Summer Fun

Since I can't get anything done at home, we spend most of our time at the pool. We usually hit the Logan Aquatic Center but have ventured across the mountain to the Brigham pool and the one in North Ogden. Last week we headed to Bear Lake but things didn't turn out so well.... there was no beach, the weather was windy and cloudy, Klein threw up on the way over and then spilled an entire container of fry sauce on her and had to ride back without any clothes in a very stinky car seat. The smell is still taking over my car. For the majority of last summer I was in class so it is nice to relax. I finished up my last assignment for my administrative license and I promise I will never go back to school. It feels good to finally be done with everything! Well everything except for my sewing and scrapbook projects that I keep avoiding...

MVP

I am slow posting this but last week, Max was chosen as the MVP for his baseball game. He is really working hard and learning the game. He had three awesome hits- one went over the outfielders! I am proud of him because he is the youngest (and smallest) on his team. His dad was very proud of him too.

Cool June

So far we have had a "cool" June....

We have tried the pool twice so far and despite the wind, rain and not quite 70 degree weather had lots of fun. Max and Klein both love the water. Max braved the big slide by himself which made me a bit nervous but he loved it.

Max has a few more weeks of baseball. He is improving with every game and having fun even though he is the youngest on the team. He got a new bat and last game he played catcher. His dad is a great coach and they are both having fun. Klein loves cheering for Max and Dad.

Today Max finished his frst official golf lesson. It was a bit early for him to wake up but once we got there, he had a great time. He has some trouble differentiating between his golf and baseball swing but improved a lot this week. For the last day, the kids got to go out and play on the course. He was very proud that he hit it in the sand which made me laugh. The worst part for him was not being able to wear his basketball shorts. I signed him up for one more round of lessons but at a later time. Klein wants to play too, of course, and I don't blame her.

The last two weeks I have golfed 18 holes which is something new for me. I walked both times and was exhausted after. I don't know how much longer I will be able to play but it does feel good to get out and I am getting better so I don't want to stop now. I have enjoyed the cooler weather. When it reached 80 degrees I felt way too hot but I only have 11 more weeks! It is one of those things that I want to rush but don't want time to speed by so quickly and I have about a million things I need to get done. We visited my Grandma Maxine last Friday and went to a darling fabric store in Preston where I proceeded to buy material for even more projects.

Jason got me a new car last Friday. I feel very spoiled but we did need something with captains chairs in the middle section so we can fit all three kids in the car. I miss the white car because when it was dirty it was not as noticeable. Now, I am wanting to wash it every time it gets a few spots- I guess I learned that from my dad.

Summer!

A few updates...

Yesterday I became the proud owner of a new iMac computer. Our old one had too many viruses and was so slow. It is very nice but will take some getting used to. It was hard not having a computer at home!

Max has started baseball and there is nothing cuter than a kid in a baseball uniform. He plays twice a week in a coach pitch league. He is an excellent batter (last night going 2 for 3) but he doesn't always like to play in the field. Jason is helping coach and does a great job with the kids.

Klein is as busy as ever copying her brother's every move. She is now riding a little bike with training wheels and is very busy all day long. She hasn't taken an afternoon nap for months but falls into bed every night exhausted after singing to me. She is a sweet girl with lots of energy.

I am loving the summer so far although I doubt I will get much done. I have many projects that I want to do but the kids are keeping me busy. The weather has been very mild but on the days that it does reach 80 degrees, I think it is already too hot. 13 more weeks and our new little girl will arrive. I hope I am ready for three kids!

Jason and I have both been golfing a lot already this year. I joined the Logan River Women's Association and even have a handicap. I have golfed more this year than in the past 10 years combined. It has been lots of fun and great exercise. Jason got me a new set of clubs and they have made a huge difference. I don't know how much longer I will be able to play but for now it will work. I told Jason that we should name our baby "Birdie" because she has been spending a lot of time on the course. Max is taking some lessons this summer and I can't wait until Klein can golf with me too.

Memorial Day brought about two seconds of sunshine and Jason was checking the sprinklers so the kids immediately ran to get their swimsuits on but Klein didn't understand why she couldn't play without a top on and kept trying to take it off.

Adding on...

So if any of you have noticed the very thick waist I am getting and too afraid to ask, the answer is "yes!" we are having a baby. We found out today that it is a girl due to enter the world on September 2. Wonderful timing for a teacher, I know, but you take them when you can get them. Jason and Max really wanted one for their "team" but it isn't going to happen this time. Now I can look forward to a long, hot summer of being pregnant but having lots of fun. I am excited to use those darling girl clothes I have put away and I am glad Klein will have a sister because my sisters are two of my best friends. I am worried about too many hormones but I am pretty mellow so hopefully it won't be an issue. The only problem now is thinking of a name. I have used the only two names I really like so if you have any suggestions, bring them on. And if you know anyone who wants to sub for me in the fall let me know. Hooray for babies!

Spring Break

Spring break was not too "springy" but I will take a week off of school any time. We started with a great Easter weekend and General Conference. There were many wonderful talks and messages. The weather didn't cooperate so well but we managed to get some fun in with cousins and spent a lot of time bothering Grandma Dixie. I took the kids to Baby Animal Days at the Heritage Center. Klein is such an animal lover. She held bunnies and rode the pony and was not afraid of anything. Max wanted to ride the mechanical bull but got too nervous in the end. I spent one afternoon on the golf course and shot really well. It makes me want to golf more! I was also able to go to the temple one morning which I haven't been able to do for a long time. Jill had a skating birthday party for Rhett and Max was awesome on skates. I was impressed! Klein had an ear infection so we had a quick trip to the doctor's office. I am sad to be going back to school tomorrow but I think Max is bored and I need to get back on a schedule so I can get something done but this taste of freedom makes me excited for summer!

Pictures... Finally!

It has been forever since I got pictures taken of the kids. I thought Spring Break would be the perfect time. Max performed very well but Klein, on the other hand, was very uncooperative. She stuck her tongue out and wouldn't pose with Max. The same thing happened when Max was two. He was so naughty that he didn't get any professional pictures until age 4. I guess you take what you can get. They are still really cute kids...