Discovery Museum

So, Friday, we went to the discovery museum because is finally done with finals!  Yeah!!!  Taeler was in heaven, showing Josh everything there was to do.   That night, we went to Chevy's with the Palmer's and Carpenter's.  I love great company!

The flu shot

This is what I was doing yesterday.  Getting the flu shot.  I went to the doctor for my thyroid medicine, and left with a shot.  So, the shot is not what bothered me.  It was a couple hours later when I started feeling nauseated, dizzy, and had the worse stomach ache.  I didn't know the side effects of getting the shot could be so bad.   All last night I kept running to the bathroom.   Luckily it only lasted about 15 hrs., but still.   Next time, I might take the chances of getting the flu, rather than having someone inject me with it.  And no, this is not me in the pic!

Mitt Romney Campaign

I don't know if many of you watched Mitt Romney's "Faith in America" speech the other night.  But, I wanted to tell everyone he did an amazing job.  If you didn't see it, I recommend going to his website www.mittromney.com and go to mitt tv.  There you can watch it.  It's well worth the  15 min.  

Ahhhh!

Today I decided to take the girls and go to Target to get a couple things since it is Monday, night clinic night, and I have all day to fill!  Anyway, for some reason, I cannot go to Target without something going wrong with my girls.  Everytime I leave, I think "I am never going again with these kids!"  And somehow, I always end up back there with the girls!  So, today we got to Target and were getting out of the car.  I was busy putting Rylee in the Bjorn and my dear Taeler decided to lock the doors and shut them.  Of course, my keys, and wallet, and phone are all staring back at me through the window.  So, I went into Target, and it was a mad house with so many Christmas shoppers.  I finally found the manager and told her what happened, and she looked at me like, what do you want me to do?  I could have hit her.  So, I found a phone to use.  But, I didn't know who to call cuz we don't have AAA.  Some random lady overheard me and was kind enough to help me find a company who would help me.  The girls and I waited out front for the guy, and while we waited, dear Rylee decided to spit up all over herself.  So, into the bathroom we went to get her cleaned up.  Then, back out in front of Target.  Two minutes later, dear Rylee decided to pooh all over her outfit, the bjorn, and myself.  Thank you Rylee.  Back to the bathroom we went since my diaper bag was still locked in the car.  To make a long story short, the guy finally came, unlocked my car, charged me $50.00, and we were able to change Rylee and do our shopping.  What a morning!  I just love being a mom!

Ok, I'll be honest.  I was overreacting just a little bit when I came down the stairs to go to church and my dear husband yells "Aloha",  I started crying.  Ok, the dress is purple, and it has Asian flowers on it, not hawaiian.  Also, I've been a little sensitive lately, I think due to stress, which is why the tears came.  Anyway, we get in the car and of course my husband has told me he now loves the dress like ten times, but the tears kept coming.  My dear sweet Taeler says"Mom, are you crying?"  "Yes, honey"  So, Taeler pauses and then starts singing "No one likes a frowny face, change it to a smile, make the world a better place by smiling all the while!" You all know the song.  Josh and I look at each other and busted out laughing.  So, yes, it took my three year old to remind me that my life is OK!  

Last night, I made dinner for a couple of Josh's friends whose wives left them for finals week.  Taeler decided to help me by licking the cornbread beater.  Yes, cornbread batter, my child is odd.  

Taeler twirling

So, here is a video of Taeler twirling away. She would do this all day if she could. Sorry it is sideways. I couldn't figure out how to turn it. So, just turn your head sideways. HaHa!

So, when we got home from the church, Taeler started taking pics of Rylee. Here they are. I especially love the one where Rylee has spit up all down her shirt. Yummm! I borrowed this Bumbo from my neighbor Jessica. Rylee really seems to like it. She looks so grown up in it!

Play Group Christmas Party

Today, we went to the church for a liitle Christmas Party that Bethany had put together for the kids. Taeler had so much fun playing games, dancing with her friends, and opening her white elephant gift. I especially love the shot of Hadley Carpenter striking a pose. Thank you Bethany for putting it all together.

Taeler and Tessa

Taeler was so excited to have Tessa come over on Tuesday to play. At first Tessa did not want to come over. She was crying to stay with her mom. Taeler just kept repeating"It's ok Tessa, my house is a fun house, not a scary house." So, when we walked in, Taeler goes"See Tessa, this is a fun house." I thought it was so funny. They played and played for a couple hours. It's so nice to have someone to entertain Taeler so I could get something done. Here they are eating apple slices and cheese and watching Princess Fairytopia.

New pictures of the girls

As requested, here are some updated photos of the girls.  Rylee is getting so big.  She is so sweet.  I am pretty lucky to have such cute, sweet girls.  Life has been kinda crazy lately.  I've been a little stressed out with primary stuff and not feeling very good lately doesn't help much.  But, today I was laying down when the girls were napping, which hardly ever happens.  And I was thinking how grateful I am for my life.  I have a wonderful husband, kids, family, and friends.  We have a car to drive, a place to live, and the gospel guiding us.  Maybe it's the time of year or something, but lately I just feel so blessed.  Just thought I'd share it.  Hope everyone is having a wonderful holiday season.