I know its been forever since I've posted but here I am finally. I was flirting with the idea of changing to blogspot but then decided not to. So whatever. I'm trying to think whats new with the kids. Lorenzo is still really adamant about distinguishing between girl things and boy things. He gets mad when Emilia dances to the song and the end of the Thomas the Train episodes because its a boy song. Emilia of course is all about princesses. I put her in soccer but she was not having any of that. Lorenzo, however, is all about it. I really want her to be sporty because I never was. I know we are not supposed to live though our children, but I thought just exposing her to it a whole lot couldn't be a bad thing. Even though soccer didn't work out, tennis seems to be going alright.
Luciana is pulling up on everything and has stood on her own for seconds at a time. She babbles a ton and points and makes noises at things and people she recognizes.
I just bought like five parenting books (did I go overboard?). So I have been doing a lot of reading. I have to let you know what I agreed with.
I got this really profound idea: why don't I try to improve some part of my character by a certain date instead of a certain aspect of my body. I decided that I waste too much brain energy on dieting. Not that I will ever be able to accept my body type for what it is. (I think it would take a lifetime of therapy and removal to a desert island.) But instead of losing weight being my only programed goal, I would add character improvement goals and work on them daily. So of course that meant daily scripture study and prayer because those are the fastest ways to improve character. And I just have to say that its amazing to feel the difference that small effort makes. Having The Spirit more often makes things just a little bit more clear. I know better what I should do and I move forward with more calm and confidence. I love it. Now to keep it up, right.
Below: Fam at the beach. Weekend trip for local holiday.
Below: Emilia and Lorenzo have started taking tennis classes.
Below: At a B-Day party.
Below: Meriding a horse. Jeremy and I had a fun afternoon riding horses and playing ping pong. He has to play with his left had in order for me to have a chance.
So, I just got all the photo catchups... you kids are so cute and your Emilia - She is girly. That photo of her staring at her princess cake is priceless... Anyway, I wanted to tell you quickly, and this might warrant a phone call.. I was visiting So Cal, attended the NEW Los Al/Seal Beach ward and Chad's wife was there! It was CRAZY!! It was also really neat and spiritual, but anyway, she thanked me for helping him get into the church and I was quick to tell her that there was a group of us that really did it... So - It make me think of you. I hope all is well. I thought the horse outfits were cute too. Did you make those? If so, I'm totally impressed. Also, I agree with teh character through. Life is so much better when we balance spiritual with seculary, mental with physical, etc. Have a great day! Betsy
Posted by: Betsy | September 08, 2008 at 01:06 PM
P.S. Should have proof read that better. Sorry for so much not really making sense :)
Posted by: Betsy | September 08, 2008 at 01:07 PM
I love your new goals. I especially love the idea of setting character goals. I need to do more of that. You are as gorgeous as ever and your children are beautiful! Let us know what you learn from those parenting books. I am always too afraid to read them in fear that I am doing everything wrong!
Posted by: sarah Hull | September 08, 2008 at 08:26 PM
Fashion I was so happy to see that you have new posts. I can't believe they are taking tennis? They are so young. How do they like it? All three of your kids are gorgeous. I like what you said about the diet and self improvement. It seems that I spend too much time thinking about that too.
Posted by: Cherolyn Rowland | September 09, 2008 at 06:40 PM
Oh, they are so cute. Who did Emilia's hair for the birthday party? That is really impressive.
Posted by: Becca | September 11, 2008 at 07:08 PM
Oh, they are so cute. Who did Emilia's hair for the birthday party? That is really impressive.
Posted by: Becca | September 11, 2008 at 07:09 PM
Hey Fashion,
Loved your post. Your children are beyond beautiful. I know what you mean about living vicariously through your kids. I think that I want my kids to be exposed to every opportunity/sport/class/etc.. because I was not. They would probably be content just jumping on the trampoline in the back yard every day.
Oh, and as for parenting books- you are good. I HAVE five, and have not cracked one open in years. Once in a while I think "I wonder if Garrett is doing the things that he is supposed to at his age" but really, does it matter? I would be happy if he didn't walk till he was two. Considering that Dalton and Shelby took off running at ten months.
Happy that you had that realization about your body. We do waste so much energy on that stuff. It will make a world of difference for your daughters to have a mom who loves and accepts her body. They will have so much self esteem about their own bodies because of you. I hated my little almond eyes. And wouldn't you know it- all three of my kids get em. And so, because I love the eyes on them, I have learned to love them on myself.
Miss you! Let me know if you are coming up any time soon.
Posted by: Ashley Hoopes | October 10, 2008 at 09:22 AM