Newest Member

Landon became the newest member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on Saturday, July 3rd. 2010. It was a beautiful day filled with family, friends and lots of tears. (Let me clarify, the tears mostly came from me... What can I say? I am an emotional wreck!)

The morning started out really nice, Gavin and I were up cutting fruit when Landon walked in the kitchen. This gave Gavin and I some time to talk to him about the special day in his life. We read a book together that I had bought him called White Shirts and then he opened up his baptism towel. He was beaming and really excited to get to the church. The service was really nice, Gavin did a great job on the Baptism, and said just the right things in Landon's Conformation. It was a day I hope Landon doesn't forget. Because like Julie Beck said in the Visiting Teaching Lesson last month: “When we are baptized, we take upon ourselves the sacred name of Jesus Christ. Taking upon us His name is one of the most significant experiences we have in life …" 


This hit me hard when I read it. I know I need to me a better example of Christ and with that I hope Landon can be good example too. 

After we were done at the church we headed back to our house for some treats. It was the first time I didn't stress out completely over the food, and forget what the day was really about. It made my day so much better, besides who doesn't like fruit and lots of baked treats for lunch? Preston had thought he had died and went to heaven! ;o) 

Thank you to everyone for supporting Landon on this special day. I love him so much, and am so proud of his decision to be baptized. 

The Face of a Champion.

                                      

           Concentration.

                (Kanab Heat Stroker)

       Focus. 

              (Richfield)

          Defeat.

                

          Victory. 

              (Cedar, Summer Games)

                                   Happiness. 

         Pure Joy! 

Two Fish

One Fish,

Two Fish!! 

Red Fish,

Blue Fish.

Yea! I have Two Fish! Both boys took Swimming Lesson's at the first of the summer and are swimming awesome. I can't tell you how much relief I feel knowing Preston can swim on his own. It is definitely helping me to sleep better at night! :)

I'm not ready...

I am still in shock that this is happening on Saturday... I really can't believe it. I have been putting everything off for this. It must be because I am just not ready for him to grow up and be accountable. I know he is ready, it is just.. I'm not. 

Just What the Doctor Ordered!

I got back a week ago from a great girls weekend! It was just what Dr. Gloom ordered...less stress and more rest! (It did work too, because this week when I went to my doctor appointment, the baby was doing a lot better! Maybe every weekend should be a girls weekend! :)) Anywhoo, back to the weekend.

Day 1 started off by hitting the road and heading to Viva Las Vegas! We checked in to the Worldmark (Thank you Bradi!) and the headed to the Strip for yummy dinner at PF Changs. After dinner we went back to the hotel and played Charades. Oh My, is all I have to say. There were a few that won't be forgotten like, Yellow Submarine, Band of Brothers, and Sesame Street and last but not least Hump Moon, better known as Honeymoon! Ha..ha :) 

Day 2 was full of shopping! I was lucky enough to get a makeover from a transvestite named Vanessa. (Only in Vegas!) She/he was really nice and I ended up buying a lot of makeup all of which I love. It was a fun day and the yellow purse I bought made it even better! 

We then headed to Phantom. Wow is the best way I can describe it. I had seen it a long long time ago and couldn't hardly remember anything, but the music. We had amazing seats right below the chandelier, and when it started to fall, I said a few choice words. Sorry Jess! The whole play was incredible, the 90 minutes went by in a flash and I left wanting more. It was the highlight of the trip for sure. 

Day 3 was R&R by the pool. I can't tell you how long it has been since I sat by the pool for 6 hours and didn't have to worry about someone drowning or burning. I probably should have worried a little more about someone burning, and that someone was ME! My shoulders are still peeling. Floating along in the lazy river was perfect, because it was definitely a lazy day.

We finished our trip/day with a stop at the Vegas sign, and dinner at Cheesecake. Miso Salmon was the perfect way to end the perfect weekend. I had a great time, I loved all the laughing, and relaxing. Thanks girls it was a weekend not to be forgotten. Can't wait to go again! 

Good Times, Good Times! 

Kanab Heat Stroker.. (Literally)

The Sliderzz have started their summer with the big W! They are the Kanab Heat Stroker 8u Champs! It was a fun tournament. The first night after our game we had a BBQ at the park with the team, and then headed back to our hotel and played more baseball on the lawn. On Day 2 after the games, the boys jumped in the pool and had a blast. I am still trying to decide who had the most fun, Gavin or the boys?! ;) On Saturday (Day 3) we had to win to play in the Championship game. The boys did great against Kanab and then came back and beat the Cedar Crush for the title. Saturday had to be the hottest day on record so far this summer and all you had to do was look at my ankles to prove it! Ha..ha! :) It was great to get away and play a little baseball too.

It's a Girl!

I can't believe we are having another little girl. I am thrilled, Gavin is in shock! We found out in April, I just haven't blogged about it. I get to have an ultra sound ever month, which is fun. The only problem is the day I have the ultra sound I also find out about all the crazy things my body is doing because of my high blood pressure. It is always exciting to see my baby girl in my tummy, but after I talk to the Doctor I leave there feeling like a big dark cloud is hanging over my head. It could be because he gives me all the "what if's: and "could happen," which is not very fun to think about. That is why I haven't been that excited to blog about it. I have mixed emotions about the whole pregnancy. Bottom line is, I just don't love being pregnant. I am moody, and sick, and tired, and emotional, and, and, and... (Ask Gavin, he will tell you it has been rough! :))

The good news is my blood pressure is perfect because of the medicine, and as of today our little baby girl is growing and developing great. I still have to go see Dr. Gloom once a month and then more often as the delivery gets closer. I am thankful for him, he is keeping me and this little baby girl healthy and that is all that matters.