Soul Surfer

This morning we are watching Soul Surfer, Tenley's favorite show. She always asks, "Mom, can we watch that show where the girl gets bit by the shark?" Tav loves it, too. And it's also the reason he never wants to be a surfer ;)

It's time for that baby!

Ironically the last time I posted was announcing baby 4. Now we are at 10 days till the due date and are just waiting for his arrival! It has been quite uncomfortable for me the last month. I have wanted him to come sooner than later. But now that it's down to the wire, Jer and I aren't sure we are ready! I'm excited to find out when and how #4 is going to enter the world! 

Tav snuggles right over that belly! Looks like he's giving 4 a big hug!

Were having a baby!

Yesterday we told our kids and announced to our families that we are expecting another baby! I am only 10 weeks along but I've had quite a few people ask me if I am, so I guess it's time to just let everyone know!

We sat the kids down and had them close their eyes for a surprise. Then I but a gift bow on my belly and had them open their eyes. Trajen had excitement in his eyes and figures out what it meant. He was surprised! But then he decided he didn't want a baby because they make messes and he's tired of cleaning up messes! Then Tavin chimes in, "and their so slobbery!" Tenley just sat there in a bit of a stuppor, but then added "I'm your baby!" Haha so that didn't go as well as I'd hoped!

I sent this picture out to my family-

Everyone is excited for us!

We were hoping to get pregnant a little sooner than we did, but will squeeze the birth in right before summer due April 24. I wanted my kids closer in age than not. There will be an 8 year span between them. And a 3 1/2 year between tenley and this baby. I am feeling ok but not great. Tired a lot. Luckily Jerron is around and I can get a nap when I need one. Hungry. Some cramping and upset stomach. And feel like my size is increasing rapidly!

We are excited to meet our new little one! 

Sick Little Sis

Tenny threw up before bed last night. Then more liquids this morning. And again one more time. She just wants me to hold her and that is what I have been doing all day. Grateful Jerron is home today to help with Tavin so I can spend all my time snuggling her. Her skin is so clear and soft. Her curly hair is to die for. She is just perfect. She doesn't want anything to eat but will ask for toast and apple juice. She knows just what she wants and it makes me smile. I hope you get feeling better soon miss Tenley!

I Wub You, Mom

It is 2:18 AM. I am up and grateful. 

I invited the boys to sleep over in my bed since Jer is in Provo. They happily obliged. An hour or two later I wake to find Trajen shaking in the bed and worry he is having a seizure. I watch him and talk to him. I don't think it was a seizure because after a few minutes he throws up in my bed. Shakes were from the sickness I think. So he throws up in my bed. Then in the laundry basket I offer him. Then I make a mess pouring the throw up in the toilet. So I resolve to throw the basket, toilet rug and sheets out to the yard to deal with tomorrow. I put tav in his bed and traj on the couch and me back to bed. Next thing I know tenley is crying and yelling for mom. I go and rock her and she seems fine. Back to bed. She screams for me 10 minutes later. It seems her nose is bothering her so I prop her up and she says she feels better. Asks for juice. I feel her sippy and tell her I love you Tenny. She replies I wub you too mom. 

And although these events are not desirable, I'm so thankful for these kids to love and care for and I'm happy they love me too. 

This Never Happens

This never happens. That Tenley will fall asleep like this. In my arms. We are at Granny's and she was having a hard time falling asleep for her nap

so I held her and ticked her back until finally she drifted off. 

I love her perfectly smooth little face. I love the tiny little bow holding her curls from her eyes. I love her snuggled in her favorite blankie Pink. I love that she fell asleep in my arms today. I'm so lucky. 

February's Summer Days

Wow, it has been one warm February! Today was the warmest yet. To be sure we enjoyed the sun, Ashley and I took the kids and Daisy for a long walk on the paved trail near my house. The kids helped make muffins and ate them outside (where Daisy stole Tavin's and we had a big showdown getting it back.  I did some spray painting and sitting in the sun. Trajen went exploring on a hill in the neighborhood with his friends. They had been making plans on the bus. He came home and said he needed to pack a snack and meet at Jaxon B's house. Boy did they have a good time. And boy are they getting independent. After that we went to Chilis for dinner since it was kids eat free night, and I didn't want to cook (like usual:). Then, as if that wasn't enough fun for one day, Dad and the boys went to the Lego Movie. Meanwhile, Tenny and I did a few fun things: a dance party in the shower, sang songs, and did puzzles. To top the day off, I got 95% of the laundry done. I'd say it was a great February day!