DECEMBER 5, 2009 ROWAN'S BIRTHDAY

Today, six years ago Rowan was born on this day into our family. I remember when I was told that I was having a boy I was not too excited since I really wanted a girl first, but instead I had boy and he has brought a lot of joy to our family. He was such a cute baby with those big blue eyes, which are hard to miss, he can just melt your heart. I love his great big smile because he can always make you smile. He just has a personality that is full of life. It is amazing how quickly they grow up. It is hard to imagine that in two years my baby boy will be baptized. Sometimes I wish I could slow down the growing process. I will say he is a lot of fun to be around. He has so much energy and love. He is doing well in school and I am really proud of him. I hope he knows how much we love him and how proud we are to be his parents. I look forward to seeing what kind of man he will become and I hope and pray that he will stay close to the gospel. So HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROWAN. MOMMY AND DADDY LOVE YOU.

NOVEMBER 26, 2009 - THANKSGIVING DAY

Today is Thanksgiving, and although Chris is away from his family I hope he knows we are all thinking of him. Today I have to say that I am very grateful for all that we have, for Rowan and Isabel and craziness they bring to our family. I am grateful for the sacrifices Chris makes for his family. I know that we will be blessed for all the sacrifices we make. I am also grateful for my family and for Chris' family for the love and support they give us. So with that said, I didn't get to take a lot of pictures on this day but here are a few. We unfortunately didn't make it to Chris' family's house for Thanksgiving. It can be difficult to make all the rounds sometimes.

I am sure my sister won't be too happy about me posting these pics.

NOVEMBER 18, 2009 DECORATING THE CHRISTMAS TREE

Well we decided to put the Christmas tree and decorate the house before Chris leaves for OCS since he won't be back until just before Christmas. Rowan and Isabel had a lot of fun getting the ornaments out and putting them on the tree. I really enjoy Christmas time. I am glad that the kids were able to spend that night with Chris before he leaves.