RUNNING IS IN THEIR BLOOD!!

1ST RACE...

Clayton and Ella entered into their first runnig race. It was a 1/4 mile run at woodward park to benefit The Brian Sturgeon Cerebral Palsy organization. The race started Clayton took off, Ella on the other hand couldn't handle the loud cheering and took off toward me and started crying. Clayton ran his hardest and finished the race. Clayton did a great job and wants to run more, Ella says she can do it next time but we will see.

WEIRD PREGNANCY ISSUES...

So this is my 4th pregnancy and last, yes I said last. I guess all the weird pregnancy issues get to happen during your last pregnancy. It all started with the worst morning sickness of all my kids, then progressed into an issue that does not need to be discussed on the blog. After that issue subsided the left side of my face went numb, my lips swelled and chapped. The numbness went away but the chapped swollen lips are still here. DID ANYONE HAVE THIS PROBLEM???? My lips are double the size, though that could be a good thing but something that is not normal, and they are red and chapped. I have been layering with lotions, lip stuff (i have tried all brands) and I am trying to drink more water. NO RELIEF. if anyone has any tips or remedies let me know.

IS IT WARM YET???

What do your kids do when it gets a little warmer outside??? My kids go straight for the water. They bust out the water guns, turn on the hose and get wet. They all love it, well Ella is not a huge fan of receiving the water just getting others wet. I think it was only 65 degrees out but I guess that was warm enough for them to have a water fight.

HELP IN THE KITCHEN!!!

I guess when you need help in the kitchen, you should be careful what kind of help you ask for. My crazy little lady is always a help but in her own unique way.

CLAYTON TURNS 6!!!!

CLAYTON RYAN BOYDSTON
MY 6 YEAR OLD

Since I decided to not do partys this year we started a new tradition with the cards which hold exciting activities to do through out the day. Since Clayton had school he only got 4 cards instead of 6 but still a fun day.

CARDS:

1. Breakfast at McDonalds

2. New outfit, I am so glad that my kids like to get new clothes!!!

Then he was off to school, his teacher, Mrs. Taylor, makes each birthday child feel special. He received a hat and a bag of treats and I also brought cookies for his class to enjoy.

3. Clayton then got money to spend. We went to target and he picked out a toy.

4. The last and most fun card was bowling with family and friends. He got to invite a couple of friends and we all went bowling.

We all had a lot of fun. It's hard to believe that I have a 6 year old. I am starting to feel old!!!

ULTA GRAND OPENING!!

Fresno just got a ULTA, a store that is dedicated to all products for hair, face, body, you name it they got it. I went to the grand opening where they handed out gift certificates, anywhere from $5 to $100. Of course I got the $5 one but hey free $5 is better than nothing. So with my gift certificate, coupon and the Grand Opening Deals I spent $7 and I was able to get a Revlon hair dryer, Sebastian hairspray, Ulta brand eye shadow, Back to Basics conditioner, Ulta brand lotion and a sample bottle of Artec hair sculptor. I haven't tried them all but the conditioner, hair spray and hair dryer is amazing. I love Grand Openings!!!

I AM FINALLY AN AUNT!!!!!

ACELIN GWEN GARNER
8LBS 15OZ 20IN

My sister had her baby today finally making me an aunt. I was so excited for her and her husband. Their little girl is so cute.