I like the fact that life changes all the time.  I think change can be good for the soul.  It helps us grow and learn more about ourselves and those that we love.  I have realized that with all the change in my life that Parker and Azuree mean more to me than I ever thought possible.  They complete my heart.  I cherish the time that I have with them and I even don't mind the fact that they usually both sneak into my bed at night.  I have no idea what the future holds for the 3 of us but I have high hopes that it will be nothing but spectacular because quite honestly we deserve it.

Parker, Azuree and I have embarked on a new adventure and chapter in our lives.  It hasn't been easy but deep in my heart I know that it is the best thing for us.  Life doesn't always turn out how you invisioned it or what you planned but we roll with what comes our way and try our best to deal with the happiness and sadness.  We are excited to be by family and to catch up with old friends.  Parker is enjoying football and starting the 2nd grade and Az is growing up so fast and hopefully start dance.  I am starting work at a school again and still working on my degree.  We are having a great time and enjoying the little bit of summer we have left.

Just Because......

Just because I love this boy so much.......he has been having a rough time lately and we are trying to get it all figured out for him.  In some ways I am relieved that we will have some answers but there is another part of me that feels extremely guilty and sad.  He is such a good little boy, so very sweet and mighty handsome I must add and I wouldn't change him for the world.

Geez, where to start....it's been way too long.  I'll give a recap of everyone and then random pics (if they load)

Azuree-  Still loving her dance class of course.  She was able to met Riquel Olander, who is originally from Twin Falls and was in We Are Hereos who one MTV's Americans Best Dance Crew.  Is growing up really fast and I am not sure I really like it. :(  The biggest accomplishment is she is potty trained!  She actually did really well.  We are still working on the night thing but I am loving not having to haul wipes and diapers everywhere!

Parker- His basketball season is almost over.  It's been nice to see him grow from last year.  He still struggles with focusing on what he actually there to do but well he is having fun and exercising so I guess that is the most important thing.  We signed him up for a baseball league where they actually evaluate the players and then do a draft.  I think that is a little intense for 6 year olds but heck what do I know.  Chris and a friend of ours, Andy, are coaching so both Parker and Ayden will automatically be on there team, thank heavens.  He is doing great in school!

Chris-  Work, work, work.......that is pretty much it unless he is helping Parker with basketball and prepping him for the upcoming baseball season and he has been a super help to me with my crazy hectic schedule so I am very very greatful!

Me- Well, I am busy with school, work, dance and cheer and the family.  It's rare to have a weekend where there isn't something.  I had someone ask me once if I feel too busy and I thought I think if I didn't do all of this stuff I would probably be bored.  I only have till July of 2013 to get my degree and I can hardly wait.  My math classes are killing me because let's face it I suck at math but once I get those done I know that it will be smooth sailing.  Dance and Cheer are somewhat busy....State is in 17 days!  I can't believe it.  Dance SWEPT the floor at regionals and took first in everything, it was amazing!  Cheer took 2nd in Show, 3rd in Sideline, 2nd in Pom and 1st in Stunt.  Both teams did absolutely fantastic and I'm excited to see what they do at State.

That is pretty much a recap more of less.  Now enjoy some random pics, lol...............

A month's recap

It's been awhile so I will just give a quick recap with some photos:

-  Chris rolled his car, he had one scrape!  He keeps cheating death, not sure how but he does and I wish it would stop testing his luck!
-  Chris went to Minnesota for a week for work
-  Parker lost his first two teeth on the same night
-  I started school.....I have a year and a half until I get my Bachelors in Special Education, can't wait!
-  Azuree just continues doing dance and gymnastics
-  Parker finished up his 1st football season and starts basketball in January
-  Cheer had a sleepover at the the school, Parker joined in on the fun of riding the mattress down the stairs



I know there is more but those are the main highlights......

Flying High

I just had to put these pics of a few of my Varsity at an away game.  The 2 bases are typically backspots because they are POWERHOUSES and seriously awesome!  They got Kelsi so freaking high!!  It was amazing!

Flag Football

Parker is playing Flag Football this year and is having a great time.  It's really fun watching him, I secretly thinks he likes getting aggressive and it being ok.

Sneak Peek!

I have an amazing dancer that has an amazing mom who likes to take pictures so here are a few.........

Stones

Well, it turns out Azuree did have a kidney stone. She is now on a low sodium diet, which is a lot harder than I thought. The doctor at the U of U was amazing and so sweet with Az. She is not sure if this will be a reoccurring problem for Azuree or if it was a one time freak thing. It is one of those things that time will have to tell. We are shooting for the freak thing! LOL

Parker: Mom, remember that girl that loved me and chased me at school the other day?
Me: Yeah!
Parker: Well, today she broked me heart and started loving another boy.
Me: I am sorry bad, that's sad.
Parker: It's ok another girl loved me and chased me today.

Oh, the joys of elementary school, lol!

5 6 7 8

She has officially started!  I am so excited that she loves dance and I know that lots of moms say that but are really living out there dreams in their kids but honestly Az loves it.  She dances all the time and is always at practice with me and mimics my dancers and cheerleaders.  I love that she has an excitement for something and I look forward to sharing this with her as she grows!

1st Grade

Today was the first day of school and Parker started 1st grade!  He was so excited but once he got there he acted a little nervous.  I am even happier that he got the teacher I wanted him too!  One of my dancers (Courtney Leiser) mothers is a first grade teacher (Mrs. Olson) and both of us (Mrs.Olson and I) requested he get in her class and well I guess we both got what wanted!  He even has a few kids from his soccer, baseball and basketball team in there.  I also think that he looked quite handsome!  Azuree was ready to join him.

The next Tiger Woods?

Chris is part of a golf league once a week and so this year he decided for Parker to join in.  They had so much fun and really enjoyed that weekly night as father and son.  He did a really good job and all the men were willing to help him learn.

Yellowstone

A free place to stay that's only 45 minutes from Yellowstone... heck why not! We were so lucky to go on this vacation and it was just what ALL of us needed before school starts, cheer and dance get going crazy, Parker's sports, Azuree starts dance and well ya know just the normal everyday busy life! If you happen to go you need to stop at the Wolf and Grizzly center in West Yellowstone because they have a super cool program where they get the bears out of the setting, let the kids go in and hide the bears food and then once the kids get out and all is safe they let te bears in and we get to watch them seek out their food. It was so awesome and I was so happy tat Parker got to have that experience. (He also became a Junior Ranger, badge and everything) It was beautiful to say the least........