Lucky Ducks, Mal and Babies

I have missed our Monday Game Day.  I couldn't go the last two weeks and I was happy that I could make it today.  We played Five Crowns and Farkle.  We had two different Lucky Ducks.  Lorrilee won Five Crowns and Laura won at Farkle.  The time goes by so fast and it is so fun visiting with everyone.

I met Mallory for lunch afterwards.  I needed to give her the gift for Amanda. (marrying Lantzen)  We went to Hug Hes so I would be close to the Hospital.  I always enjoy visiting with Mal.  She always says things I need to hear.  Today we shared our feelings about having the grands.  We feel the same way about a lot of things.  She told me a lot about a friend of hers and while she talked I kept wondering what she would say about me if she were talking to another friend.  She wasn't saying anything bad because Mal just isn't the type to do so but it got me wondering.  I love Mallory so much and decided that I need to make time to see her more.  She can get away from work and all I have to do is say when.  I'm going to make it a point to go to Ogden more often even if it is just to see Mal.

I went to visit the twins after.  As I was looking for a parking place I saw Lynette who was just walking towards the Hospital.  It was fun being there sharing our grands with each other.  I admire Julie at how good she is with the twins now.  She's ready to take them home and I really think they will be coming home soon.

When I got home I finally had a little time to work on my blog.  I really hope that all the time and effort it takes me will be worth it to someone one day.  Hopefully I will get some time soon to put my posts in the book I am making.

I really want a day or week to work on Jared's book as well. The way my life is going I won't have it done by August.  I wanted to have it done for the five year anniversary.  Oh well....I can only do so much and that is not a top priority right now. (even though I want it to be)

Allergies

I was happy that I was able to help Julie today. Since she had a C-Section she isn't able to lift Jordyn and Jordy had a Dr. appointment today.  I got to take them and lift and carry Jordyn when needed.  Jordyn gets a bad cough about every other week and so Julie made her an appointment to meet with an allergy specialist.  Heck, they reached their deductible with the twins and so the timing is good.  Jordy was good when the nurse put dots all over her back.  She just sat on Julie's lap and colored on a tongue depressor.  When the nurse had to prick each of the dots after dropping different liquids on them Jordyn realized about half way through that she didn't like it.  She laid down on Julie without any thrashing around or screaming while the rest were pricked.  Then when it was done she quite crying and continued coloring.  She's such a cutie.  She is allergic to Burch, Cottonwood and a weed.  I think the Dr. prescribed something for her and we were done.  Julie made an appointment for Kamryn to be checked out as well!

I didn't mention that the appointment was for 9:00 and we were the only ones there and we didn't see the doctors face until 9:45 which is when Julie was hoping to be able to pump.  Even though we only had to wait 10 minutes to see if there was a reaction we were in the office until about 10:30.  (poor Julie)

Jordy and I went to the cafeteria to get a treat while Julie went up to pump and see the babies.  She came down and told me that she still hadn't pumped.  There were too many people in the room with the twins while she ran up.  Julie likes talking about the twins progress and so it was good they were there so she could.   By the time she came down to find us she was very uncomfortable.  I hurried to get her home.  

Sundays....My Favorite

Bennett is working in Rock Springs, Wyoming now.  He text me this morning to see if I would be home if he came by.  He wanted to surprise my mom with a little visit.  I was excited to have him come over and having early church worked out great.  Bennett and Carrie didn't stay for very long but I thought it was very thoughtful of them to come at all.  They made my day.  Bennett had Jordyn laughing as he played with her.  She didn't want to get too close but she was enjoying her Great Uncle.  I'm so glad that Bennett is doing well.  He is such a happy, positive guy.  He is constantly complimenting me and building me up.  I sure do love my younger brother.  He is pretty darn wonderful!

The house was full today.  Everyone was able to come for dinner.  These Sundays are my favorite.  The house gets noisy and a little chaotic but it's fun.  I love having everyone together.  Braxton brought me my Mother's Day Poem today since he forgot to on Mother's Day. (because he brought so much for our Fiesta)  I'm impressed.  I cherish the things my kids write to me!

Super Busy Saturday

Last Saturday Jen had a baby shower planned for Julie.  Well since Julie had the twins that morning the shower got postponed to this week.  Jen always goes to a lot of work.  She planned this shower around the Kevin's favorite team, the Dolphins.  If you remember when they announced that they were having twins it was with the Dolphin, football theme.  Everything was so cute and I really hope Kevin was able to see it.  He had a track meet and so I'm not sure.  This shower was as much for Kevin and Julie and the twins.  Julie got a lot of diapers, blankets and clothes.  I gave each twin a bank with some $$$ and some burp clothes and diapers.  While this shower was going on so was a bridal shower in Mountain Green for Mallory's soon to be daughter in law. (I missed it) Dirk's dads funeral was the same time this shower got over. (I missed it as well)  I picked Julie up for the shower and had Kimleighel take her home.

Over a month ago I promised Carla that I would take her families pictures since Sarah and her family were in town.  I had Trichelle drop me off at Carla's.  I think we got some really cute pictures and we did it pretty fast.  Jessica needed to leave to go to work.  She lives and works in SLC and her schedule had been changed and she didn't have as much time as we had hoped.  The sun was a little bright and we got some squinty eyes but for the most part I think we got some good pictures.  It was fun taking them.  

I wouldn't mind learning more about photography and editing.  I really enjoy it and would love to have more knowledge concerning it.  I guess I will have to take some classes since I have always had an interest.  I wouldn't want to take pictures for money...just for friends and family because I enjoy it.

Carla and I had promised our DUP group that we would attend the Daughter of Utah Pioneers Jubilee.  I didn't really feel like it but since they were counting on us for lunch we went over.  I ended up winning a crocheted afghan. ☺

I didn't have much time at home before I had to leave for Ivy's dance recital.  I met Larry there since he ended up stopping to check on Justin.  What happened to Justin you might be asking.  Well, while he was working today a chisel shot back and smacked him in the mouth. It broke his front tooth off but left the root in his mouth. It also broke some of the bones in his mouth as well as splitting his upper lip.  He text me that him and Macie were going to have matching scares.  He will need surgeries on his mouth now.  Once a mom, always a mom.  My heart broke for my son and his family.

I'm not going to lie...I cried when I saw Ivy.  She reminded me of Trichelle when she was around 16-17.  Ivy is only turning 11 next month.  She's beautiful but growing up way too fast! Crazy how time flies!

After the recital we came home so Larry could shower and then we went up to see the twins.  Julie was there with them and so we visited with her until Kevin and Kamryn got there.  Kevin was able to feed Briggs.  These babies are doing so good and when they can eat without getting worn out they can come home.  They are getting so close.  Kam was excited to hold Brynlie.  Tonight was the first night the twins have been side by side since they were born.  I like seeing them together.  

We took Kam home with us and her and Jordyn got to sleep over.  Kevin dropped off Jordy on his way to the hospital.  We had a good time with the girls and let them stay with us all day Sunday as well.

Full Day Friday

Today started off early.  I went into Roy to get a planter for Dirk and Robin because Dirk's dad passed away earlier this week.  I got there before the Floral Shop opened and so I had to wait. I found Jaydan at Cross Fit and talked to him for a few minutes.  I wasn't sure how Larry and I were going to swing a viewing or a funeral with all we had going on.  We didn't make it to either.  I did visit with Robin after getting the planter.  I hope she really was okay with us not coming.  I let her know that we would try but things didn't work out.  We didn't make it to a wedding reception either.  Sometimes you just have to pick and choose and we went with our original plans that had been planned for over a month. 

I watched Macie and Parker with Kimi's help so that Natalie could help with Field Day.  They are easy to have over.  So easy I forgot to take any pictures of them.  I know the kids like coming over and that makes me feel good.  Our house is a fun place for kids.  We have lots to do with very little restrictions.  Natalie got to come visit a little between her times and I always enjoy visiting with her.  

Today Kamryn had her second grade program and so Gramps, Kimleighel and I went to that.  Since Julie is home she was able to go early and save us some seats.  I waited as long as possible before leaving since Natalie was going to be done just before Kam's program started.  It ended up being perfect timing and I was able to take Macie out to her and get seated before it started.  Kamryn is a smarty pants and always does a good job memorizing her parts.  I enjoy watching her.  It's fun being close enough to be able to go to some of the things the grands are involved in.  I really like going if I can.

I kept hoping to get back up to see the twins but that didn't happen today.  We know they are doing good though and so that is comforting!

Food 4 Thought Friday

Food 4 Thought Friday! 

A little feast without the calories!! 

Feel free to play along for some yummy fun!  Go HERE to JOIN IN!!! 

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Breakfast ~ Why do you live where you do? Larry's grandpa Lowe offered us this land and so we decided we had better take him up on his offer.  It was a good deal and we haven't been sorry.  I have loved living in the country and the only thing I haven't cared for are the mosquito's. 

Lunch ~ What was your favorite TV show when you were growing up? I liked cartoons, The Brady Bunch, I Dream of Jeannie, Mash.  Actually there were a lot of good shows while I was growing up.  I did watch TV a lot more then.

Dinner ~ When was the last time you did something for the first time?Last Week What was it? I went to Detroit for the first time and rode a People Mover.  I also got twins in my family for the first time and had two babies in the NICU.

Midnight Snack ~ What is your favorite color? I prefer the Rainbow!  I like all colors.  I lean towards, bright pink, turquoise and purple! I've added yellow to my favorites! List three reasons to explain your choice. The are bright and cheerful.  These colors look good on most people.  They make me happy!

Recipe for the Week ~ (instead of your recipe for life, what is it just for the week?) Look For and Expect Miracles in Your Life!  I think miracles happen more than we realize.  Larry made a comment a few weeks back about wanting to see all the times he was protected in this life that he wasn't aware of.  Since I heard him say that I am curious as well.  

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Back to Reality

So I might have planned on getting some things done today.  You know when you come home from vacation there is always plenty to do.  But, sometimes I get surprised and things don't go as I had planned.  Kimleighel likes to tend the babies at our house.  It's easier to get them to take naps here.  When she comes they all like to hang out with gramma.   So, I usually don't get the things done that I had planned on doing.  I have to remind myself sometimes that Kimleighel and my grands won't be around all the time and to enjoy them while they are.  I really do enjoy them...they are precious as can be.

It took me the whole day to do the laundry and make a pasta salad for the SNAP closing tonight.  But it's okay that's all I was able to accomplish.  These little's are growing like weeds and I'm glad that I am able to spend time with them as they grow.  I kind of don't like when they start school because I see them even less.

Justin's ward (young men/women) came and did a little carnival for our Closing Social tonight.  He went to a lot of work to make it fun.  I think everyone enjoys coming to the Closing Social because they all like eating and we always have a big spread.  I bought the gifts for the games and spent a little more than usual just to make it a little nicer.  Usually this night is kind of sad because it means that we won't see each other until our camps.  This year however we will be getting together to do Sacrament meetings again!  Yeah! I'm so excited because these friends of mine all have such special spirits and it is felt by others as they share themselves through their talks and songs.  I didn't keep it a secret and told some of the participants.  They are excited too!