Well, we have been having so much fun that I have not had time to write about all of it, so I am going to try my best to recount all the crazy, fun times we have had in the last few weeks.
On top of all the dentist, eye doctor, and pediatrician visits, we managed to squeeze in Lagoon (twice for John and I), 7 Peaks, Trafalga, School shopping, sold a car, bought a car, Roxberry, Coldstone, a couple nights eating out, a Birthday for Matt, Scout camp, day camp, garage sale, KSL, so I could buy a blendtec, piano, guitar, watching all the Harry Potter movies (we are on #4), Family night, and haircuts! I am sure I missed some things in there, but you get the idea. We had a fun, filled July and I plan on recapping each and every fun day, as soon as I can stop long enough to do it!
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Sunday, July 24, 2011
I do QUILT!
So I haven't posted any of my quilt and sewing projects lately because they were for a bride and I didn't know if she would check out my blog before it was given, so here is the quilt that I made for John's Aunt Karen to give to her granddaughter Kylie. I also took the left over fabric and made a reversible apron to go with my gift. The funny thing about the apron is when I was asking Kylie what fabrics to use for her quilt se said she liked all of them, but the animals. So that is when I decided I had to do something with the animal print and figured she could wipe her dirty hands all over those animals.
Front
Inside (but I think I like this side better)
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
A New Smile for Connor
Before
It's all good!
Not Fun
After
Poor Connor. We went to the dentist for our 6 month cleanings and he had some concerns about his baby permanent teeth not coming in. See, Connor has only lost 8 teeth, 7 of which I had to pull out because his adult teeth were growing in behind! So I took him to the orthodontist and they suggested we pull 8 and then when those come in, we will pull 4 more. His roots on his baby teeth are not dissolving and causing his permanent teeth to come in at an angle. Not Good!
So Friday we went back to the dentist to have the 8 teeth removed. It was so sad. It looked like he was being tortured with the bright light shining down and the dentist with his plastic gloves and pliers! Well, it took longer than anticipated and we could not believe the roots. Most of them were just partially dissolved and two of his eye teeth were not dissolved at all.
The next few hours were pretty miserable, changing gauze every 15 minutes, keeping up on the Motrin, and trying to eat and drink with all the extra holes. I felt really bad for Connor. We were going to go get his Xbox that he has been saving for after his appointment, but he was in no condition to go anywhere but home. I told him I would go out and get it as soon as I got home and got everyone else settled.
As the day went on, we realized that Connor would not be able to speak at church as he was asked to and I called explained the situation. When I was finally able to leave the house, I saw our old Bishop and his wife at Target. They had also been asked to speak along with Connor. They had heard he was not going to speak after all and I told him the story. That Sunday in his talk, he said that Connor had gone through some pretty drastic measure to get out of speaking. He also said he had heard that speaking was like pulling teeth, but he would never have thought to pull 8 to get out of it! It was pretty funny.
Well, Connor is doing much better now. He still struggles to chew food and has lost 2 pounds because of it. He is already under weight, so I think we are going to have to load him up on ice cream and half and half! Connor has a lisp and we make fun of him everyday. We did give him fare warning that we would. He has been a good sport about it. I just hope for his sake the permanent teeth come in soon. I can't help but feel a little bit to blame. I had to have my teeth pulled when I was 16 for that same reason. My poor kids.
This shirt made us laugh. We got it for free from one of our races and thought it was perfect for Connor and his "New Smile!"
It's all good!
Not Fun
After
Poor Connor. We went to the dentist for our 6 month cleanings and he had some concerns about his baby permanent teeth not coming in. See, Connor has only lost 8 teeth, 7 of which I had to pull out because his adult teeth were growing in behind! So I took him to the orthodontist and they suggested we pull 8 and then when those come in, we will pull 4 more. His roots on his baby teeth are not dissolving and causing his permanent teeth to come in at an angle. Not Good!
So Friday we went back to the dentist to have the 8 teeth removed. It was so sad. It looked like he was being tortured with the bright light shining down and the dentist with his plastic gloves and pliers! Well, it took longer than anticipated and we could not believe the roots. Most of them were just partially dissolved and two of his eye teeth were not dissolved at all.
The next few hours were pretty miserable, changing gauze every 15 minutes, keeping up on the Motrin, and trying to eat and drink with all the extra holes. I felt really bad for Connor. We were going to go get his Xbox that he has been saving for after his appointment, but he was in no condition to go anywhere but home. I told him I would go out and get it as soon as I got home and got everyone else settled.
As the day went on, we realized that Connor would not be able to speak at church as he was asked to and I called explained the situation. When I was finally able to leave the house, I saw our old Bishop and his wife at Target. They had also been asked to speak along with Connor. They had heard he was not going to speak after all and I told him the story. That Sunday in his talk, he said that Connor had gone through some pretty drastic measure to get out of speaking. He also said he had heard that speaking was like pulling teeth, but he would never have thought to pull 8 to get out of it! It was pretty funny.
Well, Connor is doing much better now. He still struggles to chew food and has lost 2 pounds because of it. He is already under weight, so I think we are going to have to load him up on ice cream and half and half! Connor has a lisp and we make fun of him everyday. We did give him fare warning that we would. He has been a good sport about it. I just hope for his sake the permanent teeth come in soon. I can't help but feel a little bit to blame. I had to have my teeth pulled when I was 16 for that same reason. My poor kids.
This shirt made us laugh. We got it for free from one of our races and thought it was perfect for Connor and his "New Smile!"
DON'T EAT MY PIZZA
So at our house, if you don't put your name on something you want, it is up for grabs. (Usually dad will eat it for breakfast) So the kids started getting smart and this is how they marked their territory!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
I'm fine!
So I was doing a mental check today to see how I was doing.
Let's see, my dad is sick, my mom is weak and overworked from taking care of him. My sister is moving to Peru and my in-laws are preparing to leave on a mission. My 7 month old weighs 20lb. and needs me to do everything for him. My 3 year old has regressed in the potty training department and whines and cries all day. My 13 year old is, well, 13! I have 2 more kids to feed, clothe and entertain. I stopped eating all my favorite "comfort foods" to get the extra baby weight off, so I am grumpy and tired! We need to buy a new car and freezer! I want to be everything to everyone and am just realizing that I can't. It's pay day and the money is already gone! We have more stuff than room in this house and no time to clean it. My mom tried to hand over all the "in case we die" stuff that my sister use to be in charge off to me today and I wasn't ready for it and just lost it! But other than that, I'm fine!
Let's see, my dad is sick, my mom is weak and overworked from taking care of him. My sister is moving to Peru and my in-laws are preparing to leave on a mission. My 7 month old weighs 20lb. and needs me to do everything for him. My 3 year old has regressed in the potty training department and whines and cries all day. My 13 year old is, well, 13! I have 2 more kids to feed, clothe and entertain. I stopped eating all my favorite "comfort foods" to get the extra baby weight off, so I am grumpy and tired! We need to buy a new car and freezer! I want to be everything to everyone and am just realizing that I can't. It's pay day and the money is already gone! We have more stuff than room in this house and no time to clean it. My mom tried to hand over all the "in case we die" stuff that my sister use to be in charge off to me today and I wasn't ready for it and just lost it! But other than that, I'm fine!
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
What a crazy weekend it has been. Last week, after returning from Park City, I washed clothes so that they could be packed up and sent with Nana, along with 4 out of 5 kids. With things so crazy around here for the past few months, I begged my mother-in-law to take the kids for a few days so that I could get a handle on my house. I spent the next two days packing up clothes that don't fit or were the wrong season. I moved furniture with the help of John, rearranged rooms, put up new shelves, emptied closets, organized toys, and sold John's car! I am sure I am missing plenty that we did, but you get the idea. We got so much done, and still had so much to do when the kids were dropped off on Saturday evening. There is no way I could have gotten so much done with them here. I am so grateful for family that is willing to help me with my kids and enjoys having them over.
Saturday night our neighborhood had a movie outside and I took the 4 big kids to watch Tangled under the stars. Michael was so cute pointing and showing me the stars. The best part was when the credits started rolling and Michael got up and dance on cue, just like he does at home. I took Matt and Mikey home and let the bigger boys stay for the next movie. It was after 11 and I still had things to do at home! I actually had to run to the market and pick up baby food, and when I got home, Nathan was on the couch but Connor had gone back to the movie. Finally, at just before 2am the worry really set in and I went and got him. The show was still going! Connor understood my concern and came without a fight. What a great kid!
Monday the 4th, was so much fun! We went to a neighborhood party and the kids had a blast. There was bounce houses, jousting, Sumo suits, cotton candy, mini train rides, dunk tank, food, and an old fashion soda machine (that was one of the kids' favorite things). It was so fun to see people that I haven't seen for months because we are in different wards and we have all be hibernating for the winter. We have such a great neighborhood, I just love it here!
The night of the 4th was so much fun. Well, at least the part after trying to get Michael to poop on the potty for 2 hours. That part was not fun and a whole other story. Anyway, this year they legalized fireworks that you can shot high in the air and it was so fun to sit in the driveway and watch fireworks all around us. We also got to watch the Thanksgiving Point fireworks from the sidewalk. It just doesn't get any better than that!
Well, the holidays are over and now it is back to life. Feeding and entertaining 5 kids 24/7! It was great while it lasted, but I am grateful that I have this crazy family to take care of.
Saturday night our neighborhood had a movie outside and I took the 4 big kids to watch Tangled under the stars. Michael was so cute pointing and showing me the stars. The best part was when the credits started rolling and Michael got up and dance on cue, just like he does at home. I took Matt and Mikey home and let the bigger boys stay for the next movie. It was after 11 and I still had things to do at home! I actually had to run to the market and pick up baby food, and when I got home, Nathan was on the couch but Connor had gone back to the movie. Finally, at just before 2am the worry really set in and I went and got him. The show was still going! Connor understood my concern and came without a fight. What a great kid!
Monday the 4th, was so much fun! We went to a neighborhood party and the kids had a blast. There was bounce houses, jousting, Sumo suits, cotton candy, mini train rides, dunk tank, food, and an old fashion soda machine (that was one of the kids' favorite things). It was so fun to see people that I haven't seen for months because we are in different wards and we have all be hibernating for the winter. We have such a great neighborhood, I just love it here!
The night of the 4th was so much fun. Well, at least the part after trying to get Michael to poop on the potty for 2 hours. That part was not fun and a whole other story. Anyway, this year they legalized fireworks that you can shot high in the air and it was so fun to sit in the driveway and watch fireworks all around us. We also got to watch the Thanksgiving Point fireworks from the sidewalk. It just doesn't get any better than that!
Well, the holidays are over and now it is back to life. Feeding and entertaining 5 kids 24/7! It was great while it lasted, but I am grateful that I have this crazy family to take care of.
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