Pretty Toes Mommy!

Normally I wouldn't blog about getting a pedicure, but Chloe's reaction was PRICELESS. Now, you have to understand that I veryrarely get a pedicure. In fact, this was only my second one ever, so she has never seen me with such gorgeous toes! Usually I just slap on some paint myself or let Andraia try her hand at painting them. This time they are shiny, purple and have flowers on them. A few hours after my pedicure we had gone out to dinner with my parents. As soon as we got home, Chloe insisted I take off my shoes and sit down so she could admire my toes! She kept saying "Pretty toes, Mommy!" And counting them. She is too funny!!

Its Your 5AM Wake-up Call!!

Have you ever gone to the doctor with a 'minor' complaint only to find out that you've been unnecessarily living with something for far too long? I made a visit to my doctor a few weeks ago to talk about some everyday issues only to find out that I needed some different medications than the ones I was taking. I hadn't realized it until then that I had been battling some really severe issues ever since Chloe was born (almost 2 years ago). It was a real wake up call that I need to do a better job listening to my own body and taking my own symptoms more seriously. I am always so good at sending Earl and the kids to the doctor at the slightest hint of a problem, but I'm not so good when it comes to myself. So, ladies. I hope you are all doing a better job than I am. Take care of yourselves. Don't live with something you think is minor because you are making yourself a priority. I was lucky that my situation wasn't any worse and am starting to feel like a completely new person. I didn't realize how bad it was until it started getting better. Don't follow my example.

Wonderful Birthintine's Day!

It has always been really fun having my birthday on Valentine's Day. It makes for a day filled with love, family and friends. I have enjoyed celebrating it in many different ways over the years. Earl always makes sure to treat me like a princess which isn't always easy with busy schedules and busy kids!

This year my birthday consisted of....presents from dear friends, text message from my dad and brother, cards from Earl and the kids, many lovely emails and facebook posts from my friends and family, relaxing at home while Earl took the kids to run errands and keep them out of my hair (that was lovely!), and ...... Stake Conference! I have to admit Stake Conference wouldn't normally be my first choice of ways to spend my birthday, but I'm so glad that Earl and I decided to listen to the spirit and attend the adult session last night. We heard some much needed speakers and got to sit by our friends. It was a very special treat to sit with Earl on one side of me and one of my BFFs, Mindy, on the other. And no kids climbing on us and asking for toys, treats and trips to the drinking fountain. That was heavenly!!

After the session was over, some of the adults from our ward met at our ward building for dinner and dessert. It was very nice. We had a great time joking around with and getting to know some great people. And Mindy's yummy cheesecake was the best dessert of the night! I probably could have lived without Judy and Alisa having the entire room sing "Happy Birthday" to me, but it was really very sweet of them to acknowledge that it was my birthday! Alisa, I forgive you for letting Judy 'pressure' you into that! ;)

One of the best blessings of the night was coming home to happy, pajama-clad children. Camryn, the daughter of my good friend, Jacque, tag-teamed with Spencer to take care of the little kids. Our girls sure enjoyed having her here!

It was a really wonderful Birthintine's Day!

16 Years

Earl and I celebrated our 16 wedding anniversary tonight. The actual date was yesterday, but when you have to be at a class in SLC from 6-8 on Thursdays, it makes it hard to do much celebrating.

We had some wonderful babysitters tonight who really love our kids like they were their own. Thanks you guys for making us a part of your family! It makes it so much easier to go have fun and know they are all having fun, too!

We had a pretty 'basic' date-night, but since that doesn't happen very often, we really enjoyed it! Dinner at Mimi's, good conversation (still mostly about the kids, but less interruptions!)

It was very nice! Love you sweetie!