March 30

1. Jayne filling up a sippy cup for Ryder and waiting by the door for him to come over. She talks about him all day long. 2. I checked out Abbie from school 30 minutes early so that she could stay with Jayne while she was asleep and I could go to EM's track meet. 3. Watching Em run. She took 2nd on her 4x1 to the 9th grade team, and then 4th in her 400 and 3rd in her 200. She was disappointed but I was still proud of her. If she just wouldn't get so nervous. 4. Dick Harmon speaking to the boys about Jimmer at Pack Meeting. Max loved it! I love Jayne saying Jimmo Jimmo over and over again while he was talking. 5. Jason helped put bars in the Cooks house all night and Emilee helped clean their house. Glen is in the hospital and my heart so goes out to that family. 6. Jason stayed up late making Abbie her simple machine ( a make shift well that he painted red)and then worked on getting our computer working until 1:30 AM. I helped Max make his book report poster. I am looking forward to a break in homework, hurry up Summer!

March 29

1. Making Jason, Abbie, & Max lunches today. Abbie asking me to stick an extra gogurt in her lunch so she could give it to a boy. What will I do with her? 2. Jason had a perfect day up snowmobiling with his friends. So glad he made it home safe. I getting sick every time he goes and pray all day long for his safe return. 3. Making Abbie's book report out of a can, buttons, yarn, & and some pom poms. She loved it. 4. The French's for letting my girls go over for Malts. They LOVE it. 5. A call from Kelly to check on me and her ideas of what can help. So nice that she is thinking of me.

March 28

1. Crazy Hair Day!!! This is as big as Halloween at our house. My kids have been counting down the days. We pulled out the red gel that we've had for 10 years, the black spray paint, and some pipe cleaners and went to town. They were all so happy. Max debated weather to put a U crossed out on his head and then last minute changed it because he didn't want Miss Bybee to think he was "negative." My tub is completely red tonight after of their baths. 2. Minimal day so I went to lunch with Christy while Emilee and her friends stayed with Jayne. Wow is she an example of a strong women. I need to stay close to her. 3. That I am happily married to a man who loves and respects me. 4. Family Skate Night. Wow is it always a circus! The kids had the time of their lives with their friends. I loved sitting with Jayne and giving her 200 kisses. Then we would hold hands and run around the rink pretending to skate. We took a car LOAD of kids and stopped at Taco Amigo after for ice cream cones. 5. Watching Emilee and Dillon snowball, and Abbie telling me that she was "this close" to getting asked my Jo Jo. If only she had stood in the right spot, she was sure he would have. Thank Heaven's Dillon asked her to snowball too! I think I heard about Jo Jo for at least one hour after it was all over.

March 27

1. Jayne went to nursery and didn't cry!!!!! 2. Jason's testimony and the great Missionary Month testimony meeting. Abbie and Lucy bore their testimonies. 3. BBQ ribs for dinner. 4. The Nelson's for printing Emilee's report late tonight so we didn't have to go clear down to Jason's office. 5. Julie, Sue, and Kelsey for helping me teach RS today so that I didn't have to!!!!

March 26

1. Waking up with hang over after Jason and I took an excedrine PM at 1:00 a.m. because we couldn't sleep. It was hard getting up for Max's early morning game. 2. A yummy blueberry breakfast at Tanyas & presidency meeting. 3. A Costco run with Jason and Jayne. 4. Birthday Shopping with Emilee and going to the YW's broadcast with her. I love having one on one time with her. I loved to see her think about her money and pick out just what she wanted. 5. Late night Red Lobster with friends.

March 25

1. Deciding last minute to head up to SLC with Jason for a tax meeting and lunch. Z-tjas yummy lobster taco's. Nothing I'd rather do spend an afternoon with Jason!!! 2. Jeanette for taking Lucy and Meagan for me (again) after I told Shauna I'd watch Meagan. I love that I can call her for help. 3. Being the witness couple again at the temple. Jason being able to read me without talking and sitting across from me. I am so lucky to have him. 4. Dinner at the French's with the ward. Spilling the chicken all over me as Jason and I drove over. 5. Coming home to house full of girls and a few boys outside waiting for them and my 3 little girls over at the Yarro's. Some babysitting. Em's friends stayed and played phase 10.

March 24

1. Jayne had an early nap when I really needed her to! 2. Lunch with friends for Jeanette's Birthday. I love Jeanette! 3. Emilee's first track meet! She did awesome. I was so nervous for her because she was SO nervous!! She took 2nd place in all 3 of her races and I was so proud of her. I love that she is having fun. She wanted to keep her track jersey on all night to show everyone it. 4. Having the Taylors, Yarro's and McSpadden's to sit and cheer with. 5. Everyone coming over to watch the BYU game. It was such a heart break that they lost in over time. I love Jimmer! (It was fun to have my brothers and mom and dad here.)

March 23

1. Emilee going to the Rivers tonight for her Missionary discussion and dinner. I am proud of her being so brave. 2. Going as a family to the mall to get Emilee clothes for her track meet and letting everyone pick out a surprise for straight A's. Jayne wanting Taco Bell!! 3. Staying up late helping Emilee work on her Natural Curiosity Project. 4. Eating lunch out on the basketball court with Shauna and the little girls. 5. Jayne loves playing with Ryder while I go to help in Lucy's class.

March 22

1. So many hugs and kisses from my kids telling me that they are glad I am home. Lucy drew me 25 pictures this morning.
2. Emilee got herself up this morning at 4 a.m. and left to the temple at 4:30 to do baptisms for the dead. I am so proud of her for being so responsible!!!!
3. Taking dinner to McSpadden's. Marlee is in the hospital. Hope she gets better quick.
4. Having the "Missionary's" over for dinner for Missionary month. Max wrote a welcome to Alabama sign on the table that was so cute.
5. Bryston DeLeuw is such a cute kid. I so want for him to stay here, get baptized, and go on a mission.
6. They taught our kids the plan of salvation. We are so lucky that we have that knowledge!
7. Lucy being completely in love with the Jaxon and Bryston and laughed hysterically and showed off the whole night.
8. Raspberry Bread Pudding.
9. Jason cleaned up the whole kitchen and told me to not come in and help.

March 21

1. Mom's Corner Bakery breakfast in the room.
2. A quick haircut.
3. Ben and Jerry's ice cream at the airport.
4. Mom rubbing my back throughout the 10 hour trip home.
5. The Ukrainian lady we helped at the Detroit airport.
6. Coming home to a clean house and a happy family. Jason did awesome as mom.
7. Jeanette and Wendy for helping with Lucy and Jayne.
8. A great weekend with my 3 best friends.

March 20

1. Yummy waffles and strawberries for breakfast.
2. Jamie getting all of the kids looking so cute for church in no time.
3. Heath's great talk and holding Millie on my lap during sacrament.
4. Our adventure into downtown. Kelly's windshield wiper broke in a down pour on the freeway and we couldn't see a thing. Jamie took the wheel and Kelly worked the gas and we pulled off. After being lost for a bit we found a Jiffy Lube and some nice guys helped fix it.
5. Our fun and amazing experience in downtown Chicago. Walking in the chilly weather and seeing the river and the silver bean.
6. Heath surprising us with theater tickets.
7. Dinner at Joe's after. Crab and all of our yummy sides.
8. Walking back and finding the robot man.
9. Staying up late talking and not wanting to have the trip end.

March 19

1. Jamie getting right on task to get us massages scheduled.
2. A quick sandwich on the way.
3. One of the best massages I have ever had. Kelly's face when she saw her masseuse call her name.
4. Shopping & frozen yogurt. Seeing Jamie in her element. I think I could shop like her if I only looked like her. Thank heavens she helped us all.
5. Meeting the Thompson family for dinner at the hibachi grill. Kade in the car.
6. Seeing Kelly's adorable and happy home. Her amazing living room furniture.
7. Watching BYU play the game of their life.
8. Jamie doing every one's hair.
9. Texts from Jason.
10. Talking to Maizie and Millie and tucking them in bed.
11. Plucking McKinnley's eyebrows.

March 18

1. A whole day to talk with my mom on our journey to Chicago.
2. Arriving and giving Kelly and Jamie a big hug. Kelly went to the wrong airport and maneuvered her way around the busy city of Chicago. Jamie rode shotgun and worked the gps and the other drivers.
3. Checking in to the Hyatt and Jamie checking out the concerts. She was telling everyone that there was something big going on at the hotel.
4. Dinner at Maggio's. Jamie singing Happy Birthday to some ladies for our booth. Laughing hysterically at Jamie's invention and Kelly's mouthwash comment.
5. Competitions in the fitness room.
6. Macadamia turtles.
7. Nicole for helping me with my girls.
8. All being together!

March 17

1. My old ripped green sweats that I had to put on this morning so my bum didn't get pinched.
2. Shamrock pancakes.
3. A surprise early morning knock from my mom. I forgot about Abbie's special tutoring session. It made her day! Mom came with enchiladas, salad, & cookies for my family while I am in Chicago. She is the most thoughtful person I know. She made them while having the flu this week. I love her!
4. Monte Cristo's and another victory by the Cougs.
5. Lucy seems to be feeling better. I hope everyone stays healthy while I'm gone!

March 16

1. Taking Emilee over to her friends at 6 AM so that she could kidnap one of her friends for her birthday and take her to breakfast. She was so excited and up at the break of dawn getting ready. I'm grateful she has so many friends.
2. Making deviled eggs early in the morning for our Relief Society Tea tonight. Who eats those things? Yuck! My house hasn't smelled the same.
3. I got brave and called Mrs Howell and didn't go help in Lucy's class today. She was home sick again and I couldn't get there.
4. Our Relief Society Service Groups. I loved listening to all the things our ward did to serve this past month. The Red Velvet cake balls were delicious and I thought the night was a success. I love our Bishop! I admire him in so many ways!
5. Jason stayed home with the kids and made spaghetti for dinner. Then he decided to make St. Patrick's day cupcakes with the kids. He had to go to Walmart twice for ingredients he needed. I came home to happy kids, a clean kitchen and yummy cupcakes. I love you Jay!

March 15

1. Getting lots of RS stuff done today.
2. A bed for Lucy made with a camping pad, so she can sleep right next to us while she doesn't feel good.
3. Jason handles all of our money and pays our bills!
4. His determination to be Debt Free!
5. Laying on a blanket outside and soaking in the sunshine. Lucy and I played our guessing game. I can always stump her.

March 14

1. I still haven't had the flu. This time I am knocking on wood. Please let me make it through this week healthy! Mom I am praying for you!
2. It is now Lucy's turn to be sick. She is a pretty good trooper when she is sick.
3. No school today. We had a slow start . We brought the "Teach me how to Jimmer" song and had it playing all morning as we got our jobs done.
4. Gewondjan's let us use their Gym down stairs to film Emilee's Spanish movie. It was fun to watch her and her friends. I'm glad that it's done!
5. KC for doctoring Abbie's thumb. Abbie was taking a RS paper to her for me and when she got out of the car she smashed her thumb in the car door. She yanked it out and pulled the skin right off her thumb as well as probably broke it. It is purple, bruised, and very swollen.
6. A perfect night to remember. Max's game, a special family dinner at Sakura, I will never forget how much the kids loved every second of it, coldstone, and a great FHE lesson about pride from Jason. I love my family! I love Jason... he is the best dad!
7. Running into Steve VanBuren.

March 13

1. Jayne is feeling better. She woke up with a smile and back to her normal self.
2. While Jason and I were at ward council this morning Jayne had a messy diaper. She took matters into her own hands and decided to change her bum. She took off the poopy diaper threw it into the bathroom garbage, tried to put on a clean one, and when that didn't work she left that one (now gross) on the ground and just put back on her jammie pants, poopy bum and all. The best part was Jason was the one who found the mess and cleaned it all up.
3. Jayne wakes up on Sunday mornings asking to go to her daddy's class. He takes her and it is so nice!
4. The Taylors invited us over for dinner tonight after church. I love Ray's cooking- I can't even pronounce what he made. Some Tongan food ... fish,terro leaves and corn beef, fried fish. Elle had name tags on the table for us all. They are great friends!
5. Getting to see Lewis and Muriel before they move. I hope all goes well for them.

March 12

1. Another gathering for the final Mountain West Conference game. Pizza and loads of treats. Too bad it wasn't worth watching.
2. Max had 2 games today. Because BYU was losing so bad it wasn't so hard to leave early to his game.
3. Once the kids were in bed Jason and I snuck out for a last minute late night date. I need my once a week dates with him.
4. Our big screen and basement for fun gatherings.
5. Jayne singing "Teach me how to Jimmer & You got Jimmered."

March 11

1. The sunshine makes me so happy!
2. Sitting outside watching all the kids play basketball.
3. All of the neighbor kids came over after school and decorated our house with blue and white Crete paper for the BYU game. They hung up Jimmer signs and got ready for the big game. We made taco's and peanut butter bars and had a house full of fans to watch the game. The Yarro's, The Carters, The Staheli's and every neighbor kid around was here.
4. Jimmer didn't disappoint!! 52 points and a victory against New Mexico.
5. A late night run to the doctors for Jayne. She is so sick and lethargic. She has slept for days and doesn't move. She's has me nervous. The lame doctor told me that she was sick. Yep, she is! I hope she feels better tomorrow.

March 10

1. Grandma Clark came over early this morning before school to help Abbie study her spelling words and read. She has decided to be Abbie's special little tutor. Abbie was so excited this morning waiting for her and felt so special. I know this will be something that Abbie will never forget! It was nice to not even have to worry about her spelling last night. Mom brought some hot yummy bread with her right out of the oven. I have had several pieces throughout the day.
2. I checked out Max today to come home and watch the BYU tourney game with me. Jason had a busy day with a bid so he couldn't come home.
3. Shauna showed up with her boys and we made a party out of it. She brought pizza and treats!
4. It was about 70 degrees today. BEAUTIFUL!
5. Matt is up at Wallsburg!

March 9

1. Jason came home and told the girls that their mom was going to take them somewhere really fun tonight. He suggested Classic Skating or to the Lehi Pool. My back was hurting and I was dragging my feet. Staying home was fine with me! With a little persuading we ended up at the pool and it was one of my favorite nights of all nights! Jason and Emilee went to a YM/YW missionary month activity together and Max went swimming with the scouts. So it was just me and the 3 little girls.
2. The girls packed up their stuff at lightening speed and were in the suits and waiting in the car. Once we got there they ran all the way inside SO EXCITED!!
3. I loved watching Abbie and Lucy play together. If there wasn't anyone else in the world but each other, they would be perfectly happy. They laughed and swam together like best friends. They went down the slide 200 times, and came up each time laughing like it was the first.
4. Jayne wasn't sure she liked it. I don't know if it's because she is still trying to feel better or if it was because she hadn't been swimming in forever. Either way I just sat with her on my lap the whole time. She stayed entertained by watching her two big sisters.
5. Oreo shakes at JCW's. Abbie has never been so excited when she saw how big they were.

March 8

1. My mom came over this morning and gave me the best and longest massage. I love having her here and her advice.
2. A call from my visiting teachers to check on us.
3. Staying in my sweats all day. I actually even had a 2 hour nap. That hasn't happened since I was in kindergarten.
4. There are buds on my trees and green sprouting up in my planters. I am ready for spring!
5. Jason finally got a new phone. Maybe he will now answer my calls and read my texts.

March 7

1. More quite time with Jayne laying on my chest. I love that she asks me to take a nap by her.
2. A clean laundry room.
3. After some serious hesitation, Jason said yes to Max signing up for BYU's basketball camp. I'm excited for him. Now he better get busy earning his money.
4. Jason had a rough game tonight! He couldn't get a shot to drop for ANYTHING! I could see how frustrated he was but he kept trying. With 1 second to go, the teams were tied up. The ball came to Jason and he threw up the last shot it and it finally went it. I loved his expression!
5. We made it home safe tonight. After Max's late night game in Springville the roads were icy and I was scared to death. I think I said 5 prayers between the ride to and from. I love nights with my whole family!

March 6

1.  A day at home holding my sick little Jayne.  It was kinda of nice to have the house picked up and dinner on the table when everyone walked in from church.

2.  A surprise stop by from Grandma  and Grandpa Clark.  My kids were all so excited to have them here that they told them and showed them everything they have ever known.  Lucy sang her patriotic songs and ran across the house like dash, Abbie showed off her states and capitals and then dressed like a black ninja and did karate???, Em showed off her new track shoes,  and Max told them all about his basketball and baseball.  Nothing like a little showing off for your your grandparents.

3.  We started reading Dave Ramsey tonight.

4.  Watching the Count of Monte Cristo with Jason.

5.  Erin is having a little boy and everything looked good in the ultrasound. 

March 5

1. A day without any games. It felt weird.
2. A clean garage! Thank you Jason.
3. A massage and an adjustment. I didn't even know that I was scheduled for a massage but it sure was nice.
4. Outback and Coldstone with Carters. Texting Kirstin.
5. Jayne and her big girl panties. She refuses to wear diapers anymore but can't figure out how to use the bathroom either. We have had many accidents. Tonight I came home to Jayne completely naked hanging out with Max. I'm so lucky to have kid who take care of each other.
6. Going to take a blanket and meals to Glen. Heaven please help that family!! Life is so not fair.
7. Abbie has been to 3 parties in 24 hours. I love to see her with all of her friends. Tonight she looked so cute all "blinged" up for her party tonight. I'm glad she is happy.

March 4

1. Abbie had a bunch of little friends from school over tonight for a late night. We hauled them all to Max's game, had pizza and then tried to tune them out so my blood pressure didn't go up to high.
2. The Adjustment Bureau with Yarro's and Nelsons. And yes, I did stay awake Matt!
3. Being able to text Em when I need to get a hold of her.
4. Having a 2 year old!
5. Weekends!

March 3

1. Max is back to school.
2. The kids showing me their dance moves at dinner. They had me laughing so hard.
3. We made 25 frozen meals tonight for families in our ward. I love my neighbors! Everyone brought over ingredients and we had a lot of fun.
4. Making Max's fossil jello tonight.
5. Abbie knows all of her states and capitals!!!

March 2

1. Good Doctors to help my kids when they are sick.
2. Laurie for giving Max samples of the Tamaflu to help him feel better!
3. Another day spent with my toad. We went to 5 guys for lunch with Jason and then of course to the Provo Bakery after. It's not good to have lunch with Jason because I end up eating way to much!
4. I made it out of the mall with Ryder and Jayne. I have told Jason several times lately that I wish Jayne had a twin brother. I think the Lord showed me today why he only sent me one. I took them both to the mall to play on the tree while Jeanette was helping at the school. Ryder took off clear to the other end of the mall and after I grabbed Jayne and tried to chase him I couldn't catch him. By the time I finally caught him at the other end I had completely peed my pants.
5. I went to the Chiropractor and I think he is going to be able to help me.
6. Missionary Month has started and tonight we went with Emilee to the MTC night. She got her call to Ecuador. I hope this will be a good experience for her!

March 1

1. Yeah, March is here!! Which means we are heading towards warmer weather and longer days!
2. It felt like Spring today. The sunshine was so beautiful that we had to take full advantage of it and headed to the Discovery park. Jayne, Lucy, Max, and I had the best afternoon! I loved watching them all play together so good, listening to them laugh, and feeling the sun on my face. It was as if Jayne was rediscovering the park for the first time. We were having such a great time that we stayed way past the time for Lucy to go Kindergarten. I pretended that I lost track of time when I actually knew full well that school was starting and just enjoyed the moment. (Lucy did eventually make it to school, just over an hour late.)
3. A rootbeer freeze at Taco Amigo with the kids after the park.
4. Getting all of Max's homework done during the day instead of rushed at night.
5. Emilee made the sprint team!!!!! Jason and I went over to watch her tryouts and wow is she lightening fast. She had the 2nd fasted time in all the 7th, 8th, & 9th graders. We were the only parents in the stands, and when her friends asked her why we were there I heard her funny response. "Hello, have you met my dad? Do you really think he would ever miss something like this?" It made me laugh and happy. I'm glad she knows that we wouldn't miss it for the world! Jason called us 3 times just on way over to the school telling us to hurry!!! He wanted her there early stretching out and didn't want her to miss a thing. It's going to be fun to watch her this spring!!

February 28

1. Mom and Dad have been married for 39 Years today. I love them. My mom has always been the best example to me of being a great wife. I hope Jason and I can have 39 happy years of marriage.
2. I spent a full day with Max. Last night while Jason and I were in bed I told him how grateful I was for healthy kids. I was telling him that no one had really been sick this winter and what a blessing it was. Of course he responded "knock on wood." I didn't and Max came in my room early this morning crying with a fever. We had a fun day together anyhow. I rented Megamind, helped him with homework, and watched him shoot baskets for a bit. I LOVE that kid.
3. Brooke H. brought over yummy red velvet cupcakes to tell me thank you for breakfast on Saturday. She is always so thoughtful!
4. I LOVE Jason! He came home from work, took one look at me and told me to lay down and then he rubbed my back. We all went to his first tournament game tonight and he was awesome. No one can stop him underneath.
5. Going with Emilee to pick out new track shoes. She says they are "sick". Track tryouts are tomorrow and my fingers are crossed. She needs something to love and keep her busy.