Saying goodbye :(

We have got to know the Missionaries really well this past year. They have helped out our little family so much by just being in our home with the spirit that they have. We are going to miss them a ton. I hate goodbyes.

Sometimes people come into your life and you know right away that they were meant to be there, to serve some sort of purpose, teach you a lesson, or to help you figure out who you are or who you want to become. You never know who these people may be, but when you lock eyes with them, you know at that very moment they will affect your life in some profound way. And sometimes things happen to you that may seem horrible, painful, and unfair at first, but in reflection you find that without overcoming those obstacles you would have never realized your potential, strength, willpower, or heart.


Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good luck. Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness, and sheer stupidity all occur to test the limits of your soul. Without these small tests, whatever they may be, life would be like a smoothly paved, straight, flat road to nowhere. It would be safe and comfortable, but dull and utterly pointless.


The people you meet who affect your life, and the success and downfalls you experience, help to create who you are and who you become. Even the bad experiences can be learned from. In fact, they are probably the most poignant and important ones.

If someone hurts you, betrays you, or breaks your heart forgive them, for they have helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious to when you open your heart. If someone loves you, love them back unconditionally, not only because they love you, but because in a way, they are teaching you to love and how to open your heart and eyes to things.

Make every day count...


Appreciate every moment and take from those moments everything that you possibly can for you may never be able to experience it again. Talk to people that you have never talked to before, and actually listen. Let yourself fall in love, break free, and set your sights high. Hold your head up because you have every right to. Tell yourself you are a great individual and believe in yourself, for if you don't believe in yourself, it will be hard for others to believe in you. You can make of your life anything you wish.


Create your own life and then go out and live it with absolutely no regrets.


Most importantly, if you love someone tell them, for you never know what tomorrow may have in store. And learn a lesson in life each day you live.


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Lee and the rope swing!

TO BLOG? OR NOT TO BLOG?

So I have NOT had the desire to blog in a long time. I hardley even look at anyones blog anymore. I forget I even have a blog. But I decided to update it so everyone could know that yes we are still alive. There has been so much that has happened that I dont even know where to start. So here are a few highlights.

I ran a half marathon in April with the flu. I puked all the way home from Salt Lake. But can't wait to do another one when I feel good, so I can give it 100%.
Mason ran the 1k did awesome. My sister kim ran the half also and did awesome. Mason started Karate and he loves it. I went to Womens Conference with my sister and I learned a lot, it was a neat experience. Other than that we have just been busy working and mason has been busy with school. Mason is excited for summer so he can golf his little butt off. Lee is still as hot as ever. Oh and Im as fat has ever, but I'm working on it. Well thats about it maybe I will get better at this blogging thing or maybe not.

The Best Sister in The World

So Lacey i know you wouldn't mind if I hacked into your blog to leave you a little message. I just wanted to say thanks for all that you do for me. I want everyone who reads your blog to know what an amazing person you are. You are the only person in the entire world (besides my wonderful husband) who has never betrayed me. Thank-you for encouraging me to be my best self. I still can't believe that you convinced me to run a half marathon with you. I appreciate all the encouragement along the way because I really didn't even know that I was capable of doing it. Thanks for listening to me complain about all my problems and then encouraging me to be better. If I didn't have you ,I really wouldn't have anyone in this world to talk to who understands me and believes in me. You are my best friend and I am blessed that you are also my sister. I don't want to get too sappy or anything but I really do love ya hun!! (HA HA HA)
Sincerely,
Kim
P.S. I put my blog back up just for you!!

ME AND MY BABY ARE IN TRAINING!

I'm soooooo excited!!!!!! Mason and I are going to be running in the Salt Lake City half marathon and 1k this April. I'm doing the half marathon and Mason is doing the 1k. Its going to be such a fun experience for us! We are both training and hoping to do well. WISH US LUCK!!!

HAPPY 9TH ANNIVERSARY!!!

9 Years and still going strong!!! I LOVE YOU LEE

PLAYING CATCH UP!

Its been forever since I updated. Things are good. Mason is growing like a weed and it makes me sad. Lee is still working for the county and I'm still at the hospital. We have just been just spending time as a family and doing the same old stuff. Mason is now a member of the church and is so excited about it. Lee is just waiting for it to snow so he can go boarding!! Well here is some pictures of the last little while.

Mason got baptized! What a special time that was for our family. He was so excited and could not wait to be dunked in the water. It was so neat to watch Lee baptise our son. I was one proud momma.

We had a lot of fun this October. Our family LOVES Halloween. We had a great time carving pumpkins, trick or treating and watching scary movies.





Mason and his friend Austin getting ready for some candy. Mason went to the trunk r treat with Austin, then Lee and I took him around the town. As always he got a TON of candy.



BOO!


Chowder was a pretty princess.



Mason had a birthday party at the bowling alley this year. He got a lot of cool stuff. Everyone bowled, ate pizza and BIG cupcakes. My sister came down from Utah to help me with the party. Thanks Mim.

Mason and I the morning of his 8th birthday. Every year we take him out to breakfast for his birthday. This year it was just the two of us. We had a lot of fun and he got his favorite over easy eggs and sausage.


Me and my hubby hanging out watching Family Guy! Its our favorite. So funny!


Mason at lunch on his first day of school. He is in 2nd grade. And all the girls love him, but he only has eyes for his mommy. :)



Me and my wonderful friends Liz and Shasta after our session at the Logan Temple. These two are seriously an answer to my prayers. I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!



Our new puppy Chowder! She is actually at the vet right now cause Lee ran her over. She had to get hip surgery. Lee feels so bad. Poor puppy. :(