Happy Birthday Twins

I married someone younger...this is the part of the year where he catches up with me. When Tim celebrates his Birthday he shares the special day with his twin sister. I don't really think they look that much a like, but it's true they're twins.

There are so many things I love about Tim. I've kept a journal of everything. I call it the I love you because. It's so fun to go back, and read all of these things that I've written. I just wanted to share a few: I love that he's competitive, and doesn't give up. Even when we are playing our two player game, and he doesn't stand a chance in the last round. He's still sure that he's going to win...it makes the victory that much more sweet. I love that he always takes out the trash, and puts a new bag in. We had a fun celebration dinner and cake. It doesn't get much better than that (there were three celebrations pizza, ribs, and costa vida) YUMMY! Tanner was so excited about what he got for Tim he could hardly keep the secret.

False Alarm

For the most part being pregnant has been fun. I was never too sick. I always felt nautious all throughout the day. I was exhausted after taking a shower, and hated eating meat. In the middle part there was one spot on my back that kept bugging me, but I would just have Tim rub it. I think I've been pretty lucky. My hormones have done something a little strange, but my sister has the same problem...I have a wart on my foot. However, other than that everything has gone smoothly. I have been able to work, and have felt good throughout these past nine months. It's clearly a bit embarassing to get such chubby feet. However, Friday after school I was really embarassed. I was unsure if my water broke, and when I called to ask the Dr. they informed me I needed to go to the hospital and find out.

So Tim, and I made the treck in to labor and delivery. I was in no pain...but just had to go to have them check since I wasn't sure. They were so nice about everything. They ran two tests to find out my water hadn't broke, and we were good to go. What really happened is the baby jumped on my bladder. I felt pretty silly to have to make a trip to the hospital to find that out. After we rushed to the river cats baseball game, and had a fun evening. I was excited because I got a snow cone.

Swollen Hands and Feet

It's gotten a little out of control recently. As you can easily see...the small feet are Carsons we look very similar don't we. I had to get a new ring to fit on my hand. I have one pair of shoes that fit as you can see from the image. They also really don't even fit that well. The first photo is where I thought my feet were swollen. However, I have learned that was really nothing. I guess if this is the worst of it then I can handle that it hurts my pride to have my feet so FAT.

Delicious not Nutritious

Tonight we went to the store to get a treat, and decided to do some shopping.
While we were unloading our groceries to pay I became a bit embarassed because I noticed we had a lot of sweets in the cart. I usually make a list to take I didn't have one tonight. I had a bit of a sweet tooth, and we ended up with sour patch kids, chewy peaches, tootsie rolls, klondike bars, cake mixes, sweet cereal (which we never/ I never buy). Plus to top it all off I am huge...as we bagged the groceries we were laughing so hard OOPS.

On the way home we saw a family of deer. We didn't want one to get hit. So, I was kind of teasing Tim, and told him to turn around so we could scare the deer back away from the road. Tim turned the car around, and decided to go scare the deer back in the hills. I said, I think you need to get out to chase after them...he said are you serious. We waited there for a bit as the close distance scared them back away from the road.

Well it's Saturday Night

I went to Roseville to help my sister get Carson to smile in their family photos. I am a bit ghetto because I snapped a quick shot while she was taking pictures of the boys, but they looked so cute.I took that photo of Tim because I thought he looked so handsome; so we had our own photo shoot too. It was a tricky task with three boys. I think Tim was better at getting him to smile. We had such a fun time after we all went to BIG SPOON, and then to the fountains. That's what you see in the background of the dark photo. These are really cool, and we all loved watching them. They are synced with music, and lights.

The Favorite Babysitter

Tanner told Keri that I am his favorite babysitter. However, when he was suppose to tell me he said no she's not, and then Parker says Tim's the best one. This picture is from when we went to the park. They both wanted to hang out with these 8 year olds who weren't being very nice to them. On the way home they asked why I let them stay out so late. They are the best. At the park Parker got stuck at the very top of the play structure, and wanted me to come up and go down the big slide with him...he was very disappointed when I explained I couldn't because there is a baby in my belly.

Willy & the Mayor of Rancho Cordova

Congragulations William! This is from his court of honor.

Family Shower (I am 8 Months)

I had such a fun day! We were spoiled, and I felt so grateful for everything. It was so fun to see everyone. Thanks Jackie for planning such a fun shower.

Summer School

For both of us summer has entailed attending school. However, our roles have been different. My last day teaching was Friday. I have taught summer school in the past, but it has been to the students trying to get ahead. This year I was teaching those who failed. So, my experience was a bit different. I think my last day kind of explains it all. I have a student JENSEN was his name. This kid looked high as a kite every day. He would fall asleep drool oozing out of his mouth onto the floor because of the way he slept. It is never my policy to let students sleep, but after encouraging this student to stay awake so many times...it was his choice he was hurting himself. Every time they fall asleep they loose minutes, and they have to be in summer school a certain number of minutes or their buts are kicked out. So, any who now I am finished with background the last fifteen minutes of summer school the rest of the class and I are chatting. He's in the front of the room and had been sleeping all day (the last day in summer school is kind of a wash grades are due Thursday- most students don't come...but JENSEN had to be there because he'd missed too much time) So, without any warning he turns his head over to the side of his desk, and starts vomiting. I thought he'd spilled a drink (which he'd already done before and they're not suppose to have drinks except water). So I am getting super mad Jensen oh my gosh you spilled your drink. Then someone says I think he's throwing up...which he was. He didn't say hey I am feeling sick, I need to leave for a long period of time continued to throw up on the floor. Well being pregnant the smell didn't really agree with me. I was just said someone give the trash can I've got to get out of here. Then I called the office for the janitor, and stood just outside the door with the rest of the class. He ends up getting up finally and going to the restroom. Oh well JENSEN decides to not come back. I tell the principal. He calls his mom; next thing Jensen walks into the office. I was like were did you go? Oh he was laying a bench?? So, his mom came in and had a chat with the principle. We obviously suspected he was a bit hungover. When asked why are you sick? His reply was I either ate something bad, or I haven't eaten WELL WHICH IS IT BUDDY!!! The principal had to have a little discussion with the parent about drug use. I love being a teacher!

Family Filled Weekend

On the fourth of July we woke up, and went to breakfast with friends at Mimi's. It was really early for Tim to wake-up. He has some things to learn before September comes. We only had to be there at nine, but for a holiday it really was a bit rough for him. After that it is tradition in our family to have caramel popcorn on the fourth of July. The reason being when we were dating Tim was asking what kinds of traditions we have in my family. It was around the fourth of July, and the one that stood out in my mind was when we were kids my mom decorated a pringles can on the outside with paper and stickers to look like a fire cracker. Then the top of the pringles can she some how attached a pipe cleaner to look like the fuse. After the product was finished she would fill it with caramel popcorn...a delicious treat to enjoy while you watch the fire works. Last year I made them for my nephews, and the year before that we just made caramel popcorn. So, this year once again I made caramel popcorn it's TRADITION now. We watched the fireworks from all over Sacramento from Tim's families deck. They live on the river, and we could see a variety of firework shows. The picture of Jerry and Lilly was on the fifth...she had been so tired and wouldn't go down for a nap. Finally Jerry was bouncing her and she fell fast asleep. Oh and I must not forget the picture of Lilly, and the miniature donkeys. Tim was like a little kid he was so excited to show her these from the moment we arrived.

What's more American than Baseball?

The day before the fourth we went to the River Cats Game(they're local baseball team here in Sacramento). The game lasted like four hours...it was super long. We got seats on "home run hill" and we don't have lawn chairs. So, here I am 7 months pregnant sitting on the grass. I was totally comfortable; especially when I was leaning on Tim. I think it looked funny. As the night went on it got cold I was covered up in my blanket. Now lets be honest the highlight of the game was when I got a snow cone even though I was freezing. You just can't find snowcones here in Cali. like you can back home. Earlier in the day Tim, and I took the Hulet girls (peple in our ward) swimming they were a lot of fun. We reminded ourselves of the old swim games there are to play in the pool, and then played: sharks and minnows and marco polo. Tim and I knew different versions of sharks and minnows his seemed a bit more fun. You stand outside the pool, and turn your back, then jump in. It was a bit complicated for the girls...so we settled for the much easier version that I knew. All you do is try to get to the other side of the pool before the shark touches you. It was a lot of fun.

High School Friends Together Again

How fun it was to see everyone, and their new additions. I had such a great time. I think it's so fun to see everyone being mom's. Abby threw me such a fun shower. Thanks! Dallin & Darby are missing from the photo. Everyone gave such great advice I am forever grateful.
LynDee
Get rid of pacifiers by 1 year, though tempting don't hold your baby all the time, let them nap in their beds, commit to nursing for 3 months...then another 3 if it goes well.
Abby
Be consistent, nothing is more confusing to a child than inconsistent parenting.
Jen
Just don't decorate...then you don't have to worry.
I am sure Amber also contributed it's just not written down so Amber please remind me of your valuable advice. Sorry!

Take Me Home Outfit

I am so excited we are having a little girl. I found the perfect outfit to bring her home from the hospital in. I can't seem to come to a decision on her name, but have found the outfit. I don't know if everyone wants something special to bring the new baby home in, but I found this and I was so excited about it. I just stare at the outfit today I picked up the outfit like I was holding her in it. I realize how silly this is I just can't believe soon there will be a little girl in it. It really is amazing how lucky we are. I am not sure if the picture really does the outfit justice.

Four Generations

I'll post this even though I am making a wierd face because it's the only one that will work, and it's special to have all of us together. My mom, my grandma, and me & baby.

Congragulations!

Weston & Kristen: I think this that Kristen is giving is classic. She looked beautiful. I love going to sealings. Hers was an all white wedding, and that was neat. I had never been to one of those before. There is a room that you have to go up stairs to get into off the celestial room in the SLC Temple it was lovely. The sealer gave some great advice. He said women are naturally intuitive so make sure you listen to your wife.

A day at Nut Tree

This place is AWESOME. It it a small amusement park for small kids. Well I couldn't do much but watch, and eat food. It was a fun day.

Welcome!

I am excited about our new blog. I wrote one entry almost a year ago, and haven't done anything since. I've decided to try again. A lot has changed in life. I got engaged. I have now been married for a year and a half. We are having a little girl in September. We are so excited. I am having trouble deciding on a name, but Tim is really supportive on my indecision. I am thinking her name will be Evie Olivia Thompson, but I think I need to see her to make sure. I am five months a long, and getting a belly. My pregnancy has been some where in the middle. I have not missed work, but early on I felt nautious all day. I would get home, and fall assleep for the evening. I also took many baths because I felt so horribly nautious. Now I am feeling so much better. I have energy, and am not nautious unless I wait too long to eat.

Aloha! Friends.....
I am off to Mexico, and what a wonderful time to go.
I just finished the last of all of the Harry Potter's, and feel
as if a part of me is now more complete. I loved it! She's brilliant.
To my much dismay I have purchased a new book...unfortunatly
it is a Jack Weyland. Oh well it will keep me entertained.