Yea Emma

With all of my kids, I didn't force the potty training issue. I let them wear pull ups until they turned three. When their birthday rolled around, it was panty or underwear time. It worked pretty well with the oldest 3. Even before they turned 3 they would at least sit on the toilet. My youngest,Emma,hasn't wanted anything to do with it. She wouldn't even sit on the potty. Well, her birthday is coming up so we decided to start telling her "When you are three, no more pull ups. You get to wear big girl panties." So Saturday we took her to the store and she got to pick out her panties. She has been carrying them around with her everywhere. And guess what, Monday she started using the potty!! Only 2 accidents in 2 days. Sheis no longer my baby.

Easter Party

This year we went to Nate's sister's house for Easter. We always have so much fun when we are there. Here are some pics of all of us having a great time.

Easter Morning

Nate's family has a tradition of hiding the kids' Easter baskets and having them find them. So Nate and I have continued that tradition. Here are some pics of the kids after they found them.Sarah was happy as you can tell.

Easter Outfits

I decided this year I would make the girl's Easter dresses. I don't know what came over me. I figured I could get better fabric and make it for less than I could buy it. I have only sewn once and that was a disaster. This great idea is coming from a girl who in seventh grade failed Home Ec. So I bought the patterns and fabric, cut out the material, and set out on my sewing quest and this is the results.

Noah was "sad" that I didn't sew something for him,so we went to Target and purchased his attire.
I think my kids are adorable.

Park

Here are a few pics of the kids at the new park that opened up in Daybreak. We had a good time. We were there for about 2 hours. It seemed like the time flew by.

Body Image.

I just finished reading Dawn's blog and it has given me a light bulb moment(Oprah). How many times have I compared myself to others or thought I wasn't good enough? The answer to that is countless. I used to not be this way.I used to be a very confident person. When did I start to determine my self worth on how many miles I could run or how tight my jeans fit? I have been consumed with my body image. I have comitted to running the Wasatch Back because I didn't want my friend Marlene to think I was a wimp. Who am I kidding, I am. I hate to run. It is the most unenjoyable thing on the planet to me. But what do I find myself doing? I find myself buying running shoes and running on the treadmill for what seems like hours all because of image. I have committed to doing the race but when it is all said and done I will not do that again. I have to realize that I am fine the way that I am. I do want to be fit and healthy but I don't want it to consume me to the point where that is all I'm thinking about. I have stretch marks and cellulite!!! I say it loud and I say it proud!!!

General Conference

I have struggled with my faith alot over the past few years. I always feel like I'm hanging on by a thread. Watching the Sarurday sessions, has given me alot to think about. For the first time in a while, I have hope. I love this gospel and am very greatful for a loving and understanding Heavenly Father. I am greatful for the atonement and how it has helped me in my life. I am greatful for a wonderful supportive husband and children. I am also greatful for the opportunity I have to prove myself worthy to my Heavenly Father. I pray that He will say to me," Thou good and faithful servant." I know the church to be true. I know it and I know God knows it and I cannot deny it.

Daddy Daughter DInner and Dance.

For an activity day's activity the girls had a 50's themed dance. They all got dressed up. Hannah wore a poodle skirt and Nate was a greaser. They looked great. Here are the pics from the dance.