Hard Decision...

VS.

About two months ago (Kaleb was five months) my breast milk started to dry up (some might consider this an over share!). I was devastated to say the least. I nursed Jett his first entire year of life. I planned on doing it for Kaleb. Not that formula is bad or anything; I just enjoy nursing my babies for the health benefits and mostly for the closeness we feel. There is something about waking up in the middle of the night when they are warm in their jammies and cuddling them while they eat; all the while knowing you are the only one who could offer them that. I have tried to hang on to nursing him for the past two months (maybe it is the graveyard shift ruining it, who knows!) but it has turned into something stressful and frustrating. I never know how much he is getting and he usually doesn't get full. He knows now that he doesnt get what he wants so he puts up a fight when I try and nurse him. I have struggled with letting go, but I think it's for the best that we become strictly formula fed. I have been nursing what I can and then supplementing with formula, but it is too much for us. It is becoming a struggle. Like I said, I never formula fed Jett so this formula thing is new to me. I have no idea what is the best. I talked to his pediatrician and she recommended Parents Choice (she said it is cheaper price wise, but equal to the others in nutrients). So, that is what we have been supplementing him on. But, now that it will be his sole source of food, I want to know what one others would choose. And, how long does one big can of formula last a 7 month old. I feel like I am swimming in uncharted waters here people. HELP! I cant explain how sad I feel, but I have to move forward and commit to the formula thing, so any suggestions and advice would be appreciated. (Oh, I forgot to mention that ever since we supplemented he has been extremely constipated so any specific formula changes or tricks would be nice. I was thinking about changing to one for 'gasy' babies!) On a positive note, both Jett and Chad like being able to feed Kaleb. It has been kind of nice and freeing for me too. If I had my choice I would still breastfeed, but since I don't; I can admit it is nice to have my boobs back (ok, really I mean I will be able to go on a diet and take headache medicine...)!

5 down...Eternity to go!!!

We were so cute and young!!!

Really wishing my hair was that way again!

BOUNTIFUL TEMPLE 2006

Reception at the Clinton Meeting House

5 Wonderful Years since I married Chad, Chaddy, Chud, Chuckles (just kidding, thats not really one of the nicknames!) Anywho, TODAY IS OUR FIVE YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!!

Chad and I met in 11 grade. BUT, he was kind of starting to date my BFF so I didnt think much of him. We would randomly see each other here or there for the next year and half. Then, we ended up both working at IRS our senior year. Still nothing! After graduation (no longer dating my BFF) he got a job at the gas station I was working at. So, we worked together there. BUT...I thought he was a little annoying and I couldn't get past him dating my friend. How could I do that? Then, our friend STEVE (don't let him know I am admitting he is the reason!!!!) convinced me to go out with him. He explained what a good guy he was and that "what if you guys get married? you would give up marriage because he took your friend out a couple of times?" I caved; waited for him while he went on a mission... and the rest is history. I discovered he really was a great guy. An Amazing Guy!!!! He really is my best friend. We have had a great 5 years. Both have graduated from college. Had two AMAZING LITTLE BOYS! Bought a condo...still own the said condo if anyone wants it. Moved to another house until...well, until who knows when really? We've slammed doors and thrown shoes (ok, just me!) Yelled a couple of times. Seen an trillion movies together. Laughed. And, everything else. I love life. It isn't always easy and stress free, but Chad (and the boys) makes it all worth it. In the end, that is all that matters.

Happy Anniversary Lovie!

HAWAII

The road to Hana...it is a 45 mile drive that takes 8 HOURS! It was very bendy, but beautiful!

Our View Eating Dinner One Night

His name is Hia and he makes cool wood carvings. He made some for Jett and Kaleb. He is actually a member and served a mission. He was really nice to talk to.

We went to a luau...BEST FREAKING FOOD EVER!
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Geez, Chad is good looking :)

Chad LOVED boogy boarding

Next time I go (there better be a next time), I will make sure I hadnt just had a baby two months before. I was freaking HUGE! (Ok, I still am, but whatever...I am not in Hawaii!)

I seriously loved Hawaii and I loved spending it with my handsome hubs! We both fell in love with Hawaii. It was beautiful and the people are amazing. We would totally live there if we could. WE WILL GO BACK...WE WILL GO BACK...WE WILL GO BACK (Positive thinking!) Granted, Chad's boss spoiled us and we had the best hotel and things so that is partly why we loved it...but I would go back and sleep in a shack if it meant I was there. We went to a luau, a magic show, went on a Snorkeling tour (I saw the most magnificent sea turtle ever!), we lounged on the beach, we DROVE AROUND THE WHOLE ISLAND (can we say car sick!), and we just hung out together. Something that doesn't happen often. I loved it. AWE...one day again!

TO PRIVATE BLOG OR NOT?

That is the question...that's been on my mind lately.

I am a blog stalker. It is fun. I love to see people I went to school with or people I kinda know or people I don't know at all. It is just a fun little relaxing escape from babies, HUSBAND, poop bums, making dinner, laundry, playing "choo-choos" for the hundredth time, etc. You get the point. I just like it.

Now, since you can view who is looking at your blog (thanks Alycia for get me up to speed)...I am a little concerned. Not concerned that STRANGERS are looking at my blog, but more concerned that I had no idea that so many strangers looked. AND, most of those strangers are private so I cant see if they are normal strangers or not. I don't mind if you look at my blog. JUST LEAVE A COMMENT. It is fun to find new friends. I had one person who looked at my blog 45 times last month...from JAPAN. Weird...we don't know anyone from Japan. I clicked on their blog and it was in Japanese. Anyways, my point is I like it to be open because it is easier for my family who don't have blogs to stay up to date, but I also want to protect my kidlets.

What do we all think? PRIVATE OR NOT?

Two Pea's in Different Pods?

My beautiful boys are both the most handsome amazing things I have ever laid eyes on, but they are sooooooo different....

{KALEB}

{JETT}

{KALEB on the day he was born}

{JETT on the day he was born}

Happy Birthday Jett!

TODAY IS JETT'S BIRTHDAY!!!! I cant believe he is 3 years old. It doesn't seem possible. He has been so much fun having around. He is silly beyond belief. He keeps Chad and I (even Kaleb) laughing all day long. We had a little party on Saturday for him. We had just family with the exception of his friend Josh. He really wanted to invite him. We had cake and ice cream and basically let the kids play. Jett his lucky and he has two best friends that are his cousin that are his same age. Sage (my sister's son) is only two days younger. So fun. And, Easton is only 4 months younger. Jett is one lucky dude. We didn't think Mistee was coming since she lives in Vernal now but they surprised us and showed up. It made the day that much more special. I think Jett loved his birthday. He is such a good kid...

Jett and his Buddy Josh. He was so excited to see him there.

Jett LOVES gifts. Once opened he doesn't think much of it, but he absolutely gets a kick out of opening them.

The handsome birthday boy himself!

I am not a cake decorator by trade and you can tell, but I love making my boys birthday cake myself and I get a kick out of making them special. First year was a monkey head, last year was Lightning McQueen, and this year THOMAS!!!! of course.

JETT LOVED HIS TRAMPOLINE!!!! He was so excited when he saw it in HIS backyard. Chad was holding him and he said "Down Daddy, hurry" He wanted to run over there so fast. We knew he would love it.

Sleepover with Texee Marie...I love my beautiful niece!

Roller Coaster Fun!

Silly Girls

Dont want to come across us in a dark alley...

Texee is so cute!

She seriously should be my daughter...

Happy 5 Months to Kaleb

He was bouncing pretty fast so these are a little blurry. But, still freaking cute if you ask me. HAPPY 5 MONTHS (yesterday)...it is going way too fast. I love my little Lovie!

Mentionable...

Geez, I am blogging lots!!!!

Fore some reason I love this pic of me and Kaleb. He got RSV and I had to give him his treatments and he was so mad. He looks like he is getting ready to yell at Chad. Funny Kid.

Trying to get a shot of my boys and me. Typical...they love eachother more. Too Cute.

A little about us right now...

Chad and I have been married for 5 years this month. Crazy to think back when we were in eleventh grade and to see us now. Who would of thought it. I currently work graves (form 11-7am) wed, thurs, and fri in the ER at Mckay. I love that my boys dont know that I even leave them for the most part. Chad just recently graduated in Technical Sales and job hunting. I am so proud of him. He worked so hard for it. He loves his job he currently has at Bill's Comfort Systems. He loves his boss and admires him a lot so I think him graduating is bitter sweet to him. We will see what the future holds. For the most part we love just hanging out watching re-runs of "24" or "Jack" as Jett calls it. We also love going to the movies together and just having fun. It has been our thing ever since we were dating. WE'RE MOVIE PEOPLE! We both love our boys more than anything in the world. We spend every night being a crazy little family at home. We keep busy following Jett around cleaning up this or that, reading stories, bathing babes, cleaning up more messes just to do it all over again and we love every minute of it (Chad likes to say otherwise, but he does!) We love being together!

*keep reading for bits on each boy*