OOPS! Not such a good blogger. . .

So, WOW it's been just a little while since I've posted last. It's a good thing blogging isn't my job, or I'd be fired! Well, since I won't be able to ever catch up even though there are a lot of fun stories and pictures, I'd better just start keeping up instead. (ha ha everyone's thinking, I know).
Let's see if I can catch up on a few of the basics. Our summer was super busy and extra fun! We were able to go to a couple fun reunions, camping and boating included. The kids LOVED getting to be outside so much and Abby is already talking about next year at the "unions".
I'm loving my calling in the young womens, our ward is seriously the best, no offense to everyone else :) Spencer was called as the new Elder's Quorum President a couple months ago and was VERY busy with it at first but things are starting to settle down that way.
He's been gone a lot with work and fires, and we've really missed him, but when he is home he makes every moment count. I just can't tell you how much my love for him has grown as I realize his whole life is dedicated to taking care of our family and making us happy and comfortable. I just want to find every way possible to make his life as great as he makes ours.
Our little baby is growing fine, only about 7 more weeks and he will be with us! I am trying really hard not to count down yet, but it's hard when I'm CONSTANTLY reminded with kicks and punches. Holy cow, Abby was a very active baby in the womb, but she can't even hold a candle to this child! (I tell you I wouldn't be surprised if my belly is covered in bruises by the time we're done!)
We've also visited with my family and friends a lot, canned peaches, gone to the Zoo, and the Dino Museum at Thanksgiving Point and all kinds of fun things, including lazy days when we just stay home. Anyway, I'm embarrassed it's been so long since I've posted but if I keep waiting to "get caught up" you'll never hear from me again. So, here's the quick and dirty version and we'll see how well I do after this!

What are Sisters and Aunts for?

So, a few weekends ago Becca came out from Provo to visit. It was so much fun seeing her, we stayed up til the weeeeeee hours talking each night and had a blast. Abby and Joseph both loved seeing her, but Abby was especially pampered. Becca brought her Pretty Pretty Princess game AND they had a tea/juice party. This wasn't just any old tea party, it was with Becca's special China tea set from her trip to China. They were so cute together! I love you sis, thanks for visiting, it means a lot.

Happy Birthday Spencer and One Year Joseph!

Happy Birthday to the men in my life! (you know, from February 18th and 20th) I love you both and can't imagine life without you!

Running Anyone?

I got caught taping my arches before exercising and of course Abby had to match. Well, when Joe saw her getting attention, he HAD to join in. Hence, we are all ready to go with our supported arches. Joe cried when his tape finally fell off.

Peanut Butter Play Dough

The first step in any play dough is to follow the recipe and knead well.

Once kneaded and mixed to satisfaction, play away!

And of course the very best part about peanut butter play dough. . . it's edible! Yummm

Thanks for playing with me Abby, you are a sweet girl.

Shave and a Hair Cut. . .

Abby loves to help with everything we do, laundry, dishes, mopping, sweeping, taking out the trash, and EVEN helping Spencer shave. (can I just say Spencer, you are a BRAVE saint!)

Ahhhh! That's all I can say!

Just a few more. . . .

Cousin Charlie and Joe hangin' out in the snow!

Spencer and Abby finishing a run. Abby hopped on everyone's sleds so it was difficult to keep track of her and get pictures, but she sure was happy.

Christmas at the Allred's.