Today was a special day! Our sweet, newest addition was given a blessing for her life! It was special to witness her receive her first Priesthood blessing, and extra special to hear Josh give it to her and see all our brothers (and brothers-in-law) and our fathers standing in the circle. And even though she […]

So March was not my best month. I spent the first 3rd of it sulking because Helen wasn’t born in February and the second two thirds of it recovering from Helen’s arrival. But I want you to know that even with being thus preoccupied, I DID decorate my mantel for my favorite holiday, and it […]

Josh and I have determined that we are bad at “sitting still.” Most (and by most, I mean intelligent) people who just barely had their fourth child in 6 years would be just focusing on the essential things and leaving larger projects for a time when things are less crazy. But we, apparently, are not in […]

Approximately 100 years ago (4 days, actually) Fay had her 6th birthday! I feel like 6 years is a big milestone because nobody considers you a toddler anymore. Fay is just a full-blown kid now. It’s kind of crazy! But we’re sure glad we have her! Here’s what you ought to know about Fay right […]

Carter turned 4 years old yesterday! He has been gearing up for this birthday for quite some time and I don’t think it disappointed him! For his birthday meals this year, Carter chose “chocolate balls” (cocoa puffs) for breakfast; Pizza Pie Cafe for lunch; and veggies with hummus, fruit, deli ham, and cheese for dinner. […]

So here she is! Also Portia. They were being princess and queen together. They just made this last pose themselves. It kind of cracks me up! My girls’ got attitude!

This evening Fay wanted to make paper airplanes. So we did! Josh made one for each of the big kids–all very high quality, fancy style ones–and I made mine–very regular style. We had SO much fun throwing airplanes around the house together! We had contests to see how far we could throw, if we could […]

Easter is such a magnificent holiday! I am so grateful for the reality of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ! I am also so grateful for the privilege I have to know Jesus Christ as my personal Savior. I am grateful for every experience I have had–delightful and lousy–that has solidified my personal testimony of Him […]

So…here we are. Almost two weeks later. Mother has been here the whole time feeding us like royalty, taking care of the house, and making sure I take much-needed naps. Healing is going well, though we still have a long road ahead of us. The kids are all enjoying having sweet Helen around, though all […]

The Monson family is beyond delighted to announce the addition of our newest member. Helen Zulla Monson was born on March 12, 2018 at 8:07 AM. She weighed 6 lbs 4 oz, and was 19 inches long. Getting Helen here has been an adventure! There is, of course, the fact that me and 3rd trimester […]