Cruise

I'm back from our Mexican Riviera cruise.  To say it was awesome, amazing, and way too much fun would begin describing my trip.  It was everything and more that I expected.  I want to go again...  tomorrow!

It snowed today...

I had to turn on my heater today.  Its the end of May.  We had snow this morning!  At least its not piping hot!  :) 

In other news, Rachel is mobile.  She does this really cute army crawl thing that's super cute and very efficient!  She also is learning to make new noises.  Fun stuff!  Isabel and Jacob are getting ready for school to be over.  We inherited my mom's trampoline and they are making quick use of it.  Isaac is almost done with Brandon's stuff and we are all excited to have him back!  I've been busy getting doing the usual, trying to tame my yard, and getting ready for our cruise.  Both Isaac and I are super excited for the vacation!

Well, that's us!  I should be adding a few more book reviews this week...  almost done with a couple and have quite a few being delivered soon!  Yay!

New Blog

I've started another blog.  Its my book review blog.  I wanted somewhere to review the many fabulous books I read.  Check it out!!

www.karasmatically.blogspot.com

Life is going pretty well at the moment.  Last week my mother-in-law, Dori, stayed with us and hopefully got spoiled rotten.  :)  That was my goal anyways.  Isabel tested into the gifted program and we're pretty sure Jacob did too... he keeps forgetting to bring home the letter.  Rachel is eating well and so far only dislikes peas... her uncle Richard is very proud.  Isaac is still working hard on Brandon's stuff.  Final deadlines are next week.  I'm experimenting with yummy meals and desserts while trying to lose some of this baby weight.  So far, it seems to be working.  Yay!

April's book, "Spells", came out today.  I get to enjoy looking for it everywhere now!  And I will definitely be watching the NY Times Bestseller list... I hope she stays on even longer this time!  Go April!  :)

Sick and Tired

I'm sick and tired of being sick and tired.  Seriously.  My sweet baby is sick and that's just sad!  :(  My mother-in-law is here this week and we're having a blast!  We took her to sushi last night (yes...stuffed noses and all!) and I think she liked it.  I loved it!  Like always...  I'm hoping to finish planting my garden today.  My friend Lynda is helping me this year so hopefully it will more productive and weed-free!  So, I'll get around to posting some pics soon...  maybe...  :)

Hey...

So, its been a while. So much has been happening! And I know I should be posting on here! Sorry... I'll try to do better...

But... I have remembered to add books! :)

Hmmmm...

I haven't blogged lately. I haven't really felt like it... honestly. But, today seems like a good day to so I guess I will.

I've been busy with normal stuff: kids, baby, house, etc... and I've been trying to decide whether I want to move or not. Isaac got a new job working down in Orem. That's an hour commute one way. Jimmy is okay with all of us moving down south which was very surprising to me, but at the same time not really. If we sell the house, chances of us losing money on it are very good. We could probably buy a nice house at a screaming deal if we choose. But, we are happy in our newly remodeled house. And Richard and Hollie are close. So... its quite the debate.

Luckily I don't have to decide right now.

Crazy Times!

I have a ton of pics from December, Christmas, and our fabulous trip to California. But I don't want to overwhelm my blog with that many pics so I better do some good editing. When I get time...

So, for today, I will share my goals for 2010!

1. Learn to cook new recipes! This includes healthier meals and new desserts.
2. Eat healthier. Mainly eating more fresh foods and whole grains.
3. Read a book a week. I'll be making a list of them over there...>>>
4. Get prepared for nursing school. I start in a year and there are classes, shots, certifications, etc. that need to be completed. Yay!
5. Simplify my yard into a very manageable state. Anyone that has seen my yard understands.
6. Finish the interior of my house. I've had a lot of work done on my house this last year... motivation to get the rest of it done.

So, now it is written and shared. Hopefully my goals will be achieved and enjoyed!

Nov 2009 Pics

Here are some fun pics to highlight our fabulous month of November!


Here's our family picture!


Rachel showing off her swag from our friend Dan Wells book.


More swag for her daddy's webcomic.


Our basement flooded and I did a happy dance!


Snow came to Magna! And Isabel had a blast playing in it.


Jacob did his best to make snowballs in the very non-sticky snow.


Rachel showing off her mom's favorite manga series 'One Piece'. So cute!


My beautiful sleeping baby in her pretty church dress.


Me and my Rachel!


Hanging out with Aunt Hollie!


Great Grandma Moore enjoyed holding Rachel.


Chillin' with Aunt Emily!


Singing around the piano with Granny and cousins. (AZ Thanksgiving)


We thoroughly enjoyed the company, food, and weather while in Arizona for Thanksgiving Weekend!


We got to see the Wambolts!


Isabel loved playing at her Arizona cousins house.


Reading and holding Rachel equals good times for Corbett!


Four generations!!


We had a great month!
:) Kara

October 2009 Pics

Here's some fun pics from October 2009! Its been busy with a new baby, but very fun!

Enjoy!

Playing swords with Grandpa!

Rachel had lots of cuddle time with her Grandpa!

Smiling in her sleep... so precious!

Goofy kids!

Isabel showing off how cute she is in her pants!
(This is quite an unusual sight! She LOVES to wear skirts!)

Jacob loves making hot drinks for everyone.

The kids raked up all the leaves and then had a blast jumping in them!

Isabel is a good little momma!

I love this outfit!! So cute!

Jacob was Luffy, from One Piece, for Halloween. His Granny made his costume and I created the hat!

Isabel was Rosetta, from Tinkerbell, for Halloween. I made her costume.

Good times for all!
:)

Rachel's Birth

I am FINALLY posting pics of Rachel's birth! Enjoy!

Playing cards while waiting for Rachel to arrive!

Here she is! With her dad!

So Cute! 7 pounds 8 ounces and 19.5 inches long!

Proud daddy, big brother, and big sister!

Granny got to welcome her newest grandchild into this world!

Jacob gets to FINALLY hold his newest little sister.

Ryan and Lynda watched Jacob and Isabel at the hospital so they could be there right after Rachel was born.

Lynda and Ryan had a good time with ALL our kids! :)

Aunt Hollie got to watch Rachel be born! It was great!

Uncle Richard came soon after Rachel was born!

Isabel and Jacob were very happy to be with their mommy at the hospital!

Our beautiful girl!

Isaac got to give Rachel her first bath!

Isabel loves holding her little sister!

So does Jacob!! He can't seem to hold her enough!

Rachel Trina Stewart! So cute!

Time to go home!


Everything went so well and Rachel is such a good baby! I've been really good at resting and recovering... but I am ready to be done! :) More pics soon...