Monday, September 28, 2009


As most of you know, I have some O.C.D. in me, and I am very planned out and organized. Whether I am planning out my day, what I need to do tomorrow, what I need to get done or what my plans are for the upcoming week, or what my goals and plans are for the next year, and even the rest of my life. I like to have a plan!! I'm afraid I've been this way most of my life. As a child and especially a teenager, I always liked to look forward to the upcoming years of my life. (Turns out, I should have stay more focused on the present time :)) I had all the "ideal images" in my head for where I would be and what I would be doing at certain points in my life. As far as I was concerned, I had it all figured out and everything was going to turn out JUST how I planned it....WRONG!!! As my 25th birthday is approaching in a few days, I come to realize that my "plan" that I had as a teenager is nowhere NEAR what I thought it would be by the time I was 25. In fact, it could not be more opposite... But, despite the fact that my "plan" and "image" failed, I could not be happier with Heavenly Father's plan for me instead. I like to think that while I was dreaming up my life, He was probably chuckling and thinking "girl, you have no idea what you are in for!" :) Not really, but I really had no clue what I was in for... Just when I think that I can't do it anymore, and life is too hard, and my situation is too heavy on my shoulders, I am given more strength and endurance to keep going a little further. Happens every time. I do not wish this situation upon anyone, but I know it was handed to me for a reason. I have been blessed with so many things in my life, but my #1 blessing so far has been my son. Again, just when I think I can't do it anymore, all I have to do is look at him and then I remember that I CAN do this. I know we are all guilty of sitting on our "pity potty" once in a while, and I probably sit on mine more often than I should... But it doesn't take me too long to remember my blessings and what I am thankful for. The picture above is one I took a few weeks ago near my house of the sun setting. It is images like this that help me to remember how lucky we are to enjoy the beauty of this earth that God created for us to life a happy and healthy life and return to him someday. I am so grateful for the family and friends and examples that I am surrounded by. I love you all so much!!

And always remember...
"It's ok to sit on your pity potty once in awhile, just remember to flush when you are finished" :)


Thursday, September 24, 2009

Where Did It Go?!

Wow, I cannot believe that September is almost over! Where did the month go?!

Well it's been a few weeks so I just wanted to post a few happenings....HAPPY 23RD BIRTHDAY MATT!! On Monday was Matt's birthday, so I cooked dinner for him and his girlfriend, Abby. It was fun to have them over, especially because we are all so busy that we rarely get together.

Matt and Abby babysat Carsyn while I went to the BYU/Florida State game. Apparently Carsyn tried to make the moves on Abby haha. I appreciated them helping me out though. It was fun to get in our blue game day gear :)


So I have been doing lots of "projects" lately to keep myself busy and occupied. Oh, and I just love to organize :) Last Thursday's project was to clean out my storage closet under the stairs. I took 2 car loads of stuff to DI and kept a few things to give away. Since I am nowhere near having another baby, and don't really have room to store stuff anyways, these are for grabs! Any boy babys on the way out there? The bassinet above (which Carsyn didn't even use because he wouldn't sleep!) is very cute and nice. The wheels are convenient and the bassinet part just lifts off of the stand. Good storage on the bottom too!

I really liked this carseat. The buckle was really easy to function and it lifts off of the base smoothly.
So if anyone is interested, or if you know of anyone please let me know! :)

Monday, September 14, 2009

Family Home Evening


So I've tried really hard over the years to have Family Home Evening every week with Carsyn (I might have missed a few weeks...) Especially since Carsyn is getting older. I usually have an activity (to keep the 5 year old's attention) and then incorporate a lesson around it. For MONTHS he has been begging for me to take him bowling. Finally, I gave in. So a few weeks ago that was our Family Home Evening activity. The lesson was that sometimes in life we face obstacles and trials (the pins) and with strength and faith (the ball) we can knock them down. The stronger we are and the more faith we have, and as long as we are following the straight and narrow path we will be able to knock them down and overcome them. Sometimes we are weaker and only able to knock a few down at a time, but that is why we are given more chances. Anyways, you get the idea :)

Tonight we decided to go to the single's ward Family Home Evening. Country themed. (obviously) I refreshed my swing and line dancing abilities out on the dance floor and Carsyn and I got our pictures taken with our sweet western gear :)

He posed so cute and I missed it every time! Oh well...he still looks cute :)

Well, there are few examples of our awesome Family Home Evening's together. I'm so grateful for Carsyn and the joy that he brings to my life. Although some days I wonder how I will ever be able to survive this time in my life, all I have to do is look at his precious angelic smile and remember why he is here.... I'm so grateful for the role that I play as a mother. Mommy loves you, Carsyn!

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Labor Day


I love sunsets...


Me and Chance


Carsyn and Chance
Taking Carsyn and Breeah for a ride
Since I had a long Labor Day weekend I decided to go home to Lovell and spend it with my family. We went camping on the beautiful Big Horn mountains and had a great time riding the horses and 4-wheelers. Carsyn LOVES being outside and getting dirty. Typical boy! He had a blast with his cousins and it was a nice relaxing break. It was also nice to be home hanging out with my parents for a few nights. There's no place like HOME :)