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Just For the Moms!

Okay, okay. I really don't know what my deal is lately but I keep having these moments and unfortunately, you get to read about them. So here it goes.

I've been really evaluating lately and decided I need to simplify my life. I need to give up the things that are good for the things that are better. Anyway, in trying to do so, I have come to some major crossroads and have found myself falling into the rut of life. The crazy thing is, there is NOTHING in my life to be in a rut about. I have the opportunity to continue my education, I have the most amazing, wonderful husband in the world, the two cutest kids in the world, awesome families, great friends (even if I am anti-social), a super fun calling, a beautiful home and I could go on and on. So, I decided I needed a pick-me-up. Fortunately for me, I was talking to a great friend about this very situation and she emailed me a talk by Elder Holland called "Because She Is a Mother" in April 1997 Conference. You can find it on lds.org. I sobbed through the entire thing. I'm okay! I'm better than that, I'm great! And even more, a Prophet and Apostles are cheering me on! Guess what?! They are for you too! It made me realize that by doing my best as a wife and mother I am doing exactly what the Lord expects of me. He also talks about how our inadequacies are what bring us to the Lord and keep up on the right track. If we were perfect would we seek His help? Anyway, for those of you who just need a huge lift from an Apostle, this is it!

So this is what else I've learned from this. I don't only have two beautiful children that I am so crazy about but if you look close at the last video, I have one heck of a guy! I am head-over-heals in love with this man that comes home from long days and jumps in to see how he can help. What a guy! What an incredible example of someone who puts others first. I honestly think I am the most blessed, luckiest girl in the entire world! love being a wife and mother and wouldn't trade my "job" for anything in the world. I have everything and more than I've ever dreamed of.

Now, for the unsolicited advice. Since this is my blog I figured I can get away with this. To all you wives and moms out there. Keep your head up. You are doing a FANTASTIC job! Take a step back and recognize what all you are blessed with instead of what you are tried with. I know we live in scary times but that is one thing President Hinckley made sure we knew. That it is a wonderful time to be alive and enjoy all the blessings the Lord has in store for us.

Okay. I'm off my soapbox. Thanks for reading!

Finally...Something New!

Okay, so I was uploading my pictures to the computer and realized it has been a long while since I've posted some of the everyday life stuff or even taken recent pictures for that matter. I know, I know, we are so exciting that you can hardly stand it. Anyway, so this first post is random pictures of fun things we've done. The Aquarium (Logan and Seth were totally drenched by the Sting Ray, apparently you aren't supposed to grab them), Logan & Spencer playing the piano, Miss Chloe in her Bumbo chair (not so comfortable to sleep in), Easter with Arizona friends, cousins in Arizona and Logan helping with the laundry.

Nothing very new to report. Our baby can now roll back to front and only does it when mom isn't around to see. She's been doing it for about a week now and I've never actually seen her do it but I've found her on her tummy when I've left her on her back. Silly girl. She is full of smiles and I am so happy to report she is starting to cuddle! Woohoo! I LOVE cuddle babies and was rather disappointed in the beginning when she didn't like to cuddle. What a sweetie she is. She's getting so big so fast. She's at such a fun age, 5 months. I can't believe how fast it has gone.

Logan is still into everything and then some. I shouldn't complain too much. He's always been such a mellow kid that now that he's exploring a little more I should be able to handle it with all those patience I built up for the past two years! Ha. Funny. No, he really is good and I really am patient (most of the time).

Anyway, enough from me, get some popcorn and enjoy the show!

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My Baby Is No Longer My Baby

Okay, I tried to post this the night on Logan's birthday party but got all emotional. Those of you that know me know that this is a totally normal thing for me but I had to quit and I'm fine today (I think). So, Logan turned 2 last week and I'm realizing now more than ever that my baby is no long my baby. So, even though he can't read and may never see this post, this is for him.





Logan,

I love the way you smile that big cheesy smile and give that fake laugh when you are 'trying' to be funny. I love the way you wake up in the morning and are instantly concerned about your sister and if she's awake, you give her a kiss. I love how you run (it looks more like a speed walk). I love how you are so shy around people until it is time to leave and then you'll tell them bye! I love how you tease mom and dad with who you love more just to get a rise out of us! I love all your help with the dishes even when you put the dirty ones away. Although it wasn't funny at the time, I love the innocent way you said "yes" when I asked you if we are supposed to write all over ourselves with marker while mom is in the shower. I love to watch you think things through and concentrate so hard and how you can make something work. I love to listen to you say your prayers and then in five minutes hear you snoring. I love that you still want to cuddle. I love how you 'exercise' to stall bedtime. I love you kisses and squeezes. Although I would never be able to write everything I love about you I think what I love most of all is how you make me so happy. You are a huge blessing in our lives and I don't know how we could have ever been happy without you here and a part of our family. You are growing up so fast and I am so grateful that I have the chance to be your mother.