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! :)

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!

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 :)

Cruise!

Shootin some hoops and playing speed

Formal Night :)

Me and our boat

Something I've wanted to do for a LONG time....go on a CRUISE!! I finally was able to go in June. I got 3 other friends to go with me and we booked it within a month. It was such a blast and a VERY much needed vacation. We ported out of Miami, Florida and sailed to the islands of CoCo Cay and Nassau, Bahamas. It was so beautiful! It was rainy and yucky for part of the time, but when the sun came out it was amazing!

Way to go, Carsyn!!

I just barely turned my camera on in time!! (He's # 4 in the blue jersey and red shorts) He was so excited that he scored his first point, that he even came over to give Mom a hug :) He played so well! And he definitely has enough energy for it! haha It's gonna be a fun season :)

Update

Ok, so an update on me and Carsyn...

This summer has been fun, but gone by WAY too fast! I started a new job the beginning of August. It was somewhat of a tough decision and quite sudden, but I'm happy with my new job. I just felt the prompting that I needed to start looking, and one thing led to another and everything just seemed to fall into place. I now work for 2 general dentists in Orem. Dr. Peacock and Dr. Ball. Dr. Peacock has been practicing for many years, and a few years ago Dr. Ball joined him and bought the practice. Dr. Ball served a spanish speaking mission, so the majority of his patients speak Spanish and I am in awe everyday just listening to his receptionists communicating with them! haha. I've learned a few new words, and who knows, maybe I'll be speaking Spanish soon? :) The Dr.'s are very laid back and easy going and very fun to work for, but also run a very professional business. So it is a good mix. I have enjoyed working there and truely know that I made a very good decision, after A LOT of praying and pondering. It will be a huge adjustment with the income decrease, but I know it will totally be worth it. I am enjoying VERY much working part time and having a few days off to just be at home and get things done. Maybe someday I will get another part time job to fill the days off, but for right now I am very much enjoying my time at home!

Well, my "baby" started Kindergarten this week....where has the last 5 years gone?! Carsyn is so excited to be a Kindergartener. The kindergarten is actually in his daycare, so it works out perfectly. I drop him off, he gets a good breakfast and lunch, and then after school is over he can just stay there until I get off of work. His school is awesome and very organized. Even though I have not enjoyed having to drop him off everyday for the last 4 years, it is very comforting to know he is safe and learning so much. In preperation for school, he got his teeth cleaned (free dental, HUGE bonus for working for a dentist :)) and his Kindergarten shots last week. He was soooooo brave! He was very nervous for the shots, but knew they were coming and was so strong. Of course he cried as he was getting them, but I could not believe how brave and strong he was leading up to it and after it was over.

Carsyn also started soccer last week. Yes, I am officially a "soccer mom" :) He did awesome! He LOVES it. I can't believe he is already in sports too! His second game is tonight and he is so excited. I will definitely be posting pictures and hopefully videos.

Well, that's all I have for now. But stay tuned for more fun updates! ♥

KINDERGARTEN!!

Ok so...I'm trying to get back into this whole blogging thing...Hopefully I can stay on top of it this time! :)

Biggest news going on right now? My baby started Kindergarten this week!! Yay for Carsyn!


To be continued... :)