Nebraska

Hello. Not too much has happened since I last posted but We're all doing well here in Omaha. The last few weeks the weather has been amazing! It's been in the high 60s and I've been able to take the kids outside to play everyday! Unfortunately, last friday night we went to bed and woke up to about 6 or 7 inches of snow on the ground and have been stuck inside ever since. The kids and I are going crazy!! Luckily in a few weeks we will be in sunny AZ. Anyway, Jon has had the last few days off and we've been able to do a few home projects and the kids have had lots of daddy time. It's going to be hard to see him go back to school on Monday. Anyway, that's about it for us. Hope you are all having a wonderful week!!

Backus

Not to many exciting things have happened to us this week. But I'm not complaining. Friday Matt took the day off from looking for a job and we took the kids on a picnic at the park and then to Bass Pro Shop. They loved seeing the fish and all the stuffed animals and antlers on the walls. Then this morning we went on a very child friendly hike with Noelle and Nellie. 

Last Saturday I was able to see Naomi participate in the Distinguished Young Women's program, formally known as Junior Miss. She did fantastic and it brought back a lot of memories. Melanie do you know that now if you win the spirit of Junior Miss you get a $500 scholarship! Oh and this year the girls knew what question they would be getting ahead of time! That would have taken off some of the stress. 

Anyways, that about sums it up. Thanks for all the kind words and messages, we are all doing much better.

Meili Jane Frost

We feel so blessed to have Meili Jane Frost join our family on January 31, 2012 at 7:57am.  She was a big girl at 8lbs. 14.5oz. and 21 inches long.  I never knew I was capable of having such a big baby.  She is almost a pound and a half bigger then Elena and 2 1/2 pounds bigger then what Bekah was.  Look at those cheeks. :)  She also has really dark brown hair, not sure what that came from either.  She is such a good baby.  Both Bekah and Lena are completely in love and are great big helpers.  We are so happy she is finally here.

Backus

First of all, congratulations to Lindsay and Stacey! It's so exciting that you both had little girls! I haven't heard if Melissa  has had her baby girl yet, but it should be any time now.
Last weekend I went to Ami Baldwin's wedding reception. While I was there a man came up to me and asked if I remembered who he was. He looked so familiar to me, but for the life of me I could not remember who he was. I felt bad that I had to tell him no. He then informed me that he was Mr. Blum. For those of you that didn't go to Burk elementary he was the principle there. It was fun to see him, but I hope I didn't make him feel bad. Like" oh, great I obviously didn't make any impression on that child". Hey, can I help it I was so good and never got sent to the office! ;)
This has been a bit of a roller coaster of a week. I went to the doctor on Tuesday, and the baby didn't have a heart beat. By how big the baby was they think he died at 13 weeks. I was scheduled for a D&C the next day. The doctor had given me some meds to help soften my cervix (sorry tmi). Well it really did it's job and I ended up miscarrying at home. It was a very long night, but we were able to find out that it was a little boy and I am grateful I didn't have to have the D&C (I'm not sure why, but I really didn't want to do it). It has of course been an emotional time, but we feel Heavenly Father's hand in all of this.
Matt got another temp job during tax season and has some more interviews coming up for something more permanent. One looks like it could be in Texas. It is kind of exciting to wonder were we will end up. My first choice is to stay here, but there is always something fun about discovering new places. I guess time will tell. I just hope it tells us soon. :)
I can't wait to see pictures of those cute babies and hear how everyone else is doing!

Backus

This week has been a good week going to parks, story time and spending a lot of time over at grandparents house. Last night Matt and I went to the temple for date night. We saw Joy's mom, Mindy's Grandpa, Claire's dad and Kristen Allen Shclink (I have no idea how to spell her last name.) It was fun to see them. Unfortunately, I didn't get to talk to Claire's dad, he was already surrounded by lots of people who wanted to talk to him as well. We also went to one of my favorite restaurants. Mango's. I have decided that Horchata is my favorite drink. I honestly could drink it all day everyday. Anyways, is has been nice to have sisters near by who are engaged, but their fiances live out of state. They are always asking me if I need a babysitter. We are definitely taking advantage. 

My boys are in a "pack rat" phase. They are constantly hiding their toys so Lacey won't play with them, at least that is what they tell me. I find piles of toys in the strangest places. They haven't quit figured out that when they hide their toys, they can't play with them either. So now they are always bored. 

Blake is convinced that I am having twins and has Tyler thinking the same thing. Tyler wants to name the babies Deodi (De-oh-de) and Luke walking sky. He is really into Star Wars but since he has never seen the movies he can't get the names quit right. He means Yoda and Luke Sky Walker. Even though I am already in maternity pants I am hoping it is because I am just fat and not because I am having twins. I guess I 'll find out when I go to the doctor in a couple of weeks. Here's hoping I'm a fatty. :) 

Woolleys

Hello Ladies! I'm so glad we are doing this, Thanks Lindsay for putting this together!! We are into our second year of Physical Therapy at Creighton. I never thought I would say this but I love it here! Not enough to stay forever of course but I am really enjoying it here. Olivia just turned three and she is crazy tall!!! She is already in size 4t! She is constantly talking, singing and dancing. Literally. Her mouth and legs do not stop moving ever! She's a lot of fun and I love playing with her. Trevin just turned one:( I'm still a little sad about that one. I just can't believe how fast he is growing up! He walks around everywhere and gets into everything! Jon and I are just trying to survive the last year and a half of school and figure out what the future holds for us. Jon is considering the air force or Alaska so I fear we are going to be away for along time. Anyway, Life is good and I am hoping to see you girls in March when Noelle and Nellie get married.

Frost Update

Well, there isn't too much to update on since I last saw you all.  A little over two weeks until Meili is born and I am ready NOW.  I don't remember my back and hips hurting this much with Bekah and Elena.  With the anticipation of Meili's arrive we decided it was time to purchase a larger vehicle.  So, this last week we bought a 2006 Honda Pilot.  It is in good shape and I am loving the extra room.

Brian has made the decision to take a semester off from law school.  He is working full time as a contractor for the company he worked with before law school.  He is doing really well and it is nice to have a full time income again. :)  We will see what his decision is for next fall.  He decided to take a break since Meili is coming and he thought going to school and work part time, plus new baby may be a little too much.  We enjoy seeing him at home more often.

Bekah is now 4 years old and loves to sing and dance.  I just cut her hair to her shoulders and it is amazing how much older she looks with shorter hair.  She is so excited to meet her little sister soon.  She is always trying to feel Meili move and loves to sing to her through my belly.

Elena will turn two next Friday and is currently recovering from the stomach bug.  It has not been a fun week with illness for her.  She is quite the talker.  We can understand about 85% of what she says and it is fun to see Bekah and her interact a lot more together.

Well, there you have it.  My next update probably won't be until after Meili is born and I will post pictures up then.