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If there is one thing I am most grateful for.. it is that I am a mom

My babies are getting so big

They are my everything!!



Northwest Triathalon

No I didnt participate :) But how cool would it be to achieve that in life!!!  Jeremiah's Scout Troop were able to volunteer for the first annual triathalon here in Rose Park.  Miah was up early to get ready and arrive at the rec by 7am.  So happy that Foi was able to be an adult leader for this project and be there with him.  Boys were paired up and assigned a route to man.  Miah and Landon had the last leg of the running part.  There job was to point straight ahead and let the runners know to keep running straight.. Haha.  Easy job!  He though it was the coolest thing ever.  He was impressed by all the participants, old and young.  He enjoyed cheering and giving props to them all as they ran through their route.  It even made it more exciting for the boys as their scoutmaster was a participant in the race. After their duties were done, they were able to watch as their scoutmaster swam the last legs of the race.  They loved cheering him on and had a good time doing so.  They definitely were proud of Kory.  I am proud of these young men.  For taking the time to come out on a Saturday morning to help their community and do their duties as a scout.  They made up a big percentage of the volunteers that day.  I'm grateful that my boys have been blessed with good scout leaders.  Myles you definitely missed out.. Next time!!!

Diamond Lil's

When I think of Diamond Lils.  I think of too expensive and steaks.  So why are we having our football banquet there?  Oh well...  We attend Miah's team banquet there.  TD bucket paid for the boys.  Parents each paid $18 a piece.  Ouch :(  We didn't even get to eat any steaks.  Hahaha  All for the boys.  Miah enjoyed hanging out with his team one last time before they hang up the cleats for good.  He recieved a trophy and West t-shirts.  First year they didn't make it to the championship.  But still a fun learning year.  Go West Football!!!!



I Have A Testimony...

So today in sacrament meeting Daisy and Luse were both called up by their uncle 2nd counselor to the bishop Jr Solovi. He told everyone of their baptism yesterday and as a ward we sustained them both as new members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He also told them that they would be the first to share their testimonies. How nerve wrecking..hehe. I’m glad we took the time to talk about our testimonies and talk about what we share in our testimonies. Talked about what we believe and feel. It was her first time standing in front of the congregation to share her testimony. A testimony that is just blooming. I’m grateful that she has been taught by great primary leaders and teachers about the gospel. By us as her parents. And all those who have shared their testimonies with her.  And that she has grasped what a testimony is. She shared of her happiness of being baptized and being a member of the true church. She thanked her daddy for baptizing her. She thanked her families and friends for the support. Expressed her love for our living Father and Savoir Jesus Christ. About the scriptures being the words of God. That Thomas S Monson is true prophet of God. I was truly touched by her testimony. And for her sweet spirit she brings into our family. It really is a special feeling to see my children share their testimony and hope and pray they will always feel inspired to share it often.

I'm Praying!!

During church today we found out DaisyGirl would be interviewing right after church for her upcoming baptism.  We thought it'd be on Thursday.  So I just mentioned it to her.  She looked at me confused and out of it.  Right before sacrament, she mentioned she was sort of nervous.  She really wanted me to be there with her.  I talked to her and told her she'd be fine and to just listen carefully and say what she knows.  I told her that she could say a lil prayer to herself to have the spirit comfort her and help her feel confident.  She said ok.  I try and get her out there so she isn't sooo shy, guess I need to help her more.  During sacrament meeting I look over and she has her head bowed and eyes closed.  Looks like she's sleeping.  If theres one thing that annoys me, its sleeping husband and kids during sacrament..hehe.  Which I'm embarassed to say they do alot of.  Even when they get to bed early.  Anyhoo I elbow her to wake up.  She looks at me and says "Mom, I'm praying".  Oops, I said sorry and let her get back to her praying.  I watched her as she prayed and was overcome with the spirit.  What a perfect picture it is to see a lil child praying. 

Spring Break...

Its spring break this week.. We had planned in advance to go visit family in Northern Cali for spring break. It had been a year or so since we’ve been out there and figured it’ll be a nice break for the kids. My husband requested his vacation and couldn’t get the same week off. So instead, he has all of next week off when the kids are back in school. I couldn't get the whole week off.  So we decided to go ahead and send them out anyway. My kids flew out yesterday with my lil bro to Frisco. Glad we were able to get passes from my FIL to send them. They had been trying their hardest to be good for the past month, complete their homework, do all their chores and just be on their best behavior so that mommy & daddy wouldn’t punish them and have them stay home. LOL. My kids deserved a lil vacay. So I’m happy the day finally came. I asked my daughter how her flight was and she said ‘squishy’. LOL!! She sat with her unko and he didn’t give her much room to stretch out.. Especially since it was one of the smaller 60 passenger Express planes.. So they are now in California.. DaisyGirl with my sis in Newark. And Miah with my BIL in Tracy. I know they are just having a grand ol’ time. Especially Bigboi.. he just don’t know how to call home. Hahha. I already could tell when talking to Babygirl that she was feeling homesick. But she promised she’d be ok and so I think she is really trying.. She always tends to feel homesick when its sleep time.. I am trying to make the best of the time I have without them. Our daily routine revolved around them and their activities. Now, Hubby and I will just enjoy it and make the best of it.. Its gonna be a long week. Guess I can start by working out with Team Sexy…hahaha.

Piano Recital

We attended Babygirls first piano recital today. She has been taking lessons for several months now.  Today was her first parent recital.  We were sooo lucky to find a teacher so close to home as her teachers before were in Highland.  When that got to be too far, we tried West Valley.  And well I didn't like her teacher there..LOL.  Her teacher now is an older wiser lady in our stake.  A friend of mine referred us and I'm happy to report, I love her teacher and will hope to stick with her for as long as need be. 
They had 15 kids play.  All levels of talent varied.  I was amazed at all the talent.  I had to laugh when my daughter got up and started to play "Twinkle Twinkle Lil Star" as one of her pieces...hehehe.  But I know with time and practice she'll be up there playing amazingly well as everyone.  I'm sooo happy she is taking piano and really enjoying it.  I hope she will learn to play well and share her talent wherever she can. 

I was learning about the tree...

So this past Thursday we were at the church for weekly activities and games. When it was time to go home, my husband and I got in the car. My son came several seconds later got in the car. That left babygirl. We waited for a minute. I was starting to get impatient. Told my son to go out and grab her. We waited another minute. And another minute. I'm annoyed by this time and getting upset. I hate to wait around for people. LOL. Finally after what seemed like forever, babygirl gets into the car. Remember I'm already annoyed and heated by then. I turn around yelled 'Where the hell were you?' (yes I know, gotta work on being calm..haha) She answers 'Aloma was teaching us about the tree of life. Of good and evil'. My husband and I look at each other and laugh and he says 'good answer, cause you were gonna get slapped'. Hahahaha. It definitely was a good answer. I thought it was the funniest and cutest thing. I could not help but laugh and smile at her response and as she repeated all that Loma taught her that night. I felt foolish thinking of how upset and annoyed I was. And all along she was learning of the Fall of Adam and Eve from her not so much older cousin Aloma. Kids are sooo adorable. Especially so when they are helping and teaching each other. Thanks Loma for taking a time out from playing to help the lil ones learn something important.

School's Out...

If you ask my kids if they are excited school is out, they tell ya NO. They loved attending schoold each day. Well give a few times for my princess who loves her sleep..haha. So nice their excitement for school. I hope it continues for the rest of their school lives.

My big boi J*Rock has completed his elementary school days. Yesterday (6/8/09) was his promotion from North Star Elementary. It was a wonderful program and it was exciting to see the big smile on his and his classmates faces as they received their certificate of acheivement. This year was the first they decided to throw a dinner/dance for the 6th graders. He had a good time and said they had a dance competition between the boys and girls. And of course the boys won. Yeah right!! LOL. So now on to his next step in life..Jr High School. Here are just some of the things he will miss about elementary:

• His friends he's made..as he'll be attending school outside the district.


• Recess


• All of his favorite teachers


• Playing bball against the teachers


• His PE class

The Princess of the family just finished up her 1st grade year. She has been an excellent student and has learned alot this year. She enjoyed her teacher and friends she has made this year. She too will be attending a new school next year and will miss the friends she has made. Hopefully this school will be the one as she has had a new school every school year. Here are some of her favorites from this year:

• She loved spelling time


• Playing on the playground


• Art and coloring


• Birthdays are fun cause of treats


• Math

My kids have had a good school year. I thank all the teachers and staff that have helped in teaching my kids. Much appreciated. Now on to the summer fun.....YAY!!!!!

LOL J*Rock Moment

My big boy J*Rock was in desperate need of some new shoes. And with his bday coming up in a week, we decided to get him an early gift so we drove out to PC to check out the outlets. We looked and looked around. Finally he finds a pair that he loved. The price was really cheap too so that was a plus. Anyhoo, We got his size. I sat down on the bench and asked him to try it on. I watched my son as he walks away from me. Ok, I’m thinking where the heck is this kid going. I get up to follow him. Guess where he’s going? To the FITTING ROOM. Buhahaha. He’s going there to try on his shoes. What a fob!!! I had to tell him he could try them on right here. Out in the open... Hahaha. This isn’t is first pair of new shoes so I don’t know why he thought to go to the Fitting Room. Oh wait, maybe he had a hole-ly sock. Or maybe he had the stinky feet syndrome. LOL. But either way, that was too funny.

My kids are soo fobby. And I love it. It keeps me laughing and teaching them daily. Hahahaha.

Music Phone..

My kids know the routine right when they get home from school. Call mommy at work. Here’s a convo between me and my Princess today...

Princess: Mom, I learned a new song
Me: Cool, can you sing it to me
Princess: *Start singing the song over the phone*
This land is your land, This land is my land, From California to the New York Island, from the red wood forest to the gulf stream waters, this land…..
Me: (Thinking to myself, her voice keeps cutting in and out)
*meany me interrupts her song LOL* I say “HEY”
Princess: Yeah Mom
Me: Are you marching while your singing?
Princess: *Laughs* and say “Yeah” giggles…
Me: You’re a fob just like your daddy..*we both laugh*

I had to call up daddy to tell him cause I thought it was too funny. Of course, he says..”your daughter is a fob like you” LOL. Fob and all, that was too funny her marching and singing over the phone. She is sooo proud of her new song she is learning in school. I will make a special request to have her sing it for me when I’m home.