Daisy's Surgery

Well, Daisy Mae had her surgery yesterday. Poor thing! We had to leave her there overnight for observation and fluids. We went and visited her though. Sarah was so concerned about her doggie that we had to take her with us, even knowing it might be a little tramuatic for Sarah to see Daisy in such a state. We decided, however, that Daisy would be home soon enough and Sarah would see the stiches and shaved leg then as well. It wouldn't matter too much if she saw Daisy like this a day earlier.

Sarah patted the kennel and called to Daisy. She said, "Daisy hurt." We told her that Daisy was sick and needed to stay there for another day before we brought her home. Sarah didn't want to leave, but we decided stay only for a short while since we didn't want to get Daisy too excited. She wasn't feeling well, it was easy to see.

We got Daisy a chew toy, but we couldn't leave it with her. She'll have to get it when she gets home. I don't know how happy she'll be to be home, we'll see. Luckily the pain meds they're giving Daisy will help a lot and also make her tired so she doesn't over do herself.

We also found out that Daisy has hypothyroidism. I didn't know this, but apparently it is quite common in labs. No wonder Daisy's chuncky! She doesn't each much at all, but she packs on the weight like crazy. She's going to have some hormone treatment and perhaps it will help her loose some of that uneeded weight.

Now that this is all done, and I'm sufficiently broke, I think Daisy will be ready for hunting season...next year.

Sarah's Birthday Party!

Sarah turned 2 last Friday! I can't believe how quickly time has flew by. One day Sarah was just born and I was holding her in my arms and now she is growing up into a little toddler (who, bytheway, is way taller than every other 2 year old around).

For Sarah's birthday we went to Bear Lake, as is becoming tradition. We invited Jordan's cousin up, James, and his wife and kids, Martha, Phillip, Luke, Lindy, and Elijah. We had a lot of fun although the weather wasn't too cooperative.

We arrived Friday, Sarah's b-day, and played in the tennis courts for a while. I made dinner, so I was up in the cabin watching my ailing dog and preparing food. The kids sure did have a blast.

We arose early the next day, thanks to Sarah and her internal alarm clock, to rain and cloud cover. We were hoping for better weather, but at least it wasn't snowing. The kids played on the swing set for an hour or so and then I went off to prepare for Sarah's party.

Upon opening some decorations, I discovered one of the words was spelt wrong. I got an 'Aloha' sign but it read 'Ahola'. Not quite what I wanted, but we hung it anyway. The adults sure did get a laugh.

We also had a little photo station where we could get pictures 'dress' as an Hawaiian. The wind was blowing really bad, pushing the storm away, so it was hard trying to get a good picture. All well, we did try.

Sarah then opened her presents and enjoyed having everyone's attention. She got a lot of books, which is good since she loves books. When I get home for work I try and read to her for at least 20 minutes, if I can't, I read to her before she goes to bed. Sarah is a book mongrel and loves to read, read, and read some more. I have a feeling she's going to be an early reader.

Sarah got a lot of fun toys from everyone. She got a princess flashlight from James and Martha's family, she got a dolly, a Disney help-reader, undies, and a very adorable outfit from Nana and Bompa, she got a CD full of stories from Uncle Jon, she got a book from Abby, Aiden, Auntie Liz, and Uncle Mike, she got a wooden puzzle that makes sounds from Auntie Roo, she got two very cute books from Aunt Nola and Uncle Larry, Karina gave her a cross stiched pillow she made (which was adorable!), and she got books, toys, and a tricycle from Mommy and Daddy. This two year old was spoiled! But, with those big blue eyes of hers who could help it?

After lunch, we had Gabe and Adam (the help at Bear Lake) bring out the ponies, Kate and Queenie. All the kids had a chance to ride the horses. Sarah loved it! This was the first time she was able to ride the horses. Thank goodness Auntie Roo is so petite. She was able to hold Sarah on the horse while I led them around. They had so much fun. Phillip and Luke had a great time. They were 'battling' like knights while riding and right before the ride was over Luke firmly said, "I don't want to be a knight anymore. I want to be a cowboy and live in the mountains." Just goes to show one good horse ride can change your career path.

After horses, we had cake and ice cream. I didn't want to spend all day baking and decorating like I did last year, so I ordered a cake from Jordan's work. They did such a good job! I'll be sure to order again.

The wind was blowing pretty bad, but we still had one more activity to do. Pinata. It was full of candy and just waiting for someone to break it open. Since Sarah was the youngest, and the birthday girl, she went first. She hit it a few times, and then we passed the bat to Lindy. After Lindy, Abby had a turn followed by Luke. Phillip was able to make a small dent in the pinata, but we needed some adult help. Auntie Roo had her turn, making a pretty good dent, but we needed someone else with more muscle. James was up to bat and with a few swift swings finally hit the pinata and broke it open! The kids came running over and collected their candy.

After the party, James and Martha's family had to head home. The rest of us stayed and watched as the clouds parted, blue sky covered over us, and the winds stopped. We launched the boat, got the tube out, and went for it. I was the designated dog-sitter this go around, so Jordan got to enjoy watching everyone fall off the tube.

I made dinner and then waited for Sarah to wake up. She took a long nap, which was well needed since she was overwhelmed at her party. Once she woke up, she found her tricycle from Mommy and Daddy. We took it outside and learned how to ride it. Sarah had so much fun!

After dinner the weather was so nice we piled back into the boat and went tubing again. Robert volunteered to watch Daisy, so Jordan and I were both able to go. I went on the tube first, got flung off--thanks Dad!--and got on for another go around. I stayed on for sometime, but Dad was being nice to me since my sprained ankle is still healing. Jordan went next and got flung off at high speeds twice. Karnia took the reins and lasted a while, but Dad was determined to fling her off. She fell in twice and that was it. Anna tried, fell off the tube before we even started moving, and called it quits. Becca then decided to wakeboard. It was great fun.

Sunday came really quick. We hurried and cleaned the cabins and then went home early so we could make it back for church. It was a lot of fun, minus the monsoon weather, and look forward to next year!

Daisy and her ACL

Well, it's official. Daisy Mae tore her ACL on Sunday. I took her to the vet yesterday and the verdict was as clear as day. Poor pooch has been holding her leg up since Sunday night. Anna, Sarah and I took her to the park to run and chase tennis balls and soon after we were finished, Daisy was limping home and then refused to use the leg.

I'm scheduling surgery for her today. I'm not sure when, since we have Sarah's party at Bear Lake this Friday, but I know it'll be soon. I always said Daisy had been cheap...but it wouldn't stay that way since she is a ditz and a lab. (This picture is of when Daisy was 4 months old--wasn't she cute?!)

My poor pooch! I hope surgery goes well and so do the 8 weeks of recovery!

Sarah's Pre-Birthday Party!

Sarah celebrated her 2nd birthday at Grandma Resch's home on Sunday. She is turning 2 on Friday!! Can you believe it?!

Here are some fun pictures of her party.

Grandma Resch made the yummy cake and spelled Sarah's name with M&M's. It was very creative and very delicious. Sarah kept asking for 'milk' which to her means 'more'. Always a good sign!

Sarah opened her gifts too. Grandma gave her some pretty princess panties which hopefully Sarah will wear soon! She also got a princess backpack that she absolutely loves! Sarah loves wearing it around the house and sticks everything inside of it! Now the joke is, if you can't find your car keys, look in Sarah's backpack!

Seeing Sarah all grown up makes me so sad! I can't believe how quickly time has slipped past. Come another 3 years and Sarah will be in school!! Can you believe it?! She'll be putting that backpack to great use, no doubt.

Dad's/Bompa's Birthday

So, for my dad's birthday we went to Pickleville Playhouse in Garden City, UT. We watched a fun little melodrama T.J. Davis wrote (he was in the same ward as me growing up) and had fun booing the villain, cheering for the hero, and ahing for the maiden in distress. It was quite fun and Abby, Sarah, and Aiden loved it. Aiden was leading the music, right on beat too. Abby was entranced with the eugine and Sarah just had fun eating popcorn, listening the the music, and watching the dancing.

After the show, we went to the cabin for some dinner. Liz, Mike, Aiden, Abby, Becca, Dad, Mom, and Sarah and I were all there to celebrate. Jordan had work, so he couldn't come, same with Adam. So, the girls in the family celebrated with Dad this year.

Mom made a yummy dinner and then we had cake and ice cream. Abby chose the cake out and the ice cream, so we had a lot of sugar, needless to say. But it was very yummy!

Dad opened his gifts from us. This year all of us, save Mom and Dad, wrote stories about Sam Dog. It was a year ago yesterday that Sam passed on and he was Dad's beloved pooch (Mom's too). We thought it'd be nice to write a memoir of him and publish it in a nice book with photos. Dad was so happy he almost started crying. Ahh, nothing says it like a perfect gift.

Abby and Sarah just wanted to play with each other. Abby doesn't get to see Sarah that often so when they have a chance to be together they take full advantage. They are so cute together!

The next day we arose early, thanks to Sarah's internal alarm clock, and ate breakfast. We headed out on the boat for the morning. I would've wakeboarded, but I twisted my ankle pretty bad a few days ago. My ankle is still healing and if I tried to shove my foot into the wakeboard boots there was no way I'd be able to get my foot out without straining my ankle more or breaking it.

Sarah and Abby had a lot of fun 'driving' the boat. Bompa was nice enough to take a small step back and allow Sarah and Abby to take the wheel. Aren't they cute?!

Aiden loved the boat, in fact, he fell asleep on the way back. But not before we captured some great pictures of him!

After the boating adventure, we headed to the beach. Abby decided she didn't want to put her swim-suit on, so she walked in the lake with all her clothes on! Silly girl!! Abby and Sarah had so much fun together I had to capture it on camera. Moments like this don't last long enough, but they are at least burned into your memory.

Sarah had so much fun in the water! Abby would go fill the bucket up with 'fresh' water and then Sarah would wash her hands in the bucket. This process was repeated at least 30 times and each time both girls would giggle and think this was the funniest thing to be doing. We should take lessons from kids, huh.

Sarah was also fearless when it came to entering the water. She takes after me, since her daddy has a phobia of water. She'd plunge right in and sit down letting the seashells and sand get all over her. She was a sandy mess, but she was so cute! She was having so much fun, I couldn't stop her. Kids need to have those messy moments without Mommy saying no!

After the beach, we headed back up to the cabin for some lunch. Liz, Mike, Abby, and Aiden had to leave to go to the Arts Fest in Park City. But that's okay, Becca got back from the baptism she attended that morning and Sarah had a new playmate.

But, time slips past and soon it was nap time. Mom, Becca, and I went into 'town' to get a shake for Dad and a plague for the cabin Mom wanted. It was Raspberry Days at Bear Lake, so it was extra busy. But, it was so much fun! Dad stayed behind and listened for Sarah while the girls went out.

Sarah awoke from her nap early and she was very cranky. I convinced Dad to take us out on the boat for one last spin before Sarah and I had to head home. The one last spin ended up being another 2 hours, but it was worth it. Becca got some wakeboarding in and Sarah, Becca, and I jumped off the boat and swam around in the lake (of course we had life jackets on because holding a baby in deep water isn't that easy).

Soon it was time to head home. We drove through Evanston and got home a little after 9pm. Sarah was completely tuckered out and went right to sleep. I was pretty pooped out too and joined her. All in all, another great weekend! I love summer time!