The Doctor was wrong

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Well, I went in to my Dr. Apt. this morning and they have a new policy that no children can come because of the swine flu spreading so Bart stayed with Bossy watching a movie in the suburban. He joked about it saying that the only appointment he doesn't go to and the Dr. will surprise us and say it's a girl or something. Well....

During the ultrasound he looked a little perplexed and it took awhile to get the modest little thing to show us something but after SHE moved and gave us something to see the Dr. looked for awhile and said, "I think I was wrong last time." After looking for a few more seconds he said yep, THis is definitly a GIRL. HOLY COW! I couldn't believe it! Bart thought I was joking the first couple times I told him. Then when I started calling my sisters and my mom I think he finally knew I was serious. I called my sister and told her to haul all the girl clothes back up to Utah next time she comes! YEA, we're very excited. Barts getting used to the fact he won't have 3 boys, which he was pretty excited about. But, he's excited and I'm thrilled, Zhoee was happy to hear she'll get a sister after all.

New Moon

I loved it! I really want to go again tonight. Unlike reading the book, where I cheered for Edward, I wanted Bella to want Jacob. He was so so good looking!!!!!!!! I loved him in the movie!
It was very fun to have a girls night! We started early and ate at Teppanyaki. So yummy and very fun to watch! and I caught the shrimp in my mouth the first try!!!! (impresive, I know)Then we did a little Christmas shopping and then off the the theater!

I woke up to Bart and Jadon whispering that Bart would take Jadon to school and to stay quite so Zhoee and Bossy would stay asleep so mom could sleep longer. Bart went in a little late to the office so I wouldn't have to wake up and take J to school. So nice of him, and I don't know how he kept Zhoee and Boss asleep. It was nice to sleep in! Thanks hon! :)

Sand Dunes Trip

Bart and Jadon left Thursday night for a little "boys trip" to the sand dunes. It sounds like they did a ton of riding, ate lots of treats, watched some fun movies, and had to snuggle up at night to stay warm. They made it home Sat. just in time for Jadon's basketball practice. Oh, that boy is sure growing up.

Halloween

Jadon the skeleton at the school carnival.
Don't I have the best looking red neck husband? I can't even see Zhoee with all that hair!

Bossy and Zhoee strategizing on how their going to get the most candy!

How cute is my little Lion?

The bad green witch!!!

We had an exciting Halloween at the school carnival and then the next night at our ward party.

Reading

Sometimes when I'm inbetween reading books I want suggestions on something that someone else has really enjoyed. I am just finishing a series called "The Hearts of the Children" it follows the earlier series called, "The Children of Promise" which I read in college. I've really enjoyed these books and learned alot about my "parents era" as they take place in the 60's-70's. It's been addicting to follow the characters and see what choices they make. If anyone is wanting to get something good to read over the holidays this is what I suggest.

Today is the 20th anniversary of the Berlin Wall opening up in Germany and one character in the book is in Germany and allowed hardly any freedom, it's crazy to read about how many privledges they were denied over there- not so many years ago.

It's a BOY!!!

We think anyway! At my Drs. Appt. yesterday the dr. was leaning toward a boy. I love my Dr. and the awesome facility he's at. I get an ultrasound every visit and pics and it's so reassuring to hear the heartbeat and see the little thing every visit. Yep, he thought he might have seen something- so we're thinking a boy! He said he could tell us 100% at our next visit right before Thanksgiving. So fun, because we have another boy on Barts side of the family due in March.
On the sad side, Zhoee started crying when I told the kids it's probably a boy. She wants a sister so bad!!!

Jack-O-Lanterns

Bart helped the kids carve pumpkins while I gathered all the seeds and roasted them.

Yummy-Love 'em!

Flag Football

Jadon had a fun time playing flag football. He really impressed us a few times with great moves and pulling flags!

Thinking....

So, I was just thinking about a lot of things this morning. While visiting my mom yesterday she told me one of my sisters' friends from High school had passed away in a car accident. She had been married a year and was expecting their first baby girl. I didn't know her but know her husbands family and I was so devestated to hear this news. How sad.
Bart had spoken in church that morning and his talk was so wonderful. He reflected on Elder Bednars talk in conference about concentrating on our families and spouses. He talked about words and how our words can make such a difference in our lives and those we're in contact with. He shared that we need to tell our family members we love them OFTEN, we need to pray for them and use nice, kind words ALWAYS and share our testimonies with our families in FHE and just casual conversation. Our lesson in relief society focused on the same thing: families, and helping our husbands and the importance of being sealed in the Temple. Hearing of something tragic like this makes me wonder why this happens? Why am I lucky enough to be married for 9 years and have 3 healthy, active children while this girl has to leave earth so early? I know that there is a plan for everyone and our Heavenly Father knows us individually. I think I need to use this experience to love and be grateful for my family even more and not take them for granted. Our familes are the most important thing: I need to get mad less, hold my kids more often even if there are dishes to be done, and play with my kids no matter how messy the house is. Life is short and in some cases we may lose our loved ones so suddenly! I'm grateful we are sealed together for eternity and I know we'll be together always!!!

New Countertops!

We absolutely love our house but one thing we've been meaning to change for 3 years is the fabulous 70's brownish-orange countertops and backsplash. It took Bart about 2 days from start to finish to replace everything. They look great! What a handy husband I have, lucky me!

After pics

During construction

The before

Xterra Triathlon 2009

This is the 5th year Bart has done the Xterra Triathlon at Snow Basin. He

does the mountain biking. They did great this year! I'm so impressed at how dedicated he is to training and getting ready. He rides a ton to prepare and for the event he rides 13 miles straight uphill from Pineview reservoir to Snow Basin ski resort.

Hunting 2009

Bart went hunting up at Causey Reservoir this year. It's really secluded and he had to canoe in to the mountain they were hunting. It looked beautiful from the pictures. He went with his brother, Clint, one day and the rest of the time he was on his own. On a Sat. of the hunt he stayed home to help me because I was really sick. I feel bad that he had to miss a day but I'm grateful for a husband who puts his family first. Bart and his brothers are already planning next years hunt in Southern Utah, where they usually go.

Clint and Bart

canoeing in

Sleeping in the suburban watching a movie. (a little too comfy for camping if you ask me)

Bostyn

This boy is growing up so much! He could line up his cars and drive them around all day long! He loves to play baseball and football and begs me to go outside with him EVERY MINUTE!
I laugh so hard at his "mean" face he pulls, I'll get a pic of that next! Love you Bossy.

I was impressed he knew that mascara went on the eyes!

He must have horrible hand eye coordination

Rain and Dance

zHOEE wanted to do a few poses for me right before we took her to her first dance class!!! She was so stinking cute!

We had a huge rainstorm yesterday. The kids were so much fun!!! They ran around and danced and loved getting wet. They were soaked!

The Salt Flats

We usually stop at the flats on our way out to Elko.

Bart was throwing Bossy up in the air.

more.....

Yesterday I was in the kitchen and heard Bostyn crying so I went out and asked what happened (fully knowing Zhoee did something to bother him) Zhoee said, "I think he fell." Then I looked at her like I meant business and asked again, "Is that really all that happened?" She sighed, and seemed annoyed when she told me, "Well, he was under attack, mom".

I picked Zhoee up from preschool this morning and asked who her friend was she was playing with.. She said, " oh, Broccoli" I laughed and asked her if she was sure that was her name. After asking a few questions I figured out it was Brooklyn. (she thinks!)

2nd Grade

Jadon started 2nd grade today!!!

Goin to the County Fair

Bostyn stole J's sunglasses and insisted on wearing them all day!

I thought he looked pretty cute!

My uncle has a singing group, Sunshine and Rain, who sings every year at the fair. Bossy wanted to show off his moves on the dancefloor!
I don't know where he learned the "leg drag" move!

The Birthday Girl!

She got to open one present first thing in the morning. Barbies and Barbie furniture!! Tons of it!

Her room very quickly became a fun disaster!

Then she got stung by a bee when she was playing outside with Dex!
After Jadons meeting with his new teacher we went to Chuck E. Cheeses'! The kids love that place. Bart was able to meet us there and the kids played and played. Zhoee thought that was a pretty fun party.

And that evening: Cake and Ice Cream and presents from grandparents! What a spoiled little girl. We stopped by Clint and Megans house on our way home from Chuck E. Cheese and when we were ready to leave, Zhoee stood there by their door and said, "Is there something you need to say to me?" Megan quickly said, "Happy Birthday!!!" (for the 20th time) Zhoee nodded and said, "Yes, that's it." What a weirdo! She was very happy it was HER day!