A life full of faith, hope, love, and laughter.
Everyone (no matter how tall or old) and everything is a baby in Isabel’s mind.
In the above photo are Isabel’s two babies Darla and Daisy;
although Daisy doesn’t seem at all happy to be a baby.
…forget the babies; it’s time for peek-a-boo!
She loves that game.
Its officially summer!
What are your plans?
Our plans are for staying at home and working on our yard. We want to get some dirt moved, our paver’s put in for the patio, and get our fence up. Also to go see some area attractions, so be on the lookout for photos and stories this summer.
To kick off the summer season, Isabel headed out and blew some bubbles.
The bubble blowing didn’t last long though as Daddy got the hose out to water some dry spots in the grass and plants around the yard.
“Help” she says.
Pretty flower (supposed to be a distraction from the water).
Well that didn’t work, she got to help alright…
She did very well watering the plants but got a lot of the water on her self.
“Water the plant, Isabel…”
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to Bryson!
Happy Birthday to you!
Bryson, we are so proud of you and the man you have become!
Remember God is always with you even at times when it seems like he’s not;
all you need to do is listen. It was so good to see you last month. We love you…
Brenden and Bryson (July 2002)
We have had cloudy, cold, and rainy days since we got home from vacation on the 30th of May.
However, yesterday was a beautiful day – it got up to 67 degrees!
The morning started out cloudy and cool but by late afternoon it was blue skies and warm. On days like this I clear the calender and head outdoors with Isabel.
Anymore whenever I get the camera out (which is not as often) the first thing Isabel asks…”Momma see. Momma see.” I then say, “Momma hasn’t taken a picture yet. Can I take your picture?” and then her reply is always the same “No.” Which is her reply for everything you ask her.
Nana (Gino’s mother) gave Isabel this huge stuffed dog that can be used as a pillow or a blanket. She decided that Daisy could use it to keep warm, since she’s always cold.
Since we got back from our vacation, Isabel hasn’t wanted anyone to read to her.
She still reads books to herself, or to anyone that will listen, and to Daisy.
“Uise”, Isabel’s word for juice, is lip smacking good on a warm day.
Cruising the neighborhood.
Well, our vacation is coming to a close. We spent Memorial Day with Gino’s family, Gino made BBQ baby back ribs, Gino’s mom made her great tasting 7-layer salad, and we had loaded potato salad. Yummo!
Cousin Shelby and Isabel share a lounge chair.
Aunt Crystal (Gino’s sister) and cousin Abby with Nana’s dog Sal.
Before we left, Gino and I celebrated our anniversary and my parents watched Isabel for us, while we went out and celebrated the day together.
Gma and Isabel coloring.
Coloring with Gma is fun!
By the time we got pack to my parents house, Isabel was worn out from all the adventures she shared with Gma and Gmpa while we were out celebrating.
Taking a power nap in Gmpa’s recliner.
We left Utah on Thursday and arrived home on Friday evening.
These are the last photos from this day. Enjoy!
Gma plays a game of croquette with the kids.
Jerry helping Bryndee and Bryson lining up his next shot.
Everyone got stuck around the peg.
My brother Jerry and his family.
Brenden, Angie, Bryndee, Jerry and Brienna.
My brother Daniel and his family.
Bryson, Marci, Daniel and Kaylie.
My family.
Gino later pointed out to me that all my nieces and nephews are all taller then me except for Bryndee – she will be too though! :o)
These are just photos of the kids.
The girls: Brienna, Kaylie, Bryndee, and Isabel.
The boys: Brenden and Bryson.
All the cousins: Bryndee, Brienna, Brenden, Kaylie, and Bryson
(minus Isabel who was taking a much needed nap at the time!).
Kaylie and Gma.
Brienna and Gma.
Bryndee and Gma.
On Sunday the 25th we had a big family dinner over at my parents house for Memorial Day. My mother made pulled pork BBQ sandwiches and everyone else brought something to share with the crowd. We spent the day visiting, blowing bubbles, playing cards, eating, playing croquette, and even went up to the pool again to do some more swimming with Isabel. I’m going to break this post up into 2 or 3 posting because there are so many great photos. Enjoy!
Isabel, Bryndee, and Brienna.
Lots of bubbles flying this day.
Bryndee sharing her bubble wand with Isabel.
Kaylie can really make lots of bubbles.
Brenden, Bryson, Kaylie, and Brienna filling the air with tons of bubbles!
Bryndee blowing by herself.
Daniel even blew some too – but he decided he didn’t like bubbles because they are to sticky!
Everyone trying to blow bigger bubbles.
Get bubbles out and everyone’s a kid at heart!
Marci blowing some really big ones!