Go Rams

Go Rams!

(sweet crowd, don't you think.)

In January of 2008 I left my job at CSU as an assistant volleyball coach to be a full time mom.

Last night we attended the first match of the season. Us along with over 6,000 other fans (see above photo).

They were awesome and the crowd was amazing. Ben and Dane went absolutely nuts. They couldn't stop clapping, laughing and screaming.

Anyway, I just wanted to put in a plug for my beloved Rammies. Good luck this season and if you get a chance.....go to game. You won't be sorry!

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First Day of School

Thanks to a couple of gracious friends, I was able to take pictures and walk with Cody and Kai on their First Day of School.

(Note - Cody and Kai had different first days - Kinders do it a little differently the first week)

Here's our new 3rd Grader. Do you think he is happy to be back at school?

I know his mom is.

I guess 3rd Grade is when you start doing your own hair and picking your own clothes.

Cool Shoes, though.

Cody at Zach.

Kai's First Day.

All of our kids get a picture by the Pear Tree.

I know she doesn't look excited but she really was. She said her favorite part of the day was making a new friend. She couldn't remember her name, though. That's okay, she couldn't remember Lainey's name for the first 4 days either.

Thanks Mom!

Here's to you mom.

We always love when Grandma comes, but we (me) were very grateful she came to help us when little Lainey was born.

Grandma with the whole crew.

I love baby feet.

If Lainey survives the "help" from Dane and Ben, then we know she can survive just about anything.

I have to say that Ben especially loves his little sister. He really does. You can see it on his face above.

All my kids have my husband's beautiful brown eyes.....we'll see how Lainey's turn out.

What do you think - blue or brown?

She couldn't be sweeter - could she?

Grandma became Ben and Dane's best friend. She took them everywhere and they climbed, mowed and picked everything in sight.

This is Dane thinking about climbing in with the Cows. You know how much Dane loves his cows. Although his imitation of "moo" leaves a lot to be desired.

I love my easy going Kai.

Maybe Cody and Ben are actually twins?

Cody is helpful beyond measure. He read to Dane and Ben for 30 minutes this morning so I could feed Lainey without distraction. What a kid.

Really - I don't know how my mom did it. This first full day without her was a little dicey. The twins cried almost the whole day and were not very happy with me. Not sure exactly why, but that is the essence of the twins - crying for no apparent reason. Dane would be happy to tell you why, but it only comes out in this cave man sounding "Doh-Doh-Doh!!"

Lucky for us Lainey is good.

Two Days Late is Too Much

Lainey Kate Larsen

7lbs 12 oz

July 22nd - 2:13am

She must have gotten word that she was late, because she came rather quickly after that. Brett and I checked in at the hospital at 1:30am and Lainey was born 43 minutes later.

I don't even know what to say - she is such a sweet little baby and our house seems like such a circus. Hope she can adapt!

Thanks Terri for the cute photos and bows :)

Wednesday

"Lucy" - 1 Day Late.

(Cute tin can family with new addition - thanks to Mollie Smith)

Never had a late baby or even an on time baby for that matter. I guess I should be grateful for the new experience.

I did have a thought though, this morning. I have a few loose ends to tie up - or at least that I would like to tie up before she comes. I would like to clean out my bathroom, scan all non-digital pictures, finish a couple of projects and a few other things. Maybe she has some things she needs to finish up too. I am sure they are more important than cleaning her bathroom. Perhaps she needs to visit some special friends and family before she arrives. Maybe there are important messages to deliver or goodbyes to say? In any case, who am I to try to cut short those important tasks? I could just do what I should and get ready. She'll be here before we know it.

Our Unfinished Project #1 - Windows in the basement

Unfinished Projects #2.....

And #3

In any case, we are just waiting to see what happens. No plans for induction right now.

Not so fast

Clouds out our back window.

My dad came to visit us this weekend and made it special.

Thanks Dad!

I thought that might inspire "Lucy Larsen" to make an appearance - alas, she will come when she wants and no sooner.

"Lucy" is due on Tuesday, but we will see....I think that I would like to wait instead of push her hand. Just gotta trust that there is a plan in all of this.

In the meantime, we visited a water park in the 100 degree heat.

The kids had a blast and it was fun to watch them.

Benjo just missed getting it in the face.

Dane opted for the direct "facial" spray.

They all loved it in the end.

We will let you know what happens with "Lucy" - Just know that I am not hopeful for the "sooner rather than later" scenario.

Have a great one.

Musings

So 2 weeks until "Lucy Larsen" is due to make an appearance. Take heart, Lucy will not be her name. Gma Larsen (Pam) started calling her that and it stuck - kind of a gestational nickname.

Its been so good to have Brett home for a few weeks. The twins especially like having him around for some extra attention. Mowing lawns, reading the truck books and visiting with the tractors down the street are all favorite "Dah-yee" pastimes.

Now here are two guys that are up to no good. I caught them red handed with the Wii remotes. They slowly backed up into the dishwasher - trapped.

As a consequence, we cut their hair.....see below.

Still blond.

On to bigger and better things.....4th of July!

Jonah and Landon joined us for strawberries, waffles & bacon for breakfast - then the Parade. Kind of a tradition at our house.

The kids love the fire truck.

So I am trying to be patient....and I should be. I am convinced that the twins need every extra day and hour to "grow up" just a little more in preparation for little Lucy to come. However, I can honestly say that I am tired of being pregnant. I miss a lot of things about not being pregnant. Like clothes I could wear or the ability to get up and down a little easier.

Anyway, we will let you know when Lucy arrives. Until then - happy summer!