Become as a little child

Kaelyn posing for her first "Glamour Shot"

(taken by Max's mom Kristin)

Last Sunday we took Kaelyn with us to Stake Conference. Now that its warming up and most of the bugs are passed, we feel like she can come with us to church now. I've been waiting along time for these days. (When I was a kid and would lay my head on my mom's lap during church, I would dream of the days I had a little one and could bring a blankly and treats to church) A couple rows in front of us I noticed a cute little girl, around five years old was watching Kaelyn for most of the 2 hour meeting. As the meeting was coming close to ending I noticed she was telling her mom about Kaelyn and her mom took a quick peek and smiled. Next the little girl was asking her mom about the stickers and oxygen tubes on Kaelyn's face.

When I saw her doing that my heart sunk a little. The thought came to me. "that must be why she was staring at Kaelyn so much." I was a little let down, but moved on quickly and kind of forgot about it. Of course this little girl proved me wrong. Right after the meeting she came back to me and said, "You're little baby is so pretty", then she shyly went back to her mom after I said thank you. I was awestruck, I can't tell you how good that made me feel. It proved to me that we do need to be more like little children. Yes, they are going to have questions about Kaelyn, and that is okay, they aren't trying to be mean or point out what's different about her. Most the time they genuinely want to learn, and what a great opportunity to teach them. But just like the little girl on Sunday, they will end up teaching us.

I just love this picture of her, check out the new hairstyle she has been sporting this week ;)

(Picture also taken by Max's mom - @ our fun play date)

Kaelyn's first ride on the Carousal at the zoo.

My Little Friend Maker

A few weeks ago Kaelyn and I spent the day watching some of the girls I coach in high school play in a club volleyball tournament. Kaelyn was such a good sport, she was totally content hanging out in the gym all day, which is good because that is about all we know how to do in our family. We had such a good time watching the volleyball, but also making new friends.

I decided that one of Kaelyn's talents is making new friends. We made a couple of new friends with some of the other mom's there watching their daughters. One offered her extra chair to us and kept checking on us to see if we needed anything. Others made sure none of the stray balls hit us while the teams warmed up. We carried on some great conversations about volleyball, Kaelyn, their daughters and just anything else that came up. This little girl is helping her shy momma come out of her shell and enrich her life by meeting new people. If it was just me sitting there, I wouldn't have talked to anyone except the girls I knew. Thanks Kaelyn, you're helping me become the person I want to be, one day at a time :)

First Golfing Trip - She loved cruising in the cart

"Ah mom, what was that? You're suppose to hit the ball!"

Yay for Summer Clothes!

Happy Easter

We hope everyone is having a wonderful Easter holiday. We are so grateful for this holiday and especially for our Savior who suffered, died and was resurrected so that we can have eternal life. It is because of Him that we can be together as a forever family. This knowledge brought us so much peace and comfort one year ago, when we weren't sure what the fate of the little girl growing inside of me would be. We are so grateful for every second we have with Kaelyn. She has brought so much happiness and love into our lives. We are grateful for all of the wonderful parents and children we have met since her birth, that have shown us the way. Thank you for helping us through those tough days and for rejoicing with us through the wonderful days. One thing we've learned in the past year is that there are amazing people out there, willing to share their love with complete strangers. "To mourn with those that mourn and comfort those who stand in need of comfort".

Good Night