My Eternal Companion

I know the title sounds exactly like Dad. Maybe I am getting old like him! I don't know, but it was the only title that made sense for what was in my heart today.
Richard was actually home to go to church with us today. It has been months since we have sat in a Sacrament meeting together. Through the busy of fighting kids; Hayden moving all over and making Ady cry, Ady trying to mother Tayson and Tayson just wanting to be left alone, Tayson being his usual busy self just wanting to move and play, I looked over and saw Richard sitting there. I don't know how to describe the feeling of seeing your eternal companion (I know, Dad) sitting with you in church. Joy just surged through my soul as I looked at him. Suddenly, the kids and the noise and the craziness didn't matter anymore. I love worshipping with him by my side. It is so amazing to know that we can be together for eternity. There is no person I would rather be with than my Richard. There is heaven on earth. It is found in an eternal family that loves each other and works toward eternity together. I am so grateful for all the blessings in my life, and today, most of all, Richard.

The Fall

Just call me Grace. I may even change my name! To understand this post and truly picture it in your mind there are a few things you need to know.
1. I drive a Ford Expedition. It's big
2. The baby's seat is in the middle so I have to crawl in to get him in or out.
3. I am a big wus.

So, here are the events as they transposed. No names have been changed.
We arrived home from Boise yesterday afternoon tired and in a hurry to get inside because Diana was on her way over for dinner. First, Ady exited the vehicle. She came around to the other side of the truck just as Hayden was swinging his door open. WHAM! Right in the head. She is crying. I am loving her. Hayden gets out and runs into my open door. Kid #2 crying. I love him and hear Tayson crying that everyone has exited the vehicle and he is still strapped into his bucket. As usual, I go around and crawl in, sitting in Ady's seat to get him out. I pull him out and back out of the truck. As I step down, my ankle rolls and I first land on my butt, then feel my head and elbow crack on the cement. Luckily, Tayson landed on my stomach and was spared from contact with the cement. Kid #3 crying.
Ok. I'm not gonna lie. It hurt. I really thought I had broken my lower spine. My ankle hurt. My head hurt, and there was a tiny drop of blood squeezing it's way out of my elbow. Mom wanting to cry!
Next thing I know, Richard is standing over me looking down at me. Tayson is screaming and I want to die. I actually had to lay on the driveway for a few minutes and collect myself. I'm sure it was a great show for my neighbors.
So, needless to say, I am changing my name to Grace, as in Graceful. I'm sure I made that fall look smooth.
For the record, Grace is sore today!

6 months old

My little Tay Tay turned 6 months old yesterday. I can't believe how fast the time is going. I wish it would just slow down so I can savor every second with this sweet lttle angel. I love this little guy so much, I can't believe we ever thought we might not want any more kids. There are so many things I love about little Tayson: He is always happy. I will never forget when he was sick with RSV and he just kept smiling even though he couldn't breath and obviously didn't feel well. That is so signature of my little baby. He is always smiling. He is such a happy guy and loves to be silly. He loves to just play and have fun. Tayson holds such a sweet spot in my heart. I love to see him grow and learn. He is such a smart littly fella. I can see the wheels turning as he is spending his time observing and learning about his world. I love watching him try new things. He will keep at something until he figures it out. It amazes me the things he is already capable of doing. Tayson wants to know about everything. He loves to touch and, of course, taste everything around him. He experiments with his whole body, even his feet. He spends a lot of time kicking things and grabbing anything within his reach. Tayson gives his mom the best slobbery kisses. I love how he just grabs me as tight as he can and pulls me in for a kiss. Tayson has so much love. He freely shares his love and happiness with anyone he sees.
I love you, Tayson. Please continue to grow and learn and share your light with everyone around you! I can't wait to share your next 6 months with you! You are an amazing person already and I am so blessed to have you in my home and heart! I love you!

I'm Number 6!!!

Ady made a list of her best friends today. Although I am not number one (that honor went to Makenna) I am happy to report that I made the list. I am sitting solid in the number 6 spot. Thanks Ad! I love you, too!

Vegas

I'm not sure Richard and I are good for each other. Last weekend a day trip to Salt Lake turned into a weekend trip to Vegas. It started out as just casual conversation. You know, the whole, "We should just keep driving on to Vegas." And I think it spiraled out of control! So, the trip was fun. It was fun to get away from life for a few days. It was fun to enjoy the sunny warm weather while Pocatello was freezing cold. It was fun to Road Trip with my awesome husband.
I was thinking perhaps I would post some pictures from our trip on the blog, but, oops... we lost the camera in Vegas. Richard thought I grabbed it and I thought he grabbed it. I am sad about the pictures we lost, but luckily there weren't many since Richard had just recently downloaded the pictures from the card onto the computer.
I guess I got two things from our trip: a mini-vacation with the family and a new camera! (Camera not received, yet!)

He's growing too fast

My little Tayson rolled over yesterday. I am so proud of him for working at it, but I am so sad that he is growing so fast. I just love the little baby and want him to stay that way as long as possible!
I love you Little Tay Tay!

Ady and the Play

We took Ady to see her favorite babysitter, Sierra, who had one of the leads in Poky's musical. Ady was on the edge of her seat the entire time, singing and dancing along with her beloved Sierra. Here are some favorite Ady quotes:

"Mom, it's like TV"
"Mom, Sierra is a PRINCESS!!!"
"Wow! That sparkly dress is my favorite!"
And when it got later and she was sitting on my lap,
"Mom, let me know when Sierra is singing."

It was an awesome play. I would recommend it to anyone looking for something to do. It was fun spending the evening with Ady and watching her enjoy the play.