lacey loves joshua

yahoo!

2012-02-01T16:45:00.001-07:00

news

2012-01-26T21:39:00.000-07:00

I feel so blessed to have the family that I do. Today the girls got together to discuss Piper & Chloe. We get so excited when we're together, even when things seem they may not work out, they always do because I think we all boost and motivate each other. Can't wait for the Showcase, hopefully we find a venue asap. My amazing momma helped organize my basement. I mean serious organization. The idea was to have a playroom and craft room and she went above and beyond and now I feel so good about going down into the dungeon and getting loads of work done!! She makes me see things in a whole new light. To top off the day the in-laws invited us to Outback, I think someone felt bad about spilling the beans. We gladly accepted and I haven't felt so good in a long time...I guess baby needed some protein. Which leads me to announce to those who don't know, baby 3 is on the way!! We're not sure the exact due date but think probably first of September. My poor kids watch way to much tv these days and if I have to hear Thomas and His Friends one more time, I may lose it. I'm glad they have each other though. I find those two boys to be the most entertaining and funny little guys and love them with my whole heart.

Piper & Chloe

2012-01-21T10:53:00.000-07:00

I can not wait for April 13th and 14th! Piper and Chloe is back people and I'm giddy! Me and the boys have been dancing to the playlist all morning. You should too on this drizzly day...and we'll see you at the hippest place on the planet!

Joyschool: Oo

2012-01-09T19:58:00.000-07:00

Back in September a few girls in the ward decided to hold Joyschool. It has been such a fun experience for Ty and occasionally Emmett. I love teaching them just because they're so happy and eager to learn. This week we're studying 'O', so today we focused on the color orange and owls.

We read 'Mouse Paint', then we mixed red and yellow paint to make orange. They loved finger painting so much, we mixed all the colors and ended up with a mirky purple-brown. Then they pressed a piece of paper into their paint creation and the result was a very beautiful abstract.

We moved on to playdoh next, mixing yellow and red and then used cookie cutters to cut out pumpkins and leaves.

Next we played 'What's missing'. I found about 10 orange objects, they looked close and closed their eyes and I took one away. They took turns telling me what was missing.

After playtime and snacks - round crackers, cheese and oranges - we moved onto owls.

The kids picked out a pinecone, the owl body, and were given paper ear tuffs, eyes, beaks and feet which they attempted to glue on..this was a little scary, they haven't quite controlled the glue yet.

Then we peanut buttered another pinecone and rolled it in bird seed, then hung them out in the trees.

I hope they had fun! Such cuties!

fluffy snow and blue sky

2012-01-07T23:00:00.000-07:00

Aww! I felt so refreshed when I woke up this morning to 6" of snow. Doesn't everything seem so much cleaner..all that nasty yellowish air gone, and now hopefully all of us sick folk can get better! The sun popped out in the late morning while the boys and I were shoveling/playing in the snow. We felt so good, so energized. Oh, you fluffy white goodness, you've been missed and it's good to see you. Josh went snowboarding tonight, and I was a bit tempted...but to be honest I'm super scared! It's been 5 years since I went, can it really be that long ago? If a girl with my skill level(1 out of 5), clumsiness and awkwardness would accompany me then I would love to go again. Any takers?

That's me!....oh wait, maybe this is!

Tackled one of my organizing projects today...My Closet! Yikes! But you know how instantly great you feel when everything is in it's place, excess gone, ch'i flowin. I feel like a million dollars. Here's what I did...

tried on EVERY piece of clothing
each article went into one of five piles
workout/swim
grubby(for painting, etc.)
clothes that fit(all hung up!)
clothes to donate(why I have the things I have is a mystery...is my torso really going to get shorter and my shoulders narrower? not likely.)
clothes to be crafty with(hello pinterest)

I have about a million pins on how to recreate old sweaters, shirts. How to upcycle shirts into scarves, sweaters into pillows, etc. That pile I have to say is a bit large and it reminds me of Tiffany's craft closet before her move:), but hopefully it will get me rollin'. Everything is neat and tidy and I hope it will stay this way until next January.. okay, February it is then!

Happy organizing!

new calling

2012-01-06T17:15:00.001-07:00

I guess it's not that new, but it feels like it is. I'm the Sunday School teacher for the youth and I can't tell you how happy it makes me!! I love the gospel of Jesus Christ, and realize I've had wonderful experiences and influences that have shaped my testimony. As I study, my mind fills with insights and understanding of my life and how I can possibly influence the youth. My trials seem insignificant compared to others', but because of them my testimony grows everyday. I've also been blessed with so much and don't take it for granted for a minute. It helps to have such smart youth, I was never at the stage they are now, and can only attribute it to wonderful parenting and that they are 'the rising generation'. They are so incredible and devoted to the gospel, they will have amazing influence over others. I'm seriously in the best mood after preparing my lesson.

design

2012-01-05T17:07:00.000-07:00

I was excited about our Christmas present to the in-laws. They've been wanting a plan for about 4 years. I'm a huge slacker, I know.
I'll share the details... more for my sake.

get rid of the table on the bigger deck, move the grill to the smaller deck
build in a bench on the bigger deck, add cute wooden rockers
between the neighbors add a Birch grove for privacy
remove the existing bed along S fence and put in an AWESOME herb/vegie garden, complete with bubbling fountain
move shed to SW corner and place pavers in front
extend bball court and plant along fence line to soften
extend patio to double its size, add chunky furniture, overhead trellis
build steps in to the gentle slope leading to fireplace area
add huge chimney fireplace with seating and wood storage, comfy couches and chairs for hanging out
build into the existing landscape and along the fireplace area a recycling river
add a play area for the kids in the NW corner
soften fence line with simple, low-maintenance plantings

The End.. I can't wait to design my own yard!

good things

2012-01-03T20:40:00.001-07:00

Still pretty weak today, but some wonderful moments in my day made me realize just how blessed I am...

woke up to a beautiful, sunny, blue-skied day,

my funny boys entertained me with interpretive dancing, not lying, a good hour,

i got to spend a few moments with Emmett, hearing his breathless stories, and outbursts of hilarity,

we were able to take a winter walk, so peaceful and pretty, surrounded by mountains, rivers and fields,

heard giggles echo off the bathroom walls,

my family helped me fold 2 weeks worth of laundry,

my sil gave us dinner since I can't fathom cooking at the moment,

those kids still love me even though I'm yelling at them to get in bed.

hello you

2012-01-02T22:24:00.000-07:00

This is me. And I am sick. But I can be grateful that I am generally healthy.

I'm excited about a new year. I love setting goals and my most important goal is to go to the temple by golly! Also I need to refocus my priorities based on that talk, 'Good, Better, Best'. I sure love my family and my life and am thankful for all that play a role in it!

2011-09-07T13:45:00.000-07:00

Our little E-man is 2...boohoohoo!! Oh we love him so much. He is so feisty and fun. He is all boy... loves him some guns and swords, balls, bugs, and cars, in fact those are the 5 words he knows. He loves to wrestle Ty, punch and bite. He has so much attitude and Josh and I just sit back and laugh. He is very sweet when he wants to be. Still loves me the most:) Loves hugs and kisses. His favorite song is 'Pop pop' (popcorn popping on the apricot tree) and will come cover my mouth and say 'no no' when I'm singing anything else. What a joy he is and we are so happy he is a part of our little fam!

"Your're Wanted at a Party..."

He had no trouble figuring this out!

Guns, tools, cars.. so much fun!

Grandmas and grandpas Schmidt and McMillan came for the festivities.

2011-08-15T20:28:00.000-07:00

We had a fun little adventure camping up in Randolph... actually it was exhausting, but the boys sure had fun. Ty's been wanting to sleep in the 'family tent' for weeks and he was in heaven, slept like a log and come morning, he popped up and exclaimed 'mom, dad!' like he couldn't believe we actually slept in the tent. Oh the joy. He had a scary moment when he had to 'find a log' and the one we chose was a red ant nest and he was covered in 2 seconds head to toe...aaaaah! I was actually more freaked out than him, he waited patiently while we cleaned his 3 layers and then calmly got dressed and went back to playing. I did find about 17 bites on him the next day..boo. We had delicious tin-foil dinners, s'mores and roasted starbursts. The boys brought their bug catchers and caught huge black ants, spiders and butterflies. And of course they were on bear hunts all day long. We had some cow friends come into our camp just minding there own buisness, leaving major cow pies EVERYWHERE! Emmett felt pretty cool hangin with the bigger boys, but had his first experiences with being picked on... watch out for mama bear if you mess with my cub! They loved 'helping' build the fire, finding sticks, running through the trees. I hope it was a good memory for them.

Side note: lost our first aid kit, makeshift bandaid. He was so careful not to touch it, and was very concerned about his nose. He missed a step outside and his nose stopped him:(

2011-07-26T18:48:00.000-07:00

We had such a fun time in Kentucky, I was very sad to see it end...it was bitter-sweet coming home. Made some sweet friends and had adventures everyday. We were beach bums really, it was like a 3-week vacation for us. Read lots of books, got a nice tan and thanks to my sil we had transportation and a full schedule. Some pics of parks, pools, the zoo, bbq's and our home away from home. So glad we went!

2011-07-04T22:19:00.000-07:00

Check out the latest family pics here!! I am so excited to see them all Ash, you did an amazing job!!

2011-07-04T14:30:00.000-07:00

I had a dream of being the coolest mom...

My dad built a sandbox lake for the cousins which is, as you can see, super awesome, and there was excess sand so I thought why not borrow that sand and build one for the boys. I was so ambitious...digging out nasty, tangled, thick ivy, painting, hauling. And I have to say I'm quite proud of this little project... a little too proud maybe. Every day I'd say in the most excited voice, 'You guys are going to have a sandbox, hehe, leetle leetle, huhu'(just weird excited sounds I make). It only took about 6 hours of labor but after a week it's done!

Well, the excitement was there for the boys... Ty lasted 3 minutes and Emmett 8, (just not quite as cool as g'pa's) and that was that. It almost looks like they've out grown it already! You might just see me out there admiring my work, because someone's got to!!

2011-05-27T19:32:00.000-07:00

We've had a kindof hectic couple of months... I got my glorious job back at the Utah Botanical Center, finally a position that could be permanent (darn government funding), then Josh took a job in Michigan, then a week later in Kentucky and I decided to give up my dream job and move for the Summer, have a little adventure. I'm so happy about the decision. I love it out here. My ward is amazing, my cute sil is here with me so we try to play everyday. The air feels wonderful, the rainstorms are so intense but so amazing, the verdent beauty of this place is to die for. I feel so good about being out here, for some reason we are suppose to be here I just feel that way and have from the second I made up my mind. Josh is struggling a bit more than me though, this job of course is not glorious, day after day working for free and he's so worried about how to provide for his family, he's debated whether to come home to Utah or not. So, we've been praying for guidance and peace and I came across this scripture and it solidified it for me, I'm not sure if it has Josh, I hope he gets his answer. 'Verily, verily, I say unto thee, blessed art thou for what thou hast done, for thou hast inquired of me and behold as often as thou hast inquired thou hast received instruction of my Spirit. If it had not been so, thou wouldst not have come to the place where thou art at this time.' If anything this experience will draw us closer to the Lord, we've never prayed so hard as a couple. I'm so in love with Josh. I'm amazed that he is still so positive. He is such a super dad and wonderful husband. I am so glad we are here together as a family. Here's a few pics of the last couple weeks..

Grandma and grandpa McMillan were so wonderful to drive me and the boys out.

Emmett loves to play 'barn' in the buckets.

Ty plays games while Emmett naps.

One of many parks we have found.

Downtown water park.

All kinds of fun.

Concert in the park.

I love all the bridges crossing the Ohio.

2011-04-05T19:49:00.001-07:00

It's crazy how fast time flies when you're having fun. My angel Ty turned 3 and it's been a wonderful, fun, crazy adventure with that boy. He is so smart, so silly, so tender. He brings us so much joy and happiness. We are so grateful for you little man!

Dinosaur theme party this year (he really wanted a robot theme, oops). Grandmas and grandpas came for the celebration.

Well, we know Emmett enjoyed the cake!

Say cheese!!

2011-03-30T20:32:00.000-07:00

We have so much fun being outside. It only has to be 40 degrees (and sunny) and we're in heaven!

Some things we like to do...
find miscellaneous decor that has blown off a grave into our yard, make nests, fight monsters on the mountain, throw rocks into a puddle, throw our huge-mongous frisbee, plant seeds and dig for worms. Oh thank you spring for arriving!

2011-03-23T15:27:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Daddy! You are an amazing man and I'm so thankful to be your daughter. I have such wonderful memories of you. Of your thoughtfulness, your testimony and example. I'm so grateful for all the opportunities I had growing up, traveling all over, you teaching me to shoot hoops or jump hurdles, daddy-daughter dates and letting me know you were always there for me. Your love and support is unparalleled. Love you so much!

2011-03-13T19:55:00.000-07:00

Today was one of those days where I could not stay inside! Absolutely perfect spring weather. We took two really long walks today, explored our little neighborhood by the train tracks. Came home where we have a whole bunch of dirt piles in our 'backyard' that the boys cannot get enough of. Climbing and jumping, rolling and falling for hours. We even have a backyard neighbor who has horses, goats, chickens and ducks and if we just sit right next to the fence, they'll come hang out with us for a spell. I adore the farm scene. I love the quiet of it all and just being with my angels. I love that they like to sit in my lap and tell me big stories, want to hold my hand and show me something pretty amazing, or fall asleep wrapped in my arms. The boys are amazed at the animals, not afraid in the least, just so excited. Then there's the puddles, oh the puddles. They love throwing rocks then squatting to see into the depths, little plumber bums peekin' out. I need more days like this to keep me happy and sane:)

2011-03-03T19:05:00.001-07:00

A lot of people ask me about this kind of stuff so I thought I'd share. This is so awesome, I hope you enjoy!

Seed and Transplant Schedule

Plant	12 wks - Feb. 17	10 wks - Mar. 3	8 wks - Mar. 17	6 wks - Mar. 31	4 wks - April 7	2 wks - April 21	Last Spring Frost - May 5	2 wks - May 19	4 wks - June 2
Broccoli	Start seeds indoors				Plant to Garden
Cabbage	Start seeds indoors				Plant to Garden
Cauliflower		Start seeds indoors			Plant to Garden
Celery				Start seeds indoors					Plant to Garden
Cucumber						Start seeds indoors		Plant to Garden
Eggplant				Start seeds indoors				Plant to Garden
Kale				Start seeds indoors		Plant to Garden
Lettuce				Start seeds indoors	Plant to Garden
Onions		Start seeds indoors			Plant to Garden
Peppers				Start seeds indoors				Plant to Garden
Summer Squash						Start seeds indoors	Plant to Garden
Tomatoes				Start seeds indoors				Plant to Garden

For example, along the Wasatch Front, the last Spring frost is generally around May 5. So Onions should be started the week of March 3rd and planted in the garden April 7. Adjust the timeline in relation to when your last Spring frost is.

Direct Planting Schedule

Plant	6 wks - Mar. 31	4 wks - April 7	2 wks - April 21	Last Spring Frost - May 5	2 wks - May 19
Asparagus				Plant Crowns
Beans				Direct Seed
Beets			Direct Seed
Brussels Sprouts	Direct Seed
Carrots			Direct Seed
Corn					Direct Seed
Garden Peas		Direct Seed
Radishes			Direct Seed
Spinach		Direct Seed
Tomatoes					Plant Seedling

For example, garden peas will be directly sown the week of April 7.

2011-03-02T20:19:00.000-07:00

Nothing makes me more mad than getting head butted! I cannot tell you how many times the boys have flung their head backs and whacked me right in the nose. It's almost a daily occurrence and today was no exception. I was trying to take a nap with Ty (I don't know why I thought it would work, it never has!) and he was being so rambunctious and I knew a head butt was coming, so when he got up on his knees and flung his head back I moved mine about a foot over. But it was still not far enough. Down he came like a mallet. I heard a crack and felt a cool sensation at the bridge of my nose. Oooooohhhhh! I was steaming mad I just had to squeeze him so tight or I might have lost it! No blood, no bones broken. Just a horrible pain from my nose across my cheek to the back of my head. I am so terrified of getting hit in the nose, the thought even just makes me cringe, you would think I'd be used to it by now! Josh started this nonsense when he head butted me when we were first married (I've told everyone I'm going to tell! sorry if you don't know what I'm talking about:)) and with two crazy, wild boys on the loose I fear it will be a long time before I won't worry about a broken nose!

2011-02-28T20:29:00.001-07:00

I am determined to do fhe every week! Tonight was out first attempt and it was a Huge success. I've been putting it off thinking the boys were too little and too distracted. But they listened and had awesome facial expressions when the story got a little scary... I love them so much. Once again my fear of the unknown has made me procrastinate. I get really nervous at 'the thought of something' but once I do it, it goes rather smoothly. Potty training for instance. I've thought about it for about 5 months and finally just put Ty in underwear and it was way easier than I thought it would be! All that time I waste thinkin' instead of doin'!

2011-02-10T19:15:00.002-07:00

What a happy song for a sunny day!

2011-02-09T15:21:00.000-07:00

I just have to say what a difference getting up early makes to my entire day. I have two whole hours to myself before everyone else gets up. I've been staying on top of my chores, I read the ensign, I actually get ready. I have so much more patience with my boys because I'm not overwhelmed by household projects and clutter. We've been more active as a family and all around happier. Who knew such a small act would have such a profound impact! I can't say it any better than, 'If mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy'! Truer words were never spoken. I am so happy to be a wife, mom and homemaker!

2011-02-08T16:42:00.003-07:00

Happy Birthday Marm!
M is for mentor, motivated, merry, mindful, muse
O is for optimistic, organized
T is for talented, tender, thoughtful, tranquil, trendy, thankful, tactful

H is for hardy, honest, healer, heart, humble, hysterical, hospitable

E is for elegant, empowering, enchanting, entertaining, energy, example

R is for reliable, refreshing, royal:), radiant

These words and many more describe what I see in my beautiful, amazing mom. I'm so happy to share this life with you. I love the memories, the laughter and happiness. I love you!

2011-01-27T20:15:00.000-07:00

People are often unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered:

forgive them anyway.

If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives;

be kind anyway.

If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true friends;

succeed anyway.

If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you;

be honest and frank anyway.

What you spend years building, someone could destroy overnight;

build anyway.

If you find serenity and happiness, they may be jealous;

be happy anyway.

The good you do today, people will often forget tomorrow;

do good anyway.

Give the world your best anyway.

You see, in the final analysis, it is between you and God;

it was never between you and them anyway.

Mother Teresa

2011-01-25T20:30:00.000-07:00

I heard a most terrifying sound tonight... a toot and then a splat.

2011-01-23T15:30:00.000-07:00

What a beautiful day! It was so nice to get out for a walk with the boys. I am so much happier when the sun is shining. It's my happy pill.

So I've been wanting to change my living room for quite awhile now, but can't quite decide what to do. I'm debating gray walls, but it's a rather small room. We need dark couches for sure, I am so tired of looking at all the milk stains on mine. So should I do gray on gray or white on gray...

Here's one of my inspiration rooms, isn't it lovely.

2011-01-18T16:28:00.000-07:00

Our family life has been very stressed so Josh and I have decided to wake up at 7 every day and go for a little run. And then instead of starting the day at 10 we're ready to go at 7:20:). We ran 2 blocks, yes I said 2, and I had one of my pass out moments, so we took a leisurely walk back home. I got myself ready before the boys were up and I know this will help me feel better about my role as a mother and homemaker, so please help me stick to my goal.

Onto another matter...Ty has entered his tantrum stage. Everyday at least one MAJOR meltdown occurs and I usually have to go lock him in his room before I have a MAJOR meltdown. There is no reasoning, no comforting. What do you do at moments like this? Timeouts have no effect, the threat of spanking...ya right, me talking calmly at eye level...meh. Help me all you calm, happy mommy's!

2011-01-17T20:51:00.001-07:00

Quick trip to St. George...nice to see and feel the warm sunshine.

playing in the indoor/outdoor pool

exploring Dixie rock

visiting the Jacob Hamblin home. If you haven't read Undaunted yet, get on it! And by the way some of you friends may be getting a call from the missionaries:) We were thinking of you and love you.

a note on gratitude

2011-01-10T23:10:00.002-07:00

Today in my readings and again at fhe the topic was Gratitude. I thought it was very interesting that everything was centered on that, and I'll take it as a huge hint that I need to show my gratitude as well as express it.

A few highlights...

From Pres. Monson's conference talk "The Divine Gift of Gratitude"

"When you walk with gratitude, you do not walk with arrogance and conceit and egotism, you walk with a spirit of thanksgiving that is becoming to you and will bless you lives."

"We can lift ourselves and others as well when we refuse to remain in the realm of negative thought and cultivate within our hearts an attitude of gratitude...gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others."

"The grateful man sees so much in the world to be thankful for, and with him the good outweighs the evil. Love overpowers jealousy, and light drives darkness out of his life...Pride destroys our gratitude and sets up selfishness in its place. How much happier we are in the presence of a grateful and loving soul, and how careful we should be to cultivate, through the medium of a prayerful life, a thankful attitude toward God and man."

"...to express gratitude is gracious and honorable, to enact gratitude is generous and noble, but to live with gratitude ever in our hearts is to touch heaven."

From Andy Albright's book "The 8 Steps to Success"

*Make a conscious decision that you are not going to complain.

*Start each day appreciating life.

*Remember the bad days are there to help you appreciate the good ones.

*Look at your glass as always full. Both the water and the air are vital parts.

From daddy's lesson on Gratitude

Mosiah 2:19-24
Goal: every night at dinner say what we are specifically grateful for, for that day
Goal: make prayers more meaningful, we are so abundantly blessed and will be forever indebted to our Heavenly Father.

2011-01-09T16:08:00.000-07:00

I thought it was due time for the boys to have a little 'adventure'. We got them a tent for Christmas and it was the best $10 I've ever spent. They've made it a home. All the toys go in and they play and chatter all day long. I rarely turn on the tv anymore! So, I brought it down to their room last night, piled the blankets and pillows in, snuggled them in. Emmett fell asleep in 15 minutes and Ty finally drifted off 3 hours later. The sight was adorable. Ty was so good about making sure Emmett was covered and gave him lots of good night kisses. Then, was zoning into a glow-in-the-dark tree, and couldn't quite take his eyes off long enough to drift into sleep.

I think we'll wait a little while before we do it again. Every hour I would panic, thinking Emmett is suffocating in a corner and then at THE crack of dawn they were up cryin'. Probably a little confused.

2011-01-08T16:55:00.001-07:00

We took a little drive up to Cache Valley today. It's been so smoggy and gross in the valley, but as we passed over Sardine we met the clearest blue sky. One of my good memories of Logan is walking to school in the blustery cold at 6:30, the sun just rising setting the sky an ethereal purple-orange and the trees had the most beautiful crystallized look. Like those rock candy sticks from Disneyland. Perfect snow crystals outlining each and every branch and twig. A perfect silhouette against a blue sky or grouped together just begging me to go in and build a fort. I can't even describe how beautiful it was today. We drove up to Cove where we looked at 40 acres of the most serene landscape. It was gorgeous in the dead of winter, I can only pretend to imagine the rest of the year. 15 acres of alfalfa, and 25 more of woodland with a small creek running through it. A little abode with mountain access. Just think of the possibilities. 4-wheeling, snow-mobiling, sledding, exploring, running, horse-back riding, relaxing. I don't need neighbors:) and family would only be a couple hours away - actually that's too far away. So, they can all move up there, since there would be no lack of space. This is the alfalfa field and you can see how amazing it would be to wake up to this everyday.

2011-01-06T18:56:00.000-07:00

Nothing like a sick day to make you appreciate your health! I did get a nap though and it's been a while and it did much to improve my mood... I love this article by Cathleen Schine
Scientific research has finally caught up with the lifework of my family. For three generations, we have been exploring, questioning, experimenting, passing along our findings from parent to child. We are not neuroscientists or psychologists, like those who have come after us. We are simply…nappers. A nap, where I come from, is sacred.
Sometimes, after large and indulgent family meals, we nap communally, sharing sofas head to foot, curled in chairs and sprawled, beside the dog and one another, on the floor. We firmly believe that no gathering can be deemed a success unless it culminates in every single person falling asleep in the living room.
Mostly, however, we understand the nap to be an endeavor embarked on alone, though often recounted later in every detail, like a Homeric epic tale, to eager listeners. My mother calls to tell me how pretty the light looked through the curtains when she came home from work. Of course, she had to sink into the couch and take a nap. My brother describes a snooze in his red chair with a book and Chester the cat. In the way that some people never suffer from a cold but always have a “terrible” cold, in the way that rain in California is never rain but “torrential” rain, naps for my family are never naps but “delicious” naps.
Oddly, the new scientific nap studies do not mention “delicious” naps. Their focus is on the practical use of these short bouts of sleep and the benefits they bestow on us, as if they were fiber-rich food. Scientists have found that naps make us more alert and more creative, improve our mood, and increase our productivity. Matthew Walker, an assistant professor of psychology at the University of California at Berkeley, was quoted by the New York Times as saying, “You need to sleep before learning, to prepare your brain, like a dry sponge, to absorb new information.”
Although my brain often feels like a dry sponge, the one you find under the kitchen sink, way back next to the jar of desiccated silver polish, I cannot endorse this utilitarian interpretation of the nap.

2011-01-05T16:41:00.002-07:00

I used to hide in a small hexagon shaped coffee table when i was little. Now I own that coffee table and adore it!
Today I couldn't find Emmett but could hear papers rustling around, when suddenly it clicked that he had discovered the door to this table and crawled in and made himself at home, only opening the door for the quickest second to grab a cheerio on the floor then slamming it again, just in case someone wanted to crawl in with him. I watched him for a good five minutes just wondering what he was thinking. He would break out into fake laughs and then squawk and say 'dadada' in the highest voice you've ever heard, it was very entertaining. Speaking of entertaining, a little boy at story time today barked the entire 45 minutes. He was Emmett's age but twice as big and it made me giggle, like inappropriate church giggles(my sisters know). His mom was quite flustered but I assured her it was very alright! I Love little boys.

2011-01-04T12:40:00.005-07:00

A while back we had this eye sore in our house that became the catch-all room and even though the door stayed closed it was always in the back of my mind, disrupting my ch'i. So I decided to tackle it and make it my 'happy place'. I inherited some furniture that fits perfectly and now I feel like it is finally complete.

This is where I do makeovers, sew curtains and read good books, or when I just need to recharge I step in here for a moment and feel much better! This is a no-kid, no-husband zone:)

My mom gave me some cute material and suggested I make curtains from it. I sewed these last night and my kitchen is so bright now. I didn't realize what a huge difference something so little could make. I'm quite proud of the fact that I sewed a straight edge!

2011-01-03T15:15:00.004-07:00

Thanks everybody for your words of encouragement and love. I love you!

I was so blessed to grow up in a house full of tradition and I hope to start some of our own traditions. I think that really is what makes the Holidays so wonderful. We started the Fall with the Pumpkin Patch. We go with some friends and pick out the best pumpkins for our carving pleasure. The boys have a hay day rollin in the dirt and picking their very own pumpkin. I love watching them get so excited or be so content in the surroundings.

Being out in the quiet country makes me so happy and I'm sure we'll end up there when we settle into a home of our own. Horse pastures, orchards, gardens galore and space for the kids to romp sounds like heaven.

2011-01-02T13:00:00.004-07:00

"Trying to clean up after children is like trying to shovel when it's still snowing"

Everyday during nap time I hear Ty chatter away and 2 hours later I enter the room and behold 1 of the following situations...
1. He has emptied all of Emmetts clothes out of their baskets as well as the baskets of diapers
2. He has emptied the contents of the baby powder making it difficult to breathe or see
3. All of the wipes have been pulled one by one out of the case and thrown around the room
4. He has finally wiped himself out and made a huge pile of blankets, pillows and stuffed animals and is nestled in with a book.

Emmett usually finds a bucket of toys throws them on the ground and moves on to the next basket.

Josh leaves a trail from either door, into the kitchen, bath, laundry, living and master. I look at my room and think, he can't have anything else to wear and yet he does! He has a never-ending supply of clothing. We have a hamper in the bath and master, and he must have horrible aim because clothing will be all around the hamper and if I'm lucky draped on the hamper. I think all the clothing that doesn't make it into the hamper from now on will be put into a pile and he can deal with it! We'll see how long it takes him to notice that 14 foot tower:)

Lacey is an angel!

just a vent

2011-01-01T11:08:00.003-07:00

The feeling of Christmas was not at my home this year:( I tried to make it cozy and lovely but no matter what I did I couldn't achieve that warm, rich, happy feeling I get when I'm at my parents or sisters houses or the in-laws. When you walk in you feel absolutely loved and at peace and in the motivated to create that feel mood. I hope my kids felt happy and didn't feel the tension. I just have some bottled up emotion thats going to blow. I know I have the same emotions everybody else has, the problem is, i don't know how to express those emotions, so all that happens is I break out, have anxiety attacks and blow up over minor incidents. And while I'm venting do people think I'm a B? Seriously! I want to know. I know I'm ridiculously shy and somewhat spacey and shallow, but I don't want to be. There's not a switch in me that I can turn to change me, as much as I wish it. So I'm sorry if you think I'm a brat, Im not... Somedays I wish I could just cry until there's nothing left in me and start fresh.

Here's to a happier new year.

Dino's!

2010-10-11T22:08:00.003-07:00

I've been wanting to go to the Dinosaur Park forever! Ty loves the show Dinosaur Train, so I thought he would have a ball. The robot dinosaurs scared all the little boys, which we thought was sad-funny (I know I'm a mean mommy). I'm not quite sure what they thought of the rest.

We kind of just wandered for about an hour and then let them play in the sand, which was definitely more entertaining. I did have one of my embarrassing freak out moments when Ty and Jaxson were wandering down to the river. Brooke calmly called out to her boy, and then psycho mom appeared and yelled to Ty so obnoxiously like he was going to drown. I'm a little spacey sometimes and then something normal (like little boys exploring) happens and I lose control. I feel rather silly about this and feel I might have to let go of some of my control, so the boys can have normal, happy childhoods:)

Emmett's #1

2010-10-09T19:01:00.004-07:00

What a joyous occasion! Our handsome little E-man is growing up so fast. We are so blessed to have him in our family. He makes us laugh everyday and melts our hearts with those big happy smiles.

He is so patient with his brother. He is very curious. He loves his mommy so much, which is very flattering, but a little silly. We had a squirrel theme party to roll in Autumn. Lots of fun with family.

Yellowstone

2010-10-09T17:49:00.005-07:00

It's been years since I've stayed in Yellowstone! When I was younger, we would stay at our cousins cabin just outside of Yellowstone in the woods. There was such a unique feeling when we would stay there. It's like a mysterious haunting feeling. I always felt like I was being watched by some animal when we would go out to the water pump or swing on the rope swing, go hiking or biking. But it was a thrill and I've missed it, so I was so happy we were going there this year. We stayed in Grant Village. It was so relaxing and fun. The boys were seriously in heaven.

They had all there cousins and Tons of dirt, what could be better. We were able to see the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone -

so pretty and looking over the edge gave my bum a tickle(sorry everyone, ash knows what I mean). We also saw the hot pots, those are so fascinating.

I'm in awe of all the things that God has created. Our last day, we heard some gun shots and went running to the lake to see an adolescent bear swimming across the lake in a hurry. Yikes! The rangers assured us we were fine, so we felt somewhat okay about staying in our tent. The next week someone was eaten! No more tents for me!

We were able to go fishing, biking, walking and just enjoy the logdepole pines.

I forgot we had shaved Ty's head, so he was our little cancer patient. Love my beautiful family.

Zion Canyon

2010-10-09T16:18:00.005-07:00

I get so behind on blogging, and because I have a horrible memory, I think to myself, 'Gosh, did we do anything fun this Summer?' And yes we did, so I'm going to be doing a little catch up! Since I last posted in June, I'll start with July...Zion Canyon, Durfey Reunion. Been goin' strong for over 50 years. I love this place and I don't care that we go at the hottest time of year. I've done that since I can remember and I have the happiest memories with my family. This year the Schmidt girls + fams camped down by the river, it was glorious! The sound of the rushing water put us all right to sleep, except little Ty who we found sneaking out the doggy door of the tent.

I'm lucky because we were perched on a small cliff that dropped right next to those rapids, if I would have gone back a second later...I shudder at the thought! We played games into the wee hours (11pm, that's late for me these days!) with the Anderson clan.

Our wonderful 'float' which makes I think 4? in the Springdale parade:) Hiked up to Emerald pool - it was murky brown pool this year..boo.

But the hike is beautiful, the red rock, the sprinkling water falls and pools, the sound of us laughing echoing off the canyon. I love this tradition, I love the sights of Zion, the smells and sounds, our silly skits - ok they're a little embarrassing at the time, but we think we're pretty funny and clever, and we have hours of laughs later. I hope my kids enjoy wonderful traditions like this.

'Day is done Gone the Sun. All is well, safe and blessed. God is nigh.'

2010-06-29T21:07:00.002-07:00

Ready for Summer with their new haircuts! It was Emmett's first one and it made me a little sad, but they look so stinkin' cute, I wasn't sad for long.

2010-06-27T21:06:00.006-07:00

A few of our favorites...

Thanks Jen.

stay tuned...

2010-05-19T13:15:00.005-07:00

...Because we got family pics and I'm so excited if this pic is any indicator of how they turned out:)

2010-04-21T15:12:00.003-07:00

I realized I don't have many pics of Emmett up. He keeps us so entertained and happy, we're so blessed he's in our family!

Twinners in everyway but age!

save the date!

2010-04-21T14:14:00.004-07:00

I'm so so excited to announce our wonderful Piper & Chloe Spring Showcase is fast approaching. Save the dates - April 30th and May 1st! Be sure to enter here for a $20 gift certificate. If you've never been, you have no idea what you're missing. It's fast becoming one of the biggest shows in Utah! Check it out!

2010-04-12T15:37:00.002-07:00

I've had wreaths on the brain, so finally, me and my sil made these cute ones to adorn the door. They are so easy and so fun, I might make one for every month:)

2010-04-09T20:36:00.002-07:00

If you plant your veggie gardens from seed, you need to sow lettuce, onions, tomatos, and peppers this instant!(indoors of course) Everything should be ready to transplant outdoors the first of May. The tomatos after mother's day. You can sow pea seeds directly into the garden right away, since they like the cool air. Happy planting!

2010-04-06T20:17:00.006-07:00

I cannot believe I have a 2 year old. It absolutely blows my mind. Ty is my little angel, I am so grateful to be his mom. He is so tender, so happy and so fun! We are truly blessed he is a part of our home. I love watching him play. He is so fascinated with everything and he thinks he's hilarious and will burst into spontaneous laughter - crazy laughter. He loves to help me clean, he loves to give 'secret' hugs and tons and tons of kisses. I think we might kiss each other too much in this house, but who can resist those pouty, kissable lips! He loves to read, crash cars, shoot hoops and fly down the stairs or off the couch (he knows we'll catch him - even if I don't know). He's absolutely crazy, which we love. He loves to put up his dukes and give the evil eye. He's so tough. Then again, he loves wearing my makeup, lotion and nail polish:) He loves to headbang and play the air guitar and he loves his family and we love him with all our hearts!

Ari and Ty with grandpa McMillan

We had a little birthday party for Ty with his friends. It was so hilarious how much energy they have when they're together. They entertained us for a good 4 hours! This is my attempt to get the boys to sit still, but they were not in the mood for pictures, I tried for a good 5 minutes. Impossible!Ty's cute little friend Jaxson.

I wasn't very creative with the cake, but it was delicious. Ari was a little sad it wasn't her cake:)

We went and saw 'How to train your dragon' and it was the best movie ever! Hands down, my favorite! Ty was excited for about 1/2 hour and then he discovered all the people sitting behind us(we were in the front row) and so for another hour he played peeks with himself, thinking the kids behind us were playing. Oh he's a crack up! Love you Big Ty!

boy in the buff

2010-03-23T09:27:00.002-07:00

Oh gosh, I think little boys are so hilarious. Ty woke up about 8 this morning and I could hear him crying and then it would be quiet and then a little more wimpering, etc. When I did finally go in to get him ready, I was surprised with a nude boy in tennis shoes! Oh goodness it was so funny to me. He's obsessed with shoes lately, thats the first thing he does in the morning, is put his shoes on, I've even found him fast asleep curled up in bed with shoes on. So it just made it that much more funny, that's the only thing he prefers on his body! I'm not going to lie, it makes me nervous he can take off his diaper...but maybe that's a sign he's getting ready for big boy underwear! Yikes!

Partay!

2010-03-20T19:44:00.006-07:00

So I just got back from career conference and I'm super pumped!! It was like the biggest party with all my girls and I was surrounded by amazing, beautiful, inspiring people. I'm on a high and I'm so excited for my future in this business.
I thought this little video was so great...

home sweet home

2010-03-07T11:26:00.003-07:00

Last night after a long day of work, Josh told me about this precious moment he had with the boys. He was lying on his back with Emmett sitting on his chest and they were rocking back and forth. Emmett thought this was hilarious and soon Ty was wondering what all the excitement was, so he climbed up on daddy and put Emmett in a bear hug and they all rocked together, laughing so hard. Emmett was so excited to have his big bro pay so much attention to him. How happy it makes me that they love each other so much, but I was a little sad and, okay, a little jealous that I missed those sweet sounds of laughter. I'm glad I don't have to miss these moments too often, poor Josh, since on a good day he only sees the boys for a couple of hours. I'm so glad I'm the mommy!

Spring is in the Air

2010-03-01T18:55:00.004-07:00

I looked out the window and what did I see? Tulips, Daffodils and Crocus peeking out through the leaves!! Nothing puts me in the cleaning mood more than a warm, bright spring day. So I have scrubbed the windows, dusted and organized all the day long. I even started painting the bathroom! I feel so good and am so relieved it's warm enough to play outside. We were going a little crazy, I won't lie.

My little painting helper Ty and his best buddy Roman.

party plans

2010-02-26T14:51:00.002-07:00

I realize it's a month out, but I got a little excited! Inspiration hit and I took advantage of it!

holiday update

2010-01-13T20:25:00.005-07:00

My happy babe! He's back to sleeping through the night, yea! These past weeks have been exhausting, I thought either I had mono or I was prego! But it's just been my lack of a good nights sleep. I forgot everything I tell ya!A wondrous donation from the Jason McMillan clan! This is just 18 mos. to 2T. Jenni, you have a problem :), we love "new" clothes, to me it feels like another Christmas. If you click on the pic, you can see just how many clothes we got. There's no way Ty or Emmett will ever wear all of them, but man they're darling!
Chubby cheeks. Christmas morning, he was curios about all the crazy people hootin and a hollerin!
I'm so glad Ty likes Emmett, he likes that Emmett watches him. I think they'll be good buddies.
Going in for the kiss...Does is get any more precious!

Fun stuff on Christmas. Piano so he can have culture I tell ya! Cute table and chairs painted by g'ma Pam, lots of balls - can't have enough of those.
Aren't they gorgeous. Emmett was 'blessed' with Josh's hair line.
Opening 'white elephant' gifts, Ty got a bag of stale gumballs(are they gone yet, tif?) and I ate them all and worked out my jaw!
Ty absolutely loves his cousins, loves to be involved, loves to mimic everything Cam and Andy do, they're his heros.
I hope you all had a very happy holiday season and were blessed. We were blessed because of you!

Christmas fun

2009-12-22T23:09:00.008-07:00

I have just loved the season. I love the crystallized trees in the morning and the falling snow in the lamp light. I don't even mind shoveling the walks around the mortuary. I love breathing in the cold air and feeling so refreshed. We were blessed with "anonymous" donations, and we can't thank you enough for making our Holidays a little merrier. I won't lie, I enjoy being on the receiving end of so much love but we'll be happy to be on the giving end in the future. We have had a merry Christmas so far, with lots of fun activities. The Jon Schmidt concert was Super! I dragged Josh to it, but he actually really enjoyed himself - yea! - we will have culture if it kills me!! There were times when I got emotional, because music just has this amazing power over me. Have a listen to the following mash-up and just imagine more strings and percussion filling an auditorium - oh it was beautiful! I get chills listening to it and my heart feels very happy. We went to the lights down at Temple Square and Josh swears it's his last year :( lots of traffic and people cause him stress. Next year I'll just pretend he never said that because it really is so beautiful and I would feel like something was missing. We didn't stay long, because somewhere between our house and the parking garage we lost Ty's boot, so he was walking around in crocks, and the air was frigid so Emmett in his little hooded 'gown' was shivering - poor things. All the suffering just so mom could see some pretty trees! Santa Clause made a special stop at g'ma and g'pa McMillans. We bet on Ty bursting into tears, but he held it together! He was scootin off Santa's leg as soon as we put him down and could only look out the sides of his eyes at this jolly old soul.
After explaining what a nice guy Santa is and because of him presents will be under the tree, Ty decided he needed to give a hug and let Santa know he was cool with him. I'm so excited for Christmas Eve, I think it's funner than Christmas! Playing white elephant bingo (if you don't know what 'white elephant' is, you are missing out!) Singing songs, listening to the story of Jesus' birth, and playing Santa Clause. Oh what fun!!

Snow adventures

2009-12-12T22:22:00.004-07:00

I'm not going to lie, I felt like a child again tonight! I was runnin' around, hootin and a hollerin. The snow was a perfect consistency - sticky. The air was just right and we were going to see the Christmas Village! Finally, we did something on the advent calender! The boys were bundled up like Randy on 'Christmas Story', we danced the robot to Christmas tunes on the way. And then we threw snowballs, rolled around in the soft, wet snow,
saw the beautiful lights and decorated Christmas houses. They were quite awe-inspiring, especially to a tot. Emmett was pooped by the time we got home, too many lights!I haven't been since I was 14, but it used to be a family tradition to go every year and I hope it becomes one of ours. This is the year to start our new traditions as a little family, I can't wait. I LOVE CHRISTMAS!

I can wait...

2009-12-12T21:53:00.006-07:00

We had a little visitor at our house for the weekend. Her name is Pepper and she is a Blue Healer puppy! Wow, was Ty excited. He loves doggies, but to have one that actually stayed at our house was a treat indeed. Ty helped with feeding by putting one bit of food in the kennel at a time, he tested the drinking water, and it was satisfactory,
he made sure Pepper's accommodations were sufficient, he walked the dog to go potty, but got dragged instead and didn't let go of the rope until he fell down, (The concerned look was priceless). He got over it quickly and then thought it was pretty darn funny when Pepper jumped up on him and he would fall over. They were about the same height so both hands and paws reached the exact place on the counter, investigating the surface. Emmett thought it was surprising to be getting licks in the face all the time. The funniest and grossest part of our adventure was when Ty came over to me with hand outstretched and said 'poo', uh-oh, where did you get that! I thought he was diggin in his diaper, but then the smell hit me and unfortunately Pepper had an accident. Oh well, puppies are so fun, but lots of work, with all the chewin' and jumpin'. I would love to get a dog eventually for the boys, but I'm in no rush...

E's big day!

2009-12-07T11:29:00.003-07:00

Yesterday was a happy day. Emmett was given a name and blessing. He was blessed with understanding, patience and faith. Also, that he would serve a mission and marry in the temple. Josh said later how amazing it was, that his mind cleared and then the things he needed to say just came to him. He also said he has a new understanding of who our son is and that he has an important mission in the last days.

We are so lucky to be surrounded by our beautiful families. Thank you for all your love and support to our little family!

yay for crafts!

2009-12-05T14:50:00.004-07:00

I never thought I would have such fun creating things... We are on a tight budget for Christmas, so I decided to make Ty an alphabet animal book. He's actually been helping me make it, so it won't be much of a surprise! Here's my favorite pages...

My precious Emmett entertained for a moment by our very smelly(in a great way) tree.

nite nite

2009-11-23T11:17:00.006-07:00

It was a big night at the McMillan home. Ty got a big boy bed!! We've been talking about this bed for quite sometime, so it wasn't such a huge shocker to Ty. Last night we rearranged the boys' room and set the bed up. Ty was all excitement and all for helping dad, while mom stood by shouting Hooray! This obnoxious noise put Emmett to sleep and boy was it a deep sleep, he looked as if he had rigermortous(?) His arms were outstretched and every time I tried to lay them down, he would make them even stiffer! Anywho, I read Ty his story and sang some songs, tucked him in and comforted him as I walked out the door. I stood outside the door as he whimpered for two and a half minutes, and then sweet silence. When I came down a few minutes later he had rolled all his blankets against the wall and was lying, arch backed on top. Oh such comfort! I have to be honest, I'm a bit of a baby. I almost cried seeing him in such a giant bed. I remember when he was Emmett size going into the crib.

I've heard people say, the best sound is your children getting themselves breakfast on a saturday morning. Now I can relate, I heard Ty go upstairs this morning and turn on the tv, waiting for further instruction.

Emmett will be transferred shortly from the cradle to the crib, he's already filling every corner but I'm just holding out a little longer. He's been sleeping through the night for 3 weeks now(8 hours)! oh glorious sleep! But he's only 2 1/2 months and Ty was in our room until 11 months(embarassing)... but I'm in no hurry!

Wow he's a chunker!

yo!

2009-11-19T20:40:00.007-07:00

Gosh! How do you get back into blogging? I've been out of the loop for so long, I don't even know where to begin! Since I changed my background and Josh is having guys night upstairs, I better get something written...

I absolutely love having two little boys. Ty makes me laugh everyday with his imagination and his cheerfulness. Here he decided to make a shoe bed? And whenever I say, "let me wash your bum", he stands up, grabs onto the handle and swings away! What a crack up!

Emmett is so darn kissable and he's in his cooing and break-his-cheeks smiling stage.

It's so fun for me as a mom to see Ty get excited about things, especially this fall! Poking (Carving) pumpkins, putting leaves one by one in the pine tree, making a head print (snowangel) in the snow, dancing to Christmas music, and on and on. I feel so grateful to be a mom, there's no better job!

piper & chloe giveaway

2009-10-26T18:41:00.001-07:00

Coterie is featuring a giveaway for our holiday showcase! Be sure to enter and don't miss our show!

It's about time...

2009-10-04T11:36:00.009-07:00

Our beautiful Emmett. So happy he's here!!

Ty has been my little angel helper and he sure loves his baby brother. I love watching him interact with Emmett, especially when Ty doesn't know I'm around. He'll get right up in Emmett's face and have a one sided conversation, pet his head and give him a kiss. Emmett looks at him with big eyes as if he knows Ty. These boys are my little miracles.

2009-09-01T21:04:00.002-07:00

I'm getting induced on Thursday, my body thanks me. We're excited for our new adventure with baby Emmett and hope and pray he and Ty will be the best of friends. I can only imagine a Ty clone, so it will be very interesting to meet this new little spirit. Can't wait!

just made me smile...

2009-07-26T19:05:00.002-07:00

Grizzly Bear / Two Weeks from Minimaxwell on Vimeo.

woe is me

2009-07-14T19:55:00.003-07:00

How is it possible that I forgot my first pregnancy so fast? Ty was 8 months when we were blessed again to be prego, and I had forgotten EVERYTHING! Of course the first horrible 3 months of doing absolutely nothing, good thing Ty won't remember mom's neglect or maybe he just thought I was the best mom, because he could climb all over me for hours as I layed on the floor. Then the middle months of not knowing whether to buy bigger clothes or tell people there's a reason for the chub around the middle - of course it's just been sittin' there since Ty was born... I'm not really a motivated person :( there is a moment of bliss when the bump really starts to pronounce itself, I can still squeeze on my jeans and paired with a lovely maternity blouse I feel quite proud to be the mother of a darling tot with one on the way, hoping people think oh what a cute little mommy! Ha! On to the last months...have I always been so angry and sad, I can't remember not being so. Every night Josh has with the guys or every pea Ty throws on the floor I want to punch a wall and scream. Then I see Ty sleeping so peacefully or getting on his tummy to inspect some ants on the orange remains, Josh always giving me complete attention when he comes home and listening to me say 'you don't love me' for days. It makes my heart swell. I absolutely love these boys and boo-hoo I hope they know it! Oh I can't forget the heartburn, with Ty I could control it with tums until the last month when I took pepcid. This time since day one I've had it and nothing helps me! That's another thing that makes me quite angry. Last night I kept getting 'frogs' which are air bubbles that want to be burps but since I can't burp they just gurgle out of my throat. I know, I'm sexy! I finally fell asleep and Josh said my frogs kept coming until I let out a huge burp! Hallelujah, I can burp in my sleep! He thought that was hilarious and I laugh out of total humiliation...am I really the lady you married!? Yikes poor hubby, I apologize, but only 2 more months of dirty dishes, angry outbursts and gross bodily sounds! And then we can worry about sleep deprivation, stretch marks and the chubby midsection and a jealous Ty (hopefully not)!

simple pleasures

2009-06-15T15:25:00.008-07:00

Ty has about everything you can imagine, thanks to my wonderful family. More clothes than I've ever seen a child have, toys and books galore, the cutest little cowboy bedroom... yet still, I find myself wanting more and more things for him. Everywhere I go, I have to look at boy clothes and toys, the latest in technology for a 15 month old. And why? Really he hasn't worn the same outfit more than 5 times, all his toys are admired for a week or so and then they are dismissed. So, today as I watched Ty pick up plastic pots and put them on a table, take them off and set them on the ground, start to turn, turn back, pick up the pots and place them on the table, over and over, I couldn't help but smile. I cannot force him to do anything other than his little heart desires. Which includes playing with a golf club, pulling all the tupperware out of the cupboard, putting garbage in the desk drawer and his new fav, thanks to g'ma Pam, placing golf tees in a glass jar. How silly to think we can a buy a child's happiness. That goes for me too. Although I think about a new house and a new car, I'm really happiest watching Ty discover life. And you can't buy that!

This was our fun little summer party at g'ma Pam's. The kids enjoyed old fashioned games and yummy food. We had loads of fun!! Thanks marm! (see more here)

Ty loves to jump, so the pool cover made a very pleasant jumping experience...

Sportin' his big bang, he also chipped a tooth:(

our happy guy

2009-06-04T18:48:00.008-07:00

My camera was set on a funky burst mode and came up with these. I really wish I knew what I was doing when it came to cool photography things. Ty moves so fast I usually don't get the shot I want in time...now I have 16 opportunities to get one!!
Ty enjoying his first bouncing lessons on the tramp. It cracks me up how fast little Ari's legs move. I love watching Ty get so excited about new things, it makes my heart so happy.
We gave Ty some fat markers and boy was that fun!! He wanted to paint everything including his mouth and feet!

for the love

2009-05-14T19:31:00.004-07:00

I'm back at the Botanical Center and can't explain how happy about it I am! I get to spend my days in the garden, picking spent blooms, taking cuttings for new plants, watering and yes, weeding! I love it, I love it, I love it! There has been so much growth over the past year that I've been gone, and it just makes me crazy with joy. I find motivation every day to have a beautiful garden. My little mortuary garden is slowly but surely coming to pass and I get so excited to see how much a plant can grow in one little season. I will continue on a little section this Saturday after the fabulous plant sale happening at the UBC this weekend. I will buy Gaura and Globeflower, Sundancer Daisy and maybe a Penstemon. I can hardly wait.

By the by, the UBC is located off the freeway in Kaysville and the sale is from 8am to 2pm up by the greenhouses!

Piper & Chloe Spring Showcase

2009-05-06T09:57:00.002-07:00

May 8th and 9th, don't forget to shop Piper & Chloe!!

I finally see...

2009-05-02T13:38:00.004-07:00

Everyone, from day one, has told me Ty looks exactly like Josh. For some reason, maybe pride, I couldn't quite see it! Today as he was eating, suddenly there was my Josh 26 years earlier. It was the weirdest but sweetest moment. A picture of Josh flashed in my head and I was like 'Yep, Ty looks exactly like Josh.' What handsome boys. These are pics of my Josh when he was like 3, so I know just what Ty will look like in 2 years. Cutest boy ever!!

On a side note...what does everyone think of the names Brooks, Caleb and Emmett? for our new addition.

Woodland Party

2009-04-28T11:54:00.004-07:00

Bostyn and Ty's mom's decided to make turning one extra special for these little spirits, born minutes apart. We turned to our creative director and she planned a most woodlandy fiesta. Mushroom decorations filled the backyard and a game of 'poisionous mushroom' was played by the little ones. After a scavenger hunt and pin the polka dot on the mushroom, the babes dug in to their very own toadstool cupcakes. I feel the mother of a baby turning one, needs to have a little fun as well. So yes, the party was mostly for Ash and I. In one year these little miracles have learned so much and have brought so much joy. Happy birthday my sweet baby!

2008-11-23T16:08:00.002-07:00

My marm broke her shoulder this past weekend! Now, she is quite the adventurous soul... but because of this, occasionally she gets hurt. Let's recap... broke her front tooth playing hide n seek in the dark, broke her collar bone falling from ladder, broke both legs and ankle as she walked off a 12" curb (the leaves were so deep she just thought it was a regular old 6" curb), cracked her elbow doing a triple-lutz in the ice rink(was the triple before or after she started to fall?!), and broke her shoulder as she was bowling the best game of her life. I so love this woman! She is my hero. Mom I'm so glad you are so spunky and full of energy and I'm sorry this had to happen. Don't ever stop, you are too much fun!!

today...

2008-11-08T17:42:00.003-07:00

...I was feeling a little uninspired. The sky was blue and I should have gone for a walk, but T and I have been a bit under the weather and I'm desperate for our voices to be back and the hacking to stop! It kindof makes me laugh when T starts to get really emotional and scream, no sound comes out...poor guy, but yea for my ears! I don't feel worried about him(should I be?), because he's handling it so well. He's pretty happy during the day and he sleeps through the night, even though he has many coughing attacks. Anyway, I think the fresh air might have done us some good...oh well!

My herbs aren't growing and all the basil has died! I've put more than I can afford into this show(which isn't much) and if my contribution doesn't turn out I might have to pick up another hobby, which actually would be a good thing. Ash and I were talking about how great it would be to have the ability to look around the house and create something great. But when all you've got around the house is outdated scrapbook paper and a box of nails, it gets a little tricky.

A friend came over today and brought her happy attitude, which left me uplifted. I don't know how some people fill there day so effectively. She's always so happy and always busy. Somedays I just feel so darn lazy and wonder what I should do. I love being a mom at home but need to have some type of outlet. I need some inspiration people...what do you do with your days?

I think I'll go clean the dishes and scrub the bathroom. Maybe some cleanliness will open my mind!!

a crush

2008-11-04T16:38:00.000-07:00

Crush - David Archuleta
Ok, call me a total cheese ball, but I really like David Archuleta's new song 'Crush'. I hope this video brings you joy as it does me. I get all giddy when I hear it and the music video brings memories of high school and my crush...Josh. Oh it was so fun! He still is as much as ever my favorite crush. I can't believe it's been 12 years!!! We were quite a pair - oh the awkwardness!! But I look back and I just have such happy feelings, cheesy feelings, if you will. Those first moments of love (well, of my crush), the rush, catching my breath, the goosebumps, holding back, flirting with his friends to get his attention, the jealousy, finding our stars, kissing, dancing, playing. Then years of wondering and then years of knowing he was my man. I am a lucky girl - I will always cherish those early memories and the many we make and will make for eternity. He makes me laugh everyday, he tries his darndist to make sure I'm a happy girl. Don't be jealous ya'll :)Love you Joshy

handsome little devil

2008-10-31T11:26:00.001-07:00

Ty getting in to character with intense eyes!

We had lots of fun at family parties this week. We went to the haunted pond where Ty was frantic to see where the voices were coming from. We bowled pumpkins and ate out of pumpkins, haven't smashed any pumpkins...yet! Played with glow sticks by the fire, and took lots of pics.
G'pa and his gillars!!
Josh was a '20s gangster one night and a rodeo clown another. I was a flapper and of course Ty was our handsome devil!

herbs anyone?

2008-10-28T11:10:00.000-07:00

I'm amazed at the talent around me and I wish I was somewhat crafty. But alas, I must stick to what I know...plants. My contribution for the Piper & Chloe showcase will be herb gardens for your kitchen. I just planted them on Saturday, so hopefully they fill out nicely before the show. Here's a sneak peak!! Hope you all can make it! I know I go on and on about Ty, but he's so funny. Lately he's been smacking his lips. He usually does this after he has a bink or bottle in his mouth and it's one of the funnier things I've seen in my life. I tried to get the action on camera, but to no avail. Instead he made me laugh in his urgency to grab the shiny object in my hand.

2008-10-23T19:24:00.000-07:00

Josh and I don't take pictures together anymore!! Sad, but our priority has turned to capturing every itty bitty moment of Ty's life. My little man is 6 1/2 months old and for about 4 of those months he's been crying, the other 2 he is my happy boy or sleeping. So peaceful...
...Dragon tales and the water is wild
Pirates sail and lost boys fly
Fish bite moonbeams everynight
And I love you
Godspeed little man
Sweet dreams little man
Oh my love will fly to you each night on angel wings
Godspeed, sweet dreams...

uh-oh, licorice is a new favorite. Ty loungin as we ride the antique train in Heber.

My pride and joy - oh, you guys already knew?

random thoughts

2008-10-20T09:50:00.001-07:00

Does anyone watch House? It is my new favorite show. It would be quite fun to be so smart and be a detective of the body. I don't understand half of what they say, but I like to pretend I know exactly what the docs are talking about (I might fool Josh).

My baby is almost crawling! I can hardly believe it. I want him to stay so little and snuggly but at the same time, every stage is such a joy to watch. He's been scooting for a while (backwards only) and then he started the stink bug, today he put his knees down and bounced up and down on them. I'm a proud mama!! And he gets so excited when he is praised! Oh I love that bug.

His sexy face :)

So, if you don't know about our Holiday Showcase, you should check it out!(tiffanys blog) I'm so excited about it and I hope it will be loads of fun!

fall days

2008-10-11T12:53:00.000-07:00

What a perfect, cozy Saturday! I enjoy the first few dark days of fall so much. I can hear the rain patter on the dry leaves outside our bedroom window, the wind is rattling the window pane, Ty is snuggled up in his bed for a nice nap and I think I'll do the same. I remember growing up having awesome thunder storms. I would wrap up in a blanket and sit on the heater under a small table while I read a book. The smell of hot cocoa or apple cider. The yummy smells of the coming holiday. Chocolate, spice, pine... I hope we have a thunder storm today, they make me so excited for the Holidays, I know they come and go so fast, but it's usually perfect timing since we get restless with the seasons. Mother Nature must know this. I feel lucky to have 4 seasons, to renew my goals and declutter and just feel inspired.

Last night we went to a Layton football game and I bundled Ty up so good, luckily he had some thermals. They are hilarious...red, quite tight on my muscle man, and I think we'll use them for his Halloween costume - the devil!! I just need a tail and some horns and he'll be the cutest devil around.

The Power of Three
Three names you go by:
Lacey, Lace, Elle
Three things you are wearing right now:
sweats, t-shirt, wedding ring
Three of your favorite things to do:
Read, scrapbook, snuggle with the fam
Three things you want very badly at the moment:
a bike, more time, someone to fold laundry
Three favorite pets you have had:
Butch and Cassidy, Pug
Three things you did last night:
Went to a football game, drank hot mint cocoa, figured out a Halloween costume for Ty
Three things you ate today:
smoothie, saltines, parmesan pasta-roni
Three people you last talked to:
Ty, Joshua, Jaron
Three longest car rides:
Utah to Nauvoo, Utah to San Diego, Utah to Fargo
Three favorite holidays:
Christmas, 4th of July, my birthday :)
Three favorite beverages:
Squirt, Grape Koolaid, Banana-berry smoothie

my girl

2008-10-05T17:14:00.000-07:00

I won't comment much about the St. George Marathon, only that I'm so proud of Ash for accomplishing her goal. I'm not gonna lie, I was a little emotional watching all those people cross that finish line. You're amazing! When someone was stumbling toward there goal, the whole crowd would start cheering to give them that extra push. I need that crowd once in a while, to push me forward, to remember what I'm doing and why I'm here...good thing I have all you folks. I couldn't make it without you. It was pretty funny when we were looking out for Ash, I had a feeling I wouldn't recognize her, and sure enough all of a sudden mom was on my back yelling oh! ash! oh! oh! I'm like 'what's goin on?' and by the time I got my camera out, she was long gone. So anyway, I love you and am so proud of you! We stopped by g'ma and g'pa Schmidt's, it was wonderful to see them, I haven't seen them since our wedding!! Coming home was a bit of a nightmare (Ash and Cristelle can relate to my screaming baby) we had to stuff licorice in Ty's mouth and 2 hours out, I had to lay down with him in the back seat. Don't tell a soul! It was the only way to keep mom and dad sane!
I have missed my Josh so much. I always thought I was so independent, but the more I'm with Josh, the more I need him! He's been hunting elk and is due back tonight, hopefully!! I've been staying at mom and dad's this weekend, because my house is scary without my boo! Mom and I went pumpkin shopping, I picked up some really warty one's...oooh spooky!
I'm loving the fall!! Everything is so fresh and exciting, especially now with Ty experiencing it all for the first time. Sure love my boys!!

Family pictures

2008-10-01T11:47:00.001-07:00

are you kidding me?!

2008-09-29T16:32:00.000-07:00

This spider was in bed with Ty! It was even larger than this picture.

My Week

2008-09-29T11:02:00.000-07:00

I've been out of commission since last Friday, so I will now update (bore, whichever you prefer) you on All the details of last week.
Friday I awoke at 5:30 am having to pee so bad - which hasn't happened since I was pregnant. I went, came back to bed and was put to sleep by the running toilet. 10 am my family finally starts to roll out of bed. I walk out of our room and my feet are suddenly covered in water. WHAT THE @#$%! I'm furious. I start snapping at no one in particular about how this house is so freakin old and disgusting, our plumbing is falling apart and we're all going to die of mold inhalation!! I tell Josh he better call his dad to get someone over here to fix this mess ASAP! I carry on with my day trying not to walk on the carpet because it's just making a bigger mess. The plumber calls at 2 just as I'm about to go for a walk with Ty. Oh good! So I turn around and just walk around the house, suddenly I hear an eery sound, almost like water spraying. I walk over to the faucet, and what do you know, the hose has been on all night! I then replay the previous day in my head, I washed the car and watered our new garden and then just threw the hose in the bushes!! IDIOT! I can feel my face turn scarlet, because now I have to face the plumber! He pulls up, I tell him what happened, he does fix the running toilet, and leaves. I then proceed to wet-vac the water - 15 gallons later, the hose won't suck anymore and the level of water is bearable, so I turn 2 lousy fans on and they are still blowing as I write, 10 days later. Our room is dry, the hall is 90% and Ty's room about 75%. We had to end on a happy note so we went to a Layton football game. Here's our little man.

Saturday turned out to be a much happier day. Ashley received her endowment. She is so beautiful and wonderful and I am so happy for her. When we came out of the temple at 7:30pm the sky was so amazing, with the deepest blue rain and thunder clouds and the most orange sunset barely peeking through.
Monday came around and I thought I had a UTI, (yuck and too much detail I know) and then I got to thinking I wonder if I'm pregnant, I took a test, negative, and then I got to thinking should we try now or wait until December. Josh and I decided to pray about it and I threw my birth control away!!
Tuesday...Jenni was so nice to take our family pictures and Ty's 6 month pics. I have only seen a few and I have the cutest baby boy ever! I will post those when I finally get over to Jenni's. Thank you thank you!!
Wednesday began a little slow, my body was aching so bad and I had the chills. Ty and I took lots of naps and layed in front of the tv most of the day, Thursday was more of the same until I went to bed. I began shivering so bad, so I drug my body upstairs to Josh and told him to turn on the heater. He wrapped me up in a blanket, turned the heater on full blast and put the heating pad under me. For 20 minutes I was convulsing so bad, I couldn't concentrate on anything, I was so thirsty but water was so gross. Josh wanted to take me to the hospital, but the thought of having to get up was unbearable. He and Jason gave me a blessing instead and the shaking stopped. I was calm enough to lay in bed somewhat peaceful. Thank goodness for those blessings! I have been a little distant to Ty this week because I don't want him getting sick. Josh would lay him on his stomach and pat his bum for him to fall asleep and every once in a while he would lift up his head, look around until he found me, smile and then lay back down. What an angel to look out for his mommy!
Saturday was Ashley, Eric and Bostyn's Sealing day. Such a happy day for my best friend and her family. Love you guys!
(quick apology to anyone who thought I was being a little mean, I was a little under the weather and a bit out of it, but I love you)
So yesterday, the 28th was my birthday. I am now 27! Hard to believe. I have learned to look at my body as instrumental instead of ornamental, which is hard for me, but I look at Ty and can't believe with the help of my body I made this perfect person. So I have no reason to bash it. I also started a new book 'Simple Abundance' which is helping me discover myself. To be grateful for all I have and to value my opinion. I am thankful to be married to Josh, to be a mother to Ty. I have a wonderful family and many caring friends. I am surrounded by beauty and have a testimony of my Saviour.
Boo-bye I'm off to the Dr.

Teton Springs

2008-09-15T10:04:00.000-07:00

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Yep, this was the vacation I needed!! The gorgeous pine covered hills with the tiniest bit of yellow and red peeking through. The breath of fresh air I kept taking because I couldn't get enough of the freshness. The sound of only my breathing while hiking or taking a bike ride. The stillness of nature.
We didn't get off to a good start, me and Ash and Ty and Bostyn, since the car was just not what the babies wanted. Ty especially just wanted a clean diaper and a warm bottle and some cozy pjs, but I was a bit hasty to get goin', so only my needs were met (selfish mommy!) We arrived after everyone was in bed so we got babies into cribs and jumped into the most luxurious bed I've ever slept in! Much to my chagrin Ty woke up and started to fuss and I was paranoid he was going to suffocate so brought him into bed. I just have to say he is an angel and when he sleeps I stare at him. I know this sounds creepy but I just think he is so perfect and I don't want to miss a second of his life!
The next morning we walked around the empty village. The most beautiful cabins you've ever seen set on a golf course and tucked up into the hills. I'm "so seriously blessed" to have such a great family. I am inspired by them.
We went into Jackson Hole later and walked around all the shops. There were some cute boutiques that I didn't remember. Ate at Mountain High Pizza Pie, and I gave Ty a little too much sprite I think (he was naughty that night). So many people were commenting on Bostyn's famous hair (if you've never seen it you must) and strangers were critiquing my parenting skills (I was a little bugged, I'll admit) when supposedly I was feeding Ty's neck! Just look at his beauty and don't make unnecessary belittling comments.(I've been told I'm overly sensitive) This only applies to strangers by the way! That night before games got underway, my sisters tried to help Ty get to sleep, instead they became deaf because of his high pitched wails. I love you for your thoughtfullness to both me and Ty.
Between dad's 10 'sticky things' starting with 'M'(can we say Monkey lips), mom forgetting that 'soda' does not start with 'O', and arguments about David comma King, I haven't laughed like that in a long time!!
We drove into Teton Nat'l Park on Saturday and walked a mile around Jenny Lake. It was so pretty and so quiet. At one point I stopped to feed Ty, and could not believe how silent it was. Teton on one side with the lake reflecting its majesty, Pine and Aspen trees hiding you from view, the chatter of chipmunks and occasionally a small wave crashing on the beach. It was such a perfect moment and I hope to remember it always. To top it off a couple came around the bend and when they saw me they said, 'We wondered how it could possibly be so quiet and then we came around the corner and saw a mama and her cub!' I loved that! I'm glad I shared that with Ty.
We lounged the rest of the day in the cabin or on the lawn. It was invigorating. I felt like I didn't have a care in the world. My house and all the things I had to do never entered my mind. While we ate BLTA's (we found a football size Avocado!) Cristelle took Ty into the movie room and stuffed pillows around him so he could sit up and watch TV, it was the funniest thing to see and made him oh so happy for a moment.
More games and tons more laughter that night with Scattergories, and Wizard(sleeve;). Sorry everyone about my baby crying, more like screaming, when he was so tired! I'll have you know he's back to normal now that we're home, so don't feel bad for me!
I came home a day early because I missed my Joshy who couldn't come because of the horses and work. It's good to be back but my plate is already piled high of chores, etc. and I sure miss the peace of no traffic, and a breeze that carries all your cares away.
Thanks for the fun and memories everyone, love you all!!

Hoop Lake

2008-09-08T15:44:00.000-07:00

The Uintahs are so beautiful!! We took up our new horse, Sampson, (we named him this because he is big and mighty!) and were lucky enough to stay in a motorhome (we won't talk about the non working generator - my family can relate!) with baby Ty!! Josh rode the horse quite a lot and had a wonderful time. I'm still a little nervous, so I stuck to walking him to the lake for a drink. He is a gorgeous horse and very gentle and well trained so I just need to practice! (did I mention he was a $1.00!) We are very fortunate to have such a great horse compared to our freak show Jasmine!(we sold her this Spring, cause she was crazy!) Josh also took up his new .45 so we shot that and Braxton's Assault Rifle. Am I a cowgirl or what!! Well, I might be someday thanks to Josh. We camped right next to Hoop Lake and in the early morning, when it wasn't windy, it was a huge sheet of glass. It made me stop and stare and realize how grateful I am to live in such a beautiful country. There is so much beauty everywhere I look I mentioned it was windy and my goodness it was chili and poor Ty didn't have any hats for his little head. So I improvised and used his pants or a onesie to keep a little of the chill off!! Lexy was nice enough to let us borrow her pink sweater, (thank you Lex!) on the last day because we ran out of clean clothes for Ty's head! Ty didn't sleep well in his play pen so he ended up between Josh and I and then I didn't sleep well because I didn't want to roll onto him!>Ty had lots of fun with baby cousin Ari and all his big cousins kept him well entertained. Ty loves to put things in his mouth. Yum! He is very proud of his new trick, standing in Josh's hand. He will burst his cheeks with his big grin and I love how he throws his arms out.
I'm so grateful for my cute little family, they mean the world to me.

here we go

2008-09-04T10:05:00.000-07:00

I have a stressed neck! It must be vacation time!

Ty Joshua

2008-08-20T09:12:00.000-07:00

I feel so grateful to be a mom! I can't describe the pure love I have for Ty. He was sent to teach me and give me joy, to bring peace to our little home. Josh and I sit up and just talk about how precious that little man is. I am so happy I got pregnant when I did. My life is so different for the better. He has brought a perfect spirit and life to us and I feel the need to surround myself with good just so I feel worthy to be in his presence. His little smiles just melt my heart and the way he clings to me and cuddles. I never thought I could love someone so much, and it came so naturally. I think about him or look at him and my heart just feels like it's going to burst, it's like this excitement and happiness that can't be quenched. I'm so grateful to Heavenly Father for allowing me to protect and teach His son and my beautiful boy!! Ty is heaven on earth. Love you Ty!

Is this true!!

2008-08-17T15:27:00.001-07:00

Lacey...

You Are a Hazelnut

You are very unique and distinct. You may even freak some people out.
Most people don't really know how to interact with you.
You get along best with anyone who is super sweet.
But you really do get along with almost anyone. You just need a chance to wow them.

What Nut Are You?

Josh...

You Are a Cashew

You are laid back, friendly, and easy going.

Compared to most people, you have a very mild temperament.

You blend in well. You're often the last person to get noticed.

But whenever you're gone, people seem to notice right away!

What Nut Are You?

Feed Me!

2008-08-11T09:33:00.000-07:00

I love this little boy more than I can say, he makes me laugh so much and he's so fun to just watch. We started cereal and oh what fun!! He gets so excited, his little legs and arms will just shake and he makes this nervous laugh that cracks me up!!

USA

2008-08-11T09:21:00.000-07:00

How amazing was the 4x100 swimming event last night!! Oh my goodness, that was so intense. Me and Josh were jumping up and down the last 50m like I'm sure everyone else in America was!! Wrong picture, but our boys are so cute...so sorry France!

ow!

2008-08-04T16:40:00.000-07:00

Today I got my 4 month shots...I was very upset that my mother would do this to such a cute boy, Me!

Some of my talents at 4 months are...

looking so darn cute, sticking out my tongue, big cheesy grins and adorable coos and giggles, and rolling over. I also like to eat my whole fist, and grab my rattles. I'm growing so fast!!

Bear Lake

2008-07-31T09:39:00.000-07:00

Wow! Last week went by so fast...of course it always does when you want something to last! I was a little nervous about going for a whole week, but all my anxiety disappeared when we came over that ridge and saw the crystal blue water! There was never a dull moment, mostly because there was 24 of us under one roof!! Ty was never left alone, which he loved, but made me a little jealous, cause I sure like to hold him too!! The water was wonderful, Braxton was so nice in letting us use their boat and do a little 'Big Momma' time. I tell you what, my arms wouldn't go straight for about 3 days after a wild ride. It was so worth it! Ty got the shivers in the water and a few times a wave would catch us by surprise and go over his head. His wet panic look is the cutest! Josh and I were very fortunate to get one of the bedrooms so we slept like rocks and Ty had plenty of undisturbed nap time. I've never played so many games in my life! Everynight and morning for a couple of hours there was canasta or sequence, uno or rook(yuk, by the way!) game. My baby, Josh, is hilarious! I'm so glad I got to marry him.

2 blogs

2008-07-18T09:53:00.000-07:00

since i have two blogs(on accident), I decided to post some designs I'm doing on the other...ellecarmel.blogspot.com

sweet dreams

2008-07-17T09:01:00.000-07:00

Ty sleeps so well at night...at least 9 hours!! But during the day, he starts to get a sad pout and I know he's tired, so I usually rock him to sleep, which sometimes can take 45 minutes when he's fighting it! Well, I decided, after getting lots of friendly advice, to let him cry it out. Tuesday...1 hour, Wednesday...20 minutes, today 15 and I know it will only get better. I'm so happy and I don't feel like a mean mommy!!

water and naps

2008-07-10T13:57:00.000-07:00

Ty and I went to Tif's for some swimming, and I have to say I have a little water baby. Ty was content just to bob up and down or float in my arms, even a little dunking didn't seem to bother him. After an hour in the pool, he was worn out and sprawled out without a care in the world. He's pretty cute when he sleeps.

this was the 'wingdings' post...

2008-07-08T15:15:00.000-07:00

So Happy Together...
Mom and dad's song! Says is all, doesn't it? When I hear this song only happy thoughts enter my mind. My dear parents have been the most influential, fun people I will ever know. We are a happy family made of 5 very individual daughters who love and adore them. We'll even share a very private 25th anniversary dance with the relatives. The fact is that we'd do anything for these two people. I'm so glad we have senses of humor! I know as a family we will be happy together forever.Which takes me to my next happy thought. My dearest boy, Joshua. Sometimes you need an outsiders view to see and understand something so incredible. Ashley was my outsider, mine and josh's biggest fan. Can you believe how rough high school can be? It's actually a little ridiculous and embarrassing at times, but it can be so trying, and it was. My uncertainty followed me through that time, and then college. I was so confused and angry at times. Life made no sense at times and I felt alone. All of you know I am no communicator and it eats me up. You'll try to make me talk but I hate to be vulnerable, which I think sharing your feelings makes me!! Silly girl! Well, my best friend Ash was always there even if she hated to be, but I'll owe her forever. Her thoughts on my situation with Josh made me finally open my eyes and realize what a wonderful person Josh is. I don't like to brag, but Josh has loved me and only me, no matter what, all these years. He's been my teacher, friend and lover and I still can't believe he's mine. How incredible he makes me feel!! So anyway, lucky me. Being married to him is the best gift I could ever receive. 'I just want you close, where you can stay forever. You can be sure, it will only get better. You and me together, through the days and nights, I don't worry 'cause everything will be alright.' Alicia KeysNext happy thought...my baby Ty Joshua. I am overwhelmed with happiness and excitement. It was a shocker when we found out. I threw the pee stick at Josh, I was very upset! And selfish as I am, I haven't been really happy about this until I heard his heart beat for the first time. I can't believe it, still. I feel I need to grow up a lot still and Josh and I are still getting to know each other, but it's fun, this learning process. Again, I feel so grateful and humbled that Heavenly Father trusts me with this life!
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