Life as we know it

Summer has come and gone... And I haven't blogged in 2 months! Life has been exceptionally hectic lately and posting just hasn't made it's way to the top of my priority list. And even though I should really be editing a photo shoot right now... I'm giving myself 20 minutes. 

Treyson was being the mischievous little boy that he is tonight and after getting him on video I just couldn't put off posting another day. I can't afford to forget all the crazy little moments that make up our day to day life. 

Here are all the other ups and downs of our summer that have yet to be recorded so I don't forget what a great year it's been so far.

-4th of July- Trey wasn't as excited about our home firework show as we were hoping, but it was still fun

-FamLee Reunion- We were in charge d the Lee reunion this year and had an amazing week with most of Lloyd's family. We had a Hunger Games theme and as always had the best time together as a family

-Treyson's first fat lip- Face plant onto the floor... hard!

-We Moved!- This has definitely been the main component of our stress and chaos since August, but we're finally starting to settle in. We went from a home in Shelley to a small apartment in Pocatello... Not the funnest thing in the world to downsize, but it will be well worth the sacrifice

-Uncle Buddy and Cousin Hayden went on a Mission- We miss them, but are so grateful for the awesome example they are setting. They will be great missionaries!

-Lloyd is back in school- 3rd... Or 4th or 5th time is the charm ;) he is getting his business management degree online and now selling insurance. One of the greatest parts of our move is this new job for him! He is enjoying it and we get to have more time together as a family

-Pool time at Grandpa and Granni's house- Then, Granni "pushed" him back in the pool in his dry clothes... and regular diaper... and it got a little full!

-Trey is our little chatter box- He has learned to say, "oh dear" and it's just about the cutest thing in the world. His new favorite animal sounds to make are a chicken, kitty, cow, duck, horse, and bunny

-2 Pregnancies -2 Miscarriages- One in June, one in August. We have definitely had our emotional highs and lows about it all, but apparently the timing just hasn't been right yet... But boy will we be excited when it is!

-Labor Day camping trip!- We're hoping to make it a yearly tradition with both of our families

-I am a lunch lady!- I'm working at a local highschool and it's perfect for our situation right now. Lloyd stays home in the morning, and we switch when I get off work. Not having to put Trey in daycare is a blessing

-Photography!-  I have loved starting this little photography business and I am honestly just thrilled to get take pictures for people. I feel so lucky to have found something I love so much!

-Trey is learning lots- He knows where his nose, mouth, eyes, belly, and muscles are!

-General Conference- What an uplifting weekend we just had. I feel spiritually renewed and so grateful for guidance and direction from our church leaders. I felt like so many of the talks were written directly to me.

-Trey had his own "ups" and "downs"- :) I couldn't help taking this picture even though he was very upset about falling down!

It may be a little crazy, but this is life as we know it. I wouldn't want it any other way.

Moments like these

Tonight as we were enjoying a fresh batch of cookies and listening to one of our favorite pandora stations around the house, my all time favorite Norah Jones song came on. I said "Oh I LOVE this song!" Immediately Lloyd came sweeping into the living room and pulled me up off the couch for a slow dance and even stole a chocolate chip cookie kiss :) Trey was busy eating a messy cookie in each hand, and I was to happy dancing with my honey to care. These are the perfect little moments that make life so sweet. 

Summer Time!

I was going through an old camera today and came across this picture! This was Treyson's very first Sunday going to church when he was a week and a half old. (May 6, 2012) I can't believe how much has changed since then. One year later and this little dark hair and olive skin baby that needed us to take care of his every need, has turned into a pasty white blonde just like mom and dad. :) who also thinks he is a "big boy" and is learning to do so many things on his own

We have been enjoying our summer so far, it has been HOT, but it's given us good excuse to play in the water and get out of the house when we can! Here's what we have been up to so far...

Denim Graduated!

He also got his Mission Call! He will be leaving to Atlanta, Georgia on August 14th! We are excited for him and know he will be a great missionary!

We went to the zoo on Memorial day weekend with Grandma, Grandad and Aunt Sylinda. Treyson was pretty much just there for the animal crackers and a ride in the stroller, but it was still a fun day.

 His favorite was definitely the monkeys, he even made the "ah-ah" sound when we put him up by the cage

And this was my view for most of the day :) I loved it!

And speaking of animals.. This is what we get when we ask Treyson "What does a fishy say?"

We also got to celebrate Father's day! We sure love our Daddy in this house! Lloyd is such a wonderful husband and father. I am so grateful that I get to be with him forever, and one of my greatest joys in life comes from watching him be such a fun Daddy to Treyson. This year for Father's day we did a special photo shoot and put big prints of these pictures up in Trey's room... he already wan'ts to be Just like his Daddy!

Goodnight

I love my husband! It's one of those nights when I can't seem to shut my brain down and go to sleep... So as I am looking through Pinterest I came across one of my favorite quotes. I've posted it before but it never fails to remind me how blessed I am to be married to the man I love. I'm so grateful for the tender mercies of my Heavenly Father because when I feel the spirit reconfirm the best decision I ever made, I know that He is listening always... Even at 12:20am on a Thursday.

What really matters is that he will love you, that he will respect you, that he will honor you, that he will be absolutely true to you, that he will give you the freedom of expression and let you fly in the development of your own talents. He is not going to be perfect, but if he is kind and thoughtful, if he knows how to work and earn a living, if he is honest and full of faith, the chances are you will not go wrong, that you will be immensely happy.” 

― Gordon B. Hinckley

Happy 1st Birthday!

Well... better late than never right?! The past month has been a super crazy one at our house. We are in the process of Lloyd going back to school, trying to rent/sell our house, being busy in church callings, and always chasing our little monkey boy around! It may be a month late, but I finally found a minute to post some pictures of the Birthday boy! 

Treyson absolutely loves "The Lorax" movie, so that was the theme for his party. I had a lot of fun getting everything ready, and loved the chance to be a little creative! Can't believe my baby boy is already 1. He has been such a blessing to us, and we say all the time... "What did we ever do before we had him?" It seems like he is the source of our constant entertainment, but we sure love him! Here are just a few of the things that make up this Birthday Boy's amazing personality!

Treyson. 1 year. Loves giving kisses. 6 teeth.  

Loves walking with push cart. Everything is "Dada"... including Mama. 

23lb. 9oz. Loves to cuddle while Mom sings at bed time. 18-24 month clothes. 31in tall. Everything belongs on the floor... Everything. Loves to swing. Waves bye bye. Still a little to nervous to walk alone. Loves sippy cup with a straw. Into mischief always. Wears anything he can around his neck. 

What does a puppy say?... Woof woof. Best smile in the world. 

Biggest blessing of our lives. Happy Birthday Trey!

Here is the Birthday shirt I made

And all the decorations

 Mr. Lorax

 And of course the Truffula trees!

 Truffula tree - oreo pop - cakes!

 One cake just Treyson's size!

 He was pretty excited, but a little scared to dig in at first... I'm sure he was waiting for Mom to get after him ;)

 So Dad had to finally get him started!

 It didn't take to long for him to get the hang of it

 He literally had cake from ear to ear

 And when he had enough... you better believe that cake went straight to the floor 

 He even offered to share :)

 And to top of the celebration, I let him tear down the streamers the next morning

 This is all we were left with once he was done

And he even found some leftover crumbs of cake on his high chair that he decided to eat for breakfast

We don't know what we would do without this little guy! Love him to pieces! 

The Language of Faith

Last night we had an amazing Relief Society activity. We had a special guest speaker come to our ward and she gave a presentation on the Language of Faith. She shared a lot of things that really struck a cord with me.

"The kind of life you live, your disposition, your very nature, will be determined by your thoughts. - David O. McKay

Now I have heard this quote before, but I guess it just never really sank in. I can have COMPLETE power to gain control of every aspect of myself due to the thoughts I have. She talked about the difference in the language of Despair (The degrading way I usually speak to myself during the day when I don't measure up to my own expectations) versus the language of Faith. (Thoughts that bring me closer to God, increase love for myself, and build hope)

"To have a Faith-filled life, I must have Faith-filled thoughts."

She compared it to a garden, it will take time and hard work to see my efforts of thinking this way making a difference, just like planting a seed. Also, no matter how many good things you plan in a garden, if you don't get rid of the weeds, before long they take over. Just like negative thinking. So today I choose the Language of Faith!

I wrote down the things I have been dwelling on negatively lately, and turned them around. I will look at them  every day when I study my scriptures. With time I know I will believe these thoughts even more than the negative thoughts I used to have in place of them.

1. I am beautiful
2. I can accept a compliment and take it as truth instead of doubting or counteracting it
3. I have been given everything I need to be the kind of wife and mother I want to be
4. I can be a success in my life and strengthen the talents my Heavenly Father has given me

We're Still Alive

It's been to long since I've posted, but life has been crazy these last few weeks. Ever since Trey's birthday I have been wanting to do an entire post about his 1st birthday celebration, but time has not been on my side lately. So Today when I caught him EATING the soil and rocks out of my new Mother's Day lilies that I got yesterday... I decided it's time! The Birthday post will still come, but this is just a quick look at what has been happening at our house the last while.

Is it bad if I let him keep playing in them long enough to take a picture? 

 Trey got to help Daddy mow the lawn! It was quite a sight... and a workout I'm sure, but a good memory to.

 And here's the birthday preview... many more to come as soon as I find the time!

I sure love this little guy and can't believe he is already a year old!!