adventuring

 For Christmas Vance gifted me some climbing shoes and for my birthday, I got rope. This past Saturday, he took me up to Mt. Lemmon to test them out! When we moved to Marana, we had no idea we'd be living around the corner from my cousin Ben. Thanks to him and his wife, we had sitters!
It was a total BLAST! Thanks baby cakes!

He's pretty amazing.

26 and 3

 This is what 26 looks like... Blah. I feel so old especially when i feed the missionaries.

But Gemma turned 3 on the 6th!! She was so excited and high energy the entire day about it.

 G stole her brothers T-Rex because her cute poodle wasn't cool enough.

 Danced with the servers at Texas RoadHouse. It was HILARIOUS!

She got a BIG Texas sized "YEEHAA!" thanks to our super awsome waiter. She sat on the saddle and everything.

Im so proud of you Gemma! I love you infinity times!

merry christmas and happy new year!

So much has been going on this past month that I have had no time for much of anything. In fact its about to get a bit more crazy because we are moving today in our new house! I honestly cant wait for this next week to be over.

I know its a bit of a picture overload but like i said, much has happened.

We spent an entire month up in Utah since we we've been a little homeless waiting to close on our house.

Heres what we did:

Saw santa with fireworks and snow!

Did a lot of playing in the snow.

Caught a lizard right before naptime so he would't fall on our faces.

Gave some love'n to Cup and Skittles.

Did lots of eating.

and reading

and of course my favorite, sleeping.

more playing!

Yes, she's pantless. She refused to wear pants.

Helped G'ma stoke fires.

Um well, all I can say is, He's a pig.

Got a little muddy which once he realized he was dirty, he was pretty sad about it.

Did some crying

And some love'n

Headed further North and did LOTS of shopping.

More eating!

Finally Christmas! Every 3 years my family, aunts, uncles, cousins, all get together and have a BIG but simple Christmas. This year we held it at a warehouse. Lots of fun but really dirty.

Vance arrived to spend the rest of the holiday with us and take us bake home to Tucson. It was a fun surprise too since he arrived earlier than he had said.

THE END

(phew)

A message from Santa

Gemma received a message from the BIG guy himself this afternoon! She lit up like a christmas tree. (Ok so maybe that was me), but she loved it!

http://www.portablenorthpole.tv/watch/gJozjSb0dr83Z83gLgYFnXw?utm_campaign=share-video&utm_medium=share&utm_source=copy-paste

28

1. You have THE best smile!

2. Your laugh is infectious

3. You love me unconditionally

4. You are always prepared

5. You are careing

6. I love the way you walk!

7. You are the kids BIGGEST FAN

8. You have an answer for everything

9. Quick to help those in need

10. You've got gorgeous eyes!

11. You are always striving to be better

12. For the example you set

13. The way your sisters ADORE you

14. How your brothers want to grow up to be just like you

15. You are the HERO in our childrens eyes

16. You are my protector

17. You are my lover

18. You are my best friend

19. Your kissing is melting

20. Your patience is NEVER ending

21. The confidence in your faith amazes me

22. You are smart!

23. You are tender

24. You are dedicated to the things you want most

25. You put your family first

26. You are passionate in your beliefs

27. Quick to make friends

28. Your hands are super SEXY!

29. Full of surprises

30. You can ROCK a beard like no other!

31. Quit the handsome fellow

32. Your teeth are AMAZINGLY perfect

33. Some how you always smell good

34. You're a leader NOT a follower

35. You are confident in ALL you do and are

36. I love your sense of adventure

37. Your B.U.T.T. can rock any jean!

38. Your humor is a crack up

39. I love how tall you are

40. You still give me the warm fuzzies

41. You think I'm "Smoke'n"

42. The respect you have for your parents

43. You served a mission

44. You still LOVE taking me out

45. You know what is important

46. You're an optimist

47. You succeed in ALL you do

48. You're a loving father

49. You're such a handy-man

50. You're a pretty amazing mechanic

51. You want me to be happy

52. You seem to know exactly what to say

I LOVE YOU!

It's strange to think that I've only known you for 6 years and have been married just over 5 years out of the 28 years of your life. It feels like I've known you forever.

Happy 28 years of life to you, Babe! I love you and I'm proud to call you mine!

i've got style (IGS)

week 3!

i didn't feel like dressing up with layers or accessories so i kept it simple. i LOVE simple!

so simple in fact that i didn't even do my hair when i got out of the shower. i used to hate my curly/wavy hair when i was younger. i've realized now that it is actually very low maintenance.

so all you curlied hair gals, embrace those lovely locks!!

sweater ~ Old Navy

jeans ~ AE

boots ~ Payless

that's it! i rolled my jeans up to create the illusion that i had stockings on with the 2 tone colores. 

anywho, accessorize what you will with this outfit! scarves, necklaces, bracelets, rings. it really is limitless. 

SoCute Design presents...

these lovelies are infant size 0-3 months to be precise!

they are very simple and delicate. perfect for any baby girl!

the holidays or just around the corner! come and check out socutedesign.etsy.com!