Wow, it has been forever since we have updated the blog, sorry to those of you who may check it. Thanks Melissa for reminding me to update, I needed that. Well this summer has been a busy one, but a lot of fun. To start of the summer we got a new car, or rather a monster, but it has more room and that is what we needed with four kids and the fun that comes with them. To give you some of the big things we did were... Ashley my baby sister got married on July 1st and is loving married life. It was a quite amazing thing to be in the Temple with all my siblings and parents. One that will never be forgot. The Lord does have a plan for all of us and Loves each and everyone of us, the family is what it is all about and the Temple is the place to be. The next day we were privileged to attend a close family - friend sealing. The Nyes were able to have Josh sealed to them and what an perfect sealing it was. Josh was so happy and in awe of all that was taking place, but couldn't let the time go by with out telling his mommy and daddy how much he loved them. Josh we love you and Emma still wants to marry you. Speaking of the Nyes, we had the hard task of say good-bye to our dear friends as they moved to Colorado. Emma and Seth are missing them everyday and Seth is lost with out his little Peyton. I must admit I am a little lost without Sarah as well. The Nyes are wonderful people and they have all left a dear hold on our hearts that will not be forgotten. We wish them the best in making their new house a home and we know they will have no problem making friends and fitting right in. Our family also had a fun trip to Lake Tahoe. We were there for a week and went with my parents. It was a ton of fun and really nice to have the extra help with the kids. Thanks so much mom and dad for all your help and for coming with us. The kids loved the beach and Emma and Aaron even found a crawdad. Rachel loved the sand, and Seth was all about the water, beach or pool just as long as it was water he was good. Lake Tahoe is so beautiful and I am grateful to have been able to visit it once again. While at Tahoe, we also took a day trip to the coast and to San Francisco were we meet up with Ashley and Jeremy whom were on their honeymoon. It was good to see them and spend sometime with them as well. For my dad's birthday we all went "camping" in the backyard. It was hot, but a ton of fun. The grand kids had fun running all around and Aaron loved all the sweets from grandpa Cookie, that boy sure can eat. We also had a big party with Jeff's family for a combined b-day party. It was sure fun to have most of the grand kids together and play. Emma and Seth sure love their cousins. Later this week Seth has to go in for surgery on his eyes. They are going to cut out a part of his muscle to shorten them up so that they don't turn as much. I am a little nervous for him, but have faith that all will work out and he will be just fine. I am sure there are some fun things that I have left out, but basically we are just having fun with the family and trying to keep a float with kids, work, life and church callings. Jeff is still in Young Men's and loving every minute of it. Seth and Emma are both in primary, Aaron in nursery and Rachel hangs our with me in Relief Society, however good friends usually have her, while I have to sit up front and take roll.
As for a little update on the kids.
Emma - is a girly, girl. She still loves dresses, skirts, and anything princess like. She love to play mom and can be a big help around the house. She can't wait for preschool to start and wants so much to go to the Temple and marry Josh.
Seth- is growing big and still loves anything and everything to do with cars, trains or plains. As mentioned earlier he has surgery later this week and we hope all will go well. He loves to ride his bike and speeds up and down the street all day long.
Aaron - is a ball full of energy. He wants so much to do want Emma and Seth are doing, but is not quite big enough and it drives him crazy. He loves his daddy and once Jeff is home from work, Aaron is his little shadow. Aaron learned to jump this summer and it was funny to watch.
Rachel- wow she is growing way to big, way to fast. She will be 8 months on Saturday the 14Th and already crawling all over and has been for the past month. She loves mommy, food, the dog, mommy, books, wipes, oh and did I mention mommy.
Jeff- is doing amazing with keeping up with all that is on his plate. Work, family, school, kids, and young men's president. Time is valuable and we cherish all the time we have together. Thanks so much for all you do Jeff. You amaze me each and every day and there is no way I could do all that you do. I love you.
Well better go, Rachel is in need of some mommy time. I will do pictures soon, if not tonight then tomorrow.
Rebecca
