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Kaden

I really should be sleeping right now, but I just feel like I need to write down some of the thoughts that have occupied my head the last couples of weeks.

My sister Amber explained it perfectly:

"The main trial in our life has been the passing of my little nephew Kaden. He lived 9 days and touched many, many lives. This experience has made me stronger in my faith and more grateful for my crazy kids and all that I go through with them. I love my family and extended family so much more. (and I didn't think I could love them more than I already did!)"

I feel very blessed to have the Gospel, and to know the Plan of Salvation, and the powers of the Atonement.

I wanted to be there to comfort Sarah and help her through this trying time, but honestly she's been the one lifting me and being such an example of Christ-like love.

Heavenly Father has blessed me with an amazing family, yeah we have had our trials, but we are learning and growing and becoming closer.

Kaden has fulfilled his mission here on earth and I know he is in heaven, silently watching over us. I know he's still my Levi's little buddy, his very own guardian angel! I am so blessed to have my family and I know we will be together for all Eternity.

The night before Kaden passed away I read this quote:

A prophet once said about the loss of his child: "And there too are gathered to my Father’s mansion all my darling lovely ones; not in infantile helplessness, but in all the power and glory and majesty of sanctified spirits! Full of intelligence, of joy and grace, and truth.”

I don't know why, but it was so comforting and reassuring to read this. I know that there is life after this and my dear sister will get to raise her perfect son Kaden one day.

I gave myself a challenge and wanted to do a sketch for Sarah. I choose my favorite picture of him. His little face was so perfect, I was afraid I wouldn't be able to do the photo justice. It was a very peaceful experience and I was please with the way it turned out. I dare say it is one of my favorite pieces i've ever done. Thank you for your perfect example Kaden! We love you!

My new favorite clothing store: Plato's Closet

So last week I went into a store called Plato's Closet. It had shoes, pants, skirts, shirts, jackets and all kinds of jewelry, hats, belts, and purses. I didn't have my wallet and we were short on time so I left empty handed.

But today I took Jevan back there and we got all kinds of good deals. Our most expensive item was $14 and I think that was for the shorts. All the other items were $8 or less, most the shirts were $6. It is like a DI but nice quality items with brand names only. Here are some of the brands were got: Abercrombie, Old Navy, Hurley, American Eagle, Aeropostale, Maurices, Perry Ellis, Roxy, Mossimo, Carbon, and Charlotte Russe.

I'm sure most of you already knew about this place. I was just so excited that I don't have to go dig through crap at the DI anymore to find one or two cute things, now I can buy nice clothes here for cheap and they'll buy my clothes too. For those of you up in CV, Logan is getting one soon I hear. :)

Cub Scouts - da bears

Jevan and I have been called to be Cub Scout leaders over the Bears. We just had our Blue & Gold Banquet tonight (Feb. 25th). I was asked to pick a theme and decorate for it. I guess this dinner is a big deal, it is to celebrate the b-day of scouts. I chose to do a jungle theme and call it the "Baloo & Gold" banquet. I learned the cub scouting program was based off of the jungle book and some Native American things. So I watched the jungle book about 12 times this past week (not by my choice, Jade loves it and is constantly playing it) but it helped me get some ideas. I bought some jungle/animal theme decor and made a poster with their theme, oh and did a cake, and finally this is what they got: (sorry some of the pics are out of order)







Here is the cake, the boys made the little figurines and trees. They did pretty good! And it tasted pretty good, if I can say so myself! :)

I've been doing some drawing lately

When I was in high school I used to do a lot more art. I guess it was because I had an art class everyday (during school) for 3 years. I had that time set everyday to be creative. Now I have more important things to occupy my time; like my hubby and my 2 cute kiddos, and even some fun friends and a sister close by.

For Christmas this year Jevan and I decided not to buy each other presents, but somehow I knew he wouldn't stick to that. I had no idea what he was secretly getting me so I decided to do a drawing for him. I really never sketched much back in the day, it used to be mostly painting. But I thought I'd give it a try. So this is what he got for Christmas:
After my drawing for Jevan turned out, I thought I'd give something a bit harder a try and it turned out alright too. I think I will do one of Jade on her blessing day too. Maybe make it a thing I will do for my kids. (look at that handsome, happy boy! I just love him to pieces!)My mother in law saw my other sketches and ask me to draw the whole Weeks family for Merv's B-day. I had 20 days to draw 36 ish people. I gave it a try and after 3 people i said forget it. So then I decided to give a Merv and Clara Jean sketch a try. Much easier then 36 people. lol! She is giving this 11x17 sketch to him for his b-day now. I am pleased with the way it turned out. Here are some pics of the sketch in progress.

2 weeks old already

Our little Levi is already over 2 weeks old. He is 8.6 lbs now and 20 inches. So he's growing a little bit.

He spends more time awake now. Jade loves when he looks at her, she laughs and makes faces at him.

We all do a lot of this. I love snuggling with my little wookies. Nap time is great!

Introducing Baby Levi

I had my last Dr. appointment this past Thursday the 23rd. At my apt. my Dr. asked if I'd like to be induced later that day. I called Jevan (who was at home in West Point) and told him our options, thursday or monday to be induced or maybe going on my own over the weekend. My dr said he'd call when labor and delivery could take us.

The hospital called me at 2 pm and asked if i could be there by 2:30. I called Jevan who had just started his shift 5 minutes before, and asked him to leave and come up to logan so we could have this baby. I drove myself in and met my parents there so they could take Jade.

By 3 I had the paper work done and they were ready to get me going. By 3:30 I was all hooked up and started into labor. Jevan arrived shortly after. The Dr. came in and broke my water, a while later I got an epideral, and at 7 they called the Dr. He was there by 7:15 and I was allowed to start pushing, Levi Jevan was born at 7:37 pm. He weighed 7.5 lbs and was 19.5 inches long. He has lots of dark hair. We stayed in the hospital till friday night. I was relieved to get out. I was going crazy just sitting there. Honestly I hardly feel like i just had a baby. I know they tell you to take it easy after, but I went and hung out with some of my sisters that night and the next day went to a dinner before the RS broadcast. Then I went to dinner with my hubby and his brother. Don't worry I kept strangers at a distance from our new wookie.

We stayed at Jevan's parents house till Monday night, we had a Dr. check up for Levi on Monday. They had to check him for Jaundice again. His test came back great.

Jade loves our new baby, she is always asking to snuggle, kiss and hold him. I ask him what our baby's name is and she says "wahhaaa".

Please Read and help if you can....

Jevan's cousin was recently involved in an accident with a power line and was badly injured. He was cutting down a tree while in a man basket and a limb fell on an electrical wire. Mark grabbed the limb and could not let go. His father-in-law grabbed him and received a bad shock and couldn't help Mark.
He was rushed to the Hospital in Heber where they were able to restart his heart but he still wasn't breathing. He was then life-flighted to the University hospital.

They've been running tests and doing all they can to figure out the extent of the damage. He will not work again and his wife Jamie cannot work right now, they also have 2 small children.

If you would like to help Mark and Jamie Padigimus, there are accounts set up at Mountain America and Wells Fargo in Mark's name. Any amount, no matter how small, would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your prayers and support.

A bit of September

My little sister Heidi got married, the 10th of September. Even tho this baby is due soon I was able to get pretty involved. She asked me to do her cake and also her hair and then my mom and I decorate weddings so we took up that task also. Here is the Bride and my mom at the luncheon. Hawiian Haystacks! Yum!

Jade sure loved seeing all her cousins and playing with her daddy!

Here is the top of the cake, her colors were orange, pink, yellow, and purple. The cake was three layers, 2 were rice crispys and the layer they cut was german chocolate. The frosting was vanilla, almond buttercream and then my homemade fondant. It turned out pretty good.

Here is a shot of our new house in West Point. We sure are loving it. I will have to post more pics when I finally get everything in order. Our baby is due in 9 days so hopefully I can get it all done before then. I can't wait to meet this little guy. I sure am ready to be done being pregnant. I hope Jade can adjust to this new baby quickly and happily.

Weddings

Jevan's brother Jake got married this past Tuesday. I had the opportunity to make their wedding cake. I've made a dozen cakes before this one, but I have never made my own fondant. I'll tell you what tho, I loved this fondant, so much easier and better tasting then store bought fondant. Here is the finished cake at the reception. I'll have to post pics later of the cute rice crispy layers on the bottom two.

This is just the wedding time of the year for us, my little sister gets married on Sept. 10th. I am also making her cake. Hopefully this baby doesn't come early!

But getting ready for all of these weddings made me remember that I never posted about my anniversary this past June 17th. It's been 4 years for us. I did infact make my own cake, crazy I know. Here are some pics that I actually found today, while packing and organizing. I was thinking I didn't get any of my cake or reception, so glad I was wrong and have these.

Here we are 4 years ago coming out of the Logan temple. I can't believe how the time has flown by. We look a bit different today. Maybe a little older and wiser?

Random pics and catch up

My little Jader bug loves taking baths.  She even pretends she's swimming, she loves splashing too.  Tonight I gave her a bath and I'm pretty sure I ended up being more wet then her when we were done. 

My little sister Heidi is getting married in September.  All our sisters and her soon to be in-laws all went dress shopping.  We all picked out dresses we wanted to see her in.  After about 20 dresses my sister Sarah brought in this beauty and it happened to fit her perfectly and looked amazing on her.  This was the one! It was so fun to be there and share that time with her.  The dress is nothing like what she had in mind at first.  So excited for you Heidi and Alan!

Jade has been a bit of a drama queen lately.  She is either happy or mad, no inbetween.  But she has also been good at letting me do her hair.  I'm not too brave yet, but I love to do pig tails on her. She will even leave the flowers/bows in most the day now.  :) yeah!  

Her hair is so fine and thin but it has the most beautiful natural curl to it. 

Jade and I went to Jevan's family reunion without him this year. They go to the Uintas every year over by Vernal. Most the family brings their trailers. But we slept in a tent for 2 nights.  Jade did amazingly well.  She loved the tent and loved being outside 24/7.  She took great naps during the day and slept so well at night.  It was a long 3 days without Jevan, he had to work so he wasn't able to make it. Hopefully next year. I'm not taking 2 kids camping by my self.  Here is my 6 month pregnancy pic too.  Sorry it's not very good, but I wasn't that big still.