Costa RIca was SOOOOO Fun!

I never thought that I would get to do too much with my old friends from school but you get Joanna and I together and it is like we have not been apart. She is one of those friends that you know and will always love. She was teased most of the time by Jared and Tello but it was a lot of fun.

We were so lucky to get to meet up with Linda. She had been there since late November and spoke fluent Spanish so she was a lot of help. I am sure she wishes she had not met up with our husbands. They were probably more than what she was ready for. Lets just say they can be a little obnoxious.

Linda showed us some great places to go and helped us figure out things that would be enjoyable while we were there. this is where she has been living for the past few months.

You can only imagine the thoughts that were going through our minds when we pulled up and saw this. It wasn't as bad as we thought it was. I would actually like to learn a lot more about the foods they eat there. I need to get a little mor health concious about what I am eating and also feeding my kids.

We didn't really relax a lot while we were there. We played pretty hard. We fished, swan with turtles, saw the dolphins swim along side our boat, SURFED (my favorite), looked at properties, met some of the locals, went to a Costa Rican rodeo, and visited the local school. All in all I know that we don't appreciate the many luxuries we have. We were lucky and stayed in a nice place but the locals live a very simple life. They seem to be happy people despite their living conditions.

Who would have known that things wouldn't slow down after we moved into the new house? It has been crazy around here. We still have wrestling practice everyday after school but now it for both boys, until Kody is finished at state. Lexie is still taking violin and has a play day about once a week to keep the both of us sane. I am still holding three callings(the old people in our ward are saying they have done their time. Like it is a prison sentence) Hopefully Jared is pushing hard to get the scout one removed. Maybe he has a little pull in those bishopric meetings. We have been trying to get some of the shopping done, getting the House decorated, Finishing up some of the outside things before the real snow shows up and just life in general. The girls had their Christmas program on Thursday. They were so cute. Cami is always nervous and when she gets nervous she wants to throw up. Not such a good combination considering you are standing in front of hundreds. Hailey is always up for being the center of attention. Lexie can't go 10 minutes without thinking she is going to starve to death and can't understand why I don't pack snacks to every event we go to. Elli is just full of PISS and VINEGAR. WOW I never thought one little girl could be so full of mischief. She really is ending our family growth with a BANG! She is 18 months and she takes off her diaper at least 2 times a day. We have tried to put her in onesies to make the diaper a little less available but she end up completely undressed and who knows what kind of a trail she is leaving behind. She has already written on the older girls wall her own dresser and wall, her sheets in her crib. Where do all these writing utinsils come from? She is also the funnest thing ever. I almost have to laugh out loud sometimes. Maybe it has something to do with knowing that she is the youngest.
I really am looking forward to the holidays. I love to have my family around and to know that we are here for a much greater purpose. I love having that knowledge and love that my kids are beginning to really love it too. Have a Merry Christmas!

Hip Hooray!!!! We have finally moved into our new house, We actually moved in 2 weeks before Halloween. There are still things I would like for the house but Christmas is coming. Moving was a little challenging without Jared's help. He had a 45 ft log land on his hand when they were delivering a log roof system over in Jackson. He is now able to use it some but he is still not able to grip much.
Tyler will be turning 16 this week. HOLY %@^: I am getting old! :( I really don't feel old though. I enjoy having teenage boys, so far.
Jared was just put into a new calling. That should be a great learning experience. He has served in this calling before but only for a short time and he wasn't really committed to it. I guess that is why he is getting to do it again.
I truly am a blessed person.. I enjoy being a Mom and I am having fun with my church callings. We are all happy and healthy. We have great friends. What more can we ask for.

Sadness is on the air.

This morning, as I finally got to sleep, our alarm went off 6:00 am and I was literally holding back the tears. Wayne Richards from KLCE passed away while vacationing in Hawaii. Jared and I have been waking up to him ever since we have been married. I never met the man but it felt like one of our close friends has passed away. It is funny how we love those we don't even know. I am a very emotional person, anyone who knows me knows I will cry over spilt milk. I will miss hearing his voice on those mornings when I have to pry my heavy eyelids open. It was hard for me to get out of bed most mornings because I didn't want to miss what he and Liza were going to say next. Liza has went into work this morning, taking calls and playing songs that are in memory of Wayne. I will keep her in my prayers. She teased that he was her work husband. She will be reminded of her friend everyday when she hears one of the commercials with his voice, has someone new in his seat and experiences things in her life that he would have been the one by her side.

Big mistake. BIG!

I don't know what I was thinking. I was just mindin' my own business this afternoon. Layin' on the couch, cuz that's what I like to do on Sunday afternoon and next thing I knew I had drifted off into dream land. Big mistake. BIG! Now I am up posting on my blog cuz I can't sleep. I have been layin' in bed for an hour and a half. Why else would I be up at 11:33? I should be gone....
I was asked to take another calling in church. I am now the primary chorister. This is very new to me. It has been about 8 years since I have even taught in primary. I think I am going to enjoy this job. I love kids, I like some kids more than others but I really do love them all. I love music. I only sing in the car or when I goof around with my kids. My husband thinks its quite amusing to know that I have to sing in front of people every week now. Maybe it will help me get over being so nervous in front of people any way. I feel like I am back in high school bringing up all those insecurities when I have to get in front of crowds and let them hear my voice, whether it be singing or even speaking. What the hell?
I am still the wolves scout leader too. I really am not sure what to think of that job. I was only put in at the end of school last year. We didn't do much scouting except for day camps, but so far I think it is a pretty fun job too. I told them if they couldn't find a replacement I would be happy to stay. I am planning to do a fair theme for our next pack meeting. We will do a pie eating contest, maybe catchin' some chickens, silly stuff like that. I don't like to go to those events and be bored and embarrassed by having to make those stupid cheers when you feel like you are the only idiot doin' em'.
Our cabinets were installed on Wednesday and Tony came to measure for granite. We figure we will be moving in about 3 weeks to a month. I am very excited about that. There is still a lot to do but it really is a reality we will live there soon.
Well I am going to see if I can get some sleep. I took an extra allergy pill. You know the ones that say not to exceed the dose recommended because they may cause drowsiness. I sure as hell hope they do cuz I need some freekin' sleep. Sorry there have been no pics lately. I will try to get some in tomorrow after the cabinet guys put all the fronts on the cabinets. I took before pics and now I will take after. Goodnight. (Hopefully)

Sorry!

I know that I have already posted today but I am trying to figure out how to link things like my recipes. I know that they are good ones, that means easy and that children will eat. Also places I shop and so on. If you want to share with me how I would appreciate it. Also I have tried to do a slide show. I am such a tard sometimes. HELP!!!!!!!!

Fast and Testimony Meeting

I don't know if I am going through a mid-life crisis or what. I feel like I am always in a whirlwind of emotions. Oh how I wish I could get a grip on my life sometimes.
Cami is still home from school. She has staff infection under her nose and is highly contagious. She went back to the doctor yesterday and is now on an antibiotic as well as a cream that has to be applied three times a day. Elli has had a horrible cough for the last month. They say is is a virus and she will just have to fight it off. They did prescribe a good cough medicine so I might be able to get some sleep. Elli sleeps just fine but when I hear her start coughing my instinct is to jump up and check on her, so that is what I do. I usually end up on the couch with her asleep on my chest. That way I can hear her breathing. Maybe this is why my emotions are on edge. I am definitely not getting enough sleep.
Tyler has been busy peeling logs after school with Dylan and TJ. They can make about $30 to $40 in an hour and a half. Not bad for a high school job.
Kody has been begging me to let him back to football practice. I told him when he can run on it without limping then I will let him. He slipped his meniscus (can't spell) in his knee. If he injures it again I am sure he will have to have surgery.
Hailey loves being in Mrs. Johnson's class. She is every one's favorite teacher. She always has the best stories. She has almost finished reading one of the Harry Potter books. I can't wait to move on to another one and I have threatened her with her life and everything in it, if she reads another one of those ridiculously long books. She looses interest too fast and would rather read some girly book.
Lexie is taking violin from Melanie Moulton. She is a great teacher and Lexie is always excited to see her. We are going to start working on letter sounds. She really wants to learn to read.
I will have to post some pics next time of our house. We are so close but it seems so far away. I love this house. It is not my dream house but I love it.
I really do need to be so thankful for a great family. Especially my parents. They are such a great support for me. They act as though I am the best mom ever and that my kids are perfect. I hope that I will think the same about my family. I truly love being a mom. It makes me want to run away on a daily basis but for the most part I love being with them more than with any one else in the world. I am also thankful for old friends who are still very dear to my heart. I never feel like they are judging me for the kind of clothes we wear or the kind of house or car that we drive. I love them even though I don't see them often. I am also thankful for being able to serve in my church callings. I need to serve others because I know I have been blessed beyond any of my comprehension. WOW! what just got into me. It sounds like fast and testimony meeting today. I truly am blessed. Ta Ta!