Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Catching up...

We have been BUSY!


We got back from a great weekend in Beaver where we spent conference with Grandma and Grandpa Foster--the kids got to see the houndies and even took them for a walk during the break in the afternoon session on Sunday. We had some great activities planned for the kids so that they would remain somewhat attentive while we listened to conference.



In other news... Brad has been up and down I-15 for the last few months spreading his name and credentials throughout the state and has a number of contacts because of it (the best prospects look to be Enterprise, Manilla, and Layton with a smattering of possibilities in Nebo and Alpine districts). We are not sure whether we have a favorite or not--drawbacks include the facts that Enterprise has limited housing, and Layton is too close to the U of U ;).

All joking aside, we will just be happy to finally lay down some roots in Utah.

On a side note, the kids have been up to a few things as well. Mae has learned to ride her bike without training wheels and rides to school just about every day that it is warm enough to do it. She loves her bike and wants us to watch her constantly because she is so good at it.



Mae has also kept pushing her swimming skills. She not only goes off the diving board, but can now swim the full length of the pool too.



Ian has been trying to keep up with his sister and wants to be able to ride a two-wheeler, but has to stick to his trike for now. However, he is getting better at swimming and will now swim short lengths from the deep end to shallow area (with and without his arm floaties). Those who know Ian should understand that this is a BIG deal for him, and this weekend he dropped our jaws by jumping off of the diving board! Mae, not to be out-done, immediately worked up the courage to go off the high-dive. We about freaked out because we didn't think that she would dare to do it.


5 comments:

Jen Holt said...

You guys look like you have a lot of fun! We are sad that we can't come down this weekend. But we hope you have a awesome 1st birthday, Noah! We hope that you guys move up this way!! Love Ya lots!

Emily said...

we really need to get the kids together to play. What the heck you have lived here for months and we have only seen you once!!
Good luck on the job hunt, I am glad there are some possibilities!

Melissa said...

Wow- swimming- I can't wait for summer. What great swimmers and divers you have. Looks like you are having fun. What great paper mache eggs too- very fancy. Glad to hear about the job searches.

Preschool said...

Oh, come to Layton! We could be neighbors. That would be so fun! I hope that whichever one you chose works out well for you guys.

DeAnne said...

You are having way too much fun! I cannot believe how skilled your kiddos are. We hope Brad gets a job in Layton so you guys are close when we come visit! Good luck Brad!

BTW--Happy Birthday Noah!