Friday, February 1, 2013
A Glimpse
I made a short video just to sum up the last six months since I never seem to have time to blog. Enjoy!
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Kale Christian Towner
Kale was born November 25th at 6:38am.
He weighed 7lbs 12oz and was 21in long.
We love our little guy.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Update
Lately I can never find the time to blog. I didn't realize how long it had been so here are some recent pictures from our 2012 Hoggan Reunion in Utah. Just under 10 more weeks to go till our little boy arrives.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Paradise
Sorry I haven't blogged in so long. There is far too much to play catch up on so we will just move forward to what is recent. Christian and I got the opportunity to go to the Bahamas with Toyota and thanks to my parents watching the girls for us I could really relax. We had so much fun. We haven't been on a trip by ourselves since our Honeymoon, so seven years. Yeah I know, long time coming. LOL. Our vacations usually consist of family reunions which are great and all, but this was nice to have a break from the kids for four days and actually get to lay out in the sun instead of sit in the shade with a infant. =) We kept saying that it was like Hawaii all over again (that is where we first started dating for anyone who didn't know). So it was wonderful.
The first day we didn't get there until late afternoon so we just spent some time walking around the resort and the beach checking everything out. The second day we did some water sports. I got one picture of Christian paddle boarding once I came in. We took out the aqua boats which was different. We went over to their private island which was really nice since it wasn't so crowded. Everyone was at the pools. I don't know why, you can go to a pool anywhere, not the beach (I am sure it was the pool bars that kept so many bodies there, but that just made it nicer for us on the beach =)). We just laid out all day and cooled off in the ocean. It was awesome. Too bad I didn't even get tan, I wore 30spf because everyone told me "you'll burn" and I walked away from the vaca with zero tan lines. lol. I guess it's better than being fried right?
Tuesday night was a company dinner. It was awesome it was on the private island on the beach. There was every food you could think of especially meat. Shrimp, ribs, BBQ chicken, crab legs, steak, the list goes on. So good. We danced and ate and socialized. Fun night.
Wednesday Christian's company took him Deep Sea fishing and sent me to the spa. Can't complain. I got a massage and manicure. Very relaxing. Chris had fun, but wished they would have caught something being out there for so long. Oh well. The rest of our time was spent on the beach and at the different restaurants. There were a lot of options which was good because being prego and with morning sickness I needed lots of options. =) I have to say though that my favorite part was just relaxing on the beach with my hubby drinking my virgin pina colada. =) Enjoy the pix!
The first day we didn't get there until late afternoon so we just spent some time walking around the resort and the beach checking everything out. The second day we did some water sports. I got one picture of Christian paddle boarding once I came in. We took out the aqua boats which was different. We went over to their private island which was really nice since it wasn't so crowded. Everyone was at the pools. I don't know why, you can go to a pool anywhere, not the beach (I am sure it was the pool bars that kept so many bodies there, but that just made it nicer for us on the beach =)). We just laid out all day and cooled off in the ocean. It was awesome. Too bad I didn't even get tan, I wore 30spf because everyone told me "you'll burn" and I walked away from the vaca with zero tan lines. lol. I guess it's better than being fried right?
Tuesday night was a company dinner. It was awesome it was on the private island on the beach. There was every food you could think of especially meat. Shrimp, ribs, BBQ chicken, crab legs, steak, the list goes on. So good. We danced and ate and socialized. Fun night.
Wednesday Christian's company took him Deep Sea fishing and sent me to the spa. Can't complain. I got a massage and manicure. Very relaxing. Chris had fun, but wished they would have caught something being out there for so long. Oh well. The rest of our time was spent on the beach and at the different restaurants. There were a lot of options which was good because being prego and with morning sickness I needed lots of options. =) I have to say though that my favorite part was just relaxing on the beach with my hubby drinking my virgin pina colada. =) Enjoy the pix!
Friday, January 27, 2012
Look Who's Walking
Sorry I haven't blogged for awhile. Things have been busy with holidays and what not as I am sure all of you have been experiencing the same. I have attached a couple recent pictures of the girls and a video of Rowen walking. Yes, she is walking. She started taking her first steps while my parents were here for Christmas and now she is all over the place. Enjoy!
Monday, December 12, 2011
Hello World
Yes, I am still here. Things have just been really crazy lately. I have been sick and when I get sick, I get sick quickly. I have realized that I just need to get to the doctor the second I feel crummy. I waited three days this time. Three days, I mean come on right? I felt bad on a Friday and thought I'd wait through the weekend. Lol. Well three days later a sniffle goes to a full blown sinus infection, Pneumonia, strep throat, and kidney infection. And my doctor thinks my tonsils should be removed. HA HA. She asked me if I felt like I just got hit by a truck since I had an infection in two of my vital organs. Yes, but life goes on. She said I hide the pain well. I don't feel like I do. So I saw a throat doctor but I am going to wait on that surgery right now. After loads of antibiotics I am feeling much better only to wake up to a cold sore this morning, go figure. LOL. But Christmas is coming and my mom will be here in 6 days, so I have a lot to be excited about. And then my dad comes out like 5 days later. So, fun, fun, and more fun!
Well, besides being sick since I last blogged, here is what we've been up to:
We've had a family reunion in Texas. Which was a lot of fun. I'd never been to Texas and it was beautiful. Thanks Rach, for letting us stay at your place!!
My friend took pictures of the girls which turned out so cute. I have blown some up to hang around the house. I posted a couple below for y'all to see.
We had Thanksgiving with lots of friends, and I mean lots of friends. I hosted Thanksgiving here for 18 people. It was so much fun.
Black Friday!! One word...Insanity. You want to know what the world will be like in an emergency or disaster, go to Walmart on Black Friday!! Which probably means in an actual disaster it will actually be a lot worse. Scary. That's why I came home to tell Christian I want a gun and to take a concealed weapon class. Complete chaos, cars parked everywhere, literally everywhere (Can't find a spot, just stop in the middle of the rode and walk away, why not, everyone else is doing it. TRAPPED!!) Stabbings, pepper spray, impaled...Yeah, Insanity.
Then we had the Primary Program at church, then I got sick and then we had two of Christian's Christmas parties to go to. Visited Santa and now getting ready for Christmas and visitors. So we have been busy. I am sure other's are busier, especially if you have more kids, but I have felt like my world is spinning and I am just trying to catch up. lol.
So, hopefully, everyone has a great Christmas because I guarantee you that I won't be blogging until after the holidays. So Merry Christmas and enjoy the pics of the girls. Thanks again Sharese, I love them!!
Well, besides being sick since I last blogged, here is what we've been up to:
We've had a family reunion in Texas. Which was a lot of fun. I'd never been to Texas and it was beautiful. Thanks Rach, for letting us stay at your place!!
My friend took pictures of the girls which turned out so cute. I have blown some up to hang around the house. I posted a couple below for y'all to see.
We had Thanksgiving with lots of friends, and I mean lots of friends. I hosted Thanksgiving here for 18 people. It was so much fun.
Black Friday!! One word...Insanity. You want to know what the world will be like in an emergency or disaster, go to Walmart on Black Friday!! Which probably means in an actual disaster it will actually be a lot worse. Scary. That's why I came home to tell Christian I want a gun and to take a concealed weapon class. Complete chaos, cars parked everywhere, literally everywhere (Can't find a spot, just stop in the middle of the rode and walk away, why not, everyone else is doing it. TRAPPED!!) Stabbings, pepper spray, impaled...Yeah, Insanity.
Then we had the Primary Program at church, then I got sick and then we had two of Christian's Christmas parties to go to. Visited Santa and now getting ready for Christmas and visitors. So we have been busy. I am sure other's are busier, especially if you have more kids, but I have felt like my world is spinning and I am just trying to catch up. lol.
So, hopefully, everyone has a great Christmas because I guarantee you that I won't be blogging until after the holidays. So Merry Christmas and enjoy the pics of the girls. Thanks again Sharese, I love them!!
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Dreams Do Come True!!
So, for about a year now I have been searching for the Strawberry Shortcake Berry Happy Home Dollhouse that I grew up with. When I was a little girl my mom had to sell my dollhouse at a garage sale to help pay the bills. I didn't mind so much then but once Kiley was born I started thinking about all the things I grew up with that I wish I could have kept. I decided to start looking for this dollhouse for my children. Come to find out because it is vintage the house alone now starts bids at about $135 on eBay. And all of the furniture and dolls are sold separately usually. To give you an idea the little grandfather clock was at a starting bid of $19.99. So you are looking at about $400-$500 now for what I use to have. I was bummed but thought I would keep checking now and then in hopes that maybe one day I would find it at a price I could pay.
Today Kiley was eating lunch, Rowen was crying and in need of a nap and I was doing dishes when I suddenly felt a strong desire to go immediately to our local Goodwill. At first I thought I was being crazy and impulsive but decided to go anyway. It is about a 25 minute drive one way. Rowen began crying and I started thinking "What am I doing to my children. It's not going to be there. I mean honestly what are the chances, especially since it is a collectible. It would have to be a miracle.......But I believe in miracles so we're going." We kept driving. And Rowen began to settle down. Upon arriving we quickly moved to the back of the store where the kids toys are. At first I saw nothing. But then...there in the very back of the store inside some kind of baby barrier contraption was the very top of the Strawberry Shortcake house. I recognized it immediately. I was so excited when I saw it. And ecstatic when I saw the price of only $24. Kiley knew that I had been looking for this and when she saw it she said, "Mommy, it's your house." Which I replied, "Yes!! Yes, it is." I didn't grab a cart or anything when we came in because I didn't think I would find anything, but now that I had I didn't want to leave it and I couldn't find anybody to flag down so...Somehow I managed to pick it up and carry it to the front with Rowen in my arms as well. LOL. I am sure people thought for a moment that I was a horrible mother, but she wasn't crying anymore and didn't mind sharing my arms with such an interesting new toy. =)
When I got up to the front and began the checkout process two people tried to buy it off of me, but I wasn't going to give this up ever. This house will be staying in the family as long as I am alive.
When I got to the car I called Christian. He couldn't believe it. I am still in shock and I keep thinking I am dreaming.
When I had picked up the house I had seen that there was a bag inside, but I didn't bother taking it out and looking. I just wanted to get it home. Upon arriving home I opened the trash bag to find that it had almost all of the furniture I grew up with, all of the dolls and their clothes in a vintage box and some of their friends and accessories. The only things missing are some shutters on two of the windows and the bedroom furniture.
I decided to take advantage of this experience to teach Kiley about sacrifice, and following promptings. When we got home we said a prayer thanking Heavenly Father for letting us know when and where we needed to go to find this house and bring it back home. My mom was so happy to hear that although she had to sell it when I was a child that it had made it's way back to me.
Enjoy the pics. And dreams do come true!! Heavenly Father blesses us daily and knows of our sacrifices. I never expected to be blessed this way but I am extremely grateful and will remember this experience always.
Today Kiley was eating lunch, Rowen was crying and in need of a nap and I was doing dishes when I suddenly felt a strong desire to go immediately to our local Goodwill. At first I thought I was being crazy and impulsive but decided to go anyway. It is about a 25 minute drive one way. Rowen began crying and I started thinking "What am I doing to my children. It's not going to be there. I mean honestly what are the chances, especially since it is a collectible. It would have to be a miracle.......But I believe in miracles so we're going." We kept driving. And Rowen began to settle down. Upon arriving we quickly moved to the back of the store where the kids toys are. At first I saw nothing. But then...there in the very back of the store inside some kind of baby barrier contraption was the very top of the Strawberry Shortcake house. I recognized it immediately. I was so excited when I saw it. And ecstatic when I saw the price of only $24. Kiley knew that I had been looking for this and when she saw it she said, "Mommy, it's your house." Which I replied, "Yes!! Yes, it is." I didn't grab a cart or anything when we came in because I didn't think I would find anything, but now that I had I didn't want to leave it and I couldn't find anybody to flag down so...Somehow I managed to pick it up and carry it to the front with Rowen in my arms as well. LOL. I am sure people thought for a moment that I was a horrible mother, but she wasn't crying anymore and didn't mind sharing my arms with such an interesting new toy. =)
When I got up to the front and began the checkout process two people tried to buy it off of me, but I wasn't going to give this up ever. This house will be staying in the family as long as I am alive.
When I got to the car I called Christian. He couldn't believe it. I am still in shock and I keep thinking I am dreaming.
When I had picked up the house I had seen that there was a bag inside, but I didn't bother taking it out and looking. I just wanted to get it home. Upon arriving home I opened the trash bag to find that it had almost all of the furniture I grew up with, all of the dolls and their clothes in a vintage box and some of their friends and accessories. The only things missing are some shutters on two of the windows and the bedroom furniture.
I decided to take advantage of this experience to teach Kiley about sacrifice, and following promptings. When we got home we said a prayer thanking Heavenly Father for letting us know when and where we needed to go to find this house and bring it back home. My mom was so happy to hear that although she had to sell it when I was a child that it had made it's way back to me.
Enjoy the pics. And dreams do come true!! Heavenly Father blesses us daily and knows of our sacrifices. I never expected to be blessed this way but I am extremely grateful and will remember this experience always.
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