Lauren's Dance Recital

Lauren had her THREE hour dance recital on Saturday night. She did really great and had a lot of fun doing dance this year. She loved that she got to put on a lot of makeup for the recital too. We weren't allowed to take pictures during her dances so I snuck back stage to take pictures of her in her costumes between dances. I'm sure she was the cutest dancer on stage. And we've already decided she is going to be safari girl for Halloween this year (we have to make use of that 55 dollar costume, right?).

Bedtime

The other night after reading with the kids, I told Lauren and Nate that I would lay down with each of them for a few minutes. I laid down with Nate first and as I snuggled up next to him I told him...

"Oh, Nate I think I might fall asleep!"

Then Nate said,

"Okay... just promise not to wet the bed."

I guess its a good thing I didn't fall asleep.

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

Last night after getting the kids to bed, I did something I rarely do. I turned on a movie! Usually Jason and I catch up on shows or reading during this precious quiet time, but Jason was working on charts and I didn't feel like any tv shows. I had rented this movie this weekend but didn't get a chance to watch it. Also, Jason had already seen it, so I knew I needed to find a time to watch it by myself. It was SO, SO good. A little depressing of course, but really interesting. I almost wish I would have read the book first because the book is almost always better. So if you are standing in front of the REDBOX this weekend trying to decide what to get, I highly recommend it.

In-laws

My in laws made the drive to Utah for Lauren's baptism. They were able to stay with us for a month and it was SO great! I know most people might think that would be a scary, tramatic experience but for us it was wonderful! I was so sad to see them go. My father in law completed too many house projects to list and my mother in law keep me company, did the dishes, and watched the kids! I had a great time with them here and am hoping they will make it back in September. I really lucked out when it comes to "in-laws"!

Lauren's Baptism

Lauren and her cousin Matthew were baptized March 28th. We were able to move Lauren's baptism to my sister's stake so they could share this day together. My parents entered the MTC on the Monday before their baptism, but luckily were able to come home from Provo for the weekend. Lauren was able to wear the dress that I wore when I was baptized! She was so excited and little bit nervous when the time came for Jason to baptize her. But afterwards she told me "the water was SO warm!" The day was perfect. I was so proud of Lauren and so happy for her to make this decision that will bring her so much happiness in her life.






We treated her to a special dinner with Mom and Dad at the Mandarin restaurant to celebrate the day. She also received some very special gifts including her first set of engraved scriptures.

Activity Day Round Up!

Lauren got to participate in her first Activity Day activity with her Dad! It was a Daddy/Daughter Round Up and they were asked to dress for the occasion. I took Lauren to the local cowboy store in town, Smith and Edwards, to look for a hat. They were serious about their hats and we couldn't find one that cost less than $30! So we opted for a pink handkerchief for 99 cents. They both had a great time together! Yee haw!

Nate - tonsils = one very cranky child

Nate was scheduled to get his tonsils removed just a few days after we got home from San Diego. Nathan was an excellent patient. He did really well with the surgery and wanted to jump on the trampoline the afternoon he got home from the hospital. However, as I had been warned the pain really came about the third day. I think he ate a record number of Popsicles! We all struggled through the first part of the week being tired and a little cranky. A six year old boy not being able to eat every half an hour can be a major family dilemma. But in the end Nate pulled through and I hope the long term benefits will make him realize the surgery was well worth it.