my lady bugs mommy's walking revelation...

lady bug,

today as i walked home from the gym i realized just how blessed i am / we are.

being healthy is such a tremendous blessing and i voluntarily let my health become mediocre as i became lazy and comfortable but looking back now i just hindered my progress and my ability to be a good mommy to you, a positive influence as a yw leader, a person that is attractive and pretty to myself and for daddy, and a reliable visiting teacher, friend, daughter, sister, grand daughter, and employee. i looked at myself in the mirror today as i walked on the treadmill and saw someone i was proud of... someone who is accomplishing a goal and overcoming her fears. that is something/someone i haven't seen in a long time and it felt so good. and i couldn't have gotten this far without the help from our wonderful family and friends who offer their time and come and play with you while mommy get healthy and strong again. we are truly blessed. we may not have lots of money but we are rich in blessings.

<3

your mommy

my lady bugs first christmas family photo sesh...

my lady bug, today aunt amy (amy rex photography) took some AMAZING pictures of our little family at carbon canyon park, you did so well and were such a happy little lady!

<3

your mommy

my lady bugs brekyn play date...

lady bug, 

today we went to play with brekyn and saw aunt shira, sharla and ggma. aunt amy came to play too. brekyn is 4 months older than you and loves you so much! you guys played and talked to eachother... it was pretty cute to watch.

<3 

your mommy

my lady bugs finger power...

lady bug,

today you helped mommy yet again. i was feeing anxious as usual :) 

i layed down next to you and you held my finger and as soon as your hand touched mine all my anxiety went away, i remembered what was important- you. all i could thingk about was how much i loved you and how greatful iam for you.

<3 

your mommy 

my lady bugs first thanksgiving...

lady bug,

today was your first thanksgiving! we went to grammy raras and papas house and ate lots of yummy turkey, raras homemade rolls, and played with uncles jack, greg, tyler, & aunts amy & danielle. after dinner we went to the movies and saw tower heist with great aunt sharla, & ggma& ggpa stout. afterwards we ate some pumpkin pie, which is mommys favorite and then we went to try and get some deals at black friday with aunt TT but we struck out. you stayed home with grammy and i missed you!

always remember to be greatful for your blessings and to thank your Father in Heaven for all that you have been given.

<3 

your mommy

my lady bugs smile...

lady bug,

today mommy had a tough day. i was sad and pretty discouraged. i felt a little hopeless. but then i turned to you and you looked at me with those big pretty eyes and smiled a big smile and grabbed my finger and at that moment nothing else mattered. everything i had been worried about went away. you have the power to take away all my sorrows. you are mommys best friend and i know that no matter what you will love me. i am so grateful for you and love you more than you know. thank you for loving me.

<3 

your mommy

my lady bugs first laugh...

lady bug,

today mommy was kissing your tummy and you laughed for the first time! it was so exciting... it was the most amazing sound i have ever heard. i immediately began to cry, i was so happy, but i was sad daddy wasnt there to hear it. luckily you did it again and i was able to get it on video and send it to daddy.

<3 

your mommy

my lady bugs snuggle bug...

my lady bug, 

mommy is very tired. you havent been sleeping very well. i think it is because our room is too cold, but im not sure. last night you slept between me and daddy. 

(dont tell... but i like it better when you sleep in our bed :) )

i love to snuggle with my lady :)

right now you are laying with your dad watching the DUCKS game and talking and eating your little hand. you love watching sports with our daddy and he loves spending time with you.

<3
your mommy

my lady bugs dancing with her dawdy...

lady bug, 

you and your dawdy have so many fun times together here are a few of them that i caught on tape :)

my lady bugs bravery...

my lady bug, 

today you helped mommy be brave. i had to go get my cavities filled at the dentist and you helped me have the courage i needed to make it through something that was very scary for me. whenever i was nervous i  just thought of you. thanks for being there for me :)

<3 

your mommy

my lady bugs a miracle...

lady bug,

right now as i write this you are asleep on my chest. it is THE most amazing feeling in the entire world. your soft, fine , fluffy hairs are tickling my chin and your cute little buns are sitting in my hand. i can see your tiny back going up and down as you breath. you are a miracle. i am holding a miracle in my hands... i am the luckiest person because i get to be your mommy.

its almost 2 pm and you have been asleep for most of the day. sometimes you wake up with little whimpers and other times with smiles and giggles. i think you may be having good and bad dreams, either way mommy will be there for you when you wake up, to hold you if your sad and to smile with you when your happy. i love you so much my Brylee Sue!

<3
your mommy

my lady bug is getting so big...

lady bug,

today i put away your newborn clothes...

they are so sweet and tiny. you are only 3 months old but you have grown so much. 

i love watching you learn and grow but miss the 

little tiny baby brylee i brought home from the hospital. 

when i see photos or watch you grow out of your clothes i realize what people mean when they say,"they grow up so fast." you cant really comprehend that statement until you are a parent and see your own babies grow right before your eyes. the other day i fed you and put you down for a nap and when you woke up i swear you had already grown a little bigger. you are so smart and learn so fast. i can't wait to see the great things you will accomplish.

<3

 your mommy

My lady bugs new cousin sarah

lady bug, 

today your new cousin sarah was born. she lives in st. lewis missouri with your other cousins, her brothers and sisters- jacob, brian, aaron, camille, laura, and linda. you haven't gotten to meet them yet because they live so far away. but maybe soon we will be able to go and visit them!

my lady bugs love notes...

lady bug,

 today i went to rip off the august calendar page but before i did i noticed that daddy left a love note on it :) daddy is always doing things like that to make us smile :0)

<3

 your mommy

my lady bugs first birthday celebration for aunty danielle...

lady bug,

today was aunty d's birthday! she turned 23 :)

we went to dinner at cpk and you kept scratching yourself so mommy gave you a pedicure while we waited for our din din

 

then we all went to the roller rink and skated and had a blast! 

daddy was especially sill that night with all our friends and family...