Calli's Kindergarten Program

So Calli had her first Kindergarten Program this year. She did such a good job. She was one of the flower singers. They performed a Snow White. It was really cute and all the little kids did so well. We couldn't be more proud of our little girl.

SOOOO Big!

I can't believe how fast my kids are growing up. I've been playing with the different features on my camera and practicing new shots. I was watching on Studio 5 today and they said that every mother needs to take a day to just follow her kids around taking unique pictures. They don't have to be perfect but they'll definitely tell a story. Forget the laundry and dishes for just one day. Well this was only a couple of hours but I was quite pleased with the results.

Chase's Blessing

It was a great day and his blessing was so very appropriate. It was good to be with family and we had a great afternoon.

Strike A Pose!

Oh how smells bring back the memories

So about a month ago we decided it was time to take away the pacifier from Keira. She is almost 2 1/2 and they needed to go. So we left them at my mothers house to make things easier. Well...her baby brother uses a pacifier. In fact he has two and they are continually being misplaced (by his older sister). Anyway, the other day I was on the couch feeding the baby and wasn't really paying attention. I just happened to look up and caught Keira holding Chases's pacifier and smelling it. But she wasn't just smelling it. It was almost as though she was reminiscing of those lost moments she had with her own pacifier. You know that look that steals across your face when you smell something familiar and you just close your eyes, take a deep breath and embrace the moment in which you are reminded of the past. Well that was the exact look that spread across her face in those few seconds...alone....with her brothers pacifier.

Hello Snick!!

So Nick and the girls went to temple square tonight. I unfortunately had to stay home with a sick 2 year old and and a baby. Anyway...as they were driving down the freeway the girls started to play a game where they would continually call each other on their imaginary cell phones. Nick wasn't really paying all that much attention but as the girls continually got louder in their laughter he decided to listen in. This is what their conversations went like

Calli: Hello Snick!

Livvy: Hello Snick!

And so on. Nick said he was puzzled as he didn't understand what they were saying. He finally figured it out and started bursting with laughter. You see...when Nick answers his cell regarding work calls he always answers it "Hello this is Nick". But now that I think about it he does say it rather fast. So apparently the girls understood his answering to say "Hello Snick" instead of "Hello this is Nick". Isn't is so funny how kids pick up on things and interpret them in their own way. I got a big kick out of this story.

Aaah!! Memories

So I was reading back several years ago in my blog and found it so interesting that life hasn't changed that much in five years. With the exception of 2 additional children things move along the same. That is of course the bickering and arguing. The messes and the chaos. It still continues and and has only multiplied in intensity. Sometimes I wonder "what was I thinking....4 kids!!! Aargh!" But then I am quickly humbled and reminded of the true blessing it is to be a mother. Last night I had an epiphany. After screaming and yelling at my children for 1) dumping a pile of cinnamon/sugar mixture into the dogs water bowl 2) writing a myriad of numbers on the wall in the bedroom 3) writing with my lipstick on the inside of my bathroom cupboard 4) nearly breaking the zipper wide open on the Love Sac 5) and finally the increase in the contention level rising to an all time high. And to top if off...Nick is out of town. So to handle all of this on my own whilst keeping my sanity. Apparently I am not capable of doing that because I lost it. And then after a tear filled conversation with Nick I realized how wrong I was. I am the mother and therefore have to set the example (not an easy thing to do when your frustration level is through the roof). Anyway. Needless to say there was much apologizing going on this morning as I am trying to set a precedence of patience and forgiveness. I truly love my children and pray that through all my mistakes that they turn out to be the wonderful people I know they can be. I pray that they will be just like their dad who is the epitome of patience and love.

Thanksgiving Blessing

He truly has been a blessing in our home and we cherish every day that we have with him as he is our last baby that we will welcome into our home. It is a little bittersweet, but with all the sleepless nights we have had thus far I am sort of looking forward to no more. Is that selfish? But I sure do love my little boy!!!!

Sweet Chase!

Here is our little boy at about 1 1/2 weeks old. His growing up so fast. I can't believe he is almost 2 weeks and that it has already been that long since I had him. Oh how I wish the time wouldn't go by so fast as he is my last. He is such a sweet boy. I couldn't love him anymore.

Ta Da!!

So he is finally here. Our new little baby boy. Chase Michael Coleman. Born yesterday @ 11 am 7lbs. 10oz. and 19" long. We had to go C-Section and the last minute because he decided to turn breach at the last minute and the Dr. couldn't get him to turn as his feet were already lodged in my cervix. NAUGHTY!! The nurses and Dr.s felt as though his name is appropriate as they had to chase him around my uterus because once they opened me up he had miraculously turned head down. Crazy. But he is super healthy and is a really good baby. We can't wait to bring this little one home tomorrow. Thanks to everyone for your prayers and support. We couldn't have gotten here safely w/o them.

Happy Halloween

Just a few pics of the girls Halloween Night. We had so much fun and the girls, even Keira, just couldn't stop trick or treating. I think they could've gone all night long.

Gardner Village

So we took the kids to Gardner Village over a week ago as I was trying to get all the Halloween stuff done before baby comes. But much to our surprise...he is still baking!!! We are all just amazed that I have made it this far. Anyway, the girls loved seeing the witches (except for Keira). They are really excited for Halloween. I just hope baby doesn't decide to show up on Halloween.

Just about there!

So this is for my dad who hasn't been here with my mom and was wondering how pregnant I am. So here it is. Almost 37 weeks. And the stitch came out today. So I finally have my freedom back and can get up and go. Hopefully I will make it to 38 weeks, which is what we're praying for. Baby boy is active and starting to wear on me. But we look forward to his arrival, whenever that is.

A day at the zoo

This day trip was back in September but I have just been so lazy with blogging. The girls had so much fun with Grandma and Grandpa and cousins and Aunts and Uncles. The whole gang went whilst I was stuck at home. Boo hoo for me. But my time is almost up. 2 days left on bedrest and then I'm FREEEEEEE!!! But many thanks to the Coleman family for the wonderful day spent at the park.

First Day of School

So the girls are in school. HALLELUJAH!!!! Oh the days fly by and being on bed rest that is a heaven sent as I still have 2 1/2 months to go in this position. The girls were both so excited for school. Livvy started last week and Calli has about been driving me and my mom crazy with her anticipation to start herself. And then the blessed day came yesterday. Oh is was such a peaceful afternoon. Keira was down for her nap and the whole house exuded peace. My mom and I hardly knew what to do with ourselves. My mom has been wonderful about this whole situation; shuffling kids back and forth to school, doctors appts., dinners, laundry, cleaning. You name it my mom has been doing it. And this girls are just so happy to have her here. She is our saving grace. We love you Bama!

Easter Day

Yes they are a little late. But better now versus never. The girls had so much fun. Especially Keira even though it wasn't the nicest of days. And Nick had forgotten to clean up all the dog poop the day before so the girls were having to maneuvre around dog poop in the yard. But all with smiles on their faces. And they looked so cute in their matching dresses. I am sorry....I can't help it. They think it's still cool at this age and so I am taking full advantage of it while I can. Darn Right!

Calli's midnight snack

So Livvy begged me to make a pumpkin pie on Saturday and so I obliged. I had a Primary meeting that night and so when I returned at about 11pm ( I know, I know, we are a bunch of talkers) this is what I came home to. Apparently while Livvy and her dad were in brushin their teeth, Calli snuck into the kitchen and helped herself. And boy did she help herself as there was still evidence of the pie underneath her fingernails the next day at church. I just don't know what I am going to do with that girl. Needless to say....I didn't get my pumpkin pie because as you can see it resembled a big pile of you know what and I couldn't bring myself to eat it seeing several finger gouges in the center of my beautiful pie!!

Disneyland (again)

So my sister really reemed me last week about not posting anything new in a while. I haven't been the greatest at taking pictures lately so I decided to post something old but new to everyone else. This is a picture of Nick and the girls as well as

Tom and Edyn. Alisha and I were talking the other day and we both said that we missed Disneyland and want to go back and it reminded me of this picture at Splash Mountain. The kids just had a blast and we can't wait to go back. Hopefully again with the Marlatt's. Just thought Calli's face was priceless.

My poor baby

So Keira got the last of her vaccinations 2 weeks ago and had a reaction to the MMR shot. Which apparently only happens to about 5% of children. So she broke out in a giant red rash all over her body, hands, and face. Not to mention spiking fevers as high as 103. But on top of all that she had a cough, runny nose, sore throat and was getting a new tooth. Our week was miserable as well as hers. We were up all night Saturday night, therefore missing Sacrament on Sunday and almost missing my primary sharing time lesson I was teaching. It was awful. But luckily now she is feeling better and the rash is subsiding. She is my little angel!

Our New Addition!!

So it's been months....I guess that's how life goes somtimes. And it just keeps on passing you by. Well shortly before christmas, Santa dropped a present off at our doorstep. What a cute little puppy that needed a good home. So...this is Brian! He was 6 weeks old when we got him and he is now about 10 weeks of age. As you can tell our girls really love this little boy. And he is so gentle with them especially Keira. And she loves to snuggle up with him on his bed (as it is an extremely comfy tempur-pedic memory foam bed). I don't blame her. He is already potty and crate trained and already knows several commands. He is a good boy. Oh and my dad claims that the reason we named him Brian is that Nick fears he will never get his own little boy. So somehow this makes up for it??? I don't know but he's a cutie and we love him.