Rambles for today

It is 730 at night. My kids are asleep!! I quite enjoy the reward of no nap days if we can make it to the end to put the kids to bed by 630. But its those last few hours of afternoon that are killer. I become a mean mom and don't know how to handle tired whiny children. Often times I will give in and stuff their sweet beautiful faces with sweets to quiet them for a bit. Leah got into the Country Time lemonade mix tonight and I didn't even care. It took a big chunk out of the ticking clock and by the time she was done it was "wash your hands and go lay down." She did just that. Oh my little sweet Asher. He really has the "daddy gone" syndrome and lets me know it every chance he can. I didn't realize that even a one year old can be affected so strongly with big changes. He has thrown far worse fits that Leah ever has or does. I'm nervous for whats ahead in his future. He certainly got some of his fathers fire in him. Its a good fire though.
Plane tickets have been bought! I know you are all just absolutely thrilled! We are making a grand entrance the 15th of Aug. and staying for who knows. We are sooooo excited to come and feel the familiar heat of the St George valley. But I am a bit sad to leave here. We have the greatest neighbors on earth, not to mention Leah's boyfriend Johnny. I feel like I am starting to fit into my ward these days and it will be completely different when I come back. Plus the beach and the pool haven't been to bad either. I just want to thank all of you for being my comfort so to speak....I love my routines of constantly checking in on everyone to see what their lives are up to. So keep it up! Even if I don't know you. Because if you are reading this then chances are Im stalking you too! I love to hear everything from love stories to baby poop. Adios.