Who ever heard of "dirthog" day??

After picking Thomas up from school today I had a cute little conversation with him

Thomas: Mom - I hope the warthog doesn't see his shadow
Mom: What?
Thomas: No, No - I mean the Dirthog - I hope the dirthog doesn't see his shadow
Mom: (I was not following - blond moment really...) I don't know what you're talking about.
Thomas: Mom! (very irritated) - You know the dirthog - if he sees his shadow there is 6 more weeks of winter??
Mom: Oh (finally getting it) - you mean groundhog - if the groundhog sees his shadow
Thomas: Yes mom -that's what I said!!

Worst mother of the year award!!!

OK - I should have posted this awhile ago - but I am thinking I must have been traumatized so I put it off a bit. Anyway, a couple of weeks ago we were at my mom's house and Thomas was playing with a small football (that happened to be very flat). He was biting on the end of it and poking me with the other end - so I grabbed the ball and pulled it out... along with his tooth. Oh my - there was screaming (freaked Thomas out and I am sure it probably hurt!) as well as lots of blood. I felt horrible!!! Though I have to say he had to eventually lose a tooth - he is the only one in his class that has not lost one yet. Anyway, after about 10 minutes of freaking out - I finally calmed him down by telling him the "Tooth Fairy" brings $5.00 for the first tooth (yeah - shelled out big bucks for that one). Anyway, in the long run - it ended up okay - but sheesh!! Not a good night for me. Anyway, he lost his second one on Friday - he pulled it out himself at school. He was quite thrilled with the cool little tooth box he got but no so thrilled for the measly dollar he got. Oh well - teeth are becoming a very stressful thing at our house!

Proud to be an American!

Yesterday was a great and historic day for our nation. To my surprise, I became a bit emotional as I watched our 44th president take his oath of office. It became very clear to me at that point of how great a nation we live in that respects the voice of its people- even if it was different than my voice. I did not vote for Obama - but I respect the process that put him into office. I listened to his speech and realized that his best interest is this country and I really feel he will do his best to lead us in the direction we need to go. Politics is an interesting thing - especially working in an environment where political views can differ greatly from mine. I don't mind - that is what makes this nation great. We have our opinions and we should respect other's opinions - even if we don't agree. Watching the inauguration yesterday reminded me what it is to be an American. I am grateful for a system that I feel is an inspired system that allows people to vote for an individual they feel will do our country the greatest good. I am very blessed to be an American and to witness this piece of history for our nation. I will support this President whole heartily and hope to see greatness from him!

Another quick update...

Hi Everyone - I just wanted to let you know that we got the results back from my surgery and all is okay! The doctor is recommending though that I go back and remove everything because I have had the same problem twice (in his words - I have dodged a bullet twice now)- so now the decision needs to be made as to if we are actually done having kids or not. I never thought this would be such a hard decision but it really is because of how final it is. I don't know - Andrew and I are now faced with this dilemma - I guess we will see what happens. As difficult as this decision is however, we feel very blessed that this was nothing too big and that I am basically doing fine. Scary stuff - but all is well! Thanks to everyone who kept us in your prayers!!

Birthday Fun!!!

On Friday we celebrated Kate's birthday with her first friend party at Jumpin Jacks. Everyone had a great time and as can be seen by the pictures, even the "Big Kids" had fun. Thanks everyone for coming and celebrating with us!!

Happy Birthday Kate!

Amy and her daughter Billie from our ward.

Hang on Sol!

Misty with her son Ethan and niece KyLee.

She had had enough at this point - grabed her bottle and fell right where she was standing! Pretty funny!

That would be Kate!!

Cute Thomas!

Darin and his boys!

Darin, Andrew, the two tiny kids and some random child having fun!

Kate enjoying the present time!

Happy First Birthday Mattie (a day late!)

Mattie is 1! - is anyone else out there as stunned as I am??? Time flew and I am in shock that my baby is really a toddler - out to conquer her world! Mattie was our surprise baby, but I must say that never have I felt that she wasn't supposed to be a part of our family. Since the moment I laid eyes on here (meaning on the ultra sound in the doctors office) I knew this beautiful baby was meant to be here at this time. She has added a little extra spunk to our family and I am grateful she is here. She is full smiles and laughter and she gives the best baby hugs you could ask for. Her favorite things are monkeys (not a joke) and she loves her big brother and sister more than anything - except for maybe her daddy! She is my cuddle baby and my favorite moments with her are in the mornings when I go to get her out of bed or when I pick her up from her babysitter and I am greeted with a sweet "hi" and a big hug. Perfect!!! Makes me smile every time. She is a sweet baby and we love her and again are grateful she is part of our little family!!