7 posts from June 2008

I'm having such a hard time being a MOM !!!! I feel more like a Babysitter  than a Mother lately !!!! Caden is really testing my patience !!!! I try to teach him fun and exciting things and do projects with him,  and he just doesn't want to listen to me. Then going to Church yesterday was really hard. Caden was throwing a Tantrum like a Two year old the whole time at church. He has a hard time going to Primary, he is the child that you can hear screaming at the top of their lungs in the hallway !!!! It's really hard for me to be in the Primary Presidency also because I have to be in there at the same time he is and he just wants my attention the whole time. I feel so bad for my Dear Friend Krista who is Caden's Teacher. Every Sunday she has to hold him in her lap until he calms down.

Then at Home we struggle at Dinner time and Bed time every Day. I told Lee I just want to give up on him. He has no respect for the both of us. Caden loves to feed off our anger and frustration when he gets into trouble. I try to stay calm and collected during these frustrating times, but I find my loosing control.

I need to find some help !!!!! I need some ideas !!!!

If you know of anything that works, Let me know and I will try anything !!!!

I'm also trying to find Parenting Classes to take. If you know of any good Classes let me know also too !!!!

PS: Don't get me wrong Children always go thru these stages, it just feels like Caden's has been forever.

 

 

5. WHAT ????

4. That's My Favorite !!!

3. If I ask him to pick something out of the Cupboard he says this while tapping his finger to his Head " Think, Think, Think" Then he say's " Hum, I know" and gives me his answer.

2. OH Yeah !!!!

1. Mommy look " Walle" ( Pixar's new movie )

 

Mason has really picked up talking lately. He repeats everything !!!! He really loves to Sing too, I think he gets that from his Dad. I love this stage of talking, but sometimes it gets him in trouble.

Mason's biggest trial right now is Potty Training. He is having a hard time, but I made up a chart with Walle on it so hopefully that will Motivate him so he can go watch the Movie and at the same time become better at potty training. Right now Mason has the Nasty Habit of hiding when he needs to go Poop. Anywhere in the house he will hide to do his business. One day I could not find him for 15 minutes and I was getting really worried, I finally found him Under Caden's Bed. When I peeked under there he said " Mom Poop". What a little Stinker !!!!!

Here is a Picture of Mason:  They were at the Water Park and this picture really brings out his personality.

I LOVE IT !!!!!

THANKS CHRIS !!!!!

 

 

I caught Caden this morning using my Camera again. This is what I found on my Camera.

 

 

 

Crazy Kid !!!! Now I know why I never have enough memory on my Camera !!

 I just saw this Personality Test on my Friend Sarah's Blog. I decided to take it also to see what color I was.

blue:

34.14%

 

 

 

BLUES (Motive: INTIMACY)

BLUES are motivated by INTIMACY. They seek to genuinely connect with others, and need to be understood and appreciated. Everything they do is quality-based. They are loyal friends, employers, and employees. Whatever or whomever they commit to is their sole (and soul) focus. They love to serve and give of themselves freely in order to nurture others' lives.

BLUES have distinct preferences and have the most controlling personality. Their personal code of ethics is remarkably strong and they expect others to live honest, committed lives as well. They enjoy sharing meaningful moments in conversation as well as paying close attention to special life events (e.g. birthdays and anniversaries). BLUES are dependable, thoughtful, and analytical; but can also be self-righteous, worry-prone, and moody. They are "sainted pit-bulls" who never let go of something or someone once they are committed. When you deal with a BLUE, be sincere and make a genuine effort to understand and appreciate them.

 

So What's your color ???? Take the Quiz

http://beta.thecolorcode.com

 

All last week we were on Vacation, having such a fun time hanging out with the Family, and relaxing at the Cabin. This week, I have been feeling like CRAP !!!!! I've been so Sick !!!!! I haven't Thrown up yet ( because I force myself to keep it in) but it is an all day event. YUCK !!!!  Every time I look at food in the cupboard I start get woozy. Especially Cheesy shells and Mac N Cheese. YUCK !!!! Even talking about it makes my mouth water and my stomach turn. Silly I know, but really annoying to me !!!! My taste buds have definitely been changing on a daily basis. The first couple weeks the only thing I wanted to eat was Red and Black Licorice, now I have no appetite at all. Why must this pregnancy be like this. I can definetley say, this pregnancy is totally diffrent from my other two. ( hopefully that means it's a GIRL )

Well if any one has any solution or miracle that can help me out, I would love to hear it !!!!

 

This past week we went on a Vacation that was much needed.

First we Drove 8 hours to our Cabin in Southern Utah, Panguitch Lake.

 

The 8 Hours was worth the wait. The Weather was Perfect. We saw Deer in the Meadow every night and Morning. Lee said if he was a Hunter he would benefit me coming because I could find them every day at the right time.

 

The Boys loved the Pine Trees. Especially the Pine Cones.

 

This Tree was a little bit taler than Mason. He thought this was so interesting.

 

Caden with his HUGE, pine cone he found.

 

My Boys !!!!

 

Walking down the Hill in back of the Cabin. Mason had a tough time. He wanted to walk by himself, except he would fall and roll down the hill.

 

Then a couple days later we tried to go fishing. The fish were not biting at all.

Caden and Lee. The boys were so excited to use there brand new fishing poles. Caden had Spider-Man, and Mason had Cars. Let me tell you casting push button poles are HARD.

The boys trying to catch a fish. I think it was the spot we were at. But Lee swore that was the spot.

 

After a really good nap in the Morning, we decided to go back on the Lake, but this time we would Rent a boat to check out the whole lake.

 

Beautiful day for a Boat ride.

 

I asked Lee if he knew how to drive a boat, and his response back to me was " I did get my Merritt Badge in boating when I was in Scouts"

Really Assuring !!!! 15 or 17 years ago, and he never told me that it was a big boat that had a gear shifter.

I was impressed with Lee, and We had a blast.

 

Caden was a little uneasy about the idea at first.

 

He's not much of a water fan.

 

But after a couple Treats and Bribes he was getting the hang of it.

 

Mason has no fear and loved the whole experience.

 

I got some sun that day !!!! WHOO HOO !!! Maybe a little too much for all of us. The next Morning we were a little bit tender on the cheeks.

 

Look we are all having a fun time !!!!

 

When we were going around on the Lake, we saw this Cabin, I told Lee that's the Cabin I would love to Have one Day. I love the Rock siding on the Cabin, and the Dark Wood. Very Rustic !!!!

 

After a Couple days in Panguitch we went down thru St. George to Vegas and stopped off and visited some Family and Friends.

This is Grandma J. She just moved to St. George. She lived in Paraguna, but since she is getting a bit older and she lives by herself assistant living was going to be best for her.

This place was awesome. It had everything they need in there. Movie theaters, Hair Dressers, Ice-Cream Parlor, you name it they have it. Plus the Mall is right down the street. VERY NICE

The only bad thing was our boys were a bit crazy and wanted to make Noise, which does not mix with older people, so our visit was cut a little short.

The planning on seeing Grandma J. was perfect. It was her 85th birthday the day we visited. I know she looks good for 85 !!!!!

Then that afternoon in St. George we met up with our Friends the Hammons.

I had to steal your Picture from your Blog. ( It is so Cute )

Matt is a Dentist and Their Kids are almost the Same age as our kids. They have 2 boys Treyson, and Crue. Then her last one is a GIRL Macey. She is so Adorable. Lee and Matt have been friends from School and from Church. I met Haley when they were just dating, and we have all been friends since. Every time we go to St. George to visit, we always have that idea of Moving down, St. George is very nice, it's not too big, but not too small, plus it's only maybe an hour away from Vegas. Close to Family and we would already have Really good Friends. Well we all met up for Lunch ( Mc D's ) Since the boys were really CRAZY !!!! They had a Big Play Area. Mason got stuck a couple times and I had to go rescue him. I know We should of got a picture of me crawling through the tubes. But the Camera was in my Pocket. I think we stayed at Mc D's for about a Hour and a Half just catching up on good times. Thanks for hanging out with us Hammons. We miss you !!!!!

 

Then we were off to Vegas for Graduation. My Brother and Lee's Brother were both graduating High School. Let me tell you thank goodness for In-Laws and Grandparents who could watch the boys while we went to the Graduation. They were LONG !!!! But exciting. Caden was so happy he could Visit my Twin Sister Melanie's Daughter Andi. One night she spent the night with us and they had so much fun.

 

Then on one day we decided to take the kids and the cousins to the Bellagio and the Mandalay Bay to check out some cool stuff.

 

At the Bellagio they had Trains !!!! The Boys loved it !!!! Mason and Seth could not get enough of the train's going around and around.

 

CHOO-CHOO is all we heard from the boys !!!!

 

Since the Water Show didn't start until after dark, we went to the Shark Reef at the Mandalay Bay. The kids had so much fun. Cameryn thought we were going to feed her to the sharks. Caden was a little bit more uneasy about the sharks than everyone else. Mason couldn't figure out how the fish were swiming up underneath them. Mason also love the Sharks. We had such a fun time hanging out all together.

 

Mason Touched the Sting Ray.

 

Grandpa put his hand in there too to get a feel.

 

Then it was back home again. It was a short trip with the Family, I wish I could hang out with more of my Friends when we were down, but there was way too much going on.

In the Car we brought Lunchables for the boys to snack on and this is what I saw when I looked back when the boys were giggling at each other. CRAZY BOYS !!!!

I hope we can come back soon to see everyone again. Maybe I will plan more time to spend !!!! We had tons of Fun Memories !!!!

Miss you guys already !!!!

10. "Yes Sir !!!"

9.   "Mom are you teasing me ???"

8.   "Dang it"

7.   "MOM !!!!, MOMMY MELISSA !!!!"

6.   "Criss, Cross, Applesauce"

5.   " I have lots of girls "

4.  " OH MY GOSH !!!! "

3.  " Whats your Number ??? "

2.  " You gotta be joking me !!!! "

1.  " My mommy is going to have a baby, and her belly is  going to get so big that it's going to explode"