tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11692365764997277242024-03-06T01:06:19.294-07:00Together, we make a family.Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.comBlogger729125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-82242009095816373712016-01-06T20:06:00.002-07:002016-01-06T20:06:41.990-07:00Adjustments For All! 2 Weeks with LukeHaving a new baby brings its ups and downs. Thankfully, we have had mostly ups. Luke is a little fussy, I have had a more difficult time recovering physically, and the lack of sleep is affecting me more this time around than it has in the past. But those are drops in the bucket compared to the love that Sariah, James, and Seth and showing towards Luke. Or to the extra snuggles I get from this sweet baby in the middle of the night when it is just him and I and I can smell him all I want. Or to the way that Sariah and James beg to help with Luke in any way possible. <br />
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It has been such a wonderful two weeks with Luke in our family. How did we ever survive without him? With the kids back in school, and Jared at home for another week and a half, we are starting to find out groove. I have been so spoiled having Jared here! I'm a little nervous for when he goes back to work!<br />
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It will be neat to see this sweet boy grow into who he is, and see what plans Heavenly Father has in store for him. For now, I'll nurse him and snuggle him and smell him and enjoy him...until someone else needs me!<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-27548616373334456062015-12-26T20:11:00.000-07:002015-12-26T20:11:13.753-07:00Luke Daniel McLeod Franklin - Birth Story, 5.22.2015I am a planner. I like to have an idea of what is going to happen, when it will happen, etc. I like to prepare, essentially. This is partly why we have always found out the gender of our babies - to think of a name, to collect items at yard sales, etc.<br />
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So when I went to the doctor at 35 weeks and I had already started dilating, I was not surprised. My body likes to prepare - just like I do! And then at 36 weeks, I was a 2. At 37 weeks, I was a 3. By 39 weeks, I was a 4. I was ecstatic! Contractions were all day, but with no pattern. My body was preparing. <br />
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However, with this baby, there included a new variable - distance from the hospital. We were now 45-60 minutes away, depending on the time of the day and traffic. I was a little nervous that I was dilating so much because that meant when I went into labor - it would be relatively quick. Not "have a baby in the car" kind of quick. But the need to boogie on into town quick. We seemed to have every scenario covered - middle of the night, during the day if Jared was at work, etc. We were set!<br />
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Some time during the night of the 21st and into the 22nd, I woke up with contractions about 6-8 minutes apart. They were not too uncomfortable, and was able to fall back asleep. I woke up intermittently but they were still most likely just the early onset of labor. I had a doctor's appointment at 8:30am, so I was not too worried about them. They continued throughout the morning, and I was excited to see what kind of progress I had made!<br />
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I arrived at the doctor, and the contractions were holding steady at 6-8 minutes apart. She checked me, and I was at a 5 and 90% effaced. I asked her to strip my membranes, and she said how about we just have a baby? She was concerned that labor would start in the middle of the night that night, and with the progress I had made - my labor would be quick. I started thinking about things differently at that moment - she was right. What if I continued to dilate without going into labor? Would it be safe to continue to wait? I was going into labor any moment already. I asked for a minute, called Jared, and we said alright! Let's have a baby!<br />
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Jared went home to get my hospital bag, and pick up Sariah (who was SO excited!). Our babysitter was already at the house, so there was no panic in getting her there to be with the kids. It was perfect. Once at the hospital, I changed into my tank top (because I refuse to give birth in those awful hospital gowns). The nurse checked me and I was already at a 6 with my cervix gone. In the 30 minutes it took me to call Jared, go across the street, and lay down on the hospital bed - I had dilated another cm. And I was still not in labor. I was immediately grateful that we had decided to do this.<br />
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The epidural was set, the pitocin was on, and it was 1:07pm. Sisters were on their way in, mom and dad were there, Jared and Sariah were there - we were ready!<br />
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At 3:27pm, our little Luke came into the world. Only 2 hours and 20 minutes of labor, and it was over. My last pregnancy, my last birth, my last son. He was finally here. I didn't want to be induced, yet somehow the timing of the day and the way everything was set into place made me so grateful that I was. My doctor was there as well! I love her. I'd have 10 more babies if she would deliver them all! (Just kidding.)<br />
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8 pounds, 8.6 (so we say 9) ounces. 21 inches long. Blonde hair! Such a doll. Welcome to our crazy family, Luke.<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-25235943819415706952015-12-02T14:25:00.000-07:002015-12-02T14:25:08.477-07:00Memoirs of a Final Pregnancy36 Weeks:<br />
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It is so difficult to make the decision for a pregnancy to be your last. At least it was for me. And I don't know why it was so difficult - I have never wanted a gigantic family. On some days, 3 kids feels like more than I can handle. Our home is going to be a circus in a couple of short weeks! <br />
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This pregnancy has been nothing short of difficult. From the extreme nausea in which I never threw up so I never found relief and lasted until 18 weeks, to the troublesome headaches that caused me to pass out and end up in the hospital. After an MRI/MRA, I found tremendous peace in knowing that my brain was fine and functioning like normal - it was my body's reaction to this baby! There were days when all I could do was pray to last until Jared got home from work. It was pj's all day, cereal for dinner, who cares what the house looks like, survival mode. So why was it so difficult for me to accept this as my last?<br />
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The last time creating a life. This is one act in which I, as a woman and with my husband, get to partner with Heavenly Father to create life. I am helping His plan move along, helping Him give more spirits the human experience, and building my own faith in the process. <br />
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It may or may not be the last newborn we have, though. I still feel like there is a little girl somewhere, so we may look into adoption at some point. Time will tell, as will the whisperings of the spirit.<br />
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I am due 3 weeks from today. My body is ready - I can feel it. I am going to hang on to every painful move, every fitful night of sleep, every heartburn laden moment. And then we'll get to meet this gorgeous little boy. A 3-D sonogram yesterday showed us his delicious chubby cheeks!<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-12893841511767142482015-11-29T14:39:00.000-07:002015-12-02T14:39:37.527-07:00October and November, 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This kid will sleep in his hat and sunglasses.<br />
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Costco discoveries - warm, fuzzy bath mats!<br />
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One of my favorite things this year. James and Seth are watching the "cricket family that lives under the basketball hoop."<br />
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This boy does nothing easy. If it's bigger and taller, he's at the top!<br />
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They are always snuggling and playing.<br />
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Rolling down hills!<br />
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At the top of a climber. All by himself. Pondering.<br />
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Zoo with dad, on the cute little train!<br />
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My shopping buddy. This store has tiny carts for tiny helpers!<br />
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Swimming in October? Yes, please!<br />
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When mom can't cook - green smoothies for dinner! Again - the sunglasses!<br />
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Pretty gnarly stomach bug ran through our house. Diarrhea all day makes for some nice bath time!<br />
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Halloween 2015: James - Ultron, Seth - Minion, Sariah - Wicked Witch of the West.<br />
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This beautiful girl makes up her own music all day long. She always plays or sings or something. Never stop creating, little girl.<br />
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My boys shooting their guns.<br />
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Because you're never too old to play in a cardboard box...<br />
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Getting ready for baby boy! <br />
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Christmas pj's to ring in December!Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-39322902236215645882015-09-06T20:58:00.000-07:002015-09-06T20:58:18.538-07:00The Last 6 Months In Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ready or not...he's ready for his big boy bed! April 2015. (We didn't move him until August.)<br />
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While mom's not looking...<br />
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Just riding around the house...on my scooter...with a wagon...attached to my butt.<br />
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Best idea. 2 item toy: cars and blue painter's tape.<br />
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Kings of the dirt hill! The neighborhood behind us is going up and the kids (and their best friend Aiden) LOVE to climb this dirt hill!<br />
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And a baby king of the hill for Seth!<br />
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Her outfits make me smile every day.<br />
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Played "Where in the world will you serve your mission?" for FHE one night. Guess who loved the game the most??<br />
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Green smoothie monsters.<br />
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Mommy date. Eegee's. Win-win.<br />
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Professional development silliness.<br />
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Poor sick cuddly boy.<br />
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He's not a "path of least resistance" kind of kid. Challenging himself with eating with his socks on.<br />
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Homemade light sabers? Yes, please!<br />
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Oh the paint store...<br />
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Again with her wonderful sense of style!<br />
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The dogs know the BEST place to hang out. Under a toddler who is eating, and dropping, food.<br />
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No better way to watch TV.<br />
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His swim floatie. Bought it at Costco and he wore it for 3 days.<br />
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Not a cuter bum in existence.<br />
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Conference forts.<br />
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My handsome husband opening a container of animal crackers. Love him.<br />
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When the sun shines down through clouds like this, we say the "angels are shining their flashlights on us."<br />
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Pima County Fair!<br />
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Newsies!<br />
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Think he's ready for school?<br />
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That's a big orange ball you have, my friend.<br />
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Life of a mom. Love it. Wouldn't change any of it. Not even the tough days.<br />
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This face!<br />
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Found the Vaseline...<br />
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No mom, I don't want my diaper changed. It's just fine!<br />
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Guess what?!?!?!?!<br />
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You can see the tractor outside in the background. The neighbors put in a pool. Fantastic entertainment for a little boy for HOURS!<br />
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Prescott June 2015.<br />
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A boy and his truck.<br />
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Prescott June 2015.<br />
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Prescott June 2015.<br />
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Prescott June 2015.<br />
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Prescott June 2015. Ramsbottom, the squirrel. Kids loved him.<br />
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This boy and his trains! He builds the most amazing tracks!<br />
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This pool was our best purchase this summer.<br />
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Another fantastic train track!<br />
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And another...<br />
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Boys helping mom do Prenatal Yoga. Their form is much better than mine!<br />
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Someone got baptized. Erin taking her pictures at the temple.<br />
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Getaway to Denver for the weekend. June 2015.<br />
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Lost a tooth while we were in Denver. I had been working on that sucker for 2 weeks! And he loses it while I am out of town?? Classic.<br />
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Sariah writes the most amazing stories, prints them, and illustrates them. This girl's brain is wonderful.<br />
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Where's Seth??<br />
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Why is it that the guest room TV is so enticing?<br />
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Climbed...and then got stuck.<br />
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Boxes!!!!<br />
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Fireworks...from the safety of the couch inside. July 4, 2015.<br />
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Sticky lizards. Throw them on the ceiling provides hours of plotting and experimenting with how to get them down...<br />
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Seth fell off the top of the bunk beds and caught the dresser on the way down. Angels hung on to him that day, I am convinced.<br />
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There's more than one way to take a drink...<br />
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Garbage truck junkies. <br />
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While I was working, he climbed out of his crib, grabbed the kindle, climbed back into his crib, and started a show. I had no clue. Sneaky sneaky.<br />
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Again with the bum! At least he's watering my plants!<br />
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Licking the paddle is the best part...<br />
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Superhero James!<br />
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He'll carry things around in his shirt all day. Stuffing blocks in there is always a good idea...<br />
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Monkeys...<br />
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Sometimes, this is the only way a mom can cook dinner. A snack and a show does wonders!<br />
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Major monsoon storm. Lifted our trampoline into the vacant lot next to us. No one was hurt, our wall is mostly in tact, and we salvaged the trampoline! August, 2015.<br />
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"At dawn, WE RIDE!"<br />
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Sometimes, the only thing he wants to do is peel an orange...<br />
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Crazy kids...<br />
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Sariah stole my grocery list and added a few things of her own...<br />
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A bolt of lightning struck the hill a couple miles from our house and caused a fire. We went to go look at the flames.<br />
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Sariah dreams of being a teacher. On this day, she asked me to teach her how to write an objective. They are in orange and green on the wall. Love her.<br />
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Monkeys at the playground! Love them!<br />
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When it's too quiet...always check the bag of dog food. You are almost certain to find your toddler there.<br />
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Happy 36th to this handsome guy!Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-51032478464853352682015-07-16T21:26:00.000-07:002015-09-06T21:26:33.750-07:00Sariah: 8! 8! 8!You were born with the gift of knowing your power to choose. You are a creative, strong-willed, loving, intelligent young woman and are growing up to into an incredible human. You fascinate me every day! I cannot believe you are 8. <div>
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You dream of being a teacher.</div>
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You get annoyed every day with your little brothers.</div>
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You are so helpful and LOVE to learn how to cook.</div>
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You are social and make friends easily, yet you never forget to include the little guy.</div>
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You almost did not get baptized. I have documented this in my journal, and it was an incredible experience be a part of as your mom. You can grow up knowing that this decision was 100% yours, and dad and I hope you find comfort in that throughout your life.</div>
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Here are your baptism pictures, my beautiful #1 girl.</div>
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Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-1716960072598114962015-06-25T21:05:00.000-07:002015-09-06T21:05:49.055-07:00James: 6! 6! 6!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Oh my sweet James. Our family would not be complete without you.</div>
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You wanted to go to the Good Egg for your birthday breakfast. In fact, this is how we finished potty training you - a treat from the Good Egg!</div>
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You wanted a Darth Vader cake. Best cake there ever was! You celebrated your birthday this year at Peter Piper Pizza with friends, and you felt so loved and so special.</div>
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You are still the snuggliest little boy. You will snuggle me all the time, although I have a feeling it won't last much longer.</div>
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You are not about to be left behind, and you make sure your voice is heard no matter what.</div>
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You ADORE your little brother. You are the best older brother - you are kind, and caring, and helpful, and you love to play with Seth.</div>
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Happy Birthday my brown-eyed boy!</div>
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-10286935056445793462015-05-30T21:01:00.000-07:002015-09-06T21:01:29.035-07:00Seth: 2! 2! 2!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Oh Seth. How in the world are you two years old? <br />
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You are silly, and sweet, and flexible, and easy going, and you absolutely adore your older siblings. <br />
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You will eat anything put in front of you, and you love to be naked. <br />
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Your words are coming along and you are becoming a little chatter box. <br />
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You love to have your belly rubbed as we sing "I Am A Child of God" verse 2 for bedtime at night.<br />
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You want to go to school so bad with your older siblings and get so sad in the mornings when they leave without you.<br />
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You are the happiest little boy, and you sure love your "mom mom."<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-69136930293185730002015-03-05T12:50:00.000-07:002015-03-27T12:59:15.931-07:00Dear SethDear Seth,<br />
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Oh the joys of a toddler! Having you, as our third child, has been quite the adjustment. There is almost 4 years between you and James, so I was very out of practice. You are the funniest, silliest, little guy!<br />
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You LOVE being naked. But who am I kidding - what toddler doesn't love to be naked?! You have the cutest little budda belly, and you love sticking it out. You'll run around after your bath, and squeal as we try to catch up and put a diaper on you.<br />
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You have the funniest giggle and squeal. You squeal with delight at dogs, cats, birds, airplanes, windows down, a cookie - just about anything that brings a smile to your face.<br />
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You love to jump on the trampoline with your brother and your sister. They bounce you really high, which makes me very nervous. But they always take great care of you and are very careful of where you are.<br />
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When going to bed, you insist on having a cold drink of water to take with you. It has to be fresh, with 6 pieces of ice in it. You lay down on your pillow, and I have to lay the blankets down on top of you...one by one. Once they are all on you, you pat your tummy because you know that you have them all, and you can go to sleep. But not until we sing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and we say 2 prayers. I say one, and then you say one.<br />
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You will eat just about anything put in front of you! I love it! You are not afraid to try anything and love gobbling up mom's salad, or dad's mustard wrap, or Sariah's pickle. You have the funniest taste buds for a toddler, and are happiest when you are eating. You love to eat dad's dinner....no matter what it is, or when he is eating it. You will have a full dinner with us, and then insist on sitting on dad's lap to help him finish his.<br />
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You love going on walks in your stroller! You love being outside, even if it is 110 degrees. It will be so much fun when you learn how to swim!<br />
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You talk all the time, but have very few words. You should have a lot more than you do, so we are busy reading books and getting you to increase your vocabulary. I'm sure that one of these days, you are just going to open up and say exactly what you mean!<br />
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All in all, you are an amazing toddler. You rarely throw a fit, you are happy all the time, and you eat and sleep well. You weren't too sure of your nursery leaders at first, but then quickly realized how fun nursery can be.<br />
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Our little family wouldn't be complete with you, our funny little caboose. Keep growing! <br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-52019715973227250752015-03-04T12:40:00.000-07:002015-03-27T12:50:27.203-07:00Dear JamesDear James,<br />
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I need to write about you, so I remember what you are like at this tender age of almost 6. I want to always remember the snuggliest of boys.<br />
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You are so tender-hearted, that seeing any animal alone and sad makes you cry. You love your little brother so much! You hold his hand, you take him to nursery at church, you tickle him, you bathe him, you lift him out of his crib, you go play with him when he wakes up. <br />
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You love to be touched, held, have your back rubbed, snuggle, or anything that has to do with physically touching. Your chocolate brown eyes sparkle with delight and curiosity daily, and your imagination is in full force! You love to put on my work headphones and pretend you're the pilot of an airplane. <br />
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You absolutely love oatmeal for breakfast. In fact, you would probably have that every day for every meal if I would let you! You don't like meat, and so we have to be pretty creative at finding ways to get enough protein into that long and lean body of yours.<br />
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You love to lead music. You always volunteer for FHE to pick and lead the song. In church, I can see you waving your arm while the chorister waves hers, because you want to practice. You sing all the time, and to all of your animals. You sing to Seth. You sing in the bath. You sing in the bathroom. You even sing while you jump on the trampoline!<br />
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You are still working on learning some words, and I dread the day when you say every word just right. Rupus killer (instead of Ruthless Killer, from "Planes") is one of my favorites! I love the words you say, and how you say them. I know you will grow up and talk perfectly fine one day. But for now, I can't get enough of your sweet sentences. You're very busy learning how to read and write. You can write just about any word as you sound it out, and are trying very hard to write properly. Don't worry son - it will come in time.<br />
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Your favorite song is the second verses of "Families Can Be Together Forever" and "I Love to See the Temple." You have a very sensitive spirit in that 5 year old body, and are starting to recognize when the Holy Ghost is with you. You love reading the stories of the Savior, and how He helped and loved everyone He met. I see a lot of those qualities in you, as well.<br />
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Here you are, imagination hard at work, being the captain of your very own space shuttle (Mom's car). I love you so much, my brown-eyed boy!<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-1475209720082053122015-03-03T14:00:00.001-07:002015-03-03T14:00:19.962-07:00Dear SariahDear Sariah,<br />
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How in the world are you almost 8 years old? I haven't blogged in a long time, and I want to write all about you at this age. Who you are right now, this very minute.<br />
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You are such a strong leader, and you always have been. You know exactly what you want, and you fight for it...no matter what. I hope that you will use this when you are older, to fight for what is right, and to not let anyone try to dissuade you from your beliefs.<br />
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You are going to be baptized this summer. For a long long time, ever since you were about 4, you have always said that you didn't want to be baptized. You don't like to say prayers, you won't let daddy give you a blessing, and all of those things are alright. Daddy and I weren't going to force you to be baptized, and it is a decision that you needed to make. But something has happened within you the last couple of months, and you have changed your mind! Not only are you alright with being baptized, but you are really excited!<br />
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You never leave the little guy behind, and are such a wonderful friend. You have befriended many children on our street, and have made them feel very welcome at home. Aiden, your newest little bestest buddy, comes over almost every day. He loves being here, being with you, and being your friend. You are wonderful at making sure everyone has someone to play with at school, and you are everyone's friend. You don't exclude anyone (unless they are mean to you and others) and you are careful with what you say and how you say it. You have a collection of stuffed animals, and most of your animals have family members of the same species to sit next to. But the few that don't have anyone - you collected them and put them all together in an "orphanage" so no one is alone or left out.<br />
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You ask the most amazing questions. You are very insightful and are always thinking. Never stop asking questions! You also love to learn. You are quick to come home, do your homework, and do all you can to learn all you can. <br />
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You have the sassiest sense of style. You carefully consider your outfits each day, and come up with creative ways to express who you are. You are not afraid to be you, and I hope this never changes.<br />
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Your eyes sparkle when you smile. You won't let me brush your hair. You will still snuggle me once in a while. You will try ANYTHING to eat! You still sleep with your yellow blankie. You know my phone number and will call when dad and I are on a date if we aren't home on time. You still walk along the edge of the wall. You sing in the shower. You think it's funny when your teenage cousins argue with their parents and you have promised me that you will never be this way (although I'm not holding my breath!). You are fiercely independent. You finally love to read, and will read for an hour before falling asleep. You love to run, be on your scooter, or drive with the windows down all so you can feel the wind on your face.<br />
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Here you are with your dad, all dressed up for the daddy-daughter dance at school. Enjoy growing up! I see excellence in you, my daughter.<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-87936750236358628442015-02-26T14:34:00.000-07:002015-03-03T14:34:25.736-07:00Dinnertime ShenanigansSome days are AWESOME. And some days are HARD. That's life with children. But no matter what kind of day we have had, we always end with a yummy dinner. Even if it's a bowl of cereal.<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-56010307397925190072015-02-09T14:27:00.000-07:002015-03-03T14:30:57.521-07:00Bathtime ShenanigansThese boys and their baths!<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-70453472044539451462015-02-07T14:22:00.000-07:002015-03-03T14:26:40.388-07:00Trampoline ShenanigansThese boys. I'm so glad they have each other. James is so patient with Seth, and boy do they love the trampoline!<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-47774281341923147582015-01-12T20:31:00.001-07:002015-01-12T20:31:55.115-07:00James lost his first tooth!I have to document this story for posterity's sake. James lost his first tooth at school on Thursday. He was SO excited when he came home! He has been watching his sister lose her teeth for years and it was finally his turn. The only problem was - he lost it at school. No worries! The tooth fairy still knows. <br />
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That night, I place $1 under his pillow. He finds it about 2am and comes to tell me what he found! I give him a hug and a kiss...and then send him back to bed. At 6:30am, he comes back in just sobbing because he lost his dollar. I'm confident that it was in his bed somewhere, so I assure him that I will find it while he is at school.<br />
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At 7:30am, my phone rings. It is his kindergarten teacher. She tells me that James actually hid his tooth under her classroom floor mat in order to "test the tooth fairy." STINKER!<br />
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We have a good laugh and then I have an idea. I ask her if she has a dollar and she says she does. I quickly tell her the story of James losing his dollar and ask her if she can write a note from the toothfairy saying that since he hid his tooth, she moved his dollar. Perfect! She does that and James comes home with his dollar, his tooth, and his new note. Thank you to a wonderful teacher who helps a mother out and keeps the magic alive!<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-29233079043168076162015-01-10T21:02:00.004-07:002015-01-10T21:02:30.050-07:00Pizza, anyone?Family date. This boy. All he wanted was breadsticks and sauce.<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-21271737443139399562015-01-03T21:12:00.000-07:002015-01-10T21:13:05.540-07:00Reading NookWe should all find a quiet place to read once in a while.<br />
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Sariah teaches me something every single day.<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-63328346605253645992014-12-28T21:07:00.000-07:002015-01-10T21:08:36.087-07:00Lucky Number 1313 years married to this beefcake. So many ups, very little downs. We should all be so lucky to ride through life with companions that we just adore.<br />
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To celebrate, we went to the temple. We went to the new Phoenix temple because we missed the open house. It was more beautiful than words can describe. <br />
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We then went to dinner at a restaraunt that rotates around the top of a hotel. It was actually very cheesy, but neat to see the city from above.<br />
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Here's to many more!<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-71249162641270713532014-12-27T21:03:00.000-07:002015-01-10T21:04:50.690-07:00ImpossibilityHave you ever tried keeping clothes on a toddler? It's impossible!<br />
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Good thing he has a cute bum.<br />
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Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-25761797627931946962014-12-25T20:56:00.000-07:002015-01-10T20:58:43.627-07:00Christmas 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My heart is full this Christmas. So full that at times, I am brought to tears. My amazing-beyond-words husband and these three children are all I need. Merry Christmas.</div>
Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-67857044799573495812014-12-24T21:13:00.000-07:002015-01-10T21:14:43.906-07:00Heart Melting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-33538724288215585152014-12-19T21:25:00.000-07:002015-01-10T21:28:35.590-07:00Gingerbread Houses and TreesIt is rare, but I get to volunteer once in a while for the kid's classes.<br />
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Today was one of those super fun days! They were both making gingerbread houses at school. Kids, sugar, icing, more sugar, and chaos? Their teachers are angels on earth.<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-24936366250138222482014-12-12T21:35:00.000-07:002015-01-10T21:35:58.589-07:00Because picnics are always fun...I love it when these two get creative together. Today? Picnic on the patio table in the backyard and a movie on the Kindle.<br />
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p.s. Someone wasn't so happy that I snuck up on them to take a picture.<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-2514793865478539092014-11-30T21:30:00.000-07:002015-01-10T21:33:45.411-07:00Decorating the TreeThe children love decorating the Christmas tree. It is such a magical evening and is a treat to watch them carefully choose their ornaments and place them with the utmost of care.<br />
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I am so happy this season is upon us.<br />
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<br />Franklin Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304239536157141221noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1169236576499727724.post-68840896915298050832014-11-28T21:11:00.000-07:002015-01-10T21:11:28.032-07:006 under 7You know you're going on an adventure when you have 6 kids ages 7 and under in your car.<br />
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