Some Profound Thoughts

So I've been thinking.... That never starts out good. Matt knows when a conversation starts out like that he's in for the long haul, nothing short of tears, hugs and it's going to be ok's. Prepare yourself this is really profound.

Life IS like a game of Dodgeball...

As I am typing this I am picturing summertime, my backyard, a couple missionaries, neighborkids, grownup neighbors and alot of fun.

There are those (like myself) that get hit within the first 10 seconds of the game and are out. Those that are able to dodge the ball over and over until they get to tired and bam their out. Also those that are able to dodge the ball all through the game never getting hit or even touching the ball. (oh to be like them) Than there are those that are fighters, they are able to dodge the ball, they jump, duck, run and manage but what sets them apart from the previous group. These players are able to catch what's thrown at them and fight back.

In relation to life this is what I think. Life is not easy, life is constantly being thrown at you, coming from every direction, and what you do in reaction to what comes at you determines the outcome of the game. Some people see a problem or challenge coming and either aren't ready or just don't want to fight they get hit and bam they are out. I can honestly admit I have been that person. This is to hard. Why even bother? Some people are lucky and never get hit they are able to dodge everything and things go pretty good. But I'm sure that's not easy.

5 years and Counting!

5 years ago today at I married my wonderful husband. I thought it would be fun to share the story of how we became who we are today.

During the summer of 2004 I was living away from home on my own. One day I was hanging out with my mom and we went to the Holiday gas station down the street from her house to get drinks. We went inside and there just happened to be a very good looking guy working there that day. Well let's just say I liked what I saw. About 1 month and a half went by and during that month and a half I found every excuse to stop at the gas station I could. Especially if I saw his car out front. (my car never saw less than 3/4 a tank that summer) I kept asking the ladies he worked with all the info. I could. One day while I was home sick my mom begged me to go with her to the gas station. She needed me to run in for her. I looked horrible. No makeup, sick and in my p.j.'s. We got there and I went in. My mom thought it would be funny to leave me there. I look out the window as she drives away. I was so upset. But got over it fast. In the 20 min. I was there I managed a conversation and I got his phone number. We ended up going out on a date that Friday.

There was just something about him. I had this feeling that we could be great together. That was early September. We were engaged a few weeks later.

The night Matt prosed to me was a memory I don't think either one of us will ever forget. It was a story you would only read in Reader's Digest. I ruined his romantic plans. From the very begining. His plan was to go like this. We were going to get Wendy's to go. I used to always get a kids meal he was planning to hide the ring in meal as the prize. But for some reason that night I wanted something else. He ended up buying a kid's meal for himself. (which I made fun of him for not knowing what was going on) He took me to the park and we were going to have a picnic. But there were to many ducks and geese to eat on the ground so we ate at a table. The geese and ducks would not leave us alone. (I have to mention I have a fear of geese due to a bad experience as a youngen) I stupidly threw a fry at them to get them to go away. Well that just caused every stinking fowl in that park to come. I was freaking out. Matt could see that he needed to get what he came for over with. He says to me to distract me from the chaos " look what I got in my bag" I look over at him as he's getting on his knee. I lost it. But for the wrong reason. I started yelling at him to get off the ground "they're going to get you. " I was pulling on him. He still kept trying. He hands me the ring. I still haven't fulling grasped what he's doing. He said something else I didn't hear him. I looked at him it hits me what's going on. And he say's "so what do you say?" My reply... Like the dork that I am. "Please" He says "Yes or No are you going to marry me?" I finally said yes. And that is how we got engaged.

We were married Jan. 29, 2005.

It has been a busy 5 years, 3 great little boys, a morgage and alot of love.

It's been wonderful. I wouldn't trade it for anything. I am so happy to be married so such a wonderful Man.

Best Brother's!

When I look at my boys, I can't help but think that I am quite lucky.

My dad told me the other day that I need to prepare, I'm in for it. He pictures my house 3 years from now like an episode of Home Improvement. 3 crazy brothers that are best friends one minute and ganging up on each other the next. Than "Tim the Tool Man Taylor." (he.. hee.. Matt the tool Man Harris!)

I can totally see that too. I see broken windows, mini fires, black eyes, stitches and many more crazy events. But I am pretty sure no matter what I will always be just as proud as my mother in law of my very own "Harris Boys."

All I have to say is girls eat your heart out. I fell for a Harris boy too. It's hard to resist that handsomeness!!

You could win!

If you haven't checked out the Rubied Apple you should. A really good friend of mine has set this up to earn money for her son who has been diagnosed with Tuberous Scierosis. He will have surgeries and is in need of medication's that comes to around $600 a month. I can't imagine being in this mother's shoes. I pray that Heavenly Father will strengthen them and bless them in whatever they may need.

Right now though she is hosting a giveaway through her website and I'd like you to check it out. Enter as many times as you wish. And good luck!

http://www.therubiedapple.blogspot.com/

2009 Hightlights

2009 in Review

In February we finally got the basement finished. We moved all of us downstairs.

Around the end of March we found out we were having another baby. Very unexpected but a WONDERFUL surprise we wouldn't trade for anything.

In May we took a family camping trip to our stakes property. It rained the whole time. But it was one of our most FUN and memorable camping trips.

Mattix turned 2 on July 23 and we threw the biggest backyard party ever. Fully equipped with a blowup water slide and green frosting.

Also in July Matt put his name in the race for West Valley City Council for our district. That was the begging of a fun and exciting journey. We were right by his side through the whole Campaign.

In August the boys got to go on the Father Sons camp out. Our family was rocked by a scary accident that left us with a STRONGER testimony and because of FAITH and prayer no long term physical scars. We were truly BLESSED.

In September Matt made it through the Primary Campaign and moved on to the "BIG Election."

Mason started Preschool in September he attends Ms. Sandy's preschool. He is learning so much and loves it. I am PROUD to say he can sing in alphabetical order up to Kentucky

October we had a fun time celebrating HALLOWEEN. Mason was a vampire and Mattix was a tiger. Because they were sick the whole week leading up to Halloween we had limited trick or treating but somehow managed to acquire QUITE a bit of candy.

November was a BIG month for us. All the hard work we had put into Matt's campaign came to an end at the general election. I have never been so PROUD of my husband. He put so much hard work and dedication in to this. He may not of won but he put up a DANG good fight.

I spent 3/4 of 2009 prego. November. 22, we welcomed Manning Austin Harris into our FAMILY.

December brought many BLESSINGS to our family. We were blessed with a wonderful Christmas and the opportunity to spend the holidays with the ones we LOVE.

Now as 2009 comes to an end and at MIDNIGHT tonight we will ring in the new year. I have to say that despite the economy and the stressful effect it has taken on my family this year. I DO have to say we have had a VERY successful year. We have learned so much. We have grown every way possible. I AM proud of my family. I am excited for 2010. I am anxious to see what's in store for us. It's time to look ahead and as my good friend Nakia would say, no resolutions this year, I am going to set goals. So here's to a GREAT 2010!!

I can't get the pictures to upload. I will post them as soon as I figure it out.

Happy Birthday Mason!!

Having fun in the bath while camping.

Mason's 1st birthday. What a mess and he looks like he's had to much to eat or drink.

From the beginning he was Daddy's boy. And Daddy is still his favorite.

He was our little fighter. After a scary emergency C-section delivery. 3 days after he was born he stopped breathing and had to stay in the NICU for another week. We got to take him home and he's been healthy and kicking ever since.

Mason Alexander Harris

12/13/05 2:32 p.m.

5 lb. 2 oz 18 in.

I can't believe 4 years has gone by so stinking fast. 4 years and 3 kids later. Here we are.

Sleep is for the weak!

One of the joys that comes with being a new mom is the gift of no sleep. Or for some (the lucky ones) very little sleep.
When I was younger I was not a very good sleeper. It took me forever to fall asleep and quite often I would end up in my parents bed. Hence the reason my children have such wonderful sleeping habits. My mom in desperation once I started to understand time, taught me to count the hours I would be sleeping if I were to fall asleep at such and such time. The idea came after reading or seeing some article about how much sleep should you child be getting. Well I knew that I should be getting at least 8 hours of sleep. As I would lay there and look at the clock I would count over and over in my head and calculate how much sleep I wasn't going to be getting. It worked when I was very young but once I got into my teen years and I liked sleep it would haunt me because I knew I would be tired the next day if I didn't go to sleep soon.
So to make a long story short. I am the kind of person that values my sleep. I have always been this way. But being a mom has caused me to get used to living on as little sleep as I can possibly get.
I made the mistake when Mason was a baby of letting him sleep in our bed. Well he's very rarely goes a night without ending up in my bed to this day. And with Mattix I felt bad making him sleep in his room by himself so he is now worse than Mason. Now poor Manning doesn't stand a chance I would like to keep him in his own bed as long as possible. As a result it causes our house to experience some very long nights. I have gotten to the point over the past 2 and a half weeks of being able to sleep in any position. I have gone as far as falling asleep sitting straight up with my legs crossed. (I am going to have some severe back and neck issues soon)
I've been watching many episodes of SuperNanny in hopes that I can pick up some pointers and when I start feeling up to it. I am planning an attack with my new found knowlege. Wish me luck. We'll see how it goes. I'd like to get my bed back one day, maybe a little more sleep, and the opportuntiy to lay next to my husband and not have little feet in my back or someone pulling my hair on the other side of me. Maybe for Christmas I'll ask Santa for my own SuperNanny.