Wow. I can't believe it's been almost 2 years since I posted. I guess it's quite obvious what goes by the wayside when life is stressful:) Anyway, I thought I would update a bit. This year has seemed to fly by! It's crazy how fast time seems to go when you have kids. I remember people always used to ask me if it was "weird" for me to have my first go to kindergarten, Jr. high, etc, etc, and it never was. I knew those things were coming and I have grown with my children every day and so it was expected and exciting. But, I did have my first "oh, that was weird" moment February 1st when I registered Katelynn for High School! How is it possible for me to have a child going in to High School when I'm not even old?! It is still a bit strange to me, maybe a little scary if I'm honest. I have loved seeing my kids grow and Kim and I have truly loved all their stages. We have a fantastic family. But, it does make me a bit sad and excited all at the same time to realize my kids are quickly becoming young adults, and before long they will be going to college, missions, and getting married. Wow.

Well, there really is nothing I can do about it. So I will enjoy every minute with them! Revel in the successes, encourage and cheer during the challenges and help them through the heart break that is sure to come more often. I suppose my biggest hope is that I don't mess it up!

We are really excited, especially Brennick, because he will be turning 8 April 27th and will be getting baptized! He has been talking about this ever since his last birthday. He is truly a special young man. There is a glow about him that I just can't describe and he makes everyone around him happy. I really believe that if he stays close to the Lord, he is meant to do great things. He has done so well in school this year and loves to play flag football. And who would have guessed, but he loves to dance! He's the first one to agree to a dance party, and man he goes wild! He really does bring a lot of joy to this family.

Emily is doing fantastic! She has served her school as the Student Body President this year at Weinberg Elementary. She is amazingly beautiful and so hilarious! She constantly cracks us up with the funny and weird things she does and says. She is getting really good at accents and says some pretty funny stuff. She has been playing the flute since 5th grade and has really enjoyed it. She just did a volleyball camp over spring break and did really well. I think she would like to do it in the summer and then try out in 7th grade next year. Yes, I did say 7th grade! Another thing that is a little weird. My sweet little Emily is going into Jr. High. Now you might say, well you've already had Katelynn go so your should be used to it. Yes and No. Katelynn has always been a kid who wants to be a grown up, Emily has always been happy with being a kid. She isn't less mature or capable, just content in childhood and happy with herself. I always say that Emily will be one of those 90 yr. old women who are young at heart and everyone loves.

Well, I will say it's been nice to get back on here and maybe, just maybe I will be better about updating and sharing all the blessings and joy I find each day.