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Yet another update

We're counting down the days till our debut to NS! Jon wanted Mum's meatloaf for his birthday, here is my attempt. :)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JON! Congratulations!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JON JON!!!! I know it's hard being in the shadow of UGDay but it's hard for all of us. Hope you have a great day!!!

A Fond Farewell to UGD

Just to cap off Universal Gillian Day, a little video of her legacy being passed on through the generations!

Universal Gillian Day

As I sit here poised on the cusp of Universal Gillian Day, I am able to reflect on who Gillian truly is and what she has come to mean in my meager existence. I say meager because truly we are all meager whilst next to a shining star such as she. Even the name Gillian has a magical siren call when ones ears are so blessed to be able to hear the lilting, melodic flow of those three syllables. Gillian, GILLIAN, Gillian, Gillian....I could go on forever! Tis truly music to my soul.

She is the one who brought us such bold sayings as "bag your face" and "neener" and who could forget the humorous "r r r" when she is being funny....which is so very often. It brings a tear to my eye to think of all the laughter that would not be in the world without our little red headed snippet.

Gillian has brazen ambitions, even marrying a Chalmers just so she could move up two letters in the alphabet (I hear they will soon be dropping the "Ch"). Her compassion for those less fortunate (like the time she told the ugly guy to bag his face...you know, to save him the shame of being ugly in public), her dedicated service to others (I can't think of anything but I'm SURE there's something) and kindness to animals (again, I'm drawing a blank) has proven her to be a lady worthy of Sainthood, up there with the likes of Mother Theresa, Ghandi and Sir Elton John.

So let us raise a glass (of juice of course) and all hail Gillian on her auspicious day. Happy 29th Gill!!!

Future conductor

While watching General Conference from home, Cole started copying the conductor during the hymn. He did it better off camera, I only caught a small bit on video.

Dad and his magic baby hold

Ethan, fussy at the time, was passed to Gpa and promptly fell fast asleep. :)

Analysis of Text from the Oct 2009 LDS General Conference

A statistical approach to General Conference. See the linguistic analysis on the following page.

http://ldsmediatalk.com/2009/10/09/analysis-of-text-from-the-oct-2009-lds-general-conference/

MOST AMAZING FEEL GOOD YOU TUBE VIDEO EVER!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-94JhLEiN0

Watch This Everyone!!!

Update...

We have been slacking on posting here, sorry about that. We have two updates for all of you.
1. Trenton just turned two- yeah Happy Birthday handsome boy.
2. We found out we're having another boy. Boys are so fun- yeah for future missionaries=)

Latest Adventures

It's fall! Ethan's first exposure to falling snow!

Disgusting mushroom covered in mold/dirt on the pizza we ordered. I emailed a complaint but haven't heard back yet, HA!

HUGE spider Jon found in our bathroom. I can't wait to get out of this apartment!!!

Reasons why I love being a stay at home mom (currently).

1. I get to experience all the new things with Ethan first, before anyone else. HA!

2. I love breastfeeding in bed that turns into a mommy/baby morning nap.

3. I love the fact that Ethan can recognize me faster than anyone else and always greets me with a huge smile.

4. I love treating myself to cookies and milk after an afternoon of dealing with a gassy baby.

5. I love going out and being stopped by strangers to see my cute baby boy.

6. I love kneeling around Ethan's crib for family prayer.

Ethan blowing bubbles at 11 weeks.

If you've ever flown United.....

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The long road

I'm in Chicago at the CSCMP conference, and the building is HUGE. This is just one of the riddiculously long hallways that I have to walk up and down as they have me running errands. And I'm only partway down the hallway.

I recommended segways for the next conference....

Most Hilarious Pictures EVER!!!!!!

Has anyone ever tried to do a family photo shoot with five kids? Mom and Dad don't count! Check out Rachael in the first one.....classy!

Ethan's first photo shoot with mom

Ethan was a little fussy so we took him outside to see if he liked laying in the grass as much as mom and dad do. He was so cute in his classic white onesie that I just had to get the camera out! By the way, does anyone else ever post anymore? Come on guys!

Almost 7 weeks old

Ethan's new skill is smiling!

Ethan

Ethan appears to confuse my nose with a feeding apparatus. And he packs a mean left hook!

Ethan update

Watch out ladies, here I come!
Ha! I peed on dad!
Yup, I found my thumb all right!

Here's what we've been up to lately. Both mom and dad are dead tired! :)

Here's a picture update!

Here you go guys! Notice how cool and suave Ethan is with his "PEACE" sign

Little Ethan

Here he is! Both mother and baby are doing great

In-labour

We just got to the hospital. Wish us luck!

Week 40 Pictures

Here it is! This is as big as it gets!

Happy First Birthday Cole!!

What a big day little buddy! We, your extended family, have started a trust fund for you to pay for your future therapy sessions as we know what a trial it is for you to have Gillian as your mother. We love you Cole and just remember, Heavenly Father sent you to her because he knew just how strong you are!! Hang in there little guy!

Our 4th of July

Canada Day Jon wore all of the Canadian garb he could find to work and had me paint a big maple leaf on his face.

On the 4th, Provo had a huge festival starting early in the morning with hot air balloons. The picture taken was the view right outside our house, I didn't even have to zoom in! Later that morning we sat on the crowded curb for the parade. That night there was a big concert at BYU stadium where Jonas Brothers and SheDaisy performed. Jon and I live so close to the stadium that we had an awesome view of the fireworks show, which is I guess is one of the largest in the west.

By the way, I went to the doctor today and I'm 1 centimeter dilated and 40% effaced. In the next day or two, if I'm not already in labor I'm going to get my membranes stripped to get the process going. Woo hoo!

Last bit of pampering before the kid comes

I got my haircut and highlighted today!

6th

To the tune of the Beatles Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.

It was six years ago today,
a couple had a something to say

He was told she would be a trial,
but she's done nothing but make him smile.

So may I introduce to you
The ones you've known all these years,

C-H-A-L-M-E-R-S

Our Cute Boy

We just thought you guys would want to see some cute pics of our little guy. Love you all!!!

Baby Quin

Ok so here are some really bad shots of The new babe on the block. In the second picture she saying that she's mad at Gill for making her do this!

Trip to Boise

Here's a couple of pics to look at while we anxiously await the first photos of QUIN!!! :) 

Jon and I recently took a trip up to Boise. My mom threw me a baby shower and handmade me some wonderful maternity pants. My dad took us boating and I painted a mural in his upstairs living room, the "Boise State Bronco Football Room", in just three days.

Jon has recently changed his hair style to an all-around-size 2-buzz. It looks great and Jon likes the fact that he doesn't have to style his hair. He has also become obsessed with Carl's Jr. Six Dollar Burgers. 

Pregnancy Update: I'm 35 weeks along and Ethan is now in head down position and loves taking the opportunity to stretch his legs into my ribs in the middle of the night. My latest symptom is swelling. I've resorted to strictly flip flops and can't wear my wedding rings anymore.