This year we did a murder mystery...first time.
I was the victim! Kind of fun night, thanks guys!
Colin, Randi, Ruth, Hank, Jack, Ruby, & Rose
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Happy Birthday JACK-o-lantern!
My little baby turns four on Halloween! When he was born we had talked about naming him Jack, but Colin was a bit reluctant. It seemed to be more popular. My Grandpa was named Jack and he passed away when I was younger. It is a very special name for me. I was due on November 22! So you can imagine our surprise when Jack came on HALLOWEEN! (Personally, I loved missing out on the last 4 weeks of H*#%$!)
This is the amazing part about Jack's birth. Halloween is also my grandpa Jack's birthday! I know that my grandpa and I were thinking the same thing, and we knew we HAD to convince Colin that Jack was the name! It worked. Thanks Grandpa...for hand delivering one of the most precious gifts of my life.
Jack is so fun and a typical 4 year old: precocious, loud, independent, shy, with a lot of loves and kisses where his mom is concerned. I love him.
Happy Birthday my little man!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Another year, different student!
I have had a student in Ms. Chris' preschool class for the past 4 years! Today was the annual halloween party and parade. Jack-o was my man of the hour. He went as batman, and he was pumped. I got to stay and help with the party. It was really great to be there and observe him. It always surprises me the way they act. He was quiet, but no quite shy. He wasn't clingy and didn't really seem to notice I was there, but didn't mind the millions of kisses I was giving him when I could. He seemed so comfortable. Just what I like!
Jack also experienced, for the first time, a birthday celebration at school. He loved it. I got to tell the class all about Jack, and how great he is, and then they sang to him. I sure love this little man!
Pack Pumpkin Patch x2!!
We go to Pack's Pumpkin Patch every year! It is one of my favorite traditions. This year we went twice. Ashlie, my sister, was supposed to go with me one day, but her kids were sick. Ashley Potter promised me she would go to in-n-out! So we did both! We went to eat the yummiest burger in the land, and then went to the pumpkin patch. So much fun!
Today, Ashlie's kids were better so we went again! It is such a perfect place to take in the beautiful fall weather and beauty! Nothing like Utah's SHORT fall season!
Monday, October 18, 2010
UEA Weekend
This UEA weekend we were a divide and conquer team.
Ruth:
Ruth got to go with her grandma to Florida for the WHOLE week. When a grandkid turns eight she takes them on a special trip. She usually takes any that turn eight that entire year. Ruth is the only one, so she got grandma all to herself. They went to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. They had a great time visiting exhibits like Harry Potter and Dr. Seuss land. Ever time I spoke with Ruth on the phone I got the run down on all the shopping she had done for the day, not all the exciting things they had done! She is such a Wright. Even more "Wright" like is the fact that most of her shopping was for other people. She is such a great girl. I REALLY, REALLY missed her. I knew I would, but I wasn't prepared for how much. We couldn't wait for her to get home, so we canceled ward temple night, and a babysitter and went down to the airport with a sign to get her. It was so fun!
**Hank got sick the night that Ruth left. That night when ruth called the first thing she said was, "Can I talk to Hank?" He had gone to bed so I told her that he would call sometime tomorrow. When Hank woke up he didn't feel good, and didn't want to go to school. He asked if he could talk to Ruth. I told him we would call her in a minute. It took him asking me several times before I actually got around to it. I got her on the phone and here is what happened:
Mom: "Hank, Ruth is on the phone."
Hank: "She is?"
Mom: "Yep."
Hank: Big breath and wiping away the tears, so she wouldn't know he was crying.
Hank:"Ruth, I'm sick" Big tears are now flowing...
Ruth: "I'm sorry buddy, I'll bring you home a treat."
Hank:" I love you Ruth, and I already miss you." Sobbing
MOM: A complete mess on the floor!
Lesson learned: Ruth and Hank are going to be best buddies and get each other through some tough times! Boy, I am grateful they have each other.
**What a tender moment
Hank, Jack, and Colin:
They had a boys weekend in SLC! They started out by lunch, and then straight to the hotel to check in and go swimming. After that a Jazz game, and some room service. The next morning they had room service again, and went to the zoo. Ruby and I met them there. Then it was lunch and home for a nap. After the nap we went and got Ruth at the airport. Fun little weekend for the boys.
Ruby and Mom:
Every one left us so we went to Nana's and cooked up some dinner for book club. Then we dressed up like witches and had a great night. The next morning we joined the boys for some zoo action.
Saturday:
We hit the road for one of our final temple treks. This time we hit the Provo temple, and Mount Timpanogas. It was great as usual. We had fun teaching the boys about the MTC. This is where they will be going sooner than I think I can handle! YIKES!
And a soccer game with Cooper!
On our way home we did hit the Barnyard Boo and Thanksgiving point! Fun...
Monday, October 4, 2010
Logan Temple Trek
This weekend we went to Logan, to touch the Temple. On the way up Ruth said, "Mom, can we do this every year?" I thought she was talking about the USU vs. BYU game. I said, "Ruth, we do do this every year." She gave me a confused look. I realized that she was talking about our goal to touch every temple. She has loved it.
This experience has been the best thing for our little family. The focus we have been able to give to the temple has changed us. I am so grateful for Colin's idea.
We went to touch the Logan temple and catch a college football game, and stay over in a hotel. So much fun! Every year we go to Logan and see my Aggies play some football, we stay at the hotel on campus. It is a great experience for my kids to see college life and get excited.
We ate a Juniper, had bluebird chocolates, Aggie Ice Cream, and Fredrico's pizza. Logan didn't disappoint.
...OH YAH! My Aggies beat those Cougars! Perfect weekend.
Side note: At half time we went to stretch our legs and go potty. I had Ruth, Colin had the boys and Ruby. I came back and sat down and when Colin came back, no Jack. We searched for 20 minutes! It was the SCARIEST thing I have ever experienced. The thoughts that went through my head, YIKES! At one point I felt so helpless, I started yelling at Colin, "Just find him, you lost him, find him." I felt bad later that I yelled, but the helplessness was consuming. Since that night I find myself looking at him, and wondering, "What if?" I can't even go there...
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