Blessing Day

So since I was lucky enough to have so much family come see us and Hallie we thought we would be brave and bless her at two weeks old. Living far away you can only do so much to take advantage of family while they are here and we most certainly have been doing so. My dad and father in law were able to stand in the circle at Hallie's blessing and I will never forget the words that were spoken by my husband that day.
I know we are not supposed to record any blessings except patriarchal but all I can say is how grateful I am to have a husband that holds the priesthood. Todd stood up there this past Sunday and spoke the most beautiful prayer I have ever heard. Granted, I probably don't listen as intently as I should during baby blessings but from this day forward, I will definitely start paying better attention. Todd gave Hallie her name and promised her a number of things that make me cry just thinking about.
Moral of this story is; and I'm sorry I'm not sharing more, I am so grateful to be a member of the church. I can't count the number of times it has blessed my life in ways that nothing else could. I'm so grateful for the power of the priesthood. That we as human beings can take a small little two week old infant into our arms and give her a name and blessing through the power of our Father in Heaven. I'm so grateful for the blessings of an eternal family. Ty and this new, precious baby girl are the apples of my eyes and without them, I would truly be nothing. I'm so grateful for a husband who is a worthy priesthood holder. I may not show it as much as I should but I love him so, so much. And last but not least, I am grateful for all the members of the church that bless my life every day. The overwhelming amount of love and support that we have been shown since Hallie joined our family is truly overwhelming and I only hope to be able to show a fraction of the amount of love and kindness to others as we have been shown. I know I don't post often and when I do, as I was reading back, it sounds a little 'preachy' but I'm am unaware of any other way to express myself. So to those who read, thanks for all the love you show us.

Baby Hallie

Hallie J was born Friday, March 26th at 11:40am via c-section. She weighed 7 lbs. 3 oz. and was 20 inches long. Words cannot express how happy we are that she is here. After nine months of complaining from me, I couldn't be more satisfied with the result. : ) She is a great baby. She not only looks just EXACTLY like Ty but seems to have the same little personality he did; content and happy. Ty is adjusting so well. The smiles on his face have not left. Every morning he used to come snuggle with Todd and I in bed, now he just looks for 'baby sister.' He loves her and the bond between them brings me to tears every day. The miracle of life never ceases to amaze me and I am so grateful for a beautiful, healthy little baby girl. Thanks to all for the kind words, gifts and love and support. We are so blessed to have such great family and friends.

(And I'm not sure how you're supposed to decide on which of the 2 million pictures of your newborn you're supposed to post, but here's a few.)









- Marci, I have every intention of completing your tag but have been trying to think of things to complete it. My mind just isn't the same on pain pills but I promise, I'll get er done. : ) Love ya.

Lucky

Just when you think you can't do it anymore...your dad (who lives ten hours away) comes to the rescue. We moved into a home we are renting and between my husband's broken foot, my big belly and the plain old stresses of moving, I was feeling a little overwhelmed. Last week I wasn't feeling the best and on Friday afternoon, my doorbell rang. Much to my surprise it was my dad and Katee. I don't know how they did it but I hope and pray and I can have the parental instincts that mine have. I am so grateful for the short time they were able to spend. My dad didn't stop working for a minute other than play times with Ty. My house now feels like a home with a little new paint. Thanks Todd and dad for the hard work and love you always seem to show me. I'm so grateful for the blessing of friends and family.




We weren't able to snap many pictures but as grandparents do best, Ty was spoiled with some fun new presents for him and the baby sister. (Sorry to those who are waiting for baby pictures...she'll be here next Friday if not sooner)


And you can always count on Todd for a good time. Yes, this is a motorized cooler. Please, don't ask. :)

Christmas, Wedding and Such

And here it is, three months-ish since my last post. I love reading other people's blogs and trying to keep up that I just forget about my own but here's a few pics from our Christmas time. Aly got married and made the most beautiful bride. We had a great and fantabulous Christmas in Utah and we have been trying to catch up with the new year ever since it came. Hope everyone is doing good! We love ya.