The happiest kid on earth!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
After much begging....
....and pleading, Jordy finally got her cut off. I was seriously scared and having a little panic attack when the first chunk came off. But, I couldn't help but be happy for her sitting there with the hugest grin on her face!! And, by the time it was done, I was loving it!! It's so much easier and I don't have to hear her complain about the big rats! Regan and Morgan both came with me and after watching Jordyn, they decided they'd like a turn. They weren't sure if they wanted to take off as much so they both had a few inches taken off and some cute layers put in. They both look adorable! I wasn't sure what DJ would think because he's always been a long hair man (on the girls, not himself :):) But, surprisingly, he totally loves it and wishes that I would've done the same with Regan and Morgan. I'm sure we'll be heading back to the salon in the very near future.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
A spring in my step
And these are the reasons why:
* The weather is beautiful, sunshiny, no wind, and perfect for attending Regan's track meet and Morgan's soccer game this afternoon and evening.
* We finished planting raspberry starts last night, that makes 5 large rows with approximately 18 plants in each. I'm praying that we have at least 50% survive, DJ says that he's betting 90% will. Who's more optimistic in our household?
* The computer room de-junking is finished. The room has been a thorn in my side for way to long so I finally tackled it. It's not perfect but at least I got rid of TONS of junk (a huge garbage can full) and I broke down and purchased a shredder so as to clear out all of my very old documents that I no longer need.
* I finished the "Hunger Games" series. I couldn't put the darn things down, they totally had me sucked in. So, I'm glad I'm finally finished so I can do something productive.....no more book recommendations for me from anyone, not because I don't appreciate it, but because now I know I will get nothing done if I start!!!!
* We're in the last few weeks of school and planning out the fun activities of the summer. I have to admit that I'm always freaked out about the first week of my kids summer vacation. It just takes me that much time to adjust to having all 6 kids around all the time again, you know, twice as much laundry, kids in and out of the fridge All. Day. Long., tons more messes, double the cooking, etc. I'm excited, but, the nervous kind of excited!
* While cleaning out the den, I came upon a huge file filled with stuff from DJ's childhood. Among the piles of pictures, I found a couple of stories written by DJ's dad that I had to stop and read. I couldn't put them down, and it just so happened that one of the stories had some really great advice that couldn't have been more timely for my hubby. DJ was pretty thrilled when he came home late that night from Bishop responsibilities and got to sit down and read his dad's words of wisdom. You can't tell me that journaling isn't important, in whatever form you choose, blogging, actual journals, short stories, notebooks, whatever. You never know when something you write down might be useful to someone else. Thanks, Dad Teichert. Come to think of it, I think my dad has kept a journal faithfully for a lot of years, I guess I need to ask him if I can borrow them sometime!
* Porter and Kamryn have been playing outside together for 2 hours with no fighting. I don't know what they would do without each other.
* The kids have been talking a lot about our Southern California trip and what a great time they had. I still haven't blogged about it which bums me out but it is so darn cute to hear the babies talk about the things that were "so fun" and the things that were "scawee" (scary). For now, they remember a lot of details of the vacation, favorite rides, not so favorite rides (Pirates of the Caribbean) meeting princesses, playing on the beach, seeing Mickey Mouse, going to dolphin and whale shows, etc. In the grocery store yesterday, they pointed out the lunchables and said, "mom, we have those at Disney Land." We were at the library last week and they found all sorts of books about dolphins and whales and they both went on and on about the fun show where the dolphins jumped high in the air. I only hope they can keep those memories stored in their little brains because it really was a dream trip!
* The weather is beautiful, sunshiny, no wind, and perfect for attending Regan's track meet and Morgan's soccer game this afternoon and evening.
* We finished planting raspberry starts last night, that makes 5 large rows with approximately 18 plants in each. I'm praying that we have at least 50% survive, DJ says that he's betting 90% will. Who's more optimistic in our household?
* The computer room de-junking is finished. The room has been a thorn in my side for way to long so I finally tackled it. It's not perfect but at least I got rid of TONS of junk (a huge garbage can full) and I broke down and purchased a shredder so as to clear out all of my very old documents that I no longer need.
* I finished the "Hunger Games" series. I couldn't put the darn things down, they totally had me sucked in. So, I'm glad I'm finally finished so I can do something productive.....no more book recommendations for me from anyone, not because I don't appreciate it, but because now I know I will get nothing done if I start!!!!
* We're in the last few weeks of school and planning out the fun activities of the summer. I have to admit that I'm always freaked out about the first week of my kids summer vacation. It just takes me that much time to adjust to having all 6 kids around all the time again, you know, twice as much laundry, kids in and out of the fridge All. Day. Long., tons more messes, double the cooking, etc. I'm excited, but, the nervous kind of excited!
* While cleaning out the den, I came upon a huge file filled with stuff from DJ's childhood. Among the piles of pictures, I found a couple of stories written by DJ's dad that I had to stop and read. I couldn't put them down, and it just so happened that one of the stories had some really great advice that couldn't have been more timely for my hubby. DJ was pretty thrilled when he came home late that night from Bishop responsibilities and got to sit down and read his dad's words of wisdom. You can't tell me that journaling isn't important, in whatever form you choose, blogging, actual journals, short stories, notebooks, whatever. You never know when something you write down might be useful to someone else. Thanks, Dad Teichert. Come to think of it, I think my dad has kept a journal faithfully for a lot of years, I guess I need to ask him if I can borrow them sometime!
* Porter and Kamryn have been playing outside together for 2 hours with no fighting. I don't know what they would do without each other.
* The kids have been talking a lot about our Southern California trip and what a great time they had. I still haven't blogged about it which bums me out but it is so darn cute to hear the babies talk about the things that were "so fun" and the things that were "scawee" (scary). For now, they remember a lot of details of the vacation, favorite rides, not so favorite rides (Pirates of the Caribbean) meeting princesses, playing on the beach, seeing Mickey Mouse, going to dolphin and whale shows, etc. In the grocery store yesterday, they pointed out the lunchables and said, "mom, we have those at Disney Land." We were at the library last week and they found all sorts of books about dolphins and whales and they both went on and on about the fun show where the dolphins jumped high in the air. I only hope they can keep those memories stored in their little brains because it really was a dream trip!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
My dad!
I stole these pictures from my mom's blog. It brings back such great memories of my childhood on our ranch in Park Valley, UT. After having to leave the ranch because of a bad injury, my dad left what he loved most to go back to college to earn a degree and basically start a new life with a family to support. I can't imagine how hard this must have been for my dad to leave the ranch and his family behind but he knew he had no choice. Though times were hard for quite a few years, my mom worked especially hard teaching piano lessons in the early morning hours and worked a full time job while my dad went to back to college at Utah State University and worked full time as well (at the college, I think). Even though this had to be a really tough time for my parents, I never lacked for the things I needed. They somehow were able to stills support 4 kids and life was great for us. I know things always happen for a reason. My dad got the best job working for Eastern Idaho Ag Credit Assoc. in Blackfoot, after he graduated from college and has worked there ever since. In the past several years he has been able to own a couple of horses and he and mom purchased a truck and trailer. I think he's found his dream horse now! (Snip) My dad spends a lot of time now out in Park Valley helping his dad and brother on the ranch and he often rides for clients & friends as well, and he loves every minute of it! I love my parents and I'm grateful for the sacrifices they made for our family and I'll be forever grateful for my up bringing in the best place ever (Park Valley, UT).
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Kaleb's preschool snack
When Kaleb got home from preschool today I asked him what he had for snack time and he replied with pure delight, "flies on a log." Huh???? Did I hear him right? C'mon, what's the first thing you thought of when you read that?? I'm sure it wasn't raisins on a brown cracker, right? hmmmm.... I'm wonder what's on the menu for tomorrow??
Monday, May 2, 2011
Monster Concert 2011 (Regan) at OneTrueMedia.com
Grandma and Grandpa Teichert and Grandpa Rose couldn't make it to the concert so the following videos are especially for them but feel free to take a listen! I love Monster Concert! Regan played 4 really long and hard songs so her video is over 9 minutes long. She played 2 songs with her friend, Lindee Andrus, and the other 2 were played as a trio with another Andrus girl. The last song played by all 3 girls is my favorite which starts at about the 7 minute mark. Good job girls!
Monster Concert 2011 (Morgan) at OneTrueMedia.com
This was Morgan's 2nd year participating in Monster Concert. It's amazing what a year can do, she's improved so much thanks to a great teacher and lots of practicing. DJ was so a little choked up after hearing her play (I mean everyone, not that you can pick her out). I don't think he knew she could play so well.
Monster Concert 2011 (Jordyn) at OneTrueMedia.com
Jordyn is playing with her teacher who is in the black suit on the front row. This video is horrible but at least the sound is good. I'm not sure if you can see it in this video but Jordyn bounces up and down to the beat, she was so stressed about messing up even though I kept assuring her that no one would notice. Funny girl!
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