Our Crazy Weekend

This past weekend I was the lonesome widow while Jake was in Moab. He was having a blast and it ended up being really fun for me also. On Thursday night I went to my mom's house where we Skyped my sister who lives in Wisconsin. She had a baby last week so we got to see the kids and the new baby. It was so fun talking to them and see what they have been up to. Made me a little sad that I can't hold the little guy though. We then went shopping to Carters and of course I spent more money than needed.

On Friday, I went to work then got off a little early to get the alignment on the car done and then met up with my mother in law. We went up to Salt Lake to go shopping at City Creek with my sister in laws Missy and Val. We had so much fun and I found a ton of stuff which was actually a problem since I found too much! I ended up getting a few shirts and a belt. We went to dinner at Red Robin after where Missy randomly got stung by a bee in the restaurant. Then on our way home I got the phone call telling me that Jake tipped the Jeep (not rolled just fell on rock) that busted up our Jeep and broke our window. Oh joy! At least everyone was okay and nothing that isn't fixable. It could have been a lot worse. He did give me the good news that the Jeep did a lot better than we planned. I guess it is meant for jeeping anyways.

Then on Saturday I mowed the lawn and got myself all ready and then went to Kohls with the girls again. I found some more stuff and then I was headed home for a bit. The boys told us that they were on their way home. They got back just in time for us girls to go to the General Relief Society Broadcast. I was so glad that we were able to go since it was AMAZING! There were lots of things that were talked about but some of my favorites were the our Lord has not forgotten us, and that he is always aware of our trials and heartaches (definitely what I needed). What an amazing thing to have modern prophets and leaders that are guided to teach us true principles.

Today, Jake and I both had a rough night because Aubrey was not feeling real great (still not sure if it was an earache, pressure or what since she had fluid this morning but was feeling fine all today). We got up and just chilled for a bit then Aubrey went back to sleep so I took advantage of that. Then I woke up a half hour later to Jake making me breakfast in bed. I was not about to tell him that I was going to be fasting for the day because it was so sweet. I guess I will be some other time this week. I am not sure if it was a peace offering since I am driving around a Jeep with a cardboard window this week or what ;)  Then we had a great time at church and had dinner at our friends, John and Jessica Tiek's house. We then left so I could go to BYD (Bishopric Youth Discussion) which was really great where we talked about missionary work.

 Well now it is Sunday night and I think I may just need to go soak in a nice bubble bath. Time to unwind before Monday. So long everyone!

Just a boy and his Jeep

I am still trying to get used to this darn Mac computer. I was just learning all of the nerd tricks on the windows from Jake but not I feel like an idiot again. Maybe in time I will figure it out.

Family Time

August was filled with trips, fun times with family, and lots of heat. A few other things that we did in August were go to Bear Lake with the Hofheins family, the dinosaur museum, te demolition derby (maybe that was July i cant remember), and lots of fun in the sun.

California Trip 2012

I forgot to post pictures from our family reunion that we went on a few weeks ago. We had so much fun in San Diego. Aubrey loved the animals and the ocean. The first day we went to Sea World. The next day we went to the Safari Park and then onto the zoo. Then we went to the beach with all the family and then we hit the beach on more time on Friday. Then we headed back for Utah. It was such a fun trip to get away for a bit.

Working

Okay so most of you probably know that I have been working a little bit at my father-in-laws store. I just wanted to ask how the CRAP do moms do it full time? I guess if you have no other choice you have to but how do they find time to do most the housework, play with their kids, grocery shop, and be a good employee? It seems like something had to give and me being a good employee this past week had to give. On Friday our water heater went out so I was going to be late to work, well then I ended up not going because it took a lot longer than planned. Most the time it isn't a bit deal since I work just part time and Aubs comes with me but the strong worker in me about dies. Then today Jake forgot the car seat in his car and took it with him to work. I know my dad is fine with me not coming I and he is super flexible but I feel horrible. I would have never just not showed up for work. In all my years of working I never had a sick day except I went in one day and my boss sent me home.

I actually have loved working lately with seeing family, talking to people, and making a little more money (for things like water heaters ;) but t just makes me wonder what gives for other people if you are working 40+ hours with kids.

How do they do it?

Aubrey working at the store with Papa