Movin' on up to the west side!

Yes my friends we are letting the cat out of the bag. We the Rigby's have been drafted back to the land of Zion. We are really excited for the opportunities that are to come, but I can't help but feel a bit of sadness at the moment. I love this place so much and it is going to be hard to part, but Nathan and I know that this is the right decision for our family. Life is a little overwhelming dealing with moving so soon, leaving friends, having three kids, selling the home, cleaning the home and not to mention all the excitement. Although overwhelming, change is good and we are coming whether you like it or not.

So long to my peeps in Arkansas, hello all my peeps in Utah!

Missing our Mimi

We definitely love our Mimi and mom. We were spoiled once again to have mom coming out to help us for a week. She definitely made my life easier and I was so sad to see her go. Once again I had someone helping with the cooking, cleaning, laundry and kiddos. Did I mention that I am spoiled? Thanks mom for for all your help. You truly are an amazing woman and sacrifice so much for your children. This Rigby clan is so grateful for your example and love for us. We love you and miss you!

We were able to go see our brand new niece and cousin, Zuri. My kids just adore and love her. She is so little and petite, Tommy is only two weeks older, but is about twice her size. He will definitely be able to protect this little one. We miss you Monson family and we are going to miss Iowa.

Tommy is starting to smile so much with those little bulldog cheeks.

More of my little Tommy. Isn't the one with Rexy and Tom just adorable? I have some handsome boys.

Here's some adorable pictures of Rexy. What a sweet little man he is. He just makes me smile. Now we just need to get some of Caroline and we will be set.

Grammy to the rescue and much more.

Good news folks, I have found a real super hero. Her name is mom! She was an amazing help to us and we were able to keep her for a whole two weeks. I really don't know what I would have done without her help. She did the cooking, cleaning, laundry and watching the kids. We miss you Grammy and mom, we love you. Thanks for everything you do for us.

Caroline and Rexy's favorite thing is to go feed the ducks. Here's a few pics of them loving life.

Caroline is really into being a ballerina. Grammy got her a little skirt and now all she wants us to do is go buy some ballet shoes. Needless to say I think I may put her in a little dance class this summer. What am I supposed to do with a girl who loves to dance? This road is so unfamiliar to me.

He just keeps getting more and more adorable each day. The kids love him so much and are always kissing this kid. I think Rex gives him about fifty kisses a day. No joke!

My three handsome boys! Nathan and my two little Nathan's. Don't they look so much like their dad?

So my friend Katie took some pictures of little Thomas. Here's some sneek peeks of what she did. She did such a great job with not having a lot of experience at it. Thanks Katie. I am excited to see more.

Oh, Tommy Boy!

Here's more pictures of the little guy. He has got the sweetest demeanor. I can't complain with life when he eat, sleeps, poops and then does it all over again with very little crying. Newborns bring such an amazing spirit into the home and Thomas certainly does this in our home. We could all look at him and be surrounded by him all day long.
Caroline and Rex do not lack in the love department with Tommy. Caroline is my protective sister and will always let me know when he is crying. Rex just can't understand why Bubba's wont hit him back when he hits. I put a picture in to show what life is like with the three little ones. They make my heart happy. Mom and dad completely adore the little man. Tommy fits nicely with our family, we are so happy to have him here.

You see! They can't get enough of the little guy.

He's here! We are so excited to have our little Thomas with us in our family. Caroline and Rexy are in amazement with him and want to be around him all the time. We are definitely learning the words "gentle" and "soft".

I woke up in the morning at about 4:30 with little contractions here and there. Around seven they began to get stronger and more constistent. I was a little shocked because in previous labors I had long, all day contractions. I still wasn't thinking I would go into the hospital until later in the afternoon or evening. Nathan took the kids to play group and when he came home around nine fifteen my water broke. Another shocker to me. Never has my water broke and I still wasn't quite sure if that's what it was or if it was just pee! My contractions started to come more frequently and were pretty painful. I knew it was time to go. Nathan laughs at me because I wanted to stop at the store first to get a movie and chap stick. I then decided it wouldn't be a good idea, because I was starting to hurt pretty bad. We arrived at the hospital in good spirits, so the nurses didn't think I would be too far along. I kept telling her that contractions were coming very frequently. She finally checked me and looked at me in shock. Turns out I was dilated to an eight. At that moment she kind of went into panic mode and started speeding up the whole process. It was now too late to get and epidural, so we were all natural on this one. I never knew how painful delivery could be, but it definitely was painful. I also never knew how mean I could be when in pain. No one was going to tell me to hold off pushing, even if the doctor wasn't there yet. Good thing he came a few seconds later or else I don't know what was going to happen with this baby. We arrived at the hospital at 10:15 am and at 11:05 am we were blessed with our beautiful baby Thomas.

It's been a whirl wind, but we wouldn't have it any other way. I can't believe how much love you can have for your children so instantly. He is straight from heaven and such a joy to our home. We all love him so much and we are truly grateful that he is healthy and strong.

Here's a bunch of pics of the little man.

Long awaited update

Long time no update. Life is going really well for our little family. We have done a lot in these past few months and like before, hopefully I get around to updating, but for now this will have to do.
Caroline and Rex are the light of our family. They make us laugh everyday with there little comments.
You still can't understand a word Rex says, but he definitely is trying to get a point across. It can be a little frustrating at times, but when we listen to him say his prays your heart just melts. I can't believe he is two now and he is in the terrible two's, but also the sweet two's. It's like two different people in this kid right now. He can be a monster, but a lovable one as well.
Caroline is getting so smart and beautiful. She is so excited for our baby "Bubba" to come. We also have to announce that we are expecting a baby Ali too. Don't ask where Caroline got it from, but she keeps telling us she has baby in her tummy just like mommy. She keeps asking how we are going to get our babies out. I tell her mommy will go to the doctor and he will get the babies out for us. It seems to satisfy her questions. It love reasoning with three year olds. She is even praying for baby Ali and telling us it is hard to bend down because a baby is in her tummy. It's a little weird at times, but it makes us laugh with all of her silly comments.
Nathan is hard at work. We are expecting a switch up at work here pretty soon. Nathan is excited for the change. It's always nice to try something new. He is such an amazing husband and a dedicated father. I am so grateful to have him as my companion. He calls everyday from work making sure I am not having the baby and that I am ok. he is so cute.
As for me, just waiting around. I am due in less than two weeks, so all we can do is wait. Actually, I feel like I have been working like crazy. It's been such beautiful weather, so we have been working to get our vegetable garden and flower gardens ready before the baby comes. We are successful with most of it so far. Arkansas is gorgeous around this time. Everything is in full bloom which makes me excited to have a spring baby.
I put in a picture of me and my cute sister who is due three weeks after me. My parents comment on how I never put in pictures of myself this is why there are no pictures of me. I am HUGE!!!!
Hopefully we give word soon on baby.