Taylor's 2nd Grade Patriotic School Program

Taylor's School Program was last week.  We had a great time!  Here are some pictures and a video of the event!

They Call this "Living in the Moment"

So on Sunday when I went to church we had this lesson on Mothers. The teacher suggested that we do something called "Living in the Moment" Which means enjoying our kids more and not worrying so much about having the immaculate house (which I will never have-though I do try), the grocery shopping done, the laundry ironed and put away. So when Zach announced that he could beat the pants off me at MarioKart, this Mom, knew it was time for some of that "Living in the Moment" stuff. Armed with grilled cheese sandwiches, Diet Cherry Pepsi (Capri Sun for Zach), and Wiimotes. We lived in the moment.

I scored my first #1 race in the Mushroom Gorge Race track (which we had to call Ryan at work to tell him-he is not that busy-Right?) and Zach and I played to our hearts content.

Never mind the lunch mess in the kitchen, the bags of groceries on the dining table, the "Can't hardly walk in the Family Room because of the all the toys" mess, and the toilets that need to be scrubbed. I am "Living in the Moment!"

Just so you know Zach. When Mom is "Living in the moment" you need to bring your "A" Game because it is on like Donkey Kong! (thanks to my brother in law: Rob for the sweet sayings)

Peace out!

LITM Aimee

Spring Soccer Mania

Soccer season is here.  Hello shin guards, muddy soccer cleats, rainy practices, and over excited parents at soccer games (I am one of those parents - just in case you were wondering).  I LOVE IT!!!  Taylor is a seasoned player and has been enjoying getting back in the game.  We did have to explain to her that she cannot run off the field every time she is thirsty to get a drink of water.  She has to wait for a sub before she runs out.  This is Zach's first soccer season.  He is so excited the whole time.  See the video below of his second game.  He is the one running around with his arms all over - REALLY excited.    What can I say, but that's MY kid and I love his attitude and excitement.  He looks just how I feel, when I get to play soccer.  I LOVE being a soccer MOM!

A Little Bit of Texas in Utah!

We had a great visit from our very good friends, The Alcala Family.  They came to Salt Lake City from Texas for 5 blissful days!  Our kids were in heaven to have sweet Evan and Sydney for sleepovers and I loved having so much time with Gillian.  I was seriously depressed when they left.  Here are some pics from their trip!