It's a crazy life...

I should blog more, but I'll wait until New Year's to make that resolution. Until then, we'll see how often I post pics.

These pictures are at the Bean Museum on campus. I like the one of Dustin and his new ears growing on the top of his head.

Here's the cake from Kate's birthday. Jan 29th. Yikes! That's a long time ago. I made this cake, and I wasn't very happy with the colors, but Kate loved it and that's all that matters! Nice pics of us on the cake :)
I really shouldn't say it, but Daddy picked out her outfit while I was at work. I had to smile when I saw her. She's a cutie no matter what!

We usually have to keep our camera away from Kate. She plays with the settings and I'm sure some things are still messed up.
After playing with Mommy's mascara...
Kate and I went to the mall and got a yogurt parfait to share. There was a little bit left and she ate it on the way home. At least I thought she did...
Things needed when doing Daddy's hair. Brush? Check. Elastics? Check. Listerine? Uhhhh...check.
We're happy and healthy. Kate's pretty much potty trained (some days better than others) and is growing up so fast!! She has a new best friend, Kyra, who lives next door. Luckily Kyra's mom, Andrea, is becoming one of my favorite friends. Dustin's leaving next week for Boston to finish filming the never-ending Joseph Smith film. Kate and I will stay in Vegas for a week and party with the fam.

Well, until more pics...adios!

Fine, I'll update...

She's alive!!!

I really haven't been in a blogging mood lately, but today I'm thinking I should, so I better jump on it while I can! We've been so busy, but I'm not sure what to write about. It's the everday stuff that fills all of your time, but seems so boring to say. But I will say this: Dustin's done with finals! Yippee!

Dustin's mom gave him a copy of this book for his birthday:

We fell in love with this book and couldn't put it down. We bought the sequel and thought it was even better than the first. The author is a potter himself and owns a pottery shop in back of his house in Salt Lake. Neither of us had work on Thursday so we made an appointment with the author to come and look at his work. It/He was AMAZING. He's only 36 and is one of the happiest people I have ever met. We chatted and talked for about 30 mins or so about the book and life and then he gave us a discount on some pieces. It was cool when he asked our advice for the third and final book. He's hoping to get it out next summer, so I really hope it happens.

Dustin and I learned so much from this book and can't stop raving about it. Here's a short synopsis:

Jake just graduated from college with a degree in ceramics. Everyone is telling him to get a "real" job, but his heart truly lies with pottery. He becomes the village potter in Niederbipp, PA (which is an actual place) and learns more about the previous potter, Isaac, who was well-loved and just an amazing man who helped anyone he could. The book is supposed to be Jake's sketchbook, so throughout the pages you find drawings and occassional splatters from the glaze. It's visually appealing and fun to read.

It's really one of those books that makes you reflect on life, if you let it.

Other than that, it's been same ol', same ol'. Well, and getting ready for Christmas I guess :) Hope this hasn't been too boring, but I needed to write about something and we STILL haven't gotten a camera. Boo.

Say What?

This past weekend was a little rough. I've been either puking, or feeling like I should be puking (and no I'm NOT pregnant). So Dustin called me today during his break. Here's our little conversation:

Dustin: So how are you feeling today? Did you call the doctor?

Kim: I called, but they said to wait another day. So we'll see. But I'm feeling pretty crappy.

Dustin: Oh cool!

Kim: (Silence)

Either Dustin wasn't really listening or we have some serious issues to clear up...

Life in the fast lane

Oh my goodness, it's been forever!! Well, our camera broke, so I have no new pictures. This was the last one taken, so I had to post it. I never thought Kate would want her toenails painted, but she volunteered when she saw me painting mine. I had to document the girl who never stops surprising her mom.There has been SOOO much going on. First, I got a job at Gold's Gym working in the playroom. I work about 13 hours a week and it's nice to have a little more money coming in. Kate and I love it, although she's still getting used to sharing toys.

Living in South Provo has been awesome, but definitely not convenient. Yesterday we signed a contract for an apartment in Orem. I cannot wait until we move in because we'll have a dishwasher and a washer/dryer. It's too good to be true!! We were planning on moving this week, but something totally unexpected came up.

Dustin got a call from a director asking him to audition for the part of Joseph Smith. Well....he got it!! We're so excited, but a little stressed. I took him to the airport today to fly out to Boston. He'll do filming this week and then go back in November for 2 or 3 weeks. It's great to see Dustin so happy doing something he loves. I got to meet "Emma" on Saturday and love her to pieces. I wish I could go with them, but there's not much I could do anyway while they're filming.

The movie should be coming out in March, and should be in theatres. I read the script on Sunday and it sounds like it should be really good. Joseph is in his early 20's and marries Emma, obtains the plates, translates them, and organizes the Church. We'll give you info as we find out more. I'm so proud of Dustin and can't wait to see how this turns out!

After the airport I took Kate to the doctor's for a follow-up. For the past little while she hasn't been too interested in food. Had tons of diarrhea and was throwing up. Her doctor was pretty worried, so he had me take her to the hospital to get some blood tests and an IV. It was traumatic for her, but definitely helped to get fluids in her. We're still working on getting her better. I worry so much about my baby girl! She's only 20 pounds, which is what she was back in May.

Writing all of this has made me exhausted. Our life is crazy, but nothing short of amazing! Sorry this was so long and boring, but wanted to catch you up!!

A real bed to sleep on!

So...I can't find our camera. I'm sure it's around here somewhere. Well, it better be because it has our Yellowstone pictures on it!! Ahhh!! But it's been awhile since I've posted anything, so I'll write a little blurb tonight and then upload the pictures when I find the camera.

The past couple of weeks have been CRAZY. We went to Yellowstone last week for my family's reunion, so the week before was stressful. Dustin was working 12 hour days and I had to get everything ready to go camping. Never again.

Dustin's brother and wife had their open house in Utah, so I made a dummy wedding cake to display. I had TONS of help, but it turned out so cute! I'll definitely put up a picture. I've decided that I'd like to learn more about cake decorating, so I signed up for a four-week course at BYU Campus Craft and Floral. I'm way excited!

Kate and I have also been doing a lot of gardening. We do it at our friend's home and have enjoyed zucchini and tomatoes so far and are excited for the rest of the produce.

This last Sunday I conducted a combined choir of the Relief Society and Young Womens. It was fun, but my anxiety was way up when thinking about it! I got a trio together before I left and hoped it all would sound good when I got back. I'm sooo glad it's over. And I don't have to do it anymore, because I just got a new calling. Young Women's!!!!! All I can say, is that I won't tell them stories of when I was younger. Can you say trouble maker? Anyway, tonight I went to mutual for the first time in about seven years.

I'm so sorry I've written so much!! I'll stop and end with a picture from my dad's cell phone. He decided to visit our campsite. It looks fake but it's the real thing!

P.S. I got the flu when we got home.

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

Kate and I were going to go on a walk today, but didn't make it out of the complex. Too many fun things going on! Jen, a neighbor, ended up getting a pool out for the three girls. I absolutely love this pic. They had such a blast together.
These three girls are a few months apart and each have the cutest personalities. We have Kate on the right, Hannah on the left, and Evanie in the back. Doesn't this make you want to be little again?

Tomorrow our ward is celebrating Pioneer Day with a pie social and the kids are going to walk in a parade. I'm wondering if Kate is old enough to do it. She does like to be with the big kids, so I might give it a try. I'm not sure if she knows that she's a baby. Whenever she sees big kids, like 5 or 6 years old, she always says, "baby!" The kids hate being called "baby" by an actual baby, but I find it pretty entertaining.

I totally forgot the camera yesterday, but we all went rock climbing in Rock Canyon with Dustin's friend yesterday. Last time I went I used some really good shoes and didn't have a problem getting up, but Dustin and I didn't rent any this time. Bad idea. We both ended up going bare foot! Our shoes had no traction, so we took our shoes and socks off and put chalk on them. I am so sore today because my feet were slipping and I had to use a lot more upper body strength (which I don't have) instead of my legs. Next time we are definitely renting shoes! Kate was such a good sport, and even tried to climb up some rocks. Summer in Utah rocks because there's so much to do outside. At least I think so :)

Get that corn outta my face!

Tonight we gave Kate lasagna and corn for dinner. However, she ate no lasagna and an ENTIRE can of corn! She refused to eat anything besides corn (well, she did have Go-Gurt before dinner). This picture is taken at the very end when I think she finally realized, "Was that a whole can of corn?" All I can say is, her upcoming diapers are gonna be a doozy.