She's at it again - Miracle!!!

Shannon and Brian are expecting a new baby in October 2013. This pregnancy is a surprise and is pretty amazing considering the process that was required for them to conceive Little Buddy. For internet safety, the new baby will be referred to as Copper as in a penny.

Look at my Sun Lovin' Sweetie

Going Home Today!

Everyone is Happy!!!!!

Little Buddy

Poor Little Buddy is in the hospital. He had a horrible cold, cough etc. Both nurses she talked to at the Pediatricians office told her to give him lots of fluids and Tylenol for discomfort....and Shannon finally took him to the ER. The ER thought he might have RSV....The test came back negative, but they admitted him because his oxygen levels were very low. He has been in the hospital since Saturday. His levels are better, but not good enough. I don't have today's report yet. Little Buddy is a very easy going baby. He hasn't fussed about anything they have done to him.

My sweet little boy

This is my most favorite picture of Scott ever....

The innocence and sweetness of his face.

Scott's life has brought us joy and a great deal of pride.

He has been true and faithful to the gospel

Discovered and developed many talents, skills and acquired knowledge.

He is a wonderful husband. He is supportive of Cate and her desire to continue to reach her dreams.

I admire him for this selfless attitude.

We are so proud of all he has accomplished and continues to achieve.

We love you Scott!

Scott's handprint

This is Scott's handprint that was made when he was in the Star class in Primary. His teachers were Cindy Redd and Jeanette Butherus. This has been displayed in my garden window since 2000 and I'm not sure where before that. It has watermarks from the sink splashes. The little foil butterfly was also part of this Mother's Day gift, I'm pretty sure. Do you remember this Cindy?

Anyway, it is time to get rid of it. I love it, but don't see myself putting it on display at the new house.

In check

My blood pressure is finally in the normal range consistently now. I have noticed my production of the hormone cortisol is decreasing. You know, that hormone that creates fat around your middle... .... because I can bend over easier and don't feel as much fat when I sit. (You're supposed to laugh now).

Fred and I have been working TOGETHER on a few house projects. I know you better sit down for all this news. I painted Scott's room with very minimal help from Fred. 

I helped in the family room to prep the room for carpet that was installed on Monday morning. It's not the greatest photo because of all the new white switch plates and tools on the floor, but it does look nice. Especially the funny stairway we have up to the little bathroom. It was always this really ugly rust colored industrial indoor/outdoor looking stuff.

I rented a storage unit for us to store our extras so we can take photos to post while we try to sell the house. Fred finished the new deck and we painted the repaired fence lattice work together.

Yep fine work and progress going on around here!