Reflection

Today marks 6 years that we had to say goodbye to my sweet Dad. There have been so many times that I have longed to just talk to him and get his opinion on things. Sometimes I talk to him in the car while I am driving (of course, only if I am by myself or my kids are asleep ;)

He was a great man that did so much behind the scenes. He was always there if you needed him. He was such a great listener and you ALWAYS knew that you were loved.

My mom has been amazing through it all. I am not sure how she does it, but somehow she does!

I feel lucky to have the family that I do. Thank heavens for our gospel knowledge that we will be reunited again. What an amazing blessing and time that will be.

Similarities?

It is always fun to go back and see the similarities between siblings. The other day in the tub I noticed that Jayson's hair was looking a slight bit curly and I totally had a flashback to when Tayler was that age (with very little hair also, but still quite curly) so I dug out the old photos to see what I could find.

Here are some pictures of both of them. I tried to get a decent picture of Jayson, but since he rarely stops moving, that was a little more tricky, until I handed him a toothbrush.

What do you think?

Kind of fun eh? It will be interesting to see. Tayler has very curly hair so we'll see what Jayson's really does.
Now for Rylee, she is from a completely different mold. Maybe, JUST maybe if we ever have another one he/she may pick up on the Rylee characteristics. Anyway, just a fun trip down memory lane.

Happy Birthday Brent!

I love this picture of Uncle Brent and Jayson. This is when Jayson met his uncle and look at that smile ( I think he likes him :)!

We hope you have a fun filled day today Brent! Thank you for being an amazing example and a great brother. I wish that we lived closer and got to see you more, but I can't wait until APRIL!

Have a great day! Loves!

The verdict is in...

Yesterday Tayler didn't feel well all day and I knew she had a sore throat but honestly I just thought it was post nasal drip.
Nope, it was full fledged STREP! This morning her little eyes just looked sick so I took her in to the doctor. I should have taken her yesterday, but I hate paying $50 to have them tell me it is a virus and there is nothing to do but wait it out.
Anyway, now that she is on an antibiotic I hope that she will start to perk up soon. I hate it when they are so sick. It breaks my heart.

Snow Day

okay, I have already used the snow blower TWICE and there is already another inch or more and it is not stopping yet. UGH!

Tay woke up this morning with a sore throat, Rylee wouldn't wake up for school and Jayson was up past midnight last night so I cancelled all plans and decided that we are going to have a snow day today.

My fridge is longing for food to be in it, but I haven't gone to the store (and definitely won't today) so we have been creative on our meals thus far. It has been interesting.

My sister and I are starting a project. We are going to find all the pictures of my dad, scan them into a file, and then put together a slide show/movie. I am excited to get it started. I have been rounding all of mine up and it has been a little hard looking through them all. I laugh and cry a little too. We are approaching 6 years since he passed away and it doesn't really seem to get any easier. I think the end result of this little project will be priceless.

Anyway, happy snow day to all of you! (hopefully you don't have snow where you are).

Happy Valentines Day

First off, Happy Valentines Day to each of you my family and friends.

Yesterday at work I received a surprise that was so beautiful. When the flower guy came in he said "now who is Jessica?" I was shocked! (only because Sean doesn't get me flowers because of a comment I made long, long ago about how they just die and are so much money).
Well, I'm glad he forgot about that silly comment because they made me BEAM all day long. He even had given them his own card to put with it and not some message they typed on the card themselves. It also included a box of YUMMY chocolates from some ritzy chocolate store. I loved it!! THANKS babe, you are the best, REALLY!

I love all my little Valentines today!

Last night when I came home from work, there was a darling package sitting on the table that Sean had brought in. It was from the couple buying our house and she had made little aprons for my 2 girls complete with purses, bows, candy and a sweet card. Can it get any better than that? She really is a gem and I am so excited that she loves us too. It is the perfect match!

I hope that you ALL have a "L-O-V-E-ly" day!

Hugs and Kisses or should I say "be mine" :)

My VIP

Rylee had a singing program at her pre-school a while ago. The theme was:

" I'M A VERY IMPORTANT PERSON"

It was darling! I love the pre-school she attends, they do such a wonderful job in everything. I was so proud that morning when my little Rylee walked in. She definitely has given me a run for my money, but lately she has been sweet as sugar. I'm not sure where the change is coming from but, I'll take it! She randomly says throughout the day- "mom, I love you"

Rylee with her teacher, Mrs. Dani

Thanks for making me smile Rylee! I sure love you too.

Our Trip

Is there anything better that leaving your doors open, listening to the waves of the ocean crash and feeling warm air? I didn't think so either! We had such an amazing time on our trip to California. We ate fabulous food, walked on the beach, shopped in an awesome outdoor mall, slept, had the best massage ever, sat on the patio, and just enjoyed the 78 degree weather. It was a little slice of heaven and everything was paid for.

This is the hotel that we stayed in. All of the rooms had a balcony that was private.

A view from our balcony and our friend Mr. Seagull. We ate breakfast out here the day we flew out. That was awesome.

The beautiful sunset

The beach. It really was breath taking. I am definitely a beach type girl- not diggin the snow we came home too.

All in all everything was wonderful. Our kids did great and enjoyed some time with Grandma and Grandpa. I loved having some one on one time with my hubby!