Monday, April 25, 2011

Chase...

So we're trying to get Chase into preschool for children with developmental delays. I took him for his evaluation the other day and it didn't go so well. First of all, Kyler threw up twice after he ate breakfast, then had diarrhea...twice. Of course the second time was right after I put him in a clean diaper. Then he was acting fine and when we went into the room where Chase was getting his evaluation, he threw up again! This time on mommy. Luckily mommy was half way smart and brought a change of clothes for him...but not for herself. I thought about it when I was halfway there. Course that doesn't help. Especially when I was already about 30 minutes late to the appointment. Ugh! Anyway, luckily they still took us in. AND daddy had a little break in between appointments and was able to help out with Kyler. I am SO glad he was there. I don't think we would have been able to get through the appointment if he wasn't there.



Chase didn't do too well with the evaluation. I'm really not sure how much they were able to get out of him. He threw tantrums when we wouldn't let him do something that he wanted to do and squirmed all over the place when we tried to get him to do something that he needed to do. But in a way, it's good that they see this side of him. Maybe it'll help him get more of the help that he needs.

We're going through the Tucson School District and I'm a little worried about it. Has anyone ever had to put their child through preschool with TUSD? I've hear bad things about this school district, but maybe the preschool is different. I know there are some good teachers, but I'm just not sure where they are and what school is the best. So far I know of two schools where not to send him to. But I just need recommendations.



Ugh! I just wish I knew what was wrong with him with his temperament and what we can do to help him progress. I feel like nothing is working. He doesn't learn with the discipline that we give him, but we don't know any other ways than what we've already tried. He is such a stubborn kid!! And so mean sometimes! He does things to intentionally hurt people and it kills me! I don't want my kid to be a bully! But at the rate he's going, I feel he's heading in that direction. Sometimes I feel like I have a teenager already. It's really hard when you feel something is wrong or delayed with your child. I see so many kids younger than him, that are SO far ahead of him as far as developing with his speech, potty training, understanding words, maturity...etc. I know I shouldn't compare, but it's REALLY hard not to when almost every kid I see that is his age or several months younger if far more advanced than he is. It's also hard to not think that something your doing could be causing him to act out the way he does. I don't want to ruin my child. But maybe I am. Just wish I knew what to do.


Thursday, April 7, 2011

DAY 30

A photo of someone you miss...

Besides my family...

My old roommates, April McQuay(Vail), Kristie Montague(Grizzle) and Camilla Rogers...

Leslie Layton (Chappell)...

Sarah Lambson (Bothman) and...

Shawna Faye (Luster)
(We only lived together for a short time, but we were really good friends at good ole' EAC).

There was also Robyn and Holly Sankey, but I wasn't that close to them and hardly ever saw them. I think I only have one picture of them actually. Not sure where it is.

Oh and I didn't forget about Autumn and Amber Topping, but they live in Tucson, so don't have many chances to "miss" them too much. Actually Autumn is currently in Boston at graduate school. I do miss having her close by. But I do miss all the time we used to spend together. Especially when we were kids.

Me and all these girls had SO many fun times together!! Feel free to comment on any special memories we had girls. I love you and miss you all so much! Hopefully someday we can have a little reunion together.

Well, this is the last day of my little "challenge." If I decide to do something like this again, hopefully I can actually make it everyday. :o) Sorry for getting behind for anyone that happens to be reading. Though I don't think anyone is.... :o)

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

DAY 29

A photo of your favorite person from history...

I don't think I have just one. I am always intrigued by lots of historical figures. I always wonder what they were really like. And what it would be like to live in their time and see what they were really like. I guess I would have to say that I've always had an interest in this man...

Abraham Lincoln. I wonder just how different our country would be if this man was still in office. He just seems like he would be a very interesting man to meet someday.



And this man...Joseph Smith. The man who resorted God's gospel on the earth again. He was just a humble and kind man. I hope I get a chance to meet him in heaven someday.


Tuesday, April 5, 2011

DAY 28

A photo of someone/something that made your day...


This guy....
He always makes my day. He texted me the other day while he was at work and said, "Good morning sexy, I just wanted to tell you that I LOVE YOU so much. I hope you are feeling ok. I miss you fweety." That definitely made my day! I love this man. My heart isn't whole without him. He is my best friend and eternal companion.


Monday, April 4, 2011

DAY 27

A photo of something you are looking forward to...

Seeing all of these people in August. My family is planning the first Johnston Family reunion this summer. We can't wait!

Jamie (SIL), Me, Kayleen (sister), Kathy (mom), Ernie (dad), Kevin (youngest brother), Kylann (hubby) and Jay (my younger brother)


Oh and I of course these four cuties!!....

My nephew, Tyler and niece, Lily. (My brother Jay's kids).

My nephews, Ezra and Makai. (My sister's kids).


Oh yeah! There is one other person missing in that first picture....


My BIL, James. I've only met him at my sister's wedding in 2007.

Looking forward to getting to know him and my nephews and niece a little better. Love you guys! See you in August!


Sunday, April 3, 2011

DAY 26

A photo of something you dislike...

Wearing socks in bed. Ugh! I hate the feeling! The only time I do it is when my feet are FREEZING and cuddling with my hubby just isn't warming them up. :o)


Angry drivers, make very bad and inconsiderate drivers! I dislike people who are inconsiderate when they drive. I especially hate it when they cut me off!


These kind of temps! Ugh!! Not looking forward to this summer! (I think it's funny I found this pic...caught some missionaries in the corner. Haha!)

Anyway, those are just a few things I dislike. I don't want to post too many. People may start get the wrong idea...


Saturday, April 2, 2011

DAY 25

A photo of something that inspires you...

This one was difficult for me. I don't really have a lot of pictures that completely "inspire" me. But when I went around on google looking for some, I realized that every....

Adorable...


Beautiful...


Intriguing...


Amazing...


Photo makes me crave and feel a little inspired to really get into my photography and wish I was better at it. But then I realize, I don' t have the money to get camera or equipment I need to make these amazing shots. Someday....50 years from now! LOL...