memory lane

My little automatic photo slideshow on my computer was flipping through these old pictures and it took me right down memory lane. So I decided to put a few up. Most of these are from Senior year I think, but there are some older ones here too. I sure did love high school. Yeah there were hard times and drama sometimes, but I had a bunch of AWESOME friends who I still love dearly, even the ones I don't stay in regular contact with.

                                       

after my 16th B-day party

Remember hanging out at break in the cafeteria? This was Junior year.

This one was at Nicole's house...although I'm not sure why she wasn't in this picture

We were such cool seniors...

Doesn't it just look like we love being around eachother?  Everyone has such big smiles

Last day of High School, before the Senior picnic.

Senior picnic

The famous picture of all "The Girls" Can you tell I was bawling my eyes out?

(Sorry Amanda, I don't have the copy with you in it)

A day to remember

Me and my Mom's
Not only was this weekend my first Mother's Day, but it was also the day my sweet husband blessed my baby. What a fabulous weekend it was. I do want to say real quick-I'm really sorry to the Mom's for having to work so much on Mother's Day. The lunch after church would have fallen apart without your help. Thanks, and sorry :)

The weekend was a special one. My brother Kyle, Jade and unborn baby girl, and favorite neice Tayler got into town on Thursday. We had lots of fun playing games and watching Tayler sing and dance for us. Beck just loved his cousin. Tayler was so cute. She walked around all day talking about "Baby Beck". Saturday Mom, Dad, and Kaela got into town. We met up with the Taylors and saw Preston perform in "Crazy for You". Man that boy has talent! The show was hilarious and we were all amazed at the talent for a Junior High group.
Beck was rarely put down the whole weekend. He loved getting cuddled by his Grandparents and Aunts/Uncles.

Kyle, Tayler, and Beck

Taylor Family
Enzler Family

Chase and his little buddy

Chase gave a beautiful blessing. The spirit was strong and I was so happy to see my husband blessing Beck with what we and his Father in Heaven hope for his life. Beck was an angel during the blessing. He was sound asleep until 30 seconds before the blessing. For the actual blessing he was wide eyed and quiet.

He had even more impeccable timing when he had a MAJOR blowout seconds after Chase put him back in my arms. I'm talking ALL over his blessing outfit and Mommy's skirt.

Gotta love that :) I rushed out to change him. It was pure luck that moments before church started someone gave us a gift of "onesies" that were just his size. Mimi (My mom) also happened to have an outfit in the car. I guess I'll know to plan better next time! Sadly, we didn't get pictures in his adorable blessing outfit. Rhonda got the stains out for me so I'll take some pictures soon and put them up.

Four generation picture

It was a very special Mother's Day for me. One that I will always remember because we blessed Beck on the same day. This picture is cute-the women were all talking in the living room when all of the sudden the guys came marching in military style. They didn't say a word until they lined up in front of us and sang a song they made up..."We wish you a Happy Mother's Day" It was an adorable surprise!

Thanks to you

Mom,

Thanks to you I love the gospel, I know who I am, I know how to work. Thanks to you "I can do hard things". I look for the best in others, I see the best in every situation. You taught me to look for the magic in life, to BE who I want to be. You taught me to love others, to be a good wife, to be a loving Mom. I love you, thanks for being my Mom.

Love, Leah

stitched with love

Can I brag about my wonderful Mother-in-law, Rhonda, for a minute? Believe me, I'm not just sucking up. There is no need, I'm already the favorite in-law. [Just kiddin Jalene ;-) ] This woman is such a great example to me. What a woman of God! Even though she is a very busy woman, she helped me take on the big project of making Beck's crib bedding. (And when I say "helped me take on" I mean, there's no way I could have done this without her) We had TONS of fun picking out the fabric and pattern, cutting everything out, sewing, and just spending time together. I am seriously going to miss her when they leave in July. Those missionaries in Oklahoma don't know how lucky they are yet!

The quilt and bedding set turned out so so cute. I just love how vibrant and fun the colors are. I hope the colorful animals help Beck to have sweet, adventurous dreams!

This is Beck's first time in the crib with the new set. Honestly, he was mesmerized by the animals, he loved it!

The quilt could not have turned out any cuter! It has lots of super soft fabrics on it which is another bonus.

Check out the back, we had it quilted into lions, elephants, and frogs. adorable huh?!
Thanks again Rhonda. I love you!

Who forgot to tell the weather its almost May?

We all cope with this yucky, snowy weather a little differently...

Penny chose to cuddle up with her brother for a cozy napBeck stayed in his warm sleeper all day longChase tried to "will" the bad weather away by wearing summer clothes

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Yesterday we introduced Beck to a bottle so that I can pump and go somewhere if I need to. Chase insisted on using my boppy pillow to recreate the nursing enviroment as best he could. funny huh?

I coped with the bad weather by eating some really yummy vanilla gelato.

The pic was too yucky to share ;)

This week I also have been busy being crafty with my Mother in Law. Pics of the finished product soon to come!

Isn't this picture so sweet? Kaela stayed with us for a few days while she was "homeless" in provo. We sure love having her around.

8 weeks!

Our little Beckster was 8 weeks old on Monday! He just had his doctor visit today and his stats were great!

weight: 10 lb 13 oz 50%

length: 23.25" 75%

head: 15'' 20%

This boy's a growin! He also got his vaccinations :( I almost opted to get them done later because of the controversy with vaccinations in babies but the doctor convinced me to do them now. I do think it was the right decision. He was so brave! I just HATED hearing him cry though...so sad.

Beck is the joy of our lives. He gives his smiles so freely and loves loves to snuggle with his Momma and Daddy. It is so much fun to watch him grow. I finally put away all his cute newborn sleepers that he outgrew. He is in 3 month clothes and I'm surprised at how well they already fit him!

Smiles for Daddy

About a week ago Chase came to me and solemnly asked,
"Do you think Beck knows I'm his Daddy?"
Chase took these pictures while saying hello after he got home from work.
I take them as proof that he does.
See how his eyes light up when Chase talks to him?
Life is soooo good.

This picture is only a few weeks old but its kind of outdated since Beck doesn't even fit in those Jammies anymore!

On a completely unrelated and kind of sad note, TWO of my favorite spoons got eaten by the disposal today. Now they've got rough, tongue cutting scrapes all over them. :( I'm actually really sad about it! Life is still really good though.