Our little Preschooler!

I'm still in awe that I have a child who is in school already! My how time goes by so fast! Since we've been in Utah pretty much all summer, I couldn't wait to come back to WA and get everything settled for preschool. Drey talked about it all summer and now its finally here!

We took him school shopping which was very exciting being that Dreysen is our first child to go to school but I think he was more excited to pick out his backpack! haha! It was even on sale for $9 when the original price was $27! Can't beat that! Afterwards, we took the kids for lunch and headed back home. 

Before we were getting ready for bed, I asked Lance if he could give Drey a blessing for school. I know its just preschool but looking back at my childhood, my Dad always gave us blessing the night before our first day of school, so I wanted to do the same with my kids. Since Lance got his priesthood, he has only giving a blessing once, and that was for me when I got ill. So he kind of sat on the bed for a while, probably thinking things through his head...what he's gonna say, how he's gonna say it...just so he does everything right since it has been a while. When he laid his hands on Dreys head, I couldn't hold back my tears. I was crying like a baby! At that moment I realized how blessed and thankful I am to have a priesthood holder in our family! I peeked my eye's open and saw how reverent and still both Dreysen and Zee were. Both folding their arms...closing their eyes...It was amazing! Usually during prayer they are often playing with their fingers, making noices etc; but this time was different. I wish they could be like that during sacrament! haha but anyway, This is something I would like to do every year with all our kids.

The next morning I woke Drey up around 7:15 am and he didn't complain one bit! I thought I'd have a hard time waking him up that early since he usually sleeps til 10 am lol but he did awesome. Before we left he kept telling me, "mommy! Don't wake up Zee because school is for big boys, not babies!" haha I told him that the spotlight is all on him today. I told him that because we usually always take Zee with us everywhere we go and Drey stays behind with the grandparents so it was funny when he mentioned that. 

His first day was great! Knowing Drey he is the curious type, very energetic and can't keep still! He kept wanting to go to different areas of the room, asking whats this, whats that. You know what typical young boys would do. 

He ended up not staying for the whole day since some of his paperwork weren't finished from his doctor. They needed an Epi pen for him just in case he gets an allergic reaction to peanuts (hopefully that won't be the case!) so we left to the doctors to fix that and he got to go back the next day!

 I'm truly grateful to our HF for blessing me with 2 amazing little boys who keep me busy everyday! And most of all, grateful that they are healthy and strong! I am excited for whats to come for Dreysen. He is going to learn so much more and yet this is only the beginning! Proud momma here!!!

Stand by

My experience flying standby was completely horrible. I was so frustrated, I cried talking to my husband over the phone telling him how angry and upset I was, and I just wanted to go home. My dad reassured me that we'll be ok, that the flights were wide open, so I agreed to take it.
Our flight was scheduled to depart at 2:50 pm and when I asked the lady at the desk how the flight looked for standby passengers, she said it was completely sold out. I was ok at the time because I knew if we didn't make it, we can just go back home and try the next flight. But lucky enough there were 2 seats open for us. Drey was sitting 2 rows in front of Zee and I so I had asked the lady sitting by me if its ok to switch and she was nice enough to do so.
We had to fly to Long Beach first then catch a flight to Salt Lake since Jet blue doesn't fly straight from Sea to SLC. Anyway, the flight was about 2 hours long and the boys did great. What I was thinking that was going to happen, like any other connecting flight to another state...I thought they would hold my bags til the next flight out to SL which wasn't until 8:00. Little did I know, since we were on standby, We had to go to baggage claim and get our luggage then go back out to the ticket stand to check in. This is where my frustration began. I had two big suitcases, One stroller, 2 kids and there I was all by myself...with no help. I called Lance and starting crying, wishing that he was there with me. I had to pull myself together so I stuffed everything I could on the stroller while pushing one luggage and poor Drey had to push the other suitcase.

It only gets worse from there. I go to check in and the lady tells me that I'm not even on the 8:00 pm flight to Salt Lake City. I broke down. I wish I would of just stayed home in Washington. I felt so bad for my kids because I started to put my frustration and anger towards them, esp Dreysen, being the oldest. Drey kept asking me all these questions about his surroundings and I kept yelling at him telling him to stand still and behave. I got so angry at myself. Drey and Zee didn't deserve that. So I held them for a good minute or two then apologized to them. We got back in line, went to different representative from the 1st one who told us we weren't checked in and the lady had told us that the flight we were scheduled for was at 7:50 the next morning. She was able to switch it for the one that was leaving that night. We had to check our bags in again, go through security AGAIN! and wait for another 4-5 hours. We didn't get on that flight so they rolled us over to the next morning. They said there were 19 seats open so we should be able to get on.

There was no way I was gonna spend the night there at the airport so I called my cousins who live down the street to come and get us. They were actually leaving on the same flight the next morning so we were going to just catch a ride with them. We stopped by Tams to get something to eat, got home, showered the boys then knocked out. Because we were on standby, the kids and I had to wake up at 4 am and leave at 4:30 to get to the airport.

When we got to check out, I asked how the flight looked and the rep stated that there were 16 seats open, 50 people on standby and I was at the bottom of the list, #48. We didn't have a chance getting on any flights to SL that day. I called up my parents, once again crying...I would of been ok, if it was just me, but I had the kids. Thats what made everything so hard. I knew the customer rep even felt bad for me, but there was nothing she could do. My mom kept telling me to just try the next flight, but that wasn't til 2:00 pm and that was the last flight for that day. I couldn't call my cousins who were close by because like I mentioned earlier, they were leaving for UT as well.
We checked our bags in anyway, and crossed our fingers that we'll get on that flight. My dad called an hour later and said he'll just pay the one way ticket for Drey and I. (zee was free) I was so relieved and I didn't have to stress about anything. Hallelujah! haha I was so happy.

That was the first time using buddy passes for the kids and I and sure is the LAST time I'm ever doing that. I know my dad didn't mean for any of that to happen since he was the one who decided to get buddy passes...The kids were so happy to see their grandparents and the rest of the family. We spent the whole day swimming, sleeping, eating and ended the night with my moms side of the family having dance practice for the wedding on Saturday.

We are so happy to be back here in UTAH and are enjoying every second of it.

I thank my Heavenly Father for his guidance and protection for bring us to UTAH safely. It may not have been a smooth trip but we made it here, safe...thats all that matters:) and also to my wonderful husband who calmed me down over the phone with his words of encouragement. I love you and miss you.

Father's Day

Ok so I know Fathers Day was last week but I started typing up this post for my husband then got distracted. Thank goodness blogger saves them when you exit out. Anyway, better late than never.

To my wonderful husband. I love you

From the moment I met you, I knew you were fun, energetic, so attractive, and made me weak at the knees. Weeks went by, months went by, and I learned that you were caring, sensitive, sweet, funny, and we learned we were in love with each other. More months went by and I learned about your work ethic, your hobbies, your talents, your dreams, and your great perspective on life. I have been so lucky to know you, to be your partner, and your wife. From this moment, you have not lost any of the characteristics that I fell in love with, you just keep adding to the list of reasons why I love you. You are a great provider, protector, father, and husband. I could not be more happy about the person I chose to be with forever...for ETERNITY. I could not be more pleased about the person I chose to be the father of our children. Happy Father's Day! [it's everyday]

The Unexpected

All day today I've been thinking about a particular subject that I brought up to Lance earlier when we were on our way to church. The question was, "If anything ever happened to us and we passed...Who will take care of our kids?" I've put a lot of thought into it and feel that it isn't a subject to be taken lightly. Just thinking about it terrifies me! I can't imagine being with out my kids..let alone...my kids being with out us.

I hope and pray everyday that my family may be safe and protected where ever we go, but just like the tsunami/earthquake in Japan...no one expected it! Disasters happen inevitably and no one can predict the future!

Lance was driving when I asked him the question and he seemed hesitant to answer. So I told him what I felt. My first choice would be my parents! Now that I've had this whole day to think of it...I don't even know anymore! But when I told him, he got offended and asked why not his parents? This conversation wasn't going the way I wanted it to! lol It's not anything personal towards his family. But at the time, I was just thinking my parents because....well they raised me! I know my parents better than anyone else and I want whats best for my kids. I want someone who I can trust, who will give my kids a good life. Not that Lances parents can't do the same. Both Lance and my parents love our son's so much, it's hard to make this kind of decision. I've thought of how old each would be when my boys are in their teenage years and of course if they are too old, they wouldn't be able to give them their undivided attention.

I've thought of my sisters who I know would care and love for my kids. Especially Pearl who doesn't have kids yet. Nita already has 2 kids and 1 on the way...

I have 3 amazing brothers! My two oldest brothers are both financially stable, one has a son who lives with his mom and the other doesn't have any kids. I just can't see my kids staying with them though. Rex, my youngest brother, is so good with the kids. He is still so young though.

Lance has siblings as well, that I've thought about. His brother Ben and sis Kalani have come to mind.

Geez, this is not easy! Especially because my family lives in Utah and his in Washington. There are so many pro's and con's about everyone... I hope Lance and I will be able to come to an agreement and talk about this soon so when we do, we can look into doing our will just to be on the safe side.

What are your thoughts?? Have you ever thought about this question?

Indecisive

I hate not having my kids around. Especially if they're gone for a couple days or more. When Lances parents used to come get Dreysen to take him to Washington, he stayed for 3 weeks and it seemed like the longest 3 weeks ever. I missed him. Zee was supposed to stay with them as well but he was still a baby, I had to have at least one of my kids around lol The house was so quiet without Drey and at night, I would get all emotional thinking about him.
Anyway, I'm leaving back to Washington tomorrow morning and Dreysen is staying for 2 1/2 weeks. Lance and I will be driving back down the last week of this month. I want him to spend as much time with my family since we are no longer within driving distance from them but what I'm so indecisive about is whether or not I should leave my baby, Zeland. I can't make up my mind. I'll say he's staying, and the next day he's coming back with me lol My husband is getting so irritated that I keep changing my mind haha I put his name on my ticket just in case since he's free but the downside to that is, my flight is at 7 am...depart to Arizona, wait there 2 hours then head out to Seattle! I'm not even sure if I want him to go through all of that..let alone, I DONT want to go through having to carry him, dealing with his fussiness and carrying bags all at the same time lol My decision right now is to leave him but who knows, it might change tomorrow morning before I leave to the airport. I just know he's going to cry when he notices that I'm not around. He's at that age where he's attached to me and wants no one else but ME. I dont know what to do. It'd be nice to have some alone time with my husband but at the same time, I know if I do leave both of them, by Monday I'm gonna tell Lance, "I should of taken him with me." lol
Well, we'll see what happens:)

American Idol!

This year has such amazing talent! My favorites so far are...

 

Pia Toscano- Pia has just made herself known as the newest great diva of our times. I cannot be more impressed. There is nothing this woman cannot sing. She is a joy to hear and watch. I loved her version of Alicia Keys-Doesn't mean anything. She gives me the chills:)

Haley Reinhart- I love her voice. It's so unique! When she performed Alicia Keys-fallin, she sort of reminded me of Mariah Carey with the way she does her hands lol



Scott McCreery- I LOVE ME SOME COUNTRY! thats all I gotta say. haha

Failed

Today was quite interesting. I've been looking for a job for a couple weeks now and I got a call back from Regence Health Care here in Tacoma. They wanted me to come in and take assessment tests and if I passed, I'll go onto an interview. So there were 3 tests: Math, Typing and a customer service video test. I knew for sure I would pass the typing and video test...the math, not so much.
Just thinking about my last jobs...every time I got a call back, I usually did well in the interviews and got the job so I was pretty confident about this one.
The math test was first. I was thinking it'll be multiple choice but I thought wrong. lol When he gave me the test I knew I was going to fail it! It was story problems and a bunch of percentages and fractions. I gave my paper to one of the guys in the HR and he starts to correct it. When his eyes reached the middle of the paper, he starts nodding his head and says "You didn't pass it so I'm going to excuse you but you do have a chance to apply for other jobs in the company" haha It's all good though. I pretty much laughed about it when I got in the car.
Since I didn't pass the math test, I wasn't able to do the typing or video one. Sucks! I was hoping that if they saw my typing test they'll be amazed at my score and just bypass my math test haha

Math was always my worst subject! lol I knew I should of paid more attention in school ;)