Just Not Enough Time

I really hoped I would be better at this blogging thing but there just doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day. The summer is over in the sense that school has started. The summer heat still has a few more months here in Arizona. Christopher is in the 11th grade and Grace started her second year of Preschool. They both seem to be getting back into the swing of things. Christopher is a typical teenager doesn't say much. Grace is really liking school and is finally getting on the potty training bandwagon. Thought about starting to train Josh but I think one child at a time is all I can muster right now. Though I'm hoping he'll be a little less stressful than Grace. We can only hope right. Labor Day is around the corner and looking forward to going to California and escaping the heat. I am in much need of some beach therapy. Hopefully will get to see Ebmeyer's and Barrow's. The kids are going stir crazy and feel so bad for them they just don't understand the heat and why they can't go outside. Looking forward to the ocean and late night walks along the beach. Brian is finishing up another season of hockey and has decided to take the winter season off and play some soccer. Looking forward to the cooler weather and getting outside. I need to be better about taking the kids to the park and getting them outside even when it's cold outside. Believe it or not it does get cold here. Brian is also starting his last 8 classes with NAU online. Better late than never. I know he's looking forward to finally being done with school. I'm hoping going forward I can be better at telling our family story.

Excited and Not So Excited for Summer

Summer has arrived! Christopher finished his 10 grade year and headed off to Colorado for the summer. It's the first time he's spent more than a week so were hoping he has a great time seeing his family and enjoying those great Colorado summer's. The kid's and I are headed to California this week. First stop is Grandma and Papa's for some fun at the beach. Plus Zalit's are here from SLC so will get some great cousin time especially with three new babies. Then were spending a week up North with Grammie and Papa enjoying those cool summer nights. Love that they can play outside in the evening and that is actually cools down. After a week will meet up with Brian and head back down to his parents for more fun at the beach. Can you tell I'm craving the beach. So VERY excited!!

My new adventure

I started selling Origami Owl Jewelry in February. It's been a crazy and exciting time. Trying to get a new business going is a lot of work and taking longer than I hoped but in time I hope it pays off for our family and my sanity. It's nice to get out of the house and be with other adults. And of course it's nice to play dress up.

Grace's 4th Birthday

Grace was very excited for her birthday this year and wanted everyone to be there. She still got shy when we started to sign to her it was really cute. We had tacos and cupcakes, because they go well together. Kimball's, Greer's and Miles were able to join us at the Carpenter's, it was a lot of fun, She has gotten so big with going to preschool she's like a little person. She loves her brother and playing with just about anything, loves to sign and put on shows.

Josh's 2nd Birthday

For Josh's birthday it was low key this year dinner and treats. Lucky he's still young and doesn't expect much. He did enjoy his Mr. Potato Head's and Grace had fun blowing out his candles. I can't believe he's two already he's gotten so big. He loves his sister especially wrestling with her, loves hugs and to cuddle. That I'm going to enjoy because I know someday he will not want to cuddle with his mom.

Josh and I take a trip

January Josh and I flew out to California to visit my parents and sisters. We had fun and it was a nice break. Josh and Lizzie played in the fire trucks. Josh and Kennedy played and had fun together. The weather was cool and it was nice to visit with old friends. Can't wait to go back this summer.

This Year's Goal's

So it's that time of year again to set goals. I don't think I did very well last year. I know I never ran that 5K, which to be honest I'm just not a good runner. Not sure if I should move on. I do want to learn a new talent something I can teach Grace, so I decided I want to learn to crochet. Will see how that goes. As always fitness is always a goal. The last couple months have been hard to get motivated. I can't wait for Spring when the sun is out earlier. To do better at teaching Josh and Grace the gospel principles they need to be to be successful. Grace is a Sunbeam this year and she has loved preschool. Grace is still not potty trained and until that happens I'm not even going to attempt with Josh. There are probably a hundred things to work on, to actually do, to attempt. Hopefully this is a great year!

Christmas 2012

For Christmas this year we traveled to California to Brian's parents. It's actually the first Christmas we have ever traveled. We had a great Christmas until the kids and Brian got the flu. We tried to make the best of it, I did get to visit with the Barrow's for a few hours but wasn't able to see the Ebmeyer's. Grace had a great time picking flowers everyday with Grandma and taking walks. Poor Josh was the most under the weather so he snuggled in bed with Daddy. Can't wait till Spring Break, praying everyone is healthy and we get to spend sometime at the beach. Brian and I did make it to Laguna one evening and walked around. It was nice to get out and feel the cool ocean air. I could listen to ocean waves all day.