Kate the Jumper

I just had to add this picture because it is so cute! Thanks to daddy for editing it!

On With Life

I have been wallowing in self-pity for a long, long time. We were unsuccessful in our attempt to bring another little one into our family. This news was just about the hardest news I have ever had to bear. I still get teary eyed as I think about what was not to be. But, I am finally ready to get on with life. I have so many blessings. My children are healthy and happy. My husband loves me. I am a child of God. I know that He loves me and has a plan for me. Even though I do not know that plan, I will carry on and strive each day to remember my many blessings and strive to do my part to strengthen my family and build up the kingdom of God. I do have a wonderful life and so much to be thankful for. Three of my biggest blessings are Ryan, Jacob, and Kate.

Ryan: He was just made Director of Logistics for the Northwest Region!! He has been gone so much and working so hard. We are always glad when daddy comes home!

Jacob: A super smart 4th grade student. He has all A's on his mid-term. He has lots of homework and works hard every day. His favorite day is Saturday because BYU will most likely have a football game. Thanks to NCAA 2008 (the video game), Jacob has learned a lot about the game. He and Ryan went to a Cal Berkley football game Saturday, and when asked what play he would run in any situation, his answer was most always, "A Hail Mary". (of course!) Jacob also got some special time with dad on a last minute camping trip to Yosemite! They slept in the truck, hiked, and had a great time together.

Kate: A preschool pro. She attends preschool in three classes, although only one is her "official" class. She is such a smarty pants. Kate is also a leader in school. She climbed up to the top of the playhouse and saw a little boy in the neighboring yard without his pants. She then "sold" tickets to the "naked show" to all her friends! We are going to have to keep an eye on that girl! Kate also just finished a power tumbling class and did a wonderful job!