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!