The Kaholoaa's

Who's Child is This?

2009-02-22T18:13:00.005-07:00

Most of you will remember that last year Jenna was an elephant in her finale production number for dance. Well, Emma decided to put the costume on and do her interpretation of the dance. It was quite entertaining.

Sweet Thing

2009-02-14T10:52:00.003-07:00

This is Keith Urban's new video "Sweet Thing" that I customized for Jimmy and I. Everyone knows what a HUGE Keith Urban fan I am so this was pretty fun. There is a link at the end of the video so you can create your own. There are 12 things that are customized. See if you can find them all.

Cute Kids!

2009-01-21T09:52:00.000-07:00

The kids wanted in on the action

2008-10-11T17:03:00.001-06:00

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Just a quiet afternoon at home . . .

2008-10-09T12:06:00.001-06:00

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Emma the Explorer

2008-10-06T20:38:00.004-06:00

Emma counting to four in Spanish . . .

Uno . . . Ghost . . . Taste . . . Nacho

Dora & Boots would be so proud.

2008-09-29T15:09:00.009-06:00

Yes, I know it's been a month since I've posted. A month, can you believe it. I can not believe how fast September flew by. Christmas will be here before you know it - UGH - let's not talk about that.

So, I'll get you up to speed on what's been going on. . .

For those of you that read my previous posts, I never made it to Hawaii. Jimmy, Jacob & Emma left on a Wednesday and Jenna & I were supposed to go on Friday. Well, the flights were too full so Jenna & I didn't go. The joys of flying stand-by. Anyway, it worked out ok. I spent a couple days in Evanston and was able to see my brother Jared and his family who were up visiting from Las Vegas. It was so good to see them. I hadn't seen them since January.

We have been busy with work, school, dance & football. I thought that once school started we would be able to get into a better routine and life wouldn't be so crazy. Oh no - not the case.

Jacob's last football game was this past Saturday. He had so much fun. Their team tied for 2nd place in their region. Awesome!! Go Eagles!

Jacob & Coach Singley

This past Saturday we had a primary party / program practice at the church. I asked Emma to get some clothes on so we could go. This is what she came down wearing:

Oh to be three again!

Pre-School

2008-08-26T14:37:00.004-06:00

Emma doesn't actually start school until next week, but don't tell her that. Today was an open house so she could meet her teacher and explore the classroom. Jacob tried to tell her that but she was very adament that today was her first day of school.

She is going to the same pre-school that Jacob went to. Kids Corner with Mrs. Kaye. She was our neighbor in Centerville. She is an amazing person. So patient with the kids. This is her 20th year doing pre-school. WOW.

She was all smiles as we went in.

Once we were inside it was a different story. When she gets nervous she does this weird "let's see how far I can stick my tongue out" thing.

This is as we were leaving, so she was a little more relaxed.

I'm not sure how it will go next week when she realizes that Mom & Dad aren't going to stay with her the whole time.

1st Day of School, SYTYCD, Football, Birthday, etc. . .

2008-08-25T14:48:00.005-06:00

Today is the first time in 8 years that I haven't taken my kids on the first day of school.

Jenna started Junior High and told me a couple weeks ago that she wanted to ride the bus and I couldn't take her to school. I reminded myself that I felt the same way when I was her age and kissed her goodbye as she walked out the door.

I was planning on giving Jacob a ride, he started 2nd grade today, but then his friend came by and he decided he wanted to ride the bus. So I gave him a kiss and sent him on his way.

Emma starts pre-school tomorrow. We'll see how that goes.

Last Thursday, Jenna had the opportunity to attend a dance clinic put on by So You Think You Can Dance. They had the four dancers who are from Utah there and Jenna was able to spend an hour with each of them. She had a great time. Her favorite dancer from the show was Chelsie so she was so excited to meet her. Here are a few pictures:

Thayne Jasperson - he's originally from Evanston. He's much younger than me but I remember his family.

Jacob had a game on Saturday. I didn't take any pictures because I was too busy yelling at the refs. They made some horrible calls. We found out that one of the refs was new and didn't really know what was going on. The other team made some really cheap shots and they didn't call anything but we got called for offsides almost every play. They are 7 years old for heaven's sake. Anyway, our defense held them most of the game. They made a lucky play and scored so we lost 0-6. Enough about that.

My cute Grandma Rex turned 91 last Wednesday. My parents took her out to dinner for her birthday. Here she is with my Dad.

This is at our reunion in July.

This is a picture of her when she was 16 - what a hottie!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANDMA!!!

This is a picture of my niece Kailyn. I haven't seen her since last September. Isn't she a dolly. Love those big blue eyes!

There's not much else going on around here. We are going to Hawaii this week for Jimmy's family reunion. I will post pictures when we get back.

Have a great week!!

1st Game

2008-08-18T11:29:00.003-06:00

Jacob had his first game this past Saturday. It started out a little rough. Our team fumbled on the first play and the other team scored on their first play. I thought we were in for a LONG afternoon. But we held them to just the one score. Our offense found their rhythm and we won 13-6.

Jacob also got his first football injury. When he was getting up from a tackle someone from the other team stepped on his arm just above the elbow. He couldn't move his arm for a little bit. He was so brave and it was all I could do to stay in my seat. He sat out a couple plays and then was right back in there. What a trooper.

He has a game every Saturday through September 27. They are all at 3:30 except on Sept 20th it's at 8:30 am. If you are interested in coming, let me know and I will get you the details.

I've put some pictures from his practice and first game into a slideshow. Enjoy!

The little ballerina

2008-08-18T10:53:00.007-06:00

Emma started dance last week. She is so excited. She has already made grand plans for all the fun costumes she gets to wear and the trophies she will win - "just like Jenna". She told me afterwards that I can't take pictures of her during class. I guess it broke her concentration - LOL. But afterwards she was all smiles in front of the trophies. She picked her outfit because it is blue just like Cinderella.

We made it 7 1/2 years!

2008-08-18T10:48:00.002-06:00

We made it 7 1/2 years without stitches. I am truly amazed. But the run came to an inevitable end a week ago.

Jacob's finger got slammed in the front door at his friend's house. It split it open and he had to have four stitches. He was so brave and afterwards looked at it and said "That's so cool. I can't wait to show my friends." He's all boy!!

It hasn't slowed him down at all. He still plays football and all the other rough and tumble things boys do.

Living up to expections

2008-08-03T01:11:00.004-06:00

I just finished this book about 10 minutes ago, almost exactly 24 hours after I started it. I didn't read the entire 24 hours - for some reason my kids thought they needed to eat. ;-)

I was so nervous about this book living up to my high expectations. I won't give any spoilers for those of you who haven't read it yet. But I will say - I laughed, I cried, I was scared out of my mind - in short - I loved it!!!

I'm really sad that this is the last book in the series. I am comforted by the fact that I can go back and re-read them anytime I want. I can bring Bella, Edward, Jacob and the rest of the characters that I love back at anytime.

I know that may sound a little dramatic. But if you've read these books you understand what I mean.

I'm interested to hear what your opinions are of this book. Please leave your comments.

Breaking Dawn

2008-08-02T00:55:00.003-06:00

I just got back from Walmart with my hot off the presses copy of Breaking Dawn. I'm so excited. I'm going to start reading right now - so please don't call me for the next few days. Just kidding - you can call me - just don't expect me to answer. Happy reading all you fellow Twilight fanatics - you know who you are - I saw you at Walmart!

More Football

2008-07-29T12:36:00.003-06:00

Emma wanted to get in on the football action.

Can you feel it . . .

2008-07-28T16:27:00.009-06:00

AAAHHHHHH . . . can you feel it in the air? My favorite time of year is almost upon us. Yep, that's right . . . FOOTBALL SEASON! I am a huge football fan!

This year Jacob is going to play on the city league. He's been big enough to play for a couple years - but this year he is finally old enough. ;-)

We took him to get his equipment last week.

He was so excited I thought his face would explode.

He was so funny - he thought that the knee pads were made so his knee wouldn't be sore when he took his picture like this:

OOHHH I'm so excited! I'm sure I will take tons of pictures as the season progresses.

Twilight Series

2008-07-18T11:04:00.002-06:00

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I am so obsessed with these books.

My friend, Sarah, is the one who first introduced me to the Twilight Series. I was a little skeptical - ok a lot skeptical - I mean come on - Vampires really???

Well, Jenna's friend let her borrow Twilight and I picked it up one night to see what all the fuss was about. Wow - I could not put it down. I went out and bought New Moon and Eclipse the next day.

That was last Fall. My sister, Heidi, finally started reading them a couple months ago. So, I read them again.

Stephenie Meyers has an amazing talent and a way of writing that keeps you wanting more.

Here is the latest trailer from the movie that will be out in December. Enjoy!!

So You Think You Can Dance

2008-07-17T10:33:00.003-06:00

Ok - so I've become a HUGE fan of So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD). I just started watching it a couple weeks ago. There are some very talented dancers on that show.

These are videos of my two favorite dances from last night:

Life

2008-07-16T15:41:00.008-06:00

I am reminded today, once again, how precious life is. I work for a General Contractor and one of the guys who works out in our shop had a heart attack and passed away today. It's been very somber around the office as everyone is reflecting on life.

In the midst of that, I remembered what today is . . .

Nine years ago, today, five student body officers from Evanston High School were traveling home from a conference in Eastern Wyoming. They were in an accident and three of them passed away. Two of those that passed away were my cousins, Melissa Anderson and Nikki Thornock.

I remember when I heard the news I was in shock for several hours. I couldn't believe it was real.

I miss Melissa's smile, laugh, super tight hugs and her ability to make everyone feel loved and included.

I didn't know Nikki as well, but I remember her always smiling and laughing.

We were able to go through the temple and have their work done a few days after they died. I was having such a hard time dealing with the fact that they were gone. But while we were at the temple I remember having such a sense of peace and when I closed my eyes I could see them standing together, holding hands and smiling the biggest smiles. I knew that they were ok and I knew I would be too.

I am so grateful for eternal families.

Melissa

Nikki

Cancer Walk 2008

2008-07-14T12:35:00.003-06:00

This is the 2nd year that my Mom's family has had a team entered in the Relay for Life Cancer Walk in Evanston. My Uncle Mike passed away after a long battle with cancer last year, about a week before the Cancer Walk. It is a great time for our family to get together and honor those that have survived and remember those who have passed on. My Grandpa and Uncle Gary have also been treated for cancer.

We camp out on the football field and take turns walking around the track all night. There is also an all night softball tournament. Our family played at 7 pm, 11:30 pm and 3:00 am. It was so much fun. Of course, I was just sitting in the stands wrapped up in a blanket. (It was in the low 40s that night.) But I'm sure the players had fun too.

The night starts with an opening ceremony, then the survivors take the first lap around the track. Then everyone else starts walking. The "rule" is that at least one person from your team has to be on the track at all times.

At sundown they have a luminary ceremony where they light candles that have been placed all around the track in honor and memory of those who have battled cancer. They also read off the names of people in the area who have been affected and we have a moment of silence for each of them. It is quite an emotional time.

Each team is asked to raise as much money as they can to donate to the American Cancer Society. Our family was the top donater this year. We donated just over $11,000. The next highest was Smith's Grocery with around $6,000. YEA FAMILY!!!

I've put the pictures we took into a slide show so you can see what a great event it was.

Hula

2008-07-09T16:29:00.005-06:00

Jimmy's sister, iShay, danced at our wedding luau almost 13 years ago. Wow, the time flies. It is the most beautiful dance to the most beautiful song. She taught the dance to Jenna a few months ago. Jenna is such a quick learner, she learned it in 3 days.

She danced at our ward luau and then again at our friend's baby luau. I recorded it but I have an ancient video camera and I have no idea how to upload it or if it's even possible. And because I was videoing I didn't get any still pictures of the dance itself. So I made her pose for some pictures afterwards.

She is wearing a dress that is similar to those worn by Hawaiian Royalty. This is something that the Princess of Molokai would have worn.

I searched and searched to find the song to add it to my playlist below and could only find a 30 second snippet, which should be playing right now (unless you are a slow reader, j/k). I have the cd but am technologically challenged and don't know how to get it from there to here. Anyway . . .

You can go here and listen to the whole song.

Oh - and a PS on my previous post - Emma drew the dolphin with a Sharpie. I don't think it's coming off. Jacob's room is decorated with surf boards so I guess it does add to the theme.

Dolphin

2008-07-08T10:49:00.006-06:00

I got home from work last night and Emma says "Mom, come look at this dolphin I drew." Well, I love to look at my 3 year old's art work so I hurried up the stairs to see it.

Wow - what a great dolphin. It's got a pointy nose and a tail and looks like it's playing with some little fishy friends.

Well, to really get the full effect of this magnificent dolphin, let me show you a picture from a little further back.

Yep, that's right - it's on the wall. "But Mom, I wanted Jacob to have a dolphin on his wall."

Ahhhhh . . .

Memories

2008-07-06T23:02:00.003-06:00

I found this fun little "activity" on my friend Dacia's blog. I thought it would be fun to do.

The directions are as follows:

1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember!

2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty funny to see the responses. If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you. If you don't want to play on your blog, or if you don't have a blog, I'll leave my memory of you in my comments.

What . . . I'm a Princess? Who knew?

2008-07-03T21:04:00.000-06:00

You Are Pocahantas!

Free-spirited and wise. You have a strong passionate spirit that touches and changes all who know you. The wisdom and common sense that you have is really what guides you through life. Even so, you also have a very playful side that loves adventure and excitement.

Which Disney Princess Are You?

Hannah Montana

2008-07-03T15:01:00.004-06:00

So, my sweet little Emma Ruth asked me the other day if she could have her own set of scriptures. I told her that when she turns eight and gets baptized we would get her some. She said great - I want Hannah Montana ones.

I told her I would check with the First Presidency and get back to her on that one.

Love my little Emma!

Another Weekend Another Family Reunion

2008-06-23T14:49:00.022-06:00

So another weekend and another family reunion. This one was in Amalga which is north of Logan. It was for my Grandma Welling's family. It's always fun to get together with family.

I'm a little camera happy right now, so I have lots of pictures to post. . .

My cute cousin Caleb.

He wasn't very happy that I was taking his picture.

"Please stop taking my picture"

My aunt Janet was so excited to have her picture on my blog. Here she is with my Mom and Jenna getting my Mom's yummy dessert ready.

My cousin's Kayla & Katie.

Emma with her cute balloon hat.

Having fun!

My cute Grandma (on the left) and two of her sisters.

Emma "playing piano".

My cousin Melanie's son, Carter.

These next pictures weren't taken at the reunion . . . just hanging out at home.

"I'm the Queen of the Fire Hydrant!"

My beautiful girls!

Jenna is always making Emma pose for pictures.

What a goof ball.

Jacob playing Star Wars, or Indiana Jones, or Cowboys & Indians, or . . .

with a squirt gun.

Staying Cool in the 90+ degrees . . .

Real Estate Agent

2008-06-19T19:11:00.004-06:00

We have some exciting news: Jimmy finished real estate school and passed the tests and is now a licensed real estate agent. YEA. I am so proud of him. This is something he has talked about doing for a long time. We are all excited for his new adventure. So if you or someone you know is in need of a real estate agent, please get in touch with him. His e-mail address is HawaiianStyleRealtor@gmail.com.

Tag

2008-06-19T18:54:00.004-06:00

My Sister Heidi tagged me with this...

Four places I go over and over
~Work
~Wal-Mart
~The Pool
~Chili's

Four People who e-mail me regularly
~Good Housekeeping (maybe I should start reading their tips)
~Oprah.com (We're tight)
~ScreamFree Parenting (They have great tips)
~My Mom (Love her)

Four places I would rather be right now
~At the Pool
~Wal-Mart
~Chili's
~Hawaii

Four People I talk to on a Regular basis
~Heidi (we have very eventful conversations when we are at work!)
~Jimmy / kids
~Mom & Dad
~People at work wanting money (I work in the accounting department)

Four favorite places to eat
~Chili's
~Applebee's
~Red Lobster
~Macaroni Grill

Four Shows I would Watch over and over
~Everybody Loves Raymond
~King of Queens
~That 70s Show
~Friends

Four People I tag
~Jamie
~Heather
~Amber
~Steffani

Family Reunion

2008-06-16T11:45:00.012-06:00

We had a family reunion on Saturday in Eden. It was the Karl G. & Effie Udy Welling Reunion. (My grandpa's parents) We haven't had a reunion for several years. It was really nice to catch up with family that we haven't seen for quite awhile.

Jenna decided to do Emma's hair in hot rollers for the reunion. These pictures caught her reaction to seeing herself in the mirror with the rollers in. Too cute!

Jamie was giving me a bad time about not updating my blog so I decided to put a picture of her in it.

Jamie and her husband Andy - kicking back at the reunion.

My cousin Julie with Jamie's daughter McKenzie.

My sister Becky and her daughter Rachel.

Becky's husband, Jason and their son Tyler.

Becky & Jason's son Nathan.

Jenna, Emma & Jacob on the swings.

Jacob catching some air.

Jenna's turn.

Jacob in Hawaii

2008-06-16T11:43:00.004-06:00

These are some old pictures I found of Jacob when he spent the summer in Hawaii with Grandma & Papa Kaholoaa.

Dance Competition

2008-06-16T10:01:00.010-06:00

I know, I know - it's been almost a month since I started my blog and I haven't updated it yet. My sister Heidi and my cousin Jamie have been telling me to get on it, so . . . here ya go.

I'm going to start with some pictures.

These are from Jenna's dance competition in St. George.

Jenna with her dance instructor with their Grand Champion trophy they won for their finale.

Jacob being silly at the dance competition - he was so bored watching 8 hours of dancing.

Grandpa Rex with Jacob & Emma in the pool at our hotel.

Amber and the kids drove up from Las Vegas for the dance competition. Jenna was glad to have family there to support her. Thanks Amber. This is baby Lucy, Kody, Logan & Emma.

Beginning

2008-05-20T17:49:00.000-06:00

Ok - here I go. I'm not very good at this sort of thing but I'm going to give it a try. I will attempt to keep this page updated and current with the happenings of our family.

I will get you up to speed . . .

Jimmy grew up in Hawaii and I grew up in Wyoming - worlds apart. Jimmy and I were married in 1995 in the Laie Hawaii Temple. Our first daughter Jenna was born in 1996, our son Jacob was born in 2000, and Emma Ruth was born in 2004. We lost our sweet baby boy Jaxon in 2005 when I was 17 weeks pregnant.

We currently live in Farmington, Utah. We purchased a townhouse there about a year ago and are enjoying being homeowners. No more throwing money away on rent. YEA!!

Jenna just turned 12 and starts Junior High in the Fall. She takes dance and voice lessons and is growing up way too quickly.

Jacob is 7 and is very much a boy. He loves to play outside and ride his bike with his friends. He is very kind hearted and thoughtful.

Emma Ruth is 3 and thinks she rules the house. She loves to play dress-up and anything girly. She does like to get dirty and play with the boys sometimes too.

Jimmy works for Delta Air Lines and loves the flight benefits.

I work for Hogan & Associates Construction in the finance department.

Life is really busy right now but good.

That's all I can think of writing right now. Like I said I will try and keep up on this.