This kicks my butt at 5:00am. Well, this combined with sprints on a treadmill going full speed.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
This is an evil, evil machine
This kicks my butt at 5:00am. Well, this combined with sprints on a treadmill going full speed.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
My Random Three's TAG
{JOYS}
1. My children! I love watching them experience life...all of the excitement, happiness, tears, frustrations, EVERYTHING! It's very hard to step back and let them figure it out, but very rewarding to see them make good decisions (and hopefully learn from the bad ones!).
2. My husband. Chris is without a doubt my very best friend. He understands me and loves me and knows exactly what I need at any given time. We talk so easily and laugh together at the most ridiculous things. It's great.
3. Disneyland. I know it may be silly, but it truly is one of my favorite places ever. I think it is so magical and I get butterflies when I think of our upcoming trip! Hooray for Disneyland!
{FEARS}
1. Nothing makes me feel panic like not knowing where one of my kids are, even if it's for just a few minutes (and sometimes even seconds). I am COMPLETELY irrational in my thinking, and I am very aware of that, but I still can't calm myself down. Ask my Farmington Ranches friends :) They know I'm crazy, but I will happily admit it.
2. Having one of my "depersonalization" episodes and not being able to make it stop.
3. Death of a loved one. Or myself.
{GOALS}
1. Be a better mom. Every day I think I wake up with the thought that I will play more with the kids, or teach them more, or try to squeeze some one-on-one time in with someone, or have personal conversations with each of them, or try not to be such a control freak with them, or try to nag less...etc, etc. Most days I fail. But that's why it's so great that there is always tomorrow!
2. Try to be less judgemental. I swear, ideas or thoughts just pop into my head all of the time that I DO NOT mean to think. I see someone..or a situation..and I am so quick to judge and it is SO FRUSTRATING (!!) because I try so hard not to do that. It's like I need to get a handle on my own thoughts. My goal is to be like Jill Halliday (Chris's aunt) and love everyone for exactly who they are...no more, no less.
3. To get fit and lose all of my extra weight. Fix my eating habits and gain self-control. It's a battle.
{OBSESSIONS/COLLECTIONS}
1. Taking photos, organizing photos, labeling photos, getting photos into albums, making sure I have every last photo I have ever taken, or that someone has taken of my family. Pictures are one of my favorite things ever. I love and appreciate most memories, so I try my hardest to preserve them well.
2. Checking my body for suspicious moles, lumps, pains, etc. I am not even kidding you, I don't think there has been a single day go by without me worrying about cancer or moles or disease or something of the sort. I am a stress case. I have literally had to say prayers to calm myself down before because I can really get myself going (about nothing!). I have been this way since my earliest memories as a child.
3. I collect Christmas ornaments from all the different places we visit. I love our hodge-podge Christmas tree that is full of fun and random ornaments.
{RANDOM FACTS ABOUT ME}
1. I have absolutely no musical talent to speak of...no rhythm, no tune, nothing of the sort. But, man-oh-man, I LOVE music. My ipod is chucked full and I could listen to it all day, every day. I love rock music, upbeat music, Christmas music, most anything (although not much country)! Some of my favorites: the Killers, Tom Petty, Pearl Jam, The The, the Beatles, George Michael, etc...
2. Chris and I absolutely love Las Vegas. Yes, it has to be one of the trashiest places on earth, but we LOVE it. We always stay in the nicest hotels, see awesome shows (O and Love are our favorites so far), eat at fancy restaurants, gamble a bit (oh how I love that roulette!), stay up late, sleep in late, and enjoy EVERY second of our time there! I love that we can go out at any hour...early or late and do something completely enjoyable. We always make our trips short but sweet and that seems to be perfect.
3. I am fascinated with WWII. I love to read about it and learn everything I can about that time period. I will never understand how mankind let something like that go on (and it still goes on in places today!). I can't believe people can justify such hatred no matter what the circumstances. It is horrifying to learn about, but SO intriguing. I can't get enough, even though it usually leaves me feeling quite sad or depressed. I think history in general is extremely interesting, but WWII in particular.
I tag anyone who reads this.
1. My children! I love watching them experience life...all of the excitement, happiness, tears, frustrations, EVERYTHING! It's very hard to step back and let them figure it out, but very rewarding to see them make good decisions (and hopefully learn from the bad ones!).
2. My husband. Chris is without a doubt my very best friend. He understands me and loves me and knows exactly what I need at any given time. We talk so easily and laugh together at the most ridiculous things. It's great.
3. Disneyland. I know it may be silly, but it truly is one of my favorite places ever. I think it is so magical and I get butterflies when I think of our upcoming trip! Hooray for Disneyland!
{FEARS}
1. Nothing makes me feel panic like not knowing where one of my kids are, even if it's for just a few minutes (and sometimes even seconds). I am COMPLETELY irrational in my thinking, and I am very aware of that, but I still can't calm myself down. Ask my Farmington Ranches friends :) They know I'm crazy, but I will happily admit it.
2. Having one of my "depersonalization" episodes and not being able to make it stop.
3. Death of a loved one. Or myself.
{GOALS}
1. Be a better mom. Every day I think I wake up with the thought that I will play more with the kids, or teach them more, or try to squeeze some one-on-one time in with someone, or have personal conversations with each of them, or try not to be such a control freak with them, or try to nag less...etc, etc. Most days I fail. But that's why it's so great that there is always tomorrow!
2. Try to be less judgemental. I swear, ideas or thoughts just pop into my head all of the time that I DO NOT mean to think. I see someone..or a situation..and I am so quick to judge and it is SO FRUSTRATING (!!) because I try so hard not to do that. It's like I need to get a handle on my own thoughts. My goal is to be like Jill Halliday (Chris's aunt) and love everyone for exactly who they are...no more, no less.
3. To get fit and lose all of my extra weight. Fix my eating habits and gain self-control. It's a battle.
{OBSESSIONS/COLLECTIONS}
1. Taking photos, organizing photos, labeling photos, getting photos into albums, making sure I have every last photo I have ever taken, or that someone has taken of my family. Pictures are one of my favorite things ever. I love and appreciate most memories, so I try my hardest to preserve them well.
2. Checking my body for suspicious moles, lumps, pains, etc. I am not even kidding you, I don't think there has been a single day go by without me worrying about cancer or moles or disease or something of the sort. I am a stress case. I have literally had to say prayers to calm myself down before because I can really get myself going (about nothing!). I have been this way since my earliest memories as a child.
3. I collect Christmas ornaments from all the different places we visit. I love our hodge-podge Christmas tree that is full of fun and random ornaments.
{RANDOM FACTS ABOUT ME}
1. I have absolutely no musical talent to speak of...no rhythm, no tune, nothing of the sort. But, man-oh-man, I LOVE music. My ipod is chucked full and I could listen to it all day, every day. I love rock music, upbeat music, Christmas music, most anything (although not much country)! Some of my favorites: the Killers, Tom Petty, Pearl Jam, The The, the Beatles, George Michael, etc...
2. Chris and I absolutely love Las Vegas. Yes, it has to be one of the trashiest places on earth, but we LOVE it. We always stay in the nicest hotels, see awesome shows (O and Love are our favorites so far), eat at fancy restaurants, gamble a bit (oh how I love that roulette!), stay up late, sleep in late, and enjoy EVERY second of our time there! I love that we can go out at any hour...early or late and do something completely enjoyable. We always make our trips short but sweet and that seems to be perfect.
3. I am fascinated with WWII. I love to read about it and learn everything I can about that time period. I will never understand how mankind let something like that go on (and it still goes on in places today!). I can't believe people can justify such hatred no matter what the circumstances. It is horrifying to learn about, but SO intriguing. I can't get enough, even though it usually leaves me feeling quite sad or depressed. I think history in general is extremely interesting, but WWII in particular.
I tag anyone who reads this.
Monday, May 26, 2008
Memorial Day
Our perfect morning...
Drizzly and gray outside, family warm and cozy in jammies, late breakfast of delicious coffee cake and scrambled eggs that made the house smell tasty, Clara rolling around under the kitchen table nibbling on whatever yummy things can be found there, kids getting along and playing their favorite "Spiderman 3" together in the toy room (something like playing "house" with all of the guys and Barbie's that we own :)), Eli and Caleb snuggled up together playing old-school Nintendo, a little "David Cook" playing in the background...days like this are perfect! Who needs the sunshine?!
Drizzly and gray outside, family warm and cozy in jammies, late breakfast of delicious coffee cake and scrambled eggs that made the house smell tasty, Clara rolling around under the kitchen table nibbling on whatever yummy things can be found there, kids getting along and playing their favorite "Spiderman 3" together in the toy room (something like playing "house" with all of the guys and Barbie's that we own :)), Eli and Caleb snuggled up together playing old-school Nintendo, a little "David Cook" playing in the background...days like this are perfect! Who needs the sunshine?!
Friday, May 23, 2008
I'M BACK...and look what's been going on with us!
Did you all miss me?!
Well, I love blogging and dangit, I've missed it! So, I promise not to delete this one. Sorry about the spur-of-the-moment deleting last time. Sometimes I act before I think things all the way through. And, now that I get up SO STINKING EARLY I have time to fiddle around on the computer before the kids wake up. Perfect!
Here's what's been going on with us...
POTTY TRAINING
Yeah, it's not going well. After a long day of sitting on the potty for HOURS...and only peeing in his UNDIES, I gave up. Yes, I totally gave in and went against everything I believe and put back on the diaper. Oh, how I hate changing Abram's diapers, though, so I will be giving this another shot here soon.
SIDEWALK CHALK AT MUTUAL
We went to the Bountiful Tabernacle to do sidewalk chalk. The theme was, "Magic on the Sidewalk" and my girls thought fairies were the most magical thing ever, so that is what we drew! They insisted we have "sparkles" and "a wand", which did indeed make the picture magical :) Isabelle joined me and we had a fabulous evening.
ISABELLE'S LAST DANCE RECITAL!
This is Isabelle and her best friend, Whitney Williams. I can't believe I didn't get a picture of Isabelle in either of her costumes! Isabelle absolutely loved dance this year and learned SO MUCH! She's amazing! If I can figure out how to post video, I'll get her performances up (Camille, help me out here!).
ELI'S PRESCHOOL GRADUATION
So, Eli does NOT enjoy big, public group activities. He hates singing. He hates actions to singing. He hates being the center of attention. So, I think it's pretty safe to say he did not enjoy himself at his program. He was way out of his comfort zone and very nervous. He stood with a grumpy look on his face the ENTIRE time and didn't sing one single word. He did, however, say his small part, which I was SO PROUD of him for! I was shocked to get that much out of him! We love our Eli and his completely unique personality.
Well, I love blogging and dangit, I've missed it! So, I promise not to delete this one. Sorry about the spur-of-the-moment deleting last time. Sometimes I act before I think things all the way through. And, now that I get up SO STINKING EARLY I have time to fiddle around on the computer before the kids wake up. Perfect!
Here's what's been going on with us...
POTTY TRAINING
Yeah, it's not going well. After a long day of sitting on the potty for HOURS...and only peeing in his UNDIES, I gave up. Yes, I totally gave in and went against everything I believe and put back on the diaper. Oh, how I hate changing Abram's diapers, though, so I will be giving this another shot here soon.
SIDEWALK CHALK AT MUTUAL
We went to the Bountiful Tabernacle to do sidewalk chalk. The theme was, "Magic on the Sidewalk" and my girls thought fairies were the most magical thing ever, so that is what we drew! They insisted we have "sparkles" and "a wand", which did indeed make the picture magical :) Isabelle joined me and we had a fabulous evening.
ISABELLE'S LAST DANCE RECITAL!
This is Isabelle and her best friend, Whitney Williams. I can't believe I didn't get a picture of Isabelle in either of her costumes! Isabelle absolutely loved dance this year and learned SO MUCH! She's amazing! If I can figure out how to post video, I'll get her performances up (Camille, help me out here!).
ELI'S PRESCHOOL GRADUATION
So, Eli does NOT enjoy big, public group activities. He hates singing. He hates actions to singing. He hates being the center of attention. So, I think it's pretty safe to say he did not enjoy himself at his program. He was way out of his comfort zone and very nervous. He stood with a grumpy look on his face the ENTIRE time and didn't sing one single word. He did, however, say his small part, which I was SO PROUD of him for! I was shocked to get that much out of him! We love our Eli and his completely unique personality.
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