Favorite Things

There is a place out here that brings back so many wonderful memories of growing up. One of my favorite memories is of my family boating. We used to own a boat and we'd go on trips with our ward is Issy or sometimes just for FHE. My favorite time of day was at sunset though. The water was warmer than outside and it was almost like a jacuzzi. We'd listen to great music, eat some KFC and enjoy each others company. I hope to establish something that special with my own family someday.

I am really enjoying finding new music for the summer. Right now and I have just a few songs on repeat because it juts moves me!

"Lucky" by jason mraz and colbie caillat

"Need" by hana pestle

"Broken Strings" jame morrison and nelly furtado

"Wanted' Jessie James

"Battlefield" Jordin Sparks

"Jai Ho! (You Are My Destiny)" from Slumdog Millionaire (feat. Nicole Scherzinger from Pussycat Dolls)

Those are just a few I cant seem to get off repeat. LOL

Things are looking brighter. Everyday is a struggle. I am finding that the Lord is blessing me with special people in my life. I am truly grateful for them and for the love and fulfillment I feel. Lets just hope and pray that it gets better and better and better.

PS- I am sorry I havent posted any pictures recently, I am on a photography low. I need to get my butt out there and just shoot!

Cha-Cha-Cha- Changes

I am trying some new stuff out with the blog but it may take a few times to get it all the way I want. FYI

A Miracle, My Angel

Her name is Christine.

A few days ago I was bored and took the kids to the playground at the mall (same day I posted about my struggles). There was an active little kid that reminded me of Luke. By the end of the playtime, I had exchanged numbers with a very friendly kind woman who had just moved here from Vegas. We had a play date for our kids for Friday.

Friday rolls around and we meet at McDonalds play place (where else to go on a cloudy day). I found out she's also Mormon! So I spill my guts about how I've been struggling (which is probably not a good idea with a new friend, but for some reason I felt like we'd been friends for a long time). She totally related to me and also been through a lot in the church. And it hit me hard the word she was saying. The things she was telling me sunk in so deep. She reminded me of myself in high school, strong, grounded, happy, spiritual and faithful. Something she told me that I dont think I will ever forget is that we all go through crappy stuff, but we dont know why until later. And its later that we realize that we've been a servant for the Lord the whole time. (Okay, so maybe I didnt say it exactly like she did, but darn close).

After being with her, I felt like I was a new person. I had hope and light in my life. As if I was on the right track again. It scares me to think about if I hadnt met her. Where would I have gone, what road would I have chosen? Would I have completely left the church?

The Lord sent her to me, to be my personal living angel. I will be eternally grateful to Him and to her.

Some Thoughts

Today has been a great day, but there have been a lot of thoughts on my mind that I havent shared with a lot of people. Within this last week we have had some hard news from family. I dont want to go into details for privacy reasons, but I have a hard time understanding why there is so much bad around us. Everyone is struggling and suffering, not just with the economy, but life in general. When did life start getting so tough? I am watching everyone around me suffer and struggle and my mind just doesnt know how to handle it or even process whats going on or why. I feel as though within my own life, I am barely holding on, but to watch people who I love and admire struggle is something entirely different. Everything I thought I knew, I am starting to question and wonder if its even real. When did life get so complicated?

This got me thinking as I sat in a dark movie theater watching the movie "Up!" there were so many cute things, but my mind couldnt let go of reality. There were so many things that I kept saying "oh that would never happen in real life." When did I loose my imagination?

I am not exactly sure why I am writing this, but its been hard week and I am just praying for some miracles in my life. I'll take anything.

One Year Ago...

One year ago my little buddy Luke Taylor was born. It all started at 3 am. He is such a funny little guy. Hes a sweety, a cutie and my little man. I am so lucky to have him. His brown eyes and big smile warm my heart every single day.

Sunday Walk

We took the dogs for a walk today. My in-laws and the kids. It was a 3 mile walk and a great day to do it too. It was about 70 with a nice breeze. Kylee and the dogs were so tired after it. I tried getting some pictures of Kylee, but she wouldnt stand still or cooperate for me.

Skate Night

Our friend had a birthday tonight at a skating rink. Of course it was a themed thing, so I got help from my sister in law. WE HAD A BLAST!!!! I forgot how much fun skating can be and how HARD it is! I am so sore, and we just got back! LOL

Anyway, Kylee was so good. She was a little hesitant at first but got better as the night went on. We will for sure be back soon!

Luke's Bday Party

So this afternoon we had Luke's 1 year old birthday party. It was so fun! We had some good friends come over and had family there. We enjoyed some pizza and cake and veggie/fruit. When Luke got his piece of cake, he grabbed the entire thing and picked it up! It was so funny. He totallydestroyed the cake. Thanks to all our friends and family who came. We had so much fun and hope you did too!

Fun In The Sun

As I said before, its been so nice out here! Its been a little too warm for my liking, especially since NO ONE up here has air conditioning (morons!). Saturday we spent the day is Seattle with Rachel and Becca. It was a blast! Today we took a walk and went to the park. Yesterday we did the same but in Fairhaven. That was  a nice little treat and my mom got to see all around old Bellingham.

Every time we step out of the car, Kylee asks if she could push Luke in his stroller. She's actually pretty good at it!

Luke was so tired from walking around Fairhaven. He was pooped out!

This was from the Duck Ride in Seattle on Saturday. Our driver may have been BORING, but he was nice enough to let some people come up and steer the boat/car.

Seattle Center. Kylee rode all sorts of rides, including one that I had to ask to stop because Kylee was "feeling sick." She was so scared on the pirate boat ride that goes up and down. Poor girl!

This was our memorial day. Steve (Joy's boyfriend) is holding Luke up on the pile. We had a great BBQ at our friends house. It was a great relaxing day.

pictures

Since the weather has been so nice, we have been enjoying it by playing at parks, going on walks and we even went to a parade! Here are some pictures from our adventures.

Kylee LOVES popcorn!

At the Ski To Sea parade. Rhett was even in it with his Border Patrol car!

I love this picture. We went to the park with our friend and here is a great picture of the up-beat Avery and the grouchy Luke. She was playing with him and he didnt like it. I wish he'd cheer up a bit! He's been grouchy for a LONG while now.

Kylee and Luke always put these little people in their mouth. Its become tradition every time they take a bath. But below you will see what happens when Kylee takes Luke's toy away from him.

When Kylee isnt annoying Bowby, they cuddle.

This is how Kylee eats corn on the cob. LOL

For mothers day we went to Anthony's and then came home to play "guitar hero world tour". It was the best mother day ever!

Kylee loves horses, so when we saw that they had horse rides at Ski To Sea, we took the opportunity to get her to ride one. She LOVED it!