WE'RE MOVING!!!

Hi everybody! No, the house didn't sell. The kids and I went to Wyoming this last week for potato harvest. A funny thing happened two days before we left. I was getting ready to go to the temple for a ward chapel session and I received a phone call. I didn't answer it because I didn't hear it ring, but later, right before I left, I had a friend call me to give me a heads up on the phone call (they had contacted her to get our phone number). When I listened to the message, it was one of my former preschooler's grandma. She had just sold their family's huge home here in town and are wanting to build another huge home on their farm. They won't be able to start building until spring, so they need a place to rent for a while. Obviously, renting our home was NOT AN OPTION! You know how renters are!!! I called her on the way to the temple and told her I didn't think we would rent. I did tell her that we would think about it and get back to her. I then called Shane and he said to pray about it. I was definitely going to the right place to ponder big decisions. HELLO! I think our prayers have been answered. This was not the answer I was expecting, but prayers are often answered this way. This lady's home is immaculate in and out. She also had said that we could keep our home on the market and she would keep it up to show. If it sold, she would move. I think she'll keep it cleaner than I do! After our prayers being answered and much discussion with Shane, I called her back and it's all a go!! When we went to Wy. this last week, we found a four bedroom home for rent in a nice neighborhood. We've heard that the ward is great too, so we are excited. I also registered the kids in their schools and they are way excited, and a little nervous says Tay. I hope all works out, but for now, I need to pack. We will be out on the 11th of October-yes, Brennen's baptism day. We felt we would have all of our family here on that weekend to help. We'll see how it all goes. I probably won't post much because I will be busy packing. I didn't take many pictures this weekend, so I'll take some and post them later. Love you all and thank you for your prayers! I know that there is power in prayer.

Brennen's Field Trip to Big Springs/Johnny Sack Cabin

I went with Brennen's second grade to Big Springs in Island Park where the Johnny Sack Cabin is. It was so much fun! I loved being with my boy for the day. This must just be Brennen month! He's had a lot going on for him. Tonight was his first pack meeting for Scouts! Yeah!

Baptism Interview

This is Brennen ready to go see the Bishop for his baptism interview! What a handsome guy!

"Just one more picture for your mom!"
"Just one more, it's a special time!"
"OK, that's all now we can go!"

Brennen's Birthday Party/Taylor at Homecoming

Cougar Pride!

It's homecoming week and we are still South Fremont Cougar fans! Today, the kids all attend the homecoming parade and are supposed to wear red, black, and white. Every year I paint cougar paw prints on the kids faces to show cougar pride. Several other people do this here as well. Taylor participated in a little cougar cheer clinic and will perform at half time of the game tonight. Shane is coming home tonight to watch her and to celebrate Brennen's birthday this weekend with us. Yeah!!! Go Cougars!




What cute kids!

Brennen's 8th Birthday!

Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday dear Brennen, Happy birthday to you! We woke Brennen up this morning singing to him. We then had a pancake and sausage breakfast with chocolate milk (Brennen's favorite!). I don't think he's quite awake in this picture! It's 6:30 a.m.

Brennen's game boy has been having some problems and he's been borrowing Taylor's pink Nintendo DS. He's been asking for a Pokemon one for himself for a long time. He knew we wouldn't get it for him, so he hit Grandma Heuseveldt up. He got to pick this one out and said he was going to get up a 4:00 in the morning to open it up. We teased him and told him it was just a couple of barbies to play with. He's too smart! Needless to say, he didn't wake up at 4:00 so Tay and I woke him up at 6:30. I made him eat his breakfast first before he could open it up. I've never seen a boy eat so fast!! He even left some sausage on his plate which is very unusual for anyone who knows Brennen's appetite.
For all of you wondering, I can't get the boy to sleep in pajamas! He's always too hot.

Brennen listening to Grandma and Grandpa Heuseveldt sing to him
Brennen is my little chef. He is always helping me in the kitchen. He loves to cook. He is helping me make the cupcakes for his class. I tried to think of something creative to do with them, but he wanted Pokemon cupcakes. I had to order the Pokemon cupcake sticks online, so that is what is on his cupcakes.

All done!
I looked at Brennen's baby photo album yesterday and remembered this sweet little boy coming into our family. What a wonderful little boy. Thank you for the great example you set for your little brother and your cousins. You always make good choices that make us so proud of you. I know your Heavenly Father is proud of you too. We love you Brennen and are so excited that you have made the choice to be baptized on October 11th. Happy 8th birthday!

Should I Be Worried?

I guess there are some advantages to being the only boy at preschool (yesterday)!! The girls showered Parker with toys and he loved every minute of it! Should I be worried? Such a young age to charm the girls!!!!

"No more!" "No more!" At a boy Parkey!