Yesterday was my baby girl's birthday. She got a Zhu Zhu pet (the last one because I'm awesome..or maybe just lucky!) and mermaid jewelry. We met Aunt Karla and cousin Danni for lunch and then Adam and I took the kids to IHOP for dinner. Afterward we came home and had cake. Here are some pics of my monkeys...
I decided to use the "4" and "2" candles to incorporate a math lesson.. ;)
My beautiful girl!
Josh
Brady
Camdy
This past week has been pretty busy and emotional. I had so many mood swings,I feel bad for my poor family. I was ornery,then depressed,then cranky again. It just never stopped. Hopefully things will get back to normal for awhile.
On Thursday the 25th my Grandma died. She was my last living grandparent. My parents took care of her for the last 6 months of her life. I know that it was hard on them but they rarely complained. My mom would just say that it was a privilege to take care of her. I've always had such great love and respect for my parents and that has only increased during these past few months. The last time I saw my grandma when she was alert was a few weeks ago. When the kids and I left I said, "give hugs and kisses" (like I always do) and Camden went right over to his great grandma and laid his head on her lap. That night was when she took a turn for the worse and her health declined. I'm very grateful that my kids got to know Grandma before she died. Her funeral was planned for the 29th in Wyoming.
On Saturday the 27th my sweet Joshie was baptized. He was worried about it for such a long time and then after he spoke to the bishop,his excitement was overwhelming. It was a wonderful day! I had tears in my eyes as he was baptized,I was just so happy for him and such a proud mom. His Aunt Jen gave him a few gifts including a beautiful baptism book which some of the family signed. Here are a few pictures...(I wish I could crop myself out but alas,that is how I really look) :P
Josh with Mom and Dad
With Grandpa Southern
With Grandma and Grandpa Southern
With Grandpa and Grandma Shorter
with his Aunt Jan and Aunt Jen
Posing with his gifts
On Sunday morning I left for Wyoming with my sister and my niece. A niece of mine said she would watch my kids while Adam went to work yesterday and I appreciated that so much.
That afternoon,my mom,my sisters and I went to the funeral home so we could be there while Grandma was dressed by my aunts. My mom helped dress her as well. It was a really neat experience for me.
That night there was a viewing with the family and afterward a few of us went to visit some other family members that live in Wyoming. We played Pictionary and we had a lot of fun.
The funeral was yesterday and it was a very peaceful service. My brother and one of my cousins were the speakers. Their talks really brought a wonderful spirit. One minute they would make us laugh and the next,they would make us cry. It was a great service and I'm so glad I was able to be there. Last night was the hardest night I've had since she died. I cried a lot but this morning I felt a lot better.
Unfortunately I left my camera at home (even though it was right next to my bag) and I didn't get any pictures to post. :( Thank goodness my sister brought her camera.
It will seem strange not to have any grandparents to go visit. However I'm so glad that they are reunited with their spouses and free from suffering.
R.I.P Grandma. I miss you.
Here is a pic of my preggo-ness...
I'm 22 weeks along and feeling really good. I'm getting more energy and my house is slowly getting cleaner. (I'm also rockin' that Care Bear bandaid!)
Here is our "new" car...
It's a 1991 Chevy Corsica for Adam to drive to work and school. Yay for having a second car..hopefully it won't break down any time soon. ;)
Here is the new Eclipse poster...
While I like it,I wish they would have had a Victoria shot somewhere on it. Either way it makes me WAY excited for June!
Here is my oldest..
he is going to be baptized this Saturday. He did so well at his interview with the bishop last night that I couldn't stop smiling at his cute comments. I'm so proud of him!
I had my ultrasound today. All went well and the baby is healthy and perfect. It's a beautiful baby girl! We are all so excited!! The kids are really anxious for her to be born now. We can't wait for July!
Brady got a hair cut a few days ago. It makes him look so much older..
When Brady was taking his bath,I foolishly left the bathroom for a split second. I came back to this...
Who says you can't take a bath with your clothes on?
~Is anyone else ready for spring weather? I'm tired of being cold and I'm tired of sickies. I finally get over morning sickness only to get sick. I've been sick for almost 2 weeks now. I went into the doctor last Friday and I have strep. The antibiotics have made a huge difference though,I feel so much better. Unfortunately my house is like a war zone now.
~Adam is working with his brother again. It looks like there will be enough work for awhile,so that is great news. One of the guys in Adam's class said that the company he works for is hiring right now so Adam is going to apply there. We are going to start looking for another car too. With Adam going to work all day and then school 4 nights a week,we need another car for him.
~My pregnancy is going great. I am 18 weeks along now,so my ultrasound is in 2 weeks! The kids are so excited,they can't wait to see the baby on the screen. My due date is still July 26th.
~We are going to get Josh baptized next month. He's warmed up to the idea a little more and he is excited to be in scouts now.
~Brianna is still loving school and church. When she has to miss either one,she is so sad she cries. She loves reading with Grandpa every night too.
~Brady is my computer guy. He always wants to play PBS kids or watch movies. He takes great care of Camden and always says "Camden is the cutest brother ever!"
~Camden is growing up too fast. He says so many things now,like "pease"(please),"baff" (bath)and "oh,man!". He likes to imitate his siblings which is good and bad. He's received a lot of owies as a result of imitating their stunts.
Well that's about all for now. I'll be able to blog about my ultrasound in a few weeks though! :)
