Christmas

Christmas is usually full of snarky remarks and loads of sarcasm at my parents house. Although with everyone growing up the Beverley household was rather quiet Christmas morn. We did our usual Christmas eve party with dad's family and because of the bowling alley closing yet another hour earlier this year half of our rambunctious family didn't get to play.
  we opened gifts with Davy and Becca Christmas eve because they went to her momma's house for Christmas. I enjoyed watching them open gifts and be together as a family as I watched them create new lasting traditions. Christmas morning consisted of mom, dad, Kman, Heidi and I. We ate our traditional hot breakfast and opened gifts.
As the ham cooked we enjoyed movies and the simple pleasure of each others company. It seemed weird how our Christmases had changed over the years. Simple was best and family time was simple and lovely. Love my crazy family!

Forgotten Carols

Heidi and I have a beautiful tradition of going to see the Forgotten Carols every holiday season. We decided this year to make it a girls night out. We bought 7 tickets and called Mama Val, Mom, Becca, April, and Lacey to keep the evening of the 20th clear. Heidi and I found some beautiful ornaments at days and made everyone a tiny stocking. We went to eat at Pizza Pie Café (which by the way has a gf option)
 We had wonderful seats and thoroughly enjoyed the show. Michael has a way of making you laugh, cry, and be grateful all in one night. The story allows us to see the true meaning of the season through a beautiful play with music composed by the very talented Michael McLean.

Happy Birthday Hoho

Happy Birthday sister! It was amazing to see how loved you are by the community and kiddos at the school. I hope this year brings lots of good memories and adventures.

love ya girl!

Short Week....

You would think a short week would mean an easy week leading to a nice long weekend... well it started with sending a child home with an infectious rash and ended with getting puked on. Tis the season for the germs. I just keep thinking about four days of sleeping in and no dirty diapers.
 somewhere in between I realized my constant itching was due to an ingredient in a product I was using. Need to be more diligent about label reading. All I can say is bring on the four day weekend!

Improvinators

So a few weeks ago Pickles mom told me about an improv show she had tickets to, and wondered if I'd like to go. Hoho was still healing so it was just Alesha and I. So I tagged along with her and the munchkins and got ready at her place. It was nice to get out of town for a bit.
 The show didn't start until ten so we officially got lost and ended up calling her friend for help. I can't believe how much Daybreak has grown. The show was at a charter school and I ended up knowing quite a few people. We laughed until we cried. Then after the show went to village inn for pie. (I had a shake and fries) it was a simple mindless night. Exactly what I needed....

Pickle Bottom

This kid totally cracks me up. Its getting so we can only take the kids out in the afternoon since its heading into winter. Pickles loves to play outside with all the other kiddos. Just so happens that sand isn't the easiest to run in... her sister brought her to me looking like this and the teachers and I just laughed. We stopped for a brief picture and of course Pickles smiled. Got a special place in my heart for this kid and her siblings!

Look who's Thirty.....

So I kind of wanted to do something fun and exciting for the big 30... but this year has been a bit hectic. I moved to Heber last August to work as a title one aide at one of the elementary schools. I tried my darnedest to find work in Salt Lake but it just wasn't working out. I figured Heber City was a part time thing until I could find better work. Well in February I was offered a full-time job at my sister's school. I was torn but knew it was the right thing to do. I already knew the kids since I had been working there in the mornings and evenings.
  I love the job and the kids and staff. When I moved in I struggled leaving my parents only for the sole purpose of my Father's health. I wanted to be there to help him but at the same time I knew I had to go where I could find work. Hoho had been struggling with her back pain for about six months when I moved in. I found myself helping her as much as she helped me. As we welcomed in 2014 we spent the months simply trying to function. 
  Before I knew it we were starting a new school year summer had zipped by and I found I'd sort of been in hiding. I'd missed events, birthdays, weddings, births and deaths. My sister and my job were my life. She finally had a surgery date set and truly by the time it was time to think about my birthday I had no desire. I truly just wanted to have a quiet stress free day with friends and family. So we planned a Dutch oven cookout for the first of November. It was rushed but nice to see my family. I'm thankful for my loving family and glad my momma was on the ball.

Halloween

 

 



It just so happens that the kids had Halloween off due to it being end of term. So this made our little party a bit hectic. I wanted a few things planned for our little ones but we were a teacher short and hoho didn't make it too long either. So we winged it. They decorated their treat bags and danced. Had cupcakes and passed out treats.

By midday I was ready for a nap. Hoho had  bamboo plant sent to me from the staff and we all had donuts for my birthday snack. Days carries gluten free donuts. They're pretty good too. We lost all our kids by 5:45 and I was free to ring in my thirtieth birthday in my jammies.

Hoho had Junction pizza delivered to us and we watched a plethora of movies. Great end to a hectic day.

Much needed Break....

It's been a long few weeks since Hoho's surgery and a break for me was past due.... my days consisted of twelve hours down in the school than taking care of Hoho. I finally got to my breaking point. I needed a weekend away from it all or I was going to snap. She still had restrictions so I got her a babysitter and headed on my way.
Friday Oct 17-
Davy and Boo came and picked me up around 6:45 pm. By then Kimi was there for her weekend adventure with Hoho. We stopped by Free Bird in Park City for dinner and talked. It was so nice to spend time with my brother and his sweet wife. The drive to mom and dad's was peaceful and full of excitement for our drive in the dessert the next morning. I arrived in time to snuggle with my old dog and chat with my parents before heading to bed. (a night with no interruptions)
Saturday Oct 18-
Every year dad and I go for a drive in the Desert  of Tooele to see the wild mustangs. It's become a bit of a tradition, so we loaded into the truck and headed to the Desert. We truly love the wilderness like our father. Davy, Kman, and Boo came too. Before the turn off for the wild mustangs we stopped at the hot springs and walked the trail. We found a huge snake skin which I brought back to show the kids. Because of all the hunters we didn't see a single mustang, but we enjoyed the ride and a yummy lunch at Dickies BBQ when we strolled back into town.

 

Kman was excited to take me to the new Chinese Market. He and I both suffer from celiac disease and it's extremely difficult to find authentic food and good food that is gluten free. So we climbed in his car and headed on over. One could spend hours in that store. Everything is so reasonable. By the time we finished my knee (which has been on the fritz lately was killing me) Mom made a delicious enchiladas meal and we enjoyed a family dinner. Mom and Boo had stumbled upon the wood shop and had got us all cute dye cuts to decorate.

 

my project

These are Boo and I's final product. Nothing like a little paint and glue to finish a fun day. Thanks girls for the fun craft night.

Sunday Oct 19-

No trip to the valley would be complete without a visit to see Sissy and the kiddos. Man I have missed them. Kman went with me and was a good sport. I can't believe how grownup they've become. I miss seeing them weekly. It has probably been one of the toughest things about my move to Heber City.

I was also able to go spend time with my great-aunt Edna Carter. We went to the Chinese Buffet in Chinatown and went back to her apartment and visited. She told me things about her childhood I'd never knew. My Father's family history is a mystery to us on his grandma Violet 's side. Mostly due to the fact that she passed away when my grandmother was only four years old. After we said our goodbyes we picked up grandma and headed home for Sunday dinner. It was so nice to see everyone and catch up. Hopefully I will be able to see everyone again real soon. Rested and ready...





Hoho's Surgery

After a long year in a half waiting for an answer or solution to her back problem she's had surgery. They got her in a bit later than anticipated but, they only had to pull out the one broken bone. (I believe it was S5) She is resting and depending on how she's feeling could be home in the next few days.
  This surgery is hopefully going to bring her back some independence and relief from the constant pain. It has been hard to watch her struggle with everyday things that most of us take for granted. There will be a six week recovery before she can bend or lift. They don't want her to mess up her back. I'm hoping to have her feeling good enough to hang out with the kids again in the next few weeks.

Thursday evening Buddy....

corny girl

So I know we aren't suppose to have favorites... but this little lady has been my baby since she started at Sunny Day a year ago. Thursdays her momma has to work later so she gets one on one Shan time. Sometimes this consists of going on errands around town in Heidi's van. Which by the way this kid loves... I think it must be the cool built in car seat.

The last few days we've tried potty training... (mind you she isn't quite 20 months old yet) She has done amazing! My little baby is growing up. We played outside tonight and she stayed dry the whole night! She has even made the hour in a half commute in panties and stayed dry. I must say that smile makes my day. Miss Pickles I sure do love our awesome Thursday nights!

Bug is Six

 

It's hard to think it was six years ago that your momma sent me this picture. A tiny

 two pounds and eleven in a half weeks early. You came into this world fighting and amaze us every day.

 

a few weeks old

  

one

hmmm chocolate

happy fourth birthday

happy fifth Birthday

first haircut

muscle man

brave boy for annual MRI...

Wow Bug its been quite a ride! Now your in kindergarten and doing all sorts of things we never dreamed you would! Happy Birthday big boy, auntie loves you

Hermione is Eight....

Baby H

First day of Preschool

six years old

Happy sixth Birthday

first day of kindergarten

bffs

first tooth lost

love you even when my head hurts...

Uncle Davy's Wedding

four years

four years

Happy fifth Birthday

Look who's seven?

Happy girl

I can't believe how grownup you're getting... Auntie loves you Boo! So excited to see what this year has in store.

Davy's Birthday

Now when Davy was born I was four in a half and personally just saw him as another boy who would drive me crazy. When he was little I dressed him up in all my cute dresses and pretended he was my little sister. The one I always wanted... it wasn't until he became a teenager that our relationship truly blossomed.
  He has helped me through some of my hardest times in my life. He has a beautiful testimony and a go getter personality that could make anyone tired. He knows how to be funny and serious at the time. He has been a strong example to all of us with his unwavering testimony of the gospel.

Thanks for giving me an awesome sister in law and making me smile every minute I'm with you! Happy 25th Birthday little bro!

Abby is four

baby bean and auntie
2wks old

Abby 2 yrs
Dec.2012

second birthday

first birthday

loving ice cream

u

three months

I can't believe you're four! It seems like I just got the call that you were born. I love you Diva and can't wait to see what this year has in store for you!