BED

I spend about 80% of my life in bed these days. Yes it has been great for my figure. If you like that soft round look. The word you hear out of Ari's mouth the most is BED. Most the time she is yelling it at me. Her facial expression's get pretty funny. I feel like I'm the kid and she is the parent yelling at me to,"Get back in bed young lady. My arm is her pillow and she can almost not sleep without it. She has been sick, so the other day I let her sleep as long as she needed, She slept for 15 hours straight.

I used to get frustrated at not being able to get anything done. Not anymore i feel that i treasure every moment holding her and loving on her. What changed that is one day after complaining to Travis. Telling him, "I have 15 seconds of time what should i do with it. He replied,"hold me".
He told me,"just think if she only lives a month or so you will be so glad for the time together". Leave it to him to change my life. He teaches me every day. The biggest thought i walked away with after our conversation was I DON'T WANT TO HAVE ANY REGRETS. Not just with Ari but with all my kids and Travis. You never know when your time is up or theirs.

So I now have to priorities a lot. Laying in bed with her is at the top of my list.

Taylor's Basketball

Taylor had another great game. He got 10 points witch was his goal. The last 2 pionts were on th buzzer. All the boys are son funny. It is neat how all they care about is playing the game win or loose.

The Christmas Jar

Mom did a family home evening on the Christmas Jar by Jason F Wright. She handed each family a Jar and the book. I loved the story it is my new favorite Christmas story. If you have not read it I suggest that you do. This will be our first year doing it and i hope a tradition. It is what Christmas SHOULD be all about.









We have also started a service jar filled with warm fuzzy's. This idea came from President Monsen's last talk in conference. For every service you do you get to put a warm fuzzy (a little poof ball)in the jar. The kids all love it and clap every time we get to put one in. It is also so cute to hear Ari say fuzzy.


Here is how it ties in to Christmas. Usually when it is full we go on a fun family outing or trip. But this month they represent gifts to give the savior. I want to start this as a tradition also.

Taylor's Basketball

Taylor is so athletic. He did great at his game. His ball handling skills are about 2 years above most the guys on his team. He is so much fun to watch. It funny how aggressive he gets. He really gives it his all.

Taylor has been in scouts a few months and is almost finished with his entire wolf. He is so self motivated. We did this shop project together for one of the requirements. Dannie painted the picture and me and Taylor did the frame.

Funny things Laney says

Laney: Mom did you know Jacobs hot.

Me: confused

Laney: And Edward's not.

I was thinking did my 4 year old just say that. Lorrianna gave her some new moon cards from burger king and I'm guessing they came to that conclusion.

After church today Travis was walking home with the girls. He was asking them what they had learned. Kaley had quite a bit to say. After Kaley finished Travis asked, " Laney what about you". She thought for a while then said,

"Basically nothing"

She cracks me up on a daily basis.

Laney: Mom anytime you want to hang out, we can.

Out flying

Travis took me out flying. It was so much fun. there was snow all over the ground like a white blanket. He hooked his phone up to the headsets. We just relaxed enjoyed the scenery and listened to music. You feel like you are in a different world. I have to say it wasn't all relaxing. It is like a roller coaster, times ten when he does his fun tricks. I loved it.

Date night's

This week was mine and Taylor's date night. We went and played Lazor tag. I kicked but.JK It was so much fun. I love my dates with the kids because It makes me feel young. Not that im an old fart, I have to admit somtimes i do act like one. I think when me and Travis get out we are so greatful to be together. We just relax and take eachother in. I feel that i miss my husband all the time and can't get enough of him. Even when we are in the same house.

Me and the girls went to Liz's work for a presentation. We each got up do's and they taught us how to do our make up. We had a blast. Her work is a very upbeat place. We also made lip gloss, the shade that would match our face lips and coloring the best. Don't we look fabuloes!!