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Thursday, July 16, 2009

Me

33 Weeks!

Just so everyone can see what Elise was talking about, in Motherhood Maternity.

Monday, July 13, 2009

June wasn't as crazy as May but still eventful, and went by way to quick. Nathan went to Canada for 2 WEEKS for work which was tough. I kept busy trying to fill up the shed and clean out anything I could. I went through closets and decorations. I just wish I were actually done. I still feel like I have a ton to do, as we get closer to September. We had planned to make it back to Nauvoo in June the day after Nathan was to return from Canada, but it didn't work out. I was so burnt out from having him gone and then Nathan's dad came down with Pneumonia and the kids didn't feel well. Fearing the worst that we would get out there and get sicker, we postponed it till next year. So something to look forward too. We instead went to Park City for the week. We rented a condo and had a fun time vacationing in UTAH. We really enjoyed our selves and it was so much more low key than hauling ourselves to Nauvoo. We had wanted to see the Marriott location in Park City so this was the perfect opportunity and I recommend it to anyone, we were far enough gone but close enough to know if we needed to come home we could. We could see the Alpine slide out our bedroom window.

Nathan took the kids on the slide and the coaster which they both loved. Brycen was in heaven that there was miniature golf there as well. I was happy for the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory and the carmel apple I enjoyed. We also got some fishing in at Deer Creek and at Strawberry. Nathan's Dad Steve came up one day to go fishing with us. The kids caught as many fish as they could. It was such beautiful scenery we really enjoyed ourselves. The fish were a junk fish but the kids didn't know it and they just had fun reeling them in. The best was they were biting all the time, so the kids weren't too bored waiting around. Nathan even caught some craw fish.

I love being up in Heber and that area, it always reminds me of when I was dating and feel in love with Nathan, it is also one of the first things I did with him as I met his family, we were going up to cut down a Christmas tree. We also dream one day of retiring and moving to a house in Heber its just so beautiful up there. Being in Park City we also of course made it to the outlets. Being pregnant we have had some funny comments from the kids. This had to be one of the best. As we walked in to Motherhood Maternity for me, as I was in need of some pants, Brycen pulled his usually boy not wanting to shop act and said I don't want to go in this store mom. I said Brycen we need to for me because I am pregnant, and Elise pipes in as loud as can be, " Yea Bryce we need to cause Mom has a really BIG belly." The entire store was laughing. Oh you gotta love what kids say. June went by quick and I quickly realized how much I love having Nathan home two weeks in Canada was no fun, I just love having my family all TOGETHER!

Finally Blogging

MAY

Okay so I have been missing in action when it comes to blogging lately so here it goes. I will do the last two months. First off May. May is always the craziest month in our house.

We first had the Race for the Cure in memory of Nathan's mom. We are usually out of town when they have had the Race for the Cure. So we never got to attend with Nathan's mom. I was glad we made it this year in memory of her to remember what a strong woman she was in so many ways. It was a neat day to be together as a family.

Then we had Brycen's Birthday, can't even believe he is 4. We of course had a golfing birthday. In all the craziness we only managed to get a few photos. Which is better then none. Here is one of him with his cake and candles. We had his party right after the race for the cure. Then on his birthday we took him to Cherry Hill his favorite mini golf course.

Then that same weekend we had Mother's Day and our 8th Anniversary. Nathan surprised me with my own mini laptop. Which I love taking with me places and being able to have my own computer plus its pretty darn cute. Our Anniversary was on Sunday so we didn't get to do a whole lot. Just being together and with our kids worked this year. So glad for the 8 wonderful years we have had and all that is ahead of us. I love you Nathe!

We also got to go see Grandma Mildenhall's new horse Sis and baby kitten that the kids were dying to see. Many more fun horse rides to come for sure.

As we finished off May we celebrated Nathan's birthday and Memorial day as Nathan, his Dad, and Brother Stephen built a much need shed in our backyard. I am quite thankful for it and all the hard work they did. Here are the kids at Nathan's moms grave as we traveled to all the graves, we also made it to Provo to my mom's as well.

Elise also had her Preschool graduation which was fun to watch and see how much she has progressed. We also found out that when she grows up she wants to be a Cat teacher, which she later explained to us that she will teach cats not to scratch people. Nathan and I just loved it and was glad she hadn't told her teacher that she wanted to be a snail as we thought she might of.

Somewhere in the middle of May we bought a new car needing a bigger one with the baby coming. We got a Sequoia, at first I felt like I was driving a bus, but have now gotten use to the size and enjoy it. I will have to add a picture of the car some time, when its been washed. We are enjoying it and feel blessed with all that life has brought us and all that is to come with a new baby sister on its way.

Sunday, May 24, 2009

San Francisco

The end of April and first of May we got to head out to San Francisco. Nathan had to go there for a class for work. The kids and I were just glad to get out of town. This was our third trip to San Francisco and we enjoy it every time. I don't think there is a city quite like it anywhere in the world. Every time we get off the bay bridge I marvel at the beauty of it all. We had a great time and got to spend some fun times together despite the fact that Dad had to work part of the time. We spent one day walking around the Oakland temple. I had never been to it, and had just seen it from a distance. It was beautiful and the gardens we amazing as was the view. After we went down to Rodeo beach and sat in the warm sand, it was so relaxing.

The beach is covered with small dark pebbles that were warm from the sun that felt wonderful between your toes. On the way back from the Golden Gate bridge we stopped at the Palace of fine Arts and took some photos.

(Nathan took this photo with a bunch of shots and stitched it together, it's a favorite of mine and I think he did an amazing job)

Another day we went to Pier 39 and froze as it was very windy, we ate lunch at our favorite restaurant on the pier and went and saw the seals.

We also ate as much In-N-Out as we could find. I enjoyed the mall across the street from our hotel while Nathan was in meetings. Elise loved the pool at the hotel although we froze every time we went for a swim she is such a fish. We also had the luck of having my cousin Kelly and her husband be in town so we all got together with my other cousin, her sister Brooke who lives in San Francisco. We had a fun time visiting and comparing our pregnant bellies. We love San Francisco and never mind heading out there.

Zoo...Anyone

I am finally getting around to doing some blogging. It is always crazy in May, but oh so fun. We bought annual passes to the zoo this year. Anyone wanting to go let me know. The kids love it. Here are some photos from the times we have already gone this year. I love my unsuspecting animal subjects that pose in the photos with the kids. The kids think its hilarious. The kids also enjoy having a zoo map and being in charge of telling mom which way we need to go. Elise is good at finding the bathrooms on it, which is helpful for me in my pregnant state. We are looking forward to some fun and great memories at the zoo!