St. George Dance Competition

So last weekend we went to St. George for Emalee's first competition of the year. I had volunteered to drive the back drop and the stage for the girls production number down in the back of the truck. Well as things normally go in my life this didn't go exactly smooth. We got everything loaded up and everyone was happy and then disaster hit. The backdrop went flying off the truck and into the middle of I15. The straps we had strapped it down with completely disappeared and we have no idea how or why this happened. So after stopping, turning around, and heading back to collect the remains off the road. ( Which meant Rich was running in and out of traffic while the cars were going 80 MPH ) We were able to get to a Big K buy some new straps, some power tools ( Happy Fathers Day Rich ) and continue on our way. We finally got to St. George ( Zach counted the straps through the window the whole way down after this-- Mom there's still 5 straps- kind of cute) So Rich spent Friday night building new frames for the backdrop and I sat in the hotel room and sewed the rip canvas. Overall it turned out much better then I thought it would. So the good news is the team took 1st place in their production number. They did such a great job and personally I think the backdrop looked pretty good too. Emalee's individual team took 2nd place in their team dance. So a 1st and a 2nd place and everyone was happy. I didn't get any pictures of Emalee in her costumes ( I guess I was distracted by the backdrop disaster- didn't even think of pictures until everything was over) But I will get some next week at her competition. Way to Go Emalee!! We are so proud of you!!

Happy Easter

Okay so I am a little late in getting my Easter pictures up on my blog as my Mom reminded me. So here are the pictures Mom. Thanks for the cute dress you made Emalee and the shirts for the boys.

Lost and Found Again !!!

So here are our fugitives!!! Yes, Dudley and Roxey made another run for it yesterday in the middle of that blinding snow storm. I have no idea why they feel the need to run but apparently they do. They literally were not even outside for more then 10 minutes when we realized they were gone. The kids of course were upset and I was just MAD. I am so sick of chasing after them. So off Rich and I went in zero visibility to look for the 2 dumb dogs. After about 6 hours of looking and waiting in the Walmart parking lot ( That's where they usually go--Every other time that's where they have been found) We gave up. I had put out a couple ads on line and had checked the pounds website through out the day with no luck. Later in the afternoon I checked the pounds website again and sure enough it sounded like our 2 fugitives. So first thing this morning we are at the pound picking up our run-a-ways. They were found by the airport #2 and somebody dropped them off at the pound. $94 later they are home and the kids are happy. I'm still mad!!I decided to snap some pictures since I never have any to put out on my lost dog ads before they run again. So here are the guilty two. They look like they are in trouble don't they. I think they must be part cat because they certainly seem to have more then 9 lives.

My Crazy Life

Okay so I haven't been very good at updating my Blog lately. Not from lack of not wanting to, it just never seems to fit into my days. So as I have already spent 4 hours at the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic today I have decided to treat myself to a day off from transcribing which in turn gives me a chance to update my blog. The last month has been so BUSY I'm not even sure where to start.
I'll start with Zach. Since his b-day he has only been to 3 doctors appointments. That is a near record for him. As I said before we went and saw his CF Doctor today. Overall he seems to be doing pretty well. We are still working on his bowel issues, food issues, trying to get him to gain some weight ( wish I could give him some- I would gladly share). His lungs are actually doing pretty well and overall the Doctor was happy with his progress. I just have to keep reminding myself that this is forever and nothing is going to be fixed overnight or permanently. Zach started machine pitch in baseball and is loving it. He thinks he is just like his big brother and it is really way to cute.
Emalee is keeping me so busy!! Her dance team is getting ready for competition season. So they have been having extra practices on Saturday's along with her regular 3 hours of dance during the week. Then add Activity Days in ( which she just loves), School, and she really doesn't have much time to do anything else. She is insisting on taking tennis lessons this summer so we will see how that goes. She keeps telling Rich she needs a tennis skirt. So I'm not sure if she really wants to learn or just get a new skirt.
Ryan has started baseball season too. At his level they practice a lot and for long periods of time. This week the only days he doesn't practice are today and tomorrow. It's crazy. So between school, baseball, and Scouts he is way busy too. Then you throw his friends in the mix and it's no wonder I am going crazy.
So if anyone wonders what I have been up to there it is. Spring is always the craziest part of the year for me but I love watching my kids do things they love. If anyone is feeling bored let me know- I'm sure I can get you a kid to drive somewhere!!

Happy Birthday Zachary

My little guy turned 6 years old today. I can't believe my baby is 6 years old already. He is such a sweet boy and I am so lucky to be his Mom. He has had more then his fair share in his 6 years so far and he just keeps on going. He certainly knows how to keep Mom and Dad on their toes that's for sure. Every time we think we've got things figured out he just keeps on surprising us. Happy 6th Birthday Zach, We Love You!!!

Sweet 16..........

Today is our 16th wedding anniversary. Yes we have been married for 16 years. I can't believe it. Look at how young we were. It really doesn't seem that long ( well at least most days). I don't let Rich know enough that I appreciate everything that he does for us. I know that the road hasn't always been easy but I'm glad that I'm on this road with him. Thanks for putting up with me for all these years. ( Yes believe it or not I'm not always the easiest person to be married to) I love you and look forward to whatever the future brings. Thanks for the last 16 years.

Oh and look it's our Anniversary and were not in a Hospital. Must be a sign of good things to come. Don't you Think??

You Learned About What In Primary???

As we were leaving church yesterday I was talking to Emalee about Primary. I asked if she had fun and she said yes. So then I asked her if she learned anything?? At first she said no and then she says oh yeah I know what I learned today. So I say what was it ?? She looks straight at me and says we learned about prostitutes. I nearly died. I said you learned what and she said it again. I said are you sure that is what you learned about and she insists that's what they learned. So I decided to just stop by the Primary room on my way out and find out exactly what they could have possibly been teaching. So I run into her teacher from last year and I tell her what Emalee just said, she looked as shocked as me. Then she says to Emalee are you sure it wasn't apostasy. Emalee says oh yeah that's what it was and gives us a big smile. So I am really glad they didn't learn about prostitutes in primary and that Emalee just had the word wrong. Still not sure where she learned that word though. Thanks Angie for clearing things up for me. Only my kids would come up with that they learned about prostitution at church. HAHA.