The Zoo

 We have had a couple fun trips to the zoo so far this summer. The price for a season pass for my family was not even the price of going twice so we decided it would be worth it. I love the zoo.

Judson sat here for so long- just watching the sea lions

I have this same picture in the lion fountain when I was a baby with my mom :)

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Seven Peaks

 We are so excited to be back in Orem this year to take advantage of our Seven Peaks season passes! We have gone about once a week so far this summer :) Judson loves the water. It is a bit difficult because of his nap schedule but he sleeps there just fine while the other kids play in the kiddie pools.

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Elizabeth Frances

 My baby sister Macy had her little girl last month. Alyssa and I drove up to Helena Montana to meet her. She is such a sweetheart. I love my little Lizzie Lu!

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9 Months Old!

 Judson is 9 months and I can't believe it!! He is about 18 pounds. He eats so much!! He is Jabbering tons and says mamamama dadadada nanananana along with other nonsense sounds. He loves to play with his toys especially balls and he is so in love with his dog. He is such a joy and has added so much to this family! I am so grateful to be his mama.

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Triathalon

I ran my first ever triathalon. It was very ambitious of me. Although I am not in great shape, I wanted to challenge myself. I actually signed up for it last year after I had lost 40 pounds and then I found out I was pregnant with Judson, so I had to postpone it.
It was possibly the hardest thing I have ever done. It was emotionally and physically draining. I was very emotionally through the whole thing but I stuck with it and slowly but steady I finished. I almost had a panic attack in the pool- there were so many people and I was so nervous that I couldn't catch my breath. 6 long pool lengths seemed to go on forever. The bike part was by far, the hardest. I was not prepared for how hard it was. There was a monster hill that we had to go up- twice! Both times, i got half way up and I had to get off and walk. It was so steep. 12 miles went on forever- especially the second loop. But there was a downhill portion at the end which was very welcomed. By the time it was time to run, I was on auto pilot. I once again had to go up the monster hill, which I walked. And then I was able to run most of the rest. I ran the last 2 miles to the finish line without stopping at all which is amazing considering how tired I was. As soon as I crossed the finish line, I had a complete breakdown- bawling like a baby and I couldn't control it. I was exhausted and emotionally it was almost too much. It was incredibly hard but I am proud that I did it and that I finished.
 My sister, Lyssa did the race with me and I totally admire her for doing it also. It was hard for her too but she was a rock star and finished about 20-25 minutes before I did. And she was there at the finish to hug me as I had my melt down. I love her so much and I am so Proud of her!

Before the race started.... scared to death

Swim 300 Meters

Bike 12.5 miles

Run 5k

crossing the finish line

after the race

A few weeks ago, a bunch of my extended family ran a 5k to support a friend of my uncle who's wif is battling cancer. It was a good bonding experience and I was so proud that so many of us showed up and we all finished!! I love my family more than words can say!

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8 MONTHS

 Look who is 8 months... Judson!! He is getting so big. He finally sit up by himself and is starting to get up on his knees and rock back and forth. He may be crawling soon. He LOVES his sisters and his dog Jovi. He especially loves to watch his sisters dance around. He started eating rice puffs and other baby snacks, but still no teeth in sight. He is still as happy as ever and I am convinced I have the best behaved baby in the world.

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