Thursday, December 15, 2011



I am feeling so blessed and loved!!
It all started a few days ago when for some reason I had an unusual amount of energy, it felt like I was able to manage my time really well.  I guess I felt really balanced.  I even had some well spent quality time with my middle child.  That day we received a Christmas package from my parents.  I called to thank them, and as I was talking to my Dad he said "Are you having a good day"? I said actually I am having a really good day! He then said " I was thinking you might have because  it is what we prayed for this morning".  I am so thankful for loving parents, and their prayer that was answered.
Yesterday I was able to watch my friends darling little girls while she got her hair done.  They filled our house with joy and laughter.  Latter that day we got to play with another friend's sweet little girl! What a fun day that was for me and my kids.  THEN! last night...
Someone or some people, we don't know who!! Secretly left some Christmas gifts at our door.  I want so much to thank them.  I want them to know that they have made our Christmas, and we will do everything we can to pay it forward.
Today was another great day.  I talked to my dear friend who has recently moved back to Utah.  I was able to attend  Kayley's school Christmas party :) I got to talk to my sweet big sister, and then the day ended with a trip to the park as a family. We enjoyed the beautiful weather! Oh and then tonight I found out that my friend's surgery today went VERY well!
I am truly blessed with wonderful people in my life.  I don't know what I have done to deserve such friends and family.


Thursday, November 10, 2011

Okay I just have to brag!  Kayley is amazing with her interpretations with drawings. This is a picture of the game "Angry Birds" after playing it once on Daddy phone... She is 6!!
 Me with my wonderful parents and cute brother.  I wish they didn't live so far away...
 What a fun Grandma! Building a sand castle with the kids.
 Wyatt feeding the birds.  They were taking the chips right out of his hand! 
 Kayley never misses a chance to show off her sweet dance moves :)
Such a cool dude.  I mean look at those cheaks!!

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

My cuties on Halloween! What a fun night.  After trick-er-treating with the kids and passing out candy, Grandma and Grandad Smith arrived along with Grandma and Grandpa Howe and we all had chili and cornbread for dinner.

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Mark's sister Kristin got married Saturday at the Houston Temple.  We are so happy for her!




Arent they adorable!

Thursday, April 14, 2011


Ryan turned one yesterday! I can't believe it has already been a year. What a sweet boy he is. I can't imagine life with out him. He brings us so much joy.

He LOVED his cup cake :)

Monday, March 14, 2011
















We went to the Houston Rodeo, Saturday! It was so much fun. The weather was great, the kids were so sweet the whole time. Even 11 month old Ryan was so good! I just wish it wasn't so crowed. I think next year we will go during the week.









Friday, January 28, 2011


Such a nice day! We had to take advantage :) I just love this time of year when the humidity is low, and there are several days that are just beautiful!!
The kids loved that their hair was standing up:)