K.C.'s Grandmother from his father's side passed away. It was a good thing. She has been deteriorating for about 1 year. She also missed her husband who passed away awhile ago. I am sure he was so happy to see her. Sometimes I don't know how people keep living everyday without believing there is an existence past this mortal life. At the hospital, there is a big difference between families that have some religious beliefs versus those that do not. The ones that do not just cry in agony if a death occurs. I believe losing a child is horrible, and I hope to never have to bury my children, but it is a wonderful feeling knowing that one day I will see them again. I would not know what I would do if teh hospital was the last time I would ever see my child. I don't think I would let me child go. Anyway this makes me sad, so I am going to stop talking about it.
Kobi and I have been working so hard in school. I am so proud of him. He is growing up to be such a big boy. He is 7 now!
Xayla is as cute as can be. She is starting to tell me "poo poo" if she pooped! How exciting! Almost 19 months old. That is pretty good considering Kobi NEVER told me when he pooped. :)
I have been thinking a lot about life lately. It is amazing how much your life changes after you have children. I used to work a lot or I was in school all the time. I feel guilty to say, but in Kobi's younger years, I really didn't KNOW what it was like to be a parent. I hear people say "Why do these people have children if they are not going to take care of them?" It is crazy to think of that, but if you never knew what it was like to spend A LOT of time with your children, you really have NO idea what you are missing. Since I have cut back my hours DRASTICALLY, and I predominately work at night, I get to spend A LOT of time with my children. It is funny how NOTHING matters now. I used to be so motivated about a career and fortune, but I can really care less. All I want is to spend as much time as I can with my kids each day. I want to take them to the park, to the museum, do little crafts at the house, carve pumpkins, clean together, teach them everything that I can, etc. There is no greater reward than raising your own children. I absolutely LOVE it. I can't even explain it to everyone, and some will not understand what I mean. I just can't wait until my only job is raising our kids. My time will come soon. In the mean time, we will do the best that we can. We have truly been blessed with a lot.
OK. I think I am tired and going off on a tangent. We are going out of town for several days next week to attend K.C.'s Grandmother's funeral.
Saturday, September 30, 2006
Sunday, September 24, 2006
Weather and stuff
One more thing. The weather is finally getting colder! I woke up yesterday and my thermostat said 72 degrees. K.C. told me is said 69 degrees downstairs. Yes! I love dressing warm. It feels so cozy.
I am so excited for the holidays to be here! I need to pull my Halloween stuff out. I am already late! I want to go to the store after each holiday and buy stuff to decorate my house for next year. It will be so much cheaper to buy it after the holiday, but I will have to wait until K.C. is done with Dental school. We have to save money. I just try and not go to the store at all because it allows less room for temptation to spend money.
I am so excited for the holidays to be here! I need to pull my Halloween stuff out. I am already late! I want to go to the store after each holiday and buy stuff to decorate my house for next year. It will be so much cheaper to buy it after the holiday, but I will have to wait until K.C. is done with Dental school. We have to save money. I just try and not go to the store at all because it allows less room for temptation to spend money.
Update
There is nothing really going on this way. Kobi started his first day at Iverson. I am sooooo happy. It was the right decision. He is growing so big and so quickly!
Xayla is learning how to copy her big brother. It has been good and bad. He is teaching her bad things like how to say "No, no, no."
I am just at work, so I am tired. I hope there will be a day when I do not have to work. I can just hang out with the kids. That is plenty of work. That time will come.
Xayla is learning how to copy her big brother. It has been good and bad. He is teaching her bad things like how to say "No, no, no."
I am just at work, so I am tired. I hope there will be a day when I do not have to work. I can just hang out with the kids. That is plenty of work. That time will come.
Saturday, September 09, 2006
One Flaw In Women
(I received this from my Relief Society President. I liked it.)
Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love>and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take "no" for an answer when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their family and friends.
Women have vital things to say and everything to give.
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN,
IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love>and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take "no" for an answer when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their family and friends.
Women have vital things to say and everything to give.
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN,
IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
Thursday, September 07, 2006
Guys' Rules
I got this in an e-mail. I thought it was funny.
The Guys' Rules At last a guy has taken the time to write this all down Finally, the guys' side of the story. I must admit, it's pretty good.) We always hear "the rules" From the female side. Now here are the rules from the male side. These are our rules! Please note.. these are all numbered "1" ON PURPOSE!
1. Men are NOT mind readers. 1. Learn to work the toilet seat. You're a big girl. If it's up, put it down. We need it up, you need it down. You don't hear us complaining about you leaving it down.
1. Sunday sports. It's like the full moon or the changing of the tides. Let it be.
1. Shopping is NOT a sport. And no, we are never going to think of it that way.
1. Crying is blackmail. 1. Ask for what you want. Let us be clear on this one: Subtle hints do not work! Strong hints do not work! Obvious hints do not work! Just say it!
1. Yes and No are perfectly acceptable answers to almost every question. 1. Come to us with a problem only if you want help solving it. That's what we do. Sympathy is what your girlfriends are for.
1. A headache that lasts for 17 months is a Problem. See a doctor.
1. Anything we said 6 months ago is inadmissible in an argument. In fact, all comments become null and void after 7 Days.
1. If you won't dress like the Victoria's Secret girls, don't expect us to act like soap opera guys.
1. If you think you're fat, you probably are. Don't ask us.
1. If something we said can be interpreted two ways and one of the ways makes you sad or angry, we meant the other one.
1. You can either ask us to do something, or tell us how you want it done. Not both. If you already know best how to do it, just do it yourself.
1. Whenever possible, Please say whatever you have to say during commercials.
1. Christopher Columbus did NOT need directions and neither do we.
1. ALL men see in only 16 colors, like Windows default settings. Peach, for example, is a fruit, not A color. Pumpkin is also a fruit. We have no idea what mauve is.
1. If it itches, it will be scratched. We do that.
1. If we ask what is wrong and you say "nothing," We will act like nothing's wrong. We know you are lying, but it is just not worth the hassle.
1. If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
1. When we have to go somewhere, absolutely anything you wear is fine. Really.
1. Don't ask us what we're thinking about unless you are prepared to discuss such topics as SEX, CARS, the shotgun formation, or NASCAR.
1. You have enough clothes.
1. You have too many shoes.
1. I am in shape. Round IS a shape!
1. Thank you for reading this. Yes, I know, I have to sleep on the couch tonight; But did you know men really don't mind that? It's like camping.
The Guys' Rules At last a guy has taken the time to write this all down Finally, the guys' side of the story. I must admit, it's pretty good.) We always hear "the rules" From the female side. Now here are the rules from the male side. These are our rules! Please note.. these are all numbered "1" ON PURPOSE!
1. Men are NOT mind readers. 1. Learn to work the toilet seat. You're a big girl. If it's up, put it down. We need it up, you need it down. You don't hear us complaining about you leaving it down.
1. Sunday sports. It's like the full moon or the changing of the tides. Let it be.
1. Shopping is NOT a sport. And no, we are never going to think of it that way.
1. Crying is blackmail. 1. Ask for what you want. Let us be clear on this one: Subtle hints do not work! Strong hints do not work! Obvious hints do not work! Just say it!
1. Yes and No are perfectly acceptable answers to almost every question. 1. Come to us with a problem only if you want help solving it. That's what we do. Sympathy is what your girlfriends are for.
1. A headache that lasts for 17 months is a Problem. See a doctor.
1. Anything we said 6 months ago is inadmissible in an argument. In fact, all comments become null and void after 7 Days.
1. If you won't dress like the Victoria's Secret girls, don't expect us to act like soap opera guys.
1. If you think you're fat, you probably are. Don't ask us.
1. If something we said can be interpreted two ways and one of the ways makes you sad or angry, we meant the other one.
1. You can either ask us to do something, or tell us how you want it done. Not both. If you already know best how to do it, just do it yourself.
1. Whenever possible, Please say whatever you have to say during commercials.
1. Christopher Columbus did NOT need directions and neither do we.
1. ALL men see in only 16 colors, like Windows default settings. Peach, for example, is a fruit, not A color. Pumpkin is also a fruit. We have no idea what mauve is.
1. If it itches, it will be scratched. We do that.
1. If we ask what is wrong and you say "nothing," We will act like nothing's wrong. We know you are lying, but it is just not worth the hassle.
1. If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
1. When we have to go somewhere, absolutely anything you wear is fine. Really.
1. Don't ask us what we're thinking about unless you are prepared to discuss such topics as SEX, CARS, the shotgun formation, or NASCAR.
1. You have enough clothes.
1. You have too many shoes.
1. I am in shape. Round IS a shape!
1. Thank you for reading this. Yes, I know, I have to sleep on the couch tonight; But did you know men really don't mind that? It's like camping.
PEACEFUL ME TIME
K.C. took Kobi over to his parent's house to get a hair cut. Xayla is sleeping. I was called off of work tonight. What does this mean? Me time. Ladies, I am going to say it...we all need ME TIME. I know we love our little one and our big one (husband), but we need me time. What is ME TIME? It is a time when...
1. I do not have to cook for hungry people.
2. I do not have to listen to screaming from a little girl
3. I do not have to play star wars video games
4. I do not have to know everything about every sport that exists and be quizzed on it
5. I do not have to pick up after anyone
6. I do not have to answer the phone or the door
7. I can sit in my pajamas and eat my favorite Rocky Road ice-cream
8. I do not have to have the TV on, I can just site an listen to the crickets outside.
9. I can catch up on reading (scriptures, books, magazines, etc)
10. I can scrapbook if I want
11. I get a whole seat to myself (usually I have the kids all over me)
12. I can use the bathroom in peace
13. I can take a LONG shower in peace
etc....
1. I do not have to cook for hungry people.
2. I do not have to listen to screaming from a little girl
3. I do not have to play star wars video games
4. I do not have to know everything about every sport that exists and be quizzed on it
5. I do not have to pick up after anyone
6. I do not have to answer the phone or the door
7. I can sit in my pajamas and eat my favorite Rocky Road ice-cream
8. I do not have to have the TV on, I can just site an listen to the crickets outside.
9. I can catch up on reading (scriptures, books, magazines, etc)
10. I can scrapbook if I want
11. I get a whole seat to myself (usually I have the kids all over me)
12. I can use the bathroom in peace
13. I can take a LONG shower in peace
etc....
Does this mean I would rather be alone? No of course not. I love my family that gives me excitement everyday, but I and everybody needs ME TIME. It gives me a moment to breathe
again and to reflect on a lot of things. It allows me the opportunity to prepare for another day. I am so blessed with my family but right now.... I am going to take some me time and relax. Make sure You take some ME TIME!
:)
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Friday, September 01, 2006
Update
Just a quick update on life:
K.C. has a break this week. Yes!
Kobi: Was at Jo Mackey. It was not all I thought it was cut out to be. We will just say he went to school for 1 day, then he was back at Iverson. Iverson is year round now, so he is on track one and will not start until Sept. 18th.
Xayla: She can now say shoe, baby, and eye. It is so cute.
Me: I haven't blogged in a long time because I felt like I was not getting enough done in one day so I started projects at the house. I repainted Kobi's desk blue and put sport balls on it. His room is decorated with a sport theme. I will have to post pictures later. I repainted Xayla's dresser white from brown and put fairies and knobs on it. I am proud of myself. It was a lot of work. Now I am going to paint my bedroom. Then, I am done with projects for a while. My sister tells me my bloggs are boring (I love my honest sister.), but I think boring is sometimes great because that means not a lot of drama in my life :). Well, I will post more later. Hopefully, some exciting things :).
K.C. has a break this week. Yes!
Kobi: Was at Jo Mackey. It was not all I thought it was cut out to be. We will just say he went to school for 1 day, then he was back at Iverson. Iverson is year round now, so he is on track one and will not start until Sept. 18th.
Xayla: She can now say shoe, baby, and eye. It is so cute.
Me: I haven't blogged in a long time because I felt like I was not getting enough done in one day so I started projects at the house. I repainted Kobi's desk blue and put sport balls on it. His room is decorated with a sport theme. I will have to post pictures later. I repainted Xayla's dresser white from brown and put fairies and knobs on it. I am proud of myself. It was a lot of work. Now I am going to paint my bedroom. Then, I am done with projects for a while. My sister tells me my bloggs are boring (I love my honest sister.), but I think boring is sometimes great because that means not a lot of drama in my life :). Well, I will post more later. Hopefully, some exciting things :).
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