2009 Recap

So last year went by way to fast, lots of changes made and lots of learning. At the beginning of the year Keith made a change in jobs and is now working at the Encoding Center for the Post Office. In May he finished his Associates of Science in Generals at Salt Lake Community College and is now at the University of Utah working towards a Bachelors in Urban Planning. He's taking 12 credits while working, its hard to keep up with the homework but he does it. I'm so proud of him for finishing school!

I worked at America First Credit Union until the first part of November. We then decided that even though it'd be tight financially, it was best to have me at home again. I was able to take a full three months of maternity leave when Caitlin was born. I am so grateful for that chance, it made it easier to go back to work! Now I spend my days trying to keep up with the kids and the house, both of which are never ending.

Jackson is getting so big and independent! He is now in Sunbeams at Church and loves it. He got to give the Scripture during Primary and he was so proud of himself! We are slowly learning the Articles of Faith, he has an amazing memory. I've learned that because of his memory, we have to be even more careful of what songs we listen to. He can pick up lyrics fast! He is such a good brother to Caitlin. We have to watch him though because at times his "helping" can be to much.

Caitlin is growing way to fast, three more months and my baby will be one! I call her my Angel Baby, because she is so happy and content. She is starting to show a very defiant side though, my angel is going to turn into a little whirl wind! Cait is crawling and pulling herself up now, and she just started to shake her head no. Its still cute at this point!

At times I still can't believe that I'm married and have kids. It's been hard doing the whole mom thing while working and helping a husband through school. Tears are shed, tempers rise, there are days when nothing but story telling is done. And I have to admit that there have even been more then a few heated words. I love it though and wouldn't trade it for anything! We have our ups and downs, we learn from it all and try to do better the next time. I've learned so much about myself this last year, I am stronger then I've ever given my self credit for!
I'm so thankful that I have a wonderful family who puts up with me!