Sisters

I seriously LOVE these 2!!!

Afton is a great big sister! She's always ready to play, distract, feed, grab diapers, snuggle and give endless kisses and LOVE!

Maya LOVES Afton. She STARES at Afton a lot! I laugh when I look in the mirror attached to the back seat of the car because Maya is almost always staring at Afton.

Afton looks so serious but she wasn't. They were playing and giggling and I got them to stop just long enough to snap a photo.

Battle Creek Falls

Today was the perfect day for a hike. It was late afternoon and the clouds were gathering in the sky. The temperature was around 85 but it didn't feel really warm.

Last time we attempted this hike it was Father's Day and Maya didn't make it very far. And by very far I mean 50 feet out of the parking lot. We were ready to attempt it again...

Afton was so excited to have her own camelback. I loved it too because she had a lot of water on the hike!

I forgot to bring my regular lens so you can't see the whole waterfall but oh well.

 Maya was mesmerized by the waterfall. The wind was blowing her hair and the water was splashing onto her face. She loved it!

The rhythm of Brett's walking must have finally put Mymy to sleep. She was kicking her legs with excitement up until that point!

Backyard campout

Afton loves fires, s'mores and anything resembling a tent so we figured it'd be fun to create a little camp out in the yard!

Brett and Afton set up the tent in the backyard and the girls had so much fun playing on the air mattress. Once that was ready we made a fire and Afton worked on a little craft while we waited for it to die down a little.

S'mores were next and it didn't take long to realize we didn't have any sticks. Oops We ended up using shishkabob sticks which weren't ideal but oh well. Afton picked out the biggest marshmallows we could find at the store and I think she ate a few before the fire was even ready. Once it came time to roast marshmallows she would give them to me and Daddy!

Huge marshmallows!

Maya was getting a kick out of watching the fire, she kept smiling and smiling!

Baby girl might be ready for a s'more!

Maya is 4, 5, 6, and 7 months old

Wow I'm already behind. Oh well...

Father's Day 2014

This year for Father's Day we decided to go for a hike. We wanted to hike to a waterfall in Pleasant Grove but we didn't make it very far. Maya had been sick and we weren't sure how she'd do up the canyon. Sure enough, she wasn't very happy. We walked just long enough for Brett and Afton to find a snake and then we turned around.

We jumped in the car and decided to stop at a park in American Fork. Afton calls it the 'log' park and she and Brett had fun while I sat in the car with a sleeping baby

I love these pics of my handsome hubby!

For Father's Day Afton wanted some one on one time with Brett so they went to the movies. They saw How To Train Your Dragon 2 and loved it! 

Afton chose donuts for his treat and painted him a picture!

Happy Father's Day Brett!!!

Maya's blessing

This weekend we were able to bless Maya in our home. My dad gave the blessing and Richard, Morley, Judd, Brother Seale (his sweet wife came too), and Tim were here to stand in the circle. I'm sad so many others missed this day but grateful for those who were here to support us and of course we understand everyone has busy schedules.

It's been such a long journey. 10 years of marriage and thousands of dollars later we feel as though we're complete with these two amazing girls. I hope they are close and look out for each other and give each other advice over the years. I hope they confide in each other, don't judge each other and make each other better people. They are so different already and I can't wait to see how Maya grows and becomes a playmate for Afton.

The blessing was simple. Fruit, veggies, dessert and a few family members. The weather was beautiful, the kids played outside and I'm actually just glad it's done.

I was so grateful to have Tim here. He was here for Aftons' blessing and I knew with him traveling so much we'd be able to coordinate again. It's so fun to visit with him and with Keeley who is absolutely beautiful! Both the girls love her!

 We love having Grandpa Morley over and so glad he was able to hold Maya and stand in the circle.

 Typical shot of the kiddos.

My sister in law Krista and her beautiful, sweet baby Presley!

So grateful for my parents. They are available, supportive, and loving. My kids adore them and they are two people I admire the most!

So grateful for Brett's parents. They are so kind and loving and our kids are so lucky to have them nearby and willing to spend time with us.

 Russ and baby Presley. Brett and baby Maya. Judd and baby Max.

My sister in law Tiff and her adorable little guy Max.