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Written by Valerie Brummett
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Wednesday, 15 October 2008 |
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We usually have to lock Carter's door at night. He then stays in bed with out complaint. If the door is open he comes out and tries everything to get out of going to bed. The other night he had been in bed for over an hour so I went and unlocked his door before going to bed myself. I heard him start to talk when he heard his door unlock. I waited and his door slowly opened. He was standing there completely naked. I said, "what are you doing?" He replied, "I don't know." So I put his pull up and pj's back on and tucked him back in bed. He said "No, not these Jammies." I of course just said tough this is what you get. Then at 3 am I heard him screaming and pounding on his door. I went in and he said " I am cold and wet." Well he was nude again and had of course wet his bed. I put his pj's back on and fixed his bed. Then when he got up at 7 he was down to his diaper. At least he wasn't all the way naked....right? So He had made up his mind that he did not want to wear those jammies!
I had my first week at church without Jeremy. He had to work and I braved Sacrament meeting alone. These were no available benches for me to trap Carter with. I had to brave the folding chairs. ( Our ward is so huge!) I found a spot that had people on both sides. Carter did really well until Paige became restless. As soon as I picked her up to comfort her, he decided to make a break for it. I passed Paige off to someone to go and get Carter off the podium. I was really embarrassed and wanted just leave, but I stayed the whole meeting. The wonderful family behind me kept Paige and even carried her to that car for me. I was so grateful for the help. This sweet sister said that her husband was a fireman and she had to brave sacrament meeting alone when there 6 kids were small. Wow! I don't know if I could do it every week.!
Good things:
1. Paige doesn't get up in the night, or undress herself.
2. Carter's independent mind ( I think)
3. People willing to offer a much needed headlock. |
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Written by Valerie Brummett
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Wednesday, 15 October 2008 |
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Last week we celebrated our 4th anniversary! It seems strange, so much has happened. In four years we have:
Lived in 3 homes
Had 5 Jobs
Had 2 amazing and busy kids
Bought a new car
Jeremy has had every calling in the bishopric, Councilor, Secretary, Clerk (except for bishop thankfully)
I have taught Sunday school, Primary, Achievement days, been in the Primary Presidency and been the Young Women's President
Jeremy started his Masters degree, and he only had 8 weeks left!
So much more than I could list.
Jeremy is so much fun to be married too! He is always full of surprises and takes such good care of me and our family.
He took a personal day at work and we were able to spend the whole day together. Grandma Brummett took both kids all day!! Thanks so much! It was great! We went to a movie, ran a few errands, then Jeremy took me out to Red Rock were we did a sunset horseback ride and dinner around the campfire! It was so much fun! I had not been on a horse in years and it felt good and we were able to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Sometimes we get so busy and stressed that we need days like this to just enjoy and have fun together.
good things:
1. A whole day with out kids
2. Grandma's who will watch them all day!
3. Being married to your best friend.
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Written by Valerie Brummett
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Monday, 06 October 2008 |
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I have been tagged, Thanks Cora. Here it goes.
8 Things:
8 TV SHOWS I LOVE TO WATCH
Lost
Birth Day
Adoption Story
Nanny 911
The Dog Whisperer
Saved By The Bell
Boy Meets World
American Idol
(We don't actually have TV Right now so I don't watch anything)
8 FAVORITE RESTAURANTS
Cafe Rio
Macayos
Claim Jumper
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Capriotti's
Maddox
Idle Isle Cafe (I worked there in high school)
Souper Salad
8 THINGS THAT HAPPENED YESTERDAY
Watched Conference
Cooked a huge meal
Ate way to much
Stayed in my pj's all day
Played canasta
Watched kids destroy Grandma's house (Not Mine!)
Chased Carter
Took care of Paige
8 THINGS I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO
Jeremy being done with his Masters Degree (Only 10 more weeks)
Getting over my cold
having the Jeep payed off
Sleeping in...One day
December weekend trip with out the kids
Disneyland family reunion this year
My massage (Jason and Kristen gave me a gift certificate to the spa, Thanks!)
Putting up my curtains
8 THINGS ON MY WISH LIST
A Nap
A Clean house
Painting the kids rooms
Camping trip with my family
Traveling
A Piano
A Minivan (Jeremy is still opposed, we will see)
I am always on the lookout for a toddler sized straight Jacket
8 PEOPLE I TAG
Liz
Sarah
Erin
Jessica
Rachel
Jena
Rebekka
Sariah |
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Written by Valerie Brummett
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Monday, 06 October 2008 |
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I have felt that sweet feeling of joy and peace in knowing that I have been VERY loved and blessed. But I think the Lord has been reminding me to be grateful for the little things. I am going to lift this idea from a friend and try to write down 3 good things, to help me remember my blessings and the good things in life.
1. Rocks. I was doing laundry and as I emptied the washer I found a huge pile of rocks in the bottom. Carter is such a boy. I am so glad that I can watch his fascination as he fills his pocket with rocks. I am not as glad that I forget to remove them later.
2. Routine. Carter is way into his bedtime routine. He wants to be read to, have his songs sung and then hugs and kisses. Today I took the time to enjoy him just sitting on my lap and reading together, instead of just rushing through. I sang one more song and rubbed his back as he dozed off. He sleepily opened his eyes and said "Love you Mommy, give me kisses and hugs."
3. Giggles. Paige is such a sweet and happy baby. She is has the best little smile. When she scrunches up her eyes and opens her mouth wide, it melts my heart. I love to hear her giggle when she is watching Carter. The bond that they have is amazing. No one makes her smile and/or laugh like her big brother.
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Written by Valerie Brummett
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Thursday, 11 September 2008 |
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Was is really seven years ago? It stills seems so clear to me. I remember so many vivid details about the day.
Today as I was driving in my car and listening to the radio the realization that, yes today was September 11th, hit me hard. I felt tear spring to my eyes and a wave of memories. There are few memories from that long ago that are so vivid.
I will not go into detail about it because I am sure that we all remember. I hope that we always will. I hope that we can honor the lives of those who fight everyday to keep us free and safe.
I do remember how many Americans started to cling to God, and search for God. I hope that it doesn't take a tragedy to make us remember our God,and to continue to grow and progress daily.
I am not sure about you, but I have felt like this years election was just choosing whom I liked the least of the two. I even considered not voting. Because there was not a candidate that I felt was "My Guy." I have spent time today to research and I hope that you will too! We need to be proud of our country and we need to be proud of our right to vote, one of the freedoms that people die to protect.
May God continue to bless our great nation and those who sacrifice so that we can enjoy it. |
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