Somethings Old, Something New

We are so BUSY BUSY!

A quick update on the past month:
Eric's sister, Stacey, visited us for 4 days--thanks Stace! Then my sister Amanda came 2 days later for 5 days--yay Amanda! Then we flew back to Utah together (kind of psycho plane story where a guy a few seats back had a seizure and they asked for a doctor or nurse and I must admit I did not immediately volunteer with 2 kiddos plus they were late taking off and lost our bags and we had to run to catch our other plane . . . ). Anyhow, it was an adventure!!

We got back one week ago and had a blast while we were there! I was a bit nervous about flying back by myself with both girls but my friend Annie talked me into flying with her and her two kids and we made it! My family was awesome with the kids: My dad and mom got up early with Bella every morning (due to jet lag) and my dad would play doll house with her for about an hour or so before he had to go to work. We were able to go to the Draper temple open house. And my mom even watched the girls while I got a massage! (sorry Sierra cried most of the time). My brothers and sisters were amazing too. Bells could not get enough of her "Aunt Wivvy" or "Woxie" the dog. It was so fun to see everyone especially since I'm not sure when I'll see Dave and Rashelle again (good luck with the NFL!). And my only regret was that I didn't see you, Steph, while we were there. Next time! I should have planned better. We were so busy (despite the one day stomach flu we brought) I can't even write everything. Loved the intramural game Nate! Memorable dinner at D & R's and Great-grandma's. It was so fun to be able to have Bella really get to know her extended family better. Thanks everyone!

And in one week we go to Minnesota for a 6 day house-hunting family trip! Ahh! Mixed feelings about the whole moving thing . . .

And between that we are trying to get our house ready to sell! (any tips anyone?!) Plus hanging out with our wonderful friends here in Ohio (the farm was the best the other day Lynnsey) and thanks so much for dinner, Brit. Plus I get to have more fun (thanks to Eric's willingness to be home) and play basketball on a league with some other girls . . . it will be a sad day when that ends. Sigh.

And this morning I hosted our playgroup. Poor Anderson, the only boy, was sick. But these little girls sure like playing with each other! I don't know why but the guest bed is always SOOOO fun to play on:



And of course I can't forget by sister, Tressa, whom I wish I could Skype with more often. Here she is with my cute Swiss grandparents and uncle. Love you Tress!



Gotta run!