Baby Kallen

I have some new U/S pictures of our adorable baby boy on the way but am way too lazy to scan them right now. You'll just have to take my word on how cute he is.



Ok so I gave in. I put up 2 of the many U/S pics we've been given. We have so many because I have an U/S done 3 times a week. We also have several discs. I had an appointment today and Kallen is measuring close to 6 lbs. He has chubby little cheeks, lots of curly hair and is bent in half to fit in my belly. He looks so uncomfortable. I'm tired of all the Dr appts but know they are for a good cause, I guess. I think they are going overboard but what do I know. My fluid levels are still high but not quite as bad as they were so I'm told. My blood sugar is still not balanced out. Pricking my finger several times a day is getting easier but still annoying. I just hope it goes away after the baby and doesn't stick around. Diabetes diet sucks, nothing fun to eat. Some swelling in feet especially after 4 days of working but a couple of days in bed catching up on sleep and keeping my feet up usually makes it go away. I'm really looking forward to having this baby and getting back into the exercise routine I was just getting into and loving when I found out I was pregnant. I'd really like to lose the 100 lbs I've gained in the last 4/5 yrs having kids. Ok, so maybe not 100 lbs but it sure feels like it. I've enjoyed my pregnant years but am so ready to be done. Before getting pregnant with Kallen I always wondered what it would feel like to know if I was done having kids or not. Now I know. I am done! I'm ready for no more bottles and diapers. A few more years and those will be gone and then I'll probably miss them or Kaijsa will be married and I'll have Grandkids to spoil. Crazy to think just as I'm getting done she could be starting. UGH, I'll think about that tomorrow as Scarlett would say. Life in AZ is good. I have good Dr's and Larry's found a good Dr. I just need to find a good Dr for the family/ kids especially. I'm also ready for it to cool off! It's the end of Sept and still close to 110 degrees. Life is good. Kallen is good. I'll cope with my pregnancy drama since I only have 3-5 weeks left, depending on when I can talk them into inducing for me. :) Then I'll treasure my pregnancy days as days gone by. Come soon Kallen but when you're healthy and ready, which I think is very soon. :)

Summary of Pictures and life...

Here are a few pictures from our move to Arizona and our time here. There are also pictures of time in UT for Great-Grandma Wood's Funeral. We got to spend time with family which was wonderful and a long time coming. We don't get to see them often enough. Our Summer and good-byes in TX were lovely and sad. We had a fantastic 4th of July. A good little party for Kai's 1st b-day and then the big move. I have yet to take pictures of the house b/c I don't think it's quite picture ready. I do think I'll do a room at a time as I can. We have a wonderful pool in the community that we love to go to. The local library is also very fun. We are still getting used to when Story Time and Playgroups are but we get there when we can. It's a little tough right now due to so many silly Dr appointments but baby's health comes first right now. Plus working nights really is more exhausting than I thought so on my days off I do a lot of sleeping. Thank you to Larry and the kids for keeping up with meals, cleaning, and life in general. They are all doing an amazing job. Our Sealing day was wonderful. School is going great for the girls. We are hoping to see Kira in Oct for Fall Break. Hoping to have Kallen arrive in Oct. He's big, I'm big and I think we're both ready to be normal. Kam is in the process of speech therapy testing and will hopefully be starting Pre-K in Oct. Kinsee and Kai are sisters and play and pick on each other. Kai is walking all over the place and is so cute. The kids love their primary classes and we love our Ward. Once I can move around a bit easier I'm hoping to decorate the house for the holidays, although I must admit it doesn't feel much like Fall since it's still close to 110 degrees outside. :) Life is good with a few bumps.

Happy Birthday Mom!

It's not quite the 20th yet but I have time now to post about my mom. Sept 20th is my mother's birthday. She was so amazing and I miss her every day. I hope and pray she is watching over us and here for all the special moments with our family. I'm sure she was with us on our Sealing day and there are times I feel her near. The little ones will look at her pictures and have conversations with her. It's so precious. She is missed and loved by all of us. Thank you mom for your strength and example. I strive to be like you all the time. Thank you for being so amazing. I hope to be like you as I get older. I love you! I miss you!

Days Going By...

I need to download some pics and will eventually but felt like writing a bit. It's late and I'm having trouble sleeping. I slept earlier and then woke up and am just not ready to lay back down yet. The house is quiet and the day has ended. I'm usually at work but truly love my days off. I wish I could get more done on those few days off but right now that's not in my deck of cards.

My job is going well. I like the people I work with so that is helpful. I still have a hard time staying awake but will keep trying to get better at it. The drive isn't too bad since I leave and return on non-peak hours.

Larry is doing well and keeping down the fort. He's taking care of the home, the kids and me. I know he's tired and hurting but he never complains and he does a great job with it all. We of course have moments of falling behind but who wouldn't with health concerns to worry over (him and me), 6 kids with 1 on the way, and a house to make a home. Larry I love you and you're doing great! I appreciate all your hard work.

Kaijsa is doing well. She is enjoying seminary and even has a few classes in school that she likes. We are getting things ordered for her Graduation which amazes me. I can't believe she is that old and will be leaving us soon to go off to college. We love you Kaijsa and are grateful for all you do. You're a terrific big sister.

Kaitlyn is busy with school. She auditioned for a select choir group and got in. She tried out for the school play and got the lead role of Peter Pan! She has her classes and Young Women's that she is also busy with. I hardly see her anymore but am proud of her and her accomplishments.

Kira we don't or I don't get to talk to much but she seems to be enjoying school and all her activities. She's in a more competitive dance group and is busy with that. We miss her and hope to see her soon.

Kamden is becoming quite the helper. He's turning into such a little man. He is funny and cute and loves his sisters and brother on the way. He is going to continue his testing this week for speech therapy and will hopefully be able to start Pre-K next month. I need to get on the ball and fill out the registration. We love you Kam!

Kinsee Belle is still a cutie and still as fiery as ever. She helps when it seems like her idea or if she can beat her brother to it. She is very competitive and likes to win. She is showing interest in gymnastics and quite a talent for it as well. I sure wish we could find her a class and enroll her in it. Might save my furniture some. We love her and enjoy having her in our home.

Kai is a doll. Such a funny personality! She loves to tease and is loving her new found freedom in walking. I love to hear her laugh with her daddy and siblings. She is still pretty easy going which is nice. She's growing every day and is learning all the time. Love you Kaileigh J!

Kallen....he's growing and making life pretty uncomfortable. But we love him and look forward to his arrival. He is measuring big so the OB's I have are keeping an eye on him. I am also measuring with too much fluid so they are keeping an eye on that as well. I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes this week and am learning to cope with all that entails. I sure do miss my kool-aid and desserts. :) I am hoping to be able to deliver early though due to all these items of interest as I'm tired of not being able to do much. I get really out of breath and the swelling drives me nuts. With working nights I think it makes it a bit tougher. Those I work with get nervous every time I show up. :) I'm so thankful for Larry and the kids who are carrying more than their share so I can rest and remain healthy. So that Kallen can continue to grow and be born healthy. I'll be surprised if we make it to November but I guess we'll see. Love you Kallen and hope you are healthy and happy.

Arizona is wonderful if still a bit too hot. We are ready for some cooler weather. We had a few mornings of cool breezes and it felt lovely. We go to the pool when we can which is nice for all of us to cool off and relax. Our Ward is fantastic and we love our new friends. I'm so grateful we're all adjusting to live here in the desert. Please come visit if you get the chance. We'd love to see old friends too and family too. Life is good at the moment and we are cherishing every minute of it.

September 11, 2010 - Day We Were Sealed Together Forever

Larry and I were Sealed for Time and All Eternity on September 11, 2010. We were joined in our sealing by being sealed to our children for Eternity as well. It was such a special day. We went to the Mesa Arizona Temple which has become one of my favorites. It was so beautiful inside. We were blessed to have Larry's parents, brother and his wife, and Sister in with us. My dad, sister and a couple of friends also came. Plus a few people from the Ward were there to celebrate in this special occasion. We were so blessed to have them all come down and be with us. I loved having them all here.

Our Sealer was wonderful and the children were reverent. They looked so precious in their white clothing. The children's center was also great and the little ones enjoyed it. Kaitlyn was able to attend and be inside with us which was special as well. We missed Kira as we couldn't get her here. We also missed Kaijsa being inside with us but were glad she could spend the day with us and help with all the other little ones so their parents could be with us. Thank you to all who have loved and supported us on our journey.

It is hard to believe the day has come and gone now after waiting so long for it. I am sooo glad we have reached our goal of being sealed to each other and our children. We are truly now a Forever Family. I'm so grateful for them and love them all so much.

I may post a few more pics of the day later but enjoy the few my sister took for us.