The Marrotts

Saints Game!

2011-09-26T10:18:00.000-07:00

There's a first time for everything!

I have never been to a Saint Paul Saints baseball game but have only heard awesome things about them! Our good friends, Justin and Melissa, signed up for a bike ride (motorcyle ride of course) and the final stop was a St. Paul Saints game. So we decided to purchase some tickets and join them! Trayson is QUITE the little ball player himself and I knew that he would absolutely love to go watch some real baseball.

Trayson loves Justin's bike and he was so nice to let him go for a "ride" on it...he was so proud of himself in this picture...so cool!

Sitting so patiently for the game to begin - him and his toothy little grin...haha!

(sorry, this picture got cut off for some reason)

Trayson got SO many treats. Lemon icee, peanuts, popcorn, and his first taste of cotton candy (thanks Justin!). He wasn't quite sure what to think about this weird fluffy stuff that disappeared on his tongue before he could spit it out.

The game was a long one but the Saints DID win - I think we all started getting a little stir crazy after awhile (note Justin).

My little buddy was a champ and loved every minute of the game. He was visiting and flirting with all of our 'neighbors', cheering and clapping for the players, singing with the songs, eating treats...so much fun!

I think I might be a little proud mommy - can ya blame me!?

Can I pencil you in?

2011-06-08T10:26:00.001-07:00

My days are filling up fast! So if you are interested in hanging out anytime in the near future, I suggest you contact my secretary (Mommy) to get you on the schedule. As you can see below, I'm in high demand!

(Triple "S" time (Snack and Sesame Street) with my awesome cousin, Sandra)

(Car show with the coolest daddy in town! - like my hair? Mommy did it. I didn't like it at first but it grew on me)

(check me out - go ahead, take my picture! CHEEEESE!)

(A few of my favorite things...Boppa (Grandpa to those who don't speak "Trayson" and a ball - must always have a ball close to play with - its a necessity)

(Chillin' at the beach with my posse - I wasn't too sure about this whole "lake" thing but I was cool with getting some sand between my toes...and everywhere else for that matter) - note: awesome matching shorts with my buddy, Kyce.

(Ahhhh - yogurt! Or edible paint - whatever you choose!)

Can't wait to hang out! Til then - I'm OUTTIE!

Prayers were answered

2011-06-03T07:46:00.000-07:00

NORMAL!

That is what Trayson's doctor said when he called me on Wednesday with his MRI results. Normal. That was the best little word that I could have heard that day. Immediately after hearing that word, I felt like I could breath easy.

So, what now you say? Nothing. The doctor said that being his MRI came back normal that this central sleep apnea will go away on its own. Trayson will outgrow it as his brain continues to develop and mature. In the meantime, we'll keep a close eye on him and continue with the prayers that each day he gets better on his own.

Goodness. I love that cheesy little grin.

Love you little buddy.

Our Little Trooper

2011-05-27T11:03:00.000-07:00

I have to start out by saying how blessed we are to have been given such a sweet, sweet little boy. I always say how perfect he is (because is my eyes, he IS perfect). But after the past few weeks that we've had, I truly believe this to be true.

Perfect people snore too, right? Well this little man DOES. Ever since he was a brand new baby. I called him my little piglet in the hospital when he was born because he snorted all the time. Well this snoring has envolved. We were referred to an ENT by his pediatrician because he not only snores, he stops breathing for periods of time. He sounds like somebody that has sleep apnea. Which is exactly what he was diagnosed with about a week ago.

Soooo...we've been at the Children's Hospital of St Paul twice within the last couple weeks for various tests. The first one was a 'sleep study'. Basically we showed up at the hospital around his bedtime. They hooked him up to various machines and then they monitored him while he slept. Then a specialized sleep doctor examined the study and diagnosed him with Central Sleep Apnea. Why not just remove his tonsils and adenoids you say?! This type of apnea has nothing to do with these. Central sleep apnea is when you repeatedly stop breathing during sleep because the brain temporarily stops sending signals to the muscles that control breathing. Scary, right? That's what I said.

Next step, an MRI.

So last Tuesday we spent the day at Children's again. I was, let's just say, a little nervous about this procedure for various reasons...

1) the appointment wasn't until 11:30am and being Trayson is so young, he would have to be sedated during the MRI. Sedation means that you can't eat anything for 8 hours prior or drink anything for 3 hours prior. I worried the whole time that my little boy was going to starve.

2) the sedation process and the thought of my baby boy having to go through any kind of pain or discomfort.

3) needles in my baby

4) the unknown. We scheduled the MRI really fast (scheduled on Friday - appointment that Tuesday) and I only spoke to a few nurses that gave me instructions on what to expect.

So, when I say that Trayson is a blessing to us, it is because he was MY strength during this whole thing. HE gave ME the assurance that everything would be okay. HE made it SO easy for ME. Isn't it the parents job to make sure that the child is okay? Not the other way around?

Look at this darling boy and the sweet smiles on his face...here he is in the doctor's office getting all checked in and dressed in his adorable gown. Kevin wasn't a fan of the purple but the nurse tried to make him feel better about it by telling him it's "Vikings" purple...didn't help.

I can't get over how cute he is...he looks so little.

Hamming it up with mommy. He was full of stickers too - all over the place. I found one stuck on my shoe later in the day and I left it on there!

The MRI (radiology peeps) ended up running an hour late (another hour that Trayson could not eat or drink). I was worried the whole time that he would be cranky or whiny because he tummy was growling but leave it up to Trayson to not let it phase him for a minute. He was happy all morning. Played hard, watched Toy Story 2 in the waiting room. He was perfect.
I was getting more and more nervous about the anesthesia process that was quickly approaching. The nurses assured us that they had not forgot about us and that we would be called in shortly. About 10 minutes before they called us in, Trayson fell asleep in my arms. I carried him into the Radiology unit, layed him on the hospital bed, they put the mask over his face and he was "asleep" (sedated) 2 minutes later. How easy was THAT?! We gave him a kiss and we left him in the care of WONDERFUL doctors and nurses.

One hour later - this is what I was doing. Holding my darling little boy. My superman! This part felt so good.

He was so worried about his 'owie'. But he never cried (well until they pulled the needle out) and never complained. Snuggled with his mommy and gave his daddy smooches.

Daddy quickly became his favorite when he surprised him with a yummy popsicle! I think that dad snuck a few bites himself (mommy too).

He managed to figure out how to disconnect his vitals sensor so he could run around. The sensor was wrapped around his big toe which we tried to hide under his sock. He was too smart for us though and figured it out. He is attempted to RE-connect the lead below (love those chubby cheeks).

Quick recovery! He is yelling down at the nurses station here. Probably asking him (in his own language of course) where his chicken nuggets were that he ordered an hour ago! He was hungry but REALLY thirsty. Drank 4 cups of apple juice in about 10 minutes!

So that is that. Now we wait again. We hope to get the results of his MRI very soon and pray that the doctors say that everything is normal. If that's the case, then he will just outgrow this apnea deal and we'll get to put this all behind us.

We love you Trayson. Our little trooper.

I'm Back -

2010-12-04T13:40:00.001-08:00

I have a confession...

I'm a horrible blogger.

However, I believe myself to be a better mommy than I am a blogger. Therefore, I have chosen to focus my talents on that lately. But I am always checking in on my friends daily posts and I thought that I should take this little time I have while the little man is dreaming of Santa Clause to say hello!

Recognize this little one?

My awesome little stud, Trayson. This is his one year photo shoot (by the talented Kayleigh Alberts). I can't believe how much he's changed and grown this past year. He's no longer a little pipsqueak that I can tote around in his infant car seat. Oh no. He's a mover! Running (if that's what you want to call it), playing ball (all the time), laughing and giggling (sounds like a baby dolphin), and loving all these new discoveries. I enjoy EVERY second I am with him.

He LOVES his daddy - always laughing and playing. That's what daddy's do best, ya know. Kevin loves to teach him how to play ball and Trayson's newest talent is he can dribble a basketball. That's right - thanks to his daddy! Such a natural. ;)

I can't get enough of these little squishy cheeks. I need to be careful because one of these days I am going to kiss them right off! He loves to cuddle with his mommy in the lazy boy and listen to her attempt to sing him Primary songs. His favorites are Book of Mormon stories and Popcorn Poppin!~

And then there is THIS handsome man - he can definitely make this girl smile. Captured perfectly below.

I feel so blessed. Especially during this holiday season. I love Christmas. The warmth and wonderful feelings that it brings into our homes. Such a great time of the year!

It's been a crazy 3 months!

2009-12-17T06:44:00.001-08:00

Well if you've been wondering where I've been lately...see below...

This little person has been taking up all of my spare time that I used to have...

No complaints here though...just look at that FACE!

And when he gives me this adorable smile...he can get ANYTHING from his mama!

Trayson Joseph Marrott

Born: Sunday, September 20, 2009

Time: 1:34pm

6 lbs. 10 oz, 20 1/2 inches long

PERFECTION!!

It's Shower Time!

2009-08-09T11:09:00.000-07:00

My lovely cousins offered to throw me a fantastic shower and of course I accepted! Below are my cousins Tara, Lisa, and Dana and their mama Gayle. It's always a crazy good time when the ladies of the family get together for a party! Lots of laughing and joking around so I knew that it was going to be great...and it was!

Here are my the gorgeous girls of my family!

(me, Mama Weekley, Heather, Meg, and Chris)

We played the traditional dice game and then........it was present time! Check out this ADORABLE little outfit. I can't get over the "tiny" factor...I just love these little clothes!

I think that this gift was more for my mom...she loved it! And what's not to love!?

Ahhh, there's one my mommy! Or should I say, "Mooooomy!"?

This is a little inside thing between Heather and me...she's always called me Pookie Bear since I was little and she found a book by Sandra Boynton with Pookie in the title...ME!

I am just so thankful that I have so many loved ones that take the time to celebrate with me! We had such a great time!!!

Okey Dokey!

2009-07-27T10:34:00.000-07:00

32 weeks!! YAYYY!

Well if you can't tell by the smile on my face...I'm getting closer to the end of this pregnancy! I've actually LOVED being pregnant because I've been one of the fortunate ones that hasn't had to deal with being sick. For those of you girls who have...you are amazing! Without the sickness, there are still the "not so fun" times of being pregnant. Like right now, I have a hard time breathing because my little one takes up so much space. Taking a deep breath is a chore these days! Getting comfortable in the middle of the night is quite difficult I have to say. My mom tells me that these restless nights are to prepare me for when my little guy arrives and wants mama's attention at all hours! I'll be a sleepy one, but a happy mama too!
We have yet to set up the baby's room (all of the baby furniture is currently in boxes sitting in my dining room), we have not settled on a name yet...we are getting closer and closer to my due date and I haven't filled out my maternity leave paperwork for work (oops!)...BUT we are still just as excited if not MORE excited for September to arrive!!

Growing and growing and growing...

2009-06-10T19:17:00.000-07:00

My entire pregnancy so far has flown by...with the exception of these last few weeks for some reason. I'm really not sure why but it seems like I've been 25 weeks along for a LOOOOONG time. However, I'm guessing that this next month will fly by with work, finishing remodeling our upstairs, getting a new driveway, having an irrigation system installed, and preparing to head out west for a vacation and family reunion! YES, you are right...we are BUSY! We just really want to have our house and yard, etc. just the way we want it before our little man joins us. So the next few months are going to be stressful and crammed full but we'll feel so amazing once we are all finished and settled.

Ultrasound Results!

2009-05-16T06:57:00.000-07:00

This past Tuesday Kevin and I went in for my 20 week (actually 21 week) ultrasound at the doctor! I can't even begin to tell you how amazing it was when we saw our little one on that screen. My heart started thumping so loud and I had the biggest smile on my face. I looked over at Kevin and his eyes were bugging out of his head. It really made it REAL to see the baby in there playing around, doing flips, kicking the nurses hand. It was the best experience ever!

So it is official...the newest little addition about to join the Marrott family is going to be a mini version of Kevin. IT'S A BOY! And we are psyched. We would have been happy with either a boy or a girl but now that we know that it's a boy...it's SHOPPING TIME! I've held off this whole time and haven't bought anything. I have been driving JoDell crazy because she wanted to know what I was having. Well now we know...so let's start this shopping stuff! The afternoon after my ultrasound I went shopping and bought the cutest little outfit. I couldn't help myself.

Last night we went out with my folks to dinner and a movie and my dad gave me a shopping bag with a little newborn outfit in it and on the onesie it said "Off to Grandpa's House" and had a little car on it...the pants had cars all over them! I about died with how adorable the outfit was. And my dad was so proud!

This is so wonderful and everyday is a new adventure with this little guy doing gymnastics in my stomach!

Prego Update...

2009-04-13T16:10:00.000-07:00

Alrighty, I am 17 weeks along, although, somedays I feel like I'm already 9 months! Things are going really smooth though now that I'm through my first trimester and all of the queasy nights have passed. It's getting more and more exciting now that I'm starting to show and people are noticing the bump. Kinda funny!

We have BIG news!

2009-02-10T08:36:00.000-08:00

Well the time has finally arrived...we are going to have a little addition to our family! Kevin and I are very excited (and nervous at the same time) to become parents. We've waited 8 years for this to happen and it's finally here. I am due September 22, 2009 and the time is flying by already!

2008-11-20T13:42:00.000-08:00

So the Marrott household is FINALLY coming of age and has their very own computer in their home! Can you believe it? I have to say though that my mom is a little upset about this. For years we have been mooching off of the folks and using their computers for all of our work/internet needs. She is a little worried that we won't come over as often now that we don't need access to a computer. But I told her that as long as she keeps on cookin' for Kevin, we'll be there! LOL

We love having this around though! I can finally create my OWN iTunes for my iPod...we can email like crazy...Kevin finally has a FaceBook page...maybe NOW I will keep up with my blog!

So go ahead and say it...welcome to the 21st Century Kevin and Sara!

Fun at the Lake

2008-08-23T22:45:00.000-07:00

Payton

Kayleigh & Bella

Lucy watching Kevin and John (my bro) on the tube!

Just hanging out!

Feeding the Ducks!

2008-08-23T22:38:00.001-07:00

Feeding the ducks in Anoka on the Rum River. With John, JoDell, Bella & Parker.

Aquatennial Fire Works

2008-08-23T22:32:00.001-07:00

The Best Fire Works Ever!

Been so long!

2008-08-22T11:25:00.000-07:00

Okay, so I've been getting in trouble for not updating my blog often enough! I guess once a month isn't good enough...sorry JoDell! ;o) So right now, I'm being a bad employee and blogging from work. It's Friday afternoon and I'm leaving early so it's okay, right??

So here's one event that took place in June...(I know, I know...I'm a slacker!)

We LOVE to go to the ever famous Back to the 50's Car Show at the state fairgrounds every year. I've been going since forever and since Kevin's been in my family, he's been going and LOVES it. It's basically just an excuse to get outside, look at pretty cars (and some that are NOT so pretty), hang out with family and tons of friends, take part of a few state fair yummy treats and relax! Well the last couple years the car show has fell on Kevin's birthday. Sooo...of course we have to embarrass him a little and make a big about it! So here's a few pics (thanks JoDell!)

Another part of the car, focused towards the ladies who attend with their Hot Rod obsessed husbands, is the Ladies Showcase. My mom's best friend, Lora, started this last year and has been a HUGE hit. Well there is a FASHION SHOW on Saturday morning their and of course the models are all of my parents friends and their daughters...me included! So here's a picture of me and the ladies in my family...

Here's adorable little Bella watching the fashion show and decided SHE wanted to be a stylish model too...my opinion is she's by FAR the best model there!

Meet Holly...

2008-06-09T14:39:00.001-07:00

Okay everyone...lately Kevin and I have been throwing the idea around of getting a sister for our little Lucy. We are gone all day at work and I know that Lucy gets a bit bored and lonesome and might love some companionship. So today I went onto PetFinder.com because I really don't want another puppy that we will need to start from scratch as far as training. Holly is 3 years old, same age as Lucy. They say she is good with other small dogs...like Lucy. She is housebroken and walks well on a leash. She loves being outside and running and sniffing around the backyard. She enjoys snuggling (which we would love). Plus she is a Shih Tzu and Lucy is 1/3 Shih Tzu. Neither of them shed.

I just have a few concerns. What if they end up not getting along. Lucy is REALLY protective of Kevin and I and always has to be the center of attention. She's always in the middle of us, laying on us, giving us kisses, etc. I suppose she would just have to get used to sharing...

What do you think? We might send in an adoption application to meet Holly. Anyone have any advice?!?!

To all the drivers out there...

2008-05-30T15:03:00.000-07:00

I have to admit that I've had a bad string of luck these past few years with car accidents BUT I can say that what happened last night was NOT my fault...for once! On my way home last night and some dude totally rammed me and crunched the side of my car. Best part was that he LEFT the scene of the accident. Can you BELIEVE that?! But not before he tries to take off and then loses control of his own car AGAIN and jumps a curb, takes out a street sign, and keep on driving! I thought I was lucky that I was able to get his license plate number and make and model of the car BUT just my luck that when the cops ran the plates, they were not in the system. The guy probably took the plates off of another car, or they were expired!

Lesson learned...no matter if the accident is my fault or not, I never get off THAT easy!

BUCKLE UP EVERYONE!!

Sincerely,

A Belated Mother's Day Tribute

2008-05-14T10:31:00.000-07:00

I have to say that I LOVE Mother's Day. Mainly because it gives me a legitimate excuse to spoil my mom.

My mom is my best friend. I always have the most fun when I am with her. I never laugh harder or act as goofy than when we are together. Then you bring in my sister Heather and Billi Jo to the mix and people better look out! We are a crazy group 'o ladies! And the conversations we have, YIKES! Men would run if they heard what we talk about.

We have a tradition in the Weekley family. Every Sunday night is "Girl's Night" at my parent's house. The only people that are invited are my mom, my sister Heather, my sister in-law Billi Jo, and myself. NO BOYS! My sister Heather started this tradition with my mom when I was out at school in Idaho. When I got married and moved back here I started to invite myself and then Billi Jo joined. We all go over to my parents house in our jammies and we usually watch some type of chick flick. We all have our designated "spots" that we sit in while watching the movie in the livingroom. I am always in charge of the DVD player and the TV because nobody else knows how they work! We always make popcorn and SHARE the "towel"...a.k.a. the napkin to wipe our buttery fingers on. This is usually when the fun conversations take place. I love this tradition!! I look forward to it every week. Time to spend with my mommy and my sisters!

There is nothing better than having a close and loving relationship with your mom. As I've grown older, our relationship has grown. We are closer now than we ever have been and it's because we work at it! We talk everyday and if a day should pass when we don't, we worry that something happened to the other person!

I love my mom and I have to say everyone that "I" have the greatest mom EVER! Sorry but I do! I'm sure all of your moms are WONDERFUL, but MINE IS THE BEST!

I love you MOMMA!

2008-03-11T11:12:00.000-07:00

JoJo Romano!

Every Sunday night, the girls in the family have "Girl's Night" at my parents house with my mom. This past Sunday, we were looking through pictures and photo albums and my dad (yes, my dad likes to intrude on girl's night. Can you blame him?) found this picture of me and JoJo. For those of you that don't know JoJo, he was one of the greatest people ever. My dad went to high school with him and remained friends long after. I was really close with him. Just like another dad. JoJo passed away 4 years ago and everyone that knew JoJo misses him dearly. He had that type of personality that people were drawn to. I have so many fond memories of times with him...

1.) Saturday nights parked on University Ave across from Porky's Drive-In with all of the car people. JoJo would hang out with me instead of the old folks. One night we found a stray shopping cart and he spent all night pushing me up and down the sidewalk while I hung out for the ride!

2.) For my 16th birthday he made a special trip to my house to bring me a cake and on top it read, "Happy Birthday Sara Lee!" Lee is not my middle name but he ALWAYS called me that and I loved it.

3.) After my high school graduation party, I was going through my cards people gave me and I got a card from JoJo...with a $100 dollar bill TORN IN HALF!! I couldn't believe it. Getting to bottom of the pile of cards I got another card from him with the other half! He was always doing goofy things like that. The next time I saw him he gave me a brand new $100 dollar bill. Just another excuse for me to go and visit him!

4.) Garbage can dinners/pool parties at his house. He had a huge slide that he designed that came off of his garage and into the pool. We always had the best times there!

JoJo was not a very affectionate person but he was always willing to give me a hug when I wanted one. That is why I had to do something with his picture that I found. It's priceless to me! Love you JoJo!!

My Name is Sara! I've been TAGGED!

2008-03-06T14:26:00.000-08:00

7 things you probably don't know about me:

1: I'm a bit OCD (obsessive compulsive). Every time I eat something I have to chew it an even amount of times before swallowing. That is just 'one' thing.

2: I used to collect James Dean memorabilia like crazy. I had a life size cardboard cut out of him in my room all throughout high school, through college, and I even had it in our livingroom
when we first got married.

3: Eventhough I have an amazing job right now and am moving up in the company, my absolute favorite job I ever had was working at Jamba Juice. I've never had more fun at a job in my life!

4: My original hair color is really brown. I know, I know!! Hard to believe, but it's true!

5: I have a bit of an obsession with purchasing coats/jackets. Funny thing is I hate wearing them. I LOVE buying them and trying them on but the majority of the time when I should be wearing a coat, ex. WINTER, I barely ever do. Too bulky! =)

6: When we finally have babies, I am hoping for twins. My mom is a fraternal twin. Supposedly, fraternal twins are hereditary and it is supposed to skip a generation AND the genes are supposed to come from your mom's side. SO...I might get lucky!

7: I am the tallest girl in my family believe it or not. I am 5'1, my sisters are 5 foot even, and my little mom is 4'10 1/2. BUT, I have the smallest shoe size out of all of them. How lame is that? I can't even steal their shoes!

Family Pics

2007-11-23T07:15:00.000-08:00

Yes I know, it's been a LONG time since I last posted anything. I know that JoDell will be happy. So this year is the first year that we decided to send out Christmas cards/pictures since we've been married. I am pretty excited about it. We wanted to include Lucy (our puppy) being she is the baby in the family but she tends to get a bit feisty with strangers. So instead of getting them done professionally, we had my sister take a few for us! It took a little convincing to get Kevin excited to take the pictures but doesn't he look CUTE!?

We joined!

2007-10-03T14:22:00.000-07:00

Okay, so all of my friends seem to have blogs established lately. I love going on them and reading all of the updates and seeing the latest pictures so I decided to start one for Kevin and I. Yes, I admit it, I was feeling a little left out! So here goes nothin'.......!