visit with the fam

This past weekend I went to Utah and visited with my family. The plane trip was good but I had a head cold and my ears popped and hurt the entire time. When I landed in Utah my right ear didn't pop. I had a sore throat and talking was difficult. I couldn't hear Layne very well and Layne couldn't hear me very well either. What a site.

I went to the Temple with Cory It was so nice to go with him. I have only had my mom to go with in the family members and It was so nice to have another family member to go with. I would have loved to have Amber there too but maybe next time I'm in town. My Mom Amber and Josh were in a 5 K and they did so well. I am so excited they all did so well. My Mom placed 1st in the women overall, Amber 1st in her age, and I think Josh came in 3rd in his age.

I had such a wonderful time. I have never been anywhere without the kids. I know I was different and easier to talk to. Except I had a head cold that I felt awful the whole time. I thought it was a sinus infection, but the antibiotics didn't help at all, and I am now starting to feel a little better. My ears still pop and have a lot of pressure and I cant swallow very well, and I cough. But I can talk better and my throat doesn't hurt so much.

For my brothers farewell, Whitney and I kind of forced everyone to sing as a family for the farewell. I felt bad that I didn't even have a bit of singing voice to lend to the song. Cory had a wonderful talk he gave. I really have not heard him speak so much. I loved hearing really how he understands the gospel, and can articulate that. I am so glad I came to be there for him I really have great memories and excited to see him in a few years and see the difference in him too.

My mom and Layne had a wonderful lunch for about 80 people after and it was wonderful to see family again. My Dad was there. The times I am there never gives enough time to do all that I want, and I didn't get to see him but a little before church and for the lunch social and there was a lot of people for to much one on one time. I am glad I was able to see him then.

We had a lot of time at Mom's house to socialize and I loved it. Getting to spend the time with all my sisters for so long and with Cory was wonderful. I really wish I could have felt good. Oh well I tried my best.

Joe had a great time with the kids. I think they all really needed the time with him, just him. I think we all appreciate each other more.

I read the Midnight Sun on the Internet. of course it's not finished and will not be but I enjoyed it very much. Of course we all wish Stephenie Meyer would finish any way. I know we would still pay full price to read the book. There is so much left to the story. Well I cant think of that anymore.

The kids are great. Sammi keeps forgetting her home work because she talks at the wrong time. I really think she will get in trouble soon.I don't blame them. I don't remember if I said she is taking violin lessons. She is so excited. I need to get Adam in something like soccer or something. He wants to do something too. Johnny is having fun with me at home. we haven't done a lot of school yet I don't have the school curriculum and don't feel up to making my own up at the moment. Tyler is fun but sick at the moment. He constantly sits on my lap and wants my undivided attention. Adam stayed home sick today. I really hope this cold doesn't spread around the house. It seems to be staying long. I also don't want an er trip in the middle of the night because someone cant breathe.

I can't stay awake!

Oh I wrote this whole thing and then I lost it. Makes me so mad.
I cant seem to stay awake past 9am I am so tired. I am typing away to keep my eyes open. I cant seem to stay awake during the day and at night I cant fall asleep. I hope it is not a sign of things to come. I have always thought that being pregnant and not sleeping helps with the adjustment of a new baby and no sleep. I really hope this will not be the case.
Joe has dental surgery today to get a titanium post put in. He will be out the rest of the day. Horrible thoughts of getting dental surgery to get some much needed sleep... how sick!
We had a great weekend. Joe and Sammi went on a Father-daughter date and went to a luau. Joe said I should have taught the dancing. The teacher he said was dancing like a stiff. Definitely no hip movement. What is hula without hip movement.. just stepping to the side. They had fun and made a few crafts and went for frozen custard afterwards.
I took the boys to play miniature golf. Adam made a hole in one and a few in 2. He said it was the funnest day he had in a long time.(punk) and I'm glad. Then we went to get a hot dog and frozen custard. I reluctantly shared the custard. Johnny sure is more a natural hockey player. He would swing the club the first time on each setup great, and then push the ball to the hole with his club. I was very cute. Adam is a natural. I think it was the first time for both of them.

I have a new phone number

Oh I forgot, I have a new phone number. Email me and I 'll let you know what it is. Love you all. Also if you didnt get a christmas card last year and want one email me your address I will get started early so they will actually get out soon after the baby is here.

Kids are back in school

Well the kids are back in school and are liking this school much better than the one the went to the last few weeks of the year last year. In the beginning we had some annoying problems with the bus. Now its just a lot of bad kids on the bus. I have the kids now sitting back together and I hope that will take some anxiety away from both of them. It is hard to decide what to do because Adam is sitting beside a good kid and that boy will be alone and surrounded by boys that pick on others, or protect Adam. Protect Adam wins hands down. I just feel for the loan boy. Hopefully he will be ok.
Joe just had his bday and spent the whole weekend writing an eight page paper. We later went to a ward activity and swam in the pool. A break for a little bit. What a way to spend your 40th. I made a nice lunch and apple pie. The gifts didnt get here. They came this week oh well he will like them.
I am going to go visit my family in Utah for Cory's farewell. I am not going to take anyone with me. I know the kids really miss family and Whitney has never seen Tyler. I know my limits and taking even Tyler as a lap child, while pregnant or not getting in at out 200 am would be stupid. I think all of us need time away from each other. Daddy needs alone time with them too. I am really excited to see everyone. Adam said he misses Whitney the most and wants to see her. I reminded him that we live close to her and we will see them some other time. The family stuff, like baptisms, performances, activities, I really miss sharing with family. We never really did except with Hyrum and Kristi when we both lived in the same town in Wyoming. I know we chose to move far away and that is one of the draw backs of living far. It is just hard when you are reminded by little kids wishing to be close to family.
I got new sheets for the kids and they love them the t shirt kind. Johnny told me I couldnt sleep on his bed to take naps with him anymore because I would mess up his soft sheets. I definitely couldnt sleep on his pillow. I had to tickle the serious kid. He also said they looked like his cousin Makenzis bed and I needed to keep it perfectly made like her bed. Tyler loves Sams sheets they have butterflies and he looks at them and said pree and hugs the pretty sheets.
We are going to start Sam in violin lessons. They have a program at school. She has always loved the sound and has asked for years. She knows she cant give up and has to commit for a long time. We picked up the Violin today. She told me that she can play Grandma a song for Christmas. I smiled and told her she will have to practice everyday and she might get really frustrated and that she shouldnt be hard on herself if she hasnt mastered the violin by Christmas. (my impatient with self and perfectionist child):)She will do great.

Tennesee and North Carolina Picts

Tyler needed a break, so happy to be out of the van.
The kids on a rest stop in the Smokies
A pict of the rainy campsite
The Biltmore in NC

Thought you all would like to see the growing belly

catching up on some pictures

Adam had blisters on his hands so it was slow going

Adam in center of picture
Sam in pink shirt
Sam having a little rest

Johnny testing out the gear

Des Moines

The fam went with Joe to Des Mines Iowa. I do not like the hotel the company chose. The beds are so uncomfortable and really not friendly, but for the buisness traveler. No place to sit and eat or chairs to sit on and talk. Maryann lives there and we spent the day with her. I saw her back in Febuary I think. It sure was nice to see her again. Before that, I saw her when I just had Adam when we lived in Cali. Of course she was one of my bridesmaids and I was able to see her when she went to BYU. It was nice to see her and her family. I know its silly and people said it to me when my parents friends saw us when we grew up, boy... has changed so much. I knew you when you were born, I remember when you were this tall, etc. I did that when I saw Maryann's brother John. He of course is a man, and I just haven't seen him for 8 years. He is 4yrs younger? I don't know. Anyway I love seing people I haven't for so long. It is so fun to catch up. Any one reading and would like to have me see their blog, let me know.
Back to Maryann, We had such a fun time. We went to the pool and over to her house. She sure has a great place. She brought us lunch. That was such a nice thing not to have to eat out. The company was great. Brian I have only met twice and I am so glad they got together they really click. He is so nice. I had tons of fun knowing Maryann in Cali growing up. we had so many times together. of course times are so split with friends, the friendship grew and has lasted through the years despite where we have lived. I try to call once a year and now with blogging I can feel I get to know her better. I really missed Maryann and am glad I can see her when Joe has work over there.
For an example I looked up a friend Katie, and I am so glad to get a taste into what she is up to. I was so busy as a teen to really get to know people I think. I also spent most of my senior year away form campus, and then moved that Jan So I really missed out on really getting to know the people around me at that time. What a bummer. Katie is so talented. And all of the other people I have come back in contact with really makes me happy.
Oh I also got attacked by chiggers. I think it happened when I went to Nancys Mom's house in the fields there. I thought I got attacked by mosquitoes, and maybe the poision ivy reacted and I was having symptoms. The spots have spread and from my ankles to my inner thighs are covered with a horable rash. It is very itchy. Only thing to do is to put nail polish on the sores to kill the bugs! yuck! I knew all of you would love to hear that!