Nothing Better

There is nothing better than being a little girl crawling in bed with your Mom and hearing in your ear "I love you."
There is nothing better than receiving AWESOME packages in the mail at science camp, girls camp and your mission.
There is nothing better than Mom's chocolate cake.
There is nothing better than the understanding and support that comes from your Mom.
There is nothing better than bargain shopping with Mom.
There is nothing better than watching a movie with Mom and her over excitement at the suspenseful moments. "Go, go go go!!"
There is nothing better than hearing your Mom's love of the Savior throughout your life.
There is nothing better than the advice received from a Mom of 6 kids.
There is nothing better than a good cry on the phone with your number 1 supporter, Mom.
There is nothing better than the example of strength, courage, and success from my Mom.
There is nothing better than knowing, feeling and seeing how loved you are.
Thank you Mom.
Happy Birthday!
I love you and wish I were there to celebrate with you!

I won, I won, I WON!!!

Oh my Goodness!! I won my sister's PIF (Pay it Forward, I'll explain at later date)! I am so excited, I am getting the BEST Christmas stuff! Have I mentioned I am a WINNER? Now the hard part...what in the world will I share with my PIF winners?

Visit from Gammie

We had Chad's Mom in town last week. She had not seen Izabelle since she was blessed and the visit was much needed/appreciated. Izabelle has had a bit of "Stranger Anxiety" and would fuss when her Gammie would try and mush on her. Finally, at dinner the last night she was here, Izabelle decided to love on her Gammie! Above is the proof.

Backed up...

Well my sweet Izzy has been well... how shall I put it...backed up. Since feeding her rice cereal she has had BM issues. Well after 9 days she was not a happy camper. The doctor was gentle, and then suggested fruit, like prunes. My thought "There is no way I am going to get her to eat prunes!" Low an behold- she LOVES them, and ate the whole jar! With much clapping and cheering from Mommy and Daddy the dirty diaper was welcomed! (I know, I have NO life. And some day Izabelle will be so mad I shared her well...back up issues)

Barking Back

In our house, we have had a bit of sleep deprivation this past weekend. As you can see, the puppy is not sharing in this issue. So last night (or early this morning) the puppy wanted to go out, and was whining and barking to wake me up. The next thing I hear is...bear yourselves...Chad. No, not snoring, but he too was barking! It was soooo funny. This morning of course as usual with his midnight antics, has no recollection. I however will keep this one for the memory book!

My Sister, Lacey

So, Lacey had a birthday last month and I wanted to pay tribute to her with a post just for her. Well, more than a month later I finally am getting it done. It has been so special for me to ponder her and reminisce about growing up with my sweet sister Lacey. I have remembered things long forgotten. I had forgotten how much we had in common. Starting with cheerleading in elementary school for Popwarner football. Go Buccaneers! Sharing my first locker in high school. Two of my first three jobs I got from Lacey, Le Boulanger and How Sweet It Is. More than anything I remember following her footsteps throughout my life. Without being too generic here are some of the reason I love and admire Lacey;

#1 Lacey was the "Mac n' Cheese Queen"
#2 When playing Mario Brothers she couldn't help but jerk her control when moving Mario
#3 Everything was compared to Laura Ingles Wilder
#4 Lacey has ALWAYS been very tender hearted, feeding the homeless in Mexico
#5 Adventures in the red bug (need I mention Backfires?)
#6 Dancing in the street to Counting Crows
#7 EFY at Standford (my favorite year!)
#8 Church dances
#9 Marie Calendars and corn bread
#10 She lives the gospel every day
#11 I "followed" her to San Diego, which in turn helped me go on a mission
#12 My first time to the temple Lacey was there, I remember looking over at her and she was crying
#13 My sounding board
#14 EVERYONE loves her, and she doesn't even know it!
#15 Her way with words, she's so talented
#16 She serves, serves, serves
#17 Her marriage and family are a living example for me and what I want
#18 Pushing strollers thru the zoo (not just strollers, her whole house practically)
#19 She is beautiful, inside and out
#20 Lacey is so good to me

I love you Lacey and am soooo glad you are my sister. Happy Belated Birthday!(sorry this was so late)

Who Does Izabelle Look Like?

Chad and I have an ongoing debate as to who Izabelle looks like, him or I. Many times we catch ourselves saying, "She got that from you" or, "That is a Barney thing". Well as of late my husband told me Izabelle gets her double chin from ME. Can you believe that? I happened to be rummaging in pictures and found the below baby picture of Chad...you tell me...double or triple chin? :)

This is me at 10 months old.

Chad with his multiple chins...not sure at what age.

So it will be interesting to hear others opinions on our sweet baby and her "genetic traits". Please comment and finally settle the debate!

Just Fun Pictures