Our CRAZY life!

The last Vaction Days 5,6, and 7

2011-11-11T03:40:00.000-08:00

On day 5 we took s trip to Chattanooga Tennessee. to "the Lost Sea". It is underground caverns that has a lake inside of it. It was so neat. Aaron wanted to do this I was not thrilled however again he is so smart because it was super fun!

This is so funny. I was so worried about Abigail, she is really scared of the dark. This is the first pic I took of her in the dark, so funny! She did fine and in fact had a blast. As Aaron would say " Mandi you worry to much"

Once did the tour we got to take a boat ride in the lake and Abi and Harris loved it. We got to see these fish that from being in the dark eventually loss there color and sight.

Then the next day we took a day at the cabin playing and hot tubing. We made a yummy lunch and dinner and just enjoyed the great and gorgeous view. Then the next morning we were off again to Tennessee. This time we went to the Zoo. It was fun stuff. Abi's favorite part the snow leopard.

While we were there this crazy bird kept pecking and hissing at Abi. It was wild. It would only do it for her.

Then the next morning we were off to come home but not before we stopped off in Dahlonega Georgia to Gold and Gem mine. All we had to tell Abi was we might find a diamond and boy she took off. We went threw their biggest bucket in 20 minuets. The workers said it was a record.

As for Harris, anything that can make mud ( a bucket of dirt and a long tune with water) He was is Heaven and really cute. Everything time he found a gem we would hear this little giggle from him.

Once we were home we had a huge bag of apples that needed a home so we went to work making Apple pies and then finding them a home. My mom had surgery while we were gone so we made some dinner and went to share our yummy apple pie. She said it was the best apple pie she had ever had. For me that is a huge compliment. I am a horrible baker!

We had a fantastic time on vacation. From the late night chats with the windows open and a warm fire roaring, to the snuggles and giggles, to the kids faces as we did something new and fun. I loved every day and moment. I loved just being with my family. I loved every moment i stole with just Aaron and I alone together. It was beautiful, fun and, unforgettable.

Vaction day 3 and 4

2011-10-26T11:23:00.000-07:00

Aaron has always wanted to ride a horse ever since he was a child. Little ponies were all he ever rode. We made sure that we fit this in because Aaron wanted to do it so bad. I was going to go as well but Harris my tough little man decided the last minuet that he was Terrified of horses. I stayed back and watched Abi ride the cutest little pony I have ever seen. Her name was Lace. I was melting my heart to watch her ride this little pony. Her smile took up her whole face. Oh she is CUTE

The men ended up being the only ones that got to go. They were sure cute.

When the boys came back we were leaving to go have our picnic and I asked him how it was. He said " It was OK" I could tell he loved it so after some nagging he said he did not want to tell me how amazing it was because he knew I missed it. Once I reassured him I was happy he spilled the beans and for a good 30 minuets told me all about it. I am not sure who had more fun Abi or Aaron.

This was as close as Harris would get to her. I am still so surprised he did not want to ride.

Then we were off to Amicalola Falls. We had a picnic and then were off to see the falls. It was a lot of fun and gorgeous. I was reminded of how much my father in Heaven Loves me to give me such a wonderful earth to live in.

I was in Heaven the weather was perfect, I got time with my family, the colors of the leaves were so beautiful they were breath taking, and the quietness was a great pleasure.

Then daddy saw this hill and before I turning around they were all rolling down the hill.

Then we were off to the pumpkin patch ALL of us were in Heaven, Aaron loved walking around looking at all the "misfit" pumpkins, Abi loved it because there so many for once they had no idea were to start their trouble making, I was in love with all the orange, it is my favorite color.

These were my favorite. Not really sure why but I was fascinated.

We picked our pumpkin and jumped in the car to go to the cabin to carve it.

Abi had a design and I drew it on after the 3 of them did all the messy and gross stuff. I think it is the cutest darn pumpkin ever. For those of dying to see more day 5 and 6 are coming

Vaction day 1 and 2

2011-10-20T14:01:00.000-07:00

Last week we had the best week ever. We went to one of my favorite places on earth North Georgia in the fall. It is my happy place. We woke up and left our house Saturday morning at 3:00. Harris is not a morning person could you tell? To my joy the kids were perfect on the way up. I was soooo relieved.

The first day I brought my camera but it was out of batteries so bummer we have NO pictures. The cabin was a amazing, the view was gorgeous, and the leaves were full of so many colors that it took my breath away. We went to our cabins ran around checking the place out, unpacked, went to a art show, rode a train, went to the grocery store, came home and then.............. I fell down the stairs. Which made my perfect day a little less perfect. You are all very lucky because I was truly tempted to take a picture of the right side of my bum to show you the massive bruise I got.

DAY 2

We woke up and Nana and grumps were there with us. We went to a apple orchard were we had the best time. If you wanted to do something they had it there for you to.

We first got into a covered wagon that was being pulled my mules and took a ride all around, then we watch a bee tamer, picked apples, played on a playground, rode a pony well Abi did Harris was terrified, did a zip line, milked a cow, and went to loved on cute little baby animals in the petting zoo.

My favorite was watching Harris and Abi with all the little babies. Chicks, goats, sheep, wolf, kittens, bunnies, a calf, a pig and lots of chickens.

Harris wanted so badly to touch one of the chicken but he was just to slow then he discovered were they were hiding and he was off. He had all the chicken cornered and if it were not for his hysterical laughing I would have thought I lost him.

Mam-maw requested that the kids find and bring home rocks so once we were back to the cabin we went on a rock hunt.

I made dinner, Vicki played with the kids, and the boys played some pool.

Here is where all the "magic" happened. Vacations are nice if only for a all the good "magic" =)

The Living room

The kitchen and the loft that Mike and Vicki had. The stairs we so cool the way they did it.

The back porch with the rocking chairs. At night Aaron and I would make some hot chocolate and wrap up in a blanket and talk all night long. It was so peaceful and romantic.

Tomorrow I will share even more. We had a great time. I fell in love with Aaron all over again. I can not wait to go again. I had a handsome man, 2 gorgeous kids, and the most beautiful colors in the world. It was as close to perfect as you can get.

Meet LoLa Jammes

2011-09-15T09:52:00.000-07:00

M Meet our new baby Lola! A couple weeks ago we had a sad moment with our other dog Coheed and we decided we needed to put him to sleep. Which i have to say in honesty I did not really always love him but it was hard and sad to say good bye. Then to make it worse Abi was Heartbroken. Aaron and I decided she needed a dog to help. We went to the pound fell in love and now she is ALL ours.

WE ARE ALL IN LOVE!

P.S. If any one has suggestions on house training I am ALL ears!

Heartbreaking.....

2011-08-25T16:39:00.000-07:00

....and true Abigail Renae is a Kindergartener. The night before Aaron came home from work early to our surprise and we rented" Rango" and made a fort in Abi's honor. It was fun, yet amazing that 5 years went by that fast. Then daddy who is wonderful pulled Abi unto his lap and expressed all the wonders of Kindergarten and it was sweet. Nothing as sexy as your hubby being a daddy. Then he gave Abi and I blessings for a wonderful year, teacher, and bravery.

Before I knew it that pesky alarm rang and on came my brave face. We got dressed Abi looked so darn cute!

Then came time to take her into school. I braced myself and smiled gave her a watch and a necklace that made her brave. Off we went. We found her room, teacher, and kissed. Then came this face and those oh so pretty swelled with tears. Nothing like knowing the difference between what your child wants and needs. I would have grabbed her in my arms and ran. To be honest I am pretty sure the only reason why that did not happen was because Aaron gave me the look. You know the one Husbands give where they seem to say" Think this threw before you do it"

Finally the end of the day came I got her and Kindergarten is getting easier and better everyday! Now only 7 more months to go!

I Love these people!!!

2011-08-24T09:07:00.000-07:00

As most of you know my childhood and now adulthood was filled with adventures. I had lots of surgeries and my time was well spent at Nemores Children's Clinic whether it was appointments, surgeries, or physical therapy I was there 3-4 times a week for almost 4 years. These 3 people I love dearly. From right to left is Shannon (she is the appointment lady and boy she hooked us up) Then is the magic man himself who worked so hard to safe my wild leg and did), Last is Debbie ( she was my physical therapist my little monster I called her. She could torture me for hours and I would roll or walk away still loving her.
A couple of weeks ago I ran into Shannon and then I was invited for lunch and I jumped on it. I got to share how happy I am and everything that has happened with my leg since leaving Dr. Hahn( at the age of 21). We shared about our families and then we all cried. For so long I have wanted to tell them Thank You. They loved me and looking back fought right along with my mom and I for normalcy. In fact Shannon and Debbie were there at my graduation and celebrated that I WALKED the line, right with my family. I love them and was so thankful for the influence that had in my life. They are amazing and I know for sure sent here with there wonderfulness from Heaven.

Oh MY gosh.....

2011-07-28T14:59:00.000-07:00

a ..... Abi is starting Kindergarten. That is crazy! I am freaking just a bit! Anyway last week we went and got some nice new school clothes. This is Harris and Abi waiting for our Mam-Maw to get to our house.

Here is all the goodies! This best part I set a budget of $150 and I came in $36 under budget. I love my Boo and I can hardly believe we she is already going to school. That said I had lots of fun shopping! Thanks babe for working hard!

The 4th of July

2011-07-20T07:46:00.000-07:00

On the actual 4th of July Mom and daddy came home so we go to see them and we went swimming. Then we were off to Aaron's work where we got front row seats to the fireworks downtown. The kids loved it. We met up with some friends who we love. Satha and Ben, have the cutest little guy named Andrew and even though we had not seen them in a while the kiddos picked right up and played together the whole time we waited.

Abi and Andrew

Ben and Satha

Me and Mr. Handsome

Abi posing!

The kiddos

Abi and I got to snuggle the whole time

Aaron was lucky and got to cuddle with Harris the whole time.

It was a great night and the fireworks were excellent! Thanks Ben and Satha for coming. We love you guys!

Our 4th of July Party

2011-07-19T12:56:00.000-07:00

My mom and dad went to help Jen and her family get settled so Aaron and I had a party at there home. Saturday was fun. We cooked, laughed, swam, and ate. In addition to all our friends that came I was happy that my brother finished his obligations and was there to join in the party!

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Thanks to everyone that came. We really are thankful foe your friendships!

The Best parts:

* Aaron working the grill and looking so dang handsome

* Cassie and her AMAZING cannon Balls

* Abi swimming all by herself

* Titus whipping out his "goods" and peeing in front of everyone

* Katheryn getting love from Layton and Harris jumping in and stealing some love

* all the little ones with the sparklers

* Poker..... Robbie won with beginners luck!

Thanks again for coming!

Baby Jackson

2011-07-14T09:16:00.000-07:00

As most of you know Jen, Shawn, and Kynleigh are no residents in the state of Louisiana. They left a few weeks ago and I am happy to say.... they are happy and have a ward that is great to them. Before they left Abi and I got to go with them and see whether baby Jackson is a boy or a girl. Mom, Aunt Debbie, and Sherry Jackson (Shawn's mom) all got to join in on the fun!

Shawn crossing his fingers that it's a Boy!

It's A girl........ I am voting for the name:

Genevieve Ann Jackson

Because we have a Aunt we love named Aunt Ginny and Jen sounds like Gene

. Then my moms and our Aunt Debbie who we love has a middle name Ann. Jen is not in love with it but I think we should Talk her into it. What do you guys think of the name Genevieve?

We were not exactly sure had Kynleigh felt until we heard the news it was a girl and she turned her chair around and colored. I guess she wanted a brother.

Abi on the other hand was thrilled!

The Ultra sound tech had the coolest little figures of the Actual size that little baby Jackson really was and it was so cute to hold the little tiny replica. Oh Baby Genevieve I love you already!

Congrats Jen, Shawn, and Kynleigh Mae I love you all!!! I also miss you all!

I am way behind!!! ......

2011-07-13T12:24:00.000-07:00

Girls camp!!!!! It was so much fun and this year one of my favorite ladies Casey Gentle was the Captain. Our theme this year was TREASURE SEEKERS. With the 13th article of faith as the main inspiration. I was asked to do crafts which was the best. I had a great time in fact I think some of the ladies had a better time than the youth. Even with some changes such as 2 days 1 night in the air conditioned ward building and the Holiday Inn for sleeping. Hear are some of my favorite moments.

Crafts we did wooden blocks that were burnt and we put vinyl on that said " seek the treasure you desire the most" and added some wire and pictures to put on top. We also did scrapbooks, i was so relieved that they were a hit!

Marley Barely she and I can find fun anywhere!

Skipper skipping and twirling.

Treasure hunting...... The girls came in and to get their next clue had to put p-nut butter crackers in their mouths and whistle. It was FUNNY!

I shared a room with to of my best friends Cassie and Katheryn. We were up ALL night chatting and laughing!

Then to add to the fun we listened as Cassie prank called the other rooms. With such hits as .....Is your refrigerator running. No matter how old you get it is just fun!

Then when that got old and we had all showered Cassie got the urge for Waffle house and off we went.

Then the next morning we were off with crafts.

Then that night Katheryn, Marley and I had a hilarious and a not very reverent moment. Oh, I still smile when I think about it. We were soooo tired!

This is the great women I got to join and it was a great 2 days!!! Their are really some great women in our stake who LOVE the young women. I am thankful I got to get my " spiritual tank" filled.

I love summer because.....

2011-06-29T12:56:00.000-07:00

.,...... Cute Bottoms ALWAYS make a appearance.

........ Summer means lots of time with my Kiddos

........... we get to play in pools, sprinklers and water hoses

Bulow and Tomoka state parks

2011-06-23T12:55:00.000-07:00

A couple weekend ago we went to some state parks in Ormond beach and it was a wonderful day. Bulow state park had the remnants of a old sugar mill that was burnt by Native Americans. It was really neat to see how easy we have things now all because of technology.

Daddy and the kiddos caught some lizards. Abi was not really sure how she felt about them. She is my little girl.

On the hunt. Harris said" here lizard lizard.... I am gonna get you"

Daddy and the kiddos climbed some trees.

We found this hallow tree trunk. As you can see Harris was fascinated.

Daddy reading the old facts about the sugar mill.

Then we were off to Tomoka park. There was NOTHING there expect for this cute little turtle that decided that he was going to nipple on my brace.

I LOVE this man!!!!

By the end of the day we were sooooo hot and tired but all of us were in complete bliss. It was a great day we are glad we have such a great daddy and hubby who takes us on fun days.

Abi is a kindergartener

2011-06-12T17:18:00.000-07:00

Last Tuesday was a sad sad day in the Jammes home. My little Boo graduated from pre-school. It was so dang cute and she was so dang beautiful. The day before My mom and Abigail went just the 2 of them (which it the best... Mam-Maw all to yourself ) Abi was thrilled! They came back with this cute dress, shoes, and of course a flower for her hair.

Then we were off to go graduate. It was sad because daddy was out of days to take off work. He used them up when I had the surgery so he was bummed and so were we that he missed it. We were the first ones in the class room and my heart broke a little. No more names, cubbyholes, art work, or seats. It was empty.

Once they finally came in we were thrilled to see this cute girl with her finger on her lip.

Next they sang some super cute songs..... her teacher was literally amazing and graduation lived up to how wonderful she is and how much she loves the kiddos!

Mrs Staab gave her a certificate, she shook some hands, and was next to me before I could even breath.

Then she got a glimpse down the aisle and spotted EVERYONE. The cutest par was whent she walked down hugging everyone and Grumps stopped her and whispered in her ear something that had her smiling from ear to ear.

The whole gang.... we took up a whole pew bench and they are super long.

It was a year that went by so fast I still have no idea where the time went. I can not believe that she is going to be in kindergarten. I can not believe it. I remember holding her in the hospital thinking kindergarten feels like we are a eternity away. Now here it is. I am thrilled for the summer and all the fun we will have and I am looking forward to every minuet of it. I love you Boo! Everyday you make me feel like the luckiest mommy ever.

Titus Rex

2011-06-02T15:44:00.000-07:00

Last week we went to my 2cd childhood home.... Wolfson children's hospital. My sweet and very curious little nephew stuck something up his little nose and it only could retrieved by some good sedation and a sweet doctor. What was it you ask? A piece of a nerf gun bullet....of course. Boys are so crazy. He is well and like new.

A day in the life....

2011-05-25T11:48:00.000-07:00

.........of a busy boy.

1st some cartons in the morning. While his Sissie gets ready for school.

2cd some tickles

3rd play outside with some added aunt bites.

Poor guy!

4th some lite housework.

5th jumping off and over anything possible

6th Sissie comes home and we take some naps and then play the rest of the day.

He may keep us busy but life is always fun with him. Thanks bear for making everyday a adventure!

SeaWorld Trip

2011-05-23T15:55:00.000-07:00

DAY 1

My parents treated all our families to a overnight trip to seawaorld for mothers and fathers day. It was blast! OUR first stop was the temple. It was in all honesty a amazing experience just being there with family and for the first time feeling hope and possibility that one day I really could stand inside the celestial room with both my siblings.

Robbie and his Kiddos

All the kids together

My Family

Then we were off to the hotel to get our swim on. We were like fishes.

Day 2

Off to Sea world we went

Mam-Maw and PaPa

Ready set go......

First stop the

STRING RAY BAY

Abigail loved it we had to hold her tight to keep her from falling in. She was the Manta ray whisper. They all came over to her. It was cool to watch as she did something I NEVER would have thought she would do. HARRIS on the other hand would not even stick his hand in the water. I was stunned!

THEN CAME THE DOLPHINS.......

......AND THE DOLPHIN SHOW

.....THE BOYS FAVORITE "THE SHARKS"

......A BREAK

......SHAMU

.......THE RAIN

....MY FAVORITE THE POLAR BEAR EXHIBIT

..... TIME TO GO AND 1 SLEEPY 2 YEAR OLD

THE BEST PARTS :

*Watching Abi with the sting rays

* watching the kids and my parents.... I am know sure who had more fun the kids or them.

* Robbie's Pep- talk when I was having a melt down. ( I had to go in the wheelchair and I could not sit with my kids during the show ......frustrating). Robbie came and sat with me and said " sadness is a useless emotion". I could not believe that was MY brother.

* Aaron and his wheelchair skills.... running down hill in the rain and maneuvering threw crazy people.

* being at the temple with my WHOLE FAMILY.

* the car ride home... dad speeding, Aaron taking his sweet time while holding my hand, and over 2 hours of just chatting with my hubby.

THANKS MOM AND DAD FOR A TRIP THE JAMMES WILL NEVER FORGET!!!!!!

My mothers day.......

2011-05-19T18:25:00.000-07:00

...........was amazing! It started off on Friday. Abi's school had a mothers day brunch complete with place mats, yummy treats, gifts, crafts, and poems. It was perfect! On my place mat it said what I love about my mom is she is nice! That made my month! I always lay awake at night thinking about all the things I'd change or the patience I wish I had. It was a wonderful day!

The kiddos sat at the big table and all the mommy's got to sit at their child's seat.

My place mat... so cute!

The kiddos saying the pray to bless the food!

Then on Sunday I woke up to yummy french toast.... that my 3 favorite people made. I got a nap, some gorgeous pictures, cuddles, and cheesecake. Then we were off to my mom and dad's for some yummy dinner. Dad gave all the women in his life a silver makeup mirror that he had engraved with the words " I love you" so sweet! Look at my handsome brother who made sure he was there to help celebrate mothers day. Then my silly mom made a promise that she was going to take her grandkids swimming and even though it was freezing she kept her word. It was a perfect day!!!

Thanks Aaron for making it so special and for having all the good times that gave me my 2 little ones.

I love you, Jammes!

Our favorite place....

2011-05-04T06:11:00.000-07:00

Is Washington Oak state park in st. Augustine. Aaron and I went as friends, when we were dating, married, pregnant, and now as a family. It is a wonderful drive. I love to hear the kiddos chat in the back seat, turn up the music and hold hands with my man. It is so beautiful, and peaceful and I can not help but be reminded that my Heavenly father loves me because of this gorgeous earth he gave me to live.

Oh the Flowers are amazing!

Harris is smelling all the flowers. He walked around like this the whole time......CUTE!

The Koi pond with he fishies.

And of course we walked to the water to find crabs.... NO luck.

Last by not least the playground. Which is always a hit!

Then this cute girl found the camera and took charge. I sure do have 2 little cuties!

Everyone should go visit it is Heavenly

You might be a redneck if....

2011-05-02T16:13:00.000-07:00

You let your son play in the sprinkler in the back yard ....naked!3

But boy that is one C-U-T-E Bum! Thank Heavens for hot Florida days and cold water to make it fun!

Abi's 1st field trip

2011-04-29T12:23:00.000-07:00

Over a month ago Abi had her first field trip to the Jacksonville Zoo with her Pre-School class. It was so fun mainly because the company and friends that we hung out with were the best. Before we could get in we had to wait and wait and wait. The kiddos were ready and climbed anything they could.

Abi was trying to show Harris where the "pumbaa" was.

All our little friends. Abi, Harris, Layton, Mandy, Kate, and Aiden. We had a blast!

Harris finally got to see all the snakes and was in HEAVEN! We had a hard time getting him away.

Katheryn was the hit of the day with the boys! Thanks lady for loving my little guy as well.

Then we got to ride the Choo-Choo train. Our family part! We kinda love trains.

Thanks firiends for making our first field the best ever!

Easter fun!!!

2011-04-28T12:20:00.000-07:00

For Easter Abi and I had to make a gift for her teacher. We decided on a eater egg runner for her table it was fun.

Then on Thursday Abi had a Easter celebration at school. They spoke all about the resurrection and then celebrated with goodies and a egg hunt.

Then on Saturday we went had a fun day at home and we were coloring eggs, playing games, and cooking some yummy food.

Then of course we had to feed the Easter bunny!

Sunday morning the kiddos sleep like never before. Aaron and I eventually woke them up and told them all about there goodies. He always does a wonderful job.He knows my kiddos so well. =)

(DO NOT look at my messy house...... remember I can't clean very well these days)

Here they are in their Easter clothes. The bishop decided after our amazing Sacrament meeting we could go home. We all went a little wild with excitement. the time we got home Abi's hair was wild from being busy and Harris was done with his shirt being tucked in. We at least got a picture of them in their clothes.

For Easter Papa and Mam-Maw got Harris a SWAT team costume which was a hit.

He was so dang cute in it!

All the little ones!!!

The hunt..... abi and Kynleigh found the golden egg! $5 was the treasure.

Mam-Maw wanted to do eggs and this was the result. We love her....craziness and all!

Then the best part Robbie got to join us for Easter. Yeah! He has learned how to rap and was doing it while Harris danced. It was HILARIOUS! Enjoy!

We had a wonderful full of Thankfulness and family with lots of fun added in.

Before the surgery.....

2011-04-27T11:45:00.000-07:00

......Aaron and I went on the best date ever! We went to Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Brunswick GA. It was WONDERFUL! I love Old Plantation and History.

First we walked threw and we saw all the old slave houses, Barns, laundry room, and then the old house. In one of the barns they had all these plows and shovels. It was really neat and Aaron was in heaven!

The old Planation

The kitchen

My "most do" Cart wheel. Ever since we were married our deal is whenever at a state park he climbs a tree and I do a cart wheel.

I love to drive and hold hands with my handsome man!

I also love mu feet up and enjoying the ride. Plus enjoy because (fingers crossed) this will be the last time my "floppy foot" will be seen! Hip Hip Hooray! I had a amazing day. Thanks babe for the last her-rah.

Too cute to skip....

2011-04-26T13:48:00.000-07:00

I am WAY behind on my blogging but this was so cute I just can not skip it. For Abi's birthday( back in March) we went and had a mommy and Boo day. We went and had our toes and nails done. Soooooo much fun! My face hurt from smiling just watching her enjoy the moment! I love my Boo and a day when the girls get to party is the best!

Things are wild around here!

2011-04-15T06:36:00.000-07:00

With the surgery and the last few weeks things have been wild. I have been over whelmed with the support and love and service that has been given to my little family. I love you all! However somethings have slipped by like house keeping. The other day Abi was taking a nap and I walked WELL hopped by and saw that she was sleeping with a big ball of play dough stuck to her foot. I am not the best house keeper but after this is all over I am going to never WELL try to never take for granted the joy of having a clean house. Less than 3 weeks! We are 1/2 way there! Hooray!

Abi's 5th birthday Party!

2011-04-12T08:15:00.000-07:00

Before I had surgery we celebrated Abigail's 5th birthday. To me this was one of those milestone birthdays so we did it up big! Mam-Maw and Papa got a party Ballerina and do ballons, some dancing, and face painting. I worked like a crazy person on all the decorations and making sure she had one great day. I think we were successful!

THE BEST MOMENTS:

*Abi opening her first American girl doll that Mam-Maw and PaPa got her.

* The look on her face when she saw all her decorations set up.

* The face painting. Abi, Harris, Titus, and Kynleigh all so dang cute!

* Spending Friday night with Jen as we finished and shopped for last minute details. She more than anyone knew how special I wanted it to be.

* Watching Abi play

* Watching her hug all her family and thank them

They are all looking in the mirror!

The big day!

2011-03-21T19:57:00.000-07:00

OK so tomorrow is the big day. Another surgery.....yikes. I try not to talk a lot about me like because I feel like a bit of a whiner when I do so but tomorrows surgery brinngs me such a mix of feeling I felt I needed to get all these emotions out.

First let me just say how much I love you ALL! Casey, Cassie, Katheryn, Tina, Aunt Debbie, Erin. and Becky. You woman amaze me with so much. Once I learned about the surgeryand shared it with you each one of you volunteered to give me not 1 day a week but to help but 1 day a week for 5 weeks. I know I have said thank You, but in complete honesty without you all encouraging me I never would have done this. As scary as this is with a crazy recovery this has been my dream since I was 16 years old. I have fought since then just in case I would have this oppurtunity. SO when I tell you thank you. This is the most kind and special thing any friend has ever done for me. To All the other amazing and kind sisters and friends that have as well offered there time and services THANK YOU! I LOVE YOU ALL!

Second, I just want to tell me husband how much I love him. Words can not express the devotion and love that Aaron has. At one point in my child hood I could not even imagine that I would get married. With all the baggage I bring I really gave up on it. Then came Aaron and every slight day dream I had of marriage he surpassed. Thanks YOU Aaron! For giving my fight back and for showing me everyday how much you love me. In these pass months and weeks our life has been crazy but threw it all I have you. Thanks you for being my biggest supporter. Thank you for showing me that I can do this and that whatever sacrifices our family makes for these next weeks only makes our family stronger. I do not know another man on earth who can deal with what you have and still be so wonderful. I love you babe! Thanks!

Third, the hardest part of this is my kids. Oh it breaks my heart already the things I will miss and the things I will have to watch as other people do. These weeks leading up to tomorrow I really really tried to enjoy. The stressful things I will even miss. I know I will be here. I know they will be in their home, in their beds with people that love them. I will not be the one making there dinner or getting them clean or taking them to school. I think as a mother I am terrified of what they will think or feel. I do not ever want them to see me as weak or worry if I am in pain. That being said the hardest part of this all is on one side of my heart tomorrow means the world to me. Hopefully tomorrow will help me walk normal....what a gift after all these years. Then on the other side my family , friends and children are all sacrificing for me. I never want to make any one I love hurt because of a choice that benifits me. I know you are all going to tell me that is silly but I am pouring my heart out and that is how it feels. I know now more than ever my Heavenly Father loves me. I know I prayed about this decision. This is just new. I never felt such a range in emotion. From complete gratitude and love to complete fear and dread. To you all I love you! Thanks for all that you have and will do for my family. I am not sure how but I promise I will repay you all. Thanks and keep those fingers crossed. Tomorrow may be the last day this floppy foot flops!

The big O-5!

2011-03-13T18:41:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow Abigail turns 5 years old. I really can not believe it. When Abi was born I remember holding her and thinking of this time in her - our life. Who would she be? What would she act like? What would her voice sound like? what would she look like? Would she be outspoken like myself or quiet and thoughtful like her daddy? Now this day is here ( .......I am not ready) and I look at her in wonder of where all our time together went and how amazing she is. She on a daily basis takes my breath away with her sweetness. Hourly I have to remind her " I am the mommy" so that so will stop and enjoy life instead of worrying about her brother. Now to think our next big milestone is when she gets baptized is wild to think of. I could not even try to dream of that day when she was born it seemed like a lifetime away. I say thank you to my heavenly father nightly to have trusted me with a amazing girl like her. Now I know exactly who she is. She is just breath taking. In more ways than one. So before I start to cry while I write this I am going to go.... I just want to share the reasons why I love her.

I LOVE ABIGAIL BECAUSE..........

* She makes me laugh

* She talks constantly..... she is so curious

*when life gets crazy she asks to listen to church music in the car which always un-stresses me.

* she dances..... she reminds me to dance..... she is the only one that can get Aaron to dance.

*she always wants to hold my hand

* she has amazing fashion sense...... she tells me exactly what she likes

*when I get busy and put her to bed with out saying pray she ALWAYS comes out and reminds me.

* her cuddles I get in the morning and at night.

* ALL her HELP

* her tenderness

I could pretty much go on and on but I will stop but March 14th will always be one of the most important and wonderful days of my life. Thanks for making me a Mommy and I hope your 5th birthday is all you have dreamed of. I know your everything I dreamed of and more. I love you! Happy Birthday Boo!

Gold Head State park

2011-03-10T14:29:00.000-08:00

Both Aaron and I remember as a child going to Gold head. When we get bored on just need to go on a drive then were always end up there.

The weather here has been amazing so we had so much fun just being outside and together. Harris loved it because combed the shore and found sticks to throw in the water. Abi was off looking for flowers aka weeds.

Then we were off to the playground. Which on a gorgeous day is ALWAYS fun for everyone.

I love my family and gorgeous days!

My Bedroom

2011-03-02T10:10:00.000-08:00

Last month Aaron and I were talking i happened to say that I hated our bedroom. I love my home however my bedroom got the short end of the stick when I was decorating our house. Aaron decided then that we would re-do it and I now LOVE it. I painted my bed a bright yellow and got new bedding. That I LOVE!

I had 4 spare canvas's so I painted them black and glued on these cute flowers!

I got this armoire off of craigs list for $75

I got my own little scrapbooking space!

My favorite part these pictures that my friend over at Jarvis photography took of my little ones!!!

I love my room !!!!!!! YEAH!

Presidents Day

2011-03-01T12:51:00.000-08:00

For presidents day we decided to get out. The weather has been AMAZING! We decided we would take a drive and go. We ended up at Manatee Springs. It was gorgeous! This time of year all the Manatees come up into the springs to get away from the cold. We saw 2. One momma and her baby calf. It was fun then we saw SNAKES........ and more snakes........ and more snakes. YUCK! The boys loved it the girls were ready to jump into the car.

You can not see them but there were manatees out there.Were the ripple is .

Snake #1.... Do you see him?

There were about 30 of the big buzzard looking birds in one spot. It was weird.

My big boy loving that his jeans had pockets!!!!!

Snake #2

Snake #3 and 4

Snake #6 and 7

Then we plays on the playground and had fun!

By the end of the day we had a wonderful time the kiddos slept all the way home so Aaron and I got to hold hands and chat uninterrupted for 2 and 1/2 hours. Loved it!

My favorite things!!!

* The barriers that were there to keep us away form the snakes

* Abi's face when she realized there were snakes

*Listening to Abi and Harris chat in the back seat as we drove

*Watching Aaron and Harris talk about the snakes

*Putting me feet up on the dashboard and enjoying the ride

*The weathe*Walking with Aaron hand in hand..... I love him.

* Just being a family together

Valentines day!

2011-02-28T12:48:00.000-08:00

So I am super behind on blogging but here is Abi School Valentines party! It was so much fun. First, they had some yummy snacks.

Then we sat all there boxes in there right some and the valentines were passed out. It was a little wild!

This is the box Abi and I made. I was really proud of my little crafty girl!

Her is my cutie passing out the goods. Her teacher is really wonderful! She had fun and so did I. Yeah!!!

HELP!!!!!

2011-02-25T12:59:00.000-08:00

I think every ones life is just super crazy these days.... maybe there is something in the water? My life seems crazier than ever. I am not complaining I have A LOT to be thankful for however I need some help. Abi has been super emotional when ever I leave her. At school she cries and begs me not to go. It literally breaks my heart today was the worst. As much as she loves on me and I love it but I also want her to love school and enjoy fun things. She says she just wants more time with me so I have tried at night we read or whatever to spend more time together. Just the 2 of us. I know our life for the moment is not exactly normal. I just want to do what is right for her. Do you think all this craziness is OK? Any ideas on how to handle this or what to do? I will take anything! Just help me ladies I have NO idea. Thanks!!!

Terrible twos better watch out...... Harris is coming!

2011-02-18T10:24:00.000-08:00

Last Saturday we partied like rock stars. The best part was Harris had so much fun he would barely slow down and all the people we love most were there to help us celebrate! We started with some yummy snacks. Then ........

We were off to play games. First up was the always fun balloon pop game. Hare Bear needed a little help.

Next we did pin the tail on the donkey...... Lots of fun!

Last we were hitting the pinata and getting out all our frustrations. I was thinking maybe the adults should have a pinata night. When we can get out all our stress. I think I have a idea for our next girls night.

The kiddos went wild! I loved it!

We opened all our goodies! The best part Harris loves all the cards! Thanks again everyone. He really LOVES everything.

The morning of the party him and daddy were off to get hair cuts. Harris came home with a real MOHAWK. I made a promise when I was preggo that he could give our son a one. He remembered and I came threw with my promise. Honestly he is super cute with it though!

Mam-Maw and Papa got this super adorable " Thomas the train" big boy bed and he went wild. Thanks Mam-Maw and Papa!

The cake was yummy! Trains of course he LOVES them!

By the end of the day I was pooped and so was he. It was a great day! I love my little man and I can not wait to see what he manages to do while he is 2. I love my family and every celebration we get to have. Days like this are pretty close to perfect!

Thanks to everyone that came! I love you all and you being there to celebrate our little man was what made it perfect! I love you all! Thanks!

My Abigail......

2011-02-16T08:01:00.000-08:00

Life at the moment is a bit wild. On one hand I feel like most of the time my home, myself and my family are all a bit insane. Then on the other hand I feel extremly blessed. Most of the time I go to bed thinking of how I need to be more patient, or less stressed. I think of all the things I wish I could re-do and pray that I will be a mom Abi and Harris remember as happy. Which brings me to this gorgeous picture she drew at school. She showed it to me and said " Mommy this is me and you at our house

I said "who is who"

She laughed and said " mom you are the one with the big smile, because your always smiling. I am the one with the big blue eyes because everyone says the are beautiful".

I am pretty sure no conversation with Abigail was ever better. On a side note.... look at her pretty name. She is writing so clear and pretty. I love it! Best picture EVER!

So SEXY!!!!

2011-02-14T15:21:00.000-08:00

There are a lot of things I think are super sexy about my husband. I could go on and on but 2 things win out every time.

1.) His wonderful daddy skills. I love to see him play with our children.

and

2.) When he plays the drums. I love to watch him zone out and go wild. I have loved to watch him play since we were teenagers. I remember going to the Lions Club to watch him play.

So to the sexiest man on earth. Happy Valentines days and I wish you played more. I love you babe!

My big brother

2011-02-10T18:18:00.000-08:00

This is my big brother Robbie. I happen to think he is wonderful and since I do not really ever mention him and this is my family journal I figured I better take a chance to say that I love him. This past year like most has been a wild ride for our family. I look back with a lot of emotion. First for how lucky I am and, second for the love that my heavenly father has for me and my family. I look back and smile at the obvious things my heavenly father has blessed our family with and Robbie is one of them. He has always made me fell loved and strong. Growing up I knew with out doubt that he loved me and would protect me no matter what. Thinking back he really saved me from making a lot of dumb decisions. It is a blessing to have a big brother. I remember in 9th grade I had to write a essay on who my hero was and it was my brother. The admiration I have for him is beyond words. Growing up our life was wild and full of trails. All the surgeries and struggles and I can say I have never felt any guilt or frustration for the struggles my legs caused. He loved my and fought with like the rest of my family for me. He is strong, loyal, loving, funny, talented and a wonderful friend. I am so proud of the road he is on and I hope that one day he finds the peace and happiness he deserves. He is a great brother. I am thankful for him!

BOXES are cool!

2011-02-06T14:46:00.000-08:00

I recently had a huge wedding and my house was covered every where with boxes and flowers. The boxes gave my kiddos HOURS of fun! I say YEAH for boxes!

2011-01-27T07:38:00.000-08:00

Today is my 28 birthday....... Happy Birthday to me! I thought it would be fun to share some things I have learned as I have gotten a bit older.

1. To enjoy my parents. I have to so much to thank them for. In the end they really did know EVERYTHING! I admire how they always followed the sweet whisperings of the the holy ghost.

2. To Listen to the sweet whisperings of the holy Ghost! I could have saved myself a lot of trouble and heartache if I had just listened to them.

3. To be a morning person. Happiness is contagious.

4. To take my sweet time in the shower. It is a place that is all for me.

5. Being a Tough little fighter is something I should be extremely proud of. I am proud to say.

6. To always keep my toes painted. It helps me feel beautiful!

7. Quick moments with Aaron are better then NO moments. So, when he grabs me and gives me Kisses I should be thankful for him and that Kiss.

8. I am pretty sure dancing and Laughing can heal any problem in the world.

9. I am so thankful for the Gospel. I am lucky to be able to wake up every morning and work on being a family forever!

10. One of the best things in life is to sit back and watch my Husband and my children play together.

11. To be thankful everyday for my girlfriends and my sister. They help me threw this wild thing called life EVERYDAY!

12. Music is a wonderful and powerful gift from Heavenly father.

I hope you all have a wonderful day! Lets All celebrate January 27th. It is a magical day!

2011-01-23T19:04:00.000-08:00

In my house there are certain foods that never get old..... Pancakes are on the top of that list. I say Yeah for quick and yummy food! I would like to thank whoever it was that invented them. They do not know but thanks to how quick and yummy pancakes I have made it on time to preschool. church. and pretty much anywhere I am going in the morning! Thanks Pancake inventor!

Happy Birthday!

2011-01-21T09:39:00.000-08:00

Today is my sexy man's 28th birthday! Hip Hip horray! I just wanted to blog about how absolutely wonderful he is and how lucky I am! I am so thankful to my Heavenly Father that I have all the blessings that I have! It takes a amazing man to jump into eternity with a lady that has a Crazy leg. To him it never even mattered. I am thankful for so much when it comes to him and amazed everyday at the kind and loveing man he is. Happy Birthday Jammes and I hope it is as wonderful as possible! Here are some of my favorite things about him!

1. The way he always touches me... in the car.... on the couch...at church.....anywhere.

2. When we crawl in bed and laugh and giggle and play

3. The way he always wants to cuddle

4. Watching him with our children. He can play and giggle and then quiely and softly say prays with them.

5. The way I always feel safe and protected

6. Watching him play the drums and master golf..... or really tries to master golf.

7.How much he loves his family...... his family....my family.....our family

8.The way that he honors and loves being a priesthood holder.

9.How handy he is around the house

10. His sexy smile and the way he looks in jeans and a T-shirt.

I love you babe! I hope you have a wonderful day!

The tooth fairy strikes again

2011-01-18T13:12:00.000-08:00

Yesterday we a had another visit from the little Tooth fairy.Nana stopped by to visit and Abi sadi Nana my tooth is loose and Nana said " Go get some toilet paper and I can get it out" Abi ran to get some and the next thing I new Abi had one less tooth. I am pretty sure that this tooth is also Collateral damage from the "Dancing with the Stars" spill that took her first tooth as well.

Either way she is Pretty cute! Thanks Nana for the help!

Christmas

2011-01-11T19:16:00.000-08:00

We started off the morning with total happiness. Abi loved her Barbies and Harris jumped right in his jeep. Santa did a good job. Then we unwrapped presents. The winners:

*Harris- His little lap top it now goes to bed every night with it
*Abi- Her walking dog. She named him Marley
*Mandi- Aaron downloaded all my music cd's onto my phone and surprised me with it.
*Aaron- Cold hard cash. He has been saving for a new gun. He was beyond happy.

Then we were off to mom and dad's for the traditional Christmas breakfast that dad makes every year. Yummy ham, and cheese eggs, homemade biscuits, pancakes oh it it delicious.

Then it was gift time and the kids were so ready. They walked in to piles of gifts all from mam-Maw and Papa. They are some lucky little ones they have the BEST Mam-Maw and Papa ever.

The Best gift of the day Papa and Mam-Maw got Harris a little drum set and he loved it.

Then we were of to Nana and Grumps house. This time Harris and Abi both knew exactly what to do and as soon as Nana said open the presents they got busy. My favorite moment was when Harris saw his Choo-Choo train. I really looked at him and thought to myself " my little baby is a boy- a little boy" Oh it was sad and so exciting to think of all the fun things I will get to do with him.

Then I saw this sweet little moment when I turned around. Abi and Nana was teaching Abi how to play "old Maid" It was adorable. She was listening to every word.

Then we came home and took some naps and then played until the street lights came on. It was so fun! I love being a mommy!

I walked in Harris' room later that night to see Harris with a smile bigger than you can imagine, cuddled up with Aaron watching his Choo-Choo train go around the tracks. Then I went into Abi's room and she had all of her pretty pretty princess game and was just waiting for me to play. Once again my heart melted.

Christmas Eve!

2011-01-10T16:11:00.000-08:00

Like most families our little family has a tradition of making my Great Grandmas P-nut butter fudge. However since I have 2 siblings that all have families of there own and made it. We changed it up a little and made some yummy and super easy chocolate and mint cookies. OH, they were yummy and my helper was adorable!

Then we were off to Papa and Mam-Maws house for some yummy food. While we were there we enjoyed our cousins and my brilliant husband thought to wrack up some leaves into a huge pile and we had entertainment for hours.

All the cousins but Harris of course was running around like a wild man!

Then we off to go home where we made our Reindeer food and made sure to throw it all around the yard. Harris was helping by tasting it to make sure they would like it.

Daddy told the story of Christs birth. It was cute to watch Abi listen with excitement. Then to watch Aaron my sexy and sweet hubby tell the story with such love. I am pretty sure my heart melted.

Then Santa was busy putting together all kinds of toys. It was a really great Christmas eve. I am Thankful I have so much!

Lisa and Clay Gardners wedding!!!!!

2011-01-03T16:39:00.000-08:00

The day before Lisa's wedding was WILD!!! Lisa's sister had welcomed and brand new baby into their family so understandably Mom, Dad, and Myself took over and they enjoyed their new little one. I put dad & mom to work right away. Mom painted frames as a decoration for the walls and dad helped me wrap all the ribbon and twine around the Mason jars. The best part is that including food and everything for the reception I think we did it for all under $500. Which I am sooo proud of the outcome.

Then we were off later that day from a town called Mona up to Salt lake city for the rehearsal dinner that Clays family so kindly invited us to. They looked adorable!

Then that night we were back down to Manti to the hotel in a snow storm which was CRAZY! Then all the girls and the bride stayed up chatting about all the things she has to look forward to on the wedding night! It was so much fun!

Then the following morning we woke up and got ready. Lisa looked amazing! We were looking for a place for Clay and Lisa to see one another before the temple sealing and I just happened to spot this old barn outside of the hotel we were staying at. It was so funny to see her all gorgeous with snow boots and so sweet when clay saw her.

The sealing was really sweet. The temple was amazing and I could not be reminded of how blessed I am for all the sacrifices that those pioneers made. I could not even imagine the amount of love they must have had for one another and the gospel.

Then we raced back to the ward building where we were greeted with a Funereal. Which was a surprise since it was supposed to over and gone. Instead we shared the building and all the kitchen space which was in no other worlds a huge test of patience. We had one little counter and the stove. In the end sister Wheeler the cook stepped in and the food was loved and wonderful. The center pieces had a wood plaque and a mason jar with some flowers from Costco and a picture of the 2 of them. I loved them!

Behind the head table where Lisa and Clay sat was little flags held up with clothes pins and on the top one it said " Love is kind of a big deal" One of the brides favorite sayings and underneath was pictures of the 2 of them during the courtship. It was really cute.

The food table

The cake

The flowers for the head table

The first dance

My good bye with Lisa! I was so thankful to be able to be there and thanks to her parents and my talents. I was able to be there. I meant the world to me. I was also sooooo thankful for my mom and dad I really could not have done it with out them. I am so happy fir the 2 of them and the future the are ready to enjoy together.

Planes, Trains, and Utah!!!!

2010-12-29T08:43:00.000-08:00

December 14th, My mom, dad, and, I were off to go to one of my many best friends weddings. Her parents bought my ticket and helped plan and did the decorations and flowers in return. It was so fun to have my parents all to myself and enjoy just being with them it was a great treasure and a time I will always treasure. As you can see our flight was early and we were of to go party.

My dad and I having fun at a lay over in Houston, Texas. Then when we landed in Salt Lake, Utah it had freshly snowed and was GORGEOUS !

We met up Lisa... she had to work she just started a new job ate some yummy food and then saw some of the sites. The Joseph Smith memorial building and the Salt Lake temple were breath taking. I still can not get around the sacrifices the pioneers made. The work and love they had is simply amazing.

The early Mormon Tabernacle building was also stunning. They did a acoustic show of how well it was made, a needle was dropped and you could here it loud and clear. It was neat to see all those touches that where simple inspires by Heavenly Father.

Temple square all lit up and white with snow was wild to see. It was net to see something so old yet so beautiful.

For the next couple of days I was busy and working or enjoying the wedding I will post all those tomorrow. Then after the wedding we were off with Linda Wheeler a loved family friend who was up there for a visit with her grandchildren and then joined us for the wedding in Manti. After all the wedding stuff was over we picked up her grandchildren and took them to go see down town. Which ended up to be a wild idea because there was a free concert with David Archuleta and it was unexplainable how many people there were. So we saw some stuff and booked it back home.

We rode the Trax back to where ou car was parked and it was fun!

It was insane to drive on the highway and see temple after temple. With in miles from one another. Oh, I dreamed of just being able to jump in the car and see a temple and do some work. I was soooo jealous!

Then we were off to go home and I was beyond ready to see my little ones. On the trip home dad had bought a new book. The biography of President Monson and soon we were being questioned about his life. My dad is adorable!

The view from the plan was neat!

Then when I came home Aaron and the kids had left a poster and some pictures for me. It was so cute! I have a wonderful husband.

There was also a sleepy girl waiting up and one messy house. Best of all I got to cuddle and love my babies and my man!

Family and Picture magic!

2010-12-21T20:58:00.000-08:00

December 12th we were lucky enough to have my good friend and Buisness buddy over at Jarvis Photography to take our family pictures fot this year. They were way- way better than we ever expected. She managed to get everyones personalities perfectly. I LOVE them!
This is the face that greets me when Harris is coming to tell me that he did a "No-No". I love that Katheryn captured this face.

I love those Baby Blues!

Abi danced and twirled sometimes she was even practically on her head.

I love that little face! He is handsome like his daddy!

He found a little wire one the ground and then chased everyone like is was a snake. He is all boy.

We like to have some fun!

Abi picked both shoes........ of course they were PINK!

All I have to say is Aaron better get ready, This pretty girl is going to be chased by the boys all the time!

This is one of my favorite pictures. I love to catch her all snuggled up with daddy! It pretty much melts my heart to watch Aaron with our babies. I love my family!

Thanks.......

2010-12-11T18:51:00.000-08:00

I just wanted to tell everyone thanks. Most of you know that I had another surgery and I just wanted to tell everyone how lucky I am to have such wonderful friends. Thanks for the Yummy dinners and delightful sweets, Thanks for your prayers, and thanks for all the cards and company. I had some great babysitters Becky and Casey. I do not know what I would have done without all of you. I am blessed to have this crazy leg because I always have a reminder of how blessed I really am. I love you all!!!!!

MY Mam-Maws house

2010-11-27T18:36:00.000-08:00

As you all know I am really a lucky lady. I have a amazing life with amazing people in it. MY Mam-Maw was to me one of the most amazing women ever. She was fun and loving and she always smelled delightful. When I think of her I get happy. When I was little we moved to Florida for dads work but I was born in Virginia and that is were my moms family all is. So, for the summer we would get to go up to Virginia and stay with our family. I ALWAYS stayed at mam-maw's. It is my happy place. So when we went to Virginia last week I wanted to go to her old house and get a picture of my children on her front porch. Everyone agreed we drove there and I got out, knocked on the front door..... crying. I pretty much begged her to take a picture and ended up that she was friends with my Mam-Maw and Papa. She shared some fun things with us and it was amazing!

It changed it used to be red with white trim.

My and Aunt Kathy and mom were so cute. I watched them as the checked it out and I could tell all the memories that were coming. We all cried and Laughed. It was really a great day! I think Mam-Maw would have loved us being there and remembering the good things in life!

Harris was most in love with the big swing and played and giggled while we all were emotional wrecks! He was a typical boy!

The house.... when we would come up to visit I always remember her waiting inside in front of the big window. I can still see her there in my head.

Across the street was a jiffy store called " the little giant" and I would do chores and at the end of the week get money and walk across the street to get candy.

I know this ditch seems like a odd thing to show but my favorite part of the walk was the ditch. Mam-Maw always made things up so that we could jump over it. I could have been a alligator or a Pirate. It was neat to watch my mom jump over that ditch as a mam-maw to my children.

It was a great day! After the emotional day we all came home to Aunt Kathy's and Abigail said she wanted to play "Mother May I?" Everyone volunteered and played. I was the mother and by the end Leigh had done beautiful ballet leaps, mom had done some giddy upped like a horse, Jennifer had waddled like a penguin, and Aunt Kathy had twirled like a princess. It was soooo funny. The best part is I think Abi will always remember this trip and hopefully love Virginia like I do.

I am thankful for..................

2010-11-24T18:16:00.000-08:00

My HUBBY......

I am thankful for Aaron who brings me such love a happiness. I have so much to be thankful to him for. He works hard, sacrifices, and loves us unconditionally. He is my rock the one I depend on the most in this world. I am thankful he is so sexy and makes me giggle like I am a giddy teenager. I am thankful for every moment with him. I am thankful he is a unbelievable father. We are lucky!

Temples.......

The reason is simple. The people I love most in this world get to be with me forever if I live a worthy life. How lucky am I to be able to take advantage of a temple whenever I want?

Even more I am lucky to be married in the temple and know and FEEL daily the blessings that come from it.

FALL....

I love fall. To me it means happiness. I love the colors and the simplicity of looking at something so amazing and knowing that My heavenly Father is amazing. That every gorgeous thing in this world also serves a purpose. I love the colors and the brightness of fall. It is just BEAUTIFUL!

DANCING.......

I love pumping up the music and dancing with my little ones. I love to watch as they smile and laugh at something so simple. I also love dancing because to me letting loose and dancing my bum off is the one thing that relieves stress and makes me smile.

My feet up with painted toes.....

Seems so silly but I love to have my toes painted and relaxing. If Aaron is next to me it is as close to perfect as it gets in my opinion.

FRIENDS....

I am lucky to have some unbelievable friends. They are great to me and there whenever I need them. Friends who are there to celebrate and enjoy the moments in my life that I hold dear and I am blessed to share those same experiences in their lives.

Pajamas.......

I love Pajamas. I think if I was allowed I would live in them. I love mornings that are long where we get the play and cuddle in our pajamas before our day gets started.

My Talents......

I am so thankful for my talents. I am lucky to have a lot that I love and hold close to my heart. I love looking at a brides face as I show her all the beautiful things I made just for her. I am thankful to have talents that encourage me to be appreciative and give me encourage my self worth not only as a wife and mother but as a woman and daughter of God.

MY FAMILY.....

Of course these things are not in order because I am most thankful for them. From being a wife and mother I am lucky enough to finally really understand what it means to love. Sometimes it is a close to perfect day where I love every second and sometimes it is a day where I am thankful to have a bed at the end of the day to literally fall into. Either way though my last thought is always about my family. I am most thankful for them!

HARRIS......

Harris makes me smile constantly. The poor kid spends have his day in time out because when he sets his mind to something nothing will stop the kid from doing it. I mean nothing! I am thankful also for a wall to have time out at.

ABIGAIL.....

Abi is my BEST friend and my BEST helper. She is a whistle while you work little girl. She is always happy and LOVES her brother and family unconditional. She loves to learn and LOVES to cuddle.

A CLEAN HOUSE.......

I love the feeling of working all day and then finally sitting down to realize I love my home. I love the wild colors, the old furniture, and the photos that make it feel like home. I love to know it is ours and that my husband works hard for us to have a home we love.

I just wanted to be sure to be thankful this week and share with everyone I love the things I am most thankful for. I hope you all have a Happy and fun holiday.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Jammes family!

Virginia family time

2010-11-22T18:04:00.000-08:00

My cousin matt, His mom Aunt Kathy, My cousins Leigh, Brittani, and Zach

Aunt Kathy and Leigh making Aunt Kathy's yummy Lasagna. It was the best I have ever had.

My cousin Chuck, his wife Mary and her son Robbie

Mom and Harris at the cemetery where Aunt Sissie is buried. I love the trees.

My little girl all cute! I smile sometimes because My aunt and mam-maw would have LOVED her.

Last week we went on a girl trip to my favorite state..... Virginia. It is where I was born and every single memory I have there is a great one. My mom, sister, and I with all our little ones had a amazing time. My Aunt Sissie passed away right before I found out I was pregnant with Abigail. When I found out I was having a girl it was easy to decide to name her after my amazing aunt. Plus I was also named after her My middle name is Gail She was a amazing woman. Always took care of everyone else. While we visited we had the time to go threw some of her things and divide them up. It was odd and very therapeutic ! I have never laughed so hard or cried so much. It was a trip full of celebrating the passed and the present. My favorite day we went to the cemetery's where Aunt Sissie, mam-Maw, Papa, grandma Hazel and her husband were all buried. Plus went to my mam- Maws old home. I will share those pics later. It was emotional. Even though I have a testimony of the gospel to be in Virginia with out them is still weird and sad. On the drive home we had the most beautiful drive. The leafs and the trees are absolutely breathtaking. I felt it was a little reminder to celebrate life and enjoy every day because looking at how amazing nature is you can not help but feel that heavenly Father made all these gorgeous things. We came home after a emotional day and everyone gathered in the backyard and we all played "mother may I". We laughed and twirled liked princess, jumped like frogs and spun like tornadoes. It was a perfect day!

Baby Mullet Gone

2010-11-21T17:39:00.000-08:00

I finally decided to get my BABY his first hair cut. Aaron and I have joked that he was getting a pretty cute little mullet growing but I loved his curls to much. Last week however we went to go visit my family in Virginia and I wanted him to be looking his cutest for his Virginia family. Which after the haircut he has never looked so dang cute. He did great during it and actually by the end of the haircut was flirting his little cute self off with the hair stylist. When he was all done he checked him self out in the mirror and all by himself stuck his little hand up for a high five. I can not believe he is getting so big and everyday he starts to look less like my baby and more like my little man. The good news is he is adorable either way!

6 years!

2010-11-13T04:55:00.000-08:00

Aaron and I celebrated our 6th anniversary on October 30th. With all the craziness of that week I did not post our fun date but I wanted to make sure to share. Aaron decided he was going to plan everything since have been a little crazy for me. He planned a great day in St. Simmons Island in Georgia. He really planned everything from the food to the babysitter. I was highly impressed!

We ate at this restaurant named Barbra Jeans. Oh it was yummy! I had shrimp and crap cakes. Aaron had gumbo with red beans and rice. We were both stuffed.

Then we went to all the little shops and got to walk hand in hand loving the cool weather and a kid-less day.

Then we went to this old colonial historical site. It was so neat! Below is the foundation for a old colonial home. It was tiny I mean tiny. I often wish my home was bigger but seeing that families of 10 could live in those tiny little spaces was wild for me.

This is part of fort for the little colony it as well was tiny. They said sometimes 30 men would sit inside.

Then we left and went to the oldest church in Georgia. It was beautiful!

I love brick walk ways. I think they are so gorgeous!

Then when we were leaving the church Aaron heard a band practicing so we went on a walk to find them and literally stumbled across some graves with the name "DISMUKE" which is my moms maiden name. I was excited to get home and talk to my mom and find out if they were maybe family. Mom didn't know but knew that there was a lot of Dismukes that came south. I thought it was neat maybe my Mam-Maw's way of reminding me to do more family history. It was a great day and a even better 6 years. I look forward to a 100 more. I am a lucky girl to still have my heart go pitter patter every time he kisses me and even more lucky that I get to spend eternity with him! I love you Jammes!

2010-11-08T13:22:00.000-08:00

These days the weather has been AMAZING! We spend so much time playing and enjoying one another outside. Sidewalk chalk has always been one of my favorite things and now Abi has joined in. Abi loves to color and make pretty things. The other day we made our patio pretty and then it rained and Abi woke and and was so sad that all our pretty work was all gone. I thought about it all day and then I decided that sidewalk chalk was a great way to teach Abi about the atonement. It was a wonderful moment to watch her little face as she began to understand just how lucky we are. How wonderful my life really is. Who would have thought that sidewalk chalk would give me a amazing moment like that with my daughter.

Halloween fun at school!

2010-11-05T09:29:00.000-07:00

One of the best parts of being a preschooler is that Abi now gets to do fun things like school parties. We looked forward to the school party all last week. Finally the day came and we got all dressed up and we off for a fun day. Abi's teacher Mrs. Staab is amazing! In class Abi got to make her own little trick or treat bag, painted a pumpkin and learned all about stranger danger. Mrs. Staab really loves all her kids and we are lucky to have her. Another wonderful thing is that Abi has some really great friends like Mandy and Luke that also go to church with us. I love it because when she gets home she tells me ever detail. I signed up to pass out candy so my friend Katheryn took these great pictures for me, her friendship is another great blessing of Abi being in school. I have gotten to make some really great friendships as well. Halloween was great this year because we had a a great time with our school friends, our church friends, and a wonderful family day! I love this time of year!

Halloween time

2010-11-02T08:35:00.000-07:00

Like everyone else in the world last week was wild. Everyday was fun and crazy. Halloween is one of my favorite holidays and we were ready and looking forward to it. This is year Abigail was Ariel from "The little Mermaid". Harris was a train Conductor. Both were really just way to cute for their own good.

Wednesday was 'Trunk-or-Treat' at church. After 2 minuets of being there Abi was the proud owner of 4 goldfish. We had a great time. The only thing missing was daddy. We were sad he had to work. We were off to get some yummy candy. Harris learned fast that if he smiled he got more and boy did he get A LOT of candy.

Then Sunday we had our primary program and party it was great. Abigail marched right up and said her little line. Which was " I believe in Jesus Christ because he helps me to not have bad dreams". It was to cute! Then after naps we were off to Auntie A and Mathews little apartment for some family time. We ate some yummy food, got dressed and were off to our house to get the good stuff. Candy! Candy! Candy! It was a great night! Abigail decided about 20 mins. into it that she would rather pass out candy so we went home and the rest of the night gave candy out. It was the best Halloween ever!

MY FAVORITE PARTS:

*Getting Abi dressed.

* Watching Harris walk around the house like a big boy.

*Abi announcing she is a parent to 4 new goldfish.

*Eating and getting ready at Auntie A and Mathew's house.

*Watching Abi pass out candy.

* Holding hands with Aaron as we walked the kids door to door.

* cuddling up with 2 tired kids and rocking them before bed time.

* Cuddling up with Aaron on the couch eating some yummy candy we stole from the kids bags.

Butterfly rainforest

2010-10-18T05:45:00.000-07:00

We have been loving this weather we have been having. We needed to go enjoy it and we found this place in Gainesville called the butterfly Rainforest I found it a couple weeks ago and told Abigail about it and she has been dying to go. We did not tell the kids where we were going just that it was a surprise. Which made it even more fun. It was amazing! First they have a museum of natural history that was FREE. You can not get anything for free these days. Then you can go it you want and visit the butterfly rain forest and it was $9.00 a adult and $6.00 a child 2 and under was free. Totally worth it!

The skeleton of a mammoth guessed to be over 15,000 years old ALL original bones except for the teeth and tusks. There also was a female mammoth that was found in Florida that was found a mile away from the male. I thought that was sweet.

My 2 favorite and handsome men.

These were jaws of sharks that were found in the St. Johns river. They were huge! A little crazy that sharks are really that big.

There were mock caves and a little cave that the " little explorers" used.

Abi so badly wanted a butterfly to land on her. This was as close as they got to her but it made her happy so we were happy.

This is Abi standing perfectly still like in the sunshine like the worker suggested to get a buttterfly. No luck but she looked super cute trying.


I looked back on the car ride home to see my little pris pot sitting so lady like it was cute.

The best parts of the day were:

* Abi being so excited on the car ride to her suprise that she asked every 5 mins "are we there yet"

* Abi's face when we told her we were there

*watching Harris explore the caves and squeak with delight when he found snakes and birds.

* The boys sneaking away for a second and Abi leaning over and hugging me and saying "Thanks this is the best day ever"

* Holding hands with Aaron while the kids played.

* looking at all the pretty butterfly's and flowers.

*Listening to Harris snore on the car ride home.

My little Busy bear

2010-10-14T17:36:00.000-07:00

I was doing some serious cleaning the other day which meant I had to clean out the refrigerator. I turned around to find my little man sitting on the counter with wet feet from were he climbed threw from the living room and stepped into the dish water, climbed over the dishes and plopped himself down on the counter to "help me" . I love that boy and all the " help" that he loves to give me.

2010-10-13T13:52:00.000-07:00

So I finally did it. With a lot of help from my friend over at Jarvis Photography I made a website for my new business. I am excitied for years my family have been telling me to do it and now I am on my way. I can not wait to get my first bride and get busy making beautiful things. Spread the word for me and keep your fingers crossed. Go visit my website at Mandi's Blossom

I had a wonderful weekend!!!!!

2010-10-06T19:53:00.000-07:00

Mt Dora, Florida

The Donnely house.

Thrash Metal Mania

The winning smile! 4 years in a row!


The 4th annual Putt- Putt putt off.

Aaron and I decided that last weekend was a perfect weekend to celebrate our upcoming 6 year anniversary. Our actual anniversary is October 30th but it looks like I will be having another surgery around then. We never miss a chance for fun so we were off. We woke up early and dropped off our cuties..... thanks again Momma! Saturday we were off to a little town called Mount Dora about 45 minuets from Orlando. It was so nice. The air was wonderful and cool, the leaves rustled in the breeze, and the shops were full of wonderful deals. We walked threw antique stores and scooped up some yummy cupcakes all of which we got to do holding hands.

Then Saturday night Aaron and his friend Mark had bought tickets to the concert of the YEAR. Nicknamed "Thrash Metal Mania" I was lucky enough to have my great friend Casey come up and we totally had a girls night. We went to Ikea ......... I loved it! Then we went to the Cheesecake Factory ( my first time) Yummy! Last we went back to the hotel climbed unto the couch and had a wonderful and much needed " Girls chat Mania"

Sunday we went to more antique shops. Ate some Yummy Mexican food. Went to Verizon and got some new phones. Then my favorite..... 4 years in a row every anniversary Aaron and I play Putt- Putt golf. I look forward to it all year. It is really the only thing that is competitive that I can beat Aaron at. This year was no different. I won by 1 Putt. 4 years in a row I win! It was perfect.

My favorite parts:

*Holding hands and strolling down the street

* Cuddling under the covers in our cold hotel room

* Driving around with the windows down and my feet up

* Watching Aaron prepare for the "thrash metal mania"

* Finally finding a place to play Putt-Putt

* Late night chats with Aaron and Casey

* Picking up my little cuties and hugging them.

I Love you Jammes! Thanks for a blissful weekend and a wonderful (almost) 6 years!

Just another day with my littleman....

2010-09-28T17:40:00.000-07:00

First we wake up and of course put his cowboy boots on over his pajamas. He wakes up like I never ever have feed him before and runs to the fridge and grabs something to eat. He like to wear his PJ's while he eats. Then when we are off to drop Abi off at preschool. When we come home I put him to work. His favorite job the vacum sweeper. Next we are off to pick Abi up. Then we eat some yummy lunch which ends in a mess of a cute boy. Up next we nap and Lastly we play all day his new favorite game is peek-A-Boo. He climbs up onto the bar and yells Boo at me well I am washing dishes. He laughs hysterically and so do I. I love my life and I love my little man and my big girl.

My Uncle Eddie

2010-09-27T12:11:00.000-07:00

My Uncle Eddie holding Harris. His son Charles is next to him.

Mom and Aunt Debbie worked hard on our T-shirts so we were sure to show them off.

My Uncle Joe, Aunt Debbie, My cousin Allison, My Aunt Karen, my cousin Charles, mom and dad at Allison's graduation.

I just wanted to take a moment to talk about my Uncle Eddie. Most of you know that I have a uncle that recently passed. I am so thankful for all those kind words you gave to me, my family and to my daddy. I love you all. I wanted to share some important things about him. My uncle Eddie was such a great man. I remember being little and watching him and his wife (my Aunt Karen) flirt and hold hands. Even as a young child I remember realizing how much he loved her. My dad has 16 brothers and sisters some have been such wonderful examples of love. My uncle Eddie was one that was always loving and kind. He came and helped put together Christmas toys including Barbie houses and Star wars ships with my dad. He and Aunt Karen assisted in making sure that 3 young children heard the sound of reindeer's and bells ringing outside our windows when Santa came to visit. He gave me a hug and held my tiny daughter and gave me the best advice ever. He told me to relax and enjoy every moment of being a mother. I watched as he was a amazing dad teaching his daughters to be strong and amazing young women. He was a inspiration for what a father son relationship should be. He cherished being a father. I guess in no other words ....... He was a great man! He always had some funny moment to add to the party and loving words to guide who ever needed a piece of advice. He and his family moved to Indiana a number of years ago. He built a life and a family based on Christ like love. He watched children at the nursery in their church and fixed cars for those in need. I am thankful that he is my Uncle Eddie. He taught me a lot about love. I am sad that he is gone but think a lot about the healing and happiness that is going on with his family in heaven. I can only imagine how happy his brothers and sisters were to once again have his hilariousness. As for his family My Aunt Karen in no other words encompasses strength. When she and my cousins came for the funeral service here. I had a moment in the bathroom with her that is so special to me. I will always cherish her advice. I love her and the family she has made. My cousin Charles, Allison, and Julia as well are unbelievable. I have watched as they picked up and saw love and beauty in their loss. So when my family and I heard about the American Heart Association walk. I knew my family had to do it. We all did. It was a great day! Mom and Aunt Debbie made shirts with a handsome young uncle Eddie and then we walked. I watched my dad who loved his brother get emotional as we walked. He walked behind everyone and enjoyed the moment. When I think of my uncle that is what I think he would want. For all of us to enjoy our life. I love my family and admire them all. What a smart and kind thing my heavenly father did giving me such amazing people to love.

I have a announcment........................

2010-09-21T12:44:00.000-07:00

I know I have not blogged in a while but I have a fantastic announcement. Drum role please........... the suitcase has been moved! As many of you know from an older blog Aaron and I were in a battle of wills and I refused to ask him to move the suitcase that has been next to his side of the bed um........ since MAY. Today we are having a baby shower for Aaron's cousin and while I was busy scrubbing the floor I looked up to find my fantastic man moving the suitcase. I have to say it was sexy. I love him!!!!!! Thanks Jammes for all you do for me.

Middleburg knows how to party!!!!!

2010-09-01T20:08:00.000-07:00

Last Saturday we had our quarterly activity and talk about a fun time. We Partied! Becky our primary president came up with the idea of having a UN- Birthday party, celebrate, and have fun. The night before we all ( the presidency) met at the church to set up and I am not sure which day I had more fun. The 3 of us laughed so hard . It was perfect! Then Saturday morning we finished setting everything up and then closed the dividers. So when the kids came in there was nothing. Becky had sent individual invites in the mail and we had talked up the activity each Sunday at church. Then we said our hello's and prayers we had the men open up the doors to reveal the decorated birthday. They yelled and smiled and laughed . Next they ran got the party hats and noise makers and we began the party. First we played musical chairs.... Riley Shaw won in a close game. Then we played balloon pop, the spoon relay, the clothes relay( there was 4 pieces of clothing they had to each run put it all on do a jumping jack and take it off run back and tag there teammate), the Hokey Poky was next (the parents joined in and it was great), Last we pinned the missionary tag on sister O' Connor.( The tracing of sister O'Connor was the fun part from the night before with us Ladies) Then we ate cupcakes and ice cream. Our last surprise was treat bags as they left. The only bad news was that by the end of the party half of our balloons had floated to the top of the ceiling. Either way it was a great day!!!!!! I think Primary is the best calling ever!

My little DANCE MACHINE

2010-08-26T06:06:00.000-07:00

Last Thursday Abigail started her dance classes and fell in love. Her teachers name is Mrs. Jane and she is wonderful. I watched with a smile on my face for the entire hour as Abi danced, twirled, flipped and tippity tapped. It was so dang cute. I can not let it go with out a big "THANK YOU" to Nana and Grumps & Mam-Maw and Papa. They all have been saying for years that they wanted to pay for dance or whatever Abigail wanted to take. We are not crazy and we took them all up on the offer. Abigail is so lucky to have 4 grandparents that love her and are so close. Harris could hardly wait till Abi was done before he ran right to her and gave her a giant hug. Abi you are the best ballerina I have ever seen. Thanks for adding fun to our Thursdays!

2010-08-20T05:01:00.000-07:00

I made it! Abi had her first day of school and she loved every minuet of it. We woke up early my mom watched my little man and we told Abi that we would take her out for breakfast anywhere she wanted. She picked McDonalds. It was sure yummy though. One of the perks of Aaron working nights is that he was able to join us. Once we were at her school she could not wait another minuet. We were able to snap some pics. Then we went to her class room Abi said " OK mom I will see you when I see you" so we stole a kiss and was on our way to letting her be the big girl that she is. I did OK. Aaron let me pick and watch a girly movie while she was at school. I left the house 30 mins early. When I finally got to her she saw me and ran up to me giving me a big hug. She said " mom how did you do with out me"? It was cute and my new favorite thing is driving home while she tells me all about her day, her friends, and her teacher. I love my Boo!

I am NOT READY!!!!!!!!!

2010-08-13T11:32:00.000-07:00

I am not ready. I am not ready. I am not ready. Abi is starting preschool on Monday and I am not looking forward to it. She is my girl. I have been blessed to stay with her everyday. I'm just not ready for her to be a big girl. Abi on the other hand is counting the days. She knows her first day outfit, her back pack has been waiting by the door to go to school and she has reassured me that she will draw me pictures and have fun. Today was her orientation and we met her teacher and she is wonderful and I can already tell very kind. Plus our friends Mandy Jarvis and Luke wheeler will be joining her in the same class. As tradition Mam-maw and Papa buy the first back pack and lunch box so Abi got to spend the day choosing all her new gear carefully with us and Mam-maw. Thanks mom and dad! So ready or not Monday is the day. Abi will love it, and I am going to cry but I will try to wait till I am in the car. I can not wait to hear all about it. I love you boo! I can not even believe you have grown up this fast. I remember late night cuddles and feedings, fist steps and words, and all the great "little girl" moments like it was yesterday. I love you! Have fun big girl!

Washington Oaks state park

2010-08-10T07:12:00.000-07:00

Sunday Aaron and I decided we were in need of some good old family fun so after church we drove to our favorite park Washington Oak state park. Aaron and I went there all the time when we were dating and now we go all the time with our family. We had a great time. First we played on the playground then we went on a walk down the nature trail to the beach, we played, and caught little crabs. It was wonderful. Then on our way back we went to go wash our feet off because they were filthy and Harris decided to play in the water so we took off his clothes to get him clean everywhere which back fired because then when he fell in the leaves and all the water made them stick to him like glue. He looked the a nature monster. He thought it was great and all I got him as clean as possible as soon as possible. It was a lot of fun!

Then we were off to celebrate Nana's birthday. Aaron made a yummy Greek pasta dinner and we got to enjoy the whole family. Happy Birthday Nana! We love you!

Abi's hair cut

2010-08-04T08:09:00.000-07:00

My girl decided to cut her own hair. Thankfully she has curly hair and it was easy to hide. I on the other hand thought I was going to cry. I am a little crazy when it comes to her hair. I decided that we should take her to get her hair fixed before she starts preschool. She was adorable and the most quiet I have ever heard. I love you, Boo! You're a cutie!

The war of wills

2010-07-28T20:12:00.000-07:00

Let me just tell you all the on going war of wills me and Aaron currently are fighting. As you know Aaron and I went on a cruise in May. The suitcase we used is still in the same spot that it has been in since MAY! The suitcase goes in the attic and I am a girl that will do a lot of things but climbing and crawling in a attic IS NOT ONE OF THEM. It is really not that he will not put it away if I asked I am sure he would. I just think a suitcase that he literally walks past every single time he gets in and out of bed is something that he should NOTICE and realize needs to be put away. That is where our little war comes in at. I think he is secretly doing it to see how long I can live with a suitcase in our room before I break down and ask him to move it and I am in a war of wills to not have to ask him to do something that clearly he has to realize he should do. Here is the one problem though. There is a large black suitcase in my bedroom that I have to now dust because it is a permanent fixture in my room. Here is the one hole in Aaron's plan that he has not taken into account...... I AM A GRADEN. I am pretty sure in the dictionary under stubborn there not only is a picture of my dad but my mom is joining him. I will win this war even if it takes me a year and I have to make a flower arrangement to go on top of the large black suitcase. I will win!!!!

Obsession

2010-07-20T06:53:00.000-07:00

My little man has a serious obsession...... SHOES. He loves shoes! Watch out if your around him and take off your shoes you will lose them. He can not get enough. It is so bad I can not take him into a shoe store because he wants to go wild. Thanks Auntie Jen for sharing your new boats with him.

I am thankful!

2010-07-18T18:02:00.000-07:00

I have to be a little honest and say I have been a little bitter about life these days. Not that I am not thankful for my family, or all my many blessings. I am so thankful! I watch my happy healthy kids play and giggle and I say a quick pray for how wonderful my life is. I do the same everyday when I see my handsome hubby who I am lucky enough to look at and feel like the most beautiful and lucky women in the world. I am just bitter with my leg and doctors and everything that has to do with the medicine field. That brings me to my point. Last Saturday one of my best friends Lisa from Alaska called to say that she was engaged. I was so excited. I am lucky to say I have lots of amazing friends that would do and have done so much and who I have shared so much with. Lisa and Nancy are in a whole different bracket. They have literally cried and fought and laughed threw moments in my life that were life changing. Nancy for years supported me and pushed me in my wheel chair. Lisa was with me when I found out I was pregnant with Abi. When Lisa told me she was getting married I was beyond happy for her but a little sad I would miss it. Coming up with the money to fly to Utah in December would never happen. With Christmas we could never budget for both. Then Lisa called me and told me that her mom and dad were going to fly me to Utah for the wedding on the condition that I was their wedding slave. In that moment I was full of absolute love. Love for my Heavenly father for giving me a big " I love you and I know you". I know my Heavenly blesses me with all my many talents. I am so blessed. So, I just wanted to share my testimony of my Heavenly father. I know that he sent his son here to suffer for me. I think a lot about how unbelievably hard that must have been. How lucky am I. I have the option to go to my Heavenly Father and repent of all my mistakes so that I may have the chance to live with my wonderful husband and my amazing kids and all my family not only temporarily but for eternity. What a amazing gift. I know that Joseph Smith knelt in pray and was given the knowledge to begin a new church. I think of how easily I get frustrated in my life then to think about all that him and Emma went threw and lost I can never be more thankful for their strength. I am know that modern prophets lead and guide us today. I know that my heavenly father loves and knows me. I know he knows of my frustration and my battles and I am thankful when simple moments happen when I feel like he says" I'll throw you a bone. Take a breath- enjoy!" I can not say I will not be bitter about life every now and again I can say that I will never stop fighting to always remember how blessed I am.

Like father, like son!

2010-07-14T18:42:00.000-07:00

I love my hubby (very much). I do not love, his love for video games. The bad news is I think I have been tagged teamed and now Harris has joined Aaron in the love fest known as the X-box. At least they are both super handsome while they drool over the games.

Cool and Cute!

2010-07-13T13:44:00.000-07:00

I am going to go out on a limb and say I have one of the cutest boys ever.

A dirty face, sunglasses and a rocking bull only add to how adorable he is.

I love you Harris! Thanks for giving me a Monday full of giggles!

We love FLorida weather!!!!!

2010-07-12T06:08:00.000-07:00

We love our Florida weather! It is crazy hot but nothing is better than jumping in a pool, running in a sprinkler, or sliding down a slip and slide. We found a slip and slide on sale for $6.00 and could not wait to get home a play.

It was Harris' first time and he loved it but needed a little push from daddy.

Then Harris was busy stealing shoes. He is obsessed with shoes. He even sleeps in them. He was in heaven!

Then we talked daddy into demonstrating. We were all impressed!

We love Florida, we love getting wet, and we really love each other. It is a perfect day when we get to have all 3!

Certainly not a lizard!

2010-07-09T07:03:00.000-07:00

The other day we were welcomed by a new friend Mr. Turtle- Turtle outside our sliding glass door. Our dog Coheed was barking at something outside, Abigail went to check it out and then said " mom it is a turtle" I said "No Boo it is probably a lizard" Then she responded with " Mom it is certainly not a lizard. It is a turtle". She was right! The 3 of watched his every move for most of the day and of course named him. Say hello to Mr. Turtle- turtle. Our next move was to call daddy, and all the grandparents to brag about out new friend. It was fun.