A New Year Is Ahead Of Us!!!

Wow! Where did 2010 go? It's crazy how time goes by so fast, within a blink of an eye. I haven't posted a blog in quite some time:(. This year has been full of up's and downs just like every year, but this year will be unforgettable for a few reasons.



First of all I would like to say how GRATEFUL I am to have such a wonderful family. It's been such a blessing to be surrounded by the one's who really care about you and are ALWAYS there for you no matter what obstacles your facing. They are such great examples to us and I want them to know how much we really do love them.



It's been a crazy year full of unforgettable memories. Here are some of the things that we did/went through that really made it memorable.



February 12, 2010

Our little man Kamden turns 2 years old. It still blows my mind thinking about how fast he's grown up. He's not a baby anymore, but a toddler who is very independent and knows what he wants. He's such a fun little boy to have around the house bringing much love and entertainment to our family. I wouldn't have it any other way. He's full of personality and is probably one of the happiest kids I've ever seen. I'm so lucky to be able to raise him and teach him the many things about this life and what we have to look forward to in the future. We really had fun with his birthday party this year by theming it out as "Monkey Bash". Thanks to everyone who came out and celebrated this special day with us.



April 29, 2010

Daddy goes bye-bye for 6 weeks. In the last year and 1/2 we've hardly been able to have any family time, since Spencer had full time school and work. I on the other hand was working early mornings 7 days a week doing hospice. We hardly saw each other and if we did I would have to visit him at work by bringing him in some lunch. It made it especially rough by having to take Kamden from place to place and not having a set caregiver. I always wanted to be home for my kids and be the MOM who was always there no matter what. We finally decided this should come to an end and thought of an alternative route by doing summer sales. We had been thinking about it here and there the last few years, but figured it was too hard leaving our home and moving to a new place momentarily. We finally decided to take the risk and see what happens. Spencer went out to San Jose, California for summer sales with Clark Pest Control. We weren't able to go down with him since we had a few things holding us back. It was a hard 6 weeks trying to juggle everything being a single parent. It was then I really appreciated everything Spencer did for our family and what help he was to me. We both really missed having daddy around:(. It just wasn't the same.



May-August

What an AMAZING experience this has been! Here we are in California doing summer sales and loving every minute of it. What a memorable time for our family! It was such a good change for us leaving the Utah bubble and seeing what life really had in store. I had a little bit of a culture shock when we first arrived since there weren't too many whites. I felt like I was the minority, but luckily it didn't take long to get use to. Spencer did an AMAZING job out there! We're so proud of him and everything he sacrifices for us. He is truly the BEST Dad and Hubby we could ever ask for. We love you!

We really tried to have fun while we were out there. We had both families come out and visit us. We did so many things we would of never done back in Utah. We were able to visit San.Francisco, Santa Cruz Beach, Monterey Bay, Six Flags, and much more. It was really fun having our family out there and spending some quality time together.

Now we are both able to go to school and not have to worry about working full-time. It's been such a blessing in our lifes and are grateful for the success we had out there with such a GREAT company.

August-September

We've had alot going on these last 6 weeks of summer and will be unforgettable. We both started a new semester of school. I decided to go back to school and get a few credits done, since we qualifed for grants with both of us going to school. I've always loved learning and I'm so happy to be able to get an extended education in before we have more kids.

Spencer on the other hand is rocking it out. He's been taking some of the hardest classes anyone can take and pulling out A's in every class. Is he AMAZING or what? He's such a hard worker and does well in everything he does. We're so proud of him! He'll be taking the MCAT this April if not earlier, to see where we'll be headed for in 2012. He's got alot ahead of him with all the volunteer work, dr. shadowing and misc. things he needs to do. We really want to get accepted to UofU that way we don't have to move far away from the family and school will be alot less expensive being a Utah resident. We know whatever happens is suppose to happen and will be up to whatever life has in store for our family.

Over the last year and 1/2 I've been asked countless times of "When are you going to have a brother or sister for Kamden"?. This question is very hard to answer when you have no control over it. All I can say is Kamden is a miracle baby. The Dr's don't even know how I got pregnant with him. It was a complete MIRACLE! We have been trying for the last 2 years with no success. I finally had a feeling that I wasn't going to be able to do this by myself. I needed help and that was when I finally decided to call Utah Fertility and set up an appointment for Sep 2. I was then diagnosed with PolyCystic Ovaries meaning I wasn't able to ovulate by myself. My chances of getting pregnant were 0%. We then were told to start up on cycles with lots of medicine,ultrasounds, and monitoring the eggs. We were all for it with the hopes of having another little one join our family. I did the first cycle with success having the outcome of being pregnant, but I didn't feel like it was healthy pregancy. I was so sick and cramping all the time. They had oversimulated me and it was a very hard environment for the babies(Yes, I was possibly pregnant with twins). I had a really hard time facing the outcome of possibly losing 2 babies. I was in so much pain and discomfort the last cycle that I almost didn't want to go through it again. We talked about it and figured it's the only choice we had. Now here I am on my 2nd cycle and I responded much better then the first. I haven't been too sick and the I'm less resistant to the medication. I just had follow up and come to find out we have 8 mature eggs meaning I could be Ocoto-mom:). This would not be a healthy pregnancy nor would I want 8 babies at one time. Who could do that? I'll be going into a minor surgery tomorrow to have a follicle reduction and reducing the eggs to 2-3 eggs. We're really hoping this works out this time and that it may be a healthier pregnancy. I never realized how much has to go into having a baby. I always thought it was easy and you could get pregnant any time. This has really been one of the hardest trials I've ever had to face. I know the lord has a plan and that whatever happens is "His Will". I need to accept whatever happens and know that the lord knows what's best although it's hard to believe at times. This whole experience has helped our family grow closer together and we're so GRATEFUL for Kamden and the sweet spirit he is. He makes our family whole. I love both my hubby and little man so much it's hard to put it in words. They are "My Whole World".



I've been keeping this to myself for quiet sometime and not wanting anyone to know, but I realized I'm not the only one going through this and if there is anyone facing the same challenges we could be there for each other. It's a hard thing to go through by yourself. I was really embarassed at first thinking "I'm not normal". "All I'll be is a little study/test for the Dr's", but all that is was negative thoughts and how are they going to help me. This has been an experience we will never forget. I have grown alot experiencing this trial and "Count My Many Blessings".

What to look forward to in the year 2010!!!!

We'll I figured with it being a New Year I would accomplish one of my new years resolutions by starting a blog for the Pierce Clan to keep updated with both friends/family and vice versa. This will be my first time doing something like this. So please forgive me if I don't have all the bells and whistles on our blog. It may look very plain and simple in the beginning, but one day I hope to become a master at blogging. Although patience is a virtue! But as of right now I'll do my very best to become familiar with how blogging works and keep everyone updated.

Where to begin...

Kamden- As you all know he is one "ENERGIZER BUNNY" he keeps going and going.Which isn't a bad thing by any means it just keeps mom on her toes 24/7. I guess that's why we all have kids to have them help us keep young and going every minute. We couldn't of been blessed more to havesuch a "Wonderful Little Man". He has been such a blessing to our family. He has the sweetest spirit about him. I feel privleged to raise him and guide him back to our Heavenly Father. He is on the urge of talking or should I say "us understanding him". He is such a mumbler and just loves to have people listen to what he has to say which is alot. It is the sweetest thing. He also got the nickname "Monkey" for a few reasons one being he climbs on anything and everything possible. He's just like his daddy when he was a little boy. In fact a funny story about Spencer would be at the age of 2 years old when he decided he wanted to advance in his climbing skills, he then decided to go outside and climb like a monkey up the rain gutter of his Grandma's house. As he accomplished to make it up to the top he had no other place to go other then to do a pull up on the rail gutter and run from one side of the roof to the other. As his parents heard "thumping" on the roof. A question came to their mind "Where is Spencer". As they went outside to see what all the loud noise was there my love was having the time of his life. Honestly, What 2 year old do you know of that can climb on top of a roof. Not many? I am afraid our little man will be trying out these dangerous tasks sooner or later and am preparing myself for when the time comes. Other then that just enjoying the stage he is at right now.

Spencer- What can I say other then "HE IS THE BEST DADDY AND HUSBAND ANYONE COULD EVER ASK FOR". I'm not exaggerating either. He would do anything for us, not only that but for anyone. He is such a hard worker and sacrifices every day for our little family. If he's not working to provide then he is off going to school to better his education and our future. He isn't home all too often which can be hard at times. I feel as if I'm a single mom most of the time, but I'm fortunate enough to understand that he is trying to make a better life for us and I'm lucky enough to have family close to keep little guy and I busy. I know having these hard times with d addy being away from the family will be worth it in the end. I believe that's what life is all about "Trials- Make us stonger and better people". In this case it as strengthed our family more then we could of ever hoped. For all those of you who didn't know Spencer is planning on going to Med School and will be graduating in the end of 2011. Then we'll see where it takes us either University of Utah or out of state. Either way the lord will direct us where we need to be. Until then we are planning on going to California for the summer doing pest control. We're hoping it all turns out as planned, but only time can tell. Keep up the good work my love.

Tricia- As for me I'm keeping busy juggling everything around. I'm still doing hospice work early mornings up in Salt Lake. I've now worked for the same company for over 3 years. What an "AMAZING COMPANY". I couldn't of asked for a better job. I am able to help provide for the family and be a stay at home mom. How many mom's get to do that now days with this economy? Words can's even describe the joy I have in given the opportunity to be home with my little man.
I also sighed up for a 1/2 Ironman that is being held in Idaho this coming up June. I will be training with my dad and can hardly wait. I enjoy the training season and I'm excited to accomplish a goal I've wanted to do for along time now. My life long goal is to qualify for the Ironman in Hawaii where it was originated. It's neat they celebrate the event all week long with festivitys. What a neat experience that would be? Hopefully one of these days both my dad and I can qualify and make it a once in a lifetime opportunity.

WELL THAT'S ALL FOLKS!!!! Good old days of Saturday Cartoons:):):):)
I'll be sure to keep everyone updated with The Crazy Pierce Clan

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