Lydia's Birthday

It was our sweet Lydia's birthday on the 23. She turned 6 years old. The time has gone so fast for Adam and I. I remember so vividly the night she was born, that it doesn't seem like it could possibly be six years ago. WOW!

Anyway, we love our little Bug so much. She is the happiest person that we have ever met. I rely on her good mood so much. In fact, when she is grumpy (which is hardly ever), it throws me way off and I have to make conscious choices to be happy. Sometimes I fail and cave to the temptations to be grumpy. I rely on her more than I should. We are so grateful for her beautiful spirit and the overwhelming amount of love that she carries within her.

We are so blessed to be your parents, Lydia. You make us happier than we would have ever thought possible. Happy Birthday Bug!





We had a birthday party for Lydia with our friends and neighbors the Saturday before her birthday. (Those are the pictures above). Then on her actual birthday we had just family activities and gifts. (Those are the pictures below). Lydia wanted to have blueberry pancakes and scrambled eggs for her birthday dinner. So since we had a huge Dairy Queen ice cream cake for her party, we put her candles on her pancakes. She thought that it was great!





We love you so much Bug!

At the Park

My friend Kammie and I take our kids to the park 2-5 times a week. It gives us all something to do in the afternoons, and the kids, (for the most part:-)) play well together. I took some cute pictures of them playing.

Sunday Flights

AJ fell completely in love with his Grandpa Mark when he came to visit us. He loved to wear Grandpa's red hat. Thankfully Grandpa had two so that he could share with AJ. Grandpa Mark builds the BEST paper airplanes. AJ, (and the girls too), loved to fly them, catch, and then send them back. Here are some pictures of the two of them playing together on Sunday evening.

Faith

Last night I was giving the kids a bath in preparation for today (Sunday). Gabby was already in the tub and was waiting for Lydia to get her bath toys and join her. I was "attentively" sitting in the bathroom reading, not paying attention to every detail of the bath adventure. As Lydia came in and got ready to get in the tub, I heard her say "Faith, faith, believe, believe" as if she were trying to syke herself up. Then she got in the water and quickly yelled to me, "Mom, I have sooo much faith, but I didn't walk on the water!!!" She was very upset that she was unsuccessful in her attempt to walk on the bath water. We had a great discussion about faith and how to increase it.
I am so thankful for sweet angle children that already trust the Lord and are applying his teachings in their lives, even if they're unsuccessful. Have a wonderful Sabbath everyone!

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Blessing Day

We blessed Tate this last Sunday! It was such a wonderful occasion for our family. Adam's parents and 2 of his brothers were able to be here and that made it even better. Here are some pictures of our special day.

We took some cute pictures of Adam with Tate; and then of Adam and Tate with Adam's brothers and Dad, (all those that stood in the circle of the blessing), but they accidentally got deleted from my camera before I could download them. These pictures are from Adam's brother's iPhone. The other ones turned our sooo cute, and I am so sad that they are gone, but thank goodness for these ones at least.

Christmas Parade

These are a little late, but we had a small local parade in our town for Christmas. My mom was in town and went with us. We loved having her here. These are some pictures that we took. Hope everyone had a great Christmas.

Snow Storm

Here are pictures of the snow storm we had today. I know, we live in El Paso right? We couldn't believe it. We, (especially the kids) were so excited about the snow. We made several phone calls to family and friends to tell them that is was snowing for us. We have missed the holiday weather, and so this was so much fun.

AJ liked the whole idea and look of the snow, but when he picked it up to play he did not like how cold it was. However, being only 20 months, he kept shaking his hands and yelling, "hot, hot, hot". We're a little confused I guess, but we'll get it eventually. :)