Hawaii 2010

This year we went to Hawaii for Christmas with the Sundell side of the family. We had a BLAST! It was so nice because everyone was able to come! We first went to The BIG Island! There we snorkeled, went to a luau, went to the beach multiple times, boogie boarded, ate some delicious food, and just hung out. The condo we stayed at was beautiful! However, the front door sucked because Nixon could open it and it would automatically unlock itself when you opened it from inside. So we spent a good portion of our time trying to find heavy things to block the door and chasing after Nixon when he would get out.
Snorkeling was so much fun! Unfortunately, my underwater camera doesn't do so well with water. Somehow water made its way inside the camera. The same thing happened to my sister in-laws camera. I was so bugged because I had the camera for 3 days! I am over underwater cameras! BABE! HINT FOR MY BIRTHDAY PRESENT! I WOULD LIKE A CAMERA!
We went to a luau one night and it was rained out so we had it inside. I have to say, it was still entertaining, but totally not the same! The food was alright.
Nixon loved the sand! He literally would roll around in it. He hated the ocean and would cry when I would even try to walk in with him. I was so surprised! He loved the pool though. I am guessing it is the salt water he doesn't like.
On our way to Maui Nixon was HORRIBLE! He cried so much! Good thing it is only a 30 minute flight! I thought it was funny because it was jam packed and here is Nixon screaming bloody murder on this little plane! Peter didn't think it was as funny as I did.
For Christmas Eve Jenny made a delicious dinner. Brown sugar pork something with delicious coconut rice. So yummy! Nixon opened his fabulous pajamas that Grandma Sundell made. They were so cute!
Christmas day we opened stockings, gifts, went to IHOP for breakfast, and went to the beach. It was great!
I can't remember what day it was but on Maui we went did a portion of the road to Hana. We stopped at a fresh water pool with a rope swing. Peter climbed across the huge tree to get it, but it was way too thin and we were worried it was going to break. The water was freezing and both Nixon and I weren't about to attempt to get in. Nancy was the bravest and got in first. Abby was the first to jump off the cliff. I was impressed. She's definitely got some Robi in her.
Robi was for sure missed. It wasn't the same. It was still super fun, but not the same. We all love and miss him so much and wish he was here. I know he is doing good work and watching over us though. Love you Robi. Miss you.
Now here comes the crazy amount of pictures! Enjoy.

When we were doing family pictures on the beach there was a turtle on the sand. Surprisingly Nixon wasn't scared.


My Sexy Hunk..Enough said.

We thought this kid was a girl without a top on at first glance.

There were these trees on the road to Hana that looked painted. It was neat.

Peter on the tree trying to get the rope.

Surf board fence

Miss Madeline

Miss Olivia

Sexy husband. That's right...be jealous.

Henry and Nixon...So cute!

We found Nixon like this almost every time on our way back from the beach.

Sweet Elsie

Such a sweetie, baby David.

Interesting....

Isn't he just the CUTEST EVER!

We only did stocking stuffers this year from Santa.

It's amazing how sandy he got!

Miss Elsie just got her sunscreen put on her face when she fell face first into the sand..

Our awesome flight that Nixon was amazing on.

My two handsome boys.

I got a kick out of this.

Yup.

Yup. It's about time that I post. Honestly, I feel like it is more a chore than actual enjoyment, but whatever. We had a fabulous Thanksgiving! I LOVE Thanksgiving and I have so much to be thankful for! An awesome husband, son, family, my testimony, and much much more, but I don't want to bore you. This year we went to Utah for a week for Thanksgiving and it was so much fun! We got to spend some quality time with family and friends. Here are some pictures and a couple video's of the last couple weeks! Enjoy

I just love this picture of Nixon and Grandpa playing! So cute!

Thanksgiving family pic. Don't mind that fat face, I had just stuffed myself.

Cousins!

Grandpa and Jill doing some kind of dance with a dutch song.

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This video is hilarious! Nixon thinks he is rolling the window down by saying "GO".

The things he does to make me laugh...

I seriously am so in love with Peter! It's almost sick how much I love this guy! He makes me laugh so much and we have such a great fun time together! Love you babe. You're the best!

SWIM VIDEOS OF NIXON

bAbY dAvId and SURGERY Before/After

First off, I want to thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. It was very much appreciated and I am so lucky to have such wonderful family and friends. Now I will tell you about my surgery. I went in on Monday at 2:00pm. Filled out paper work...signed some stuff...got my iv put in...I then met with Dr. Vaughn ( who was doing my surgery ). The anesthesiologist came in and I was so nervous for that more than the actual surgery. I am not sure why, but I was scared that since it was a 3 hour surgery I was worried that I would like wake up in the middle or something. I didn't like my anesthesiologist at all. He was so awkward and wasn't comforting at all! I told him that I was scared of that happening and his response was "that can happen." Thanks. Right after he gave me a little something something to calm my nerves. I don't remember anything after that. 4-5 hours later I woke up to my sweet husband giving me a kiss telling me it looked good, everything went well, and that he loved me. He really is the best husband in the universe. Anyways, my neck hurts pretty good. It has started to not hurt hurt, but become more super soar. It hurts to sleep. I am knocked out from the meds, but it hurts to lay down. My voice is a bit hoarse. Which is mainly from that breathing tube they stick down your throat. I can't drive for 2 weeks! I don't know what I am going to do with myself. It hurts really bad to turn my head plus being on meds they said for at least 2 weeks no driving. My sweet mom came into town and has been taking care of me and Nixon. He has been quite the little stinker, but he loves spending time with his Nana. My mama is the best! She really does so much for me and I am so grateful for all she has done!
Also, I have a new NEPHEW!!! David Simms Worden. He is the most beautiful baby I think I have EVER seen! He is so so so adorable! I am so happy for Melissa and William! They will be the best parents ever! They are such wonderful people and I couldn't be more happy for them! We miss you and we can't wait to meet the little guy!
( I will post a picture of him in a few days after I ask )

And here are some random pictures of Nixon and I thought were cute.

Past two weeks ( Revised )

So for the past two weeks Peter, Nixon, and I were lucky enough to stay at my in-laws and take care of the dogs, plants, and most importantly the pool while they were in Powell. It was so much fun to stay somewhere else, but still not have to travel. Their house is like a resort in itself. The pool is beautiful! We swam every single day except Sunday. Nixon LOVED playing with the dogs!It makes me want one even more! He played with them every morning and then during the day would swim with Shiro. Nixon played with Shiro last Wednesday for over an hour and a half! It was amazing! I don't know what we are going to do now that we don't have a pool to walk out to in the morning and the dogs for Nixon to play with everyday.
On Saturday my mom, sister ( Molly ), her friend ( Casey ), cousin and two of her kids, Emma and Crew, came into town to visit. Emma, who is 6, was such a sweetheart and played with Nixon so so so much! She was such a HUGE help! Crew and Nixon are 6 days apart. Nixon was so mean to Crew though. It was so sad. Crew is such a sweetheart and Nixon would walk up to him smack him in the face and then right after give him a hug and kiss because he knew he wasn't supposed to hit. They did play though really well after a few days. Crew and Nixon LOVED playing in the dog water. They played in there so much! It sure was gross, but so cute to watch.
It was such a fun couple weeks! We sure missed Abby, Grandpa, and Grandma though. We are so excited to see them!

Edited by: Peter Sundell ( my husband who has delusions of eloquence )