My buddy is growing too fast!!

I did this layout for this week's 4play challenge at DHD. I've been loving these bright colors (Aubrei has me converted:). Brodyn is always making silly faces for the camera - it doesn't matter to me cuz I can still see his expressive, happy eyes. He's grown so fast lately, that I can't keep up with him.

He started in with a fever again last night, so apparently we didn't get rid of the pneumonia like we thought. When he's sick he needs his Momma constantly, which I am totally fine with. He's much more important than laundry anyway! But my backache this morning was another reminder that he's almost getting too big to hold and pack around.

We had a wonderful Sabbath day yesterday. It was the most touching and spiritual fast and testimony meeting I've attended in a long time. I'm thankful that the little Duncan boy had the courage to share his testimony of Christ and how the spirit touched him as we sang I Believe in Christ. What a beautiful gift he gave to the rest of us by setting the tone for the meeting and being such a glowing example to us all.

I was nervous about my lesson with the Young Women because I felt so much responsibility because of the importance of the lesson. But I was able to keep that sweet, calming spirit with me as I shared things most close to my heart. I pray that the spirit spoke to those sweet young women as well and that they internalized how sacred and special it is to be a woman. When I think of the potential they have I am truly in awe that Heavenly Father has allowed me to serve with them and be a part of their journey for awhile.

special deliveries

I made this page with Audrey Neal's new kit "Jar of Hearts" at DHD. The pictures were taken last year when the kids opened their valentine package from Grandma and Grandpa. Today we received more of the love that Grandma is so good at sending. I'm glad I preserved this memory of how important these moments are to them and how much they are loved. My parents are really great grandparents and I'm so thankful for that. They are constantly making my kids feel special and very loved. We are very blessed!

sickness = scrap time

I thought I would share some of what I accomplished the last few weeks while I was so sick. I feel good that I got something accomplished since sitting around is all I could make myself do - I was so miserable.

I love this page about Ry and Brodyn. They have such an awesome relationship.

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I did this page for a challenge at DHD - (He's SO LITTLE!)

I got so many great pics while we were at Mom & Dad's for Christmas. I'm slowly but surely tackling them . . . The kids were on the 4wheelers every day.

our ballerina

I thought I'd share some layouts I did showcasing some pics I took of Brei with her pointe shoes. This is way new to us, but its exciting and she is working really hard.

I'm hoping we coming out of all this sickness. I was finally able to sleep last night, so that has definitely helped my outlook :)

Happy New Year!

We've had a quiet weekend because Ryan is working tons and I've not been feeling well. So I've been celebrating by working on scrapbook pages, pictures, and preserving my memories of this past year. It went by so fast, but we've been very blessed and I don't want to lose these stories.

I love these pages about Brodyn spending time with Kensey's sheep while we were at Mom and Dad's for Christmas. He absolutely loved it -

Here's to 2012! Let's make it a good one!!

Happy Anniversary Sweetheart!!

Today started out so great because of my sweetheart. He sent me on a scavenger hunt (guided by the kids) and at the end I was given my wedding ring by Brodyn. (I had to have it cut off when I was pregnant with Brodyn and its been in a safe ever since). I was so surprised and very, very touched. I love you dear, Happy Anniversary!! We've been very blessed during the past 17 years!!

Moment I Cherish . . .

Things have been so crazy lately that I haven't had any time to work on any creative projects and it's really been bugging me. Last night I finally was able to spend a little time sewing and I even finished a layout! I mostly used Robyn Meiretto's new kit "Cool Kid". The journaling is something I've been thinking about a lot lately as I contemplate Brodyn starting preschool soon. They just grow up too fast!

We are finally ready for Christmas and so excited that we get to go to Grandma & Grandpa's house!! Hopefully we can get everyone healthy by then. Can't wait!!