The big 5!

We had our 5 year Anniversary yesterday on the 12th of September. We went out to eat at the Cheescake Bistro for dinner - the food was really good - I wish we would have brought the camera to get a picture - but we've been getting lazy with pictures these days. After dinner we went to a parking lot and made out.... just kidding - the last time that happened was ohhhh about 5 years ago. We went to a movie called "Traitor" - not romantic but very good - a really good "after-movie-conversation" movie. Jared is always an amazing gift giver he gave me 2 dozen roses, a hand carved jewelry box (gorgeous), chocolate (always a must for me) and some new clothes. He's such a thoughtful and sweet husband. It was an unforgetable anniversary. I can't believe it's already been 5 years. The time has gone by way too fast. I never would have thought 5 years ago that in 5 years I would be living in Virginia (still in school) with two beautiful children in all my life. It just goes to show that God has his own plan and that his plan will make us happier than we could ever imagine. My heart is so full of love and gratitude for the life and blessings that I have and it's all because of my amazing husband, my children, and my Heavenly Father. I can't wait to see what the next 5 will bring. I'm Lucky to be married to my best friend... (so cheesy but true)

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Talen's Bump

The scrapbook page speaks for itself.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens August 2008

This was the weirdest flower Jared and I had ever seen. We just stopped and stared at it for a while trying to figure out what planet it might have come from. Beautiful though.



A beautiful setting can make any two chubby girls look pretty. Right Kendal?



So I'm like deathly afraid of bees - my husband makes fun of me but it's a real thing and I can't quite explain it. However despite the fear and serious hatred for them I find this photo to be gorgeous.



Chubbiness definitely runs in the family - "hello my two chubby angels"



Jared does most of the picture taking in our family - but I found one of him.

Idaho Trip Slideshow

This was a great trip as well. It was so fun to see all the family and catch up. We just don't see each other enough. Cindy and Harry are always such perfect hosts and are so giving of their time and resources. Thanks for having us you guys and we can't wait to see you in November.

Utah Trip Slideshow

We went to Utah the last week or so of July to celebrate the 24th with the grandparents. It was a great trip and we really enjoyed spending the time with my family. I know how hard it is for them to not see their grandchildren very much and I know how much our trip meant to them. It was a great time had by all. So thanks mom and dad for showing us such a great time. The babies miss you and ask about all the time. Some nights before bed Talen and I will sing his favorite song (the happy birthday song) and he'll sing happy birthday to grandma and grandpa. It is the cutest thing ever.

4th of July

So I know it's been forever since I've blogged but the summer got away from me too quickly and before I knew it I had two months to catch up on so slowly but surely I'll get caught up. This is a scrapbook page from Yorktown on the 4th of July - it was one of my favorite things we've done here in Virginia so far. The fireworks were great (even though they almost got rained out). Kendal was so tired by the end of the day that she slept through the 30 minute booming of the fireworks. Talen's favorite part of the day was definitely the horse ride and Jared and I loved eating at this old time, fine dining restaurant called the Carrot Tree Inn. Overall it was one of the best 4th's of July ever!

Duo doctor's appointment

I was actually planning on taking a picture for this blog entry but I forgot to take the camera with me to the doctor's office. Talen and Kendal had their Doctor's appointment together this past week for Kendal's 6 month check-up and Talen's 2 year check-up. Kendal is doing beautifully - she weighs about 17 pounds, and she's in the 75th percentile for he weight, 50th for her height and 25th for he head. She sits up and rolls over and goo goo's and gah gah's and she's now eating 2 meals of solids a day. She is an amazing baby and only cries when she's tired or hungry (which is how it's been her whole life). She's so easy going and so pleasant. Talen is doing pretty well. He's in the 90th percentile for his height and weight (35 lbs) and his head is also in the 25th percentile. They said that he talks really well and that everything looks normal. The only concern about Talen was that he still has his heart murmur. We're going to another doctor to get it checked out to find out what kind of murmur it is and if there is any need to be concerned. I guess like 50 percent of the population has a heart murmur and they are pretty common so we're not too worried about it - but we'll see what happens afte the doctor visit. I wanted to take a picture so bad of them at their doctor's appointment together with my pediatrican - and i'm still beating myself about not bringing the camera - but that's life I guess.

My Baby Turned Two

Virginia Beach (June 9, 2008)

Virginia Beach June 9th 2008 with the Nehring Family

We went to the Beach for the day with our good frinds the Nehrings and it was a total blast. Much better than our last trip to the beach. This beach had hardly any biting flies, which really made all the difference. Talen finally discovered sand, I got to just sit and relax and do absolutely nothing. Kendal got to play in the water, eat sand and listen to the wind, waves and airplanes fly overhead, and Jared got to body board all day long. He totally loved it and I'm so glad he did. It was truly an awesome day.