My First 5K Run

This weekend I ran my first 5K race. My friend Elaine wanted me to do one with her so I decided to go ahead and try it. I have been running that distance because I am training for a triathlon but hadn't done a race before.

We woke up early and I wasn't even sure what to wear or eat. I was a little nervous and wasn't sure what to expect. We arrived at the race about 30 minutes before it started. As we looked around we realized that we were the minority. Everyone was a young student aging between 19-22. We finally noticed two other women (that looked like us) and went to stand by them. We headed to the starting line and ended up being in the back because all of the students were crowding the front.

After a slow start (it is hard to run fast with people surrounding you) we headed up a huge hill. If any of you have been to Utah Valley University and have seen the hill up to Provo. Well that's the hill. So I decided that my goal was to just run and not stop. I didn't even have a stopwatch to see my speed.

I was happily surprise when I crossed the finish line at 23:20.9. I had run a 7:30 min/mi. I was very pleased with my first run but am sure it won't be as fast in the triathlon.

Here's my official score: 15th out of 127 women.

Good Friends

The Curry's

Our wonderful friends the Curry's came to visit us and some other friends this past week. It was so nice to see them again and it's just a reminder about how much we love and miss them.

It was such a busy week for our family. It was Teacher Appreciation Week at the school. I was in charge of doing the Music Teacher's door. I found way cute notes and wrote, "Mrs. Elliott, Just a "Note" to say Thanks. It turned out cuter than I had planned. Of course I didn't take a picture. I also spent a good part of the week working on the school newsletter. On Wednesday I watched my neice and nephew for the day. They were really good and I was able to get most of the house cleaned before my friends arrived. I also was in charge of bringing lunch to both of the teachers. It was a busy week and I felt like I was running with my head cut off-but it was fun and I accomplished everything

On Wednesday night the Curry's arrived from Colorado. We got them settled in and then hit the sack. The next day they had a visit with some friends so we just did all the school stuff. On Friday we went to the Bean Museum with them. Our friends the Cox's also came. It was a lot of fun to have the gang together again. Afterwards we went the BYU Creamery and ate good icecream. YUM!!! That night we played our favorite game and of course the GIRLS WON!!!

On Saturday we met at our house and had the Curry's and the Cox's stay for the day. There were a lot of kids but they all did so good. We had a great time visting and playing games and remembering how much fun we used to have.

One thing I know for sure is that these two families WILL ALWAYS be our cherished friends. It's amazing how we can not see each other for years and then get together and its like we have never parted.

I know that we were all meant to meet in Colorado to make these friendships. Although two of us have left, our friendships are still strong.

I am so grateful we were able to spend time with them this weekend. THANKS GUYS!!!
And it was fun playing games again.

Cassidy- Playing with the Cards

Our Family

Elaine and Cassidy

Sean and Sadie

Easter Fun

EASTER TIME

Easter weekend was a fun one for our family. We love that it is Spring, although that means we will have to do yard work again.

We started with a fun Neighborhood Easter Egg Hunt. The eggs were everywhere and the kids had a good time. It was at our friends house the Allens and all their friends were there participating in the hunt with them.

Brielle finding some eggs.

Treyson looking for eggs

Britton on his crutches finding the eggs

Ashlyn finding eggs

Brielle playing afterwards

On Saturday we went to the Grange's for a few hours. The kids enjoyed seeing their cousins and playing the Wii. Thanks for the yummy food and the fun Easter treats.

On Easter Morning we had to wake the kids up a little earlier so we could still make 9 a.m. church. We had them get all dresses before they could go down and see what the Easter Bunny brought. They did a great job and we even made church on time.

The Grange Kids

YEAH!!!

Helping Brielle

On Sunday we went to the White's and had their annual Easter Egg Hunt. (Okay for two years now). They had presents hidden all over the yard and some of the eggs even had MONEY in them. I think Ashlyn made over 6 dollars. (She was excited)

We then had a a wonderful Easter dinner and played games with Whitney, Bryan and my Mom. We also were able to spend it with my Grandmother. It was a wonderful day.
Ashlyn and all her stuff

Treyson looking at his stuff

Britton-Looking at his stuff

Brielle just happy to get more candy

Doesn't she look sick?

Brielle was not feeling well this week. She had a high fever and didn't sleep very much. We decided to take her to the Doctors when I noticed she had sores on her tongue. After the appointment the Doctor let me know she has Hand, Mouth and Foot Disease. It is very contagious so we have been home this whole week. Treyson is also sick with a cold so it's been a long week.

The problem with this sickness is that after the first few days she will feel fine but still be contagious. She wants to play with some friends and outside but we have to keep her away from
everyone.

YEAH!!!! It's Been 6 weeks

Britton without his cast

Well today was the day. It's been 6 weeks since Britton broke his leg. We were a little worried that he had used it too much and so he wouldn't get the cast off. But everything looked good and he is officially cast free!!!

He won't really use it that much yet, but the Dr. said that's normal. He said, Britton's brain thinks his leg doesn't work so he thinks it won't. But the x-ray showed a good heal.

We are so glad that he finally has his cast off. His leg his peeling like crazy!!! He was excited to itch it.

Island Park

Rexburg Temple

Well we went on our annual Island Park trip this last month. It was so much fun. We had 5 couples this time and enjoyed watching movies, snowmobiling, and eating good food. Thanks to all those who went. We had a great time. On our way up we went early with our friends the Wells (who's parents own the cabin) so we could attend the Rexburg Temple. Having lived in Rexburg for a few years, I really wanted to do a session. It was beautiful and worth leaving a little earlier so we could attend. Thanks to Stephanie and Adam for letting us come and for going with us.

Our friends at dinner

Tagged by Sara

My friend Sara tagged me. So here's a little information about my handsome Husband:
What is his name?: Scott Ryan Grange
How long have you been together?: 13 years
How long did you date?: We dated for 8 months before we got married.
How old is he? 36-yep that old.
Who eats more?: He eats more, but I seem to eat through the day.
Who is taller: He is.
Who can sing better? we aren't really a singing couple. But our kids sure sing well.
Who is smarter? He is. He is so much better at math, computers, and those engineering things than I could ever be. I am smarter in the everyday things and keep the family going.
Who does the laundry?We both do. I hate laundry. I would rather clean the bathrooms. I love my new front loaders and that has helped. Now I just need someone to put the clothes away.
Who pays the bills? I do.
Who mows the lawn? I do. We did have a few young men do it a few times this past summer because our lawn mower broke. But I like to do it. I think its because I can't hear anything and then he has to watch the kiddos.
Who cooks dinner? I usually start dinner and then he comes home and helps. On Tuesdays we eat whatever we can find (way to busy).
Who drives? He does.
Who is more stubborn?He would probably say I am. Which could be true.
Who kissed who first? He did. We had been out a few times and he had wanted to wait for a few more dates before he kissed me. But he just couldn't leave my doorstep. It took about 45 minutes, before he finally did it.
Who asked who out first? He asked me out but it was because my Mom had told my friend Sara that I thought Scott was cute.
Who proposed? He did. He had taken me to a nice restaurant and then took me up the canyon to have icecream. It was the same place we went the first time I met him. He then took me to the lake and played the song he wrote me on his guitar. He then got down on one knee and asked me. I wasn't surprised that he proposed, I was surprised he already had a ring.
Who is more sensitive? I am I think. Scott doesn't show a lot of emotion. He says his eyes just don't make tears. (I think it's just an excuse).
Who has more siblings? He does--2 brothers and 3 sisters. I have one brother and one sister.

What's going on at the Grange House

Well today Britton got his cast on. He got to pick his color and he chose his favorite-Green. I hope it feels better on him and that he can do things for himself better. He is in good spirits and is planning on going to school tomorrow. His class misses him and I haven't gotten to get as much done as I would have liked. But it has been fun to have him home. He always makes me laugh and is taking things well.

Sacagawea

Ashlyn just finished the month with the Wax Museum at her school. She was to pick someone famous from American History and dress like her, do a report and an oral report and then stand in the library like she was made of wax. She did a great job. She was Sacajawea or Sacagawea (depending on how you want to spell it). She learned a lot and enjoyed doing the Wax Museum.

Sacagawea and Pomp

Treyson is still loving preschool and playing the Wii. He is our happy boy and we sure love him.

Brielle is becoming an artist. She had a jolly time coloring all over my walls. Thank goodness it was pencil. We have to be more careful with what we leave down. She is a busy girl and full of MUCH MORE ENERGY than I have. I am grateful she still naps.

Other than that we are trying to figure out how to shower Britton, how to get him to learn the stairs and are hoping that I start feeling better soon. (I have a cold)

Until later.

It's been a long time

It's been such a long time since I have written anything on my blog. So much has happened and I will catch up but I wanted to let you all know that my poor Britton broke his leg this weekend as we were sledding down the hill. We went with some friends and they had brought some skis to ski down this little hill. Well Britton decided to try it and of course didn't fall too hard but twisted his leg. In the twist he broke his leg in maybe two places. They will have to cast his left leg all the way to his thigh for the next 6 to 8 weeks. Just keep him in your prayers as he is having a lot of pain and can't quite figure out how to use the crutches. We sure hope he feels better soon. We love you Britton.

Things we have missed

Well since I haven't blogged for awhile, I have missed a lot of important stuff. So Let's go through them a little bit.

Scott had a birthday. We won't tell you how old he is. Let's just say OLD!!! We went to dinner and enjoyed his birthday.

Scott's Birthday Cake-Icecream Cake

The second thing you need to know is that my Treyson turned 5 years old. He is so excited to go to school next year. For his birthday we took our family to Kangaroo Zoo (Grandma Jan, Whitney, and Parker came too). It was a lot of fun. Even Brielle loved it. We just slid down the slides and had races with the kids. They want to go back soon
Kangaroo Zoo

Treyson's Birthday

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We then celebrated Christmas. Like always Santa was good to us. Looking back the Christmas season just seemed to fly by. We had our nightly devotionals, saw Christmas lights and spend a lot of time driving from Pleasant Grove to Centerville and West Valley to see family. Because Scott's family was in town we ended up going up quite a bit.


For Christmas Eve we had our traditional talent show. The Grandkids had a great time acting out the Christmas Eve Story.

Treyson and Hunter

We had Christmas at our house. I love having it with just our little family. The kids were so excited and they loved all their presents. They have probably played the Wii the most. Treyson loves it and would play it all day if I let him.

The kids waiting to come downstairs

Ashlyn on Christmas Morning

Britton and his new bike

Brielle on Christmas morning

Treyson or Transformer

In January we had Brielle's 2nd birthday. We had cake and ice cream and she loved the presents she got to open. She is becoming a pro at opening presents. She is now the typical 2 year old. INTO EVERYTHING!!! If I could count how many times she was on the table a day. Let's just say A LOT!!! But we are enjoying her energy.

Brielle's Cake

Brielle and her cake

Brielle and her new dress

Blowing out candles

Grandma Neola and Brielle

Britton's Baptism and Christmas Around the World

Britton's Baptism

On December 1st of this year our Britton was able to be baptized into the True Church. We had the early time of 9:00 a.m. for his baptism. Of course we awoke to lots of snow and bad roads. We were glad that everyone made it in time. Britton was glad to see everyone.

We had the baptism with another little girl in our ward. Fortunately, we are good friends with them and do a babysitting group with them. Our friend Holly wanted to talk and thought it would be cool for each of us to talk at their baptism. So I had the privilege of talking on baptism.

It was a good baptism and we are so proud of Britton. We then had a yummy brunch afterwards at our home. Thanks to all who made it. It was a lot of fun visiting with family and seeing Elise our new addition to the family.

Britton and his dad

The Family

Britton and Scott

Britton

Britton and Scott

About 2 that afternoon Ashlyn was lucky to have been asked to perform in Christmas Around the World at BYU. Every 3-4 years they ask cloggers that aren't actually students to come and do a number. It was a lot of practices and many hours of work. But it was well worth it. She had a good time and enjoyed performing in front of such a huge amount of people. We are so glad she was able to do it.