tonight I am going to the sound of Music with Chey's Grandma and we are both very excited.

Friday, November 14, 2008

I would like to lock myself in the House

Not that you all probably read my 100 things post however one of the things I put was how I am trying to work on my germ phobia. Well it's not going so good. Since Sept. Jacob was sick ran a fever for 5 days throwing up just all around yuck, then right before halloween my boys both got some crud that lasted for like 2 weeks. We justf inished atibiotics on Tues, and guess what??? you guessed it today Justin is running a fever! WHY WHY WHY???? I really don't do well with sickness it makes me a nervous basket case, I kinda figured Heavenly Father knew this and because of that I have had relatively healthy kids. And then there is this year. It is not lookin so good for my winter. Hopefully whatever Justin has will be short lived and nothin too serious.

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

100 Things you probably Don't Care About!

OK here I go! Thanks Fara for inspiring me to waste more time on the computer! My max time allowance has not been met today (not even close)!

1. I am on a diet
2. I know it should be a way of life but every day I wish I was at my goal so I didn't have to be so careful
3. I am slightly OCD
4. I am trying really hard to work on my germ phobia.
5. I pick out names for my future kids even though I am not sure we want anymore
6. I drive to fast and not very good
7. I love my ipod
8. reading has become a new hobby
9. I think everyone in the world should have the same political views as I do
10. It makes me mad when my sister doesn't vote for who I think she should
11. I love to talk on the phone
12. I hate to clean house
13. it makes me crazy when my house is a mess
14. I am scared of our economic situation
15. I wish we didn't have two houses
16. I would rather my bed be unmade than made the wrong way
17. I have terrible teeth
18. I love junk food (hence the terrible teeth)
19. I am and always have been a mommas girl
20. I think your family is your family no matter what
21. I love to shop
22. I love to be with my mom and sister
23. I love to hunt when there is little to no snow on the ground
24. I love to ride 4 wheelers
25. I get motion sick
26. I want to go to Hawaii
27. I am very nosy and love to know whats going on
28. my husband is my best friend
29. I worry very much about my niece
30. I wish I could save her
31. I am a reality show junky
32. uncertainty makes me anxious
33. I always want an answer and the sooner the better (like now)
34. I have a sick sense of humor
35. I often say too much (open mouth insert foot)
36. I like to try to help other people with their problems
37. I am pretty sympathetic
38. I don't want to watch my parents get old
39. I do no do well with sickness
40. I love lots of people (the louder the better the more the merrier)
41. holidays should be about family
42. my husband is my best friend
43. he amazes me
44. I love where I live
45. I don't ever think I am as good at stuff as other people
46. I would like to be an interior decorator
47. I am a photographer
48. my mom is my hero
49. I don't think I could ever have enough money
50. my family is very fortunate
51. we have been given ALOT
52. I am scared to death of hard times
53. I don't think I am tough enough
54. I am not ready for the 2nd coming (whats that tell ya)
55. I don't have an eternal perspective
56. I am working on it though
57. I love to do geneaology
58. I love to stay up late
59. I like to be the last one to leave
60. I am afraid I might miss something
61. I hate the park (germ ridden place)
62. I am scared to death of surgery
63. I think I am HILARIOUS
64. I have lots of hobbies
65. I miss fast food
66. I really want my sister to move back to Rock Springs
67. I love to talk
68. I love relief society
69. I love ears i think they are the softest most delicious things ever. My poor children!
70. I have fat fingers even when I am skinny my fingers are fat
71. I want a really big diamond but can't stand the thought of spending that much money on one
72. I love lotion
73. I like to dye my hair and have dyed it lots of colors (including green and orange) oops!
74. I am afraid of moose
75. I love the outdoors
76. I am afraid of the dark (or rather what might be in it)
77. I love smell good candles
78. I really miss garbage service
79. I think my husband can fix most anything
80. I love new socks and shoes but I don't really like to wear either
81. I think I can make just about anything (until I get half way into it)
82. I love to cook I hate to clean up
83. I like to rearrange often
84. I think I would like to be a secretary I love paperwork
85. My husband pays our bills
86. I have no idea how much money we have
87. i dream shop online
88. I can't sleep at night sometimes because I am decorating in my head
89. My kids are fabulous
90. I hate to be hot
91. I love to do yard work as long as it isn't hot
92. I like to listen to my music REALLY loud
93. I would like to try Bunco
94. I hate character clothing (ie winnie the pooh shirt)
95. I ski but it scares me
96. I am a huge risk taker (NOT)
97. My religion and My family define who I am
98. I like to share my opinion
99. I like to hear yours
100. so I can prove to you why mine's RIGHT!

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Economic Crisis and Patriarchal Blessings

With this economic crisis upon us, I decided today that I would read my patriarchal blessing. I am so thankful for my testimony and my faith in Jesus Christ. Just the simple fact of believing that the promises in this blessing are true. It brings me peace and hope that everything will be okay! I am thankful for all of the blessings in my life and with that here are some beautiful pictures of my boys! I love you all more than you know!

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Halloween Pics. FINALLY!!!



I have been in colorado for the last week so I haven't posted anything. I know that there is a Grandpa that is dying to see his boys in their costumes so I decided I would finally post them. We had fun trick or treating in Co it was the first time Jacob got to go trick or treating for real. He was so funny he went up to the first door with Keagan and the lady handed him his candy and he said Momma that lady gave me candy. He was so surprised. We also visited the zoo while we were there it was kind of cool so most of the animals were really active it was fun. When we got ready to leave the lion started roaring and Jacob decided that was his favorite part. On Friday on our way back through both boys had dr appts. Justin weighs 20 lbs and is 30 and 1/4 inches tall. Jacob weighs 33.5 lbs and is 39 in tall. They have both had some kind of crud for the last two weeks so they both also got antibiotics. They are both doing well.