missing in action

As some of you have noticed it has been quite a while since I have last updated. Life has been anything but boring.

In the end of November I started a second job as an Office Manager for a Doctor. He is just getting his practice going and so far it's worked out perfectly. I am able to work from home minus a few early morning meetings and an errand here and there. Kate has helped me tremendously with Wyatt taking him whenever she can so that I can run to a meeting or just get some work done at home. She has been my life saver!

The beginning of December was when my world was shaken up a bit. Something I knew deep down would eventually happen, did. My sweet aunt Robyn passed away on December 7th. I always thought of my family as invincible as silly as that sounds. I'm not sure if lucky is the word to use, but we all were fortunate enough to be with Robyn hours before she passed away. Just thinking of that morning makes me cry and a time I will ever forget. Robyn was Robyn and hard to put into words. She was one of those constants in life and it will not be the same without her.

This picture is of my Aunt Lisa showing Robyn a picture of herself (The first one above). She smiled and grabbed the picture and said "That's me". I think Robyn in the picture was around 16. It was such a sweet moment, at that point Robyn wasn't really talking.

And with the passing of Robyn I then braced myself for the passing of my Grandma which only happened a short 65 (give or take) days later. My Grandma passed away on February 10th. I never thought my Grandma would die. Call it wishful thinking. She was an amazing woman always smiling and laughing. I loved being in her presence and always felt so safe and happy. She was the calm during the storm and saying that I miss her is an understatement.

This is my Grandma and niece Victoria about 3 years ago.

So, that has been life these last few months. Busy, heartbreaking, a little stressful but still plugging along.

Wyatt is growing like a weed! He is so tall and handsome and such a patient kid. I drag him all over the place while we are working and he just goes with it. I can't wait to tell him that this fall we are going to DISNEYLAND! I probably won't tell him until the night before just to make my life a little bit easier. I haven't been since I was 4 and don't remember much, so it will be like a first time for both of us. I can't wait!

saturday fun

Today after cleaning the house I decided that we were going to get out and do something fun. Wyatt had been playing a computer game far too long and started to get ornery, so he obviously needed a break away too. I wonder if other kids get ornery like he does after playing video games...

But, back on the subject. We first headed off to Barnes & Noble. I love that place, the smell, the people watching! It's the best. In the kid area they also have a Thomas the train table with a track set up and a bunch of the cars. There are usually a few kids gathered around, and that's the first place Wyatt heads. We hung out there for awhile, found a quiet place to sit and read a few books. I obviously didn't take pictures of Wyatt at Barnes & Noble, that might be a little weird.

Next we headed to Gardner Village, which I do like, especially this time of year. But, if you're one of those girls that just {insert sarcasm here} LOVES shopping like I am, take a 4 year old boy with you. You will be in and out in no time! It was lovely. We walked around and laughed at the crazy witches, I was able to get him to pose for some pictures, ran into our friends Linnea & Joe, looked at a few more witches and then went on our way. It was fabulous. The pictures are the best though, his expressions make me laugh. Next time we go I'm sure it will be with cousins and probably a little more fun!

Our second to last stop was a pumpkin patch and I wish I would have snapped a few pictures, they had some of the biggest pumpkins! The lady said the white pumpkins start at $5 and depending on size can be upwards of $100. Who would spend that on a pumpkin?! So crazy. But they had bouncy house things to play on, so Wyatt was content.

And finally ended the night at my friend Audrey's. She just moved about a mile away from us and I went over to help her get settled. Wyatt watched movies and somehow talked Audrey's roommate into playing games with him while we unpacked and organized.

Pretty safe to say we definitely had a fun day!

And then some random pictures of us. I always try to get something serious out of Wyatt, and sometimes I prevail, but usually I'm smiling and he's pulling a silly face. These were before we started out on our fun adventure today.

my warrior angel

This is really sappy. You've been warned.

Wyatt saved my life. I can go into that day, the years prior, the minutes and hours afterward, but this would be a novel one could publish. Or be put on a lifetime movie. So I'll just leave it at that.

Today started out not too shabby. I've been sick; which is weird and doesn't happen THAT often; and I was kind of a baby about it. However, I didn't have a fever last night and woke up feeling pretty okay. Besides the DayQuil that I took causing a few airhead moments, I was fine. Met JG to pick up some work stuff, went to Village Inn once Lizzie (JG's daughter) had her braces off, and cam back home to work and carried on.

Then this afternoon came and dropped the straw; get the reference? I try not to get upset in front of Wyatt but it happens, and he's always very sweet and very careful around me. I don't blame him.

The evening went on, Wyatt played with his friends (great distraction!) , I cried to my mom and I'm still alive. I've been sitting in my room doing a little work and just kind of goofing around. And then my angel came in, squeezed behind me on the chair I was sitting on and started to comb my hair with what I'm assuming is a My Little Pony comb his cousins left here. He made small talk while he combed my hair and told me how pretty I am, so obviously I had to

immediately forgive him for telling me I was chubby earlier. 4 years old, but smart and observant. After a minute of combing my hair he left the room and came back with my tooth brush, tongue scraper thingy and floss. I now understand why he hates me brushing his teeth. Someone else trying to gently brush your teeth is heinous and sends chills down your spine.

So here I guess is where it gets really sappy? I can't think of anything more I'd rather be doing right now. Wyatt is the sweetest, most honest and sincere part of my life. Of course a husband would be nice and it would be nice to not have the dad talk anymore, but I know it will happen when it is supposed too. I am lucky to have Wyatt and know he is with me right now for a reason. He is a special little kid and not only made a huge influence on my life, but of those all around us.

Love you more little warrior.

smart kid

Here is the conversation I just had with Wyatt...

Wy: "Mom, are you still sad?"

Me: "Ya, a little"

Wy: "Do you want your mom? We can drive over there and see her."

See, even Wyatt knows that Moms can make everything better.

I hope he still feels that way when he's 28 too.

Mom!

This is a bike without training wheels.

This is a boy laying on the ground next to his bike with no training wheels.

Boys famous last words: "Mom, you let go of me!"

Better luck next time champ. Keep with it and you'll be riding in no time.

<3

My Boy

He loves to pose for the camera. What a goof.

Sunday @ The Park

Sunday was a beautiful day in Salt Lake. As sad as I am about the pool closing, I love this time of year. The temperatures are perfect and I love having my doors and windows open!