June? Really?? Where’s the sun?

So, once again, it’s taken me FORever to update my blog. I know, it’s torturous for all my faithful blog-followers…. Lol! But really, there has been a lot going on, and a lot I’d like to write about. But then I think about how much I’d have to catch up on, it feels like too much work, so I don’t do anything. Makes sense, no?

So, let’s start with the most exciting event, I ran the Eugene 1/2 Marathon!!! In January I was not a runner/jogger. Many times before I had started a training program and never made it past week 2. This time I actually stuck to my program, and ended up jogging approx. 10-10.5 miles and walking the rest in intervals!

I had SO much fun! There were so many people there, and the atmosphere was very exciting. The weather was perfect, it didn’t rain at all, and it wasn’t too warm. I had some family and friends cheering me on around the 3 mile mark, 6.5 mile mark, 9 mile mark and of course at the finish line. That always gave me an added boost of energy when I’d see them We all finished in Hayward field which was so awesome. We ran in on the northeast side, and finished a half lap on the track. “Running in the footsteps of legends” was the theme. I loved it, and I am excited for the next one I will do on Labor Day weekend! My goal for that one is to jog the entire race. And of course beat my current time of 3hrs 9min. My next run before that will be the Butte to Butte 10k on July 4th. I’m looking forward to that. Now just need to get back on track with my training. (my pictures are unfortunately not uploading now, I will try to get them on soon. Knowing me it will be a month or two.)

Mhh, let’s see, what else has happened? After spring break, I made the decision to move Tyrell to going to school only two days a week. I could tell he was getting overwhelmed, and during his spring break, he seemed to totally relax. A lot of the “challenging behaviors” that come when he gets really over-stimulated had gone away. I considered taking him all the way out of school, but I have seen definite growth in him from being in class. He’s so interested in playing with his friends, and participating in games. So I decided to try going to 2 days a week and see if that made a difference. It definitely did, and even in school his teachers see a big difference. He’s much more relaxed, participates and talks more in class. Tyrell loves “school” work, saying letters and letter sounds, writing, and is starting to read! I am SO proud of him!

Terrence also loves “school” stuff. My Nana is one of our amazing volunteers, and she started keeping a journal about their time together. She bought Tyrell and Terrence both their own journals, and Terrence is so proud of his. He loves to write in it, and show me. His favorite saying these days is “Mommy, watch me! Watch me, Mom!” I love hearing that from him. He’s just such a sweetheart.

Adisyn will be 4 years old on monday…. *sniff, sniff* I can’t believe my baby will be 4. I remember so well the day she was born, and falling in love all over again with that sweet little girl. Before she was born, I remember rocking the boys, my heart completely overflowing with love for them, and wondering how I could love another child as much as I loved them. But as soon as I saw her, I loved her. I remember the doctor said “She’s just a little peanut” And she was, all 6lb 110z of her. She’s an amazing sister to her brothers, and they just adore her. They’ve all been playing this game lately that is just too cute. They are role-playing out a part from a Barney movie…. Two of the kids go and swing on the swings outside, and the 3rd is inside. So the 3rd walks out and says “Hello Everybody!!” Then the 2 on the swings say “Barney!!” and they all run to each other and give a big group hug. It’s the cutest thing! Then they rotate who will play what role, and do it again. Over and over. Too funny.

They are super excited for summer to be here! Me too… I’m SO OVER this rain…. makes me grumpy…. lol. Seriously though, I really miss working in my yard. I have only about half of my garden planted so far. I hope the seeds I plant will have time to grow by the time I get them in. Terrence keeps asking to go in the swimming pool. Such a cutie.

Last week for the first time, I took them hiking. I love to hike. I haven’t gone in forever, unless you count walking up Mountaingate, where my parents used to live. ‘Cause that is a pretty good hike. But that was one thing that just got put to the wayside over the last many years. Anyway, I figured that since my kids love being active, and love being outside, they’d probably do really great going for a hike. So Saturday morning, my cousin Heather and I loaded everyone up and went to Mt. Pisgah. We didn’t go all the way to the top. I think Tyrell could definitely make it, and maybe Adisyn. But Terrence is more into taking his time, and taking in all the sights, flowers and bugs that he could fine. So we did a short loop, probably about 1.5miles, and the kids loved it! It was an awesome day weather wise, no raining. They had so much fun! I can’t wait to take them back.

Then on Memorial day, the kids and I drove up to Salem to meet up with my good friend Stacy. It was her birthday, and so we packed all 7 of us into her truck and drove out to Silver Falls. I had never been there before, but Stacy had many times. I had heard from a lot of people how pretty it is, so I was excited to go. Once again, the kids did amazing! We saw the South Falls, and it was absolutely beautiful! I’m pretty sure it was the first big waterfall the kids got to see up close. The trail went behind it, across the bridge at the bottom, and at the top. I can’t wait to go back without the kidlets so I can do the long hike that takes you past several falls.

Oh! And, more exciting news, that I’m sure all my faithful blog-followers (ok, all 2 of you) already know is, my sister Michelle and Tim are engaged!! He proposed at the beach on memorial day. *singing* “Goin’ to the chapel and they’re…. gonna get ma-a-a-ried!” I’m so excited for them!! They’re thinking next summer for their wedding, and I’m sure the next year is going to be full of fun planning, and go by way too fast.

Well on that note, I’m out of things to say for now.   I’ll try to update sooner than another few months….

(I’m having an issue posting pics, so I’ll try posting them on a separate post)

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