Halloween Costumes!

Every November I tell myself I need to start making costumes in June. Every October I spend all my free time sewing to get costumes done by all the festivities. I do love making them and that's why I do it every year. My new goal is to branch out and make skirts or dresses for my girls to wear all year long. There are plenty of awesome women around me that sew amazing things, we will see how far I get.

This year we stuck with a Peter Pan theme. It was the only time Jed will ever let me put tights on his boy. I gave a great sales pitch to Ellie earlier this year trying to get her to be Wendy (so we would be slightly more proportionate). I did such a good job, both girls wanted to be Wendy. Sarah did not want to be Tinkerbell even with the shoes, sparkles and wings. I wish I could remember the exact sales pitch I could use it for so many other things. In the end everyone was happy and we all had a great holiday.

Birthday Fun!

Jed and I both celebrated big birthdays in the last few months. Jed just wanted to "spend it together as a family", so we took him up to The Great Wolf Lodge in Mason, OH. We had the best time together. We left mid-day on Friday and returned late Saturday night. Ellie started a little timid, but was soon asking for swimming lessons (a first) and going on every waterslide and in every pool. Sarah was dangerously adventurous, she has no fear. Sam just chilled and Jed and I took turns sitting with him. The rooms were themed, the girls had their own separate bunk bed and t.v. We had a blast and are all looking forward to going again.

School Days

We are alive and well! Despite the lack of postings life is great! We have been busy enjoying it.


Ellie started school in August. She does 5 full days here in Kentucky which took some getting used to and she occasionally rides the bus. She started so shy but has warmed up and likes learning especially computers and art. I pick her up in the afternoon and she starts every school day telling me she loves me and asking if I can be a little earlier in the car pool lane. Sarah cried every morning for about two weeks when Ellie started school, but she has since figured out she gets a little more attention and a little freedom to play with whatever she wants. Sam is great. He has continued to be an allstar baby, very content, snuggly and sweet. I think I need five more just like him.

A Visit From the Toothfairy

We are calling on the Toothfairy for the first time in the Gold house. Elisabeth lost her first tooth in June just after turning 5 (am I really getting that old). She wiggled it out all by herself, even though her Dad would have willingly helped it out. When she decided it was time she sat in a chair with some Kleenex and it took about 3 minutes.

She immediately wrote a note to the Toothfairy and decided to leave it on the door like the kids here and I started a Ballerina Princess tooth pillow (I -being in denial- had not thought to make this any earlier) thanks for the link friend.

He's Here!

Samuel Marc Gold arrived June 9, 2009 at 6:19 p.m. My big boy was 8 lb. 11 oz. and 20.5 inches long.

He didn't exactly stick to the birth plan and came by way of C-Section. I didn't have to push or be uncomfortable I just sat with Jed and his stock of 3 Redbox movies and relaxed. I always get threatened with C-Sections when I'm in labor, but Sam wasn't coming any other way. We are glad that he is healthy and strong.

The recovery has not been as easy but after 6 weeks I can finally say, "I am getting there." He has been such a good content baby and such a blessing. I'm am so grateful for my little guy.

May at a glance...

Looking back and recording for me...



Derby is one of my favorite times in Kentucky, you can literally feel the excitement for weeks surrounding it. We had a great time celebrating the Kentucky Derby with friends the first weekend of this month. There were games and prizes, great food and company. Someday I will make it to the track and be able to wear a fancy hat and dress of my own.


Ellie had her Preschool graduation. Her class acted out Noah's Ark. Ellie was a cat (because it was pink-naturally). She loved her class and especially her teacher, Miss Susan. She often asks about the kids in her class, she built some great friendships there.

(I love this picture, Ellie is a jumper and bouncer but right here she is sitting so still.)

Ellie also had her annual dance recital. She did two dances this year: a tap and ballet. Despite her mother having her in the wrong places at the wrong times she acted un-phased and danced great. She cried when it was all over and she had to say good-bye to her teacher, Miss Mary-Jane, for the summer. My favorite part: listening to her practice and sing, "The Good Ship Lollipop"over and over. Sometimes she sang the real words, most of the time she made up words for whatever she was doing.

We took a trip to Ohio to say good-bye to our good friend Porter before he went into the MTC. It's always fun to see the Jenkins. We stayed with the kids over Memorial Day and had fun playing with them.


I had the most ridiculously amazing shower thrown for me. I have some crazy talented friends and this party was perfect. Thank you, thank you! They decided to outfit a little boy nursery for me (plus some), since this was my first boy. It literally brought me to tears that I have such giving friends. I need to submit all their labor to an online blog like Tip Junkie so all of their work can get more recognition, any other blog suggestions?

A Manic Monday

For journaling sake, this post was written almost a month ago. I could be the worst blogger ever...


Monday, May 18, 2009. I started the day with a weekly trip to the doctor. There I learned I had gained plenty of weight (thank you) and my baby had also. I was measuring 39 weeks. Even though I was only 36. I was reassured how odd I carry my babies (in my esophagus) and things were moving along. I was told I had to cancel my house sitting stint in Columbus for Memorial Weekend and the following few days (we still went for the weekend, even a pregnant lady has to have some fun) my body really is unpredictable.

I went to a new hairdresser (who I love). She thought I needed some bangs for a change (which I have never loved), she cut them and I have really liked the change. I have not had any form of bangs since 6th grade, it was a big deal.


While I was there, my wonderful husband was home early with the girls. Ellie hit the crown of her head (back in her hair) on a bolt in the garage and had to go to the insta-care. Thanks to two great doctors in the ward she was fixed up with 2 staples and healed beautifully. You can barely see the scar even when you know right where it is. We will miss you both when you move Dr. Todd and Dr. Ryan.I'm glad days like those don't happen every Monday!