Brock catching his 1st fish!

We went fishing at a local pond the other day and Brock caught his first fish! The kids all got to catch one so all in all it was a good fishing day! I also took lots of pictures so I will post those soon!

Brock is back!

We had a welcome visitor, my mother in law and an unwelcome visitor at our house this week, influenza! Yuck! Brian's mom got here on Friday and I was looking forward to spending the week hanging out, maybe shopping and getting a pedi, and definitely getting some decorating tips for our new house. But no....Brock and Abby ended up with the flu. On Saturday, Brock was running a low grade fever but bounced back in the evening and was fine on Sunday. Then Sunday evening, he got the fever again and started coughing. We laid low on Monday and then Tuesday I decided to take him to the doctor. His fever had gone up to 104°....yuck! They tested him for influenza and sure enough he was positive. They said his lungs were crackly and his O2 stats were low so they wanted me to watch him closely and use the nebulizer to help loosen stuff up. Unfortunately by Wednesday after running a high fever combined with throwing up, he got very dehydrated and had labored breathing. The doctor suggested we head to the ER. After 5 hours there, 2 bags of iv fluids, steroids, chest x-rays and a battery of other tests they were advising we stay the night if he didn't perk up. Within 15 monutes of the deadline, Brock sat up in bed and started talking and laughing! Praise God! We were not looking forward to a night in the hospital! We brought him home and the next day the fever finally broke. By Friday, he was finally looking like himself. And today he really had his bright eyes back! We finally got out of the house today....went to McD's and the mall...not too exciting but out none the less. In all of this, Abby got sick as well but not nearly as sick as Brock. She did miss the whole week of school however because we didn't want to share this bug with anyone else! Needless to say, it was a blessing to have Betty, my mother-in-law here this week. She was a great help with the kids....especially when we had to go to the ER. We managed to avoid getting sick as did Riley and Jordan. Jordan had a little fever one day but is was short lived. I will definitely be getting flu shots for the family from here on out. I have always gotten them in years past and didn't this year. After this experience it is just not worth it.

Brock getting his breathing treatments.

What is this thing on my face?

Brock with his bright eyes again.

Fun with 3 two year olds...yes 3!

Here are some pictures of a recent trip to the children's museum with Brock and two of his buddies, Drew and Greysen. The kids had a great time and to my surprise they all got along. They ran around a little and then spent about 1/2 hour playing with playdough and coloring in the art area. I think I am going to enjoy the children's museum this winter when it gets too chilly to play outside!

Halloween Fun!

First, I apologize for my lack of posts...things have been so busy around here! I have been taking lots of pics...just not taking the time to post them. Here are some pics of Halloween. It was a crazy busy day between class parties, our neighborhood party and tricking or treating. So much that we had the kids in bed by 8:30 that night and I don't think we heard a peep from any of them. We were asleep by 9:00 ourselves! This year Riley decided to be Elvis with a little twist....what he would look like if he were still alive...with a gray afro wig and all! Jordan was a clone trooper, Brock a cow....just because I thought it was so cute! And Abby Hannah Montana...but at the last minute she decided she didn't like the wig so she just wore the dress. Our neighbor through a party with fun things like bobbing for apples and lots of goodies. Then we gathered the kids up and went trick or treating. The neighborhood we are in is so perfect...flat roads with 500+ houses...every kids dream! Brock so enjoyed the idea that he could walk up to a house, knock on a door and just get candy! He would scream after every house, "I got a treat...look it daddy and mommy...I got a treat!" So cute!

BFF - Brock and Drew!

Drew came over to celebrate Riley's birthday on Wednesday and he and Brock had the greatest time. They are so cute together...like 2 peas in a pod! Of course they have their moments...as most 2 year olds do. But they really do like each other! I took this pic of them and it turned out so cute (minus the pizza sauce on Brock's face.)

Crepes...oh so delicious!!

Today we actually got to stay home on a Saturday morning with no plans. We were thinking that we haven't had a Saturday to do that since we moved here 3 months ago. So we decided to take the oppportunity to make a family favorite...triple berry crepes. We usually save these for special occasions but we decided today was a special occasion since we had NO plans! The kids all got into, helped make the crepes, the cream filling and set the table. They were all so excited and helpful. It makes me realize how kids like routine and I think they had missed us having breakfast together. We used to do that almost every Saturday and Sunday. Of course Sundays are out now but we are going to try to be more purposeful about using our Saturday mornings to hang out. Below are a few pictures of the kids helping and the finished product! Yum yum! Warning: This is not a Muffin Top Killer recipe. Rather it produces muffin tops!

Brock and Abby helping with the kitchen aid!

I asked Abby to smile and this is what I got...what a little poser!

Jordan peeking into the kitchen!

The finished product! Yummy!

Brock's 2nd Birthday Party!

We had a great time having Brock's 2nd Birthday! He is currently obsessed with Thomas the Train so that was the obvious theme for the party!

Missoula has a great party store minutes from our house so I could have gone all out but seeing as we had just moved here, I decided to go pretty simple! Brock kept saying "Happy Birthday Thomas!" I think he was a little confused about who's birthday it was until he got to open all the presents...mostly Thomas themed.


He did get a 4-wheeler which he likes to call a "5-wheeler" and a motorcycle. He loved anything that has wheels and goes...preferably fast...typical boy for you! He does however like to get in touch with his fashionable side as you can see by the picture of him wearing Abby's flip flops and sunglasses, carrying her purse.


Shortly after I took this picture he did a face plant and didn't even cry, he just said "Oh, my purse" because it had fallen. Brian would like to interject at this point that he does like elk and is very much a boy in that sense!

All in all is was a great party with great friends! After opening all of his presents, he was a little overwhelmed and ended up having a melt down. He ended up in bed before our guests left. I am thinking that is par for the course for a 2 year old birthday party!

Happy 2nd Birthday Brock!

Brock turns 2 today! I can hardly believe it! He has grown so fast! It seems like just yesterday I was 9 mo. pregnant and thinking to myself is he ever going to come out! And after a relatively short labor, out came our bouncing baby boy...all 10lbs. 9oz. of him! We picked the name Brock because we liked the name "Barack" which means blessed in Hebrew. And that is truly how we feel....blessed! Everyday Brock brightens our day with his smiles, laughter, and constant repeating of so many different words...mommy, truck, mommy, truck,mommy, truck,mommy, truck, etc. daddy, thomas train, daddy, train, DADDY, TRAIN! His voice getting louder with each time he repeats himself. He loves his big brothers and sister so much and he can't wait to get out of bed in the morning to play with them! He has truly completed our family and for that we are thankful! Happy Blessed Birthday Brockie! We love you so much and know that you are going to grow up to be such an awesome man of God! We look forward to many more years of your smiles and laughter and even the constant repeating!

Brock's singing debut!

I apologize for my off tune voice in the background! Brock will only sing if I sing along. He also likes to lip sync as you will see in the next video!

My little house cleaner!

Brock was ready and willing to help me clean yesterday. As I was running around like a crazy woman getting ready for our 4th showing in a week....he decided to pick up the swiffer and go to work. I had to take a picture he looked so cute! Notice the sparkly shoes too! He loves to wear Abby's shoes around the house and for the most part her shoes are pink and glittery! He does usually tote his gun around while he is wearing the shoes which makes me know he is confident in his manhood! As for the showings, no other offers yet and we are still waiting on the contingent offer to go through. So for now the cleaning continues....good thing I got a little helper!

Sunny and 74°!

The weather is beautiful today so Abby decided she wanted to have a picnic with Brock on a blanket in the yard. They had a great time eating their lunch in the sun. After only 15 minutes Brock was looking a little pink so I made them come in. Unfortunately the weather for the rest of the week is not looking as nice. When will SPRING be here to stay....maybe in May???

A week in the life of the Moser's!

I realize this blog is suppose to be "A Day in the Life of the Moser's" but who has time for that! Especially with the crazy weeks we have been having. So I thought I would do a quick update.

• Went to Women of Faith. What awesome speakers and singers! Had a great time with girlfriends. Think we're getting old...stopped at Walgreen's for earplugs, Tums, GasX (not for me) and sleeping pills to assure we would all sleep soundly (because of the snoring...once again, not me!) Ate too much food, laughed so much (almost peed our pants...again not me), got to sit in the front row (Thanks to EllaMae), got to see Kristi (great visiting) and last but not least...did a little shopping!

Nicole C. Mullen at Women of Faith ~ what an amazing voice!

Having dinner with the girls at Outback!

Our big Walgreens purchase!

• Snack Mom on Monday for Abby's preschool. She is starting to read which is so exciting! She can read a few beginner books very well. It is amazing to see them grow!

Abby doing the calendar and weather.

Brock playing in the sandbox indoors (what a brave preschool teacher!)

• Bunco Monday night! It is always a great time when you can get out of the house and also get out of making dinner! We has a fun time visiting. I can't wait to meet some new girls in Missoula and start up another Bunco group.
• Lunch Duty on Tuesday. This is when I realized I am not cut out to be a teacher! It was fun to hang out with the boys for a little bit however.
• Stayed home an cleaned on Wednesday. By this point in the week, I had been so busy my house was out of control so I spent the day cleaning and playing with the kids.
• Got pictures taken for the website. My friend Kelly is an amazing amateur photographer and she offered to take pics of our team for the website. Of course, that day ended up being the rainiest day of the week. She still managed to get some great pictures!
  

• Had Missoula group. Always a good time discussing plans and praying!
  
• Took Brock to Dr. for well baby check. He is getting so big. 29 lbs. (70%) and 35" (85%) Got a few shots and all looks good!
  
• Missoula trip. Brian left at 5:30am to go to Missoula for the day. He met someone about a potential building that we may be able to use for our church. The meeting went well and we are very excited to see if we will be able to meet there. He made it back at 11:00pm. What a long day!
  
• Showed the house on Thursday It is still being shown even though we have a pending sale. Hopefully we will sell it one way or the other soon....uuuuggghhhh....I don't like the waiting!
  
• Went to dinner Yes, I am certifiably crazy....I took all 4 children to Applebee's by myself for dinner. The showing was at 6:30 so we had to be gone during dinner time. The kids actually did really well!
  
• Bible Study I love my Friday morning bible study! It's a great time to visit with the girls and get in to the Word.
• Showing the house again on Saturday. We are trying to keep the house clean because we have another showing tomorrow morning (did I mention I am ready for this house to be SOLD!)
• Looking forward to the weekend! Hopefully it includes a date night and some relaxing time with the kids!
  

Keys and Guns!

Some children have a special blankie or a stuffed animal...personally I have always thought it was sweet when kids have security things...until you have to search for them when they are going to bed, etc. At any rate none of our kids have ever been attached to any item until now. Brock has a few items he likes in particular. His first was a set of keys that he carried around everywhere. He went to bed with them, woke up with them and carried them around everywhere. He would eat with even using them as a fork of sorts (not the most sanitary I'm sure.) He actually had a special way of holding them. He had to hold them the same way everytime. He would cry when we couldn't find them and rarely give them up. We ended up misplacing the keys recently so he now has a "security" gun. Just like his keys, he is never without it and his finger is always on the trigger. Somehow, he feels better holding on to it. I am sure it will be something else when the gun is gone. It is amazing what he can do with only one hand as he is always carrying it around!