This Past Weekend

This past weekend was presidents day weekend  and we had lots of fun things planned - but no one of it happened. Instead, both London and Sydney got the flu - a first for us and everyone was down. We took London to the instancare on Saturday because her fever was just not going down. There was nothing they could do for her but just told us to keep her on Tylenol around the clock. 

So Tyson and I tackled a project we have been putting off for 4 years ... we painted the upstairs baseboards! It was about an 8 hour project. We washed all the boards, taped them all, painted, then moved everything back. It was a pain but they look amazing. It's SO nice to finally have this done. We also painted all the window seals and a few other areas that made the house look brand new :) Gotta love Bright White paint. 

I've been struggling with anxiety lately. It's always there but it's really flared up the last 3 weeks. It's mostly a constant pit in my stomach.  My normal measurers of working out and simplifying just aren't not cutting it. I've been talking to Tyson a lot and tried to spend more time in prayer - but honestly I think a lot has to do with the freezing weather.  I just get so sad when I can't be outside. 

Things are looking up though. Today is going to be 50 and tomorrow 57 - and yesterday I spent a lot of time outside with the girls. 

Sydney started activity day's last week - and she loved it :) Loved feeling like a big girl. 

February Happenings

It's been a COLD February. It does not help that I have been sick for about 4 days of it. It's been really exciting to celebrate London's birthday and enjoy some snow activities.

I have taken the girls sledding twice - we even had our very 1st school snow day :) The girls have been taking cooking classes at school and at the library.

Tyson and I got to enjoy a fun date - we had dinner at Chipotle and dessert at Acrerage.

The girls completed their science fair. London got 1st place (she was the only kindergarten to participate) and Sydney got a participant.

Tyson and I have been doing a new routine of waking up at 530 am to work and work out. It's been really good. Last night London was up at 4 am - so I slept in until 6 pm.

We are still going strong with Come Follow Me - it's been really cool to switch off learning and I feel like it has simplified my expectations.

I also got to chat with my friend Stephanie - it was AMAZING to talk to her and remember our college days together.

I can't believe I turn 36 next week - it's been crazy. I feel like this year I am stepping back and focusing on Tyson and his career. He is putting in extra time and effort. He is being very disciplined. I am so impressed with him.

Happy Birthday London

London you are 6! 

I have to admit, 5 - 6 was a rough year. Even though you have loved Kindergarten and feeling like a big girl, you have really struggled with emotions. 

Fingers crossed 6 is a better year. 

Still, you are sassy and full of energy. You have a totally independent mind and you know what you like. Your memory is amazing - you never let us forget anything. 

You have this amazing ability to care for others. You really worry about others. You love your teachers - but also feel no issue with questioning them. I both love and do not love this about you. 

I get this feeling that you are going to do something big when you grow up. The other night we had dinner with the Rogers and Desi talked about how she thinks God is sending his most powerful spirits to the earth right - because you have to deal with so much.

I feel that about you. You are strong, determined, stubborn, fierce. 

You call Daddy and Mommy out when we say "crap" and you stand up for what you believe - no matter what. 

You entered the science fair - and got 1st place. You are finally interested in reading and you really keep at it. You know when you are working hard and your self-talk is much more positive. 

You still get really frustrated. You see the world as black and white, right or wrong. Sometimes it's really hard for you see the grey in things or to give grace - you feel everything very deeply. 

You love to cuddle. You still love love love your blankie. You get really hot and even in the dead of winter - I still fight to make you wear your coat or even sleep with pants on. 

You are growing more independent and go to the bathroom by yourself, zip up your coats by yourself and generally just feel more sure of yourself

You still freely give hugs and kisses to me. You put blankies on me when you are sick. You still need plenty of food and sleep to avoid getting grumpy. You still have awesome dance moves. 

I see you trying and learning and falling and trying again. I love you so much. 

We are hoping this year is our best year yet. For your birthday we went laser tagging, to Cafe Rio and played games at Fat Cats. You got an umbrella, Candy Land and a Starbucks Gift card. 

I love you little London. 

Love, Mommy