Graduation and then some..

I really thought I would be a mess for some reason when Kaden graduated but instead I beamed with smiles. It was such a wonderful day. Not only was Kaden graduating but many of the kids he went to school with I have had the joy of working with and love so many of them.

Kaden has had a busy month, he graduated seminary,ran every weekend and by the way our boys track took 2nd at state! graduated high school received some awards etc and is preparing to put in his mission papers. I am sure I am leaving out a lot of the stuff but you get the idea.

Klint and I have been hiking for the past couple of weekends. This tree is a mini example of the many that had fallen on our first hike. We had to climb over and under and over and under. There were trees every foot or so it was crazy!

I had a summer to do list a mile long and boy did I get to it that first week off. I would like to get a job but not having the best of luck finding one at the moment. Kaden has a 2nd job he works with a 9 year old boy that is living with a condition similar to cerebral palsy his name is Hyrum. Kyra is working at a local hotel cleaning. THey are both busy busy, Kyra has also been busy with soccer they played in the summer games and are currently at suu soccer camp she plays 4 games a day for a week give or take. Exhaustion!

Kaden is busy working and preparing papers appt. and interviews to go on a mission. It isn't just fill out papers and go. Klint has had some luck with Dr. # ? he discovered he has arthritis in his hip and hardly any cartilige there so we are working on getting that better and then seeing about the back with a cat scan and then go from there. did I mention this DR is in California. He saw him once and then after all these tests he may go back we will see. 

I found an amazing taffy recipe at skiptomylou.org and can I say it is addictive. I love this recipe I have never made such perfect taffy. Well summer has been busy and full of great things so far. I have left out a few things like Grad night Kaden's Lake Powell trip Jean moving in and moving out and probably a few more things but I think this is enough of an update for now. Always know there is more.

Quick update

I am feeling so bad that I haven't updated in a long time. Life has been interesting and full of chaos. About a month ago Klint's mom moved in with us. Yes, I mean full on move in furniture and all. At the time she moved in she was in a bit of a fog, however she is feeling much better and so as of yet things are on a we'll see status. But for now she is here.

That isn't all I have been helping with Grad night and raising $. Kaden has been busily running track our boys took 2nd in state over all for 3a.Oh and did i mention he is also graduating this Fri.

Kyra has also been busy running and jumping for track. She also just got the most outstanding girl sophmore math student. Take that 6th grade math teacher.

Klint ,well Klint has spent the year trying everything to get his failed back surgery to feel better. No luck. We have found a Dr. in Cali. that migh be able to help. SO far this will be DR. # Oh heck I forget something like 6. Klint also was just released from his calling with the deacons, he has been in young mens for about 6 years or more. he is now in the Elders Quorum he is the 2nd Counselor.

All in all everyday here has been full of something. Did I mention we had a fabulous mother daughter spring fling light dinner activity for my 16 act. day girls. It was fun. the other day I took a stress test in a magazine. It said I had too much going on. Hmmm. maybe it's time for a nice summer vacation. Ya I think that will help rejuevenate my mind. I have a summer to do list that 3 months will just about fill.

One last update. For those of you wondering what Kaden's plans are now that his required 5 days a week for 12 + years of school are over. He turns 19 on Sept 8th, and is preparing to turn in  his papers to serve a mission. So for the next 2 years he will be somewhere out there knocking on doors and being led by Father in Heaven to bring a message to those who are willing to listen. After that well he plans on going to Weber.

More to come after we get through Grad Night.

Junior Prom 2011

Wow! time sure flies when your having fun. Kyra is finally 16 and old enough to date.

Me and Kyra. Bitter sweet. Isn't she gorgeous. Wow!

Kaden and Kyra. One of the few dances they can go to together. And yes those are orange shoes. Lol

Kaden and his beautiful date, Sumer isn't she stunning

Kyra and her handsomedate Brayden Bybee. Aww aren't they cute!

2011 has been great so far. Only big problem is these 2 kids are growing up so fast. It seems like the last few years have been in hyper speed. i can only imagine what the future will bring. FOr now I am going to enjoy every minute. We are so lucky and so blessed.

sunday yumm!

It seems like a weekend doesn't go by without a little baking around here. It warms our home and soothes my soul. Today I found a recipe at kingarthurflour.com for english muffins. I saw them on a blog made with wheat flour and decided it was worth a try.

Homemade Wheat English muffins

The once little now large gremlins that live here love to eat english muffins. So the task began quite easily I must say. I didn't read their whole recipe I was looking at the blog recipe and not the king arthur one. It wasn't until I was done mixing the batter I realized I could have used the bread machine. While the dough raised I started to feel pretty darn brave and decided to try a sourdough starter. Can't say I am having good luck with that one, it is currently taking over. Maybe I should cover the starter before it takes over the counter?

Mad sourdough starter.

I also made my favorite thing to make over the weekend Granola. Klint and I eat enough granola that I make it once a week. The kids think its gross. I remember those days I thought granola was for "old" people. I am proud to say I am one of those "old" people now. Today I tried making granola with applesauce instead of oil. I think it was lacking a special sweetness.
                                 How do you eat your granola? I like greek yogurt and blueberries.

Fun with signs

So this is my newest experiment. I am thinking about printing this and then modge podgeing it onto a board so it looks like a canvas and raising the K & J. Cheap graphic pop art. I hope the size shows up well here.

So I have decided to post at least once a week. Best laid plans and all. Just when I think I have this camera thing mastered I am quickly stumped so just know I am trying.  I have several things that I have made that I will probably try to get on here just for the fun of it. Yes, I will also still post the ongoings of our little fam.

This past week Kyra has been seeing a chiropractor for her back. She has scoliosis. It has gotten worse. She went from a 12% to a 15% curve in 2 years. We are hoping to get her some relief. 

This is what my cousin and I spent our afternoon doing yesterday. I am soo relieved that I was able to get this on here. I am not sure if these are the photos I will use for letters just testing it out right now.  Next I will be doing one that says Klint & Jeanna in an unusual way. My camera however is about to give up any life it might have had. It is unable to focus at times and just plain shody.

  

My hopes and wishes for the New Year and reflection on 2010

     Time is going by so quickly. How did I get here a mother of an 18 year old and almost 16 year old. I often think is this my life or just a dream. 2010 brought so many new experiences to our lives. Kaden took a trip to Washington D.C., he went to EFY for the first time, he got his first job, he is senior class v.p., he turned 18, he finished his last season of high school football, and much more. Kyra busy bee that she is took drivers ed. early morning for 6 weeks, played a great soccer season for JV team, she takes stats for boys bball, she bakes treats, is liking sewing, she is finding soo many new things out about life its just fun to watch. This year we went to the beach with the kids for the first time ever. It was a quick trip but well worth it.

As I reflect on what has happened I am looking forward to what I hope will happen this coming year. I have many hopes and wishes for this coming year.

Hopes and Wishes for 2011

I hope to be able to start college classes

I hope to find someway to bring in more income as more is going out

I wish we could go to Hawaii

I hope Kaden is able to make all his dreams after graduation come true

I hope Kyra will be a safe driver and dater

 I hope Klint is able to find some relief from his back

I wish my backyard would magically get finished

I hope all our bills will be able to be paid

I hope my friends and family are able to enjoy this year

Most of all I hope we remain in good health and are able to soar in everything that comes our way.

Pictures to some day come as we are temporarily lacking a good camera