Since the end of basketball, we've felt really strongly that we MUST spend more time together as a family. One time this winter, on a Thursday night, Skyler informed Derrick that he hadn't even SEEN me since Sunday. It was true! And it made me sad. I go to work on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, before he even gets home from school. (which, I also somewhat quit my job last week, and went to an 'as needed' basis. So hopefully I'll be around a little more now too) So we have really been working on it. We spend most of our time just staying at home, watching movies, watching ballgames on tv, eating popcorn, eating Zac's homemade cookies, playing board games (trying to do more of that), and keeping our kids at home. I think it's been a huge blessing for our family. Attitudes have changed (in a good way), brothers who were enemies are actually showing strong signs of friendship with each other, and everyone seems to be a little more relaxed. I think Skyler has even decided that staying home with the family on a Friday night, isn't the WORST thing in the world. I think I like it. Not to mention, it's been great for our checkbook!
Today I start official training for the Ogden half. I woke up in the night with some nasty back and neck issues, and the wind is blowing like crazy.....but I WILL brave the cold and go running today. It's just not optional.
Also, I have a new little niece! I haven't actually seen her yet, but the pictures I have seen are absolutely sweet! Dave and Gabe had a new little baby girl last week. Her name is Juliet Gabrielle. Pretty name, hu? I can't wait to hold her! We have 2 more little new ones on the way, on the Moser side of the family. This could be fun!!!
Des is growing up way too fast. But here's another big news moment.....He actually went to nursery yesterday! And he liked it! He didn't even want to leave when I came to get him. This is HUGE! It's been a year now since he was supposed to be in nursery, and this is the first time EVER that he's actually gone, stayed, smiled, and made it the whole 2 hours!
Last, I can hardly wait! In just 33 days, my parents are coming home! I get butterflies when I think about it!!! Only it kind of worries me because we have received SO MANY blessings while they have been gone. The kind of blessings you just can't deny or question. And will those come to a screeching halt when they get home? Of course, having my parents here, close to us, is a huge blessing in itself. So we'll take it!!! Yay for 33 days!!!
That's it! The end of my ramblings, for now. Have a super week!!! I think I'll pull out my camera right now......
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You just need to invite me to your childrens activities...I'll make sure they have pictures! I am really excited that you're cutting back work - just in time for summer. I've missed out "hanging out just because" days.
And when I think of 33 days...I get so excited I can hardly breathe! WOOHOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!! I've had the same thoughts cross my mind about the blessings. We have definently been protected as a family - no question about it. BUT...it's time. We need our parents back!!!! (at least until they decide to turn papers back in :'c ).
wow. I am excited for you! I can't believe its almost here. I was so happy to read your good news. I am sitting here all sad and teary...its no big deal, I am just mad about not being able to hold my baby...so it made me smile! yay for that.
Also- I know what you mean about everyone gone all the time, but at least our Friday nights we are all together...usually with a few extra teenagers...because we are " cool parents" and let the teenagers hang out here and feed them candy...really its Dave that is cool and has a insatiable sweet tooth.
Love this post. I do have a group picture with Skyler in it. I will scan it and get you a copy. I didn't take very many just because it's not easy and I don't have a good enough camera.
I am so happy to hear that Des went to nursery. YEA!
I am proud that you have offically started training for Ogden. I need to get my leggs and butt going!
Yay! So glad to hear an update on you guys! Even if it is pictureless. ;) Not since Sunday? Wow, that is crazy. Glad you're going to have a little more time to enjoy your kiddos before they are all grown up.
Yay for March, winter is almost over! (and I haven't even had to deal with the snow!)
When you come to AZ we'll take lots of pictures.
Oh, Hi! I missed you and your posts.
I hear what you are saying about slowing life down a bit, we are on the verge of some major changes to help that happen in our family...(more on that later).
Yea for running! I am ultra impressed you are braving the wind--no fun! I'm seriously considering Top of Utah Half--wanna join me?
And Yea for your parents coming home!! That went by fast (for me) :)
Glad all is well with you - I've missed your posts!
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