Our Yard!

Well we have been extremely busy trying to get our yard ready for grass. A few weeks ago, we were able to get sod layed, and we absolutely LOVE it! We ordered 17 pallets, and when all the grass got here, we seriously thought we ordered WAY too much, but we used almost all of it. Our good friends, Arlin & Shannon, came up that weekend to help.....and are so thankful to them. If David and I would've had to do it all ourselves, we wouldn't have been able to move for a week. :) We are so thankful for such good friends! We love our yard, and are amazed with how good it's done so far. It makes the world of difference when you have a yard for your kids to play on. 

                                                                  Before...

We had two of these....full of grass.

The kids enjoying the new grass!

Two weeks later...

My Baby is 3!

My Sweet baby girl, Isabelle, turned 3 on June 23rd. I still cannot believe that she is 3. Every year on her birthday is a great time of reflection for me. Its not only the day she is born, but also the day I almost lost my life. So every year on her birthday, I am extremely grateful for another year with my wonderful, beautiful, family. The past three years have not been easy, but I know every day how blessed I am when I look at my beautiful baby. 

Shortly after we met for the first time

                                           
 

Isabelle and I have an extra special connection. After I had her, her grandparents took her home, because I needed to stay in the hospital and  recover. I couldn't handle it. My depression overtook me, and got so bad. I told them to bring her back to me. After I was life lighted to Salt Lake, they brought her down to me, and the hospital allowed her to stay with me. It was amazing what she did for me and my spirits when she was around. I just needed to hold her in my arms, and I felt like everything was going to be ok. I have had nine total surgeries the past three years, so it's been rough....but that special bond with Isabelle and I, is the one thing that has gotten me through it all. If I am ever had a really rough day, I wasn't feeling good, or my spirits were really down, all I had to do is hold her. She has been the one and only thing in my life that has had that effect on me. She has been my greatest source of comfort. I know heavenly father gave us this special connection for a reason. She is definitely my angel sent from heaven, and I a will forever be grateful to my Father in Heaven for giving me a second chance. I love you Isabelle Lois.  Thank you for all you do for me. :)

T-Ball

This was Spencer's first year playing T-Ball, and he absolutely LOVED it. He couldn't get enough of it. We have had him in soccer, but didn't show near as much interest as he did with baseball. It is so fun being a mom, and watching them grow and learn new things. It is amazing seeing the world through their eyes...it makes me learn a lot. I'm sure he is going to be playing baseball for many years to come. I sure do love this little guy.

Shaelyn's Baptism

On June 4th, Shaelyn was Baptised and became a member of the church. We couldn't have been happier! We cannot believe how fast our baby girl is growing up! We really wish time would slow down....a lot! It was a very special day for her! She had both sets of grandparents come up for this special day, as well as her Uncle Jeff, Aunt Emilee, Uncle Mikey, Aunt Laurel, Cousins Kate & Joshua, and our good friend Brandie Spalding, and her two adorable little boys. It really meant a lot to her that all of these people wanted to share such a special day of her life with her. She had been looking forward to this day for over a year, which couldn't have made us more proud. She has such a sweet spirit, and is such a good example for us, as well as to her brother and her sister.  We love you Shaelyn, and are so proud of you and this wonderful decision that you have made.

Shaelyn with Bapa and Winnie

Shaelyn with Papa and Emmy

               

Shaelyn & Baby Gavin

 

Our Family :)