New Baby

Whit Stanley Sage was born on November 11th at . He weighted 8 lbs 7 oz and was 21 inches long. He had tons of hair and was so super cute. It was my best labor and delivery I think. I was scheduled for an elective induction. We kind of liked the birth date of 11/12/13, and thought if I didn't go on my own first, that's what we'd shoot for. I was due on the 15th, so we made it to our pick of the days. I was supposed to call the hospital that morning and they said they had a busy night and would get back to me. I was a nine month along pregnant lady, so I didn't really like the sound of that! But luckily, they got me in around 10 that morning and started me on pitocin. I got an epidural but didn't push the button for any more medicine. It was great. I could feel what was going on and was ready to push. It only took a few pushes and he was born at 3:25pm. I felt really great and didn't have a hard recovery. He didn't poop for a few days and had high bilirubin when we left the hospital so we had to do some follow up but that took care of itself. He also cried so hard one night he herniated his belly button. But grew out of that fairly quickly. He also had blocked tear ducts and we had a few weeks of really nasty eye goop, but that took care of itself too.

Walk of Fame

Crew gets to read books for school and take tests on them. When they get to specific point goals they get to participate in the "Walk of Fame". The other kids line the halls and watch, clap, and cheer for them. It's a simple reward, but they seem to really like it. He's gotten to do this a few times now. And he's made over 250 points so far this year. Way to go Crew, we are so glad you are doing well in school and reading!

Halloween

Bear with me in the next week or so while I attempt to make up for my lost time in the blogger world! I've had a little change in life that has caught me a little busier than I used to be. But I'm vowing to make up for the lost posts and share what we've been up to. For you who read, and for my record keeping sake.

This was Halloween 2013. We had a friend Halloween party. It was lots of fun. For that party, Rett and I dressed up as a nun and priest. I sincerely apologize is this is offensive to anyone. But it was the only time we'd be able to make this work for real! At this party Crew was a hunter and Drake was a 49ers football player. 

What's Halloween without some pumpkin carving. It was lot's of fun!

While trick or treating I think Drake was a power ranger and Crew a cowboy, as well as at Crew's school party. They actually wore a few costumes this year to different events. This is what I've got pictures of anyway! And at Crew's Party at school I had to help but was a little worried about the nun costume, so I made something else really simple work. It's Snoopy! And I think it was super cute and fun. And got tons of great comments on it!

Our Boys

Crew and Drake make me so happy. Lately they've done a few things that I have to record.

Since we went to the USU homecoming football game Drake has been super into their mascot Big Blue. When Rett and Crew throw the football around he gets geared up in his own little outfit complete with a belt for a tail and runs around waving and cheering them on. I wish I had a picture! It is so funny! At first we thought of discouraging this as parents. But we've decided that we have to support what our kids want to do so we joke about putting him into a cheer camp. He says that's what he wants to be when he grows up. One reason is because he won't have to talk to anyone. This is typical of Drake! So cute! If I get a picture I'll post it!

Crew is growing up so much! He missed the bus today for the first time this year. And the reason why is what makes it funny. He was supposed to be putting his shoes on to get out the door. But when he went into the mud room the messy shoes all over apparently called his name. He was trying to organize them. It reminded me of when he was 3ish. He wouldn't get in bed until the living room was picked up. He is just a little OCD. And isn't always. But he's definitely neater than Drake. Sometimes I feel bad that they have to share a room. And Crew does a lot more of the cleaning than Drake even though it's usually not his mess.

I love these boys! They are so cute and so fun. A ton of work and definitely not perfect. But they are growing up and learning tons. They try hard to do what's right and continue to amaze me with how smart they are. They teach me so much! I love being a mother to Crew and Drake! And I am so grateful for the blessing they are to me!

Drake is 5

I cannot believe it has been 5 years since my Drakey Baby was born! Crazy! Last month we went camping for Drake's birthday. He had a good time, I think. It depended on the moment, because when things weren't going how he wanted he did tell us a few times that it was the worst birthday every and that we ruined his birthday. But I think that was just ornery Drake not getting his way. He was super excited to get a power rangers costume, a bow just like his brother, and some legos. 

These are pictures taken throughout the last year. Most of them just make me laugh and smile because they show me the true Drake! He's such a goofy boy! And the sad part is, only his family really gets to see his goofiness. Because he's usually so shy that he's a quiet, calm kiddo around others.

Drake and I made a little road trip the other day to pick up and drop off dogs for Rett. Drake was so good. And he was coming up with all these funny ideas. "If dogs could drive we could take a nap together". It was a great idea! I would have loved a nap!

Recently on another day I was on a phone call that I took in another room to make sure it was quiet. When I came back, Drake was on the floor in the pantry eating out of a huge Costco bag of M&Ms. When I told him he couldn't have any more because I'm sure he had enough he told me "Why not, it's a party in my mouth!" in this silly voice. It made me laugh so hard! Such a funny one! We are so grateful he is part of our family! Life just wouldn't be the same without him. We love you Drakey Man!

Archery Elk Hunt

Rett got an archery elk tag this year and planned to take the week off to hunt with his Dad. He didn't get a chance to do much scouting beforehand, but they have hunted this area a lot in the past, so he was just planning on seeing if he could find out where the elk were at, and maybe getting close to them at some point during the week. He started out early Monday morning and got right in the middle of a herd! Lucky man! He was all by himself, so no one got to see him bask in his glory. But his boys were sure excited when we got the text message and saw that Daddy shot an elk with his bow! Rett shot it way up in the hills, and couldn't get a four-wheeler to it, so he had to do quite a few trips within two days to get it packed out. He was a tired boy, but that didn't stop him from going back to work on Wednesday. He got to save three days of vacation since he got the elk so early in his week! Yay for Rett. We are so excited for our mighty hunter. This one isn't as big as the one he shot when I was with him, but any animal is a trophy when you're bow hunting. Although, he made the "mistake" of telling the boys that if he shot one they could put it on their wall. And that is the first thing they said to me when they saw the picture! Crew was ready to take things off the wall, and thought he was getting a full shoulder mount. When he didn't see the cape attached when Rett pulled in he was a little disappointed. And we had to explain to him what a European mount was. And we'll see....I'm not sure that it will even fit on their wall! It's also nice to have the meat. And Rett tells me this is actually pretty inexpensive meat since he didn't really buy anything but the tag for this hunt. Crazily enough, we just bought half a beef for our freezer. So it's a good thing we have another one. We just have to clean up and organize the ducks that are in it! Anyway, we were excited for Rett and his hunt. And really excited that he came home early to be with his family!