4 Months and Counting...

It is hard to believe that Connor turned 4 MONTHS OLD on January 6th!

My sweet little boy is growing up so fast! We went to his 4 month Wellness Checkup this past Tuesday!

His doctor said that he was....

44th Percentile for his weight

65th Percentile for his length 

75th Percentile for his head circumference

(A BIG brain just like his Dad)

Weight 14lbs and 11oz

The doc also told me that we could start giving him SOLID foods! NO!... I was a little 

sad at first :( No more bottles. I know that you want them to be happy 

and healthy, but I still want him to be small. Before you know it, he will be walking!... It's all happening 

too fast! Can someone make it stop?!

At 4 months 

I am smiling at Mom and Dad all the time

I am beginning to pass a toy from one hand to the other

I can't keep my hands out of my mouth

I started eating cereal

I sleep through the night

I love being read too

I love my soft toy Moo and snuggling him close

I have found my toes 

I still love looking at lights and mirrors

I love splashing in my whale tub

I can't stop giggling with Dad

I enjoy sitting up

And here we have the stare down.... This is one of many facial expressions that our little guy has. Everyday, Connor comes up with another one...Bath time. We can't help but to giggle when we look at those big green eyes and the never ending rolls. How many rolls do you see? 

 Connor LOVES his Dad!!! Every time Connor finds his dad in the room, his eyes light up

and a BIG smile appears across his chubby little face... I love capturing these moments! My mom always

told us "you're growing up too fast." And now I understand... We have enjoyed watching Connor

learn new things, grow, and play with US any chance we get. We love you sweet boy :)

We melt when he looks up at us with those BIG GREEN eyes...

Ryan and I have really enjoyed our little guy... He is such a blessing and we thank God 

that he is all OURS. We have learned that being parents can 

be a challenge, but every day we come closer and work as a team. The love that 

we have for Connor and the love that we share as a couple 

is such a BLESSING! I am so fortunate. 

We LOVE you Connor!

A New Tradition

For those of you that have ever lived in the South, at some point in your life, I am sure you Mom 

made you eat black eyed peas on New Year's Eve...

As a kid, I dreaded eating those yucky beans... My Mom would tell me every Eve 

that they would bring me good luck for the upcoming year... 

Honestly in the past few years, it hasn't really crossed my mind...seeing as how I don't really HAVE TO DO IT anymore, but this year I decided to bring my family tradition back. 

I think it's important to mesh family traditions...especially ones from the South :) Ryan had NEVER heard about black eyed peas or eating them for good luck. This year, I baked 

them in a crock pot with a ham bone donated from Ry's grandma Linda. They turned out pretty good and Ryan ate some with a BIG smile. The best part of this new York family 

tradition is remembering my Grandma Beryl... As a kid, I remember sorting beans with her on 

Sunday afternoons after church. We would spend a few hours going through and tossing "the bad beans" to the side. She would teach me about life lessons, while I sat across the table from her. And one lesson that I haven't forgot, was to always be honest with everyone.  I will always keep those memories close to my heart. I Love you Always and Forever Grandma

Christmas 2010

  On Christmas Eve we went over to Paul and CarolAnn's house to have delicious dinner, read stories, sing songs, see Santa, and spend time with the family. It was nice because Lisa's 

plane landed during the day, so she was able to join the festivities. And my Mom also joined

us that evening... We always get so spoiled every year. We are very blessed to have 

such wonderful families....

On Christmas Day, I picked up my Mom at her house and brought her back to our house. Marvin and Janine were there, working on our yummy breakfast (Omelets and Scones) when we got back. 

After filling our tummies with scones and honey, we gathered around the tree to open gifts... Ryan, Connor, and myself must have been good this year. We were spoiled once again... I always am filled with gratitude on this day. We are so fortunate to have so many amazing people in our lives.

This year we were blessed with a beautiful little boy and he is definitely the object of our affection.

Connor we are so thankful that you are all ours... We love you sweet boy.

 This year, Lisa brought her boyfriend Issac, who flew into Salt Lake on Christmas Day. We had the pleasure of eating a delicious meal prepared by Isaac and Lisa. We had fish and pork 

tacos with cabbage, rice, and yummy black beans. Isaac is a chef back in AZ and we were

pretty lucky to have him cook for us...It was quite the treat.

 Having a large family is such a blessing...We are so lucky to have these amazing people in our lives

I was on the phone with my aunt Lyn the other day and I was expressing

how great it is to be surrounded by family. I LOVE MY FAMILY!!!... they mean THE WORLD to me and I thank God every day for these people in my life.

 The Suggs came into town from California after Chritmas, to celebrate the holiday and also Glo's Birthday. Mia, Miley, and Levi have grown up sooo much!!! And it was pretty 

apparant when we got a pic of all the kiddos on the couch... Time flys!!! We had such a blast

playing hand & foot into the wee hours of the night. I always look forward to those games

every year... Love you guys. 

Kinda crazy!

 Ryan and Connor do a pretty good job of playing coach potatoes :) Connor will sit with him until

they both start to get warm...he definitely takes after his dad. Ryan could wear

shorts all year around and never be cold. Well at least I know if Connor is a little fussy, I just 

go outside and cool him down. It is so awesome to learn about their little quirks.. Life is good :)

 We have been really busy for the past two months... Here is a sneak peek at the outfit Connor had 

on for his Christmas pics... Pretty cute huh?... Even if some people don't think too highly

of this outfit... You know who you are.

 Cheese!... Well here is just a few pics from Turkey Day... I will post A LOT more after the holidays

I think we have been to 2 work parties, Birthday parties, Dinners, and 

a few Holidays in between... We have really enjoyed spending time with our family and friends...

We are VERY BLESSED indeed...

 Dan and Mel.... Aww... Cute huh? Thanks you two for all that you do for US!

We are thankful that you three are in our lives...

We heart each other...

I am so thankful for such an AMAZING family!! Ryan you are 

the MOST INCREDIBLE husband and father... I 

am so thankful for all the love and support that I get from you every single day. And Connor

you are the best gift EVER! Your dad and I love you so much and feel so fortunate

to have you in our lives... You are VERY special to us!

to be continued....

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Connor's Blessing

 We invited our families over to watch Connor's Baby Blessing. James, my brother in law, gave Connor's Blessing and did such a wonderful job. It actually brought tears to my eyes. We are so fortunate to have such loving relatives and friends. For the special occassion, we rented out our cludhouse to fit all of our guests. And after the blessing we ate delicious dishes that everyone brought.

 It was good getting everyone together... It amazes me how fast Aiden, Tanner, Devon, and Avery

have grown...They are all such cuties!!! I love our FAMILY!

Some R&R

                We had such a relaxing time up at the cabin...Ryan, Connor, and I drove up Friday night so we could wake up bright and early Saturday morning. The weather was so perfect all weekend! All we needed was our hoodies and if we got chilly we would just cuddle up next to the fire.

     We got plenty of naps in over the weekend. When we weren't outside soaking up the sun and enjoying the quiet we would take quick cat naps in the chair next to the fire... I loved it. Spending quality time with my sweet husband and my precious Connor. Life doesn't get any better.....

                            I just love our little family. We just enjoy all the little moments that we share together and look forward to the memories that we will make in the future... I am so grateful for all of life's blessings the man upstairs has givin me. Thank you :)