Madison had a birthday!!!

Our little girl is 12!!! I can't believe how fast it has gone and I guess I can't say she is little. She is now 12!!! She is in junior high and now is going to mutual. Her first night of mutual was last week on her actual birthday. She had lots and fun and I feel so old now. It hit me the hardest that night when I realized she is old enough for mutual, I can't believe it. She is the best and sweetest girl.

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Some random tidbits about Madison:

1. Nick names: baby (I used to call her that all the time when she was little), Maddy and Medicine

2. She is the sweetest and is such a big help

3. She loves her brother and sister (most of the time)

4. Loves Twilight, team Jacob and team Edward

5. Loves Star Wars and the such

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I remember the day she was born...I was at work when my water broke, I drove myself home while having contractions, called the doctor and family and then off we went. I was only in labor for 8 hours before she was born. I remember watching her take her first breath and how amazing it was. She has been such a sweetie and a blessing since. We love you and Happy Birthday!

Crazy kids!!!

So we signed Marcus up for soccer, that has been an adventure in itself. Some days he will play and most days he won't. I think he might be too young... Jillian decided to climb into the diaper box after our Costco trip and that it was the best thing ever! And Madison is busy with school and her science project! Whew...so busy (just to name a few!) Not to mention Matt busy being in school too. :)

Christmas!!!

Christmas came and went...in a flash!!! We actually celebrated Christmas on Christmas Eve since I had to work, the down fall of working in the medical field. But the kids didn't know the difference and we had a great day. We also celebrated that night with all the family and had a great time. Merry Christmas everyone! I also feel terrible...I didn't send out any Christmas cards this year, things always seem to be hectic and before I knew it, Christmas was here and I was going to attempt to send them out for New Year's...well that of course didn't happen either. Oh well, there is always next year. BTW...look at our poor tree! Only the top half is decorated so that Marcus and Jillian couldn't reach the ornaments and pull them off!

Silly Girls!!!

So in mid-december I missed my nephew's birthday party because I had to work, so sad. But Matt and the kids went and had a good time. I can't believe Austin is 14! Amazing how fast time flies! Everyone had fun including Sarah and Jillian, who are 9 weeks apart and who will hopefully be lifetime friends! Love these girls and their smiles!