This year our family choose a theme to focus on. We decided to focus on Faith! The first principle of the gospel. We've tried to center our family home evenings around faith to help the boys understand the concept. So far so good! The boys are working on learning all the "Articles of Faith" and we've made it a goal to read the 'Book Of Mormon' Everyday. We have yet to miss a day! The funnest part is listening to our kids read and then to watch Trey take part. Trey passes out all the Book of Mormons at the beginning and collects them all at the end. He knows this is his job, and he does it so nobly! We just say, "Trey will you take my Book of Mormon." To which he responds, "Sure!" We all love it. Even the older boys! We'll see if we can keep it up.
Other updates. Let see...oh, I have to tell you!! The other night we weighed Trey...he's a whopping 30.4 lbs!! I knew he was heavy and would joke about lugging my 30lbs kid around, but when I found out he really is 30lbs, he suddenly became heavier! Funny how that works huh!!
We're all looking forward to a three day weekend!! Enjoy!;)
Friday, February 13, 2009
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Busy, busy...
Monty started school about a month ago. He's enjoying what he's studying and still faithfully substitutes about 4 times a week to pay our expenses. I appreciate his willingness to still work even though he's taking about 28 units. I have to say he has an amazing ability to just do what he needs to do without getting worked up. He never asks for sympathy he just does what he needs to do. Thanks Monty for all you do. I have to agree with the kids from Boyd Elementary who think he's 'Mr. Superman'.
Tyler and Kyle are both doing well in school. The other day when I went to pick up Kyle his teacher told me, "Yeah, Kyle needs to go to the bathroom. He's been doing the dance for two hours, but he wouldn't go when I asked him because the bathroom wasn't clean enough." She even tried to send him to the other kindergarten, but he didn't know anyone so he just left the room. I made him go in his classroom before we left! When we got the car I asked him if he flushed. He said, "oh man I forgot!" Yeah, so clean he forgets to flush! Crazy kid!
Another funny Kyle story. So, my brother Greg is going into the military in a few months. He's getting ready for his physical. Him and Monty have been talking about the physical and Greg was talking about how they make you stand in your underwear for a health exam. So, Kyle came to me a few nights ago and said, "Mom, I don't really want to go on a mission." I asked him why and he said, "I heard dad and Tio(Greg) talking about having the stand in a room only in your underwear." I said, "Oh, that's for basic training honey. That's the military, not for a mission." He then replied, "Oh, thank goodness!! I didn't want to do that!" I seriously have the most modest boys on earth!
Last week Trey was sick. He had a fever for 3 days, and on day 3 I finally asked Monty to give him a blessing.(you can only give your kid constant Tylenol so long when you know you have another form of 'medicine' if you will). He did and Trey was better the next morning. I'm so thankful Monty's worthy to have the priesthood and use it to bless our family.
I've been going to the gym 3 times a week. My mom and dad got me a membership to a local gym and my sister in law Veronica and I work out three times a week while my brother, Tio, watches Trey and Kory. It's been a really fun activity! Trey was having trouble with me leaving him, but he's starting to get use to it. Now I hold him when we get there and then after about five minutes he says, "Down. Mom. Gym. Bye" That's my cue to go! When he says it he has tears in his eyes, but a brave look in them as well. Priceless.
Kory is a typical boy! Yesterday on the way to the gym, Kory said, "Mom, I can fart with my mouth!" He then made funny noises with him mouth. What made it so funny was he was totally serious!! He had NO idea it was crude! My friend Jennifer reminded me the day before that it's important to laugh out loud everyday, so I took that time to do just that! Heck, why not!!
Tyler and I are also taking Piano lessons from my mom. She's so patient and kind with us. Tyler is loving it and has a real talent for the piano and I'm enjoying learning again. Tyler even played 'Once There Was a Snowman' for family night Monday.
All is well....all is well.
Tyler and Kyle are both doing well in school. The other day when I went to pick up Kyle his teacher told me, "Yeah, Kyle needs to go to the bathroom. He's been doing the dance for two hours, but he wouldn't go when I asked him because the bathroom wasn't clean enough." She even tried to send him to the other kindergarten, but he didn't know anyone so he just left the room. I made him go in his classroom before we left! When we got the car I asked him if he flushed. He said, "oh man I forgot!" Yeah, so clean he forgets to flush! Crazy kid!
Another funny Kyle story. So, my brother Greg is going into the military in a few months. He's getting ready for his physical. Him and Monty have been talking about the physical and Greg was talking about how they make you stand in your underwear for a health exam. So, Kyle came to me a few nights ago and said, "Mom, I don't really want to go on a mission." I asked him why and he said, "I heard dad and Tio(Greg) talking about having the stand in a room only in your underwear." I said, "Oh, that's for basic training honey. That's the military, not for a mission." He then replied, "Oh, thank goodness!! I didn't want to do that!" I seriously have the most modest boys on earth!
Last week Trey was sick. He had a fever for 3 days, and on day 3 I finally asked Monty to give him a blessing.(you can only give your kid constant Tylenol so long when you know you have another form of 'medicine' if you will). He did and Trey was better the next morning. I'm so thankful Monty's worthy to have the priesthood and use it to bless our family.
I've been going to the gym 3 times a week. My mom and dad got me a membership to a local gym and my sister in law Veronica and I work out three times a week while my brother, Tio, watches Trey and Kory. It's been a really fun activity! Trey was having trouble with me leaving him, but he's starting to get use to it. Now I hold him when we get there and then after about five minutes he says, "Down. Mom. Gym. Bye" That's my cue to go! When he says it he has tears in his eyes, but a brave look in them as well. Priceless.
Kory is a typical boy! Yesterday on the way to the gym, Kory said, "Mom, I can fart with my mouth!" He then made funny noises with him mouth. What made it so funny was he was totally serious!! He had NO idea it was crude! My friend Jennifer reminded me the day before that it's important to laugh out loud everyday, so I took that time to do just that! Heck, why not!!
Tyler and I are also taking Piano lessons from my mom. She's so patient and kind with us. Tyler is loving it and has a real talent for the piano and I'm enjoying learning again. Tyler even played 'Once There Was a Snowman' for family night Monday.
All is well....all is well.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Scary reality!
So, on Friday I got a call from Tyler and Kyle's school informing me of a predator that has been asking kids to get in his car in our district. I was very thankful for the call and praise the district for taking that precaution. In the message they told us to teach our kids again to never get in a car with a stranger. So, I turned off the radio in my car and turned the moment into a teaching moment for Kory, since Tyler and Kyle were still in school. Just out of curiosity I said, "Kory, if you were outside and someone came and asked you to get in their car and they'd take you for a drive what would you say." To which he responded, "I'll tell him Thanks!" I about died! Then I explained to him what he really should do. WE practiced screaming together--NO GET AWAY FROM ME--but he wasn't really into it. I wasn't sure if he really got the importance of what I was trying to teach him, but didn't know what else to say. Realizing the need to teach my kids the importance of being aware of the dangers that are out there, but not scaring them so much they were afraid to live, I stopped. Later, when we went to pick up the kids from school Kory hung onto my leg with all his might. I asked him what he was doing and he said, "I don't want anyone to take me so I'm holding onto you." I felt so bad...maybe I scared him, but at the same time it was something he had to learn.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Six!
Yesterday was Kyle's 6th birthday. We can't believe he's already six. He woke up so excited telling us that his teacher told him he could miss school because it was his birthday only for us to disappoint him in telling him he still had to go. However, his teacher gave him a gift so it wasn't all bad. When he got home we went to dinner at a Chinese food place. We set out ready to get Ice Cream, but after Kyle and Kory both fell to sleep we just drove around for a while and by the time they woke we were hungry for dinner. After dinner we came home and did gifts.
First up was a group hug. As you can see Kyle loved it.
Today my family threw him a party at my parents house. It was really nice. We celebrated our niece Leilani's 1/2 birthday as well. It was a fun night. Kyle blew his candles out with so much care.
Kyle made out like a bandit tonight with gifts from all his cousins. Their gifts were all right on with what Kyle loves. Indiana Jones, Transformers, Legos, Batman...candy. I don't think a kid could be better taken care of. Thanks so much to everyone for coming and sharing this night with Kyle. He went to sleep tonight one happy little 6 year old.
First up was a group hug. As you can see Kyle loved it.Today my family threw him a party at my parents house. It was really nice. We celebrated our niece Leilani's 1/2 birthday as well. It was a fun night. Kyle blew his candles out with so much care.Kyle made out like a bandit tonight with gifts from all his cousins. Their gifts were all right on with what Kyle loves. Indiana Jones, Transformers, Legos, Batman...candy. I don't think a kid could be better taken care of. Thanks so much to everyone for coming and sharing this night with Kyle. He went to sleep tonight one happy little 6 year old.
Oh, I have to mention. The day before Kyle's birthday he was so excited when we got in the car he said, "Yes...I can't wait till tomorrow because then I won't have to use a car seat anymore." So funny kids this young pick up on things like that.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Not going to be a model
Trey's first big fall. However, being the 4th boy we know it won't be his last! He was a trooper, but we're afraid modeling is out of the question now. 
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Happy New Year
Our Family spent New Years doing two memorable activities.
Monty took all 4 boys camping in Lytle Creek. They had such a great time putting up their tent, setting up their sleeping bags, eating hot dogs, making smores, and hanging out by the fire. Monty took such great care of them. Monty said Kyle was funny because he was really worried about bears. When Monty told them it was time for prayer Kyle got all scared, "Why do we have to pray? Is it so we don't get eaten by a bear?" We think he has watched a little to much discovery channel. Kory was scared too, but Monty was able to calm his fears and they all slept peacefully...well, everyone but Monty!:)
This morning he woke up and took them too the Creek. They all enjoyed throwing rocks into the creek and making little boats to float down the Creek.
Five handsome campers!
Monty helping Tyler sail his boat
Trey enjoying throwing rocks into the creek.
Thanks Monty!! You rock!!
I spent the New Year in Fillmore with my parents, brother Greg, and Grandparents. It was a very special trip.
My grandfather is back in the hospital and as he's 86 in just a few days we know our time with him is limited. My parents planned a trip to see him and I knew I had to go. The trip was wonderful. We thought Grandpa might enjoy some Sparkling Apple Cider to ring in the new year and man did he!! 
We all toasted with him and enjoyed seeing a smile on his face.
My Grandma and Grandpa Peterson: Dec. 31, 2008
Monty took all 4 boys camping in Lytle Creek. They had such a great time putting up their tent, setting up their sleeping bags, eating hot dogs, making smores, and hanging out by the fire. Monty took such great care of them. Monty said Kyle was funny because he was really worried about bears. When Monty told them it was time for prayer Kyle got all scared, "Why do we have to pray? Is it so we don't get eaten by a bear?" We think he has watched a little to much discovery channel. Kory was scared too, but Monty was able to calm his fears and they all slept peacefully...well, everyone but Monty!:)
This morning he woke up and took them too the Creek. They all enjoyed throwing rocks into the creek and making little boats to float down the Creek.
Five handsome campers!
Monty helping Tyler sail his boatTrey enjoying throwing rocks into the creek.Thanks Monty!! You rock!!I spent the New Year in Fillmore with my parents, brother Greg, and Grandparents. It was a very special trip.
My grandfather is back in the hospital and as he's 86 in just a few days we know our time with him is limited. My parents planned a trip to see him and I knew I had to go. The trip was wonderful. We thought Grandpa might enjoy some Sparkling Apple Cider to ring in the new year and man did he!! 
We all toasted with him and enjoyed seeing a smile on his face.
My Grandma and Grandpa Peterson: Dec. 31, 2008
Christmas
2008 was a wonderful Christmas. The boys had a great time Christmas Eve with pizza and root beer floats at Mammy and Grandpops. We did 'popcorn popping' for our family talent and strug popcorn lei's. We enjoyed everyone elses family talents as well. Then we exchanged gifts. The night couldn't have been more perfect. Thanks everyone.
Christmas morning Tyler got some Parana game I'm glad Santa found. Kyle got Tinker toys, Kory got a helicopter to match his bat cave and Trey got bubbles. Each of the boys would have been totally happy with just their Santa gifts but were still excited to open the other gifts we were able to get them.
Later Christmas night TJ and Dora came over and brought by gifts for the boys. They got the three older boys 'Naruto' gear. They loved the outfits. They wore them all night over their brand new PJ's.
Trey however was the happiest camper. Check out this gift and Trey's winner smile! He was so excited. While he was opening it he screamed out, "CANDY!!"
We had a wonderful Christmas!!
Christmas morning Tyler got some Parana game I'm glad Santa found. Kyle got Tinker toys, Kory got a helicopter to match his bat cave and Trey got bubbles. Each of the boys would have been totally happy with just their Santa gifts but were still excited to open the other gifts we were able to get them.
Later Christmas night TJ and Dora came over and brought by gifts for the boys. They got the three older boys 'Naruto' gear. They loved the outfits. They wore them all night over their brand new PJ's.
Trey however was the happiest camper. Check out this gift and Trey's winner smile! He was so excited. While he was opening it he screamed out, "CANDY!!"
We had a wonderful Christmas!!