Random Stuff

I am just getting around to editing these photos. I still have a bunch to fix from the park when my grandparents were here.

I have been cleaning the house today and just relaxing since this last week was so busy. I found Luke's missing DC shoes that we thought were lost along with a new blanket that I bought Kylee. Note to self: when thinking something is lost, check the play room!

Luke's Haircut

I was at a infant shoot the other day when I got a message from my husband. It was a picture of Luke's new haircut. Rhett and I had talked a lot about cutting Luke's hair, but I never would have shaved his head! I was in shock. I am still not used to it. When I get him out of his crib in the morning, it totally trips me out! I miss his hair. We have actually been calling his "Tosh" because we think he looks like Daniel Tosh, the comedian.

If you havent seen Tosh.0 on Comedy Central, you might want to check it out. We love it! He's hilarious!

Moment of Embarrassment

I enjoy MOPS so much. Not only do I get a chance to meet new moms and get a couple hours of adult time, but I learn something every time I go. Today we had a nutritionist come and speak on healthy eating habits for families. I was quite embarrassed listening to her talk about healthy foods and why we shouldnt eat, well, basically the way I eat and I make my kids eat. No one really knew it, but I just felt horrible! I am so upset with myself for the way I have been feeding not only myself, but my kids and husband. I know better than to feed my family fast food and frozen chicken nuggets and whatnot. But put aside all the guilt and shame and embarrassment, I learned so much. I wanted to share some of what I learned with who ever is reading this (I have no clue who you are, so leave a comment and let me know).

-Trans Fat = not good. Its basically a "bad" fat.

- If you have a hard time saying "no" to cravings and bad foods, you may be low on protein. Protein helps you to say no to bad food cravings. QUALITY protein is key (just because a volture is a type of meat doesnt mean its good for us.) Know where your meat is coming from.

- There are healthier sugar substitutes out there that are not stripped of all nutrition and bleached and deodorized like regular sugar is. Here are some of the healthier alternatives: pure maple syrup, honey, brown rice sugar, sucanat, blackstrap molasses, and stevia.

-DONT BE A SLAVE TO ANY DIETARY PLAN. Everything in moderation people!!!

-when shopping, try to pick something thats been farmed close to where you live, NOT in another state or country.

-Eat REAL food. NOT processed or anything that you think may be processed.

- Be sure to get enough healhty fat. This will help you lose weight. Healhty fats are Omega 3's and Omega 6's.

-Just because its called a vegetable, doesnt mean its good for you. For example: CORN!

-Feed kids often and be sure to give them a choice of veggie with every meal. This principle works great for picky eaters. Sit down with your child and let them know why this food is healthy for them.

- Kids will eat ANYTHING in a fort!

Keep it simple and make it fun =)

Thank you Brenda Wollenberg for all your great information!

Kylee's Birthday

I have a lot of stuff to catch you all up on, but today we had Kylee's 5th Birthday party at Jump Around Fun Zone. It was costly, but very fun! We had a wonderful turnout, too. Planning parties are always hard because you never know if anyone will show up. Thank you to all of our wonderful friends who supported Kylee today. She had an awesome day and is very happy playing will all of her new Barbie's and toys.

A lot of the pictures are blurry, but because I didnt have a flash, so my shutter speed was a but slow. I am still trying to master my new camera for indoor shooting.

Update On Dovey

So last week Dovey was able to come home and recover there. She is now back at work today! We love you Dovey and so happy you are doing well! Our prayers have been answered!

Deep Thoughts And A Prayer

This might be long, but I thought of no better way to than to blog my feelings. Its okay if you dont read, this is really just for me.

Today at MOPS we had a pastor come and speak on death and loss. After hearing him speak, I realized how much difference there was between what he was saying and what I have been taught in the church. I have such a greater understanding and a deeper testimony on death after listening to him. There is a peace that I have knowing what happens when someone dies. Its hard to deal with a death, but isnt it wonderful knowing what we know in the Gospel? When the pastor was speaking, it was always "we dont know" and "no one knows." But I know. I know because I have a testimony. I know because I belong to the True Church.

After MOPS, I called my dad to share my feelings and he answered quietly. He said he was in the hospital with Dovey, my step mom. I knew my dad was in California and I thought something had happened to my grandma. I then called my brother and he told me DOVEY was in the hospital and grandma is fine. I need all of you to please say a prayer for my step mom. She is the most amazing woman and such a great example to everyone. She has so much love to give and has always been a huge supporter in my life. She is truly the most amazing woman I know. She's kind, thoughtful, loving and so very Christ-like. I wish all of you could know her. She is so easy to love. I so badly wish I could be there with her during this time. I would hate to lose her and never be able to say goodbye. These are the times I wish I lived closer. My family means so much to me, despite how dysfunctional we all are and all of our many flaws.

I found it odd that our conversation at MOPS was about death and loss. I had shared how lucky I am to never have lost anyone super close to me. I have gone through loss with friends and distant family, but no one like a child or parent or spouse. I wouldnt know what I would do if I lost someone so close. Dovey is such an amazing woman and she means so much to me.

I challenge you all to this one thing: Write a letter to the people that mean something to you.TODAY! Express to them what they have meant to you in your life and how much you love them. Apologize if there have been any fights or issues.

Thank you for your prayers.