Ok, I'm Making Up for Lost Time - One More Post

So, I think we've come up with the perfect name.... Molly Elizabeth (in honor of G'ma Betty Jean and let's not forgot Ms. Kari) If we end up having a boy, I think it will be Tristan Richard. Todd's not too invested in the boy's name right now, because he is convinced it's a girl. I guess we'll see.... I hope it's a girl, just because I have a lot of "girlie" stuff. I will be in trouble if it's a boy, but it would be fun to see the differences of the sexes.

Skyler's Halloween Pics - Our Little Genie

Happy Halloween! Skyler loved her Genie costume that G'ma Diane graciously made/sewn. It is amazing to have a mom that is willing to make such fantastic costumes for her grand-babies. Thanks mom!!! I asked Skyler to grant me a wish. She told me she couldn't, because she didn't have a wand. Silly girl! She had more fun handing out candy than trick or treating. She loved both, but she likes giving more. I hope she continues that path.

Todd Turns the Big 4-0 on Halloween

Well, Todd had his big 40th B-day. It was a relativly boring day. We went shopping for some supplies, so he could make his Chicken and Green Chili Stew for our ward Halloween trunk or treat party. Later, he opened presents, carved a pumpkin, and went trick or treating. No big party for him. Boring...

Now, he can pass for being a "grandpa" to our little one. LOL!! Pretty crazy to think we are having a baby at "his" age. Oh well, I could be a young granny.

Only 59 More Days til Baby Comes

Ok, so I have tried posting before today about this very subject. However, the Blog was having problems, so it never got posted. I am so excited, because the baby is scheduled for the c-section on Dec 18 at noon. YEAH!! I can hardly wait to meet this new little one. Unfortunately, we have not been able to ever get an official confirmation of the sex. The guess is a girl. We are thinking of the name Molly. It's not set in stone. This baby is hard to name. Skyler was so much easier since it came to me in a dream. Hopefully, names will fall into place as the baby gets here. At least it better, I don't want a Jane. I am thinking of the middle name of Noelle, but Todd isn't too set on that. But he doesn't think about names very much or get into it. Any suggestions?? I am open...

A Pic of Todd in San Diego

This is a cute/goofy pic of my hubby on his recent trip to San Diego. He is such the cutie!

What the heck is this tagging stuff??!!

What was I doing 10 years ago?
I was 24 years old, so I was probably doing the same thing I do now... eat and gain weight.

What are 5 things on my to do list (too late for today so for tomorrow)
Fold Laundry
Glucose screening at the Dr.'s office
Physical Therapy
Get an ink cartridge
Figure out and cook dinner

What are my favorite snacks?
Chips-N-Salsa from Chilli's especially
M & M Peanuts
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake from Olive Garden
Tomatoe Garlic
Nacho Cheese Dorritos

What would I do if I was a millionaire
Hire a house cleaner
Buy a bigger house
Hire a personal chef
Buy a Lexus for me
Put the rest in savings

Places I have lived
Willard, UT
Brigham City, UT
Ellensburg, WA
Boise, ID
Ditto

Jobs I have had
Office Manager at Accounting Office
Office Manager for Construction Co.
Office Manager for Electric Contractor
Insurance Assistant at Flying J
Sales Associate at Lamonts and Rite Aid

People I tag - I don't know any body???
Sarah
Kari
Wendy
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Woo-Hoo - A NEW Post plus Pictures

Here are some pics I took of Skyler on her First day of school in September. I'm just a little slow. I also have one from the 4th of July. Today, I took the pic with her showing my beautiful flowers that Ed and Karen Kurowski (awesome in-laws)sent me. Maybe I'll fill in more sooner. Until then... Have a great day!

Labor Day Weekend

Hey it's me the person who doesn't like to get on the computer to write/email stuff. It's been a little while, so I guess I'll add a little something. We just got back from Utah. Todd got to do a little bonding with my dad at the Mountain Man Rendezvous. He camped up there, and Skyler and I went there for a day. We spent most of our time with G'ma Duffy. Our big excursions were eating out at El Matador and going shopping at my 2 favorite stores - RiteAid and Walgreens. Skyler and Sadie got to have a sleepover at Sadie's house. Aunt Stephanie was the luckiest one.

Skyler got her ears pierced while we were there. She has been wanting it done for quite some time. She didn't flinch or cry. Infact, she received a "certificate of bravery". She keeps saying "I'm so glad I got my ears pierced" and "mom, aren't you glad I got my ears pierced?" She loves them!!

It looks like we are going to be having another girl, but we aren't "for sure". I had another ultra sound, and the baby decided to keep the legs together again. I am hoping it is another girl just because Stephanie makes the cutest girl bracelets and headbands. Thank goodness Skyler was/is such a girly girl. She has been a lot of fun to have and shop for, etc.

Stubborn Baby

Today was the ultrasound. The baby wouldn't work with us, so we don't know what we are having. The baby held tight with it's legs as well as had the cord between them too. Hopefully, we'll get another ultrasound done to find out. Possibly in 4 - 6 weeks. What a bummer!! I was hoping we'd find out, so I could shop for some good deals.

Todd is adjusting to family life. He is working on "projects". What a great husband!! I finally have a sprinkler system that works. Yeah!! Now, I wish that I could clone him and get all the other stuff fixed/repaired, etc. Also, does anyone know how to find a "never ending" source of money?? Unfortunatly, it takes money to do most of this stuff. Someday....

Bike Ride and Farmer's Market

Today we went for a bike ride to downtown for the farmer's market. It is a lot of fun to go there. We bought things spontaneously though. I get "suckered" in on stuff. Todd goes for fresh bread. Skyler played in the water fountains and got in on some art projects. I was grateful to go riding on our bikes. We didn't take our tandum bike today. Todd pulled the trailer behind his bike, so that lightened my load. I think we rode 15 or 20 miles in all. It feels great to get out and enjoy the summer especially with Todd. Skyler and I would go biking ourselves, but it's more fun with daddy.

Todd's Home!!

Well, Todd finally arrived yesterday. He was a day later than they first said he'd be getting back....gotta love the military! He is happy to be home and came back bearing gifts. Who is this guy?! He brought back a star garnett necklace, earings and ring. He also got me a Northface windbreaker and a beautiful blanket. I'm impressed! I think he is glad to be back. Skyler definatly doesn't want to let him out of her sight. He wanted a nap which was interupted several times. WE are both excited to have him home. I don't know about him being glad to be home (honey-do's). He is in-processing today, then we need to figure out what we'll be doing this lovely weekend. Only 3 more days to go, and we find out what we are having in December.....

Todd's coming home

Well, it's been a long time since my last post. I had my big "5" year anniversary on July 23. Todd sent me a dozen red roses along with some callalillies. It was a gorgeous arrangement, plus he actually gave me a gift. I hope to encourage that :) I like being a "princess" and getting a gift. Todd comes home late Wednesday (as far as we know). Skyler and I can hardly wait. I have deep cleaned the house and feel it all over in my body. It took 2 full days.

I am loving the pregnancy. The baby moves a lot and I relish in all of it. I know this will be my last one, so I am enjoying as well as taking in everything. Skyler is going through all her toys and naming which ones are for the baby. She has wrapped a present and made a card for the baby already.

Well, lets see how long it takes me to make the next entry...

Crowning for Me - Not Exacly the Kind I Like

Today is another lovely day in Boise. Ok, semi-lovely, I received my first crown on a tooth. It's been a bugger. I do hope I don't have to ever go through the process again. When they got it back the first time, it broke when they were putting it on, so I had to do the whole process again including impressions. Plus the numbing agent didn't keep me numb the whole time. AHHHH!! I know what it's like now to not like a dentist. I never had a cavity until I was 21, so I loved the dentist. I have been working hard at sorting clothes for Ms. Skyler. I also have a closet full of clothes all New w/tags that she never wore, since she had so many. If we have a girl baby, we'll be set. As for a boy, we'll have to start from scratch. I'll find out in about a month and a half....

Our First Christmas with Skyler 2004

Wow! I went for some archival stuff. I figured we'd find the first family pic of Skyler's Christmas. It wasn't taken on Christmas day, but close enough. Hey check out Todd - he actually had some brown hair. Skyler wasn't too happy there. Notice her nose is orange - it was from all the "orange" baby food she ate. It literally turned her nose orange from the inside out.

Pic From Last 4th of July (2007)

Here's a pic of Skyler and me from last year. I haven't taken any recent, so I'm just throwing whatever on that I want.

Todd's in Afganistan

I'm bad at this blogging stuff. I guess I should give some sort of update. Todd left for Afganistan, however we are being taken care of by lots of friends. Skyler and I have been busy enjoying our summer while we can. We tend to go to the park. She misses her dad an awful lot, but he will be home in about 7 weeks (less now). She is able to send emails to him (she likes hitting the keys on the keyboard). She will make sure she types her name at the end of the email. She and I are working on sorting her clothes and getting rid of things. Next week will be busy. I begin babysitting/nanny on Monday, then we'll be heading to Utah soon. It should be fun for us and a little hectic for mom and dad. Maybe I'll take some pics soon and post them. Adios!!

Thanks Mom!!

If you are noticing the pictures, they have been put on by my mom. Woo-hoo! Thanks so much mom!!!! At least we have something on there now. I don't know when the next set of pics or posts will be next. Until then.... Have a fantastic day!!

Our family

Todd & Skyler

First "Official" Post

Ok, so this is my first post. I guess I need to get in the game and create a blog. Our lives are so "ordinary", so this might be a challenge. Our big news is we will be having a baby in Decemeber. Todd leaves for Afganistan June 13 (approx). Skyler is a fantastic 4 year old. That's about it for now.... Hey! At least I have a post now.