Art City Days

Springville had their city days this past weekend. We met Tawnya & Landon there to walk around and grab a bite to eat. We also wanted to take Lucas on a couple of rides. He hasn't ever done it before and we didn't know if he would like it.

Warning - the following pictures may be disburbing...BUT, in our defense (Jed & I), he WANTED to ride the caterpillar!


Although I felt horrible, his face still made me (and everyone else) smile!

Looking at Tawn...

Being rescued!!

Not sure what to think...

After that horrible ride, we weren't to sure if he would ride anything else. We decided the Merry-G0-Round would be a great place to redeem our parenting efforts! I think we did...take a look at the following pics.







Do you think he paid his 2 tickets???

Saturday, while Jed and Landon went golfing, Tawnya & I took Lucas to the Spanish Fork pool. He had a blast playing in the shallow end where he gets to walk. I wasn't to sure about going down the slide, but Tawnya braved it and took Lucas down. He loved every minute of it...he went down 3 times. I could hear him laughing as he was coming down the tube.



Waiting his turn.

Tawn & Lucas

That evening we went to the fireworks at Springville high school. I wasn't sure if Lucas would like it, but he did. He layed on the blanket and didn't move the entire time. It helped that it was a bit nippy! He wanted more when they were all finished.

Tawnya, Landon, Lucas, Jed, Chad, Alicia & Carter

Don't they look happy??!!

He didn't move from this spot...and we didn't have to chase him!

On Sunday we had an evening BBQ at the Kesler's. We had a great time eating yummy kabobs, talking, and laughing at the two cute little boys. Lucas and Carter sure know how to keep each other entertained.

We were sure busy this weekend, but it was lots of fun!

One Proud Momma

Before we left St. George on Sunday (see previous post), we went over to see cousin Max's house. Lucas and Max are 6 months apart...Lucas being the older one. They have such a cute home. Lucas loved playing with all of Max's toys, especially the big car that he could drive. He now wants one! Max (who turns two in a couple of days) is already starting to potty train. Ashlee took Lucas into the bathroom and showed him the potty seat that Max goes on and told him that he gets a candy when he goes. Lucas seemed pretty interested (candy's involved) so on Monday I took him to pick out his own potty seat...he chose Elmo. Once we got home he wanted to sit on it. We sat there for quite awhile (he thought he was cool), but than I heard something...that's right...he POOPED in the potty! I could have thrown a party! I couldn't hardly believe it. He was so excited and so was his mommy! We got a candy and a sticker! I probably would have given him anything he wanted if he had only asked!!! He isn't quite sure that he wants to so it on regular basis, but we're working on it.

This little seat is the best invention...to heck with the fancy smancy little toilets!

He also started swimming lessons this week. Monday was a really nice, warm day. Tuesday was a bit cooler. Today...they canceled them (but we get a free family day pass)! Hopefully it'll be warm enough to go tomorrow. So far he's having a great time. I never realized how nice the Spanish Fork pool is.

Girls Only

This past weekend was a Valentine Girl's get-a-way at the cabin. Paulette had planned two of them this year. I wasn't able to go to the one in January so I was happy to be able to go to this one. We had a great time relaxing, visiting, eating & playing games. It was fun to get to know everyone a little better. Those that came were Me, Paulette, Talease, Mariann, Ashlee, Grandma Valentine, Sandy, Judy, Barbie, Tausha & Tanae. It was such a beautiful weather...not to cold or hot!

Barbie, Tausha, Tanae, Grandma, Sandy's hair

Paulette, Sandy, Judy

Ashlee, Mariann, Talease

Mariann using the water tower to get closer to the cell phone towers! For some reason our phones were having issues. Thankfully, Talease's worked without any problems!!

Jed kept Lucas with him in St. George so I didn't have to chase him around. It was so nice!! I think he was a bit relieved when I got back. I know that they did some fun stuff with just the guys...golfing, movie watching, shooting guns, and eating out!

Graduation & Weekend Fun

Today my little sis graduates from High School. I can't believe she's that old! While we were home this past weekend, I took some pics of her in her cap and gown since we won't be at the graduation today. Isn't she cute??!! We'll get to see her more often since she'll be coming down here to UVSC and moving in with us for a little while! We are so proud of you, Jess, and love you so much!

My parents & Jess are leaving for Boston tomorrow morning. My other sister, Shara, is graduating from UMASS Lowell with her RN degree on Sunday. She's had a bit of a bumpy college road, but we're glad that she was able to finally finish. We love you Shara!

(stole this off of her blog!)

As mentioned before, we spent this past weekend in Honeyville. We went to over to Logan on Friday evening for Jed's cousin, Tanner's, wedding reception. We got to visit with lots of family. Lucas is still traumatized from the cake in the face. He gets scared when you mention cake and tells everyone "cake...mash it!" It's pretty funny!

Saturday, Jed decided to go fishing to Mantua & Honeyville. He was pretty bummed since he didn't get a single bite. Supposedly they were suppose to stock the Honeyville pond since it was opening day, but hardly anyone caught anything so they don' t think they did.

Sunday, Jess had to speak in Sacrament Meeting with all the graduating seniors. She did such a good job. The Relief Society lesson was on food storage again...I about died! It never fails, every time I go to my mom's ward, they are always doing some food storage activity, talk, etc! Apparently, I haven't learned my lesson yet.

Grandpa had to go help get some cows that had gotten out. Lucky for Lucas, he got to ride Vic.

Lucas was very content to play floppy ball all by himself...as long as he's outside

Monday my mom and I went to Katie (Lasley) Thompson's baby shower. She's due in just a few weeks. We also has a family BBQ at the house. It's always fun to get together. Lucas just loves playing with his cousins.

Chateun, Xadun, Lucas & Riley

Growing Baby Boy...

Today was my ultrasound at the hospital and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a bit nervous. Fortunately, the Dr. said everything is fine! He measures about 5 days smaller than my due date, but that's it. His approximate weight now is a little over 4 pounds. She said one possiblity for measuring so small was that he may have already dropped, and that I'll probably measure small the rest of the pregnancy. Since Lucas came about 5 weeks early, I have a 15% chance of this baby also coming early. Let's hope he stays in my tummy a little longer! Here's his cute little profile. It's funny to see the 20 week ultrasound where he fit on the screen and then this one and only his head can fit on it! I'm just happy that he's looks healthy and growing like he should.

Swimming & Doctors

Grandma Valentine was staying at the Marriott in Provo for a conference so we took Lucas over to go swimming with her on Tuesday. He had so much fun! He thought it was hilarious to stand in the hot tub and then get in the regular pool because it would be so cold. Grandma told him that when he's all wrinkled, it's time to get out, but he didn't by it! I told him that we can go swimming in a couple of weeks when he starts swimming lessons. The next morning he woke up and the first thing he said was "swimmin...weeks"! What a smarty pants!










This week has been filled with doctors visits. I finally couldn't stand my neck any longer and decided to go see a Chiropractor. I was a nervous wreck...cracking and twisting just didn't sound fun! Luckily, I chose a one who doesn't do that. Instead he uses a machine to do it all...I was extremely grateful to hear that. So I've been going daily this week in hopes that I'll be able to be normal soon. The first couple of days didn't feel much better, but these past couple of days I feel much better. It still hurts a bit, but at least it's tolerable pain. Jed asked if I was Chiro believer now...I'll believe if the pain goes away!! I don't think it's something I'd do on a regular basis though!

Yesterday I took Lucas to the Dr. The inside of his right nostril kept getting redder and redder (pardon the poor grammer). Yesterday I touched it and it started bleeding. I thought maybe he had an infection or something like that. The doc tried to look in it, but there was too much scabbing...gross, I know! Lucas did so good though, he let him look up there and everything...I think he liked Dr. Bennett. This was the first time we had seen this dr. He thought maybe he has a foreign object up there since its only on one side. He gave us a prescription for Bacterban (sp?) to goop up his nose with and hopefully make all the yucky stuff go away. I'm suppose to call on Tuesday if it doesn't look any better. Lucas hasn't really been one to mess with his nose, so I'm not sure he stuck something up there! If I end up going in on Tuesday, they'll sedate him a little bit in order to get a better look inside.

Today was my dr. appointment for the pregnancy. I'm already at the 2 week appointments. I can't believe how fast it's coming. The last couple of times I've been measuring a little small, but they said it was nothing to worry about. Today I measured quite a bit smaller, 28 cm. I should be around 32 cm. Dr. Glenn said I had dropped off the measuring chart and that we just earned another ultrasound. They need to figure out why the baby is so small. The heartbeat sounds good and I still feel him. Jed asked if we should be concerned and he said that we shouldn't worry...they'll reassure us that everything is fine or tell us what we need to do to make sure everything turns out fine. The ultrasound is scheduled for next Tuesday. Even though Dr. Glenn made us feel okay about it, I still can't help but be nervous and worried. I was just telling Jed the other day that with Lucas he was up in my ribs by now and kicked a lot harder. I guess this would explain it!

So needless to say, we've had lots of co-pays this week!!

Birthday Wishes...

to a "whale" of a girl! Happy Birthday Nappy! I can't believe you are 18...that's crazy! I also can't believe you are graduating. I guess we shouldn't be to sad since that means we'll get to see your bright smiling face daily come August! I am so lucky to have you as a sister and a friend! You are such a good aunt to Lucas...he loves you so much! We hope you have a wonderful day! WE LOVE YOU!

Not to Shabby...

This past weekend my sister Nappy & the Bear River Bears softball team competed for state here in Spanish Fork. My parents came down on Thursday for all the action! Thursday they played two games. They lost the first against Hurricane & won the second against Uintah. On Friday they played awesome and won all three of their games (Union, Juan Diego & Canyon View)! It made for a lot of (hot & sunny) softball, but I sure like to watch it! Lucas even liked to watch when he wasn't concerned about the playground! They lost to Hurricane again on Saturday morning and ended up taking 3rd in state! For not being ranked in state...I think that's great! Jess is an awesome first baseman! Jed likes to call her the hot box because she is quick with her hands and doesn't let anything get by! I'm sad that we won't be watching her play anymore since she graduates next week. We are so proud of you, Nappy & love you very much!


Checking out daddy's nose that he scratched!









Mom, Dad & Tawn


Celebrating after the Canyon View win!




Nappy's biggest fan!!






Erica Park & Nappy (two of the captains...Jamie Hoskins was the other captain)

Massage

In the previous post I had mentioned that my neck has been hurting really bad (only on the right side). Today is no different. I have been in so much pain...I'd like to remove my neck and then re-attach my head! When I talked to my dr's office on Monday the nurse told me to drink lots of water, take Tylenol and get a massage. I heeded her advice today and went and got a massage! I've never had one before and was a big nervous, mostly because I wanted it to work a miracle! The massage was nice, but it didn't help the neck or shoulders. They hurt just as bad as before I went in. I'm hoping that it'll go away soon. Any recommendations on what to do for a painful neck/shoulder/dead arm??

Happy Mother's Day!

Although the day is almost over, we still wanted to wish our mom's a very Happy Mother's Day! We couldn't ask for better examples. We are so blessed to have you in our lives and love you very much. We hope you had a wonderful day.

I am so lucky to be a mother to the cutest little boy! He always brightens my day and who can resist such a cute face. Jed and Lucas bought me new golf clubs for Mother's Day. It looks like I'll be spending a little more time at the driving range (I have to learn how to hit the ball straight)!

Tonight we went to Tawnya and Landon's for hamburgers. As Lucas would say... mmmm good! The following is a sequence of pics with Lucas performing one of his favorite songs!

Once there was a snowman...tall, tall tall...

In the sun he melted, melted, melted...

Small, small small!

He doesn't quite understand that the song should only be sung when there is snow on the ground...not 80 degree weather! Oh well!