Kya's First Talk

Kya gave her first talk today in Primary! She did such a good job. She looked so scared sitting at the front waiting for her turn. When I asked her if she was scared, she said "not even a little bit, I liked my talk." We are so proud of our sweet little Kya.

Girls Night

Last night I went out for dinner with the girls. The girls felt very grown up and it was definately nice to eat at a restaraunt without a toddler. Jordan said next time we need to go to the mall for girls' night--she is definately her mother's daughter :). The boys stayed home (for boys' night I guess--they watched football and ate bagel bites).

Any guesses where we went?? Kids eat free, so our total bill including dessert was $13. It reminded me of The Olive Garden with Lisa when we just paid for our dipping sauce ($3.95).

Twins

The girls wanted to be "twins" on Sunday--I was TOTALLY on board, since usually the are fighting. Aren't they CUTE?!

It did take some work to get there...Kya's not sure it was worth it and by the time I picked her up from primary her braids were out.

Afer church, Jordan's tooth came out :0)

Baby Names

I always thought Kya's name was pretty unique...until I got the list of kids in her kindergarten class. Here are a few of my favorites:

S'kai
Kekoa
Armani
Audranique
Azeneth

I haven't seen a list of kids in Jordan's class yet...

Alert the Media

I am trying to blog and for some reason my pics from my camera WILL NOT go onto my computer. I am not sure if it's my camera or usb cord but I am not happy. So instead of seeing pictures of Kya and Jordan's matching french braids or Jordan's tooth that just fell out yesterday, you are going to see what new book I am reading...so far, so good :)

And the password is...

Now that the kids are back to school and away from me most of the day, I have been teaching them more about safety. We chose passwords for the girls (to give to anyone who might need to pick them up from school ect.), we've discussed what to do if someone tries to steal you from Mom, and I think I have sufficiently convinced them to be scared of strangeres (although I haven't got to the "cutting you up in little pieces" talk yet, Erin).
So as I am more aware of these issues, I am even more confused when I watch parents and children around me. I see Kindergarteners walking home from school alone, parents leaving their tiny babies with total strangers, young kids roming the neighborhood for hours on end, and others coming to play with my kids whose parents have no clue where they are or who they are with (I made them call home even when they told me it was okay). Just strange. Maybe I am more protective than most, but come on kids need to be taken care of right?! I would never forgive myself if something happened to my child because I was a neglectful parent.

(This is Tyson trying to escape Wendy's--he has NO idea about safety)

2007

So I was looking through pictures for a new "wall display" idea I have and I came across some pics I had forgotten about. I thought I would share a few. These are all from 2007.

Everything about this picture is "Kya." I can't even explain how well this captures her personality!Here's Jordan being "Jordan." This is crazy hair and sock day at school--she was not wanting her picture taken.

This WAS so Tyson--obsessed with the pacifier!

If anyone hasn't seen Kya do her make-up, it is one of the funniest things EVER.

Tyson, Tyson, Tyson!! He went through a stage where he was alway showing his "crack"--I had to take a picture.
Here's Tyson with his mud goatee and mustache.
Jordan--little miss attitude.
And this is classic Tys. Wild and crazy!

Remember When??

This is what happens when you have a VERY cranky 2-year-old who keeps you up half the night. You start remembering:

I Remember when...

...I could get a good night sleep--every night.

...I didn't have to stress about what to cook for dinner (and lunch and breakfast).

...grocery shopping was actually fun.

...I would get praised when I did a good job on something.

...I didn' t have to worry about trying to lose weight.

...I didn't have to stress about owning our own company.

...I didn't have to deal with rude customer service people.

...the house would be clean and I didn't have to spend all day cleaning it.

...I didn't have kids yelling at me all day.

...I could go out without feeling guilty.

...I didn't have to worry about paying the bills on time.

...I could eat whatever I wanted and not gain weight.

...I didn't worry constantly.

...I could see my sisters and parents every day.

...I felt good at what I did.

...I didn't have to deal with clogged drains and broken toilets.

Don't get me wrong; I love my kids, husband and my life right now BUT sometimes I need to escape by thinking back to simpler times.

Me (1998 I think)

Done

It took me longer than most (because I was bored in parts--which left me not wanting to read for days), but I am finally finished Breaking Dawn. I have mixed feelings about this final book. I was happy with the way it was all tied up at the end. I don't think I could have imagined it turning out this well for all my favorite characters. I did think the ending was slightly anticlimactic. I was expecting a big battle. But all in all, I loved reading the entire series. It was an amazing world of vampires and warewolves (shape-shifters)! I can't believe that someone can actually come up with a story like this. Stephanie Meyer is amazing! So, now I need something else to read. It's always hard to finish a book--happy to find out what happened, but sad that it's over.

Jessica Simpson

Highlights From The Concert--Some good, some bad:

-we had to park at least a 15 min. walk from the gate

-we had REALLY good seats (about 4-5 rows from the front)

-Jessica Simpson didn't take the stage until 9:30 (the show "started" at 7:30)

-the girls next to us hooked up with the "opening act" band members (hilarious)

-I was the only one there withOUT a camera...grrr

-I FINALLY talked Mike into letting me buy a shirt :)

-Jessica Simpson forgot the words--gotta love her

Overall, it was a good time! It's always neat to see a celebrity so CLOSE!! I am not sure she can claim her new album as country though.

The Fair

Yes, (even though it's a rip off) we went to the Monterey County Fair again this year! We had loads of fun. Although we did go cheap this year: no overpriced food, no $10 face painting, no $7 pony ride, no souvenirs...you get the point.

On the foot "massagers"--I remember going on these at the PNE when we were kids, so I had to let the kids have a turn (only 25 cents each). Tyson wasn't quite tall enough to go on without an adult, so he missed out :(
After we left, Tyson kept saying "Tyson drive motorcycle"--he was so proud of himself!
Jordan's favorite--Kya's least favorite.
Now this was Kya's favorite.
Tyson liked it too--and mom managed to get on without handing over 3 tickets:)

The pigs were really active and talkative (we also saw cows, sheep, chickens, and bunnies).

Tractors and motorcycles--Tyson was IN HEAVEN!

Who doesn't like to talk about themselves?!

I know some people hate these, but I LOVE them. So here we go--it's a TAG!

•I'm happiest when...I am with the people I love (and doing something fun).

•Someday I'm going to...live in a beautiful house that I LOVE.

•When I'm really down, what I want to do is...watch TV.

•A person really should...blog.

•I feel anxious when...I have to get on an airplane or if I am in charge of a big event.

•It would really be wonderful if...I could eat whatever I want and have a smokin' hot body.

•I like people who...are "real" and easy to be around--funny and intersting too!

•I'm afraid that...I am not as good as I could be.

•All it takes to make me happy is...good conversation.

•I just hate it that...my house is NEVER clean.

•What I really want to do is...lay on the beach all day.

•I wish that...I was more organized and motivated.

•I don't like people who...leave me out of things or talk about me behind my back.

•I'm really hoping to...lose the weight I gained while on vacation.

•I have everything I need, however....I DON'T have everything I need! JK, but I would like a bedroom set, new kitchen table, new cell phone, a bigger house, a vacation home, new couches, a maid, a chef, a home decorator, warmer weather, a suntan...I could go on forever!

•If I could do whatever I wanted, I would...didn't I already answer this?! Lay out on the warm beach with all my favorite people ;)


I tag whomever reads this and wants to do it too!

Good Morning--Want a hamburger??

Okay, whenever my neighbor BBQs, the smoke and scent travel quickly into our house. This morning I got out of the shower at around 8am and smelled that familiar BBQ smell. I peaked out my back window and sure enough, my neighbor was out there flipping meat on the barbeque. Who eats BBQ at 8 AM?? To each his own I guess.

Pregers

When I was pregnant with Tyson I made the decision I was DONE having babies. I even went so far as to make Mike PROMISE never to let me get pregnant again. Then after Tyson was born and he was such a crabby baby, I re-decided--no more babies. Then when Tyson was an out of control 1-year old, I re-decided again--no more babies. Then again, when Tyson was a demanding 2-year-old--NO MORE BABIES. Well now Tyson is a less difficult, less crabby, less out of control, almost 3 year old and...I am starting to rethink my decision. I was looking through some pregers pictures of me, hoping to change my mind.

This is me pregnant with Jordan. For some reason I have barely any pics of me pregnant with Jordan. It was a pretty good pregnancy--throwing up the first 4 months and then just slightly uncomfortable for the rest.

Here I am pregnant with Kya--this pic was taken on her actual due date (June 28). Pregnancy with Kya wasn't too bad. The first three months I barely could even tell I was pregnant--and I didn't gain 1 lb. By the end, I had an incredibly sore hip, back and hand--wierd I know.

Here is me near the end of my pregnancy with Tyson. I was MISERABLE. I couldn't fit into any shoes besides flip flops. I think that was the only skirt that fit me too. My face, hands, and feet were so swollen. I gained a TON of weight and I just hurt everywhere. I guess that is why I didn't want to have another...

The Purse--Update

So, yesterday morning I convinced Mike that I NEEDED the purse (which really wasn't that difficult) . I headed out to the mall, straight to Claire's and guess what...I talked myself out of buying it.

The Purse

What: The Purse
First Seen: Claire's (Northridge Mall, Salinas CA)
Description: Dark Pink, Large, Cuter than Cute
Price: $22
Last Seen: In my thoughts--all stinkin' week

So, Mike bought me a purse for Christmas which wasn't quite my style (he thought it was the one I had described to him--which is why he bought it). Since I returned it (I know, I'm rude), I had been searching for the perfect purse, but didn't quite find it. I finally bought one I liked from Target and I was pretty happy with it---until I fell in love with the one at Claire's. It was just sitting there, right in the doorway, all by itself, like it was waiting for me. Now I have thought about going back many times to get it. Last night I mentioned it to Mike (mistake) and he said "we have no money" (which is really his answer whether we have money or not). So now I would feel extra bad going back to get it. Hmmm....what to do, what to do???

Take Your Pick

Can you tell what Tyson's pick was???

I said to myself when school started for the girls, Tyson would start potty-training. Well I think Tyson had other ideas...like staying in diapers FOREVER. This morning I tried to put him in underwear and he screamed and cried for at least 5 minutes before telling me "DIAPER, DIAPER." So yeah, I guess he doesn't want to get potty-trained. I don't know why, those little boy underwear are SO cute!

And Then There Was ONE!!!

Tyson is less than excited that his sisters are back in school. I haven't been able to get much done since I am now his ONLY playmate. I haven't been able to touch my book, catch up on Y&R, or even clean my house. I have managed to blog a couple times--only because I am so addicted that I continue to type while he is screaming at my side. I can't give up EVERYTHING, right?!!

First Day of School

Kya

Today was Kya's first day of Kindergarten. She was a little unsure at first and she wanted Mom to stay--that was until she saw all the TOYS. After that, she waved and said "Bye Mom." I can't believe she is old enough to start school. Tyson has already asked for Kya about 10 times. We are really going to miss having her home :(

Jordan

Today Jordan started 2nd grade--seriously when did she get so old?! Jordan was very excited that she had some friends from last year in her class again--including her best friend Azul. This is the first year she has another "Jordan" in her class too. She was very nervous and excited. She wouldn't let me leave until her friends arrived. We are really going to miss Jordan too! I love the summer time when all my babies are home with me--where they should be :(