Not another thing.....

Okay so Friday the 5, I was cleaning the kids rooms and all of a sudden......I got a pain in my butt. Yep that's right, in my butt. Do you think that maybe it was because I was cleaning the bedroom's of my dear sweet children? Anyway the pain did not stop there, it traveled down my leg and into my feet, and now I have not felt my big toe and it's surrounding area for almost 2 weeks! So after many attempts to the chiropractor, I decided to go to my primary care dr. He is now sending me for a cat scan (no MRI-Pacemaker) with and without contrast. I am also going to a pain management doctor and a neurologist. I have to have some kind of nerve scan. FUN FOR ME!!!!!! I know that you are all jealous, because I got to spend a week in bed on loratab and muscle relaxers. As of now, my Christmas tree is not decorated, there are Christmas bins in my living room, my shopping is not done, and my cards have yet to be sent out and the big day is next week. Oh, and we are leaving town on Wednesday. Na, I not stressed or worried. I'm taking pain killers. So if any of you see me around this week and I look like a character from Fraggel Rock, you will know why. I think that this is just one more pain in the butt that I can blame on the kids. But, at night when they are asleep and are peaceful...just for those few moments before you go to sleep...kinda makes it all worth it.

Moral of the story....Cleaning your kids room can cause a pain in the butt!
p.s. if your Christmas cards are late, I am blaming it on the loratab!

Halloween...(don't laugh, better late than never)

We were in Salt Lake for Halloween because of Lacey's wedding. Shayna wanted to be Gaberiella from HSM2 when she is a life guard, but I told her that we were going to SLC for Halloween and that it would be too cold. So, she setteled on being a witch. Bryce was going to be a ninja, but changed his mind at the last minute and was a boxer. We went to my sister's ward/neighborhood trunk-or-treat and they we went trick-or-treating in my Mom's neighborhood. We had a really great time and it was so fun to spend the holiday with my family. We have never done that before, it was a fun change!

TAG of Twos..

My sister tagged me so here is goes.

Two Names You Go By: 1. Mommy 2. Kari
Two Things You are Wearing Right Now: 1. Gym Pants 2. Gym Shirt
Two Things You Want Right Now: 1. Bills paid 2. Shane's foot to be better
Two Things You Did Last Night: 1. Read 2. Went to an activities committe meeting
Two Things You Ate Today: 1. jr. burger 2. diet coke
Two Favorite Drinks: 1. diet coke 2. water
Five People I'm Tagging: 1. Laura, 2. Lindsey, 3. Ingrid, 4. Anna, 5. Sylvia

Getting to know you survey...TAG

1. What time did you get up this morning? 7:50 am always late
2. Diamonds or pearls? Both
3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? Kung-Fu Panda
4. What is your favorite TV show? Bothers and Sisters
5. What do you usually have for breakfast? Diet Dr. Pepper
6. What is your middle name? Shirlene
7. What food do you dislike? Peppers
8. What is your favorite CD at moment? Wicked, can't wait to go in July.
9. What kind of car do you drive? Toyota Sienna
10. Favorite sandwich? Jimmy Johns Turkey
11. What characteristics do you despise? Lying
12. Favorite item of clothing? My "new" pj's.
13. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? Disneyland
14. Favorite brand of clothing? One's that fit and are on sale.
15. Where would you retire to? Where ever my kids are.
16. What was your most memorable birthday? When I was 16 and I got a car and life was eaiser.

17. Favorite sport to watch? Football
18. When is your birthday? 6/29/1978
19. Are you a morning person or a night person? night
20. What is your shoe size? 9
21. Pets? 3 dogs (Paris, Hope, and Cullen)
22. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share with us? Nope
23. What did you want to be when you were little? Astronaut
24. What is your favorite candy? M & M's
25. What is your favorite flower? Ones that are given to me
26. What is a day on the calendar you are looking forward to? Lacey's Wedding Nov. 1st
27. What are you listening to right now? TV
28. What was the last thing you ate? Dinner Chicken Alfredo
29. Do you wish upon stars? Sure
30. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Red
31. How is the weather right now? It's night, but it's been a nice weekend 85-90
32. The first person you spoke to on the phone today? One of the ladies that I visit teach.
33. Favorite soft drink? Diet Dr. Pepper
34. Favorite restaurant? San Lorenzo
35. What was your favorite toy as a child? Barbie
36. Summer or winter? Las Vegas Winters and Utah Summers
37. Hugs or kisses? both

38. Chocolate or Vanilla? Need I answer?
39. Coffee or tea? Neither!
40. Do you want your friends to email you back? All that I tag.
41. When was the last time you cried? In Church at the Primary Program when they sang "I love to see the Temple" and "Families can be together Forever"
42. What is under your bed? plastic totes
43. What did you do last night? Stake Choir and Orchestra performance
44. What are you afraid of? spiders
45. Salty or sweet? sweet
46. How many keys on your key ring? Too many.
47. How many years at your current job? almost 8
48. Favorite day of the week? Sunday
49. How many towns have you lived in? 3 in Utah, and 2 in Nevada
50. Do you make friends easily? I hope so.

Now I tag.......Anna, Laura, Ingrid, Melissa, and Missy

Happy Birthday Lil Cubby..

On October 10 was Bryce's 6th birthday. He was so excited. He got a Backugon game, Pokeman Wii game, Pokeman shirt, Madden 08 for the Wii, a jacket, and some money. We then ended the day with a trip to Peter Piper Pizza for some games and pizza with the Van Wagoners. He had a great time. We are so lucky to have Bryce in our lives. He makes us so happy. Bryce always tells us how he loves everybody. When bryce was born my mom always said how he looked like a bear cub. Bryce, we love you so much and you bring so much joy to our lives.

Our Special Day....

On September 4, 2008, we were sealed as a family for all Eternity. It was such a wonderful expierence. We had many friends and family that traveled from out of town. Thank you to all of you who attended our sealing and those of you who have been such wonderful exampeles to Shane and I. As Elder Holland put it, thank you for being our "Ministry of Angels". We have more joy and happiness in our family that ever befor. Thank you for all you do. We love you!

I'm such a SLACKER......

I have not been working since school started. All of our projects were shut down. So I thought great, I will stay home, clean my house, keep up on my blog, and get organized and skinny. Needless to say that has not happened, but I do go to the gym in the mornings. I know that I need to update and at least put pics up from the Temple and I promise they will be here soon, but I need my photographer to take off about 30lbs off me. So anyhow, bare with me and I hope to get stuff up soon. Love to you all!!!

First Day of School.

Well, our first week of school went off great. Shayna started 2nd grade, and she really seems to like it. Bryce started all day kindergarten, he did okay, his teacher said that he seems to be having a hard time adjusting. In other words listening. It is so nice this year to have my kids on the same track, last year they were on different tracks, and it's the pits. Hopefully, they will have a great year and learn a lot. Can you believe the outfit that Shayna is wearing, I swear I had a couple of those growing up, at least it's not a unit. LOL

Happy Birthday Asher....

Today is my darling nephew, Asher, 2nd birthday. He is just the cutest thing, don't you just want to pinch his cheeks? Due to the fact that we live in Las Vegas, we miss a lot of things, like Asher's birthday party tonight. I just wanted to which him happy birthday! I love you.....Love Tickle

Seven Peaks

Every summer we go to Seven Peaks for a small family reunion. This year we invited Dewey's family. We had a GREAT time as usual. I enjoyed hanging out at the family cabana (I am a whimp I thought the water was too cold) while the rest of the family rode the slides, wave pool, and the lazy river. For some reason my kids decided to become dare devils and go down the big free fall slides. These slides are over 100 feet tall. For those of you who don't know, they get that from their dad..I am a chicken. I've posted a slide show of pictures from the trip. If you are ever looking for a nice water park to go to I recommend Seven Peaks. We had a lot of fun.

Shayna's Last Day of School

FINALLY, Shayna had her last day of Scool on Thursday. They had a BBQ outside in the court yard in 110 degree weather. It was HOT!! Anyway, I was so porud of Shayna, she got an award for the A/B honor roll for all year. She only got 1 B this year. She is such a smarty and we are so proud of here. Conrgats Shayna!!

Bryce, Shayna, Ms. Navarro, and Shayna's BFF Ethan

Shayna and Ethan

Last Day of School...

I know it's a month late, but Bryce graduated from the Early Childhood Learning program through the Clark County School District. We are so excited for him. I cannot believe that my baby is now going to be in Kindergarten next year. However, he will be attending all day and I am very excited for that. I just wanted to let Bryce know that we are so proud of him and love him very much!!

Goodbye old Friend.

Two weeks ago tomorrow our beloved dog Zeus passed away. He was a great dog and a joy to have in our family. He had been sick of a couple of months and after getting arthritis and spinal nerve damage, he ended up blind. It was very hard to watch him get sicker and sicker. We were going to put him down, but we came home and found that he had passed away. He was a great dog to have and the kids enjoyed him. he will be terribly missed.

A little late, but always great to appreicate Dad...

We are a little slow here at the Thompson household. We had a great fathers day weekend. I love giving Shane the attention that he deserves. Shane was so excited about his Father's Day presents...work boots and an attic fan. I am so sentimental. I copied my sisters idea about asking the kids questions about their Dad. So here is goes.
Shayna said...
1. What is something dad always says to you? I love you
2. What makes dad happy? When I get good grades
3. What makes dad sad? When my room is dirty
4. How does dad make you laugh? When he snores
5. How old is your dad? 25
6. How tall is your dad? 20
7. What is his favorite thing to do? Play Wii
8. What does your dad do when you’re not around? Work
9. If your dad becomes famous, what will it for? Being rich
10. What is your dad really good at? Soccer Goalie
11. What is your dad not very good at? Gymanstics
12. What does your dad do for his job? Carpenter
13. What is your dad’s favorite food? Eggs
14. What makes you proud of your dad? He makes me smart
15. If your dad were a cartoon character, who would he be? Shrek
16. What do you and your dad do together? Practice Goalie
17. How are you and your dad the same? We have the same chin
18. How are you and your dad different? He's a boy and I'm a girl
19. How do you know your dad loves you? Because I'm his daughter
20. What is your favorite thing about your dad? When he teaches me to be smart
Now Bryce...
1. What is something dad always says to you? Take a bath
2. What makes dad happy? When I give him Guitar Hero
3. What makes dad sad? When I lose my Pokemon cards
4. How does dad make you laugh? Wrestling with me
5. How old is your dad? 30
6. How tall is your dad? 31
7. What is his favorite thing to do? Play Guitar Hero
8. What does your dad do when you’re not around? Be angry
9. If your dad becomes famous, what will it be for? Awesome clothes
10. What is your dad really good at? Mario Kart Wii
11. What is your dad not very good at? Mario Galaxy
12. What does your dad do for his job? Takes his bags and a lunch
13. What is your dad’s favorite food? Shrimp
14. What makes you proud of your dad? He holds my Pokemon cards for me
15. If your dad were a cartoon character, who would he be? Anything he wants
16. What do you and your dad do together? Have fun
17. How are you and your dad the same? We are boys
18. How are you and your dad different? I'm 5 and he's 31
19. How do you know your dad loves you? He lets me buy stuff
20. What is your favorite thing about your dad? When he wins stuff on Mario Kart Wii
Just to clarify we do not have Guitar Hero or Mario Galaxy.
I must say that I am the luckiest woman. I am married to a wonderful husband and father. It is also a joy to be married to my best friend. We love you Shane and happy late Fathers Day!!

Swim Time....

Living here in Las Vegas has it's pro's and con's. We are very lucky to have some great friends that have a pool at there home. Shane has always bugged me that he wants a pool and I tell him to go swimming at Gil and Julie's. Well, a couple of weeks ago we went swimming at Gil and Julie's and had a great time. My kids have not slept that good in a long time. They love to go swimming and do cannonballs. Gil and Julie are the greatest and never care that we come and swim. They are my kids "Vegas Grandparents"!! Thanks Gil and Julie for your love and friendship!! We love you!! (This is defiantly a pro!)

TAG.....I'm it....

How did you meet your man? at a gas station in Cedar City
What is his name? Spencer Shane
How long did you date? a year and a 1/2 and engaged for 6 month
How long have you been married? 9 years in September
Who is taller? me barefoot and him with work boots, he is. Otherwise we are about the same.
Who eats more? he does
Who is the better singer? Me
Who does the laundry? Me
Who pays the bills? Both of us.
Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? Me
Who mows the lawn? Him
Who cooks dinner? Me
Who drives? When we travel we take turns, but around town him.
Who is more stubborn? Defiantly him.
Who kissed who first? Shane kissed me and I did not expect it.
Who asked who out? We had a long distance relationship. He asked me to come to Vegas.
Who is more sensitive? Me defiantly.
Who has more siblings? If you count half siblings him (4 brothers) me 3 sisters.
Who wears the pants? Me, but don't tell him.....LOL
Okay now I tag.......Anna, Kendra, Leslie, and Sylvia

A VERY Fun Weekend...

I had such a great weekend. My Mom and Grandma came from Utah. My Mom's cousins daughter got married, and they live here in Vegas. They got here on Friday and we watched the Jazz game and had dinner. Then Saturday morning Mom and Grandma went to the Temple for the wedding and we went to soccer games and a Primary activity. Then that night Mom, Grandma, and I went to the wedding reception. It was beautiful!! The bride and groom looked very happy and they were excited to see Grandma. They for mothers day we went to church and again watched the Jazz. On Monday and today we just hung out together and we went to a movie this afternoon. After the kids came home from school, Mom and Grandma went home. We were so sad to see them leave, we sure enjoyed our visit. My Mom is not able to visit a lot so it was sure fun to have her here. I just hate to see my family leave, I miss them so much!! Besides Shane, my Mom and my sisters are my BEST FRIENDS!! So after some shedding of tears, (and I haven't done that for a long time) life must return to normal. Back to work and normal living. Thanks for the GREAT weekend Mom.....I love you and miss you.

Twilight the Movie

I am like a little girl when I think of this movie. It is to be released on December 12, and I am so excited. I wanted to share this picture. I think this is a phenomenal picture (thanks Amber). At first I was concerned about the cast, but I think they will do a great job. My book club will be attending the movie. I am going to the midnight showing! If I can find someone to go with me.

Sometimes.....

Sometimes I feel so overwhelmed. I felt that I never have anything exciting to post. My kids are at school and the babysitter and then I am at work. Monday is family home evening, Tuesday and Thursday is soccer practice, Wednesday Shane has Young Mens/Scouts, Saturday we have soccer games and grocery shopping, Friday and Sunday we are lazy. I feel that I never have time to clean my house or do things that I really want to do. I do get my reading in but that is because I have a hard time sleeping at night and then I am tired when I get home from work the next day. This is such a viscous never ending cycle. It absolutely drives me NUTS!!! If anybody has any suggestions for my overwhelming let please advise.

Now for some better news, Shane and I have made our appointment for the Temple. We are receiving our Endowment on September 3rd at the 6pm session and our Sealing is on the 4th at 6 pm. September 4th is our 9 year wedding anniversary.

So now that I have shared our good news and my overwhelming stress, I will go to bed tonight and say my prayers and thank the Lord and my Savior for all the many blessings that I have. They are without number. I will also remind myself that I am a daughter of God and I may not be able to do everything, but I have a Father in Heaven and Older Brother that loves me. Because with God nothing is impossible.

I thought this was great.....Thanks Annette!!

For those of you who have been watching the news and may have wondered....
Some Mormon women sing...


Some Mormon women dance...


Some Mormon women write scary stories...

Some Mormon women have lots of money and really great hair...


I know hundreds of Mormon women.
They do all kinds of different things and live all different kinds of lives.

This woman served as a leader in the Mormon church. She recently spoke to teenage girls worldwide. She encouraged them to stand up to peer pressure, strengthen their families and serve others.

None of the Mormon women I know look like this...

None of them are marrying off their teenage daughters and-- although some may joke about wanting a sister-wife (preferably one who is really fat & ugly, does bathrooms and changes diapers)--none of them really want to share their husband with anyone.

Furthermore...

Some Mormon guys can throw a ball...


Some Mormon guys yell at the ball...


Some Mormon guys make scary movies...


Some Mormon guys have a lot of money and really great hair...


I know hundreds of Mormon guys. They do all kinds of different things and live all kinds of different lives.

This is one of the leaders of the Mormon church. Last Sunday he spoke about honoring women, especially mothers, and gave advice to husbands and children about how to treat the women in their lives.

None of the Mormon men I know look like this...

The Mormon men I know are honest and hard-working. They don't cheat, smoke, drink or gamble. And TRUST ME....the last thing any of them want is another wife.

I can't wait...

I love to read. I am so excited for May, there is 2 books that I am anxiously waiting for. The first one is the "The Host" by Stephenie Meyer, who is a great author and the other is the 5th book in the series "The Great and Terrible" by Chris Stewart. So beside family and everything else I am going to be busy in May reading. It'll be good since Shane just got called as assistand Scout Master and I believe they are going to Catalina Island very soon, probaly after school gets out. I am also in charge of a group that will being going to St. George in August to the Tuacahn to see Les Mes. I am very excited about that, however Shane is not thirlled, but I think that he will enjoy it.

This weekend we had soccer games. Shayna's team won 4-0, there record is now 3-1. Bryce scored 6 goals and played very well. In the age goup that Bryce plays in, they don't keep score. We are just happy that the team all stay's on the field and that they are not chasing butterfiles and/or crying. I took my camera to the games but by batteries died before I could take a picture. That's my luck.

Shayna went to her Primary teachers house after soccer to make cookies. Her Primary teacher has two sons that are in the service and are stationed in Japan. So they made cookies to send to the soliders. She had a great time. While Shayna was there we took Bryce to the mall to get some new glasses. He has broke 3 pairs this year and he has having to wear his soccer goggles. I need to go back to work for the Eye Dr........Nah I don't think so.

So this is the completion to our exciting week. My Mom and Grandma are coming in 2 weeks and I am SOOOOO excited to see them.

Want to know a seceret?

I love to watch the UFC. Shane and I enjoy doing this together. It reminds me of when I was a little girl and we would stay up late on Saturday nights and watch WWF wresteling. I was a "Hulkamanic". Some of the best times was staying up late with Dad and watching all those fights and we lived for Wrestelmania. However, the UFC is better because it is real. (Sorry Dad.) We also watch the Ultimate Fighting Challenge on Spike TV on Wednesdays. It is so fun and Shane and I really get into it. So there is my dirty little seceret. BTW this picture is of Matt Hughes and he is my FAVORITE!!

Oh what do you do in the summertime????

So maybe it's not summer where you are at, but it is sure nice here. Shayna and Bryce have both been playing soccer for 2 1/2 years now. This is how we spend our Saturday's in the spring, summer, and fall. Shayna is on an all girls team and she is the goalie. She loves playing the goalie she has definatley improved over the last couple of seasons. I love to watch her team when there is actually some structure. Bryce on the other hand does not have alot of structure, they just chase the ball around and they don't play a goalie. Last Saturday I actually took my camera and took some pictures and I thought I would share them.....So now you now what we do 9 months out of the year.

Here we go...

Well I must say that my sister inspired me to do this and it seem fun to share our families lives with you. This is going to be an exciting year for us here at the Thompson household. Shane and I are planning on going to the Temple on September 4th and we are VERY excited. To have my children with me forever is so exciting. (I guess I will take Shane with me also). I don't write in a journal so I thought I could do an online journal. Thank you for being such important friends and families in our lives. Love to all of you.....
Kari