So much going on

I have been such slacker about keeping up on my blog. Things have been really crazy. Here is a re-cap of the past two weeks.












May 27th

Spencer and Cami came over to play with us. Spencer brought over a bug catcher and the boys had so much fun finding bugs. Of course they were all dead, but hey that is okay. They also rode bikes, played on the skate board and played in the sand.

For Broc'sB-Day he got a slip N slide, we set that up and they couldn't quite figure out how to slide on their tummy. It was pretty funny to watch them, they would get a running start and just run down the slide, then slip at the very end or sit on their bums at the end. All in all they had a great time.


June 2nd

Broc went to a new dentist today. They were wonderful with him and he was very good. He wasnt scared at all. He loved it when they took his X-Rays and then when he went to sit in the chair he started watching Monsters Inc. So he was in the zone the whole time. When it came time for her to put some water in his mouth and suck it out she would say, give it a kiss, and it was a long kiss if i do say so my self, but he got all the water out. The end results, GREAT TEETH AND NO CAVITIES!!!!!!!!!


June 4th


Lately I have been hearing about this new water park in South Ogden behind the Ogden Athletic Club. It was finally warm enough for us to go. Our freind Amy, her daughter Hadley and one of the other neighbor kids came and they had a great time. It was a small one, but it was free 99! BONUS. They also had two different play grounds next to it as well, so if they got bored with the water they could play on the playground.






June 5th

I found out in April that they have this bike race for raising awarness for Breast Cancer, it is called the Red Ridding Hood Bike Race. It is up in Wellsville (just before Logan, right out of the canyon). I had every intension of riding in it but guess I didnt finish filling out the entry form the whole way and didnt get in. However my sister in law Amber was able to get in and she loves to ride. She entered to ride the 100 mile race. We stayed the night up in Logan so she wouldnt have to get up too early to be up there. The next morning I took the kids to breakfast and then we hung out in town for a little then went to the park where the race finished at. At the park the kids played for about three hours and they were so good.

It rained all night and into the morning, so the rodes where slick and there was also a very strong head wind. But she totally kicked butt and finished in I believe 6 hours. Great job. The funny thing is is the kids and I were waiting right by the rode to watch her come in and somehow we missed her. So she calls us to ask where we are and we were like well where are you and she said I am done and at the finish line. We are such dorks, I really wanted to cheer her on, oh well maybe next year. Great job Amber!!


One more thing that has been going on around here is our mad rush to get the basement done, or somewhat done. My sister and her family moved back from Nebraska and needed a place to stay until their house sells so they are staying with us. The basement looks awesome! We just need to put the trim up, paint and carpet and it will be done. But that is going to have to wait as we need to save a little bit more money. So we now have a full house, I never thought I would say I have a full house, but we do there is 9 people here. I dont think we are cramped but then I am not sleeping down stairs, so hopefully they are comfortable. Broc sure loves having someone to play with everyday. As soon as her kids are up he gets up and wants to start playing. The other day when we were on our way home from running errands he says, "Mom is my family home for me to play with?" It is so cute! When he says his prayers at night he thanks Heavenly Father for "letting his cousins come to play everyday"

Well that is all that has been going on here. Hope everyone is enjoying the start of their summer and hope everyone is happy and healthy.

Muddy Mess

This is for those of you who think I never let Broc get dirty. I think this proves otherwise.
Actually I was in the basement painting and could see Broc and our neighbor kid playing, so I just let them play. I went out about an hour later because I wanted to know what was so interesting that would keep them in one spot for so long. This is what I came out and discovered him doing.

Thomas The Train Comes to Town AGAIN!

Time for Thomas! We took Broc to Thomas the Train again this year. I think he had more fun last year.

We took his cousin Gauge with us and they had a good time. They both ended up with water bottles, and of course the ride on the train, and I almost forgot, a tatoto. One mile backwards and one mile forwards. Really a waste of money, but worth every penny because he loved it.

Big Brother

Baby Kennedy

Happy 4th Birthday Broc

Four years ago was one of the happiest days of our lives. Our long awaited little boy came weighing in at 7lbs. 15oz. and 21 inches long.

Now four years later he is 37lbs, and about 39inches tall, with a personalty that cant be matched and a heart of gold.
The day started with his swim lessons, followed by getting things ready to have our families come over for some cake and ice cream.

The day before Kris took Broc to get a big boy bike. His other one (which he loved because it was Thomas) kept getting flat tires and the spokes would pop the tires. So he up-graded and also got a helmet. Now all we have to do it get rid of the training wheels. Soon I hope!

Broc kept telling us and his Nanna he wanted a Kitty just like hers for his birthday, she of course knew we didn't like cats, so instead she bought him some Gold Fish. She had originally purchased 4, by the time she got to the house one had died. That night another one died. By the next morning the other two had died. He was pretty upset about them dying but at the same time enjoyed flushing them down the toilet!
He called her the next day to tell of the tragic event and so of course she went on bought him 5 more. We brought them home stuck them in the tank and the next morning 1 died, by the time we got home from church 2 had died, by the time we finished eating dinner the other two died. We are not good with FISH. I would like to say we are going to give up on fish, however I am going to go back to the pet store and find out all the in's and out's on how to keep Gold Fish alive.

For his birthday he got a pool and slip and slide, Hi Ho Cherry O, dinosaurs, books, Lego's ( a Lego Thomas Train too), clothes, Dinosaurs movie, and a BABY! Now this is a funny story...
About a month ago Broc kept saying he wanted to be a Big Brother. I told him that some day he will be and we were just waiting for Heavenly Father to bless us with a baby. That wasn't good enough. So he called his Grandma Chris and this is how the conversation went...

"Grandma I need a baby sister!"

"Your getting a baby sister??????????"

"No I need one, can you go get me one?"
"Where do I get you one, I don't know where to get you a baby sister, you have to wait till Heavenly Father brings you one."
"Well you can just get one at Wal-Mart, or try Shop-Ko!"

It was a really funny conversation! So for his birthday Grandma bought him a baby sister. A baby A-LIVE. I soon found out that it pees! I took the bottle away and told him not to take the diaper off!!!! But he loves it.

However he really did kind of get a real baby sister for his birthday. His Nanna's daughter Kristin had her baby the day before, and she is beautiful. We went to see her on Saturday night and he calls her his baby sister. He was so gentle with her, and sang her songs when she started to get a little fussy. We all hope to see more of her and as much of her as we can, because really she is so cute!!!

That was pretty much his birthday in a nut shell, he had a great day and we are so blessed to have him as a part of our lives, he is the sweetest little boy with the biggest heart.

Pre-School Graduation

I cant believe the school year is over. Last fall a group of ladies from the neighborhood put a Joy School together for our kids. We had 5 to begin with and about half way through added another kid to our group. Broc really enjoyed it and I am sure will be thrilled to be going to Pre-School next year with most of the same kids.

Friday was the last day of school so we had a little celebration. My friend (one of the mom's) found a cute way to make grad hats, so we made those, and she made yummy home made oreos for the kids. We also had these cupcakes with grad caps on the top. I was going to put them on sticks but got to lazy, so they went on top of cupcakes. The kids loved them, thanks Keri for the wonderful idea. I had each kid walk to the top of the stairs to receive their "Diploma" and then told a little bit about each kid as they walked down the stairs. After that they made little sun visors and then we played some water balloon games. Most of the kids liked it, except one didn't like to really get wet, but she was so cute about it.
We had a great year and I enjoyed getting to know the kids that will be going with Broc to school. I also enjoyed getting to know the wonderful mothers of these kids. They are smart and very creative women and I am grateful to have the chance to get to know them better.

A Handful of Pics from Disneyland Trip

Barker Fish Farm

Today we went with Lori and Angela fishing to the fish farm. From the first time Angela and Lori took him last year he has loved to go fishing. This time I got to go with him and it was pretty funny. He loves to throw the line in the water and right before he gets ready to cast you better be at least 5 feet away otherwise you may end up getting hooked. Thankfully Lori and Angela were there to help him put the goop on his line, because I was not going to touch that stuff. He caught several fish but by the time he would reel them in they would be gone, but he did get two that we brought home. We had they fillet them so we could cook them, however Kris and I don't like fish, so we don't really know how to cook it. Broc wanted it for dinner tonight, but I convinced him to have hamburgers and hot dogs instead and we would cook the fish another night, Saved for one more night.

16.2 Miles

Yesterday my sister-in-law Amber and I went on a bike ride, not just any bike ride, a 16.2 mile. We rode around Pine View Reservoir. It was a beautiful ride and for me a difficult ride at some points. But I can now say it conviction that I can do just about anything. Thanks Amber for your encouragement and faith in me. Now lets not do it again for at least a month!

Race

An Estimated 18,000 people attended the Susan G. Koman race last Saturday. Me along with my sister-in-law were part of that 18,000. When I found out about the whole Breast Cancer thing a group of women told me about this group of women called the Young Survivor Sisters. It is a non-profit organization, more of a support group, that is for women 40 years and younger who need support. I meet the head lady Ginger in Layton and we rode down together. I was so glad she called to see if we could ride together because I got to know her better and she is awesome.

We arrived a little bit earlier so we could get a good parking spot. Around 8 tons of people starting showing up. There were so many people I couldnt believe it. My friend Ginger knew the lady from FM100 so they asked to take a pic with the Young Survivor Sisters group, that was pretty neat. Once the race started Ginger and I stayed back so we could get a pic of all the people from behind, my sister in law ran the 5K and we caught up with her at the end. If any of you know where the Channel 5 building is that is where it started, people were lined up on both sides of the street all the way to the old Childrens Museum. Hopefully my pic's did it justice so you can see.
After the race they had all the Breast Cancer Survivors line up and they did a celebration walk, we all got roses and we walked through the Gateway and up on the steps were they took our pics and released beautiful doves. This was a wonderful day! Hopefully next year I will know about it more in advance so I can get you all to join me. Several people had their support groups with them, ie, family, friends. Next year I hope all of you can join me for this wonderful event. You will be amazed at this group of women who have beaten the odds, and meet seveal people who are walking for those who have lost their battle to Breast Cancer.
Thanks Pip for coming with me, you are the best!

Susan G. Koman Race For The Cure, SLC

Hi everyone! So many things have been going on and I have a lot to update on my blog, however that is going to have to wait till Sunday when I have time. Right now I want to tell everyone and also to invite everyone to participate with me in the Susan G. Koman Race for the cure. It is this Saturday morning, here is the outline of the event and what it costs. I thought it was a free race but then how would they raise money for awareness. Duh. Below will give you the details about time, where, and cost. I would love to have anyone there with me who would like to participate. It will be a fun event and I am really looking forward to it. Call me if you are able to make it and we can either car pool or plan on a place to meet.
If you cant make it I completely understand, seeing how it is mother's day this weekend and last minute I completely understand. Thanks everyone for your continuing support and love.

The 13th annual Komen Salt Lake City Race for the Cure will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2009 at The Gateway Mall at South Temple & 400 West in Salt Lake City, Utah.

The 5K (3.1 miles) run and walk and the 1 mile fun run/walk will start at 8:30am at a new start line. Both events will start on 300 W & North Temple heading north, and coming back to end near the Gateway Legacy Fountain.

There will be no timed events this year. A timing clock will be set up at the start and the finish for participants interested in timing themselves.

Please come join us in the fight against breast cancer on Saturday, May 9th!



7:00 am: Race Day Registration
8:15 am: Fitness Warm-Up at the start line
8:30 am: 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run Start
9:45 am: Awards/Sponsors/Survivor Parade and Recognition


2009 Entry Fees
Registration Fees Online Mail in
Survivor, Senior & Youth* $15 $20
Adult $25 $30
Sleep In for the Cure $30 $35
*Senior (65 & over)

*Youth (4-12)

Day of race fees: $40 (all categories)

Arrived

Thankfully my sister brought her computer so all of us are able to update our blogs while we are here! I will start with the day we left, Wednesday. Mine and Cami's flight left at 7:50 am. My plan was to pick her up around 6, however I was so excited and of course couldnt sleep so I got there are 5:10, she of course wasn't ready because I wasnt supposed to be there that early.

We arrived in Long Beach at 9am and got our rent a car and traveled to Ontario CA to pick up my two sisters. However we had some major time to kill because they didnt arrive till 1pm. So we of course found the nearest mall and walked around there. Not really looking for anything particular I found some shoes!!!!! I had all ready brought 5 pairs with me, Yes 5 pairs. After a while we were getting a bit hungry so we went to a place I love called BAKERS. They have the best burritos!!

It came time to pick up the Ladies. We found some paper and made little signs that had their names on them and another sign that said DISNEYLAND OR BUST. We are such DORKS! After picking them up they wanted to go to the mall we went to. After walking half way around they of course were hungry. After telling them we went to Bakers for lunch they wanted to go. So we went back and walked in to order and it was the same girl that took our order from earlier. She actually recongnized us. I felt like such a dork. Of all the places to go and eat we picked a fast food place.

Later that night we walked around Downtown Disney. It was fun, I got a yummy carmel apple.
And of course we had to go to Target, our husbands teased us because they say we came all this way and we went to Target.

Today (Thursday) was a great day! I will post pics later and tell you all about today tomorrow (Friday).

Kris and Broc are doing well, broc had a hot dog for breakfast YUCK! Oh well I am sure they are surviving.

No More Training Wheels

Well it really didn't happen, the no training wheel thing, but it has begun. He said to us the other day he was ready to take the "little extra wheels off" his bike. Friday we took them off and of course he was pretty scared. Watching him ride his bike it always looks like he has pretty good balance, but after watching him on Friday...not quite. But I think with some more practice he will be a pro in about two weeks. Hopefully the weather will be good so we can practice.

Back Tat

The other day we went to Pizzeria for dinner. Broc has a thing about those silly little quarter machines, so of course Kris gave him a quarter, and he picked the one that had tattoos. Thinking he would get a small one I was excited for him. However when it came out it was the biggest press on tattoo I had every seen, and to make it even funnier (if that is a word) it was a huge rubber duck. Very MANLY I must say. So here is a cute pic of Broc with his MANLY tattoo.

THE BEST NEWS

Many of you know I went in for yet another surgery on Tuesday to have another lump removed. We were very nervous about the outcome because the surgeon didn't know what it was. Well they called on Thursday and said that it was a bunch of old tissue and that it was benign! That was the best news in a very long time. I am pretty sure it is safe to say we are out of the woods. Thanks again for everyone's support and for you love and prayers.
We love you all

Kris, Tracy, Broc