Oh yeah......I do have a blog ;)

Life has been so busy lately between work, basketball, homework, gym time, and everything else that we are trying to fit in to the very valuable 24 hours that we are given each day. If only I could buy some time and possibly clone myself but after I really think about it I say "Nah, that would probably be worse" ;) I have so much to talk about and can't wait to get it from my head to an actual post. I am taking some time off during the holidays and hope to get caught up then or that is my intention at least. My pictures of Spencer's Birthday party, Karate, Basketball, and Spencer's baptism are scattered between several friends camera's as mine is packed in a box somewhere in storage (will be looking for that during the holidays too). Oh, and the infamous basketball schedule. It will be posted soon as the regular season is about to start. We are in pre-season games right now with a foot injury that happened about 1 1/2 weeks ago. It was originally treated by taping his left foot, but then after playing 8 more games Cole's foot still hurt. Thus the appointment with Dr. Rich whom we are very thankful to have. Life is full of those very tender mercies/miracles that come out of no where. I am so thankful for those when they happen. I am reminded every day how important Faith is even if you don't understand why or what you are going through. I am so thankful for good friends and I am so blessed to have many. Friendships are so important to me and especially a true friend. This could be a post all by itself and it will :) I am fighting so hard to not say "Anyway".....as I end this post, lol! I have set a goal to not use that phrase any more. To be better at following through with what I am thinking. Knowing that what I have to say is important.....especially to me. Thanks Summer!! :) I am so looking forward to spending time with all of my family this Christmas including brothers and sisters, sister/brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, etc. We lost Grandma Stella on the 9th of December due to a terminal illness she chose not to treat. She was 92 and had lived an amazing life. We will miss her so much, but also know that we will see her again some day. See......so many things to post about and can't wait!! I hope your holiday season is filled with love, warmth, friendship, good times, memories, and lots of laughter :) xoxo Kristie

Spencer - Junior Jazz Basketball October 2009

Spencer had the opportunity to play Junior Jazz Basketball in October and had a blast. He had games twice a week and the other teams were kids his same age that attend different Elementary Schools throughout the city. Spencer has such a fun personality and is very athletic. One of my favorite memories about watching him play is when he would dribble the ball down the court, then "jerk" (a new dance move he learned) as he would come back up the court. He made some pretty sweet baskets too!! He is always making us smile and I love that about him.

Happy Birthday Spencer!! Pirate Island - 2009

Happy Halloween - 2009

9/26/09 12:01 AM - It's time to start playing some Ball!!

There is a regulation in Utah that the High School Basketball coaches can't have any of the players bounce a basketball in the High School gym from August 1st through September 25th. This year September 25/26 happens to fall on a Friday/Saturday so Cole's coach stopped their conditioning class 45 minutes early on Tuesday to let them know how excited he was to start playing in the gym again. He went on to tell them how cool it is that the time frame where they can't and can play happens to fall on a weekend. He said " I don't know about you, but I am going to be in the gym at 12:01 on September 26th bouncing some basketballs if any of you want to be there". The boys were so excited and thought that this was probably the coolest thing ever. Needless to say, Cole will be there at 12:01, shoes on, and ready to play basketball with the rest of the boys. What a great coach who instills his love of basketball in the boys and helps them realize what a great game it is that they are playing. P.S. I might just have to show up with some 12:01 AM snacks ;)

Cole's Basketball Games - Watch for more in November

We have had several people ask about Cole and his basketball games this year. I will be posting the times and place each week on this blog with an update on how the game went if you are interested in following him. We would also love to see you at his games. For those of you who don't know, Cole decided back in May to go to Provo High School instead of Timpview. It was a huge decision for him, but he is very happy. The coaches and players at Provo High are great and we are excited to have him play for them this year. He even has a new nickname which is "Stretch". We also have a good idea of what he will be playing, but will wait until after try-outs to hear the official word. He is definitely hoping for some game time with Kyle Collingsworth who will play for BYU next year. Watch for more in November....xoxo Kristie

Wheadon Family Reunion - Island Park, ID July 2009

I am almost done organizing the pic's on this one. Will post them soon :)

Oh my gosh I can't even tell you how much I love my family and how much fun we have!! Parrish, Cole, and I were not able to attend the reunion this year because we were in Vegas at Cole's basketball tournament, but Spencer did and had a blast.

Thank you a ton to everyone, especially my sister Kim, my Mom, and Joe's girlfriend Clare for looking after him. Here are a few pictures and some video to show you a little about my family. The video's are of a nerf gun war they had one night. Nough said!! :)