Tim's Surgery

Before

After

Tim had surgery for a hernia. The surgery went very well, they actually found another hernia while repairing the other one, so they fixed that as well. Tim had a very hard time coming out of it and I was bummed because he didn't say anything funny while he was doped up!

Christmas Party

Santa came to Isaac's preschool Christmas Party. Isaac told me, "I'm so excited I can feel it in my stomach!" I was suprised that Hailey went to talk to him, I thought she would be freaked out by the whole Santa thing.

Private No More!

Maybe I was paranoid, I don't know. But there have been some family that haven't been able to get onto my blog. I know to be careful enough to what I post so I shouldn't have anything to worry about!
Enjoy!

Scary Times

Isaac has been having a hard time breathing at times and complaining of pain by his heart. That led us to an EKG test and chest x-ray. He was such a brave guy and was so still. Tests came back today negative for all they tested for which is such a relief. But, if he keeps complaining about it then he might have to wear a heart monitor for a couple of days to catch what might be bothering him.

Baby Jack

Baby Jack is movin' and groovin' inside Des's tummy. One Sunday evening, all the girls were so excited to feel him move that we had our hands on her tummy just waiting for him to kick. We had to take a picture of us all hovering over Des. We can't wait for this little guy to come out so we can love and love and love him!

In Honor Of Grandpa Sandgren

Tim's grandfather passed away Thanksgiving night. What a wonderful experience to have shared with his family. I didn't know his grandpa well, but I knew and could tell that he was a great man. The memory I will savor most is how much he loved his dear sweetheart. The funeral was incredible and the spirit was so strong. The tribute to him was unforgettable. He is dearly loved and will be greatly missed.
A cute story to go along with this: While we were at the viewing I was holding Isaac up to look into the casket. I was explaining to Isaac that grandpa was in heaven now. His reply, "Well, it doesn't look like it!" How wonderful to have children to make us smile.

A Late Thanksgiving

I love Thanksgiving. We had a great time together this year. The weather was even good enough to play a rousing game of Speed. The food was great and the pie was even better. How blessed we are to have wonderful family.

Pre-Holiday Cheer

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Twilight

The Sandgren Gals went to see Twilight last night. We had so much fun together. The movie was very good, but I have to claim that there were some cheesey moments. After the movie we went to The Cheesecake Factory. While the men stayed home and watched the "HOLY WAR" (BYU/UTAH game) the women went out and played. I've expressed my love for these women before in an earlier post but I just have to say it again! I LOVE THESE GUYS!!!!

My 27th Birthday!

I had mixed emotions about turning 27. I'm not going to go into huge detail, but I've coped with it. I had a super fun birthday. The celebrations started on the Sunday before the 18th. The in-laws know I love cheesecake and suprised me with one as my birthday cake! (Thanks guys!) Before I blew out the 27 candles that Kelli insisted be on the cake, my family favored me with a very off-key Happy Birthday song. I love the in-laws! On Tuesday, the actually day, I went out to dinner with two of my girlfriends, Rachel and Mel. We had a great time chatting and they made sure to embarrass me because of my birthday. But hey, free dessert never hurt anyone! But the big event came Wednesday. My dear mom gave me Carrie Underwood concert tickets for my birthday! I screamed when she gave them to me, just like a teenager. Tim and I had a blast! She was absolutely incredible. She is such a powerhouse singer and it was so fun. Thanks mama! My week continues as the girls go out to see Twilight on Saturday. Though I will be missing the BYU/Utah game I know that I'm going to have a blast with my sisters and mom-in-law!
Tim suprised me with a beautiful bouquet of roses and a way cute sweater.
(I'm proud of my camera skills with this pic. I thought it turned out awesome!)

Tim and I at the concert, and of course Miss Carrie.
Tim said at the end of the concert that seeing her didn't help his crush!

Thoughts By Isaac

Tim and Isaac had a little conversation Sunday morning that was too cute not to share with you all.
They were talking about Heaven and it went like this,
(Isaac)"Dad, I don't want to go to Heaven before you. I would miss you and Hailey and mommy."
(Tim)"Well, if I go then I will also miss you, Hailey and mommy."
(Isaac)"So, I think it would be best if we all just went together."

A Little Inspiration

I have to share with you all what happened to me today. I was at Maceys in the foyer area trying to get Isaac and Hailey into a shopping cart. I had previously gone to another store and didn't have a good experience with the kids there. I was really on my last nerve and people were just watching me trying to handle me kids, like I was some side show. I finally got them settled into a car cart and totally cut this guy off with my cart, but I really didn't care. I had just started my shopping when that same guy came up to me and told me that he needed to say something. I really wasn't in any mood to listen to some guy lecture me on proper cart manners or something. This is what he said, "It looks like being a mom is really hard, you're doing awesome." I didn't know what to say. I thanked him and went on my way. I wanted to start crying right there in the store. That guy had no clue how much I needed to hear that. Yes, being a mom is super hard and today especially I was having a really hard day with my kids. I really needed to hear that it seemed like I was doing an okay job despite my lack of patience.
Thank you to that guy who took the time to brighten my day. I know that he was inspired to tell me that and I thank Heavenly Father for sending that little message to help me keep going.

"It's Autumn Time, Its Autumn Time . ."

Isaac and Hailey had a fun Saturday morning helping Daddy rake up all the leaves. The only problem is that Isaac buried his toy shovel under one of the piles of leaves and is now lost.

I'm So Proud

When your child arrives at a great milestone in their life you are amazed at their incredible ability. When Isaac came to me one evening to show me what he had figured out how to write I got misty-eyed and thought, yes my child is going places.

We're Going Private!

Hey all - We've decided to set our blog to invited members only. If you don't think that we have your email address please leave a comment so we can add you. We love having our blog available to those who like to see what we are up to, but just feel it time to block it. We've had some random who-knows-where-these-people-came-from comments and want what would be best for our family. Even if you just check up on us randomly, leave your email.

Loves,
Leslie