Sentimental/ Soap Box

I know I don't usually get in depth that much and especially don't like to talk about "feelings", but I thought I would share a few things I've learned in the past year.

I've learned:

-that Primary is AWESOME.

-that speaking in church isn't really that bad, or scary.

-people who talk crap about other people, probably haven't had any major trials in their life.

-trials show you what you are made of.

-you can choose to play the victim, or you can take charge of the situation you are in.

-I have the best friends ever.

-Life is hard.

-when I'm sad, I still want my Mommy.

-having a daughter makes me a nicer mom.

-diet coke is necessary.

-If you don't stand up for yourself, your friends will probably do it for you.

-the HCG diet works wonders

-karma exists... and its a b#$%@

-giving birth sucks, and you could die.

-reality tv is extremely theraputic.

-music is the best thing ever.

-sometimes people just get lost, but you can love them anyway.

-I'm lucky to share my testimony through singing songs for thousands of people to hear

-My kids are hilarious, and sometimes I want to hang with them all day.

-I love my husband.

-I wouldn't change my life for anything.

Christmas 2010

Once again... I didn't get Christmas cards sent out this year. I'd like to say that I'm super busy and didn't get a chance to do it, but really I'm just lazy.

This Christmas, we stayed at home in Beaver and my parents and Dave came to visit. It honestly, was the best Christmas ever! We are so blessed.... Really. And not just because the kids got EVERYTHING they wanted. But because we are a family. And family is everything. I have a lot to be thankful for. My kids are my world. I'm lucky to have them. They are such sweet, good kids. I know I probably say they are crazy and wild, but honestly... they are cake. Such great kids. Anyway... here are the highlights of our Christmas. Get ready for a butt load of pictures....

I got my new ottoman!... thanks Santa

The kiddos in their new jammies Christmas eve. (Roman refused to put his on that night)

Greatest picture ever

Christmas morning

Did I mention my new wall of pictures?... just need a couch under it.

So happy!

Just along for the ride

Santa left Gavin's motor bike on the front porch. I could see a little disappointment on his face when he woke up and didn't see it. But then he found the key in his stocking! ...
Moments like these are why I love being a mom.

The buck hunter game

Kyle, My Mom, Dave

Love Christmas relaxing!

Crusin

He makes me laugh

Uncle Dave testing out the new bike.

I eventually gave Gavin a turn on this rip rider thing. I hogged it the whole day. This thing rules!

Grandma and her baby doll.

Grandpa and his buddy Roman

Kyle bought the boys new Eagle Point sweatshirts. They live in them.

Mila

Mila girl is 9 months now! I can't believe how grown up she is getting. At her last check up, she was 18 pounds and is in the 10th percentile for height and weight. Yah, I know... people don't usually brag about their kids unless they are off the charts. But whatever... she's not starving. And she's also not any cause for concern. She stands on her own and took her first step today! INSANE. But we just love this little pixie and are so glad that she is in our family. The boys adore her! And so does her daddy. And, I'm sure you can tell by all the posts in the past few months that she is my favorite child. Yes, I just said that.

She has the funniest little personality

Getting started at a young age.

Eagle Point Ski Resort, plus some cute kids.

Most of you know that Kyle is working up at the new ski resort in Beaver. They got dumped on so hard with snow that the power was out for about 5 days. This is what it looked like up there....

Thats a car!

Me and Dave

The new tent

Love her face!

She loves clapping

Thanksgiving 2010

My parents and brother Dave came to visit us this year for Thanksgiving. I LOVE having my family come visit! We had SUCH a great Thanksgiving. Except for the part when my dog ate our turkey. We put the leftovers in the garage, and a series of silly mistakes ended up with ALL our leftover turkey eaten by the disgusting dog. Which reminds me... we have a black lab for sale if anyone wants him.

Gavin's Thanksgiving program at school

His speaking part

some funny little rain dance

starting to eat!

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the cuties

i LOVE this face

...and cheeks

Vote for my friend...

Okay, I usually don't do stuff like this, but you need to go to this link and vote for my friend PAULA RICHMOND. Its for this extreme hunt and she totally deserves it. You can only have 3 votes per IP address. Please do it. Its Christmas and it only takes a second. Thanks guys.

Dear Santa,

I have decided that I will post my list on here, with the exact links of where to buy them. I have been a good girl and my list is pricey, but I'm sure you will judge that for yourself.

1. I would really like this for Christmas. And its on sale this week with free shipping. So you might want to hurry up on this one!

2. If you are feeling really generous... I would like this for my living room. However, if you are deciding between that and the number 1 item... go with # 1.

3. And I LOVE these. Purple or Orange would make me extremely happy.

4. Not sure why, but I would like these.

Anyway, I'm sure you will be getting another wish list from me sometime before Christmas. But this is a start. Thanks Santa... I'm sure you'll make some good decisions. :)

Marathon, Turning 3, and a trip to Salt Lake

Kyle ran the St. George Marathon. His first one ever. He did awesome. Even on a hurt foot, he still managed to come in under 4 hours. Good job Kyle.





Roman turned 3! He is so cute. That is all.

4?

No, 3.

We made a trip to Salt Lake for our long weekend. I recorded a song for a Women's Album that comes out in April? Its quite good. I'm excited for you to hear it!

Gardner Village

Cornbelly's -- yah, this was the line to get in.

Possibly my favorite picture.

Walked around temple square.

Did Park City.

Saw Danielle!

Lezlie Lou and me at Tara's wedding

Sally, Nichelle, Danielle, and Moi

Kyle's new job. He did this billboard. It's in Cedar City off the I-15. So if you pass it, think of Kyle.

Sorry its been forever since I've posted anything. This is what we've been up to lately...