Memorial Day

Traditionally, we drove up to my great grandparent's (Orvil Charlie and Edris Rae) graves on the hill at the albion cemetary. Such a beautiful wide, open space. They lived here most of their lives. Only a few of us made it up to the graves this year. Mimi, papa, mom, Jenna and her kids, me, Jayli and Kamryn.

Beautiful place to live

We live in the most beautiful area. East bench of cache valley. The other day it had just finished raining and I took Jayli and Nelli for a little stroll down the street. The Dier's wode weeds were in bright yellow blossoms. The sun was setting perfectly. Everything looked lush and bright. Perfect temperature. Only wish Jake had been home to share it with us. He works even after work most days. Such a sweet husband and father.

 

Perfect sunset from our driveway

Mother's Day Weekend

I had a fabulous first Mother's Day! I got to spend the whole weekend with my 2 favorite people. Jake, Jayli and I ran in the Health Days 5K early Saturday morning. It was such a beautiful run up Smithfield canyon! Our time was 28.12. Jayli was cozy in her fleece jammies, bini and hoodie. She loved the recovery snacks after the race! We showered at home and got ready for the parade. We had a great time at the parade with our lunch and Jayli slept through the whole thing. Jake went fishing for a few hours that afternoon then we had a fun neighborhood BBQ Saturday night! We put Jayli to bed and watched the fireworks from our driveway. We've got the best spot to view the fireworks.

 

 

 

 

 

Jayli took a great nap on mother's day so I could nap too. Thank you sweetheart!

Mother's Day was wonderful. Jake kept Jayli so I could listen in Relief Society. I got a nap. Yummy grilled chicken for dinner. I got some petunias to plant in my flower beds and.... Jake took my rings to get cleaning and had them re-dipped in white gold. They look brand new! They just sparkle. Thank you honey!

Springn' into 8 months

Where do I start with this girl? She basically does everything! Except walk, which is in the near future. She stands up to something then lets go. She can keep her balance for 10 seconds or so. She loves to explore the house. Loves books. Loves her daddy. She will coax him into a game of cat and mouse all day. She laughs so much lately. She pretends to be bashful around other people. I love when she grins and buries her face in my shoulder. She is doing much better with sleeping. (putting herself to sleep) Jayli eats like it's nobody's business. She could eat three jars of baby food after a bottle if we let her. If we're eating, you better not let her see cause she wants in on it! Loves drinking from a cup! Loves her tooth brush. Hates getting her diaper changed lately! Smiles with her teeth. Ha as you can see in every picture. Talks all day. Every sentence is about her daddy. Yep first word is definitely "dada." This silly little princess has got us wrapped around her little, tiniest finger for sure!

I love the drool bead on her chin!

 

I couldn't find her... until I looked behind the couch. BUSTED!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oh yes... she stands without holding on