Gunnison

Jason as you may recall, is a proud Alumni for Western State College in Gunnison, CO. This past weekend was their homecoming weekend, which also includes the annual "Alumni Rugby Tournament". For those that know me well, you would know that I was "Thrilled" to go. Yah..Hoo. Gunnison is not my idea of a vacation. Jason really wanted to go though, and I guess since we haven't been back for the entire 6+ years we've been married..we were due. Jason pulled out all his rugby gear (he played football for all 4 years and added rugby his senior year) including his really ugly, very old football cleats. I didn't even know he still had those God awful shoes. What came out next would come as no surprise to me knowing that I married a man that reminds me of the great "Al Bundy" from the sitcom Married with Children. You may have guessed it..his old football championship rings. Three of them to be exact, and yes he tried to wear all of them at one time. It looked like he was wearing brass knuckles. I had to put my foot down and tell him there was "NO WAY" he was wearing those all at the same time. I mean seriously AL Bundy, it was time to move on.

Jason had a really good time playing rugby. I was just praying he wouldn't get hurt. I mean come on, the dude is old now! How this game works is the Old boys (alumni) play the young boys (current students). You can imagine the blood shed I was picturing. Luckily there were no serious injuries to report, only some shattered egos. Those young boys got their tails whooped by a bunch of thirty somethings with beer bellies and bad joints. It was quite funny.

On our last day, Jason took the boys on a tour of his old stomping grounds. We headed to the stadium where he played many of his games. As soon as we stepped out into the stadium Jake decided to bust out a 1/4 mile on the track. He didn't stop to even take a break. I was blown away at the thought that a 5 year old ran that distance in what they call "The highest collegiate stadium in the world". When Jake was done running, Jason brought him to see his old weight room. Jason always talks about his old college record for weightlifting. Another one of those AL Bundy moments. And then I saw it.. Jason's name STILL on the wall for school records. He still holds the record for a Defensive player on Bench press and squat. He just smiled and said "Ten years and counting". I have to admit, I was a little excited and proud of him.

Jason changed his last name from Finnen to Fincham just after college.
Just thought I would add.. the weather was perfect!

We're goin' on a berry hunt!

In Penrose CO they have a great place called the "Happy Apple Farm"! You take a short tractor ride into their fields and you can pick your own apples right off the tree. I thought for sure the kids would have a great time with this, So we packed up and headed out! Once there, we were informed that because of the freeze the weekend before all the apples were done, however they still had plenty of blackberries that needed picking. So with baskets in hand, aboard the tractor we were, off into the blackberry bushes. Both kiddos really had a great time hunting for their own berries trying to see who could collect the most. After a few bug bites and two blackberry stained shirts we were ready to head back.
I noticed on our way out they have a really great pumpkin crop. I have a feeling we will be back for a few of those too.

Catch up!

Michael Phelps...Look out!

Jacob has had much improvement in his skills from earlier this summer! As you may recall the butt bump!

Now that "Summer" is over...

Today was the end of our summer break as Jacob started kindergarten. Hard to believe how fast these last five years have gone. Jacob was actually pretty excited and eager to go. He even thought that he would grow "massively" over night. When I told him that "I wanted to take pictures of him in the morning" he told me that "they would just be pictures of his belly because he would be so much taller" He then mentioned that he would have to take showers because he wouldn't fit in the tub anymore. Well, he popped out of bed this am the same height as he went to bed...a little disappointed, but still excited for the day.
There is little girl named Audrey that he knew from PPCS(she was in another class but they had chapel together)that is in his class this year. She just might be his new love interest. Jacob did really well walking into class and right away found his desk and sat right down. He looked like such a big boy today. I felt very excited for him and not really all that sad...well..that was only until I read the note his teacher Mrs. Brock wrote and handed to us with the instruction "not to be read until you are in the car". This is what it said..

"I gave you a little wink and smile as you entered my room today.
For I know how hard it is for you to leave and know your child must stay.
You've been with them five years now and been a loving guide, but now, alas the time has come to leave them by my side.
Just know that as you drive away and the tears down your cheeks may flow
I'll love them as I would my own, and help them learn and grow.
For as a parent, I too know how quickly the years do pass.
So please put your mind at ease, and cry those tears no more.
For I will love them and take them in when you leave them at my door."

Then I cried like a baby.

Jake had a great 1st day, and really likes his teacher. I hope the rest of year will continue to be just as smooth.

Changes

I decided to try a new page layout, I hope you like it. I have been messing with a few different layout and decided that this one fits me best.

A new change going down in the Fincham home is that I am going back to work almost full time. It is called a .75 position which means I will work 5 shifts per pay period. I curently only work 1-2 per pay period. This means that the kids will be going to day care for the first time EVER. Jake will be there for 2 half days and Jeff 2 full days. I admit this makes me a little nervous, but I think it will work out just fine. I will be looking forward to the extra money that I will be bringing in, along with the extra experience I will be gaining. I love being a nurse and feel that it is time for to explore that side of me a little more. Our hospital will be moving to its brand new $200 million dollar facility on Aug 16th. The hospital is absolutly beautiful! I am not looking forward the the cahous of "move day" or the weeks to follow. It will be very hectic.

Today we went shopping for school supplies and uniforms. Hard to beleive that Jake is starting kindergarden in 3 weeks. Where did the years go? I hope it will be an easy adjustment for him and myself. He will be in AM kindergarden that is Mon-Fri 8:15-11:30.

"Are you kidding me?"

Jacob's new phrase for the week...."Are you kidding me?"
Some examples

As we were walking/hurrying into swim lessons from the locker room..
Jacob: "Are you kidding me Jeffrey? You are the slowest little kid I know"

As he was putting on his new "speed racer" swimsuit on..
Jacob: "this speed racer suit is going to make me swim real fast..I mean come on..are you kidding me?"

Jacob apparently has a new "boys only club" that Jeff, daddy and him belong to. I'm not quite sure if Jason realizes that he is even part of a club, or that he may or may not be past due on his daily club dues. However I learned quickly I was not welcome into clubhouse(Jacob's room).

Jacob: "Are you kidding me? Didn't you see the sign...boy's only"

Lastly, as I was puting on eyeliner and mascara, with a concerned look...
Jacob: "are you kidding? That's too much eye polish."
I am not quite sure where Jacob came up with the saying or when to use it appropriately, but come on, are you kidding me? It's the funniest thing.

"geared up"

"Gearing up"

Jeffrey fighting the "fire" (weeds)

Firefighter

Our playgroup recently went to a local Fire Station for the 'ol tour. The kids really had a great time seeing the fire truck and the ladder truck (yes there is a difference). Fire trucks carry water, about 5000 gallons, and the ladder trucks are just that, with a bunch of tools. The kids were able to jump in the trucks and try on the head phones (the firemen talk to them trough the head phones), they also were each given a chance to spray a hose. Of course they did the talk about calling 911 and the whole "stop drop and roll" thing. They also got in full gear to show the kids how they look and sound in a fire. Jake was star struck the entire time, and Jeffrey enjoyed the time too. Jeffrey kept saying "youk mama" (look mama). Right before we left, the firemen had me dress up in their gear to show the kids. It was really a great time.
Here are some pics from the day!
Sorry the picture quality isn't there. These photos were emailed to me and sized way down.

Yes...... we are alive

I know it's been a while, and yes I know I said this last time.. but... I will get be better about posting. Jacob and Jeffrey's surgery went well. I am glad we did them the same day. Everything worked out as I hoped it would. I was able to be with both as they were put to sleep and both when they woke. The hospital did a great job working with me. I did get some pics of our fun filled day. Jacob had some great visitors including his BGFF Emily. She even brought him a get well gift.

I also took a video the day before surgery and then one today. You can tell a slight difference in his voice. The doc said it may take a few months for his nasal cavity to adjust to its new found space (Jacob's adenoids were huge I guess, even by adult standards). I am just glad it is done and over with. We had a LONG two weeks here at the Fincham house.

Camping Mueller State Park

Jason and I took the kids camping last weekend. We picked a beautiful state park here in Colorado. It also happened to be real close to where we live. Maybe a 45 min drive. Mueller has the rap of being second to Rocky Mountain National Park (Estes), so we knew it would be great. The campground itself was fab, for camping standards anyway. Bathrooms were close and the showers were not a far walk either. They even had a laundry room. That laundry room proved to be the best feature as the first night camping both boys got the stomach flu. Jake tries to blame the Somores, but I know better. So what we thought would be a great weekend of the wilderness and hiking, turned out to be a day of puking and watching movies in the camper(part of the day anyway). At least the movie choice was "The Great Outdoors". After a little time of rest, Jake decided that he wanted to go on a hike and "find some nature". By "nature" Jake meant that he wanted to see wildlife. I didn't figure that out until about the sixth or seventh "I don't see any nature! Where's the nature?"

Even without the wildlife our hike was very beautiful....until the massive storm with dangerously close lightning came rolling in. The last 1 1/2 miles of our 3 mile hike was uphill with NO breaks. I was too afraid of the lightning. We just watched "The Great Outdoors" remember? Jake was crying and yelling at his shoes to go faster and Jeffrey was in a full panic mode as well. Thunder seems so much louder when you are in the middle of nowhere and no place I knew of to seek shelter. Apparently I missed that day of girl scouts.

Thankfully we made it back safely just in time for the unbelievable downpour. Yeah for us.
Then I got the stomach flu....
Can't wait till next time.

Big Day

Well today is the day we've been waiting for, SURGERY DAY. It's now 4:18 am and I can no longer sleep. Maybe by coming in and doing this blog will release some anxiety at least enough to get another half hour of sleep. I am most nervous about my timing of the surgeries. I want to be there for both of them when they may need me the most. Pre-op and recovery. I want to help ease any fears they may have prior to their procedure and be there when they wake up. I am just worried that Jeffrey will be waking up when Jacob is getting ready to go. I know that people are thinking that "Jason can be with one of them, they'll be OK" But I feel that I need to be there. It's really more for me.
Then my other fear is Jacob and the pain he may be in. I hope he will be able to cope with it OK. No excessive bleeding, and that he does well with the anesthesia.
I look forward mostly to seeing a change in Jacob's voice. I really hope this helps his clarity.
He has talked about his surgery quite a bit last night. He helped pack his bag and even thought he should bring his shaving equipment, just in case. Doesn't really seem to be scared... YET. We'll see how long that lasts.
Jeffrey has not a clue and that's fine with me. He will be an in and out 20 min maybe. They said that they don't plan on putting him totally out and no IV. I like that idea.
Pray for us today. (I know I need them)
I just need to give this day and my fears to GOD. He will see me through.

Happy Birthday Jacob!

Happy Birthday Jacob!
Jacob turned 5 years old on May 17th. Hard to believe I have been a mom now for 5 years. It seems like just yesterday my little man was born. He's now already telling me that "I'm almost 6 now mom". It's funny that these little guys have little concept of time. But really, where did the years go?
It seems like we are almost always saying "I can't wait for....." filling in the blank with walking, talking, going to school, or what ever you want them to be growing into. At the same time, it's sad to think we will never get those times back. One day, I will never get to have Jake run and jump into my arms. And then he'll want "privacy" when it's bath time (if he will even still take baths, now it might be showers only)! Sometimes I wish he could stay little forever.
By the way, Jake now has a brand new booster seat. He picked it out himself, and he couldn't be more proud.
Here's his new montage! (Don't forget to pause the music player to your right)


Jacob's 5

Ramblings of the week

So since I haven't been the most ideal blogger, making a new post daily, or even every third day, I will recap the last week or two as best as I can.

1. Both Jacob and Jeffrey are scheduled for the surgeries on May 30th. Jacob is having both his tonsils and adenoids removed. As you may recall these would be Jacob's "organoids". The little guy will be getting tubes put in his ears. Jeffrey is now at 7 for ear infections since December. More than half of those resulted in a ruptured eardrum. I am excited to have them both done and hope all will turn out great. I have seen a youtube clip where a little girl was having her adenoids and tonsils removed for the same reason as Jake(language clarity and questionable obstructive sleep apnea). Her parents took video of her speaking before and after her procedure. The difference was amazing. I hope Jacob will have similar results. As for Jeff, I hope the doctor's office will survive me not paying rent there anymore. Say a prayer for both my boys. I'm a little nervous.

2. Jacob has really done well in swimming this week. He is jumping in with no problem. I thought after his booty bump 2 weeks ago we were going to have issues. Lucky for us, he has moved on. Now he's even getting the back stroke down.

3. Jeffrey has decided that he's not quite fond of counting to ten. We get through 8 pretty well, but then when I say "9" he gets a very sad look on his face and tells me "no, no nite nite". No... N-I-N-E , with even more distress "No, no nite nite".. Whatever.

4. Jacob has reminded me that when he turns five that "I will need a new car seat. One that is for big boys, this baby seat is too tight on my penis." Oh the joy of raising boys. I have learned quite a lot about the male anatomy for this young boy(including from his drawing of God). Lesson learned, Five year olds need bigger seats.

5. Lastly, today while the boys and I were walking into Costco. Both boys were holding their breath. Really, they just had their cheeks full of air and breathing through their noses. Jeffrey of course just copying what ever Jake does. I asked Jake what he was doing. The response: "I am trying not to breathe, remember last time it was cold? I GOT SICK! I don't want to get sick again, so I am holding my breath. I don't want to breathe in the sickies"
ummmmmmmmmm OK. I guess all that talk about wearing his coat did sink in.

With Love....
SEF

Swimming

Jacob is finishing up his 6 week swimming class this week. Although we have seen much improvement in his stroke, he could use a little more work in the actual "getting in" part. He is still scared jump in. I'm hoping that with a little more practice and trust in his instructor, this too will improve. If not, it will be a LONG summer.

I guess if I pulled a move like that, I would be scared too. I am just glad he tried again. As Uncle Scott would say, that was a "full pull".

Let's Go Fly a Kite

Today was so windy outside, it was a great day to fly a kite. Believe it or not this is the first time we've tried this. Jake had a great time, while Jeffrey was not a thrilled. Every time the kite would come crashing down or fly towards him, he would scream in terror. We didn't stay out long because the wind was a little cold. Overall a great first time.

Jake's drawing of GOD

Sorry it has been so long since I have checked in. To tell you the truth , I don't even know what I have been busy with. We are back though and everyone is good. Now to the matter at hand.
I absolutely think this is the funniest drawing Jacob has done to date. Apparently his teacher Mrs. Jewell, wanted the children to each draw a picture of God and then describe it to her, as she wrote what they said on their picture. Mrs. Jewell proudly displayed each of the children's pictures in her class room for about 3 weeks. It wasn't until we were able to take the pictures home that I REALLY looked at it. I had one of the biggest laughs. I asked Jake to tell me about his picture he drew. Sure enough, he said exactly what Mrs Jewell wrote. That God was being silly because he was walking funny. I then asked him about "God's funny feet, and what a silly smile He had" He then pointed to the picture and said "and there's God's pee pee". It was confirmed, that really was what I thought it was. Details... details.... My Son the Artist, I am so proud.

The sickness has spread...

Jacob has the now even more contagious "flu". I think it's called Guitaroanaheroaddictivo, or something like that(I may have spelled it wrong). It's a new illness that doctors are just now diagnosing. Be careful you could be next!

Jacob was caught in action on the first video. Then he thought that was actually pretty cool, SO he wanted me to video him. I guess so he can look back and critique himself and improve in his technique. Apparently "note accuracy" is on the back burner, while his dance moves are seeing some great improvement. GO Jake!! YOU ROCK!!

Happy Birthday Jeffrey!

Can you believe it? My baby is now 2! He is now a real toddler. It seems like only yesterday we grew our family to four. Jeffrey has always been a very different baby right from the start. From the pregnancy to labor and delivery and the first two years of life, but he has fit in just perfectly. What is scary for me now is the thought that I need to really look at the idea of having a third. I really dont want them far apart in age, but am not sure that I can handle a third. I just don't have that many arms, or as Jacob would put it, "I am not an octopus"! What to do? All in favor say "I". Please check out my little guy in his 2 year old video montage. I yuv you! Please remember to pause the music at the end of my blog page.

Jeffrey's 2

SPRING!!!!

Thank goodness spring is finally here! I can't wait to spend more time out than in. I can't wait to open the windows to air the house out! Take the kids bike/wagon riding, go to the park without bundling up. Colorado and I seem to have a love/hate thing going on. I love living here but I can't stand the snow. The great thing about Colorado weather in the spring, is that it will warm and sunny one day, than the next it snows. People that love the snow get there share, without the rest of us missing out on the sun. Today is suppose to be 60 degrees outside. Oh how I LOVE the sun! Winter we will see you next time. For now, spring is in the hizhouse.

Read to me please!

I truly love to see the kids interact with each other that dosen't involve beating on each other. It is such a rare event that I thought "tonight I am going to get this on tape", and show Jacob that deep down he really does love his brother. This evening Jacob wanted to read to Jeffrey! It was great to see the two of them on the rocking chair "reading" Jeffry's favorite book. Jacob dosen't really know the words to the book, but has no trouble making up his own. In this particular touch n feel book, there is one page that says to "tickle the fluffy feathers on your cheek". Jacob seems to think the rest of the book is similar in that you touch the book to different parts of the body. I had to take the video in two parts. Enjoy! You May have to pause the music playing by scolling down to the bottom of the page, and hit pause. Oh and be sure to watch part 2nd! I know its out of order. For some reason my camera setting was wrong and these were 95M clips. I had to have photbucket host the videos, therefor they are out of order.

part 2

Core Cart Please!

Jacob nearly sent me into cardiac arrest today while we enjoyed a beautiful sunny day at the park. We had a picnic, Jacob rode his bike around, and Jeffrey was running like it was his first time outdoors (since Guitar Hero has been in our lives I won't admit that it just might have been). Jacob was on the swings, pumping his legs as hard as he could and getting higher and higher. Jeffrey was sliding sometimes head first(yikes) down the twisting slide, this, all While I watched closely. I was mainly keeping my eye on Jeffrey making sure he wasn't getting too close to the edge of the play set, reminding him to go "feet first" but trying to give him his space too. Suddenly out of the corner of my eye, I see Jacob dangling on the swing. Holding on for what appeared to be dear life. No longer sitting on the seat of the swing but rather hanging from the chains. As I ran as fast as my legs could carry me the ten feet or so that separated us, Jacob let go and dropped to the ground. With my heart now racing, I picked up Jake, dusted him off, and asked if he were "OK". The other mothers were now looking on probably thinking the same thing I was feeling inside. You know the "good god lady, keep a closer eye on your child". Then Jacob informed me that "I'm OK, I was just like Diego swinging from a vine". Thankfully he was just fine, and it was me that felt the need for a resuscitation.

Guitar Hero

There are some married couples that enjoy a little competition between themselves. Some may say it keeps things fun, as long as it's a "healthy" competition. Some play board games while others have handstand contests. In this house, its all about Guitar Hero. We compete for the honors of high score on any particular song (there are about 50 songs). Jason is really good at this particular game and I can't help but strive to be better than him. Sometimes it gets a little too competitive. Some may call this an "obsession" but what really makes something an obsession? Sure, Jake may sometimes have to get Jeffrey's and his own breakfasts and lunches that day, but I wouldn't call that neglect, it's more like "being a big helper while mom tries to cremate daddy's score". It must be said that on at least one, maybe even two songs, I do hold the high score. Jason has unsuccessfully tried to reclaim his position as the top rocker. Thank you, thank you, please hold your applause. For those of you that have played Guitar Hero, I am hoping you can understand how this game can quickly take over your life. If you are not yet familiar, just come on over you will shortly see. I wonder if they have GHA in the area. My name is Sarah and I am addicted to guitar Hero. I guess admitting you have a problem is the first step. I'm telling you people, I dream this game.
Here is a video clip of Jacob playing air guitar along with me. Yes, my children are a part of my sickness. Jake does know the words to Red Hot Chili Peppers "Suck My Kiss". I know, this is really that bad, I just can't stop. Honestly though, I have been trying to get a picture of the kids dancing to the game and it has proven to be quite difficult. This is a "hidden camera" clip. Jake didn't know I was filming him. I must add, when Jake "rocks" as he calls it, he runs upstairs to put spikes in his hair, and wears his wrist strap that he thinks is so cool. Oh, and the swinging of the arm in circles, his his rendition of a helicopter, which is the name of the song (his favorite).

In this one, Jake is trying to throw "battle power" at me by lifting the neck of his air guitar. It is really funny if you know the game. Again a hidden video.

Shout out!

After a nice conversation with my great friend Lori and her daughter Avery in Las Vegas, I thought it would be good for Jake to give one of his "Las Vegas girlfriends" a shout out. I must say even though I love being home with family, I truly miss my "family" in Vegas. I really have never met such great people in my adult life as I had in Vegas. So to the Pryors, Baileys, and Dunbars I thank you so very much for being such a wonderful part in my life. You will all be forever be in my thoughts. I miss you guys!

Beautiful Day

What a beautiful day today. It's hard to believe spring is not here yet. Today the kids and I hit the park. It seems like FOREVER since we've been to the park. Jake rode his new bike up and down the trails, and Jeffrey squealed with delight as he loves to swing. I really can't wait for summer to be here. Hopefully we will have plenty of days of warm weather and little wind to get out and play. I LOVE the sun.

Golden Ticket Day!!

Today is Jacob's Golden Ticket Day! This was a gift from his Auntie Laura and Uncle Mike. Jacob will be enjoying the afternoon with them bowling, having snacks, and playing some arcades. He is totally excited for this day, and has been keeping a close eye on his ticket for fear of no admittance without it. His cousins Delanie and Summer also received Golden Tickets and will be joining in on the fun.

Cowboy Day!

Jacob had a week in school where they studied the "wild wild west" as he called it. They made stick horses, ate "cowboy beans" (baked beans), and learned about old times in the west. This of course was a great lesson for Jake as he loves cowboys (third to Star Wars and super hero's). He was able to wear his boots and hat, and just plain had a ball. This is a pic of Jake just as we were leaving for school.

Jeffrey today is all about Guitar Hero. It is hilarious to see him dance and strum a guitar to Guns n Roses' "Welcome to the Jungle". This kid has some pretty slick moves too. I only wish I could take a picture of him without him stopping to say "cheeeese". I did get this pretty cute picture of him at play with is second love.... hot wheel cars.

Jammie Days

This is for sure another favorite thing. So, if I have to put up with this horribly cold weather, there is nothing better than staying all snuggly warm in your warm jams and slipper socks. Since I have yet to adjust to this not so pleasant, wish it were Vegas weather, this is what I hold on to. Snuggling in and watching movies all day is a great way pass the time until spring. The kids don't mind so much either.

It's Official

Jacob is a man! He is completly, 100%, unable to multi task. Whenever he is fighting some sort of illness, Jacob suddenly can not use the bathroom at night. If Jake is feeling well, no problem, he gets up just fine, uses the toliet, flushes, and even washes his hands. Something about having a sore throat and cough completly disables his ability to use the bathroom. I just don't understand.

Happy Valentines Day!

Jacob and Jeffrey both had Valentines Day parties today. Jacob's was with his class at school and Jeffrey's at playgroup.

Jacob has especially been looking forward to this day. He has had his outfit for today laid out since last week. I must say that he looked super handsom today. He has a little girlfried in class named Emily that he is quite fond of (sorry Avery). He took special care in her valentine today. She even brought Jacob a ballon and a special picture she colored. Ahhhhh young love.





Jeffrey obviously could care less about today. All he was interested in was eating. I think he only had two cookies and one cupcake, give or take.

Tonight will be a lay low kinda night. Lost is on tonight, so what else would I want to do but snuggle up on the couch with Jason and our favorite drama. I'm sure he will think of things. Hope everyone has a very loving day, and remember to tell the people that you love how much you care for and love them everyday of the year.
I love you all!


Jacob and Emily

Jason

Thanks to my wonderful friend Lori in Las Vegas, I have been tagged to answer a series of questions about the love in my life. We really don't say enough about our husbands on this thing, so I would love to share.

1. His name? Jason Michael

2.How long did you date? 1 1/2 years. We were engaged in just a short 7 months. I guess you just know when it's right.

3. How old is he? Jason turns 31 this month. Ouch that hurts.

4. Who eats more sweets? This would have to be a push. We both have our moments. Jason definitely drinks more milk shakes than I do, but I like the cookies. Neither of us really digs candy.

5. Who is taller? Jason is, but only by a few inches. I do have to watch what shoes I wear. Jason is only 5'10.

6. Who has more speeding tickets? I do, Sorry Mom. Jason seems to always talk his way out of one. I on the other hand don't even try. I know I have done wrong. In college I was stopped twice in one weekend. Apparently I didn't learn the first time. I never told anyone.

7. Who can sing better? I don't think I have ever heard Jason try to sing. Even in Church I have not heard his singing voice. I love to sing, even though I mimic the wanna be's on American Idol. Watch your glass.

8. Who does the laundry? We both do. , although it drives me nuts when he does it. I like to put the clothes away right out of the dryer. Jason likes to do ALL the laundry and then put the clothes away. That is just too overwhelming to me, so I can't be home when he does laundry.

9. Who pays the bills? I do. Unless one gets missed, than it's Jason's job. 10. Who cooks dinner? I feel that dinner is totally my job. I like to cook for my family. Jason is very appreciative, so I like to do that for him. He then will help out by cleaning up afterwards.

11. Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? Jason. This really makes no sense because I have to look over him to see the TV.

12. Who Drives? Jason mostly He likes the control.

13. Who is more stubborn? Jason. I just like to try and keep everyone happy. I guess it depends on the issue.

14. Who asked who out first? Jason asked me out. We met at the "Lucky Star" a dance club in Denver. I thought Jason was MUCH older than I was but talked with him anyway (his friend was hitting on my friend, so I guess I had nothing else to do HAHA). He got my phone number (which I have never done at a dance club) and called me. Our first date was to the "Taste of Colorado" on Sep 3 2000. All of my sisters and my parents spied on him picking me up to see if he would open the door for me. He passed.

15. Who kissed who first? Jason kissed me first. At the club on my cheek, and then on our first date.

16. Who said I love you first? I did. Jason will try to say that it was him or that he was about to say it, but it was me. WOW I can't believe I did that. 17. Who Proposed? Jason of course. I already said I love you first, I can't do everything. He proposed in a park under this HUGE oak tree. It was very sweet. He will try to tell you that I was surprised, but I totally knew. 18. Who has more siblings? Depends, Do you count step and Half siblings? If you do, than Jason. 1 full sister, 1 half sister and 2 half brothers, and 2 step sisters. I have 3 wonderful, best friends you could ever have, sisters. I love you guys!

19. Who wears the pants? I have to copy Lori, and say we both wear one leg. We discuss things and try to agree together. If we absolutely can not agree and the issue can not be forgotten, Jason has the final say. Not without utter discuss on my end of course.

I absolutely love Jason with every part of my soul. He is an unbelievable husband and an even better father. I could not even imagine my life without him, nor would I want to. He is funny, kind, giving, smart, hard working and would do anything for his family and friends. I just hope he knows how much he is truly appreciated, loved and respected by me. April 27th will be our 6th wedding anniversary.

I now tag my sister Mandie to share about her husband if she so desires.

One of my favorite things..

Baking cupcakes with the kids. The excitement they feel as the cupcakes are baking is so wonderful to see. The little things that make them smile bring me so much joy.

Super Bowl

For those of you that saw the game, we can all agree it was exciting. My favorite part is the commercials of coarse. This year there were a few that caught my eye. I would say the winner in my book would be Will Ferrel's Bud Light commercial
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_A5HY0pVo4s

It's Finally Here!!

After a LONG break, we've finally made it! LOST begins tonight. Jason and I have been looking forward to this premier for a long time. Will they be saved? All the twists and turns that will keep us both guessing. We absolutly can't wait. So tonight may be a very early bed time, as we unplug the phone and snuggle up on the couch to take it all in.

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Take that!

Jacob and Jeffrey have been fighting with each other a little more than they use too. I think it is really more of Jeffrey finally fighting back. Well today the kiddos were at it again, and of course there was some pushing. Jacob thought Jeffrey stunk and pushed him away (his diaper very much needed changing). Jeffrey fell backwards and of course started crying. This is where it got funny. Jeffrey suddenly straddled Jacob's face sitting on him. I couldn't help but laugh at Jacob with Jeffrey's poopy diaper on his face. Almost as if Jeffrey was saying "oh yeah.. take that" Of course I let Jeffrey get his revenge for a second or two, the poor kid has been pushed around his whole life.
After a few pleas for help from Jake and an "eewww Jeff stinks" I pulled Jeffrey off Jake's face and went to change his very poopy diaper.

Revenge can be so sweet...or smelly

Octopus

Some days I truly wonder were Jacob gets some of his phrases. As quick witted as they can be sometimes, I know it's not something he just came up with on his own..could it? Where he heard this one, no one will know.

Me: "Jacob grab your backpack, here take your coat, and don't forget to grab your art project. Can you hold the door for Jeffrey?"

Jacob: (with a stern look and his hands on hips) "Come on MOM! What do you think I am? and Octopus?

He remembered that an Octopus had eight arms! I'm so proud. Maybe next time when he rambling off all the things HE needs, I will remind him, that I too am not an octopus.

Word of the day...Learn it, Know it

Well today has been another learning day. As you know I have many of them. Recently Jeffrey had a ear infection that never fully healed causing his eardrum to rupture, so the kids and I have been making several trips to the doctor to be sure this situation is taken care of and he heals . A little while back Jason and I had been discussing the possibility of Jeffrey needing tubes in the near future and at the same time we also discussed Jacob needing his Adenoids removed due to his constant snoring, and mouth breathing.
So today we were on our way to the kids doctor, again, when this conversation took place.

me: We need to hurry Jeffrey needs his ears checked out again.
Jacob: Jeffey needs his ears looked at again? Why are they yucky bloody again?
me: yeah the poor little dude, his ears are yucky again.
Jacob: Are they going to give me a shot?
me: oh no honey! Today is Jeff again.
Jacob: but when are they going to get my organoids?
me: Organoids?
Jacob: yea we will they get my organoids? Today?

It took me a half second to get that he was trying to say Adenoids and that he must have been in hear shot of my discussion with Jason.
So after I wipe the tears of laughter from my face I did response to his question with a "no not today Jacob" only to hear
"is it the next day?".

Organoids: Jacob's mass of lymphoid tissue situated at the very back of the nose, in the roof of the nasopharnyx, where the nose blends into the mouth.

If I had only known

Today I discovered something I wish I had known earlier. Jacob needs sunglasses to clean his playroom.
me: Jacob we need to get you playroom picked up before daddy gets home.
Jake: ok (with a sigh)
next thing I knew Jake had picked up all of his toys and I only asked him once. How could this be?
me: Wow Jacob you really did a great job picking up your toys, and you where sooo fast!
Jacob: It's because I am wearing my sunglasses mom. See, they're hot wheels with racing stripes. It makes me go fast.
I will not be misplacing those glasses EVER

Jeffrey of course made me laugh today as well. I NEVER give Jeffrey cereal with milk in it. I always give him dry cereal with a glass of milk. Well today Jeffrey decided that he wanted a little milk on his cereal. He placed an "apple jack" on the spout of his cup and then took a drink, Carefully placing his mouth around the piece of cereal and the spout of his cup. He figured out the combo was pretty good together. It reminded me of people taking shots with lemons.

Disney World

Many of you know that Jason and I took the kids to Disney World in October of 2007. I thought that I would share some of our memories with you. Jacob for some reason kept getting singled out to participate in whatever ride or movie thingy we were seeing. At Epcot he was picked out of the audience to do "turtle talk" with Crush (as well as Jason I might add), at Magic Kingdom he was picked by the monsters of Monstropollis to participate in their show. Then one night we went to a Pirate adventure dinner, where he was selected to become a captain of the ship. He went on the large ship and was made an honorary captain. Then my favorite and his too I think was when he "took on" Darth Vader in his Jedi training.

Jeffrey was able to receive his very first haircut! He was so brave for the big event. In Disney they give you a pair of Mickey ears when you are done with the stitching of "first haircut" on the back. We (mainly me) thought he looked so much older when he was done (he really didn't, its just a mental thing). This video is of the barber trying to butter up Jeff so he won't cry. She put stickers all over him and on his shoes (so he would look down). Great idea!

So when all was said and done, here is how it turned out...

Just Kidding....

What a great trip. There many more highlights from the trip but it would take all day.

First Timer

OK So since several people I know blog, I thought that I might give it a try. This way, friends can check in on the happenings of the Fincham family.
I will slowly try to get this blog thing up and running. I will make an attempt to blog at least three times a week, but you know me. Check back every now and then as I will be posting photos and making adjustments

Today Jason left for his annual Sherwin Williams national meeting in Dallas. He will be gone until Thurs. Of course since he left at 8:25 this morning Jeffrey threw up at 8:45. This is usually how it works. I guess I should have expected it. Jacob has been a little afraid of getting too close to Jeff and being puked on (hmmmm I wonder where he gets this).