Trevor's School Picture

School pictures are usually so awkward, which is why we are so embarrassed when the old school albums make their "every blue moon" appearance around the house. However, as a mother I can see why my mom laughed and cried (out of love of course) at our school pics. They usually capture the weirdness yet sweetness of being a child.

Happy Birthday Spencer!

4 months

16 month

2 yrs./ 4mo.

3 yrs./ Camping for his birthday

Spencer turned 3 years old on the 21st! We had to celebrate his birthday a little late because I was out of town. We had a lot of Fun!

Stephen is getting married

Stephen is getting married on December 1st! We are looking forward to his wedding and having Arianne (pronounced Arion- French Canadian) and Jacob a permanent part of our family!

Unexpected Family Reunion

This week has been crazy, long, tiring, fun and unexpected! Dad went to the hospital in Columbia last Friday (two Friday's ago) because he has been having heart problems again. Mom and I drove down there Saturday to be with him. We ended up spending the night in the waiting room (something I don't recommend) and driving down to Charleston on Sunday. The doctors decided to send him down to Charleston for a heart catheter and possible surgery. Driving into Charleston was great. I could smell the marsh and salty sea air. It took me back to the "good ole days" of visiting Nick and Alisa when they lived down there. Once we got to the hospital dad was wheeled away for a heart catheter. The results were not what we hoped for, however in the long run dad would be better off. He had to have by-pass surgery. The blockage was too long for a stint and there was significant damage to one of the main arteries. They scheduled him for Friday morning and he had to stay in the hospital until the surgery. We were a little bumbed out but we knew that it was for the best. We drove back to Greenville for a couple of days to get things squared away and taken care of before the surgery. Thanks to my wonderful mother-in-law, I was able to help my mom during this time and didn't have to worry about my children. In the meantime, we made plans for our family to meet back down in Charleston to be with dad during this time. Nick drove from N.C., Nathan drove in from Tennessee, Heather flew out from Utah and of course Stephen, Scott and I were already here. This was the first time in over ten years that all six of us have all been together. It was so much fun to have our family together for dad. The surgery went well and dad recovered ahead of schedule. He is scheduled to come home today! We are so grateful for the doctors. The surgeon that performed the surgery was a 10th year resident. He was great. Because dad was in a V.A. hospital and we were next door to the medical university, there were mainly residents that took care of him most of the time. They were all great!

The Last Bit of Summer Fun!

These boys are so sweet to their baby brother Vincent!

I noticed that the boys had not come into the house in a while so I knew they were up to something (usually something no good). They must have gotten bored with the pool and trampoline so they decided to "drive their cars in the lake".

Who says that you have to a girl to get into mommy's make-up. Little boys are curious about what mommy puts on her face too!

Vince is such a sweet baby. I love his little pug nose.

Vincent is growing up so fast. He is already 4 1/2 months old!

Another Great Trip to Myrtle Beach!

It's always great to go to the beach! We had a great time and were thrilled to be with Aunt Heather, Uncle Myles, Anne, Jack, Kate and Dean again. Thanks for such a great time everyone!

Some Fun Info!

I just got tagged! How Fun!!!

A- Attached or single: Attached I guess. What is meant by this?
B- Best Friend: Kevin of course!
C- Cake or Pie: I am not a great fan of either however if the cake is moist, chocolate, has lots of chocolate frosting and add Moose Tracks ice cream, I'll take it!
D- Day of choice: Friday, because of the anticipation of a great weekend (hopefully).
E- Essential Item: It varies... for the next 10 days, my detox drink!
F- Favorite Color: Blue
G- Gummy Bears or Worms: Gummy Bears, although I don't really care for either.
H- Hometown: Pendleton/South Carolina
I- Indulgence(s): Homemade peanut butter cookies with p/b chips and choc. chips, a total "kick-butt" run (I don't get enough of), McDonald's cheeseburger and Fudge Sundae (it reminds me of being a kid)!
J- January or July: July minus the humidity!
K- Kids: Yes! Three.
L- Life is Incomplete Without: Family, vacations, shopping and exercise!
M- Marriage Date: December 16, 1999
N- Number of Siblings: 4 brothers and 1 sister
O- Oranges or Apples: As long as the apple is sweet, crunchy and juicy (no soft spots at all), then I would have to take the apple
P- Phobias or Fears: I have so many where do I begin?
Q- Quote(s): "If ye are prepared ye shall not fear". My Mission President tried hard to drill this into our heads for everything. I try to live by this (not always successful), however I love it!
R- Reason To Smile: My children, husband, clean house, homemade healthy dinner and hydro therapy (you can't help but smile, it is awesome... everyone should try it at least once)!
S- Season: Fall, Winter, Spring then Summer
T- Tag Three: Wendy, Jenny, Heather
U- Unknown Fact About Me: I want to start a catering business
V- Vegetarian or Oppressor of Animals: I have nothing against eating meat, however I am not a big meat eater unless it is highly seasoned and cooked just right.
W- Worst Habit: I always stay up too late too! I have a lot of bad habits.
X- X-Rays or Ultrasounds: Hope I don't have to have either one, unless I am pregnant and finding out the sex of my baby.
Y- Your Favorite Food: It depends on the day! To name a few... grilled pizza, spaghetti, chicken rolls w/mashed potatoes, shrimp and grits haystacks, mmmm!
Z- Zodiac: I have no idea