5 Things Tag

Carolyn tagged me.

5 things I was doing 5 years ago:
1 - Experiencing my first winter in Star Valley
2- Starting testing on Bailey
3- Substitute teaching
4- Renting a little house
5- Driving my Blazer

5 things on my t0-d0 list for today:
1- Get a massage
2- Not strangle Beau :)
3- Cook dinner
4- Sew on my humanitarian quilt
5- Cuddle with my husband

5 things I would do with a million dollars:
1- Pay off my house
2- Buy Clay a '72 Chev. all remodeled and mint
3- Upgrade my Yukon
4- College funds for my kids
5- Finish the remodel on my house

5 places I have lived
1- Highland
2- Ephraim
3- Lehi
4- Star Valley
5- That's it :)

5 jobs I have had
1- Home Health Nurse
2- Waitress
3 - 6th grade teacher
4 - Substitute teacher
5 - Mom

5 things I will be doing in 5 years
1- Watching Bailey in Special Olympic Events
2- Watching Beau wrestle
3- Still working on the house (I don't think that million is coming anytime soon)
4- Going to my 20 year class reunion
5- Raising my family (more children??)

5 people that I tag
1- Melissa
2- Amy Carter
3- Amy Chase
4- Brandy
5- Joanie (Clay knows you, but I don't)

Bailey Syndrome?

Yesterday we went for our yearly follow-up with the genetics doctor from Denver. The doctor was so impressed with all the progress Bailey has made. He couldn't believe how well she was walking, climbing, running and talking. The bad news is that he had NO news for us. He said that she was way too advanced for the syndromes he may have tested her for. I guess that is good news, but it is so frustrating not having answers! It really doesn't affect us now, we would still be doing all the same kinds of therapy. But it would be nice to know what Bailey's future looks like - will she be self-sufficient, will her life expectancy be normal etc... We also haven't been able to answer if this same developmental delay could repeat itself in more children. When we got pregnant with Beau, Clay was very worried about that happening. I did not worry as much as Clay, I had an inner peace that all would be well, and as you can see, Beau is quite well :) As we get closer to feeling ready for another child, my worries have peaked. I know that the Lord will not give us more than we could handle, so no matter what happens, I will be okay. I guess I just have to have faith and know that all will be well for Bailey and our family. The one thing that the genetics doctor and I agreed on was that Bailey's delays probably have to do with her neurological system. There is a great Neurologist from Primary Children's that comes up to Jackson once a year. We have seen him a few times and have not been able to find answers there. I just made Bailey an appointment to see the Neurologist in April and her awesome Pediatrician in March. I hope that we can find answers this time. If not, we will continue on with life for another year, and go through all of this again.

I feel like this is a real "poor me" post, so I will end on a positive note.

10 things I love about Bailey

1 - Her beautiful smile

2 - Her perfect innocence

3 - Bailey is always happy, she rarely cries

4 - Her beautiful hair, it always smells good too

5 - Bailey's love of life and family

6 - I love when Bailey sings

7- Celebrating the little things that I take for granite

8 - Bailey's little "Here you go" or "Thank You"

9 - Watching her play with her brother

10 - The glow that radiates all around her

Our New Addition

The other night I was just sitting down to relax and watch T.V. without kids, when I heard a crazy noise. I went to investigate and my search lead me to the laundry room where I had recently started a load of laundry. The washing machine was on the spin cycle, but it wasn't spinning, and it was making the most horrible noise. Clay came in to see what he could do (Clay is one who can fix just about anything). After tearing it apart, he found that the transmission was not just bad, but shredded! So we got right on the Internet and started looking for a new machine. There is a little Sears in Jackson, and they just happened to have their appliances on sale. We went back and forth on buying a front load or a top load. After reading very mixed reviews on front loads, and talking to a friend who HATES hers, we decided to get another top load. I found a machine that I really liked online, so Clay's job was to go to the store and see if they had that model in stock. Of course, with my luck, they wouldn't have one for at least a week. Clay knew that he could not call me and tell me this, so he talked the salesman into selling him the floor model. Clay also arranged for a friend to pick it up and deliver it to me that night - what a great guy I have. I have now used my new washing machine several times. It has this really cool auto sensor that automatically puts in the right amount of water needed for the amount of clothing you put in. I am so happy to have a working machine, I can actually say that I am all caught up on my laundry (no, it is not all put away :)).

She's a Beauty

Another Tooth

Bailey's second bottom tooth has been loose for a few weeks. Tonight when I was brushing her teeth I decided that it was ready to come out. A few little wiggles, and that was all it took. I was so excited to have the actual tooth this time (last time I think she swallowed it). While I was taking pictures, Beau decided to do exactly what I told him not to do, he went and took the tooth. To make a long story short, he lost the tooth, and mom got very mad. After dad got Beau to bed (mom was a little too angry) I found the tooth amongst the cheerios in the carpet. Beau will be so relieved that the Tooth Fairy was able to come, and that mom has cooled down. I still can't believe that my little girl is growing up.

Shorties + PlayDough + Chocolate Milk = Hours of Fun!

Need I say more?

Little Black Skirt

The second year we were married, Clay gave me this beautiful black leather pencil skirt. I was quite impressed that he could pick something like that out for me and it actually fit (a little snug though). Sunday morning I was getting ready for church and put my new shirt on with a different skirt. I asked Clay if the outfit looked okay, he thought I should try wearing my black leather skirt instead. I haven't wore this skirt for years! After 8 years of marriage and two kids, I haven't been able to even come close to fitting in it. I decided to give it a try. When I asked Clay to zip me up, he about died. Not only did it fit, but it fit even better than when he first gave it to me. I was so excited that all my hard work has payed off. Clay told me that I was thinner now than when we got married. I am so glad that I didn't give up on myself and send the skirt to D.I. Now I have a great dinner outfit to wear on the cruise. I will have to post pictures. Only 2 weeks and 5 days!

Great Weekend

We had such a great time in Logan Saturday. We were able to meet Chaser and her family for lunch. We went to a wonderful sandwich place, and some how managed to enjoy ourselves with 5 kids. After we ate we drove over to Nibley to see the Howsers (Clay lived with them in California on his mission). Their house is like a museum, I can't even begin to describe all the vintage collections they have. We brought Chase and her family with us to get a peek. I didn't know if we were going to get Jeff out of the gun room. Clay stayed at the Howser's to help out with some things and I took off to go shopping with Chase. We left Beau with Jeff, who having 3 daughters, wasn't quite sure what to do with a boy. We had a great time and spent more money than we were suppose to - oops. While I was at the Distribution Center, I ran into a roommate that I haven't seen for over 10 years! After shopping I went back to pick up Clay and had pizza with the Howser's. Just as we were getting ready to leave, Clay mentioned that he wouldn't mind finding a certain type of gun. Of course Ray had one to sell him, so we left with a new rifle.

The day was so sunny and nice and the kids were actually well behaved. It was so nice to have time with my family and see good friends, even though the trip ended up costing a whole lot more than planned:)

It is about time!

Okay, so I haven't posted anything for over a month now! I keep telling myself everyday that I need to update my blog. But each day seems to come and go, and I have not found time, or anything clever to blog about. I am one who seems to think that I have to have a picture to post each time. I guess my writing seems to be a little boring to me, so I need some visual interest. I am going to start trying to post a few times a week, with our without pictures.

Here is a rundown of my week so far. Clay's dear Grandma has been in the hospital very sick. Over the weekend we didn't think she would even make it. Last night we took the kids to go and see her, she looked great! She is having problems with her heart. She also has severe asthma and allergies which have gotten in the way of treating her. Hopefully she will be able to go home soon.

Beau has really been a stinker this week. I can tell him to not do something 100 times, and yet he still does it. He has been told not to get into my cupboards or pantry, but every time I have my back turned he is getting in to things. Yesterday, while I was getting Bailey's hair done, he decided he wanted chocolate chips. I keep them up high just for this reason. He decided to get the crate of milk bottles to step on. This proved not to be so good of a technique when the crate crashed over. I came into the kitchen to find broken glass all over the place. I was so mad!! I have been trying to control my temper with him, but this was not the time. I will admit to saying some not so choice words and giving him a good spanking while sending him to time-out. You would think he would learn a lesson, but this morning while I was getting Bailey ready, I caught him yet again in my cupboards trying to get jerky. I need help!!

Yesterday I also had Bailey's yearly IEP meeting at school. I was amazed to see how many people are involved with my little girl. There were 8 adults there to discuss Bailey's progress and new goals. She has made such amazing progress since she started school. I am so very pleased with special education program our district has. If Bailey need anything, it is done or ordered without any questions. Everyone cares so much for my little girl. We are so blessed to live in such an amazing community and school district. I know many people would pay a lot of money to get the kind of education Bailey is getting, again we are so very blessed!

I am going to try to take time for me the next few days. Today I am going to go and buy me new shoes to treadmill with. Mine look brand new, but according to Bailely's P.T., I need to replace them. My knee has been bothering me, and he said it is because I have put so many miles on my shoes. So, I guess I will be shopping today, oh darn. Tomorrow I am getting a babysitter for a few hours and going to the salon. I am going to tan a little and get my nails done. I know that sounds a little extravagant, but this mom needs a little pampering. Saturday we have planned a trip to Logan to see some friends of Clay and my BFF in the world! I am excited to spend time with my Chaser and maybe sneak in a little shopping :)

Well, I really am going to try to post more often. I guess if I can post more often, you won't have to be bored with my long and detailed posts! Have a great day and weekend!