Bitter Sweet

We are moving AGAIN!!! It seems like we pack up and start fresh every couple of years. This time, hopefully we can stay put for awhile. We are really sad to be moving away from the beach. The .4 mile walk to beautiful Huntington Beach has come to an end for us. We absolutely LOVE living here and it is going to be sad to leave. If only we had more space.
We hadn't even really started looking for places before this past weekend. In fact, originally we were going to spend one last summer here and just make due with the space issue. Lily will be in our room the first little while anyway. And then, Arendall found this house on Craig's List. ( I am addicted to C.L.- let me tell you, anything and everything can be found there).


We don't move in until the 15th of March, so this is the only picture we have.
This house space wise is a dream. 4 Bedrooms+ a loft, 2 fire places, den, living room, a yard for Jay, and an expanded kitchen. (whatever that means. All I know is it has tons of cupboards and counter space. :) ) We are so happy this place has a loft. Aka: Arendall's new office. Finally somewhere he can just get away for awhile and be able to focus on work. My favorite part is that there is an extra bedroom we are going to turn into a toy room. This means we get our living room back! I think we will like it there.

I am totally bummed not to be right by the beach, but really we are only moving 14 miles away. Not too bad. Hey at least there are palm trees in front of our new house!

Rainy Days Go Away

Since the weather has been rainy lately, Megan and I have felt so bad for the boys. They have been stuck inside for a few days. We decided to take them to Chick-Fil-A (spelling?) so they could play and us mommy's could gab. They always have so much fun together.





The only good thing about being inside is our new couches. The whole family is in love!!!! Jay marked his territory right away by putting his books and toys all over one part of the couch. Here is Jay enjoying his new sofa while watching Little Einstein's with Alannah.




and here is the couch Jay claimed as his own. I wish I took a picture with all the toys. It was so funny!

Until the California Sunshine returns.... take care!

Nothin' New Over Here

Hey every one. Sorry it has taken so long for me to update our blog. To tell you the truth, we haven't had much going on.

We are now almost 33 weeks pregnant. I can't even believe it.

Jay is doing great (minus teething). We are going to enroll him into My Gym this next month. We think it will help him (help mom) this last month of my pregnancy. I am getting tired and my energy level is down. This way he can get out all that energy!!! He is still swimming 2 times a week, and loving it.

Arendall is doing exceptionally well with Chipotle. He now has the most stores out of any area manager in the company. Jay and I are so thankful he works so hard so I can stay home and play.

Here are some cute pictures we have taken this month




Jay loves to be outside and finds the simplest things to play with. Obviously. :)


Playing in Daddy's office. Arendall has taught him what a keyboard and mouse are. If you asking him to show you each one seperate he will.




Grandma Funchie bought Jay an early birthday present. He absolutely loves his new sand and water table. Thanks Grandma Funchie!!!!

Now that Jay is a big boy he loves to stand up in the shower with Daddy. Isn't this picture so cute.
We are getting new couches today so we are really excited about that. Otherwise same ole' same ole'. Hope everyone is doing well!

Jumping on the "Top Ten on Tuesday" wagon!

1. In case you didn't get my email, my nephew Garrett Brayden is a finalist in a baby photo contest. If you haven't yet check him out and hook him up with a vote. He is number 3!!!!

http://www.thenestbaby.com/stages/contest.aspx?contest=nextnestbaby

2. Going through Lily's clothes today I realized I have 3 peices of clothing in Newborn size. I am excited to go shopping! It's been fun buying pink and purple!!!!

3. I have had "wash car" on my to-do list for 3 weeks now. I really have to go tomorrow.

4. I am excited, we are going to Vegas in August. I am going to make that my goal to get back into a bikini. 3 1/2 months.... maybe a one peice. :)

5. Jay has decided recently he wants to see if tantrums gets him what he wants. I swear he only does this in public!!!!!! Usually infront of Mom's at the playground. Why is that so much worse.. who knows. I hate thinking people are judging my parenting skills. He's on his way to being 2 that's for sure!

6. I took Jay with me to the grocery store today. Usually I go by myself first thing in the morning. It helps me get my head on straight. Anyway, we had a great time. He is getting to be a lot of fun. (minus those tantrums)

7. Jay also is practicing saying Lily. It comes out sounding more like eeillee. He is going to be a great big brother!

8. Speaking of him being a big brother, I am really getting nervous about having 2 kids. Not worried, just nervous.

9. We are officially 30 weeks pregnant. If she comes the same time Jay did, she will be here in 7 weeks. Can you believe how fast that went!

10.

The 4 grandkids

Just Imagine: taking 4 kids under the age of 3 and trying to get a good picture. The thought was nice. We could get a picture of all 4 grandkids while Camden was in town. This was the best shot. You could imagine the amount of tears flowing through that studio!!!!


The kids are in order by name. Jay, Taner,Camden, and Garrett.
Aren't they so cute!!!





This was just me messing around.

Just thought I would share.

March for Babies- with March of Dimes

Every year, half a million babies in the U.S. are born prematurely. Premature birth is the leading cause of newborn death and many life long disabilities. The funds we raise in March for Babies support research that saves babies' lives.
We are walking for Jay and Lily, our 3 Neices and 2 nephews, baby cook, and all the other babies in our life.
The March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. Here's how you can help make a difference;

• Sponsor Me
• Tell a Friend
• Register to Walk

Michelle Jones

TEAM: Team Grateful

Event Information
4/27/2008, 8:00 AM
Fashion Island
500 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA
Event Location Details

Any amount will help. You can make donations on-line or simply make a check out to March of Dimes. Here is the link:

http://www.marchforbabies.org/cshell

Thanks in advance for all your help!!!!