Spring Break '13

Feeding buddy the donkey.

 

They LOVED Legoland and are already asking when we can go back!

 

Me and Sheree.

This picture makes my heart melt.

 

We were blessed with an incredible Spring break!

 

Monday was very busy; detox in the AM, then in the evening, I went wedding dress shopping with my good friend, April. My mother in law was so helpful by watching the kids for me that day for both events! It is a blessing to be part of someone's wedding...I am so excited for April!

 

Tuesday the boys had some friends over for a sleepover! Dustin and Caleb spent the night. They had so much fun! They stayed up til way past midnight and finally I had to shut down the party. Instantly, they all passed out! ...and they woke up first thing, bright-'n-early Wednesday morning! They played soccer, we fed the donkeys, they enjoyed playing the Wii U. That afternoon when Crystal came to pick them up, we all got into the minivan and went down Wills Park - a park they had never been to before! After that, we took the kiddos to the mall (the same mall Perry and I originally met at). It was a great, fun filled day!

 

Thursday was a lazy day...we stayed in our PJ's as long as we could (which in all reality wasn't that long, haha). A lady from our Thrive group came over in the afternoon with her kiddos. It was a really nice day!

 

Then came Friday...women's group got canceled, so I took the kiddos to Legoland in the city! It was a blast! We were there all afternoon! The boys absolutely loved it! They had two rides and the boys rode both. The first one is pictured above. There was a super long line and the Lego-guy asked trivia questions with the crowd and if you got the answer right you were able to cut to the front of the line. Well, Zeke got it right and he and Ash moved right up the line! The second ride we all got to do. You sit in the the ride, and it takes you along, you have a laser gun and you shot the bad guys to save the princess! They also had a 4D movie cinema - we saw all there of their short films - they were all pretty good! The kids got to make Legos, Lego cars, race them, etc. Then they had a huge Lego, fire station type play area. And a girlie girl Lego area as well where you could sing karaoke! On our way back home, I called my dear friend, Sheree. We met up and took our kids out to dinner and then went rolling skating! Busy, busy day - slammed pack full of fun! Kids had a blast and passed out once we got in the car on the way home!

 

Saturday morning we went to the kids worshop at Home Depot. Amber and her kids showed up. We hung out at the outlet mall for a bit afterwards. We came home and pretty much chilled the rest of the day. 

 

 

 

 

 

Easter 2013

The boys being silly had me style their hair like Macie's!

This was like a fair ride. It went pretty fast which I didn't realize it would and I was kind of nervous about how Macie would do but

 she loved it as much as the boys did!

Bubbles that evening at the bbq!

Easter morning!

 

We had a great Easter weekend! Saturday I took the kids to an Easter egg hunt at this church we've never been to. They had blow-uppie things for the kids to play on, petting zoo, even a fair ride! It was great! The Seymour's met us there. Macie's age group had their egg hunt first. Macie wasn't too interested in picking up eggs so we headed out pretty quick, lol. At the boys egg hunt, the Easter bunny came by on a helicopter and dropped eggs. It was so cool to watch!

 

That evening, a couple from mine and Perry's marriage group at church invited us over for a bbq. They were so sweet and got each one of my kids a few little toys! It was so nice getting to know them better! They have horses and the kids were able to feed them carrots and apples. The kids had a great time and so did I (they even danced to "Gangnam Style"!). And it was awesome to have grilled chicken instead of it cooked on the stove. (Can you tell I'm tired of this detox yet?! lol)

 

This morning, Easter morning, the kiddos and I went to church. I sat with Chantell and got to visit with Anne and Susan after service. Then afterwards stopped by Perry's mom's house briefly. Later in the afternoon, we went over to the Seymour's who invited us over for Easter lunch/dinner! They are like family to us! It was so nice and of course the kids had a lot of fun. Crystal even put together a little egg hunt for the kiddos. When we got home, I read the story of Easter aloud to the kids from one of their Bible's. I'm so thankful my kids are growing up hearing and learning about Jesus.

 

Overall, it has been a really great weekend. My family and I are so blessed by the wonderful people God has put in our lives. I am so thankful for Easter. Ya know, the REAL meaning of it. I'm so thankful for Jesus. I/we serve a Risen Savior! Woohoo!

 

Happy Easter!!!

Happy Birthday to Asher!

 

 

Today my sweet Asher baby turned 5 years old! I know - he is hardly a baby anymore and I am having such a hard time accepting that! When Asher was actually a baby, he wasn't much of a cuddler, but as he has grown older, he has become very affectionate and my little snuggler! He has one of the sweetest hearts I know. Such a sensitive soul. Intentions are so pure. He's a great little guy!

 

Sunday was his party. He fell asleep on the car ride home from church which is unusual and then didn't want to wake up! I finally got him up as friends started to arrive and it took him a moment to warm up and really wake up, but when he did, he was so happy to be surrounded by those who love him! The Rosi's came from about an hour away, the Seymour's, Ott's, Shephard's (+friends), Tallant's, and Perry's parents and step sister were all there. Sooo. Many. Kids.! But oh so much fun!

 

Today was a very relaxed day. We did end up visiting Asher's grandma Lisa, then ate lunch at the park, and after school our good friends the Isbell's came over and brought brownies. The boys enjoyed playing outside with Asher's new big human size ball and playing the Wii. Very nice and simple day. But I still can't get over how big he is getting. Seems like yesterday he was just 2 years old. I don't know why my kids getting older makes me so sad! I need to get over it! lol!

 

Happy Birthday my sweet Ash! I love you forever!

Detox: Day 1

Today was a very exciting day - today was my first day of detox!! So, this morning I went in to the naturopath doctor and I did 30 minutes of my feet soaking in this mineral water, then 30 minutes in the sauna. They gave me an alkalized water to drink. The room was so relaxing, dimly lit, nice music. It's crazy that this is what treating cancer can look like! I had more questions and was able to talk in detail with them about everything. These people BELIEVE in what they do - it's amazing and encouraging! I was also able to speak with the doctor again and we set up a plan! I'll be going in weekly for 6 weeks doing this same thing, then after this 6 weeks it will be an additional 6+ weeks of more invasive detox. They gave me the container of the powder drink (Green Foods True Vitality) stuff. So, I take it for breakfast - 1 scoop + 8oz water. I can add berries and some lemon juice. Lunch - 1 scoop + 8oz water again, this time I can blend either an apple or celery with it. I can also have a small salad but no meat. Dinner is chicken, turkey, salmon, or bass with veggies. Though they recommend I stick with either chicken or salmon. They gave me a list of OK foods and foods to stay away from. Also, to keep the fruits and veggies fresh, not frozen (of course not canned but I don't buy them canned anyway). Pretty much keep it all organic. Which I pretty much do anyways. Also, I am supposed to drink half my body in water. She told me to take half my body weight, then 16oz per pound. That's a lot of water. Maybe I understood wrong? I should probably call or bring it up next week. I feel so good (confident) after today! I had my lunch drink (no salad), and chicken for dinner. Veggie wise all I have right now is kale and green beans. Dude, I was so hungry I ate soooo much vegatables! Haa! I feel so good that finally I'm doing something ... I feel like I've gained so much knowledge and I just want to share it with the world!

This is the stuff!

On top is the final product: powder + water (before I added the celery). It actually wasn't so bad.

This is the alkalized water. I'm going to look into buying some.

Mineral water feet soaking fun!

The sauna! Ahh, this I loved!