A BROTHER FOUND

DARREN SAID I am very excited to let everyone know that Myself, Kyle and Ryan have found our long lost brother.. His name is Derek and he was born in Texas in 1962.. I have known for a while that I had a brother and have even tried through the internet to track him down. I really did not have enough information to find him, just his first name, birthplace, and his mothers maiden name, which was Johnson.. Derek, through information provided by his grandparents, was able to find our blog.. (read the post under our Vegas trip).. Not knowing the circumstances, I stopped looking.. wishing he would find us someday. and with a last name like Dofelmier, I knew it wouldn't take much effort once he knew his birth last name.. I am sure I will have upates for you as we catch up with Derek.. Happy New Year everyone!

Viva Las Vegas

We had such a great time in Vegas. Alot of sightseeing. We didnt do everything that we wanted to but we did see alot. We loved the Bellagio and MGM Grand. The MGM is huge. We kept getting lost. I liked New York and Paris. I was able to treat myself to acrylic nails. I dont usually do things like that for myself but it was a fun treat. Andrea Bocelli was amazing. Our seats werent that good but the sound was unbelievable. He did a tribute to Pavarotti and I think it was better. He has such an amazing voice, I even cried at one point. Darren really enjoyed it too. It was a fun time to get away and spend some time together. We will definitely go back. We didnt go on the ride that I would pee my pants on. It was at the other end of the strip and it was really windy. Im so glad. Anyway Here are some pics. I cant seem to take good pictures with my fat face and all.

Vegas Baby

We are so excited, this weekend Darren and I are going to Las Vegas. He won a 2 night stay with airfare at a golf tournament last summer so we thought we would go. We have always wanted to go and now we get to. And no kiddies. It will be really nice to go away for a weekend just the two of us. We havent done this in a long time. If any of you know of great places to go please let me know. We are staying at the monte carlo hotel. Right in the middle of everything. Darren wants me to go on that ride that hangs off of the hotel, 900 feet from the ground. I told him if he wants me to pee my pants and throw up on him I would go. We really wanted to go see Andrea Boccelli but by the time we went to buy the tickets they were all sold out. oh well. We might go and try and see Hoover Dam. So I will post when we get back. Have a great week everyone.

I have decided to not do pampered chef. I wanted to do something that I enjoy. I have been making some things. I put them up on Etsy.com. Let me know what you all think. Its just for fun. And I dont have to go out and do parties. You can check it out at sweetlittlethings.etsy.com.

A cute bag

I made some bags last summer and just remembered that I had them. They are so cute. They have a little girl playing on them. I was thinking of selling them. I have 3. Im going to put them on Etsy, a website for people who make things and then sell them. If any one is interested, let me know.

Question for all you ladies.

Well, I have to ask you all a question. I have been thinking about selling Pampered Chef and I wanted to get everyones opinion. I just wanted to see if anyone still likes it. Please let me know.

On another note, I am freaking out a little because I found out yesterday that I am hosting Thanksgiving this year. Even though I am nervous I am excited. I have always wanted to do this but didnt think I would get to until later in life. I just want to have everything perfect. We might have from 11-17 people, not sure yet. Im hoping for the 11 not 17. But I will have lots of help so Im sure it will be fine.

Shuttlecraft

Well, remember when I said all I needed was a mini-van. Well we got one. Except it was on the day of Allisons last soccer game. I actually got kind of nervous. I didnt think I was ready for one. I kept looking at a Dodge Durango. But once we got home and put the kids in it I was ok. It was so much easier to put them in. I think I will really like it. We are trying to sell our old car. Its a 2006 focus with only 10000 miles on it. If anyone is interested.

My little Allie Kitten

This year Allison really wanted to be a cat. Well I couldnt really find one so I had to improvise. I must say I have to toot my own horn. I found a ballet leotard and the ears and tail. Then I thought that would be kind of boring, soooo I made a cute litte skirt. I was pretty proud of myself. I thought she looked adorable. She had alot of fun at the fall festival. I even took her trick or treating at a couple of houses on our street. It got me motivated to craft again. I havent done much since we bought the house. Sewing machine, here I come.

Looking for a job

Im looking for a little job. I want to maybe watch 1 or 2 children in my home. If anyone knows anyone please let me know. Things are good around here. We are loving our new house. Alot more space. The kids love the back yard. I have to learn to organize better since there is no garage. There is a shed but I dont want to have to go out there every time we need something little. Anyway, not much else going on. Have a great week.

I am officially a soccer mom

All I need now is a mini-van. We have been having so much fun with Allison in soccer. It is hilarious. Little 3,4,and 5 year olds running after a ball at the same time. She wasnt really into it the first game. She played the last 2 mins. as goalie but after that she has loved it. Some times she plays on the field and then other times all she does is dig in the dirt on the field. She loves her team and her coach. We said we need to take him home with us because she listens to him. He is so patient with all of them. Now I hope she keeps liking it so she can get that scholarship.

Here's our new house

So here is our new house. We get to sign either today or tomorrow. We are so excited. We have a little work to do. Paint, some new lighting, cleaning and so on. But the next two weeks will be crazy. We are moving in two weeks. The process took a long time and we werent sure if we were getting it so I didnt pack much. So thats our new house.

Happy Birthday Adam

Today is Adam's 1st Birthday. I am in awe of how fast it has gone by. We have had a fun year. You are such a blessing and we love you. You have brought such joy to our family. You were our cuddler and our growler. I love you very much and cannot wait for many more years.

Love, Mommy

Baby Journey Update

Im sorry to say that Journey went to be with Jesus last saturday afternoon. Her funeral is this weekend. But please continue to pray for the family. They are still being investigated because of her being so young and her brain being the reason why she died.

Baby Journey

I have a very huge prayer request. Darlene Barbers nieces baby Journey is very sick. She is 5 weeks old. A few nights ago they took her to the hospital with brain swelling. They found that there was an underdeveloped vessel that caused a stroke. I was just told that they are going to remove life support on Saturday. They have a little boy who is confused by all of this. The police were involved also because they thought it might be child abuse. Please pray for this family. They need a miracle.

New House

I know, I know I havent posted in forever but I have been busy alright. Well, I have some news. We put an offer on a house and they accepted. We are so excited. Its in covington but not right next to Walmart. We just found out yesterday so we still have a ways to go. I will update you all when I find out more. Have a wonderful day!!!

Want to win a new flat panel tv?

http://www.5minutesformom.com/2032/insignia-37inch-flat-panel-lcd-hdtv-contest/trackback/

Click on the link and you can enter to win a new tv. I know that if I won Darren would flip out. Hope someone I know wins.

Hello all, I thought I would post some pictures. I have been getting some people upset (uncle Jim). Oh and I posted on my new craft site. The picture is bad sorry. I forgot to rotate the picture and then I couldnt figure out how to do it after. Isnt it still adorable.

Hello everyone, how are all of you? We are good here. I am excited to tell you about my new blog. There isnt anything on it yet but there will be. I started one for all of my crafts and cooking ventures. Its called Crafty Wannabe. I always see these beautiful crafts on these blogs and get so inspired to make my own crafts but they dont always turn out beautiful. So I am always trying to make them better. So check over there every once in a while to see what I've made. Its at craftywannabe.wordpress.com.

On a personal note. We are all doing good. Adam is crawling and standing next to furniture. Allison is still her cute little sneaky self. Darren is busy at work always. And I am taking care of my house, walking with Sarah Hodges, playing in the sun with the kiddies and just having fun. I have to go feed the kids breakfast.

Happy Mothers Day

http://emuse.ebaumsworld.com/video/watch/195

Go to this link. This video is hilarious. I hope everyone has a great Mothers Day.

6 Years

Today my wonderful hubby and I have been married for 6 years. I still cant really believe it. It seems like yesterday I could fit into my pink and white dress. I have had a great six years. He has made me laugh, even when Im mad. I love it that he can make me laugh so easily. He is so loving and warm hearted. I can still remember the day that he proposed. He was so nervous, his voice was so shaky I could hardly understand what he was saying. I absolutely adore my husband!! He is a wonderful father. Allison adores him too. She loves to play hide-n-seek with him. I couldn't have married a better match for me. God definately knew what he was doing. I love you honey and am so excited to spend many, many more years with you.

I tried to put up a picture and realized that Darren and I never get our pictures taken together. I will have to change that.

Ten pounds lighter

I think you can all guess what that means. I have lost at least 10 lbs. I am so excited. I have been doing the South Beach Diet and exercising. I owe most of it to Jessica Cagle. She has inspired me so much. She let me ask all kinds of questions and didn't seem annoyed. We have been working out together alot. It is so much easier to have a workout buddy. I finished the first two weeks of the diet. Yesterday was the first day of phase 2. Phase 1 was difficult, but I know it had alot to do with the weight loss. I feel really good and cleaned out. I dont really crave sugar, i do carbs a little bit but not bad. I fight the temptation to eat a big plate of pasta for lunch like I used to do, I know I will have to do a ton of cardio if I do eat it so that is my motivation. The food on this diet is really great. I can pretty much have anything but differently than I used to. I used to never buy whole wheat pasta. I would buy whole wheat bread. But I would always eat all the bad stuff whenever I wanted. Now I can have a treat and not feel guilty. I like knowing that I am eating good. One thing I dont like is that they want you to eat artificial sweeteners. Im not too big on that. I tried a sugar free pudding last night and even gave it to Darren. It has a wierd after taste. So I think if I want a treat I will have the real thing, just not go over board and only have it once in a while. I wish they made a brown potato like brown rice. That will be hard for me. And they say to stay away from corn. But if I want some corn on the cob this summer, Im having some.
So thank you Jessica for putting up with my questions and wierd phone call when I was having a bad day. I am really glad that we are getting to know each other. It has been alot of fun.

Happy Birthday to Me!!

Well today is my birthday. I know some people hide the fact that it is their birthday but I dont. I love my day. We celebrated on sunday. We went to a little restaurant called Paolo's in kent. We had the family there. It was fun. My hubby got me a new cell phone. I was really excited. I am now in with the cool crowd. I used to have a dinasaur for a phone. You cant even buy it anymore. I love my new one. Its pink. So this morning my mom is taking me and the kids somewhere. Im not sure where but I think it has to do with clothes. So I will let you all know. Oh and Im supposed to say that the exciting thing in my life right now is working out with Jessica. hehe.

Well, not much is happening here. We were sick this weekend. Adam, I think is teething. Im getting over a cold. And Allison has a cold, fever and an ear infection. I wasnt sure what to do. This was her first one. So I took her to the doctor and got some drops. She cried right when the doctor came in because she was wearing one of those masks. But she got a sucker and then she was fine. That was our weekend. Im excited to pick up my parents on thursday night. They have been in Honduras for a month. They love it there. They are planning on moving there someday. Thats about it. We're pretty boring. I just didnt want anyone to say that I haven't posted in a while. When something exciting happens, I will let you all know.

Happy Birthday Allison

Well today is our little darling's birthday. The big 3. Im still in shock. She is such a little sweet heart. She is loving, caring and very funny. She loves to jump and climb. She loves her books and her animals, oh and you cant forget Dora and Boots. She loves to make you laugh. She loves to dance and sing. She loves to comfort you when your sad. She is very creative and I love that. She has brought so much joy to our lives and I thank God for her.

Happy Birthday Babe, Mommy and Daddy love you!!!

Cuties!!

What can I say, my kids are darn cute. I got the perfect shot of Adam as he was drooling wearing sisters hat. Allison already has her own sense of style. I also found one of Adam right as he was spitting up.

Getting in shape

Well, Im going to need some encouragement girls. As you read in my new years resolutions I want to eat healthier and lose my baby weight. So my husband gave me some motivation. He will give me $500 if I lose 22 lbs. I dont have to spend it on anyone else. Acutally he told me I couldnt. I dont really have a date set but Im still thinking about it. But I am determined to do it. So I have started to change my eating habits and I have an appointment with a personal trainer just to give me some basics. So If any of you have any tips or ideas I am open to suggestions. Thanks girls.

Pregnancy is in the air

Ok, I think I have counted 12 people that I know that are pregnant right now.

Jenni
Sabrina
Tammie
Cara G.
Carrie G.
Lynette
Galadriel
Michelle (my sister in law)
Anne
Robin
Emily E.
Nicole

That is alot of babies on the way. If I forgot anyone let me know.

So Embarassed

Ok, now if any of you saw the American Idol last night when they were in Seattle, then you should be as embarassed as I am. I think I might be ashamed to be from here. It was so bad. The people that represented us were horrible and some of them were scary. Anyway, I just thought that I would share my feelings about this issue. Thank you for listening.

Resolutions

Well I wasn't sure if I wanted to put my resolutions on here but I thought that maybe through out the year some of you could remind me of them and see how I am doing. I have never made resolutions but I thought that this year I would give it a try.
1. Seek a deeper relationship with the Lord
2. Lose my baby weight plus 5 lbs.
3. Eat Healthier
4. Learn new recipes
5. Learn to sew from someone
6. Learn to knit from someone (I did this already on Friday)
7. Be more creative (my home, crafts, organizing)

So thats it. I have already started to change our eating habits and work out. I have also started looking at my old cookbooks. So I guess its a start.

In Process

Well, today is officially the beginning of Allison potty training. For a long time she just wouldn't do it. If she did she was on the toilet forever. But yesterday she went a couple of times but I still put a diaper on her. Today I just started her off without a diaper. So far she has been doing good. She goes right when I put her on and she doesnt even want a treat. Its so funny, she will say, I dont hear anything but then she goes she'll say I here it. Anyway, I will let you know about her progress.