Big changes

We are in the middle of some seriously big changes in our family! For a long time Paul has been pretty dissatisfied with his career. In fact, back when he graduated he knew that someday he would want to go back to school. Well, the time has finally come! This past weekend we moved out of our house and into a condo in Provo and during the next few weeks Paul is officially starting an MBA program at BYU. I think this go around at BYU will be quite different with four kids! But we are all pretty nervous and excited for this new adventure. Although it is hard to leave our home and friends behind in Draper, we've put a lot of thought and prayers into this decision. Here's to the student life, round 2!

Last night in our home :(

First dinner in our new place after a LONG day of moving

Thomas Robert Pahulu, "4th baby"

Before Tommy was born and we didn't know what his name would be, Lauryn would bring home things she made him at school addressed "To: 4th baby". I don't know why, but I thought this was so cute and funny. It seems like each of our  children has joined the world pretty much in the fashion that they live in the world. Lauryn- slow, steady, a lot of pushing but little pain; Annie- fast and furious, completely on her terms; and Keleni- easy, peaceful, happy, with just a touch of fury. Thomas seems to follow this same pattern. My labor went pretty seamless, but then he had to stay in the NICU for a week because he couldn't keep his oxygen levels up. (Don't worry, he is completely healthy now). For the most part, he is a really easy baby. He sleeps pretty well and is pretty happy, but then every once in a while he gets a little difficult. Really he just likes to be held, so it doesn't seem fair to blame him. Unfortunately, I don't usually have two free arms to hold him, or even one free arm for that matter! I am pretty happy to let other things slide and snuggle this boy as much as I can, though! He is about as sweet as they come and we are all 100% smitten with him. Just see for yourself.

Summer fun

Here are some pix from our summer so far.

Soccer for Lauryn:

Sunday walk ( or ride :) ):

Father's Day (Lauryn had just eaten a ring pop):

Picnic at the park and trip to the Aviary with friends:

Birthday celebrations for Aunt Kalo and me:

Backyard play time:

Resting whenever we get the chance!