GLAD he's our DAD!!

As a child I spent my "Father's Day" days with Grandpa, we were so close. Now I've grown up I realize all the many men who have been there. Today "Father's Day" is a tribute to those wonderful men who can be there for anyone. Always accepting the fatherly role! I have had many "dads" or father figures in my life. With an absent father so many have stepped up to be there for me. For one day, one hour, one moment or many, I am so glad to have had each of them in my life. I am so thankful for the man my mom is now married to, and the wonderful father he is for me. I would be sad to not include such a wonderful Father in Heaven. He has given me so much and is always understanding, even when I am not. He has brought such wonderful spirits into my life.

The most important Father in my life now is the Father of my children. He is so good to our family. Josh is always taking on extra duties. Especially now. He said the best fathers day gift would be for me to cook, clean, and take care of everything for the day. As much as I would have loved to do everything, the needs of the many (children) are stronger than the needs of the few (parents). Josh gladly and cheerfully woke up this morning to get the kids breakfast and help out. I can say after being up all night, I was not so cheerful. After making breakfast, Josh fixed the leaking shower, got ready for church, and threw in a load of laundry. I can say a lot about the household chores that he has done, but this is not what makes Josh a great Dad.


Daddy gets up in the night with a sick kid, even when he has to go to work in the morning. He helps clean up the nasty puke or poop or whatever all over the kid, the bed, the floor.
When we go the ER for one child, the other kids have a babysitter. Daddy is at the ER too.
Daddy is there when each child is born and stays close by until each precious gem is safely home.
Daddy is there to give the first bath, any many baths thereafter.
Daddy is a responsible Priesthood holder and able to give a Priesthood blessing anytime he is called upon.
Daddy teaches us how to work hard. Our Daddy goes to work too. So he can get money to buy stuff.
Daddy teaches us to respect others.
Daddy talks to us when we have done something wrong, and helps us to understand the right things to do.
Daddy FIXES Stuff.
Daddy climbs into the McDonald's playplace to get a child out when stuck.
Daddy wrestles with us on the floor.
Daddy plays ball with us outside.
Daddy loves to make us BBQ dinners.
Daddy tells us silly jokes. (Most of the time we don't understand yet, but we laugh together anyway.)
Daddy tickles us. Daddy hugs us.
Daddy carries us. Daddy holds us.
Daddy will let us play "Guitar Hero" with the band, and it's okay when we don't "rock" so well.
Daddy will fix the girls hair when Mommy is too sick.
Daddy tucks us snuggly in our beds at night, and kisses us gently on the head.
We are so happy when our daddy comes home for lunch and at the end of the day. We are especially happy on those mornings when Daddy doesn't go to work and is able to be with us all day!

Our Daddy does so many wonderful things to show his love for our family.
We are so GLAD he's our DAD!!!!!

Daddy and Jaythan (Baby Brother)

Daddy and Weena (Jina Bear)


Daddy and Boo

Daddy and Jaxon

DURANGO? What?

I wasn't going to post about this, but well.... To end the rumors...(at least around town and on our street). Yes, we did get a new Car! WOOT!! WOOT!! It is a Dodge Durango. Um??? We are new to the "Dodge" world, but are enjoying it so far. Josh bought it from a friend in town.

The kids are in heaven. Some comments have been:

"Now we can even take baby brother with us." -- Boo

"We can have one more person than our family." -- Jaxon

Boo was so excited about the DVD player....I really wish I could portray it. "Oh and now we can even watch a MMOOOOOOOOOOOVVVVVVVVVVIIIIIIIIIIIEEEEEEE!! I always wanted to watch a movie in the car, and now we have one! Oh!!!!!!!!!!" We have taken several short rides and even as far as Manti each time watching a show. Of course there is nothing like watching a movie in your car. Even if the screen is small! :)

Jinaya loves sitting in the car. She spent quite a bit of time just hanging out and soaking it in.

Jaxon's first visit of the new car, he checked out all the gadgets. He opened everything he could touch! Total BOY!

Although Josh bought the car for Mommy and the kids, he has been taking it to work and taking care of all the engine parts, (that were already in great shape). And of course Wheels and Tires that are needed within the next year.....I am sure we will have within a week. :D Josh is having way too much fun.

Jaythan Peter Sharp
Possible nicknames include: Jay, Jayjay, JP, Pete, Jeeps (JPS), hum?

Born: June 3, 2009

Time: 3:01pm
Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz.
Height: 19 in.
Hair Color: um? Blonde
Eye Color: bluish greyish

Below is where Jaythan meets the family.
Below that is the "Mommy Story" or story of Labor and Delivery (some are interested, some are not.) :)

Mommy Story

I went in to be induced at 6:30 am. They day before I had learned that they wanted antibiotics in my system at least four hours before delivery because of the positive GBS. (reason #1 to be induced.) My body was "ready", meaning I was dilated to a 3+ and "very soft". The "plan" was to get the "pit" and Epidural, then the Doc would come up and brake my water at noon (knowing things progress quickly after the "water breaking"). While we were waiting for the Doc, my mom asked if I wanted a blessing. Josh gave me a blessing right away and we had the wonderful experience of fullness in the room. It was incredible. The Doc came in at 2:20pm and broke my water. Then they quickly got everything ready. The baby's heart rate DROPPED to I think the 70's? (I really don't know). The doc had me lay on each side, then flip to all fours, (ha ha) not so easy. Then they called in the C-section team. He had me turn over to my back and I was dilated to a 9. He said,"let's push. You are ready." The baby's heart rate dropped because I had dilated so quickly and he wasn't quite ready. So We all PUSHED and Pushed. We did not stop pushing until he came out. Later my mom says "the nurse was all by jumping on me." She was pushing pretty hard too. By the time the Pushing started I was Sure he would be a boy with big Shoulders (Love you Daddy). So then Jaythan was born at 3:01. The cord was wrapped around his body.....I am picturing like a "beauty pageant sash"? But I really don't know. He also isn't really a crier and almost got slapped by the nurse because he wasn't crying. Mommy coaxed him a and he squeeked enough. It sure seems like a short story, but it was very scary for a few minutes. I just don't think I can portray the situation with words. I am so thankful for the Doctor being on alert and his knowledge of the situation that we could do this safely. Also for the nurse and her knowledge, she knew exactly what to do. I am glad that I didn't have a c-section but that the team and Doc were ready in case the situation came up. And Mostly thankful for all those who were there supportively, both physically and spiritually.