This saying rings true for me every January but even more this year, "January was a tough year, but we made it." I'm not sure why but I've felt more sad, moody, depressed and anti-social the past month than I ever have. Maybe it's the weather, a teething and sick baby who doesn't sleep, being stuck in monotony, not getting enough exercise or probably just a combination of each one. Either way, it's been a rough month and I couldn't be happier to see it gone.
January definitely had it's good times too, thankfully. Lydia's science box came and we had a blast putting together a constellation lantern and a solar spinner.
Brayden offered to teach the girls swimming lessons so we went last Saturday for their first lesson. Allie is not afraid and gave Brayd a run for his money I think. They girls adore him though and it's been a fun thing to do in the winter.
The girls love playing with Allie's bead jewelry she got for Christmas. They come up with some pretty creative stuff!
I let slip that I was looking for ink pads for the girls' stamps and the next thing I know, Mom Peck sent her whole two box collection! We're set for life! It's been so fun and we're so grateful for wonderful grandparents.
It was so great to hang out with Sarah during the break. She's such a fun aunt!
We were notified just a few days in advance that Lindsay would be coming home from her mission for some medical reasons. We were able to see her at the airport and had a wonderful time catching up with dinner afterwards. She touched so many lives and even though it wasn't easy, Lindsay always kept the faith and was such an inspiring example to us all. We love her so much.
It was Hudson's first time meeting his aunt! We love our family!
Kristen took these adorable photos of the kids the other day. Hudson at ten months.
Allie (3)
Loren and I were able to go with Dad, Aaron and Landon cross country skiing last Saturday. I absolutely loved it! It was SO nice to be outside and moving my body. Aaron was a champ and was right up there with us. Such a fun afternoon!
Lydia gave this to me when I came downstairs one more morning. I almost cried.
This boy. If I was a drinking woman I'd be toast. I guess Heavenly Father knew what he was doing in making babies so cute, otherwise there'd be problems. Hudson has struggled so much with sleeping and I finally got him to a point where he was only waking once a night. Then a couple weeks ago it was all for naught as he woke every 1-2 hours and would not go back to sleep unless I fed him. He was also super agitated and cranky during the day. I thought I was headed to the funny farm. Loren was at a CLE in Salt Lake for a few days but I'm so blessed with wonderful family to help. Finally on Sunday, I couldn't do it anymore and took him to Instacare. It turns out he had a lot of drainage at the back of his throat which built up pressure and made it painful to lay down. The only thing that helped it was to nurse. So at least I knew what I was dealing with. Come to find out, he also cut two teeth during that time too. By Tuesday he was feeling much better only to start teething again today. I hope those little chompers come in quick!
We were able to visit Great Grandma Griffiths for her 102nd birthday. This beautiful woman never ages and has a memory like a steel trap. It's incredible to see. She has quite a legacy! Loren and his dad were at the CLE and were sad to miss it.
Mom Peck sent me this photo of Loren at his dad's office twenty years ago. Wow, how times have changed! So crazy to think that Loren would be working there a few decades later. This has been a crazy stressful week for him with Freebairn trial preparations. Many late nights and early mornings. Loren said he had his first panic attack yesterday. It's hard to see him go through all that he does and I find myself getting increasingly furious at the other lawyers for completely swamping him. They better hope they don't meet me in a deserted hallway. I just wish it was March so we can get the thing over with. He works so hard and I couldn't be prouder of him. We can hang in there one more month.
Well here's to hoping we have a little more sun in February!
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