Pregnancy...

I feel as though I am having a love/hate relationship with being pregnant. Don't get me wrong, I think pregnancy is a very beautiful thing and is such a miracle. There are just many ups and downs with it all. The loves of being pregnant...

• I have a healthy little GIRL growing inside ME that I get to bond with for 40 weeks (hopefully a little less)
• As I get further along, I have an excuse for having a big belly.
• I like that I have the pregnancy glow and I often get comments about it
• I get to park in the expected mother parking in the front row at the mall (which is very nice when I have to my 2 crazy boys with me too)
• I have something to look forward to in Sept when we get to bring this baby into this world
• I love to feel all the movements of this baby, it really is so amazing
• My boobs grew like 2 cups sizes, which is more of a  plus for the hubby I guess

The dislikes of being pregant...

• I get to go through summer being huge while I see other girls super skinny and in bikinis (knowing no matter how hard I work out or eat good, I will not look great this summer)
• I have AWFUL ligament pain in my pelvis that makes many things very painful, including sleeping and rolling over, walking, and putting on pants.
• Because of the ligament pain, it is hard to move around and play with my kids very much.
• I can get very cranky and grumpy for no reason at all, and I feel so bad when I do. But I honestly feel like I just can't help it sometimes.
• I get very winded, even just from walking a little bit.

Overall, I am very happy and extremely lucky to be able to be pregnant and have healthy children. I know I am very blessed to have such smooth pregnancies and really shouldn't complain. I can NOT wait for september to be here and meet my little girl. I still can't believe its a girl. I am lucky to have people around me that deal with my moodiness and help me out so much. I can't wait to meet our princess and get my old self back again and get our life situated. The next few months are going to be crazy as I prepare to take my HUGE test in July, another one the end of July, my Clinical exam to get my license in Aug and graduate dental hygiene school in Aug as well. Then I get a month to prepare for our baby and move back home to Utah!

WHY I RUN

I love running...


Because it gives ME my own identity. I'm not just a mom. I'm a RUNNER.


Because people tell me I can't or shouldn't. Say those words, and you can guarantee I WILL.
Because it feels good.

Because even when it doesn't feel good, it feels good
afterwards.

Because I love the sweat.

Because I love the hills.

Because the best showers are post-run showers.

Because it's taught me to push myself.

Because I can push and explore my limits.

Because I sleep better and deeper at night.

Because it keeps sickness away.

Because it reduces stress.

Because it fills me with positive emotions.

Because running to music feels like dancing.

Because it's the one thing I know I can accomplish in a day.

Because it makes me feel unconquerable.

Because I could probably outrun any attacker.

Because of the sprint to the end.

Because it gives me a quantitative way to track my fitness progress.

Because my kids are watching and learning. They think they're runners to.

Because it is fun.

Because races are addicting.

Because early-morning runs allow me to see the sunrise.

Because it gives me freedom.

Because no other exercise compares.

Because it's ME time.

Because monster mom becomes happy mom.

Because when I'm done, I feel like I can conquer the world.

Because I can.

Day Four

Day {4} Meaning behind your blog name

Well, I'm by no means creative at all. I think the creative gene went to my 2 sisters and kind of just skipped over me. But A Forever Family is pretty self explanatory. We are hoping to make it to the temple this year and get sealed for time and all eternity. What can better than being with your family forever? Can't wait!

Day Three

Day {3} Pet Peeves



One thing that really gets me is hearing people swallow. That drives me nuts.


I hate gossip. I hate when people talk bad about other people.

There are really not a lot of things that bug me. I'm pretty laid back and can handle a lot of stuff.
Pretty boring, I know.

Now off the subject, School is going so great. Between classes and studying, it takes up all my time, but I am learning so much and really enjoying it. The biggest downfall is not getting the time I need with Cory and Zack. When I was leaving for school yesterday, Cory asked where I was going. So I told him school and he said "again?" in the saddest voice and then sighed. It was so sad. I just have to keep telling myself that it will all be worth it in the end. Only 5 more weeks till the end of this term then I'll finally have a 2 week break (where my sis, Bobbi, better have her baby so I can come see him).

Cory started preschool in January and I cannot believe the difference its made. He has gotten so smart and can talk so much now. Zack is a little smarty as well. They make me so proud! Its Josh's dad's birthday this sunday and we are going down to Salt lake for the day. Cory and Zack are so excited to make him a cake and sing him happy birthday. We can't wait. I know I say this a lot, but I love my boys SO much! I miss them like crazy when I'm at school. I love to just sit and watch them play together and play with me. Zack tells me everyday and I'm his best friend :) He always knows just what to say to make me feel better. He's my cuddle buddy and will always give me the best hugs and kisses, especially when I'm down. LOVE THEM!!

With summer coming, I'm missing southern utah SO much. I miss being only 45 min from St. George and Zions, and I miss going to my neices softball games. I miss just hanging out at my sisters and letting the kids all play together. I miss hanging out with my nieces and being able to just talk anytime about anything. I miss being closer to Salt Lake and all my family up there. There are a lot of things I miss right now, but I am very glad to have my family with me that I do have. Josh has been great through with my schooling and studying and helps out a ton. Its made such a huge difference. My mom has been amazing. She is always willing to help out with the boys when Josh cannot. She is such a great mom.

Until tomorrow, Have a good night!

Day two

Day {2}: Your favorite movie

I honestly can't think of a movie that is my absolute favorite. I have been trying to think all day and still can't come up with any. There are not many movies I can watch over and over again.

But one that I really do like is this one

The Wedding Planner

I'm a sucker for chick flicks

Another one I like is Prince of Egypt.

I like this one cause it brings back memories as a kid. Me and my little sister used to always watch this on sundays and sing along with it. Good times!

Day ONE

day 1: recent picture of yourself and 15 interesting facts about you

Not the best picture, but the most recent one I have.

Now here are the 15, probably not very interesting, facts about muah:

{1} After watching American Idol this season, I have really began to love Jennifer Lopez she is just so dang beautiful!

{2} I am the first in my family to graduate college with a degree, barely before my little sis

{3} I have never ever been to Disney Land

{4} I have the 2 most handsome boys you will ever see, they are my life

{5} I married my high school sweetheart

{6} I am in school for Dental Hygiene, which requires a lot of time and dedication

{7} Before getting married, I lived 3 hours away from Josh, had my own house, worked full time, attended school full time, and was raised my kids by myself. It was a hard time but such a great time for me to grow.

{8} My addiction is going to the lake. I have ALWAYS been a huge fan of boating and really anything to do with the lake. When I see a lake on tv, I crave going there.

{9} My favorite food is my dad's steaks. Best EVER!

{10} I seem to retain things really well when it comes to school, but tend to be very forgetful about other things

{11} I get asked almost everyday if my boys are twins. Sometimes it feels like they are.

{12} I love having my boys only 14 months apart. They are best friends

{13} Being a mom is truly the best thing in this world.

{14} I will do anything for my family and friends. I will always put them first and whenever one of them needs help, they can always count on me. I will drop anything for them.

{15} I am a really good listener. I love when people talk to me and tell me anything.

There you have it, my not so interesting facts about me. Now time to go study for a test I have in a few hours. Wish me luck! Hope everyone has a great day!

30 Days About ME

I have had a couple blogging friends do this cool 30 day thing. I thought it would be such a fun idea to do and fun to have to look back on!

Here's the list of things...

day {1}: recent picture of yourself and 15 interesting facts about you

day{2}: your favorite movie

day {3}: pet peeves

day {4}: meaning behind your blog name

day {5}: your parents

day {6}: your celebrity crush

day {7}: an animal you'd love to keep as a pet

day {8}: a hobby of yours

day {9}: a place you love

day {10}: a person you love

day {11}: favorite tv shows

day {12}: photo of you taken ten years ago

day {13}: something you're afraid of

day {14}: your makeup bag

day {15}: your family

day 16: something you're looking forward to

day {17}: favorite book

day {18}: what makes you different from everyone else

day {19}: something you bought recently

day {20}: favorite song

day {21}: your friends

day {22}: a place you've traveled to

day {23}: favorite recipe

day {24}: favorite photo

day {25}: plans/dreams/goals you have

day {26}: a habit you wish you didn't have

day {27}: a picture of you last year and a picture of you now

day {28}: something that stresses you out

day {29}: put your ipod on shuffle, what are the first ten songs

day {30}: photo of yourself today + three good things that have happened in the past 30 days
this will be interesting