Out of frustration, I started making a list. Not a Christmas list...but a list of things that have broken this past year by the hands of Ty and Crew. Here's the list:
-microwave
-hot chocolate maker
-laptop
-new computer hard drive
-toilet tank
-Chase's DS
-ihome
-home phones
Interestingly, after making the list I felt a huge sense of appreciation for them. Maybe because if I didn't have Ty and Crew...I would trade any and all of these "things" for them. The few years spent wanting them has made these few years of having them so much better. So, as I think abt. the real meaning of Christmas this year, the Grinch said it best..."Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas … perhaps … means a little bit more!” This Christmas I'm especially grateful for my family...for Ty for his sweet grin, Crew for his persistence (which will get him far in life), Faith for her willingness to help when needed, Chase for his sensitive side and Kirk for working hard and always being there for us. Merry Christmas!
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Crew lost...again
Just wanted to jot this experience, memory down. A few weekends ago Kirk and I decided to load the kids up to see Santa at the mall. Usually we have our stroller in the car but didn't b/c we'd just done a Costco run. So, we ventured off to the mall w/no stroller...and only a parent can know how valueable/pricless a stroller is...especially at a crowded mall.
So we got to the mall and the kids sat on Santa's lap....first Ty and Crew then Faith and Chase. While Chase and Faith were hanging w/Santa, Ty and Crew were playing on the side of Santa's "stage". Out of the corner of my eye I saw Ty playing...but no Crew. I asked Kirk where Crew was. He couldn't be found. He was gone...just like that. Now we've had wanderers before...Chase was known for this when he was little but he'd get lost b/c he wasn't paying attention. Crew, on the other hand, gets lost b/c he tries. It's like he knows he's not supposed to be separated from us but he's going to run away anyway. After abt. 10 minutes (and that feels like an eternity for a parent) he was found...halfway across the mall running towards the outside doors (according to the old couple that found him). The appreciation I felt towards the people that kept him from going outside was so great...but the relief I felt when I saw he was safe was even greater. I was so overcome w/tears that I couldn't talk. Thank you old couple...whoever you are. And as for Crew...one word, LEASH (a short one).
So we got to the mall and the kids sat on Santa's lap....first Ty and Crew then Faith and Chase. While Chase and Faith were hanging w/Santa, Ty and Crew were playing on the side of Santa's "stage". Out of the corner of my eye I saw Ty playing...but no Crew. I asked Kirk where Crew was. He couldn't be found. He was gone...just like that. Now we've had wanderers before...Chase was known for this when he was little but he'd get lost b/c he wasn't paying attention. Crew, on the other hand, gets lost b/c he tries. It's like he knows he's not supposed to be separated from us but he's going to run away anyway. After abt. 10 minutes (and that feels like an eternity for a parent) he was found...halfway across the mall running towards the outside doors (according to the old couple that found him). The appreciation I felt towards the people that kept him from going outside was so great...but the relief I felt when I saw he was safe was even greater. I was so overcome w/tears that I couldn't talk. Thank you old couple...whoever you are. And as for Crew...one word, LEASH (a short one).
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Early Fall
Chase started football in late August. He wasn't very excited in the beginning, but started to enjoy it by mid season. His team had a slow start, losing their first three games. They made a strong comeback after those losses to win three straight! Go #62!
Chase is in the center in black.
Chase in the center...#62.
We were proud of Chase for getting in on tackles...it can be intimidating for a skinny guy.
Laura, Stella and me enjoying Chase's game.
Faith and Crew. Notice Faith's glove. She spotted this gem at Claire's in the mall. All her friends ask her if they can wear it...isn't it lovely?
Crew slurping down a slushy at his cousin's football game.
Ty climbed up to finish Kirk's dinner. Notice Crew peering over the counter...I'm guessing he kicked Ty off his spot soon after this was taken.
Faith and her friend, Eden. Faith up to her usual goofy self.
The climbing duo.
Faith and her cousin, Bo.
Group bath after swimming in the pool for the last time.
Chase and Faith's first day of school. They were both SO excited to go.Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Today
Ty and Crew crawled out of their cribs during naptime today. Wish their sleep blankets were just a little tighter around the legs. So, crib tents are a must now. Kirk thinks maybe naptime for them is over. NO WAY! Our two turkeys will be taking naps until preschool (or kindergarten if needed).
Then, Crew decided to follow Chase and his friends outside and got lost (Chase says his friends didn't shut the door). Our little 6 yr old neighbor girl was holding Crew's hand and bringing him home by the time I noticed he was gone. According to her, he'd made it to the street entering our neighborhood...almost to a 50 mph road. I shudder to think abt. what could've happened. I called her mom to tell her again how much I appreciated her daughter's help. Her mom said she told her she'd saved a baby's life today. It made me tear up a bit. She did!
And finally, Faith and I did a little grocery shopping tonight. While we were gone, Kirk put Chase in charge of watching T and C. Ummm, big mistake! While Chase was watching TV, the partners in crime got on the kitchen counter, turned the faucet on and sprayed down the kitchen and family room (where Chase was watching TV). There was so much water the shop vac had to be used to suck it all up. I wondered how on earth Chase didn't notice water being sprayed into the very room he was in? And...of course, where was their dad? Kirk says he was in his office "working" and says he heard the water on but thought I'd gotten home and was in the kitchen using the faucet.
I think I'll say my prayers tonight...for thanks, inspiration and patience.
Then, Crew decided to follow Chase and his friends outside and got lost (Chase says his friends didn't shut the door). Our little 6 yr old neighbor girl was holding Crew's hand and bringing him home by the time I noticed he was gone. According to her, he'd made it to the street entering our neighborhood...almost to a 50 mph road. I shudder to think abt. what could've happened. I called her mom to tell her again how much I appreciated her daughter's help. Her mom said she told her she'd saved a baby's life today. It made me tear up a bit. She did!
And finally, Faith and I did a little grocery shopping tonight. While we were gone, Kirk put Chase in charge of watching T and C. Ummm, big mistake! While Chase was watching TV, the partners in crime got on the kitchen counter, turned the faucet on and sprayed down the kitchen and family room (where Chase was watching TV). There was so much water the shop vac had to be used to suck it all up. I wondered how on earth Chase didn't notice water being sprayed into the very room he was in? And...of course, where was their dad? Kirk says he was in his office "working" and says he heard the water on but thought I'd gotten home and was in the kitchen using the faucet.
I think I'll say my prayers tonight...for thanks, inspiration and patience.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Summer
We had a fun and fleeting summer. Where'd it go? Although I'm looking forward to the holidays, I already miss the warm summer days and nights. Here's what we did...
Faith went on a photo shoot w/my sis. Laura. Thanks Laura for always taking the awesomest pictures! Another favorite. Visit her photo blog, laurafarrisphotography.blogspot.com
We went to one of the best places on earth, Stanley. Here are the kids and their cousins at Redfish Lake.
Ty and Crew listening to Chase's Ipod on the way to Stanley. When it comes to traveling....whatever makes them happy, ya know!
Chase at Redfish.
Chase turned 10 in July. He is starting to mature (mentally...not physically yet, thank heavens). He really is a tender hearted little guy who loves his younger brothers...and they love him. He still gives me hugs and kisses and tells me he loves me...does that have to end? Sometimes I wish I could freeze time...I'd choose now. I love this kid!
We took a trip to Yellowstone over the 4th of July w/Kirk's family. We had a great time checking out the wild life and enjoying the scenery. Thanks Johnson's and my sis. in law Becky who planned the whole thing! When is the next family trip?
Old Faithful
Grandpa Johnson and some of the grandkids. They love their grandpa!
Before we headed to Yellowstone, we hung out at the Johnson reunion in Star Valley. Here's Faith w/some of her cute girl cousins.
Relaxing at the reunion...someone must have been watching Ty and Crew!
This picture might need a little explaining. Faith and I went to the Jonas Brothers concert w/some of my nieces and their friend. Here are the girls enjoying their front row seats. Faith was in HEAVEN!
Who's your favorite? I heard this question asked several times that night. There were so many young girls w/their moms.
Faith and Kiya before the concert.
Marlee, Kiya, Faith and Sheridan.
Ty and Crew spent a lot of time this summer trying on ALL my shoes. Here's Ty.
My sis. Laura had a baby girl, Stella, in June. She's a doll...and so very kissable.
We spent hours swimming at our neighborhood pool. Here are Faith and Kiya on suntan rock (named by Chase). Monday, October 12, 2009
Duct tape...not duck tape
Since I've been using a lot of duct tape, I've been spelling it a lot too...and spelling it wrong. It's spelled w/a t, not a k.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Just a matter of time...again
I know I still need to post our summer pic.'s. When I get back from sunny San Diego I'll work on posting them. For now I thought I'd quickly share what I knew would inevitably happen...yes, the taking off of a diaper full of poop.
Today Ty and Crew were quitely playing in their room so I thought, yes, I can get a few things done. So I did...and so did Crew. Notice a common theme here...yes, CREW! While "playing", he took off all his clothes and his poopy duck taped diaper and climbed into his crib. The smell is coming back to me while I'm typing. I came into their room and found Crew in his crib, clothsless and diaperless, w/poop smeared all over the crib and himself. Ty was minding his own business playing w/toys (with all of his clothes on).
Can I just say, I KNOW kids come to us w/their own distinct personalities. Ty and Crew couldn't be more different. I still consider myself lucky to have gotten them here together. Life would be too easy w/o them!
Today Ty and Crew were quitely playing in their room so I thought, yes, I can get a few things done. So I did...and so did Crew. Notice a common theme here...yes, CREW! While "playing", he took off all his clothes and his poopy duck taped diaper and climbed into his crib. The smell is coming back to me while I'm typing. I came into their room and found Crew in his crib, clothsless and diaperless, w/poop smeared all over the crib and himself. Ty was minding his own business playing w/toys (with all of his clothes on).
Can I just say, I KNOW kids come to us w/their own distinct personalities. Ty and Crew couldn't be more different. I still consider myself lucky to have gotten them here together. Life would be too easy w/o them!
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