Zion's

I need to catch up on some posts so be prepared for short and sweet:) We went to Zion's Easter weekend and here are just a few pictures. The weather was great and the kids loved it!

Facebook Funnies

I hope this post doesn't offend anyone, but I just can't help myself:) These are a few funny things my friends have put on their facebook status this week. (If you don't know why these are funny...you might be a redneck!)

"We've had good weather for two days in a role!"

"...I never take you for granite!"

"Going to rap presents for ____'s Birthday Party!"

"I'm so board."

"...you were sposed to play!"

"I hate having a soar throat."

"It was good to here from you!!"

Although I am definately not an expert at English, this is such a pet peeve of mine.

Happy Birthday Dad!

My dad turned 60 yrs. old on the 27th. I've been teasing him that we were going to put a picture of him in the Beaver County Journal (our local newspaper). He wasn't too fond of that idea so I guess my blog will have to do. Annie had a cheer competition in St. George so we went to that then we went to Jer and Marcy's to hang out. Jer is a coach for Dixie State Baseball so we went to their games that afternoon. They played the Academy of the Arts University (you can probably guess who won LOL). Then we went back to their house for a BBQ and cake and ice cream. It was so much fun! The weather was perfect and the food even better:) We hope you had a great birthday Grandpa/Dad!! We love you!!!

Spectrum 10K

Here is the latest run I participated in. The Spectrum 10K. It was on March 20th at 9am. It began in Snow Canyon and ended at the Ivins city park. It was downhill most of the way and the scenery was BEAUTIFUL!! That really helped my out-of-shape body enjoy this race:) My time was 1:12:43, which obviously isn't very fast, but I don't know a Thomas that IS very fast. (J/K that is kindof a family joke of ours)Now most of you will be asking yourself, "Why would she put that chubby picture of herself on her blog???". Well, when I saw this picture I realized WHY I am running, LOL.

P.S. The girl next to me (Joyce), is 20 weeks pregnant with her 4th boy!! Can you believe it?! I met her on the bus when they shuttled us to the starting line. I'm glad we met, she was great company.

Lake to Lake Relay

On March 6, some friends and I participated in a 50-mile relay race. It went from Gunlock Reservoir to Sandhollow Reservoir. It was really fun! And since doing this race, several people said they would be interested in doing something like this (where were they when we were trying to think of who would have TIME and actually WANT to do this??). I have never done anything like this and I hope to continue to get in shape and be able to participate in more races. It was pretty discouraging at first because my family repeatedly laughed at me when I told them what I was doing. In fact, after the race, my dad did mention that he was shocked that I was able to do it (thanks for the confidence:). By the way, there is a half-marathon in Beaver this summer so if you are interested let me know. It sounds crazy...but fun right?!

I am not particularly fond of this picture of me,

but it is the only one I have that actually proves I participated:)

My family...thanks for coming down!

Even though you didn't have much confidence in me, it was nice to know someone was there waiting for me (and not just to give me a ride to the next leg LOL).

And our team-"RUNNING ON EMPTY"

(boy that name was perfect for me LOL)

From L-R: Me, Burgundy, Kiera, Kim, Ellen

Wake-Up Call!!

I was feeding Cragun sweet potatoes for lunch and they were getting everywhere...and I mean everywhere. He was grabbing the spoon, the bowl, my arm and smearing his lunch all over. I'm sure we have all experienced this a thousand times. But, I kept thinking to myself, "I hate the baby-food stage". I hate the look, the smell, the texture, and most of all the hassle. It's quite embarassing to admit that but there is a lesson to be learned. I definately had a rude awakening as I was "blog-surfing" to catch up with friends and family. I noticed on someone's blog list Bronson's Miracle. Of course I had to check this blog out. The post I read was the testimony of a young mother who has had a month long struggle to keep her youngest son alive after a near-drowning accident in their home. I read several postings where Sara, his mother, repeatedly expresses her gratitude for the gospel, her family and friends, her husband, and most of all her children. She is very specific when she talks about her childred. It really hit home to me when she told how she was so grateful that she could clean up the crackers they drop from the high chair, etc. How could I be so selfish and complain about my healthy happy children making messes and me having to clean up yet another mess?? Where would my life be without them?? I could not imagine life without them. I love them more than I can even put into words. I have grown up today!! If you want to read the story of Bronson and his Miracle click on this link. Here are some of her inspiring words:

"For now, please hug your babies a little tighter...
Give your children a little extra squeeze...

Be a little more patient and diligent
and a little less distracted by the things that will wait until later.
Embrace the things that matter most!
.Life is so fragile...

We are holding onto it for now."

http://stakerzxposed.blogspot.com/2010_02_01_archive.html

I love my family!

Happy Anniversary!!

Happy Anniversary Wes!!!

I love you!!!!