Baby Xander is born!

Baby Xander

Baby Xander was born on Wednesday, November 19, 2008.  He is such a mellow adorable guy.  We visited Tobin, Melissa and Xander yesterday and today. I got to hold the little one!  Melissa looks absolutely great.  We watched the Office and talked about Twilight, while Ryan and Tobin played on the computer.  They spent most of their time laughing at crazy you-tube videos.  Whoever thought of you-tube is a genius.  Tobin and Melissa said Grandma Yvonne came to see them yesterday and keeps calling Xander, "Sanders".  She said the other kids are going to call him "Sandy".  How hilarious. 

Ryan took me to see Twilight today per my request- although, I've never read the books.  I was interested in seeing the show and what all of the buzz is about.  Why do all of the girls at work spend hours reading these books?  Now, I know.  Edward is a dream.  The movie definitely helped me appreciate my own husband and the way he treats me.  My life isn't a dream- it's a reality!  What a blessing I have!

Best Knight Ever!!!

OK. So we got to hang out with Jordan, Jonathan, and their friends on the Knight Tour Bus.  I never really pictured myself as an adoring fan, but after last night I just love Jordan and Jonathan.  They were so fun and different than I expected.  Jonathan wasn't shy or really quiet. They both have great senses of humor and we laughed quite a bit.  Jordan was just so cute and hilarious that I think I have a celebrity crush (did I just admit that?). I'm glad we got to meet them and know them.  

We also got to meet Joey when he came in to get some of the Pie and cookies.  He was friendly and admirable, but I felt a bit awkward asking to get a picture with him.  Bummer.

I hope if they come to Utah again I will be able to spend more time laughing with them.  I love their laugh.  By the way, the concert surprised me as well- it was so entertaining and full of fun energy.  I would definitely choose to go again.

Today is brought to you by the letter H

I'm happy.  The upstairs still needs to be put together, but the kitchen is finally moved! I can't believe Grandma will be home next week.  Help!  I sometimes have nightmares of her sleep-walking into our bedroom at night.  Note to self:  Please do not watch scary movies.  We saw a scary movie the other night and I am still scared.  I think about the movie still and can't wait until I forget about it.  We saw the fertility specialist.  So. . . my fallopian tube is blocked.  Ryan does have swimmers but they are not strong enough to make it through the zona pelucida.  Plan:  I get my tube fixed and Ryan works out his kids (i.e., loads them with vitamins, yoga, healthy eating, water, etc.). In three months we'll get the test done again with hopefully better results.

This is a pic of me hiking to Lake Blanche.
No work today!!! Whoohoo! Scripture of the day. . .(it reminds me of work) "For I know that thou wast in bonds; yea, and I also know that thou wast stoned for the word's sake; and thou didst bear all theses things with patience because the Lord was with thee; and now thou knowest that the Lord did deliver thee" (Alma 38: 4).  Sometimes I dread work.  Most days I am not excited to work with the docs I work with.  Wednesday is my fav because I work with Dr Walker.  He likes me. 

We are going to Dr Stowers today to see what our options are.  I'm a bit nervous.  Will he tell us that adoption is our best option?  Will I have to have surgery or go to a fertility specialist (which isn't covered by  insurance, by the way)?  Should I get a second opinion?  This morning when I got up I pictured myself having the cutest little black baby.  I feel at peace, but a little disappointed.

Hello Fall!

Today is such a beautiful day. We are listening to conference on this cold rainy day. I am excited about the new temples which will be built. I think Michael's parents are especially happy about the temple in Rome. I love conference time and am excited for the coming holidays. . . where the air is filled with cinnamon and pine and uplifting holiday music calms my ears. I know that God lives. The apostles are men of God and witness of his beloved son, Jesus Christ. I feel so blessed that there is a conduit from heaven to teach us and help us live with peace in this life.  Today I am making bread.  The kitchen downstairs will be completely cleaned soon and we will finally be moved.