MOTHER'S

The mother's I know are wonderful.

My own mom who while growing up we did not get along well. I wanted to be a bad child and she wanted to help me in any way she could. Now that I am Mom I know how she feels. She now is asking to help and I try to accept the help when ever I can. I feel that my relationship with my Mom is better now than it ever has been. When ever I am home on a Thursday she will stop by and visit with us. I looked forward to the visit each week. Now that I am working I miss those visits.

My Mother in law has been a wonderful help and source in my life. She has taken me in as one of her own. We are helping her by having her for dinner each week. So she can have the time and visits she wishes to have with her children. She enjoys my yummy food and visits with Danny and I and she loves playing with the children. She has helped me through some tough times I've had with Danny and has always been there for me.

My 2nd Mom she came into my life only a couple of years ago, when my Dad re-married. She is a wonderful mom and help to me. She has been there to help when I could not find help anywhere else. She enjoys see us and the children. She has a big heart and is always finding ways to help or give us her love.

My Grandma Sonntag she has been such a strength to me. She is always happy and loving to everyone. I have never heard her say an unkind thing about anyone. When grandpa died I knew it was hard for her but she did not show her sadness when around her family. I remember a time just after and I came to visit while family was away and we did not want to leave her alone. I made chicken enchiladas and we watched Singing in the rain. She had never seen that before and she just loved it. I loved having that time with her and enjoying her presence.

My Grandma Shepard I always loved go to grandma's when I was young she always had such good food and I loved playing with her toys. She always loves having her family around to visit with. I remember one time when I had to stay at her house she let me sleep in her bed. She wanted to make it as comfortable as possible so she let me listen to classical music to help me sleep. I remember always enjoying that time with her. She has showed me such strength in all she does. She has worked so hard in all she has done. And has helped me see that we have to work to enjoy life and the blessings of the gospel.

Thank you to all the Mom's out there. I could go on forever about the mother's I know. These are the ones I think about when mother's day comes. All my sister's are mother's and I have learned so much from them as well. I would be writing a novel.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL!

HAPPY HUBCAP DAY!!

A tradition that Kristen, Mary, Helen and I started years ago. Today is Happy Hubcap Day! Since I don't stop and collect hubcaps much any more. I am sending all who looks at this note a Happy Hubcap Day Message.




HAVE A FABULOUS HAPPY HUBCAP DAY AND ENJOY THE LITTLE THINGS OF LIFE.

Happy Birthday NOAH!

So Noah is now 4. And so big. We had so much fun at his birthday parties. Kara and Christopher enjoyed the pin the bat symbol on Batman at My Mom's. They had fun playing with Noah and cousins at Dad's and jumping on the trampoline. Here are some pictures we took. Enjoy.

We love you NOAH!

Thankful Sunday 4-6-08

For General Conference.
There were so many talks that just gave me a confirming spirit of the gospel. I know that it is true. Pres. Monson is the prophet today. The solemn assembly was so powerful. It brought the spirit so close.


For my family.
They bring me joy and happiness. Everyday I come home from work they all get so excited to see me and give me hugs and kisses.


Kara
For her beautiful smile and the joy she brings me each day. She is growing so fast and I love every minute I spend with her. She is having success with potty training. I am so proud of her and the success she has had.



Christopher
For his joy and love he shows to me each day. How he knows when we need a hug. He is growing so big and doing so well with his weight. He says new words every day. Today he said Dorey(Dorothy) Elmo's fish, Sippy, Food, Sister, Kara, Mommy, Batman, and Superman. He is growing too fast.


Children in a basket.
I don't think I need to say anymore. They are so cute in the basket.

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

So I am so excited about this movie. I can't wait to see it. You have to go to the site and see the new teaser trailer. It looks so awesome.

http://www.IndianaJones.com/site/?deeplink=videos/2/v30

FIVE

5 years ago I was ... moving out of my sister's basement to live with an old man to help him out. Working at a comic book store and cell phone sales job to try and stay afloat.

5 months ago I was ... just found out that I was being laid off from my job.

5 hours ago I was ... just took Kara to school. Running errands with Christopher and talking to my sister Amy on the phone.

5 minutes ago I was ... reading email.

5 things on my 'to do' list today: Wash and put gas in the car, clean my front room and kitchen. Finish the dishes.

5 recent pieces of mail I've received: Bills, Ads for grocery store, pre-approved credit offer.

5 things I would do if I became a billionaire: Pay off Danny student loans, pay off all our debt, pay off the car, buy a house, Help my family with some things they need.

5 of my bad habits: biting my nails when I'm nervous, eating when I'm upset, piling clothes on the futon, cleaning my house, putting off anything that I don't want to do.

5 good memories: Going on my mission to Ireland, Seeing Goofy in Disneyland when I was young, Seeing Christopher for the first time. Holding Kara after she was born, Kissing Danny for the first time.(I broke my bed that night I was so happy)

5 films I watch over and over again: Spiceworld, Indiana Jones Trilogy, Star Wars movies, Never been kissed and Ever After

5 places I've lived: My parents house, Places in Ireland, Apt. with Helen and Mary, My sister's basement, my Apt in the Avenues.

5 songs I love: Eye of the tiger, Pretty Vegas, Love today, Big girl you are beautiful, Grace Kelly.(Last 3 are all by Mika)

5 jobs I've had: Cust. Service/Telemarketing phone job, Signer, Sales at a trade show selling massage pillows, Receptionist many places but my favorite was at a Disabled care center, worked retail as a cashier and worked in the deli

5 things most people don't know about me: My huge desire to lose weight, really hate crunchy snow, mmmm, can't think of any more.

5 things in my virtual shopping bags: Digital Camera, New Mac computer, ipod nano, camcorder, new clothes for work.

5 books I love to death: Tennis Shoes series by Chris Heimerdinger, Gable books by Anita Stansfield, Believing Christ, Following Christ, and Hope

5 things that are out of place around my house: DVD still sitting in our kitchen from our flood, laundry on the futon, children's books all over Kara/CK's room, pile of clothes that don't fit me on my bedroom floor.

5 films I want to see: Indiana Jones IV, Batman the dark knight, Incredible Hulk, I know their are others but I can't think.

5 things I love to eat: Ice cream, carmel, chocolate, cereal with milk, and mashed potatoes, chicken with cream of mushroom soup.

5 destinations I'm dying to see: Ireland, England, Hawaii, Florida, and to take Danny to a Comic Con Convention

5 scents I love: chocolate chip cookies, clean babies, Danny's clean hair, fresh smell after it rains, baking bread.

5 people (who are not blood relations or in-laws) who have had a positive impact on my life: Kristen W., Mary G., Rowlie S., Mrs. Wight, and Wini B.

My true color

What's Your True Color?

My Result: Green

You're green, the color of growth and vigor. Good-hearted and giving, you have a knack for finding and bringing out the best in people. Green is the most down-to-earth color in the spectrum — reliable and trustworthy. People know they can count on you to be around in times of need, since your concern for people is genuine and sincere. You take pride in being a good friend. For you, success is measured in terms of personal achievement and growth, not by status or position. Rare as emeralds, greens are wonderful, natural people. It truly is your color!

What are you?
http://web.tickle.com/jumpto?test=colorogt&c=50652

Christopher's Favorite things

Superman my favorite. I'm Superboy

I like to play with toy cars. Drive, Drive

My action figures go with me everywhere. Suupp. Baman.

MaMa dog Wooooo! Wooooo! MMMMMM WWWoooooo!

Wooooo! Flll Shhhhh!

Here are Christopher's Favorite things. I hope you enjoy!

Kara's favorite things

Elephants have long trunks. They say AAArrrrroooooo!!

Supergirl is in the sky. I am supergirl!

Peep is rocking. He lives in a can. Peep gets in his can to sleep.

I love Mickey!! He likes to get into his house and say Mickey Mouse Clubhouse!!

I wake up everyday with my favorite kitty. I want a kitty.

Here are all the things that Kara likes and what she has to say about them. Enjoy!

Games

So I have been itching to play a game lately. In Feb. at my Dad's house we played mexican train dominoes and I want to play again. It was so fun. And then Sunday we played Apples to Apples at my Mom's house. I miss playing games all the time. Well I have to say that my all around favorite game to Phase 10. Amy and I use to play every Sunday after dinner. And sometime we would play for jelly beans. Not just any jelly beans. They were the Yucky flavor Jelly Belly's and it was a joke to see who would win them. And then we would save them for our next week game. That was so fun.

Happy St. Patrick's Day

I MISS THE GREEN OF IRELAND. REMEMBERING THE WONDERFUL LAND. I MISS THE PEOPLE. I AM THANKFUL FOR THE TIME I HAD TO SPEND THERE. I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY.


ERIN GO BRAUGH! IRELAND FOREVER!!

SPEND THE DAY REMEMBERING ALL THE FUN MEMORIES YOU HAVE OF WHAT YOU'VE DONE ON ST. PATRICK'S DAY GROWING UP.




MAKE SURE YOU ARE WEARING GREEN ALL DAY LONG I MAY FIND OUT AND PINCH YOU! EVEN IN THE SHOWER!! HEE HEE!!

Our Loving Prophet

Today I wanted to remember the prophet Gordon B. Hinckley. He was a wonderful prophet and president of the church. When I found out Monday morning that he had passed away I shed a tear for him. He was a wonderful teacher. The many lives he touched. He will surely be missed by many. He touched my life. My testimony grew so much from his. Thank you President Hinckley for all you did for the church. For bringing us into a bigger and better state. I will always stay close to the Lord. For that is what you always taught.
See you soon our good friend and prophet.

Feeling Left Out

Ok so I might just be sulking in my own sadness. But I am feeling left out that I have not see my wonderful niece Sofia. All the wonderful things I have heard are making me so anxious to see her. Well the reason I have not is because. I've been sick. Well and now Danny and Kara are sick as well. I just feel she will be 1 before I see her. She is such a beautiful baby and I can't wait to hold her and give her the Aunt Baba Love that she will so deserve.
I love you Sofia, Lou, Ten and Noah. Soon I know it will be Soon.

My family

Christopher is my little bear. He makes me laugh. And I love when he gives me hugs and kisses. He is working hard to talk more. And is learning more things everyday. He enjoys books, superman, cars, and any toy that makes noise.


Danny is the love of my life. He makes me smile everyday. I love to watch him play with the children. He works hard and I appreciate all that he does. He enjoys his comics and action figures. And he loves to see me happy. He is a wonderful husband.


Kara is one girl that makes me smile. No matter how much is acts like me I love her so much. Watching her grow is amazing. The wonderful things she does. She loves school. She loves reading books, painting, putting puzzles together, and drawing. She has loved the snow. She loves to make a snowman.

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Today was a great day. I had a wonderful day. Being with family and spending time with my children watching them be so excited for Christmas.

Kara was more aware of Christmas this year. We asked her what she wanted for Christmas. And for a while she wouldn't tell us and then after she had watched a few Christmas shows we asked her again. And she said. "I want Santa to bring me a Teddy Bear."
So that is what we got her. She was so excited. Then when we left to go to Grammy and Grandpa Saxton's she got really upset because she left her Teddy Bear home. So when we got home I was getting her ready for bed and I noticed her Teddy Bear on the floor so I said "Kara, I found your Teddy Bear." She got so excited she gave it a big hug and said Teddy bear. Thank you mommy.

Christopher was so cute today. He was very loving today. This morning he was so excited with his presents he kept giving me hugs. Then we we were at Grammy Saxton's he learned how to go down the stairs on his bum. And every time he would do it he would run over to Grammy and then give her a great big hug and in his own way say hooray. Then when we were at Grandma Jeanne's he kept going over and giving her hugs too. He was very loving with Nik as well. He just had a lot of love to give to everyone today. When we got home tonight he was so tired. He fell asleep at 6:30pm and has slept since. Very tired boy.

Well our Christmas was great and we enjoyed being with everyone. Tonight we watched The Forgotton Carols and just reminded me how important this day was to Jesus Christ. And how remembering why we are here on this earth. To remember that Christ was born on this day. That is the true meaning of Christmas. Always remember.

My Beautiful Kara. Ok so a funny story to tell.

Last Thursday, I had just picked Kara up from school. She was in a really good mood. And excited to be going home. We got in the car. She had earlier that day when going to school brought out a small notepad and pencil to draw. She quickly found it when we were going home. As soon as I got in she asked. "Mommy, what's your problem?" I started to laugh and said well my back is hurting. She then said "Mommy, what's Danny's problem?" I said well he is tired. She then said " What's Christopher's problem?" I said he needs his bottle. By then we were home. As I got her out of the car she said. "Mommy, your back hurt?" I said yes. She said, Kiss it better? I said Yes, thank you.

I was so amazed at how concerned she was for my back. And I thought it hilarous that she had asked me the question in the first place.

That's my supergirl!

Simple Interview

Ok so Lou did this on her blog so I am stealing it.

What are you really good at? Making my Children smile. Kara and Christopher love it when I play with them and make them laugh or smile.

What is your favorite Thanksgiving Food? Mashed Potatoes w/gravy and a big piece of dark meat turkey. Very yummy I must say. I really like Yam with Apples too.

If you could change places with anyone, living or dead, for one day, who would it be? This is hard. Right now in my life. It would have to be the person who makes the decison on who will win the publishers clearing house grand prize of a million dollars. So I could win it and be financial stable.

Would you rather be a little smarter or a little sexier? Well since I am neither I would have to say smarter. I struggled so much in school. It was hard. I even have trouble now. More than most people think.

What are you most proud of? Well there are a couple of things. Going on a mission to Ireland. Best thing I ever did. And then Getting married to my wonderful husband Danny. He brings me so much joy. I am so grateful I have him in my life.

Something on my mind lately is . . .money. What else do I need to say. Well I just don't want to write about it.

Before I die, I'd like to . . .visit Ireland again. To see my friend Ava and to be in the second place I love so much. I miss it everyday.

I've Been Tagged

You've been tagged!
A. The rules of the game are posted at the beginning.
B. Each player lists 6 facts/habits about themselves.
C. At the end of the post, the player then tags 6 people and posts their names, then goes to their blogs and leaves them a comment, letting them know that they have been tagged and asking them to read your blog.

Here it goes:

1. Right now my life is upside down. I am living my life for my family. I don't have a whole lot of time for myself. I wish I could take a nap everyday.

2. The sink in our kitchen was clogged and has not been in use since Monday. The plumber finally came tonight at 9pm. It's fixed now. Now that it is fixed I have a leak in my front room. Don't know where it's coming from.

3. My work is down sizing again. They are finally moving to our new office in 2 wks.

4. My hair is starting to get too long right now. It's driving me crazy.

5. I love to paint. I just don't have enough time to do it. I wish I had more.

6. My favorite tv shows right now that I watch weekly is Stargate Atlantis, Smallville, Heroes, Las Vegas and Law and Order:SVU



Okay so now I tag, Nik, Polli, and Jill

ABOUT ME

ABOUT ME

1. WHAT IS YOUR NAME? Audrey Lynn Saxton

2. WHAT COLOR PANTS ARE YOU WEARING? Navy Blue

3. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW? Nothing

4. WHAT ARE THE LAST 4 DIGITS OF YOUR PHONE NUMBER? 4181

5. WHAT WAS THE LAST THING YOU ATE? Nutri-grain Bar

6. IF YOU WERE A CRAYON, WHAT COLOR WOULD YOU BE? Cobalt Blue

7. WHERE DO YOU PLAN ON GOING FOR YOUR HONEYMOON? The Cabin..did that

8. HOW IS THE WEATHER RIGHT NOW? Cold and the moon is out.

9. LAST PERSON YOU TALKED TO ON THE PHONE? Dad

10. FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ON THE OPPOSITE SEX? Hair

11. DO YOU ENJOY YOUR JOB? Yes, cuz I can work from home

12. HOW ARE YOU TODAY? Tired and good mood

13. DO YOU THINK THIS IS A CURSED NUMBER? Nope it's just another number.

14. FAVORITE DRINK? Diet Coke the Elixir of life.

15. HOW DO YOU EAT AN OREO? Whole thing dunked in milk

16. FAVORITE SPORTS? Womens Basketball or Soccer

17. FAVORITE COLOR? Blue

18. EYE COLOR? Hazel

19. DO YOU WEAR CONTACTS? nope

20. SIBLINGS? 3 sisters and 1 brother

21. FAVORITE MONTH ? September, the beginning of fall and my birthday.

22. FAVORITE FOOD? Mashed potatoes with Chicken and Cream of mushroom soup. mmmm

23. LAST MOVIE YoU WATCHED? Work and the Glory III

24. FAVORITE DAY OF THE YEAR? Christmas.

25. ARE YOU TOO SHY TO ASK SOMEONE OUT? I can't I'm married.

26. DO YOU LIKE SCARY MOVIES OR HAPPY ENDING MOVIES BETTER? Happy Ending. Don't want night mares with the scary.

27. SUMMER OR WINTER? Neither, Fall is the best season.

28. HUGS OR KISSES? Kisses and Hugs especially from my husband or children.

29. RELATIONSHIPS OR ONE NIGHT STANDS? Relationships

30. CHOCOLATE OR VANILLA? Chocolate

31. TAG YOUR FRIENDS? Yes, I tag Lou, Amy, and Polli

32. WHAT'S ON YOUR MOUSE PAD? Hulk Smash

33. FAVORITE BOARD GAME? Clue and Made in Ireland (which I would like to play soon, Does someone want to play?)

34. WHAT DID YOU DO LAST NIGHT? Check email and played on the computer.

35. FAVORITE SMELLS? Bread baking in the oven, Freshly showered husband or children.

36. LEAST FAVORITE SMELL? Rotten Egg smell, Cigarette Smoke, Hippy perfume.

37. FAVORITE SOUND? Guitar playing

38. LEAST FAVORITE SOUND? Crunchy snow.

39. FUTURE CHILD'S/PET'S NAME? Child:Wade Nathan Pet:Boothby or Binksy

40. WHAT WAS THE BEST THING TO HAPPEN TO YOU THIS WEEK? I got Kara's school pictures.

41. YOUR FAVORITE SUPERHERO? Incredible Hulk and Superman


I hope you enjoyed this.

Grateful Sunday 10/14/2007

Well this has been a week in coming. Last Saturday I was going to write a grateful sunday blog and well here it is.

DREAMS:
Well I am grateful for those fun dreams that come up once in a while. This one is a dream I wish to come true. But I fear it never will. I was staying at a hotel and enjoying myself. And there was a murder committed. I was worried because I knew some people that were involved. As I was talking to them. Angela Lansbury walked in and started talking to one of my friends. I went over and started to talk to her. She asked what had happened. My friend and I told her. As the dream progressed. It was like I was in an episode of Murder, she wrote. Which is one of my favorite shows. At this point I was down in the diner eating some dinner and Angela came in and sat by me and we talked . She was asking me about the murder. And then she had the trigger that always helped her to solve the case. She asked if I could help I was really excited. She solved the case. Later that night I went to her room to talk with her it was really great to talk to her and to experience something so fun.
I know that some dreams never come true. But I am grateful that we can enjoy dreams that we wish were real.

SAVIOR
I am so grateful for my savior Jesus Christ. He has done so much for me. I am so grateful that he loves each of us so much. He made the sacrifice necessary to allow us a way home to our Heavenly Father. I know he lives. I know that he has comforted me in my many times of trial. He gives me strength everyday.