The Holidays Have Begun!

Well, this year has been an eventful one. In January we discovered we were expecting another child. Jordan and I were so thrilled! We could hardly wait to have another child and Sarah was practically begging for a baby brother. Fortunately for us, since Sarah was persistent we were having a boy, we ended up having a one.
In April Jordan was transferred to the Logan Maceys store. This change brought excitement as I was to return home to Logan after nearly 7 years. In May Jordan began his new job, leaving Sarah and I to live in Salt Lake till the house sold or until the birth of Daniel. Unfortunately the house hasn’t sold yet, but we’re all together in Logan. But through the trial of being separated we all learned and were reminded of how much we truly do love each other.
Daisy, our crazy yellow lab, tore the ACL in her other leg. This brings good news, in a weird sort of way, because now Daisy can’t tear another ACL. Both of her back legs have had surgery and both are brand-spakin’-new, or as Jordan put’s it “she has a completely new rear end.” No hunting this season, again, but surely next year she’ll be up and ready for it.
Daniel was born bright and early on Wednesday September 15th. It was a planned c-section. I still think it was a little weird being able to plan my own child’s birth since babies usually chose their very own date. Fortunately Daniel’s birth and my recovery went very well.
Now the holidays are here and I can’t wait to spend them with my two beautiful children. God has truly blessed me and my family throughout this year. Despite the trial of selling a house in this poor economy, we’re still all together. I have two happy and healthy children. Jordan’s job is great and he loves the Logan community. We wish you and your family a very happy and plentiful 2011.

Sarah-isims to Remember:
Said when told to go to bed:
Nana: It’s time for bed Sarah.
Sarah: No, let’s watch a movie.
Nana: No, Sarah, let’s go read some books and go to bed.
Sarah: How about we watch a movie?
Nana: No, Sarah, it’s time to read books.
Sarah: Nana, can we watch the news?
Calling Daisy:
Come here Heifer.
Said to a little boy in nursery whose diaper was a little too low:
Crack kills.
Said while the Sacrament was being passed:
ROAR!
Said while cutting through cart traffic at the store:
Ex-squeeze me! Ex-squeeze me!
Said when I called her “Princess”:
I’m not a Princess, Momma. I’m Sarah.
Said when she had a stuffy nose:
Momma, I need to blow my nose. I have bats in the cave.
Said after my final doctor appointment:
Is Momma all better? Can I jump on you now?
Said after falling and hitting her chin:
Momma, I broke my chinney-chin-chin!
Said to Nana at 6am after the first snowfall in Logan (she squeezed Nana’s cheeks together just to make sure she was listening):
Nana, did Santa come yet? It snowed.
Said while cleaning the Thanksgiving turkey:
Grandpa, that’s a big pig!

First Snow Storm...err...Blizzard!

Well, moving up to Logan has been great so far. It's nice to be home. The mountains are close, there's hardly any traffic, and it only takes 10 minutes to drive somewhere unlike in SL. Having said that, the weather is a different story. Yes, we get snow in SL, but we don't get the tempratures Logan gets in the winter. The high, you ask? Well, it is a blistering 10 degrees. The low? Well, that is a smoldering -15 degrees. Welcome back to Sibera...err...Logan.

Sarah loves it. Her and Jon and Daisy built 2 snowmen. Sarah and I had a fun snowball fight too. Momma won, but only because Sarah stopped and ate a chunck out of each snowball she made to throw at me. It's been great fun. And, it really does feel like Christmas time. Thank goodness Thanksgiving is tomorrow otherwise we'd have a long wait till Christmas.

Daniel is doing well. He's growing right up. He had his 2 month wellness and immunizations last week. He was in the 75th percentile for his height and only in the 25th percentile for his weight. He's going to be like Sarah, tall and skinny. Do I have a future basketball star on my hands? Possibly.

Daniel is very coordinated for his age. He is 2 months old and plays with his toys. He's very aware of his hands and sees well enough to know where to move them to hit the toys and make noise. Watching young minds delevop is so neat. Just goes to show God does know what he's doing.

November Fun

Well, this month has already gone by so fast. I know it is only the 8th, but still, it's zipped right by. I go back to work on Wednesday of this week and I know time will only go by quicker.

It's been great having Jon home. Sarah loves him! He made a huge pile of leaves for her to hide and jump in. She would cover herself and then hold really still. As soon as we were close enough, she'd jump out of the leaves and shout, "Here I am!" It is so adorable! Daisy had just as much fun I think. She would jump up into the air, catch all the leaves she could, and then eat them. Jon has found this to be very entertaining. There really is a reason we call her Crazy Daisy.

Daniel is growing right up. He has learned to smile, not just when there's gas, but really smile. It is so neat. He also plays with his toys. He's only 8 weeks old, but he's figured out how to play with his toys and make rattling noises with them. He also laughs. It is a cute laugh. I can tell he's still trying to really figure out how to do it. He's such a smiley, happy baby. I couldn't ask for more. I've really enjoyed being a stay at home

mother.

Halloween

Well, I finally found my camera! Yeah!! I lost it the day of Halloween/the day Utah celebrates Halloween anyway. We carved pumpkins on Friday to start things off. Nana helped Sarah while Dada watched Daniel.

I was able to take some photos of Sarah as Cinderella and some of Daniel as Gus-Gus, but not too good of ones. They were so cute! I sewed both costumes. I went as a witch because Sarah kept saying I was one. I just went with the flow. Too bad the weather didn't cooperate this year. We've been pampered the last two Halloweens with really warm weather.

On Sunday Daniel was blest in church. It was great and Jordan gave a wonderful blessing. He blessed Daniel that he'd seek and education and enjoy learning, that he'd listen to and obey his parents, have a desire to serve a full time mission, and marry a worthy woman in the temple. He also blest him that he'd be healthy and strong. All wonderful, wonderful things.

Jon also gave his mission report since he got home from Cebu, Philippines on Thursday. It was great doing both of them together and seeing all the family. We hosted Jordan's family for the weekend. It was a great week, although busy and stressful.

October Fun

Well, it's been way too long since I've updated the blog. So much has happened so quickly. I can't believe how quickly time flies when you're enjoying life.

Daniel is growing like a weed! He's so big and he's really stretching out, just like Sarah did. The poor boy will never know what a fat roll is because he'll just stretch and stretch some more. I guess it is in the Resch genes because Jorda is way tall...then again I'm pretty tall for a girl too. I guess my kids get it from the two of us.

Sarah is adjusting to the life of big sisterhood really well. There are times she struggles with splitting Mommy's attention, but overall she's a real sport. I do try and make time for her and just her as well. I know how hard it is to go from 100% attention to 50% attention. But, we're doing really well and Sarah is very independent and plays with her toys by herself when my time is being occupied with Daniel.

I love October. One of the reasons is the smell of fall. I just love it. I also like the cooler days as well. Almost every day Sarah, Daniel and I walk to the park the "long" way which is about a mile or a little more. It's great to get out in the fresh fall air and walk. Daisy comes too and is very good about not pulling me too (as long as her gentle leader is on, anyway).

The second reason I love October is Halloween. I've been very busy making the kids costumes. Sarah is Cinderella this year and Daniel is going to be Gus-Gus. Sarah's costume is finished and I'm currently working on finishing Daniel's. If I have time I'll sew myself a Fairy Godmother costume. But, we'll just have to see how ambitious I really am.

The Pumpkin Walk is this week. Sarah, Jordan, Becca, and I went to the park to carve pumpkins for them to display around the Pumpkin Walk. Jordan's not into Halloween or decorating or anyting, but he was awesome and helped Sarah carve her pumpkin. He even enjoyed himself, I dare say. Nana watched Daniel while we went, I wasn't about to let him get chilled and sick.

So, just around the corner I'll post all the Halloween pictures! I'm so excited!!

Daniel Everett Resch

Little baby Daniel arrived at 7:04am weighing 7 lbs. 13 oz. on 09/15/10. He's so adorable! Everything went according to plan, which pleased me. Considering the horrible experience I had delivering Sarah it seemed like a breeze delivering Daniel.

My Mom and Jordan were there in the morning for the delivery. The hospital had both of them dress up in sanitary outfits, which I called "hazmat clothing." Both of them looked like scientists from a secret government facility. All they gave me was a hospital gown and a hoody, which I don't think was necessary, but the anthologist put one on me anyway when I made fun of Jordan and Mom.

When Daniel was born he was really quiet, but so was Sarah I thought. My Mom said her babies came out screaming to high heaven, but Daniel didn't cry at all till they started bathing him. Unlike with Sarah, Daniel stayed in the room with me and wasn't rushed off to the nursery. He was doing so well, there wasn't a need to take him away like they did Sarah. So Mom and Jordan were able to stay with me for the entire c-section. That was nice as well.

Later that day Sarah met her little baby brother. She was so excited to meet him. She rushed into my room and quickly introduced herself to Daniel. She kept saying, "That's a baby, Mama." I'm so glad Sarah likes her baby brother. Hopefully it stays that way for the rest of her life, too.

I got visits from Jordan's family on Wednesday afternoon. It was good to see them and they were able to hold Daniel for a little bit. Lunch made me really sick, so they ended up leaving shortly after. I don't blame them. I don't do well with anesthesia.

Fortunately by dinner I felt much better and was able to keep most of my meal, thanks to some miracle medicine the hospital gave me. Sarah saw her brother one more time that day and left with Nana to spend the night at the house.

On Friday I got a visit from my family in Logan. Auntie Becca, Auntie Liz, Grandpa, Sarah, and Nana all came to visit me. It was great to have so many come to support me during this new transition. Daniel is surely loved.

Overall, a great birthing experience.

Daniel looks a lot like Daddy, very little like Mommy, and a lot like his sister Sarah Marie. He's a very well mannered baby, doesn't cry too much, and lets me sleep for most of the night already! Last night I only woke up twice to feed him. Sarah didn't get to that point until she was about 5 months old. Of course I know there will be nights were sleep doesn't exist, like on Tuesday night when Daniel was up every 2 hours to eat, but overall he's a very, very good baby boy.

I'm still recovering from my c-section, but this go around I'm not in as much pain. I'm also very, very happy to have two beautiful children and a loving husband who is so willing to help me out. I'm not 100% normal yet, but give me another couple of weeks and I'll be back on my feet again. Thanks to everyone who sent me well wishes.

Baby Day Plan...

So, the plan for delivery day is as follows...

I go in at 5am for the c-section. I deliver around 6:30am. I'll be hooked up to IV's and an epidural for some time afterwards and won't be able to move around in labor and delivery. At this point I'm only requesting Jordan and my mom to be there, please no visitors that morning. By mid afternoon (this is my guess) I'll be moved out of labor and delivery and into a recovery room.

Sarah will come sometime in the afternoon on Wednesday to see her new baby brother. I'm requesting only family to come that afternoon, not morning, if they are to visit and would like a phone call ahead of time so I'm prepared. I'll be in the hospital till Sunday, so any visitors are welcomed to come between Thursday and Sunday, I just request a phone call first. Since I'll be there for some time, I'll be listed in the Jordan Valley Hospital directory.

Thanks everyone for your cooperation ahead of time!

Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day Weekend was great and very relaxing. My family all went to Bear Lake for the weekend, but I felt it was a little too far away from my doctor in case something happened with baby. So we decided to just spend time together in Logan as a family. It was great because I really felt like I got in some quality mommy time with Sarah before baby comes next week. I do want her to know how much I love and adore her and will not push her to the side once her baby brother arrives. I know it will be a hard adjustment for her, but I think she'll handle it with grace once she sees how cute her baby brother is and how much Mommy loves them both.

On Friday we celebrated Nana's birthday at my sister's house. It was fun getting together and visiting with Larry and Nola before they returned to California. We had a great BBQ and enjoyed giving our presents to Mom.

Saturday everyone headed off to Bear Lake, except us of course. We spent the evening together and went out to dinner. It has been a while since Jordan, Sarah, and I have gone to dinner alone without a group of others surrounding us. It was some great, and needed, family time. We then got some items for baby (wet wipes, baby powder, etc) that I'll need once baby is here.

We visited with my friend Ashley at her new home in Yorkshire development. It was fun getting together with her and her kids. Her little daughter, Kadence, is 2 months older than Sarah. So now Sarah has a new friend in Logan. Ashley just had a second little girl in May so both of our kids will be really close in age. That makes for a great play-date, I think. And both Sarah and Kadence warmed right up to each other and were laughing and giggling like they've known each other their entire life.

Sunday I had to drive back to SL for a doctor's appointment. Sarah stayed behind and went to church with Auntie Becca and Uncle Adam while Jordan and I returned to SL to repeat some tests. My doctor was on call that day, so he came in and checked on me. Everything looked fine and he sent me off to return to Logan for the remainder of the weekend.

Monday was cold, well, according to Jordan and Sarah. I thought it felt very nice outside. Anyway, we went to Elk Ridge Park up the street from my Mom's house and played for a little while. Daisy has been in recovery for the last several weeks since her ACL replacement surgery. I thought it was about time we got her out and walking and what better place to take both dog and kid than the park? Sarah enjoyed her time playing on the slides and Daisy even took a turn too.

Sarah's 3 Year Old Pictures

Sarah's Auntie Liz was kind enough to take some fabulous pictures of Sarah Marie while we were at Cottonwood this year. Since we celebrated her third birthday there, I thought it'd be wise to have her pictures done there as well. Isn't my little princess beautiful?

Sarah's birthday Party in SL

Since we celebrated Sarah's 3rd birthday at Cottonwood with my family, we decided to celebrate Sarah's birthday in Salt Lake with Jordan's side of the family. It was a lot of fun. We had a hot dog roast and cake. Daddy, ie Jordan, made the cake and let Sarah chose what to put in it. Of course, my little choco-holic decided on M&M's. So she had a vanilla cake with chocolate bits in it. From what everyone told me, it was a good cake. I got to decorate the cake for her. That's my favorite part anyway. I made another princess cake, similar to the one I made for her at Cottonwood, and decorated it up. She loved it.

After cake, we opened presents. Sarah got some new crayons, a Cinderella crown, earrings, bracelet, and necklace, some sidewalk chalk, and a new bike (that one was from Mommy and Daddy). Uncle Robert also promised to get her "Hannah Montana the Movie" which I know Sarah will love.

It was great getting together and spending some family time. I still can't believe my little baby is three!!! Time sure flies!!

Cottonwood and Sarah's 3rd Birthday!

This year we spent Sarah's 3rd birthday at Cottonwood, my heaven on earth. What a lucky girl to be able to spend her birthday in the one place everyone feels so at peace at. We arrived at Cottonwood early Thursday afternoon with Nana. We managed, Jordan, Sarah, Nana, and I, to squeeze into the truck and bus together since Dad wasn't leaving for Cottonwood until Friday night. Once we arrived we quickly unpacked and Sarah went down for a nap (poor girl didn't get much time before she had to take her nap). When she woke up Liz, Mike, Abby, and Aiden had arrived.

Thursday was rainy and cold, but last year was certainly worse weather. By the time dinner came around it had stopped raining, but hadn't warmed back up again since the sun was setting. That evening after dinner Becca and Adam arrived.

Friday morning was a beautiful day, just breezy. But it kept the flies down, so no complaints here. We were able to go for a boat ride together and get some fishing in as well. Sarah made sure everyone on the boat was safe and wearing their lifejaket, even Uncle Adam was told he had to wear his lifejacket.

Even though it was really hard for me to get in and out of a boat, being 8 months pregnant, I did it for the sake of fishing. Jordan was wonderful and was always ready to help me so I wouldn't trip of fall into the water. I'm not a fan of the pontoon boat, aka tooney boat, but I got in it and went with the flow (just as long as NO ONE MOVED!). I wasn't about to become a frozen pregnant popcicle at the bottom of Cottonwood Lake. When I caught a fish, Sarah was nice enough to help me reel it in. She's such a helper!

Becca, Abby, and Sarah spent some time on the boat together, and with my camera, so they caught some cute pictures while Jordan and I were fishing.

On Friday we also went for a treasure hunt adventure. Abby had waited a long time for her treasure hunt and was very patient. Everyone joined and watched as the kids went on search for their treasure. Jordan helped Sarah walk around the cabin area and through the meadow just to make sure she wouldn't slip and fall. With as many tree roots there are as pine needles, someone was bound to trip and fall. Luckily on the treasure hunt no one did.

The boys played rounds and rounds of horeshoes and Jordan even won a game against Mike. Jordan also won Settlers of Catan against Mike so he has the bragging rights for the year now! Jordan isn't one to boast, but he will stand by his winnings. One game of horseshoes and one game of Settlers. He's pretty proud right now.

On Saturday we had the best weather of the trip. It was nice and sunny and not even breezy. To me it was hot, but to everyone else it was perfect. We fed the squirrel, went fishing, played more horseshoe games and also had a birthday party for Sarah (since it was that very day indeed). Sarah wanted a princess party, so I made sure to give her just want she asked for. She was so excited to see Ariel on her cake and also on her tablecloth. She made sure to tell everyone who Ariel was as well.

Sarah recived a large art eisle from Auntie Becca, Uncle Adam, Auntie Liz, Uncle Mike, Abby, and Aiden. She was so excited! She wanted to open it right then, but I told her she'd have to wait so we wouldn't lose any peices.

Sarah received a Bitty Baby from Nana and Grandpa who she named Rosie. She loves her little baby doll. She even told me when she was hungry and when it was time for little Rosie to take her nap. Sarah's very nurturing. She had a wonderful party with her cousins and Aunties and Uncles.

On Sunday it was time to go home. We stopped in Logan for lunch, and for a driving break, before heading back into Salt Lake. It was a grumbling 4 1/2 hour trip back home. But, we did it! It was worth the traffic and the grumbling just to be able to go to Cottonwood. I'm grateful we're able to go there every year. I hope to make it there at least twice next year!

Pioneer Weekend

Pioneer Weekend was a lot of fun. We spent our time off at Bear Lake. There we celebrated cousin/nephew Aiden's 2nd birthday. Wow, time sure flies! I remember when he was born and it seems like yesterday!! Sarah's birthday is right around the corner and we'll be celebrating it at Cottonwood this year since that's where we'll be. Princess' can live in the woods, right?

Sarah had a lot of fun playing in the sun and sand. She could hardly stand not being in her swim suit all the time! Between turning into a mermaid on the beach and swimming in the lake with the fishes, it was an adventureous weekend all round.

Sarah even had a chance to "jump" off the boat and into the lake. Of course, being 8 months pregnant, I didn't think it'd be wise for me to jump off too. Luckily Sarah has a loving Auntie Becca and Uncle Adam who were willing to jump into the water with her.

She was all about going in at first, then she realized how cold the water was. She wasn't too enthralled after that. But, she was the best out of the three kids. Aiden wanted to jump in too, but then quickly began screaming. Abby was apprehensive all around, but she got in and then quickly took herself right back out. Sarah lasted the longest by far. What a champ.

Saturday night we headed back to Logan and watched the North Logan Pioneer Day fireworks. Sarah is so confused now. Everytime we go to Nana and Grandpa's house she thinks we're going to see fireworks now. Well, firework season is over and Sarah will just have to wait another year to watch them. Unless, of course, I end up taking her to some football games this fall.

Well, Sarah is sure growing up quickly. I wish I could slow time down, but with this pregnancy I just want things to go quickly for a little while. 6 weeks and 6 days left. Whew, I can do this!!!

Garden

So, here are some pictures of my beautiful garden. I don't think I have a green thumb like my mother or any of my grandmothers, but I do like to grow things--especially lilies. Lilies have been my long time favorite flower. In fact, lilies were the main flower at my wedding nearly 7 years ago.
I like to think my garden is a little unique. I love planting flowers you can't buy just anywhere. Of course I do have some of the usual, like lavender, but I have other flowers and plants that haven't been seen in nurseries here in Salt Lake. Thier names? Well, that's for the gardener to keep to herself :o).
Thanks to my little sister for telling me what colors of plants to plant in my garden and for my mom who mainly designed the layout of my garden 5 years ago. Just goes to show someone who knows what their doing, ie my mother, beautiful gardens are created.

Delivery Date Scheduled

Well, I went to my doctor appointment today and scheduled the delivery date for my little guy. He will be born Wednesday September 15th at the bright and early hour of 6:30am. For those of you who want to visit while in the hospital, I'll give you details later. Please don't plan on visiting the day of the birth since I'll be in recovery till at least evening time and into the next day. Chances are mommy won't be looking or feeling her best and I do need time to recover.

July Update

Well, I haven't realized how long it's been since I've updated the blog. Normally I'm really good at this and it's already been over a week. Time flies, that's for certain.

July has been a lot of fun and it's also been really stressful. Sarah loves to swim! I wish I had a swimming pool in my backyard just for her. Perhaps she'll get a little kiddie one for her birthday come August. She asks me almost every day to let her run through the sprinklers out back. Since she's so cute, it's hard for me to resist.

We've gone to Bear Lake a couple of times this year already and each time has been a lot of fun, although a little chilly. We look forward to going again soon and hopefully the weather is more beach worthy than in the 70's.

Daisy also decided to tear her other ACL in the other back leg. So she's going in for surgery today. She just loves to chase tennis balls too much. Swimming is good for her, but running is what tore it last time and consequently this time as well. No more tennis balls Daisy!!

Baby seems to be doing well. I had to take the 1 hour glucose tolerance test and I failed. So they called me back in to take the longer 4 hour glucose test. I was high on the normal range scale, but my doctor told me to attend a diabetes class and also monitor my glucose. I was the same last time, borderline gestational diabetes, but he never told me to take a class. Last time, however, when I took the test, I was already on bed rest due to preeclampsia and I was only 23 and not 26. So I think age and history have something to do with his decision. Gestational diabetes and preeclampsia are tied together. So now I'm restricted to a diabetes diet. I'm not too excited about this development, but I have to do what's best for the baby and myself. Who knows, maybe this new diet will not only be good for me, but the rest of the family as well.

My next appointment, which is Monday, I get to chose the date of my son's birth. Kind of weird, I know. But I'm having a planned c-section, so I get to choose. Unless, of course, something does go wrong as it did last time. When I know the date, I'll be sure to post it.

4th of July

My 4th of July was great. We started off the weekend by going to a Real SL soccer game on Friday. It was a blast with my entire, save Jon, family there. Justin and Lindsey were up from Arizona for a cousins wedding on her side and were able to spend part of the weekend with us. Real won 5-0 making for an exciting game. We saw fireworks and Sarah was just estatic. She kept laughing and pointing at the fireworks and announcing to everyone that those big sparkles in the sky were fireworks. It was adorable.

On Saturday we spent time at Bear Lake. It was great fun. I wish I could spend all my summer days there and at Cottonwood. That would be heaven to me. Sarah loved it. It was a bit chilly because of the wind, but all a kid needs is a bucket, a shovel, and an inch of water and they will have fun. Sarah loved spending time with her cousins Abby and Aiden as well. She loves them and is always asking to see them.

Sunday we spent in Logan. It was a nice, relaxing Sunday. That evening my sisters threw me a "sprinkle" baby shower. It was a lot of fun. Thanks to everyone who came! I had a blast. Also, Anna mentioned to me that she is planning a SLC baby shower for the end of July. So, I'm looking forward to that.

Monday and Tuesday were spent at Bear Lake. Jordan took those days off work so he was able to join us. We had a lot of fun. It was windy again, but I thought it felt pretty nice outside. Everyone else said it was a little chilly. I suppose being pregnant I am warmer blooded right now.

I wish the week lasted longer, but alas, life must return. Looking forward to Pioneer weekend.

Summer Fun

Well, we had an eventful start to the weekend. On Friday Anna, Meghann, Sarah, and I went to a Real SL soccer game. It was a lot of fun. I hadn't been to one yet, so when Uncle DelLoy said he'd give me free tickets since he owns the soccer team, I was all for it. They've had games already beginning in March, but this was the first time I was able to make it. It was a lot of fun!! Watching the game brought back memories of the 11 years I played soccer not only for me, but Megs as well. We actually met playing soccer in 4th grade and have been friends ever since. Kind of neat, huh.

Anna enjoyed the game as well, 'even though no one scored.' Most of our key players are at the World Cup right now, so we were down a little. But, I thought we did really well and it was great fun watching soccer once again. I can't wait till Sarah is old enough to play. Another couple of years and she'll be all set. She's been asking me for a soccer ball for her birthday. A child after my own heart :o)

Saturday we went swimming at Grandma Resch's apartment. It was a lot of fun. Sarah loves swimming. I lathered myself with sunscreen but somehow still ended up getting burned (just a little) even after I covered myself just as well as I covered Sarah, who by the way, didn't get burned at all. Pregnancy hormones. Enough said.

We were all so tired by the time we got home, we all took about a 3 hour nap. I took a 2 hour nap knowing if I slept any longer I wouldn't fall asleep that night. We spent a quiet evening at home, since it was really hot outside.

Sunday we went to church as usual. I was released from my Primary teaching calling. I'm sad, yet relieved. With all the things happening in my life right now, including pregnancy, it's been hard to be a consistent teacher. I would want a reliable teacher for Sarah, so when they asked me what I wanted, I told them for the kids sake it'd be best to release me. That was over a month ago. But now I'm released and am looking forward to going to Relief Society. Anna has been released as Primary Pianist, so she gets to go to Relief Society with me as well. That will be a welcomed changed for the both of us. We spent a relaxing, lazy day at home--thanks to the sweltering summer sun--and enjoyed the AC inside. All in all, a great weekend.

Summer Fest

Well, this last weekend was fun! I took Sarah to the Summer Fest in Logan on Friday. They had a booth at the Summer Fest for kids to get their faces painted for $5. Instead of spending $5, I did it myself! My theater makeup wasn't handy at Liz's house, so I used craft paints instead. Not too shabby, I must say. Sarah wanted a mask like butterfly on her face like her cousin Abby had. Liz did Abby's face with the colors she chose out. They looked so cute together! And I saved $5 thanks to Liz's pre-warning.

Saturday we spent the day at Bear Lake. I left my camera in the cabin, so I didn't get any pictures. Sarah had a blast playing on the beach with her bucket and shovel. Daisy wouldn't get out of the water! We were the only ones there, which really surprised me since it was a beautiful day!! I did get a little sunburned, but not bad. Just enough to make my nose and cheeks pink and my arms as well.

Later that night we went to the cabin up Logan Canyon for a winnie roast. Grandpa Harris wanted the family to get together for Father's Day so we all piled in the car and went up. It was a lot of fun. Sarah had fun playing with her cousins and second cousins. She wasn't quite sure what to do with all the kids around, but she had a blast on the swing and roasting her hot dog.

Sunday we went to church and then headed over to Liz's for a Father's Day BBQ. It was very yummy! We ate outside and enjoyed the weather. I just sat around, since it was so hot and my feet were swelling, and enjoyed the shade of the maple trees in her backyard. We enjoyed a dutch oven peach cobbler for dessert. Yum!

Monday we went to Toy Story 3, which was really cute. Jordan thought it was better than the first and the second. I thought it was just as good as the other three. First movie at the theater Sarah sat all the way through without asking to go to the bathroom! That's pretty impressive for a 2 year old!!

Then the extended weekend ended too quickly and we had to head back to SL. I wish time didn't slip by so quickly!!! I enjoyed the weather, although hot, and the time spent with my family. Can't wait for more days like this to come!!

Doughnut Falls Hike

Well, Saturday was such a nice day, I couldn't waste it sitting in an air conditioned house--so I set off for the mountains and some needed fresh air. It was still really muddy, thanks to the melting snow pack up in the mountains, but the hike was very fun. I called it an "adventure" for Sarah so she'd stick it out longer. Unfortunately the trail only got more muddy and snowy the further we went and I had to call it quits before we got to Doughnut Falls because I didn't want to slide/fall/trip while pregnant. But it was still a great hike nonetheless.

Anna and Karina came with us as well. After the hike, which was cut short, we had a picnic in the car. Most places were full of other people and/or muddy/too close to the raging Cottonwood Canyon River for a mother's comfort. Regardless, it was great fun. After wards we went home and Sarah got to run through the sprinklers in the backyard for the first time this season for about an hour while I did some yard work. She was so excited! She soaked herself, which resulted in a bath, and then took a 3 1/2 hour nap.

Baby's due in about 3 months!! Yeah!!! Counting down the days till little ones in my arms. And when I can finally say I'm not dying from overheating!! Thank goodness for AC's.

Memorial Weekend

We had a great Memorial Weekend. First I took off Friday so I went up to Logan on Thursday night. We all helped Becca pack her apartment and load up furniture to move into Mom's house until her new home is finished being built just down the street from my parent's home. It was a lot of work, and being pregnant, mostly sat and watched everyone load things onto the trailer. But, I did help pack. Friday we went on a hike in Logan canyon up Card Canyon where my grandparents have a cabin. We hiked a fairly even trail, which Daisy loved!, and then had a picnic back at the cabin. After which, we went swimming. Sarah must've lapped the pool at least 10 times which resulted in a long 3 hour nap, 2 hours of which I slept as well. It was a well deserved nap for all. It was so cute watching her little legs kick and her arms paddle. She was so happy to be in the water and I'm glad she loves swimming as much as I do. I have a future diving buddy in the making.

Saturday was busier since we decorated graves. We also helped Becca and Adam finish packing and cleaning their apartment. It's a lot of work to move!! Sarah was a sport and entertained their dog, Chubbs, while I helped pack and clean their kitchen. After, we returned to Nana's to take a nap. Jordan and I later went on a date while Dad, Becca, Adam, Liz, Mike, Aiden, and Abby all went to the SL Real soccer game. I didn't feel like driving all the way back to SL just to turn around and drive back to Logan. So I decided to stay in Logan and go on a date with Jordan while Nana got some time with Sarah. It was fun for all.

Sunday we had a nice Sunday dinner all together as family. We were only missing Justin and Lindsey-who live in Arizona- and Jon who returns home from his mission at the end of October. It ended up being a nice day and Sarah got to play with all her cousins in the backyard and jump on the tramp. She loves playing with her cousins.

Monday we went to Bear Lake for a few hours. We got in some beach time, but the water was too cold for any of the kids to swim in and the temperature outside wasn't much better, and collected seashells. Sarah had a lot of fun playing in the sand. What she learned is that if you grab a handful of sand and the wind blows in your face, the sand ends up in your hair. Silly girl. She had a lot of fun. Then we returned to Logan for Sarah to take her nap. Then we had to head home :o(. That's always the hardest part about having a great weekend.