Okay so I don't even know where to begin! Our poor kids have been sick on and off - so that's been a bummer. Our apartment had mold in it, so we think that made it hard for them to stay healthy. Now we're out of there, so hopefully it shows in their health soon!
Matthew is LOVING working for Lime - it's still crazy how he's working in programming, life keeps taking us places we could never possibly plan ahead. He's also no longer the ward mission leader because we're in a new LDS ward, he'll miss it but hopefully we both get a calling soon! He's looking forward to taking a shot at playing hockey again in the adult leagues at the Peaks Ice Arena in a couple months. I fully support him :)
Patrick is just tall and getting smarter. He loves drawing, he's so artistic. I want to take pictures or scan in his work and make a book - he has SO MANY pages, and his younger brothers destroy them kind of quickly! He's a good big brother, very helpful. He's been moody lately, so hopefully some sunshine will do him some good!
Stephen is up and down still. We really think his diet is affecting his behavior. So many of you know I've been on a mission to raise awareness about harmful dyes - most specifically, Red 40. The FDA is FINALLY looking into it, I can't wait to see the results! The problem is they keep just calling it "hyperactivity," but it's way more involved than that. I hope they're thorough in their studies and don't just study the level/degree of activity... their ability to get to the bathroom in time, anger control, motivation to obey, paying attention, etc... anyway... He has been an awesome little helper. Like always, he wants to do as Patrick does and wants to grow up too fast!
William is a walker!!! He could stand and take some steps for MONTHS, but it's not until about a week ago he decided the walking thing is cool. He still tries to crawl sometimes, especially outside, but we remind him! He also has sounds for words for him to talk. Na-Na is food & drink, dah is yes, du is down and KKKwith some spit is for animals. You'll have to hear that last one to know what I'm talking about. And, by gollie, does he have teeth!
Amy - It's been a stressful semester, but I'm looking forward to the future. I only have math and then I'm done with my associates before I take a break for several years. I want to become lamaze certified THIS YEAR - Matthew supports me, I hope I get funds for it!
OUR PLANS So... next week, me and the kids are heading to Arizona, my amazing brother-in-law is going to replace my crown that has some decay underneath - it's been bugging me since the day it was put in several years ago, so I'm way excited because I know he'll do a better job! I'm so excited to see my sis and her family too! Then the kids and I will drive to California and see Grandma and Grandpa Garner and Auntie Suzy! We love them so very much and always treasure our visits there. Then we're going to get about 2 days to spend with Matthew's Grandpa Rose and Carol (not sure if she took the Rose name, sorry!)... a bunch of these old folks we're visiting are struggling with serious health issues and we hope we can bring a little warmth along with our craziness. We also have Grandparents LaMontange I wanted to mention because they're battling some health ailments as well. They're in Washington and we would love to make it up there to visit some time! You're all in our prayers and we wish you comfort and healing.
Our move has brought on so much happiness, I can't even tell you. The moving part is uncool, but being out of our small apartment makes me happy! We'll give you more details on where we are now in the future! Love you all!!!
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