Josh’s Baby Book

Halle started 1st grade on Aug 18th.  She had been a little nervous all summer because someone told her that her teacher was bossy.  She came home from meeting her teacher and dropping off school supplies and she was so excited.  She said, “Mom—my teacher is sooooooooooo nice!  She’s not bossy at all!”  The relief…

That’s how many miles I ran on Sunday. Nat and I ran the Denver 1/2 Marathon and it was awesome! We started training about mid July, and in some ways it’s hard to believe it’s over. I loved the challenge of each week pushing your body to go farther and/or faster than you’ve ever gone…

Last week I got to do singing time/sharing time in Primary. We did a little tribute to Pres. Hinckely that turned out really cute. (although I can’t take credit for the idea–got it from a Yahoo group for Primary Choristers) All through Sharing Time we were learning facts about his life, and the last one…

For Christmas this year I asked for cash because I wanted to go on a shopping spree and get new clothes, shoes, etc.  Well…..three kids does not lend itself to shopping–EVER–and so my money just sat burning a hole in my wallet.  Then, I saw an awesome deal on a Nikon D3000 SLR, and I…

Let’s talk about grocery shopping.  #1—I am eternally grateful for shopping delivery services.  Peapod is the one I’ve been using in Boston.  If you are prepared, everything can be delivered straight to your door.  #2—I am never that prepared.  #3—THEN you have to make multiple stops at CVS, paying exorbitant prices for much needed items…

On St. Patrick’s day Susan, Jen and I went skiing at Copper Mountain. It was a PERFECT ski day. The snow was soft, the sun was shining, and there wasn’t a stinky diaper in sight! It was so fun to have lots of girl talk, good food, and to find my ski legs again. We…