The Haka

Our ward had a Talent show on February 20th. The Elder's did this for their talent... thanks to Halu in our ward! The funniest part about this video is Ben Homer crying and running away! Neil is on the far right.

Happy Birthday! and Never Ending Laundry!

It was Neil's Birthday over the weekend, so we decided to CELEBRATE! It was also, his friend Joel's birthday (they are a day apart) So we went out with some of our friends to Iggy's for dinner. Neil was surprised to see everyone there. Neil and Joel have been friends since High School, and they always tease that Neil is more experienced and so much OLDER! Happy Birthday Neil and Joel! (I won't disclose their ages... just in case!)

So, poor Carter, still is having a rough time! His ear didn't heal all of the way with the first dose of antibiotics, so they put him on a stronger one. However, with the stronger medicine, it did bad things to his stomach! Let's just say he can't keep anything down him, on both ends! I finally was so sick of cleaning the carpets, sanitizing his crib, toys, tub, clothes, everything... I took him in and luckily they said he could go off the stronger antibiotic, and keep just the ear drops. So, I'm trying to feed him yogurt and anything that will help him. The past three days, he probably has gone through five outfits per day. I've changed/washed his sheets and blankets on a daily, sometimes twice, basis. I've cleaned the carpet in multiple places around our house, and I'm almost out of carpet cleaner. Let's just say, it hasn't been the best around here the past few days. I feel so bad for Carter, poor thing! I just wish he could get better. I need him to get better for my emotional state also. I haven't been able to leave the house, in fear of him exploding or vomiting in the car. While we were at the doctor yesterday, he did explode everywhere, and I was kind of glad because then the doctor could see how it really was!


My pictures are out of order... but back to happy things...

Before going out to the surprise Birthday dinner!

At dinner, Nicole, Kohen and Andrew

The whole table! It was a ton of fun, thanks friends for making it a fun Birthday!

Catching up...

So the past few months have been filled trips to the doctor. At the end of January along with all of the other small colds, Carter had Bronchiolitis. He was wheezing, so they sent him home with a machine and medicine for him to do breathing treatments every 4-6 hours. When he finally got over that, just last Sunday we took him to urgent care because his ear drum burst, due to a bad ear infection and he is now currently on antibiotics. EmmaLee had a thousand colds also, and then recently she was waking up in the middle of the night having to go to the bathroom multiple times. I realized (almost too late) that she probably had a UTI. So I took her in to the doctor, and while we were there they said she also had an ear infection, and possible strep (but the test came back negative) So, they put her on antibiotics. Over the weekend, they cultured EmmaLee's strep, and it indeed came back positive and the next day I came down with it. I don't ever remember being in so much discomfort due to throat pain my whole life! Luckily, it didn't affect EmmaLee, the way I had it! I too, am now on antibiotics. I have grown a great appreciation for medicine! I don't know how people survived with out it.
As of now, Neil luckily has no symptoms or signs of any illness or infection. And because we're all taking antibiotics, we are free from passing on any dreaded sickness. It's been a long two months, but I'm hoping that because we're all getting the colds right now, that we'll be good to go for spring and summer!
So, on a lighter note...

My two cute kids!

This is a picture with some of my girlfriends. Chelly, Allison and Brooke. We always go out to dinner for birthdays. It's been a great tradition. I love seeing them every month! However, due to illnesses (those dreaded illnesses!) not everyone was able to make it, so to those of you who weren't able to make it, I wish you well!

Naomi, Jana and Mindy enjoying our fun dinner with the girls!

Here are the flowers that Neil got for me for Valentines! They were so long, I had EmmaLee stand by them to show! He got them for a great deal and couldn't pass up buying them. I LOVE fresh flowers, but sometimes, I would rather spend our money in other places. Since we're on a tight budget. However, because of the great deal it brought a smile to both of our faces! Thanks Neil!

Just recently two of Neil's brother's got engaged! So, to celebrate and welcome the soon to be sister-in-laws to the family, we surprised them and woke them up at 4:00 AM! Then we went to breakfast. It was really early, but worth all of the fun times!

L to R: Jill, Erica, Elener and Jessie

Heidi, Kimberly, Amanda and I. Kimberly and Amanda are joining our family soon, and we couldn't be happier! We love you girls!

Another super cute picture of my kids! Carter doesn't smile very well for the camera, so I was happy to get two good shots.

Nothing much..

So I haven't had the motivation lately to download my pictures on the computer, so those will have to come later. I guess January is one of those months where, at least in our family, not much goes on. Sometimes I get sad during these months because I NEED the sun! Yesterday I tried to go outside with my kids. The first time, Carter came inside crying because his hands were so cold, and he cried even more when his hands started warming up! (That kid, just won't keep his gloves on!) The second time I went out, EmmaLee came inside crying because her hands were super cold! All I can say, is that I tried. Gotta Love them though!
Here's to making it to February!

Christmas, come and gone...

This is the classic (we just woke-up) Christmas picture!

I love the Christmas season, but I hate how fast it comes and then leaves! But I'm grateful for camera's and the memories that I'll always have. We were super blessed this year! I wish I could name everyone who gave us a gift and was so super thoughtful, especially to our kids. I thank you, more than you would ever know!

Tis the Season for Parties!

I love the Christmas season, and with that comes lots of get-together's! We had our Ward Christmas party last Friday, and a Sing-a-long with some of Neil's family and friends this past Monday. They both were so much fun! I always get so nervous/excited when there are Christmas get-together's because I know that Christmas is just around the corner! I feel like I am such a little kid around the Holidays. I can't sleep, and I am just so happy! I just can't help it, it's too much fun and excitement. This year, EmmaLee is at such a good age, and she really understands a lot more, so Neil and I are so excited to see her reaction. Oh, how I love Christmas time! It's also a great time to reflect on all of the many great things we have in our life, and the reason we celebrate Christmas. It's definitely "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!"

EmmaLee likes to have parties of her own, in her room! These are all of her babies, as of now! I wanted to take a picture, so we could always remember her babies, that she takes care of them better than any three-year old I know! Starting on the left there is Rose, Big Baby, EmmaLee is holding Lazy-eyed Sally, then Alexis, Maggie, Small Baby, Maddy, Cara and Kayla. What can I say? She loves babies, and I bet you can't guess what she asked Santa for Christmas??


Here is Carter, holding his own party with food, notice his tie was covered in it! At least he does eat his vegetables!

Friends forever!

Carter just wanted his Dad at the Ward Christmas party. So Neil carried him everywhere!

Carter wanted off, but at least he didn't cry!

EmmaLee wouldn't even come close to sitting on his lap, or even saying a word!

Cute Amy, Skyler and Issak going to see Santa!

Skyler!! This makes me laugh everytime I see it!

Nicole, Kohen and Andrew (such a cute family!) waiting to see Santa!

EmmaLee wanted to sing with the Primary and the Christmas party, so she stood there, but she didn't sing! I was just happy that she stood there as long as she did, because she usually gets so embarrassed.

Grandma and Grandpa Scott with EmmaLee, at the Annual Scott Family Sing-a-long!

Chris and Kimberly

Heidi and Chad

Erica and Jessie

Ben and Amanda (Who actually just got engaged today, Dec 16th! Congrats! We can't be happier!)

Hannah, Nate and Alyson

Jeff and Jill

Marianne, Jake, Amy and Caleb

I LOVE this Picture! Carter is already trying to tease his cousin Hannah! They both have such cute smiles! LOVE IT!

This is one of Neil's very best friends, Nate.

Sorry, for the long post, but I had such great pictures, I couldn't leave anyone out! I seriously feel so blessed to have such great friends and family! I can't wait for all of the other fun family get-together's to come!

10K 2010!

For those of you who I haven't talked to... If anyone wants to join me in my quest to run the 10K again next year, please let me know! (July 24th) I have been bad and I haven't ran since my last 10K, so I decided I was going to start up again in January! It would be so fun if there were a bunch of people, then we could motivate each other. I know some of you are already in super great shape, and wouldn't need to train that long, but for me I have to start early! Anyway, for now HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Thanks

I just love Thanksgiving. It's so fun to sit down and have a nice dinner and talk about all of the crazy things in life while enjoying each other's company. Our Thanksgiving dinner was smaller than usual this year, but it was just as fun and delicious! Thanks to my sister Judy who put it all together!
I did want to say thanks to my sweet husband who works so hard in school, my adorable kids who make my life better than imagined, and to all of my other family and friends who are such an amazing help to me in my life! I love you all!



Judy and Bob. They hosted a wonderful day!

EmmaLee with her Aunt Jodie


This is all of us, hanging out before we played BINGO! It's a tradition and every year we have played it, as long as I can remember!

New Moon

So a bunch of us girls from the neighborhood went to see New Moon! It was really good and I even screamed when Jacob took his shirt off! (Only cause Neil said I could, and Amy made me!) I can't wait to see the next one! Thanks girls, for making it such a fun night!



My camera's flash wasn't working that night, so here are the best pictures that I was able to take. Of course when I got home, I figured out what was wrong with it!

Our Home!

Two years ago, this month, we moved in. It's hard to believe it's been that long! Here are some pictures in no particular order . . .













We were so excited to move in, Joel, Mindy, Neil, EmmaLee and I came to visit a lot! It's fun to think back on how different our lives were, and how they've changed. We are so glad that we have moved in and made such great friends!