Let the Countdown Begin

Today begins 30 weeks (two semesters) left in Casey's college career at USU. Casey's in for a long semester with a full load of school work, a clinical, and a practicum (internship at two different places). After this crazy semester Casey only has to complete his student teaching in the spring and he will Graduate with TWO degree's in Social Studies Secondary Education, and Family Finance.
I am so proud of all that Casey has accomplished. Casey is full of so much knowledge and he is so smart. He works very hard in school and in other as well in many other aspects in life. I'm so happy that he's found a career path that he's excited about and eager to pursue.
Good Luck to my AGGIE Casey, i know you'll do AWESOME!!!

Nine and doing fine

Our little Sweet Pea Kendal has turned nine months old. She came in a little over 16 pounds, and 28 inches long at her appointment this week. As you know from the previous post Kendal is now scooting. She enjoys getting around on her own, and finding random things around the house to get into. Kendal has become quite the talker. She loves to talk when she's holding books (probably mimicking what i do when we read together), she also enjoys talking at objects. Her favorite word is dada. Kendal's hair is coming in so nicely. We're still working on small pony tail up top, however we haven't got an elastic to stay yet. Kendal loves to pick up and examine things. She gets her little pointer finger out and points to and feels things. Kendal is definitely observant. She can usually just sit there and watch what others are doing, fascinated. Kendal loves food, and is eating more and more everyday. Kendal has developed a bit of eczema this summer. Nothing to serious we just need to watch what soaps, lotions, and laundry detergents we use with her. We are very grateful to have a happy and healthy little gal, Kendal is a constant Joy in our lives.

This past weekend we were able to head up to Idaho for the Darrington Family reunion. Friday night turned into a blustery evening so i was very grateful to have stayed at Casey's parents home for the weekend. Unfortunately most of the extended family had to suffer through the night of high winds in tents. Saturday morning started out windy also so we all went to the church house to play minute to win it games. The games were fun, and pretty hilarious to watch. There are some pretty amazing hidden talents in the family if you just look. By Saturday afternoon the winds had died down for some decent water sliding. Kendal and i didn't participate, however we sat and watch others silly attempts at the slide. Sunday morning after breakfast the family went around to the Oregon Trail sites that are in Raft River. Kendal was sleeping, then hungry so my journey didn't go past the car, but i still heard the stories. All in all it was an excellent weekend. Casey's Mom put together the whole thing, and did a wonderful job.

Video fix

Are you missing someone, and longing to see them? This is a post dedicated to family who we don't get to see as often. We realize you and others care about our happenings (especially those that pertain to Kendal, because let's face it, it's all about her). Here are a couple photos and some videos of Kendal this past week. Casey and i have been meaning to get some video's of Kendal at the Pool and we finally remembered our Camera. Kendal's always been a water girl, and loves to kick and splash. We were a little disappointed last night because the weather was a bit iffy for our swim, however the rain and wind didn't bother Kendal till we had to take her out. We think she'll love swimming in a few years.


Kendal has been quite mobile lately. She's not officially crawling, however I'll say she scoots around. She can get herself pretty much anywhere she wants. In the right mood she'll even attempt to scoot the conventional way. Enjoy the video of our little Roley poly girl.