31 weeks and counting!

Jamie had a doctor appointment today following her foray to the hospital Saturday night. The doctor wants her to limit her activity so she doesn't go into labor too early. Of course, that would be bad for the little guy inside. Here's a picture of how big he is getting. He's measuring 33 weeks and three days. For those of you who aren't math majors, that's two weeks ahead of schedule :p

We are Proud of You!!

Report cards came out this week and we just wanted to recognize our boys on a job well done!! Brandon is in the 4th grade and has earned all A's! He is pictured here with some legos he bought with his reward money. Steven also did very well, he got all 4's except for one 3!! He loves school and loves his teacher! He is pictured on his new bike he got for his birthday on Jan. 5! We just want the boys to know that we are proud of them and are greatful for there example to their younger sisters and soon to be brother!!

Amy is getting married!

So my sister Amy is getting married. She got engaged a couple of weeks ago. Originally, she was going to get hitched on February 13, but they moved the date up to December 30 for "logistical" reasons. Or so she says. Wink, wink. Her sealing is at 3:00 p.m. at the Mount Timpanogos LDS Temple.

The Christmas Tree and the Zoo

I'm posting this as one blog entry for convenience. The Christmas tree and the zoo really have nothing to do with each other. But I'd hate for anyone to have to scroll down to find a separate new post :)

As yesterday was the day after Thanksgiving, we set up our Christmas tree. Here I am, lifting Kaylin up to put the star on top.


Unfortunately, the tree couldn't support the weight of the star.

After a few minor adjustments...


Voila! A perfectly decorated Christmas tree (if we do say so ourselves)


As for the zoo...

The day before Thanksgiving, while I was slaving away at the office, Jamie took the kids to Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake. They had a blast. When they saw the Cougar, theystarted chanting BYU, BYU! I've raised them well :) Here are a few pics:

Nice Job, Hall. NOT!

BYU was good enough to beat the Utes today. Unfortunately, Max Hall blew it for the rest of the team. 5 Interceptions and a fumble. Even though the defense didn't play well, Hall didn't give them a chance .When the other team score 28 points off turnovers, you aren't going to win very many games. What's real disappointing is that even after the third turnover, we still had the opportunity to take the lead. Then the fourth turnover happened. Then the fifth. Then the game was pretty much over. I guess there is always next year. Now I know how a Jazz fan feels after then end of every season.

The Holy War!

BYU@ Utah. This Saturday afternoon. Two teams. One undefeated. One with a sole defeat. A BCS bowl, the conference championship, and bragging rights on the line. Only one will emerge victorious. For your viewing pleasure (or pain, depending on your perspective), here is one of the greatest moments in the BYU v. Utah rivalry:
2006, at Utah. BYU trailed by 4 with over a minute to play. Methodically, they marched down the field. On the eleven yard line and three seconds left in the game, the Cougars had one last chance for a touchdown, and to stop a four-year losing streak to the Utes. "Snap to John..."



P.S. Ute Fans, Harline is still open.

Jamie & Kaylin: in 3-D!

We thought this picture was pretty neat, considering it was completely accidental. Jon was just trying to take a picture of me and Kaylin. She decided to swing her arm out at last second, whipping my hair around my head and it turned out kind of cool.