Liam

Where did the time go?! It feels like just yesterday we were all oooing and aaawwwing over Liam reaching his baby/toddler mile stones, and might I add that he was quite the cute little bugga - boo doing so. We all have been so in love with you Liam since the day you were born. You were the first baby, grand-baby and nephew in our family.



Uncle Nathan always enjoys every chance he has to share his love with you. I still remember seeing him rocking and singing you to sleep when you were a baby, and did you know you were the first baby he had ever changed a diaper on!? Pretty awsome huh?



What a stud muffin!!! I love watching you play and I really love this picture of you doing just that ... you are full of every bit of happiness you have.



You are the oldest of the children and I think heavenly father definitely chose you to be for a reason. You are such a wonderful example, kind and caring. You take such good care of your sisters, brother and all your cousins. I love watching you be the protector. When someone cries out or gets hurt you are quickly by their side sorting things out and making sure everything is taken care of. You are amazing buddy.



I love your energy! You've got such a beautiful passion to give it your all. To be the very best you can be at all times. I believe that passion will be just the thing you need to become whatever you choose in life. :)



You have made so many accomplishments this year and I am SO very proud of you. I love you! Happy 10th Birthday!!

* Don't miss Jessies' post right below of Liams fun activities. :)

The BIG 10!!

Yep Liam's 10! We celebrated with Jackson at the adventure science center. Lots of fun to be had exploring there!




Swimming after while we waited for Cole to come home.





And lastly a little dinner and a game of creationary with the family...

Thanks everyone for your phone calls and sweet thoughts. Liam felt so loved and had a great birthday!

Congrats Christy-girl!

Hey here's a shout out to all the friends who may not be on facebook! Christy has her business blog up and running and she is shooting for the stars! Take a minute to click on the link on the sidebar, it will take you straight to her website. Poke around and see what a great talent she is! I know it's been a long haul Christy, but so worth it. The site looks great! We're so happy for your sucess and have lots of faith in your continual growth as a business woman!

fun times with cousins

We had a great time with Meredith and Grant! I was really proud of Grant. He did so well and was such a love bug. I think Meredith had a great time as well.

Enjoying the moments

Christy had a photo shoot last week ( so proud of her success ) so we got to spend time with the boys. I can't believe how handsome they are, well I can, but seriously they are such stud muffins and can you believe how much they've grown!? Cole will be in 1st grade this year, Jackson Pre-K and baby Caden is 1! When did this all happen? .... could it have been when I was uncomfortably pregnant, busy giving birth or tending to my 2 girls? I think so! :)

The first thing Cole did when he got here was climb up the entry to our hallway. How funny! and not to mention talented. I think this is a must on every kids list. I know I did it frequently when I was a kid. Drove my Dad nuts!



I wish I'd have taken a picture of Marley and Cole building a small house out of wood in our back yard. Seriously awsome that they'd have even come up with the idea. ( Marley still won't let us take it down. )

So Jackson spent most of his time in tow of Cole and Marley but when he'd had enough he came inside to chill and chat with Aria and Caden. After coming out of the bathroom he said, "Hey Aunt Mandy! Since Caden sticks his hand in the toilet, will you not let him go in there?" What a big boy lookin out for his brothers best interests. Totally made me laugh.



As for Caden, all I've got to say is check out the sweet smile he gave his Auntie Mandy.



LOVE YOU BOYS