Funny Happenings

I wanted to snap a picture but I was too busy enjoying the moment.

The kids were playing outside while I was making dinner. I went to check on them and found Stephen in a tree with Jack's stuffed animal cat (that he carry's everywhere and has named kitty katty). Jack was on the ground with a stick trying to reach the cat and help it out of the tree.

Stephen told me he had placed the cat high in the tree and was training his brother to be a firefighter because sometimes firefighters have to help get cats out of trees.

Once Jack would get the cat down with his stick, Stephen would try a new spot.

By the time dinner was done cooking they came running inside and Jack was so excited because he thought he was an official fireman. He told me Stephen had trained him and said he was fireman ready. And since all it takes to be a fireman is a little training from Stephen, I couldn't disagree with him.

I love the way kids minds work.

After dinner it was fun to pull out my old firefighting photos and show the kids that their old mom used to be one of those "cool" firefighters.

They were a little more interested in watching a cartoon, but I had fun reminiscing.

Happy St. Patricks Day

I just wanted to share two words that bring complete joy and peace to my life right now...

SPRING BREAK!!!!!!!!

Snuggly Time

With all of the snow we have been getting, there has been plenty of time to watch a few good shows.

I recently watched "The Brothers Bloom" not expecting to like it that much and was pleasantly surprised. The movie had humor, action, and romance (ahhh)

So for those of you stuck inside, you will have to rent it!

Along with movies and lots of homework, I have been making some jewelry. Very fun and addicting. I want to post pics of what I made to get some feed back. So look for some jewelry posts.

Dreaded the Snow, But turns out it can be a good thing!

I was a little sad when I first heard about this big snow storm we were suppose to have. I am ready for spring and warm weather (I know, I know it is still January). But it turned out to be well needed.

After enduring a tough week of school and not getting in much family time, a nice storm was perfect to force us to be together. I have night classes Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday night and I had a Primary meeting and a basketball game Thursday and Friday night. (By the way who knew Church Ball could be so fun!)

So the kids were begging for some family time! Plus I was able to deep clean (much needed) a little and catch up on laundry.

The kids were really excited about the snow so we pulled out our big sled and ran them up and down the street taking shifts pulling the rope. We probably looked crazy, but the kids told me "this is the best day ever." So I think they enjoyed it.

Also, my little brag moment:

I googled myself to see how many times I have been published for the articles I've written for my new class. It was exiting to see that all the articles I have written have been published by different newspapers around the area, some of the articles multiple times. So all this crazy busy time does show some accomplishment.

Chipmunk Cheeks

My poor Stephen. Unfortunately I cannot say he is purposefully puffing out his left cheek. Over a year ago he had a cavity filled and somehow that same cavity got infected and he swelled up last week. The pictures do not do it justice. The swelling had actually gone down quite a bit. These pictures are just before our trip to the Dentist to get it pulled. He was such a trooper! He did really well with the dentist but I could tell it was really painfull. As the Dentist finished pulling the tooth I saw tears streaming down his cheeks. He didn't full on kick and scream from the pain until I carried him out to the car. It was really sad but he put on a brave face for the doctor. I was also informed by the dentist that he will most likely need braces in the future because his mouth is too small. Yippee. Overall, not a fun visit to the dentist.

Just one question... is it wrong I am posting such non flattering pictures of my son for millions to see?:) Just too cute! I think he had a little fun when posing for me.

Amelia Goes to the Capitol

So this week started my first week of school for the semester. Well officially school does not start until next week, except for this one class. The class entails being a reporter covering the General Assembly. Not intimidating at all right?

So as of yesterday I received my official press badge permitting me to enter the capitol without being serched and the General Assembly building.

To be honest, I felt a little important and a lot out of place as I went and introduced myself to Senators and Delegates.

Should make for an interesting and challenging semester.

Side note: I didn't realize how my wardrobe is completely unprofessional and totally mommy-ized. I need to work on that one.