Random Musings

The girls started swim lessons yesterday. SL loves to take swim lessons, and this was IL's first class. They were both so excited. All day long IL kept asking me if it was time for swim lessons yet. SL is an old pro at this, so she went right to her class, which meant I could go and watch IL's class up close. We have taken them swimming a few times, and I knew that IL had no fear of the water, but I was really not prepared for the heartattack she was about to give me. That little girl, really had no fear of the water at all. That is why I wanted to put her in lessons. Luckily her class has two teachers for 5 little kids. She was everywhere, and there was one point where I had to go and pull her out of the water because they had them holding onto the edge, and then they would get out and jump back into the teacher. Well, IL didn't want to wait, and decided to do it on her own. Both teachers were busy with other kids, and didn't notice her. She wasn't very far from the side and the water wasn't too far above her head, but it was enough to scare me half to death. I pulled her out, and I hope it was enough to stop her from doing it in the future as well. After, I went and talked to her teacher and asked her if she would be alright in the class. She assured me that she would, and that they would help her. I watched another little girl would would not get in the pool at all, and I couldn't decide which situation I would rather be dealing with right now.

Mike was released from the High Council on Sunday. He has been serving in that calling for 4 1/2 years. We figured that between the High Council and being in the bishopric in our ward in Salt Lake for 2 1/2 years, it's been 7 years since we have been able to sit with each other during sacrament meeting. (Although there was one 6 month period between the time that we moved here, and when he was called to the High Council) I found myself cherishing the moment on Sunday. Even though we both had kids crawling on us. ML has a really hard time during sacrament, and is constantly trying to find his way out of the bench. IL laid on the ground, and when I went to pick her up, she screamed "No, leave me alone"! It was the best sacrament meeting ever. Mike already does have a new calling, but they have not sustained him yet, so I'll let you know when that happens. I'm really looking forward to him sitting with us, at least for the time being. His callings have been a blessing to our family, and I'm so grateful for the opportunity he has had to serve. Whatever the Lord has in store for our family, we will serve the very best that we can.

Just as a side note, I washed my cell phone over the weekend, broke a sprinkler pipe, and thought I lost Mike's MP3 player, although I did eventually find it. It was one of those times where I felt like everything I touched was turning to dust. I guess we need these times so we realize that we are human and we all make mistakes.

Here are some photos from the weekend. This is a photo of ML at the recital. We will do anything to keep him entertained. He loves to wear glasses.

On Friday night, we had some friends from Salt Lake over. It is my sister in law's sister and her husband. (Lori and Mike, and their little boy). Lori's husband Mike helped my Mike design his campaign signs and literature last year, and did a wonderful job. It was fun to have them up. Lori was so great to read to the kids. They loved it! Thanks Lori!

ML as I have mentioned before, loves to be in the kitchen. He will worm his way in between my legs and the counter and scream until I pick him up. He just wants to see what I am making. It's so funny. One day, I couldn't hold him, and so I emptied out all of our spoons and other utinsels and gave him a bowl. He played with them for at least 30 minutes. It was great.

So, IL's been awake since 4:30 this morning. My alarm rang, because that is when I get up and go the gym. I noticed that she was in bed with us, so I put her back in her bed, but she would not go back to sleep. I laid down with her for about 30 minutes, until Mike came in. (He has been getting up with me, and getting ready for work, then he walks to the train stop. We love FrontRunner!) So, needless to say, I did not make it to the gym this morning, and I'm feeling it! She will for sure be taking a nap today.