For the Longest Time

I know its been a very long time since I last posted but we have had one stressful busy Christmas post season. Christmas was great we found out on Christmas eve that we are pregnant and expecting baby #2 in August. The joy was cut short by the sudden death of my cousin Christopher. He comitted suicide on December 26th. His laughter and joy will be missed by everyone.

So it was a very turbulent few weeks starting to deal with his loss and battling Morning sickness as well. We were also planning our trip to Hawaii. Andrew was sent there for 2 weeks for work to help open there new store on Oahu. Keiani and I flew down to join him and sneek in a little Vacation of our own. We had a great time and had alot of fun exploring on the weekends and dusting our shorts off.

My morning sickness is beginning to subside even though I am still constantly tired. I cant wait to experience this pregnancy and greet our new arrival ina few months. I will try to update with belly pictures when I begin to show and let everyone know how our little family is doing.

So heres to valentines day!

Let it snow!

Ok So I do realize it has been like 2 months since I posted something I really don't need the constant reminders. But we have been busy. So first off Thanksgiving was wonderful and December so far has been Great! I personally love the snow! I know I should bite my tongue since it is my husband who has to avoid crashing every day driving to work at 4 am. But I secretely love every inch I'm also very happy that the forcast has yet again changed and the idea of snow on Christmas has got me shivering with excitment. Although we have not spent much time out in the beautiful stuff I think tomorrow I might take Keiani out again and try to get her to enjoy the white "icky" stuff. Thats what she calls it "icky" Someone must have taught her that one cause well it wasn't me. Trust me I spent the whole day trying to tell her that snow was beautiful and wonderful and all the other magical words to describe it.
So to hold you over till Christmas here are pictures for you all.

Trick or Treat!!!

Keiani had a wonderful Halloween. We all dressed up like hippies :) We headed down south to my moms house in Sedro Woolley to go trick or treating and go to the childrens parade in downtown. Keiani was so cute and so amazed by all the other kids dressed up. She made alot of new friends that day.

After a long afternoon of fighting through the crowds, and parents chasing there sugar powered kids we decided to head home but not before keeping our tradition alive with Terry and Chasity (and now baby Sophie). We headed out to dinner dressed up and silly. At least this year we werent the only ones looking rediculous. We had a great dinner and all passed out once we got home.

Next stop Thanksgiving!

Watch out Turkey here we come...

Soggy Fall

So... Fall is here...

What bit of summer we had is over and what does this mean for the Guest family? Thanksgiving of course oh and Christmas, family, sweaters and cold toes. Our morning walks are turning into soggy strolls. I have to admit I love the fall I like the crisp clean air the beautiful colors what I dont love is the constant rain, rain and more rain that we will experience for the next ten months.

So now that it is officially October we are planning our next few month. It will be busy. Andrews work schedual picks up and so does all the family parties. Andrews has Brandons Birthday paintball trip tomorrow. On the 11th we will be celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving or as I like to call it Harvest Day. Then Along comes Our regular Thanksgiving and Uncle Dereks B-day and Gramdpa Vics B-day (big 5-0 this year!).

Then little drummer boy drum roll please....... Christmas! I know Im a softy but I love the hustle and busle of the season and pray every year for a truley white christmas. I've even started my Christmas shopping and am proud to say am about 1/3 done! Hold your applause please.

Well I'm off to go relax with my Husband. In case it takes me a while to get back to you. Happy thanksgiving x2 Merry Christmas and every thing inbetween.

*For those of you who have forgotten lets remember Marty Today and everyday. It was the 5 year annaversary yersterday. He had his faults but so do all of us so lets remember him for the great man he was.

Well Howdy there

I know I know its been a long time... but life happens and we get caught up in the excitement of it all. So lets see what has been happening in the Guest house:

+Keiani is growing like a weed! she is constantly outgrowing her clothes which at this point is ok because winter time is fast approaching its time for wardroabe change any ways.

+Keiani has got to meet and spend alot of time with new babies. Including Sophie and Taeya.

+We went to the Greek Festival where Keiani stole the show with her killer dance moves.

+ Keiani has also learned many new words including water, fish, cracker, baby, and many more she only says one partial sentence "whats that?"

Thats about all I can think of but I will try and be better about posting more regularly again!

Kenny

KENNETH WARNER EXELBY 1987 - 2008

Ken, our handsome warrior, left us in a hurry. He had an appointment with God to get his wings and he didn't want to be late. He hated to be late.

Ken's memory will continue to live on in those who knew him. He is survived by his loving mother, Jennifer Exelby-Ballas and stepfather Gus: his loving little brother David: his loving father, Rob Exelby and stepmother Karmella; his baby sister, Meagan (who he adored) and his step-sister, Kayla. He also leaves behind his loving grandparents Shirley and Luther Mullins, Warner and Ginny Exelby, Sue Hurtel, David and Regina Lathom and Jane Currie. Ken had numerous aunts on his fathers side, Vicki, Sue and Joan and their families. His Uncle Dan Lathom, Aunt Sarah Hurtel and cousin Morgan Hurtel; cousins Kendra Rhoades and family, Derek and Shawna not to mention many, many friends and acquaintances.

Ken is a graduate of Sedro-Woolley High School, class of 2005. He received high marks for his senior presentation of how to run a Papa Murphy's franchise where he was employed all through high school He was very active in sports while at Sedro: He wrestled, played soccer as well as football.Ken moved to Seattle to be close to his mom. While he was living in Seattle he was pursuing a career in HVAC. He was employed by Evergreen Refrigeration and quickly moved up the ladder. Ken had recently decided to move back to Skagit County to spend time with his brother and dad. He was living with his Uncle Dan and working with him.

For everyone who knew Ken he was a very intelligent young man. He had many talents and was skilled at many different things. He loved to ride four wheelers and baked the best chocolate chip cookies ever.Ken was on his journey to find himself. We all loved him very much and wished him peace.

Kenneth Warner Exelby means "Handsome Warrior over by the Mountain" He is a handsome warrior who won the battle now go and rest in peace over by the mountain.We will miss you forever but your memory will never die.

Service to be held Saturday August 23rd at Citipoint Church, 830 N. 16th, Mount Vernon at 2:00pm. Reception immediately following at the church.

Any memorial funds or donations may be made to your local volunteer fire department.

Bye Kenny

Unfortunately Kenny died last night. He was in a car accident and didnt make it. He went to soon and was way to young and we will miss him so much.

My favorite memory is when Derek and Kenny decided they were going to teach me to ride a bike one day. I had just started and wasnt really good yet. Kenny let me ride his bike. They each took a side and help get em started down the hill. Of course it didnt end well. I ended up crashing at the end of the hill with tons of scrapes and bruises. But it has always been a funny story to look back on.

I'll miss Kenny very much he was so kind and thoughtfull and funny.