This is Todd!

So the other day Lexi told me that I can blog whatever, whenever I want. BIG MISTAKE! So I thought I would blog just a few of my interests out on the world wide web. I'll start off with the very FIRST video posted on Lexi's blog. This is of one of my greatest memories. I ran mid-distance on the track team my senior year at Timpanogos High School. I mostly ran the 300 M Hurdles and the 4x400 M. Relay (That's 4 guys run one lap each, handing off a baton). We worked real hard and had TONS of fun all season long. Then came the big State track meet at BYU at the end of the season. Everything we had trained for led up to this point. We had put in many hours of sweat and pain preparing for this. And well, you'll have to watch to see if it all paid off. (Note: I realize this video is about 4 minutes long, if you're short on time, just watch the last minute and go for the navy blue team.)

I love playing sports, especially SOCCER! I don't enjoy watching sports as much as most guys do, but I really got into watching the 2010 World Cup held in South Africa. I of course cheered for the US and Spain (where I served my mission). The US did better than ever, but was eliminated quickly. Spain, however, was looking pretty good from the start. They made it to the World Cup Finals for the first time in their history, fighting for the goal against the Netherlands. I so badly wanted to watch the game, however it was scheduled for the same time we go to church. A conflict arose. The obvious choice was to go to church. BUT, at this time our newborn baby Gavin was only about a month old and we still weren't comfortable with taking him out in public, especially church. So it just happened to be my turn to stay home with him on this particular Sunday. So I guiltily watched the game at home, taking care of my baby. It was a close game and went into overtime, but Spain finally got their goal in with just a few minutes left. I had to really contain my yelling to not startle the baby! So here's a picture of that historic event.

Today my lovely wife planned a surprise trip to the Rio Tinto stadium to watch last years MLS champions Real Salt Lake play. I've also wanted to take a girl on a date to a soccer game, I finally get it, and she's my wife. Blog to come shortly.

Well, I hope you've enjoyed my version of a blog. Maybe there'll be more to come.

Bleeding Blue!

Todd and I got to go to the first BYU football game against Washington State, thanks to my awesome parents. I looooooooooovvvvveee the football games! When I was really young I remember sitting on the south endzone on the highest row up and looking down at the football players that seemed to be the size of ants. I didn't appreciate or should I say respect the game, ha ha. I love the wave, the "B" "Y" "U" "COUGARS" chant, and all the other little things that make the game. I love the smell of fatting foods lingering, the cotton candy, the empty water bottles that you fill up in the restroom because the drinking fountain line is so long...love it ALL! We also went with my brother Seth who is a major fan, of course he's a WATSON it's what we do! I even painted my fingernails to get into the game fun even more!

 

GO COUGARS!!! Victory 23 to 17!

Gavin's Blessing

What a great day. Gavin was a happy boy throughout the blessing. I think he'll go down in Mormon history for having the most people in the circle. With just brothers, bros-in-law, Todd, grandpas and the greats we had a grand total of 16! I know that was a lot but I thought this will be the only time that we'll have everyone in both our families in the circle. I loved looking up at the circle and seeing all those worthy priesthood holders and thinking of the great influence they'll have on Gavin. We're blessed!

Gavin also got to share his special day with Jonny who gave his goodbye mission "talk" before leaving on his mission to Bolivia. It all worked out great! My only regret is that I forgot to get a picture with Gavin and Jonny together.

The outfit...? Well Kim had this premie outfit that she thought she would one day use for her girls, but never did, so she gave it to me. And yes, it still fit him. Thank you Kim! I was grateful because I had searched the town looking for a decent priced outfit that wasn't a tuxedo and couldn't find one. My superhero Grandma Marilyn saved the day and added the cute ribbon and buttons to make it masculine! Thank you Grandma!

Todd gave a perfect blessing and told him to remember who he was named after. Gavin's middle name is Ryan named after our dear friend Ryan Alder who passed away in a car accident just over a year ago. We hope he'll follow in Ryan's footsteps and those great examples around him as well.

After the church meetings my family and Todd's all went to Todd's parents house to enjoy a wonderful dinner. Thank you everybody for your help!!

Cali Trip

California was a blast! We first took the long car ride down to Bass Lake, just north of Fresno. Todd and I both did some wake boarding and tubing. I got to ski, yes on two skis, where I feel most comfortable. After a few days of basking in the sun we ventured down to Laguna Niguel and enjoyed the beach. We also went to Disneyland, my personal favorite! The trip also included shopping, yard selling, swimming, and visiting relatives. I can easily say California is one of my favorite places to vacation at!

Yes he can ride a wave backwards and frontwards! He's got talent!

The boat ride was a little windy so Gavin just closed his eyes and was lulled to sleep.

Todd getting Gavin to laugh, something he's good at. It was a little cold at Disneyland, no complaints here!

More of Our Gavin

Our Baby Boy

I can't believe he's here! He arrived 4 days early and I'm not complaining about that!!

Gavin Ryan Claybaugh

6 lbs 15 oz

19 in

We are blessed to have him! We are all healthy and happy.

Todd's Graduation

Todd graduated from Utah Valley University with a degree in Spanish Education. Todd has been diligent in his education and it has finally paid off! We recently found out that Todd got a job in the Nebo school district and will be teaching at Diamond Fork Junior high in Spanish Fork. Todd is very excited to be teaching, even at a middle school!

My brother just older than me graduated from UVU as well.

Thank you to both our families from their amazing support in all we do!

Pregnancy and New Babies

Here are two of my beautiful sister-in-laws, obviously prego. Shelbie (the blond) was 40 weeks when we took this picture and she delivered the next day. I really had to convince both ladies to let me take this pic-don't know why really, they both look amazing and have their whole pregnancy! Anyway then there is Cami who was about 34 weeks. I was about 24 weeks. I had to have at least one photo of the three of us being pregnant together. It has been so fun to talk about pregnancy stuff every time we get together. I love hearing their wisdom and experiences and I'm sure our "talks" will continue when all of us have our babies!! They have both had their

super cute babies, their photos follow.

This is baby Lex, Shelbie and Tim's 2nd son. He is a doll and has grown so much since this sweet newborn picture. He was born mid February. I was a little surprised with the name that Shelbie and Tim picked since it is one of my own nicknames. Whenever I hear someone say "Lex", I think "oh that's me" until of course I listen to the next few words and hear nursing, diaper, chubby or rolls (which I hope neither is used to describe me-EVER) cry, poopie, and bum. Oh well I guess I'll just have to get use to it!

This is Cami and Brandon's little one who was born about 1 1/2 weeks ago. Little Camryn Ivy was their fourth and was a surprise to the family with three big brothers proceeding her. I'm not sure what the deal is with using my family names for the babies in this family. I really do love the name Camryn/Kameron, love it for a girls name and love it for a boys name.

Both of these babies are beautiful and I'm so excited for their arrival! It is one of the best feelings in the world to hold these sweet new born babes. Holding them makes me and Todd even more excited for our own little boy!

This is my brother Robert and his wife Tina's precious little boy Riley Evan. He was born the first of March. Riley has one older brother, Kale. My sister-in-law Rachel and Seth are due about a month after me with a little girl. I think our little boy is so lucky to have cousins who are close to him in age! I love all these babies!

Yeah this is a pretty cheesy pic, but I thought I should post another prego pic since the last one was when I was about 20 weeks, man what a few weeks can bring! I really have loved being pregnant and feel pretty fortunate with being healthy and all. I'm 31 weeks in this pic.

New News

We're having a little baby BOY!!!!

This is the famous

"it's a boy" picture:) It was such a relief to get the ultrasound and hear the words "you've got a healthy little boy". I feel pretty good being at the half mark. This will be lucky baby #13 on the Watson side and #10 on the Claybaugh side!

Todd and I can't wait for May 20th!!!!

Kate & Jaislyn's Silly Singing Time

Kate and Jais sang a song from Polar Express and Kate just got way silly and we all loved it, enjoy!!