Change

They say some things never change...

(Prom 2001)
 I didn't know keeping his eyes open was such an old problem.

Also, I think I've discovered where Kyle gets his grumpy streak from:
Those who have been around him the past two weeks can totally appreciate those photos.

Priceless.

Fun in the Sun

     Many of the times I attend "Pool Day" with my ward it really isn't that fun for me because Kyle rather run around the perimeter of the pool and swing the gate open and shut than swim in the water. I actually had a fun day in the pool with him last night as his Uncle Chris threw him to me. It's way more fun in the water than out!

    Kyle loved going under. He would plug his nose and say, "Nose! Nose!" so I would dunk him under. After I would catch him he had the biggest smile, would cough up water and then run back over to Chris. I loved it!

(Don't mind my tacky bright blue shorts)

Cute Kate rather ride her dad's back:

What I Want in a Husband

I thought this was funny (and maybe true??):

What I Want In A Husband ! 

§ Original List: 

1.  Handsome 
2.  Charming 
3.  Financially successful 
4.  A caring listener 
5.  Witty 
6.  In good shape 
7.  Dresses with style 
8.  Appreciates finer things 
9.  Full of thoughtful surprises 
10. An imaginative, romantic lover 

§ What I Want in a Husband , Revised List (age 32) 

1.  Nice looking 
2.  Opens car doors, holds chairs 
3.  Has enough money for a nice dinner 
4.  Listens more than talks 
5.  Laughs at my jokes 
6.  Carries bags of groceries with ease 
7.  Owns at least one tie 
8.  Appreciates a good home-cooked meal 
9.  Remembers birthdays and anniversaries 
10. Seeks romance at least once a week 


§ What I Want in a Husband , Revised List (age 42) 

1.  Not too ugly 
2.  Doesn't drive off until I'm in the car... 
3.  Works steady - splurges on dinner out occasionally 
4.  Nods head when  I'm talking 
5.  Usually remembers punch lines of jokes 
6.  Is in good enough shape to rearrange the furniture 
7.  Wears a shirt that covers his stomach 
8.  Knows not to buy champagne with screw-top lids 
9.  Remembers to put the toilet seat down 
10. Shaves most weekends 
 

§ What I Want in a Husband , Revised List (age 52) 

1.  Keeps hair in nose and ears trimmed 
2.  Doesn't belch or scratch in public 
3.  Doesn't borrow money too often 
4.  Doesn't nod off to sleep when I'm venting 
5.  Doesn't retell the same joke too many times 
6.  Is in good enough shape to get off couch on weekends 
7.  Usually wears matching socks and fresh underwear 
8.  Appreciates a good TV dinner 
9.  Remembers your name on occasion 
10. Shaves some weekends     


§ What I Want in a Husband , Revised List (age 62) 

1.  Doesn't scare small children 
2.  Remembers where bathroom is 
3.  Doesn't require much money for upkeep 
4.  Only snores lightly when asleep 
5.  Remembers why he's laughing 
6.  Is in good enough shape to stand up by himself 
7.  Usually wears some clothes 
8.  Likes soft foods 
9.  Remembers where he left his teeth 
10. Remembers that it's the weekend     


§ What I Want in a Husband , Revised List (age 72) 

1.  Breathing 
2.  Doesn't miss the toilet.     

Still Here

    Well here we are again. We've been busy the past week doing who knows what. It's a good busy though. "Special K" ended up having a throat infection and fever and wouldn't eat for four days. He is back to normal now and I love him more than ever! When Kyle is sick, Mom is grumpy and Dad actually looks forward to going to work. Now we are back to a happy family :).

  I started taking more family pics and thought I'd share a few. This first family is of my visiting teacher. She is so nice and was so welcoming to me when I moved here. She even emailed me a list of activities she does with her kids so I could join in if I wanted to! 

Their daughter's blue eyes and blonde hair are sooo pretty!

    This next family is my visiting teaching companion. (Can you see why I love V.T. now that I moved here?)  We just love their family and Kyle thinks their son is his best friend. The other Sunday he took Kyle to nursery and they were walking down the hall holding hands, it was so cute.

It would be great if I could look as good as her after having two kids!!

   Kyle had some friends over the other day. They were being so funny together so I pulled out my camera.

I was a little slow. All I could think was, "Three little monkeys jumping on the bed..."

   Luckily no one bumped their head when they all eventually jumped off! We're hoping Grandma can give Kyle a hair cut when we go to AZ:

(If you get any phone calls from my number with someone saying, "Boo!" I apologize).

   The white stuff on his upper lip is Desitin. He thinks it's lotion and was trying to rub it in when I caught him. He's also gotten into a few other things:

And felt his mixing of cheese and cereal would be better than my dinner:

I can't say I blame him.
Hope you have a good rest of the week!

One Year

One year ago today I was flying with Kyle from PHX to SA, when I started crying on the flight because I didn't want to move to San Antonio.
       My first impression of San Antonio was that it reminded me a lot of Mexico and is sooo humid. I was also nervous about moving into a home I had never seen in person. Since then, I've found things to appreciate about this city. I love how friendly strangers are. It's pretty green here, and if you are ever in need of a Lowe's or Home Depot there are about five just fifteen minutes away in different directions. Also, up by the temple the zoning is way better and it feels more like home (Thanks Cara).

One year ago today I was reminded how lucky I am to be married to TRay.
      When I got to our house for the first time everything was already unloaded from the moving van, and after a seventeen hour drive the night before, Tim took the time that next day to pick up a rose and Arbys for me for when I arrived. He didn't even buy himself any lunch because he's too cheap/Arby's is too expensive, but he knew that I don't deal with change well and that I'm happier when I'm full.

One year ago today Kyle was almost seven months old.
     Kyle is now almost nineteen months old! He stopped nursing two months after the move and finally started sleeping through the night a couple nights after we settled in. I felt like a new woman. He has gone from a chubby little baby to a solid toddler who keeps me chasing after him. He is so curious, loves to give kisses, thinks berry smoothies from Costco are the best and has the greatest smile.

One year ago today Tim was still a month away from starting law school.
     Now we are about to begin our second year of law school. It hasn't been that bad (for me). The month before finals is definitely a nightmare (especially when I'm sick during it too!) but the rest of the year wasn't as bad as I heard it would be.

One year ago today I slowly began to realize that moving is a big deal and a big change.
     It actually wasn't until two weeks ago that I started to feel like I "belonged" here. Yep, it took me an ENTIRE year to make friends. I don't think I smell or anything, but being the only law school wife in a ward full of students can have it's downfalls. I never felt surrounded by so many nice people, but at the same time felt so frustrated at trying to fit in.

One year ago today I felt even more grateful for my old friends who still take the time to check up on me.

    I moved away from AZ two weeks after my high school graduation and, except for two summers, haven't lived there since. I feel so lucky that there are some friends that I can still call and we can chat forever. I can talk about whatever I want and we can laugh our heads off too. Thanks ladies. 

One year ago today I thought the only thing bigger in TX was the people.

  Don't think I'm rude. San Antonio really is one of the most obese cities. It's pretty sad. I can't figure out why either. I still don't know why "Everything is bigger in TX." Can someone tell me?

One year ago I started to like Texas.

  Ok, so maybe not the exact day I moved here, but I was really excited about the adventure that lay ahead of us. I really do love experiencing new things (except for new foods), and it's even more fun doing it with Tim and Kyle. San Antonio really has been good to me and we've made some fun memories and met awesome people. One of the best things was being able to live by Andy and Hillery for a year and getting to know little Sadie better. We really felt like this was where we were supposed to move for school and I am grateful for the experiences we have had so far. 

She's Here!!!

Edit: Her name is Macy Paige! Sooo cute.
    Baby Heyman came today! (I'll edit this when they give me a name :)). I got a text when Jenny's water broke this morning and just a few hours later this cute little girl was here. What a blessing. She is healthy and I can't wait to meet her!!

7lbs 10 oz 19in 9:30 am (CA time)
Oh she is just so cute. I'm in love.