Disneyland and Seaworld!

We recently went to visit Jon in San Diego. The kids and I were so excited because it had been awhile since we had been together as a family. Bailey cried the whole trip out there because she had an upset stomach so that made our six hour trip into a nine hour trip. When we finally got there Jon knew we would be worn out and that I would be cranky:), so he had surprises for us. He got me a card with candy and Bentley a new pack of cars. That weekend we went to Seaworld to get some use out of our year passes. I am such a kid at heart because I have always loved sea animals and get so excited to go. It was a blast and both kids enjoyed being out. That week we also visited the park lots and went to the beach. Lets just say Jon and I both realized going to the beach isn't as relaxing as it used to be when we didn't have kids. Bailey cried most of the time and bentley kept running off chasing after birds. Oh well, what can ya do right. The following week Riley, Jons business partner and his wife arrived in town. They found us half price tickets to Disneyland and California Adventure so we got to go do Disneyland as well. The best part is that Leesa got an access pass so we got to go to the front of every line. We were definitely spoiled our first visit there and all of us had a blast at the most magical place in the world:) For Memorial Day we went to the beach again and had a bonfire. The boys surfed while the girls chatted and ate pizza. We had a wonderful visit with Jon! The bad part is I still have a bad back and it got worse while in San Diego. I am still trying to solve my pain issues. After I got back I was able to see my back surgeon Dr. Crandall. He is going to try epidural shots and if that doesn't work, I will be going in for back surgery Again! Jon is almost half way through another summer of sales work. He loves to work out, surf, and his the healthy eater in our family. Bentley is a trooper and has been pretty good since Jon has been away. He has started throwing more tantrums and acting like a two year old since coming back from this last trip. I pray every day to keep my patience with him. He is very particular and has to have something when he wants it. He loves playing with his cars still and is developing quite the imagination. I love him so much and my favorite time with him is when he will cuddle up to me and let me give him big hugs and kisses. He loves to read and draw his name. He also still loves bathtime but he doesn't like swimming in the big pool yet. I am thinking about potty training soon but I don't know if I have the energy right now:). Bailey is a perfect angel. She still brightens my days with her smiles and I love her so much. She is SIX months now. These pics will be of her when she is 5 months but I can't believe how fast time flies. She loves to watch her brother play and loves to visit. She can almost sit herself. She hates the Bumbo chair but loves her play mat and rolling around on the floor with her toys. She is teething right now, so she is always drooling. She eats rice cereal and Oatmeal. I am getting ready to try fruits and veggies. I am so thankful for my little family and I have really gained a strong testimony lately of the saviors strong love and support of my family. I am so thankful for church leaders, family, and friends who are so kind to us and have helped us through this difficult time of living apart.

Easter and other happenings!

Our sweet angel at 4 mos.

Bailey loves her grandma Curtis!

Bentley boy!

My little family with their easter baskets

Jon and the kids before church. I love this pic bc it shows how active they are now. I was unable to make it due to a hurt back:(

My two sweet angels

Peek a boo

Jon and our princess!

Bentley with his cousins gathering up their easter loot they found

Bailey even found an egg too!

Bentley searching high and low for the eggs

The three musketeers. These boys get so wild when they are together.

Sweet girly

Bailey and I getting ready to go to a bridal shower.

Grandma Curtis and Bailey

I love dressing her in little outfits.

My handsome boy!

Bentley loves his cousin Belle. She is so kind to him.

The two wild boys riding horses at the Adair property after taking family pics.

My two handsome boys!

All the girls

Bailey and Mommy!

My parents and all the grandkids

My good friend kelsee Brady-Bradshaw. She was so sweet to invite us out to her ward rodeo and we had so much fun!

Alot has happened since I last wrote. Jon has moved to San Diego to work for the summer. His business is doing well and they have a great team of guys working for them. It always bring lots of heartache, tantrums, and trips when he is away. He left beginning of april and came back for Easter and his Birthday. Unfortunately he also had to come back because I have thrown out my back again and needed extra help. We tried our best to enjoy him while he was here but he mostly just had to take on my responsibilities along with working long distance as much as possible. He took Bentley to see a movie and then he and I went to dinner and got pedicures since it was about the only thing I could do with my hurt back. I made him his favorite, angel food cake, and we sang happy birthday and opened gifts at my parents. We miss him so much and Bentley is so sad without his dad and hero here. Back to my back.... I was unable to get up or down, go to the bathroom on my own, or bend over to pick anything up. After a few weeks of Physical Therapy I am doing a little better and can do a lot more on my own which is good. The bad thing is that I have constant pain in my back and left leg due to nerve damage and sciatica. I am trying to remain optimistic but it is hard having Jon gone and relying solely on my family, ward members, and friends. My mom is my angel and has slept over with my kids and I, and taken care of us during the days at her home. She is a busy women and a saint for adding all of my family duties to her own. I love her more than words can describe and am so thankful for her. I am not sure what to do from here, but I hope another back surgery is not in my future. Bentley is growing so fast. He is turned into the cutest little boy. Sadly his manners have slipped and he is confused because dad is gone and I can't even pick him up or play with him like I used to. He even calls my dad "dad" even though I always say noooo thats grandpa. He just hears everyone else call him dad so I think he just follows suit. Nonetheless, I worry how Jon being gone will affect him long term. He loves to play with cars, and be outside. He also enjoys watching movies and interactive cartoons. He is talking a lot more as well. He loves to read books and blow bubbles. He is a very routined boy! That is saying it lightly. He has to do everything a certain way, like eating, going to sleep, putting on his shoes, or we have to start all over. I do like routines but he is OC big time. I have to kiss his lips nose and eyes in the right order before he goes to sleep or he freaks out. It is cute in some ways, but annoying in others. Overall he is very mannered and picks up toys if I ask him, and helps me with Bailey. I love him so much. Bailey is so active I feel she would walk if her legs could hold her. She loves to play with toys, be talked to, roll over, stare at herself in the mirror, gibber jabber, be outside, and watch her big brother play. These two will be such great friends! Bailey has started eating rice cereal. It is quite hilarious because sometimes without warning she will spit it back out at you. She has learned how to make noises with her tongue and she has really started being more vocal. It is so fun watching her grow but of course sad to see my tiny infant getting so chubby and tall. She is an angel and so much fun to visit with. I couldn't ask for a better baby. She practically sleeps through the night and only cries if she has a stomach ache or wants to be changed. She also loves to play with her toes. She will grab them and play with them for long periods of time. She is so entertained by them. Sadly after many breast infections, and then now my back going out on me, I can no longer feed my bailey girl. I will miss those quiet moments shared but I know its not the end of the world either.... even if it may feel like it for awhile:) Overall we are doing great but wish we could go visit Jon. I am unable to sit for long periods of time so I pray that my back will cure itself so we can make a visit out to see him. I also want to say how greatful I am for the gospel in my life. The knowledge that I have has really helped me get through some tough times and I am thankful for the growing that has occured. I only hope to be able to serve others as they have served me. Hope everyone is doing great!

Bailey 3 months

Aunt Heidi with Bailey

Sleeping Beauty

Jon and Bentley. First swim of the season!

Bentley loves to swim with his cousins

Bailey meeting her second cousin Cali. Little girls are so precious.

Both grandma's holding eachother's grandbabies

The princess in her throne:)

Love those pouty lips

Bentley loves Uncle Tyler and was excited to visit him at work.

We went to Ned's with the Neilsen clan. They are so much fun and their little girls are so good to play with Benltey

Getting big!

3month photo shoot.

My smiley girl!

sucking on those fists

Bailey is our little princess. She brings so much joy to us and her smile is so contagious! We enjoy her little spirit and the personality she has. She is so sweet and coo's and gaaa's all the time now. She is growing up way to fast. She must have hit a growth spurt because in the last few weeks she has really filled out and is getting chunky. She loves to suck on her hands, look at color mobiles or cartoons, watch her brother play, and visit. She even has a giggle when you tickle her. She is now wearing her 3-6 month clothing. By this age bentley was already in 6-9 month clothing. They will be such great friends because Bentley is such a great big brother. He will bring her toys to play with, gold fishies(even though she cant eat them:)), and he even trys to feed her bottle to her and wipes her mouth if he spills. These two kids are angels and I am so lucky to be their mom. Bentley is starting to really become independent and want to do things on his own or on his own terms so he has definatley tried my patience lately but he is also so polite and has the softest little voice.