Whit

Whit is a bit crazy these days and loves to scream and tell you what to do. We were driving home from a mini vacay this weekend and I thought of passing time we would say our abc's and a word with each. Well we got to P for Popsicle and she promptly stated " pee, pee ,poop, and privates" who knew she had all those P words stored up and bit of potty talk if you ask me but we are getting somewhere and it gave me a good laugh on the way home!

A Perfect Day

So yesterday -pictures to come :) was a perfect day! We woke up on time, got J to school happy, got the girls up and dressed and cleaned up a bit. Then off I was to pick up Molly and Lucas to go to Mesa for lunch with my cousin Jaymie and her little girl. We had a somewhat peaceful drive and got to Rosa's for a delightful green salsa and great food. We loaded up the kids again and drove to the temple where my mom's car was so we thought we would wait for her. The grass was so green the flowers were pristine and the kids played and ran and smiled for at least an hour. There was a sweet little gardener lady who was so nice and told us about some strawberries that the kids could pick. They were delighted and picked and ate and picked some more. They were delicious and with red faces we headed back to look for Bobba one more time. She still didn't come out so we headed home. After picking up a few things and a drink we saw Bobba's red car as we were getting on the freeway. She was excited the kids were happy too! We got home to all have a great nap before going to t-ball practice and Jaxson's game. It was a beautiful night with a little wind. Jaxson had a great game and made a double play! We got some dinner and headed home! Baths, scriptures and prayers and lights out with in 30 minutes and everyone was sleeping without any issues! It was a perfect day and I am so grateful for the beauty and happiness that we had!

Tragedy

Today has been a great day, but also a very sad thing happened. Jaxson's teacher's sister passed away. I have thought and pondered this tragedy all day and am still sick by it. I am once again reminded how short our lives our and it could be our last day tomorrow.
I am reminded of my sweet sisters and that I don't have many pictures of them and I and I want that. I am so grateful that I have that one of a kind relationship like no other. I am grateful that we can be together and be the best of friends and talk and cry and not worry what their thinking. I am so thankful for their unconditional love and not bringing you down. I can't imagine my life without any of them and as the tears come while writing this I am so grateful to know they are just a call away. God gave people friends but sisters are so much more than that! My sister's make me laugh, give me advice, correct my grammar, help me to cook, give help on my kids and fashion, keep me in check, will support me and they are there when I need them most and I hope they feel the same about me. My heart aches for this sweet lady and I wish I could heal the hole in it. Can't wait to see my sister and call her tomorrow and plan an outing!

Today

Well I guess since the loss of our camera and the newer one is difficult to upload the blog has been lagging a lot! Things that have happened are spring break, liver walk, baptisms, visits from cousins from Wyoming, and many of fun things!!!! I guess I need to add the picture thing to my long list of to do's.
Today I have been cleaning and listening to my sweet baby girl and her cousin play and dance and play dress up and be girls and I really love those times! They are currently in 2 purple leotards and having a snack and watching Beauty and the Beast for the first time today. That has been Whitney's movie of choice for the last month or so. She is adorable when she sings to the music and says"Da beest is weawy nice mom!" I sure love a catch up day, but gotta go get ready for the JDRF walk at school with Jaxson and pick Mya up and figure out what's for dinner ! Have a great day live in the moment:)

I loved being a mom today!

Well it is spring break and it has been a week of kid activities! With this some fighting and contention in inevitable but I sure do love the times where they get along. Monday we had a sleepover with our cousins here(miss those in SA) and the kids stayed up outside till 1030 at night. They were exploring and playing in their fort made of all the outside toys. They were so happy and as Mys kept coming in for snacks to take out there she said this is so fun! The little things is what matters to them we didn't have to go on an expensive vacation:) We went to the movies the next day with Bobba and saw Rango. It was ok but a little scary for some Mya fell asleep which was great to miss the scary parts. We came home to baseball practice and riding scooters at the park.
Today we woke up and Jaxson was helping the girls get cereal. Mya was dancing and listening to music as always and Whitney came in to snuggle me! We got a few chores done without much complaint and off we went to Chuckee Cheese! We have only been there 2 times so it is kind of a treat. They were so excited and we met up with Bobba and Molly and Brielle and kids! We sat and watched the littles play independently and grown up as they kept coming back asking for "one mor peese". Molly went up with the 3 two year olds in the climb thing and the smiles on their faces were priceless! I am grateful to be their mom and be active and able to do my duty.

Teacher?

L. Tom Perry, “Teaching in the home is becoming increasingly important in today’s world, where the influence of the adversary is so widespread and he is attacking, attempting to erode and destroy the very foundation of our society, even the family. Parents must resolve that teaching in the home is a most sacred and important responsibility. While other institutions, such as church and school, can assist parents to “train up a child in the way he [or she] should go” (Proverbs 22:6), ultimately this responsibility rests with parents. According to the great plan of happiness, it is parents who are entrusted with the care and development of our Heavenly Father’s children. Our families are an integral part of His work and glory—“to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man” (Moses 1:39). On God’s eternal stage, it is usually intended that parents act as the central cast members in their children’s lives. Fortunately, there are understudies involved in the production who may step in when parents can’t. It, however, is parents who have been commanded by the Lord to bring up their children in light and truth (see D&C 93:40).”

“Parents must bring light and truth into their homes by one family prayer, one scripture study session, one family home evening, one book read aloud, one song, and one family meal at a time. They know that the influence of righteous, conscientious, persistent, daily parenting is among the most powerful and sustaining forces for good in the world. The health of any society, the happiness of its people, their prosperity, and their peace all find common roots in the teaching of children in the home.”

I am so blessed to be a teacher and a mother I hope everyday that I am doing my part.

11 years

So yesterday was our anniversary and 11 years to be exact! We got the privilege to be kid free for 24 hours and we made the most of it (wink wink)~ We went to the movies and actually movie hopped like teenagers all the while I was like they are watching us! When really they were mesmerized by the large group of hearing impaired who were discussing with their hands the movie we had just seen in subtitles! We saw Unknown and Just go With it-highly recommended!!!! We tried to see Justin Bieber too but it was only in 3d so I had to pass unless I wanted a huge headache!
We got to sleep in the next day and no one waking us up for breakfast or to get dressed! About 1030 we got up and went for a couples massage that was amazing! Off to the mall for some shopping and a late lunch at Olive Garden and we went to get the munchkins! Thanks to my mom and Molly for also making their day great with a movie and playing in the water at West Gate!
We have had many events happen over 11 years and we started taking about the future 11 years and that we will have teenagers and hopefully one going on a mission! What our life has in store who knows but I am grateful for the partner I have to take on this journey! I am not perfect but he loves me just the same! Thanks for the fabulous day Ad!