Standing Tall ~ SB Page

Lots of Cuddles

This little angel wasn't feeling too well yesterday.

It truly breaks my heart when my little ones are sick. I spent my day cuddling, kissing, and doing anything that she needed me to do so that she was more comfortable. Noah is the kindest, most loving big brother to Leah, as he would continually come over to Leah and give her kisses and rub her little red cheek. He is completely selfless, as he only wanted me to tend to Leah so that she would feel better. I am so grateful for the loving and compassionate little boy that he is becoming.

During Leah's nap, Noah and I were coloring and he asked me to draw a "woo-woo" {fire truck}. When I asked him what color it should be, he told me purple and pink for Leah. He just melts my heart with his kindness.

Tubby Time...with TWO

I was a little nervous at first to how Leah would react in the tub with Noah, as she tends to get a little nervous when he starts acting like a two year old {you know...waving his arms everywhere and throwing toys that usually land inches away from her head}, but all was well. Apparently, I had nothing to worry about, as Noah was so kind and didn't do anything that would make me, or Leah, nervous...thank you Noah!

Noah had the best pruned feet tonight...I tried to get a picture, but they depruned pretty fast! Ha!

Instead of storytime tonight, we had singing time. Leah even sang a little...it was sweet :).

Project 365

One of my goals for this year {yes, I do have a few} is to do a better job at documenting my Noah and Leah's life. Whether that be through photography, or scrapbooking, or journaling, etc... I want to have something that will allow me to always remember their life and the new things that they are doing. I love scrapbooking, but I have put it on the back burner for a while and I think that it is time to start it up again. After visiting some of my favorite scrapbooking sites, I came across a challenge to take one picture every day this year. I think that by doing this I will be more motiviated to keep up this goal...we'll see how it goes.

Now, I guess this doesn't only apply to my kids, as I want to also keep track of what is going on with me and Doug and the people around us as well. I am excited to see if, first, I can keep this goal alive, and, second, to see how it changes my perspective of my own life.

Due to the cold, we have been cooped up again this week, but this has given us a chance to really enjoy our new toys from Christmas. Noah and Leah are really starting to play well together and Noah always wants Leah next to him when he plays, so here is a shot from today that documents their little bond...

Standing Tall

Leah has just figured out how to pull herself up to stand and she is so proud of this new accomplishment! She will giggle and laugh whenever she stands up...it's a sight to see. She still isn't really crawling, as she prefers to use her "army crawl" as her way of getting from here to there. I'm beginning to think that she might just skip crawling all together...we'll see. Here's Leah watching the snow fall today {btw...it is SO cold outside today...19 degrees! BRRRRR!}. She seriously loves just sitting, or standing, by the window and looking outside.

So Happy

Since I am still SO HAPPY that the Utes won their bowl game, I had to post this cute picture of my kiddos in their Utah attire. They are the cutest little Ute fans :).

5 Years

Doug and I celebrated our 5 year anniversary yesterday. Doug had the day off, which was the best gift ever. It was so nice to have him home so that we could all spend our time together as a family. We relaxed all day, then we went to The Cheesecake Factory as a family for some good food. And what made this day even was better was watching the UTES DOMINATE Alabama. Doug and I were beyond excited while we watched our team win and go 13-0. It was amazing!!!

Doug ~ You are the best thing that has ever happened to me! So much has happened to us these past five years and I so look forward to the years to come. You make me the happiest woman and I am SO happy that you are mine! I love you forever, and ever, and always! ~ Angie