CATCHING UP WITH THE CLARKS

WE'RE BACK!! We have returned from the dead and have finally come back to the blogging world. While we've been gone A LOT has happened. All three kids have had birthday's. Jenni's brother Josh and Jimmy's sister Heidi both had weddings, which the girls were able to use the same dress for. We took a trip to Montana with Jimmy's family, golf course and tennis court included. Here is more info about the last seven months...

In October we moved into a new house, just east of where were. We love the space, the neighborhood, and the fact that Cameron was able to stay in the same school. We have been looking to move for a while and decided it was the right time when we received a positive pregnancy test in early July. We feel very blessed to have sold and bought a house we love within just a few months in the current housing market and to be adding a new little one to our family. The kids love the new place and Cameron is excited to share his room with his new baby brother, due to arrive in early March.

Jimmy is still working for Zions Bank, in their commercial lending division. This year he has realized he can actually eat and enjoy vegetables. On top of that he has found a love for running and in turn has lost 40 pounds in the past year. He hates to admit this, but he has actually chosen to run 10k’s over a round of golf. He looks great and we are very proud of him.

I on the other hand have been gaining weight. Each pregnancy before now Jimmy had offered to lose a pound for every one I gained and this time he is actually doing. Although, it should be known that he has lost a bit more than I have gained. I really enjoy being a Mom & I am reminded of this at the end of the day when & if my kids are all asleep at the same time. My kids are truly my greatest joy and I feel so lucky to have such a supportive husband that is always there for me. I also enjoy the occasional break away from home to teach my ballet classes twice a week.

Cameron has started kindergarten and loves it once we can shove him out of the car. We have found the best way to get him up is to allow him to read the sports ticker on ESPN to see what the scores were the night before. He is reading really well and enjoys using his brain ALL the time. He is most happy when playing sports, board games, or anything that requires another person. Have you ever played the game Life with a five year old, let alone a five year old that demands to be the banker and can actually count the currency correctly? He is exhausting, but we love him!

Kaitlyn is three and is our little drama queen. For those of you who have seen High School Musical, she is our Sharpay. Her shoe infatuation has not ended, just magnified. I was very excited for a girl and after having 3 brothers and a son. I might have gone a little over board on her…. accessories. Oops!! On any given day of the week you will find her in a dress or skirt, with my high heel shoes on carrying a purse, possibly a microphone, wearing glasses, and any jewelry she can find. Although she is drama, she is my sweetheart. She is always in tune to my feelings and wanting to make me happy.

Abbi is 18 months and just trying to survive being Kaitlyn’s little sisters. She also can be found wearing high heel shoes but not enjoying them so much as just thinking they are required. Luckily she has her brother to show her things such as balls, wii remotes and other things less painful. She is definitely developing her personality and we think she is going to be quite the tease.

We feel very grateful this time of year and always for the blessing of wonderful family and friends. We hope this letter finds you all well. We are also continually grateful for our Savior and a loving Heavenly Father who is mindful of us always. We hope you all feel of Their love this season. Merry Christmas!