A perfect weekend

As you know by my previous posts, I am often astounded at how quickly time is flying. My youngest son has turned six months before I even had time to catch my breath. He is rolling, sitting and babbling as if everyone knows what he is trying to say. Until this point I have felt behind and trying, unsuccessfully, to catch up. I am drowned in the things I need to do or what I should have accomplished rather than the present. However, this weekend I was blessed with the most wonderful thing - time. I never once felt rushed, behind or like I needed to be somewhere else rather than enjoying the moment and I loved it! Perhaps the tides of the full (HUGE) moon slowed the earths rotation or perhaps this is how life is supposed to be and the rest is just noise. What ever the case I thought I'd let you in on my fantastic day.

Saturday started with some quick carpentry by my super handy husband. I thought I'd be clever and get a can-consolidator for a cupboard. Sounds good, but it didn't fit into the cupboard it was supposed to, so I moved the stuff in the other cupboard where it did fit and thus had to again rearrange. I thought it would end up being a difficult job but Dee was able to get all the shelves just right and all put back together better than it was. So check off getting something done.

I looked at the clock thinking of lunch and nap and was delighted to see it was only 10:00. We started in on some board games but as I said the weather was delightful (70's) and we ended up at the church playing baseball. I learned a few things such as, Tyler will not bat without wearing his batting helmet. Ellie doesn't care about 1st or 2nd base but always has to step on 3rd. McKenna wore the wrong shoes and ended up playing with the baby because her feet hurt. This was good for me because I learned it's OK to pitch while holding a 20 pound kid but not as easy to run and tag someone out. I learned Dee can hit way into the outfield but Pete (the dog) will not retrieve it unless Dee goes with him.

After baseball we went to dinner and came home to play the Wii. We were all completely exhausted once the day was over but I loved just being. The best way to describe it is complete joy and I feel fortunate to have enjoyed it for a full day.

Christmas Tag

Christmas Tag
1. Wrapping paper or gift bags? Wrapping Paper - in fact my first job was as a gift wrapper at Deseret Book.
2. Real Tree or Artificial? Artificial but I always buy an Evergreen wall plug-in!
3. When do you put your tree up? The day after Thanksgiving if we're home. If not, as soon as we can!
4. When do you take your tree down? After New Years
5. Do you like eggnog? Yes, diluted.
6. Favorite gift received? My husband gave me a piano the first year we got married. I don't play much anymore, but the kids do and what a surprise it was!
7. Hardest person to buy for? My in-laws!
8. Easiest person to buy for? McKenna, she loves everything and is so gracious even if the present is sucky.
9. Do you have a nativity scene? Yes I have 3.
10. Mail or e-mail Christmas Cards? Mail
11. Worst Christmas presents ever received?
12. Favorite/Worst Christmas movie? It's a Wonderful Life and Elf. Worst? I want a dog for Christmas Charlie Brown. Stunk big time.
13. When do you start shopping? Usually not until the end of November unless I find the perfect gift.
14. Have you ever recycled a gift? Yep, this year in fact!
15. Favorite thing to eat at Christmas time? I love chocolates, hot chocolate, chocolate candies, peppermint chocolate... you name it.
16. Lights on tree? Clear but I love the color ones too.
17. Favorite Christmas song? O Holy Night and the entire muppets CD
18. Travel on Christmas or stay home? Every other year we travel on Christmas
19. Can you name all of Santa's reindeer? Yes - in order too
20. Angel on top of tree or star? Angel
21. Open presents on Christmas Eve? The kids open the Christmas jammies
22. Most annoying thing about this time of year? Angry Walmart shoppers. So you have to walk a few more parking spaces, don't try to run me over!!!
23. Favorite ornament? We get a new ornament that represents the most important thing every year (i.e. This year is Carter's first year...) and those are my favorite.
24. Favorite food for Christmas Dinner? We have strawberry waffles for breakfast. It's better than dinner.
25. What do you want for Christmas this year? Plane ticket to Georgia
26. Tag 3 friends: Suzanne, Amber, Shally

Merry Christmas!

12 days to go! This is going to be an awesome Christmas at the Treadway home. The kids are perfect ages, although it might be the last one of "belief" for McKenna. They are all so excited and Ellie is just brimming with joy all the time. Only 4 days of school until Christmas break then we are all looking forward to some sleeping in (right Carter?)!



To post on our travels, we went to Utah to visit family for Thanksgiving. It was a great time but it flew by. We went to the zoo, played touch football, played a lot of Wii and ate a ton. It was a great time and we were able to see many Treadway-side family. We had a big sleepover on Wednesday at Pat and Lee's and stayed up playing games until the wee hours of the morning. We all laughed so hard and it was just fun being together.


I've attached a video of Carter laughing for those far away so you won't miss it. The video is a bit shaky, I was actually playing peek-a-boo and holding the camera. Worth watching, though. He has become such a fun chunky baby!


The last exciting thing that has just happened is our first niece on the Powell side was born yesterday! Congratulations James and Amber!

Since we've been home it's just been a countdown to Christmas. We've seen the kids' school performances, decorated, constantly listened to Christmas music, shopped and most importantly paused during the chaos to count blessings and think of our Savior. We miss you that are dear to us and far away. May the Spirit of Christ touch your lives and hearts. Merry Christmas!

Holidays are coming!

A quick update on what has happened the last two week. Some of the biggest news is Tyler lost his two front teeth. This alone is pretty exciting, but I have to tell the story of HOW he lost his teeth. The first one was super wiggly and grossing me out. Finally Dee convinced him to tie it to his nerf gun with floss, but the nerf gun wasn't strong enough to pull it. Then he convinced him to tie it to an arrow and shoot it with the bow across the yard. It worked so well and was so fun a few days later he was able to repeat the process with the second tooth. I've attached a short video clip of the second tooth for you to see. Not as cool as the video of the first tooth but too long to put on this.

McKenna made Honor Roll for the first time and we are so proud of her for it. She is growing so big so fast and I love to see the good decisions she makes and the tender heart she blesses us all with.

Carter turned 4 months and at his checkup/shot appointment we found out he is a healthy 15 1/2 pounds. By the time this kid can walk I'll have the biceps I've always wanted! He is sick with a cold this week but has been doing better overall. He's laughing and interacting and is just so much fun.
Halloween came and went with LOTS of candy. The only decent pictures I got were of Carter (mini D)/Dee and Ellie. Tyler and McKenna were a little fickle on their costumes and by the time they decided it was time to head out the door. We had fun and lots of candy but we're ready for the other holidays to start!

8 things tag...

I haven't been keeping up on my tags so that may be what the next few are about. This is the most recent one.

8 Things I am passionate about
1. My kids
2. My husband
3. My faith
4. Sleep
5. My kids' future
6. My friends
7. Chocolate
8. A healthy future for me

8 words or phrases I use often
1. You'll never believe what Ellie did
2. Anyways (yes, I always put the "s" on and it could be from a conversation 3 days ago...)
3. I am so tired...
4. What day is it again?
5. Didn't I just feed you?
6. What do you mean you're out of socks? I just did laundry!
7. Yes Tyler. You have to eat that.
8. I love you!

8 things I have learned from my past
1. Family is more important than anything.
2. Prayer works
3. Life isn't always about fun
4. Or about me
5. and problems aren't as big as they seem.
6. You have to appreciate the moment before it's gone
7. Always always always keep a promise.
8. People surprise you - who knew siblings could turn out so great?!

8 places I'd like to go see or visit
1. Hawaii
2. Georgia
3. Disneyland/world/cruise
4. Any sort of cruise, actually
5. Tetons
6. Oregon
7. Salt Lake City
8. Zion's Park

8 things I currently need or want
1. A good nights sleep
2. or just a nap
3. Family to live closer
4. A date with my husband
5. More time just to play with the kids
6. Exercise
7. A maid
8. Time to scrapbook

People I tag
Stephanie, Monica, Anmarie

Happy Fall!

Ok, so Suzanne called and nagged me about not updating our blog. There is a lot to catch up on and I'm sorry I haven't done it so far. As I told her, it's lucky if I get a shower and blogging has fallen to the bottom of the totem pole. I'll give it a shot this weekend, though and post so much ya'll be sick of hearing about it. Here's the first one...

We finally made it to fall. Now those of you in pleasant summer places, you know the places that don't make it to 110+, may not see this as a great achievement. However, you probably haven't done things like parked at the end of the Costco parking lot just because there was a smidgin of shade. Or stupidly taken a drink out of a water bottle left in your car only to burn your entire mouth and tastebuds. Or walked out the door only to melt on your doorstep. (Not to be ungrateful, I never have to shovel my driveway.) What it all leads up to is we are SOOOOO happy Fall is here! I love the colors and the decorations. I love the cool nights and pleasant days.

Carter is almost 4 months old. He's reached 14 pounds and is hitting the fun milestones quickly. One week he discovered his tongue (which got the kids giggling so hard in church I had to pass him to our friend behind us.) The next week he learned how to move his hands around, the week after that he learned how to laugh and this week he's learned how to grab things with much concentration. He is studying his feet now so it will only be a matter of time before they are in his mouth.

McKenna and Ellie are through with soccer. It has been a great year for it. McKenna's skill level has improved by leaps and bounds and the best part is she still loves it. Although I've loved this soccer season I'm excited to have Saturdays back not to mention 3 more nights a week without running from place to place.


And not to leave Tyler out(poor second child...)he had his first sleepover last night and rocked at Rock Band. No pictures of that, though.

Tonight was the school's Fall Festival. They got to dress up so I'll give you a shot of Dee & Carter's costume. Makes me laugh every time I look at it. Ever heard of Mini Me? This is Mini Dee.

Catch Up!

I haven't blogged for a while so I will attempt a catch up blog. Things, again, seemed to move to warp speed while I in my human form can only move one speed. Some days that is not enough and I go so far as to wish I had a clone. Mom once said, "If I were in charge I'd make it so when moms are pregnant they also grow an extra set of arms. Then when the child turned two they would fall off." I second that! Where do I begin?

Carter turned 2 months. At his check up yesterday he is at 75% all around (weight 12lbs 11oz, height 23 1/2 inches and head size). He got his shots also, but his siblings were praying for him and he's been happy as can be since then. He's smiling and cooing and it is awesome to see what new things he's going to do next. His favorite thing in the world is the ceiling fan (should have saved the money on the crib mobile, no interest in it!). He still gets colicky at night but not nearly as bad and not nearly as long. Hooray! He hates the car however, and when I asked the Dr. some advice on that one he wrote me a prescription for a new car. Woo Hoo!

We had Carter's blessing over Labor Day weekend. The blessing was beautiful and I am thankful everyday for my wonderful husband. During that weekend most of our family was able to come out from Utah and California. It was so great to see everybody! The Treadway boys went on the annual Treadway Trek and had a great time. The girls also had an awesome time but that is a story for another day. It was also awesome to see Bert (our eldest Nephew) for the first time off his mission. He's a MAN! :]

Heather stayed out an extra week and we got to play. I can't express how sad I feel when the family leaves. I often think I want to move back to Utah but I realize I can take or leave the state, I just love being by family.

Let's see, what else? School started. It is a big crazy year for us. Not just the baby is an adjustment but Ellie started pre-school. She's loving it. Tyler is in 2nd grade and is having the best year of all so far. McKenna is in 4th which, where we live, means middle school. I have a HARD time with that one! It's 4th - 8th which means when I go pick up my baby from school there are all these teeney-boppers who are taller than I and yet wearing clothes too short for Ellie!! I'm sure I'll get over the shock soon but it's been almost a month and I still am dropping my jaw daily. What are their parents thinking? Are they sneaking the clothes to school or do they walk out the door looking like that? Well, that, again is a rant for another blog. This one is long enough today.