WiLl U bE mY VaLeNtiNe?

Thankfully Josh and the kids answered "yes" to be MINE! I really did enjoy having Valentine's day on a weekend. It was so fun. We did heart-shaped pancakes for breakfast, cupid brought us all a few things, Josh took me out to lunch to Mimi's Cafe, (dinner time would have been nuts!), we watched a movie all together as a family (madagascar 2) and visited Josh's parents for some chocolate covered strawberries. I really did enjoy the holiday. And I relished in a day to just eat lots of chocolate. Hmmm...I mean I really relished in a day where I had many opportunities to tell my family and friends how very much I love them. And I do. So if I didn't tell you then...I love you!

DrApEr TeMpLe

Josh and I got to take the kids to see the Draper Temple Open house on Friday. It is the most beautiful temple and it was so fun to take the kids there. I loved being able to explain special things to her and for her to have this great learning experience. She loved the mirrors in the Sealing rooms. The whole time she kept asking when we would get to the room where people get married. It was just amazing to take our kids. Some have said that the spirit is less poignant in an un-dedicated temple than a dedicated temple, but I absolutely felt the spirit. If you get the chance to go, you should. I wish our picture would have turned out better- the sun was so bright so Annelise looks like a turkey in it. I know how lucky I am to be able to attend the temple and wish I could more regularly. I also know how lucky we all are to live near some many beautiful buildings. It is truly amazing.

MoVe It!

Annelise has been beyond obsessed with cheerleading lately. One of her teachers at school has a daughter at Clearfield who is a cheerleader and invited Annelise to do a "mini cheer clinic." She loved it. And they got to perform at a half-time show for a basketball game. She has asked me to make home-made pom poms...and has wanted all her Barbies to be cheerleaders. It is super funny. However, I am not sure I want her to some day be a cheerleader- I did love it and enjoy it- but the sport has alot of down-falls. Only time will tell if she holds this interest!

jAnUaRy & fEbRuArY bLaHs...

I think it is a good thing I don't have much to write about. Except when I am bored of playing "princess" with Annelise and a short order cook and maid for Aaron I am not so sure I like the lax-ness of this time of year. I am excited for Valentine's Day- and I must say waking up little Cole each morning does make it a little more fun. I love babies so much! I wish I would have appreciated my other kids more when they were babies. I do not have much for complaints they really are good kids. And I sure think they are cute! It is amazing how much one can love their kids. I have certainly found that out with all three.

Infact, I do have a story for you- Aaron has a querky habit to his personality. He always puts things down his shirt instead of using his pockets. When I change his clothes at night there is almost always something hidden in there. ONe day he really took it a little too far...and well, this is what resulted! I took a pic of all the stuff that he had stuffed in there so you can see how nuts he is! It is too funny.




Oh! I just remembered one other thing I have to look forwsrd to- the BASEBALL season is coming soon! Yah! I sure hope the D-backs have a better season this year!

MaYrA's VaLeNtInE's TaG

For all you married people out there! Tag your married friends that you want to know about!
1. When is your "engagement" anniversary: July 10 2002
2. When is your "marriage" anniversary: Aug 8 2002
3. How long have you known your spouse: NOT LONG ENOUGH! Jk...6 yrs.
4. How long did you date/court before you were engaged: long distance for 6 mos.
5. Altogether? engaged for 1 month (my mom was really not happy about that)
Where did you meet your spouse for the first time: BYU soccer game
6. What is your spouse's full name: Joshy pooperscooper Yeates What were his parents thinking?
7. Do you have any children yet: of course! We couldn't wait to join that bandwagon
8. How many: 3 really sweet, beautiful ninos
9. Do you have any house pets: no, and I don't think we ever will (much to Annelise's dismay)
10. Do you own a house or rent: Own-with a very lovely mortgage I don't think we will ever pay off!
11. Do you live in the country or town/city: City and frankly it isn't a big enough city to satisfy me
12. What is one of your favorite activities together: not telling...jk. We love to read together or debate politics
13. Do you have a favorite vacation spot: Rocky Point,we love it so much.
14. How many siblings (including in-laws): 16 and I love them all
15. What church do you attend: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
16. Is this the church you were married in: Well, technically we were married in the temple...so the Mesa Temple
17. What town is your current address: a dot on the map of the US
18. Do you work or stay at home: both, unfortunately
19. Where did you honeymoon: Cancun, Mexico
20: Leave a piece of marriage advice: My aunt gave me the best piece I have ever gotten- she told me that after I married Josh I needed to BELIEVE & KNOW that he IS the "right one." And not look back or wonder ever again. Good huh?