Sweet Memories {Week 10}

Pumpkin Carving and Trick or Treating

 Jax was very interested in the pumpkin carving process, and he liked exploring the pumpkin guts.

 It rained the majority of Halloween evening, but it didn't seem to affect Andrew and Olivia's candy collection.

 Our Uncle Si, Cowgirl, and Koala...

Too much candy, and that is a fact Jack!
They had a blast, and I think that we finally have the candy withdraws under control.

Princess Tea Party With Grandma

Grandma invited us to a Princess Tea Party which included a makeover and a tiara.  It made for an extremely fun girl's day.  Olivia was able to meet all of the princesses.  However, she had no interest in visiting with Tinkerbell, and she attempted to avoid Prince Charming.

It was beautifully organized, and all the money raised went to support the hospital's neonatal care unit.  Thanks Grandma for a memorable afternoon fit for a princess.

A Month of Thankfulness- Day 1

I am thankful for the opportunity to be Aunt Michelle to four amazing people.  The older three were definitely a bonus for marrying My Sweet Scotty.  The younger one was the perfect answer to many of my prayers.

Elisha, Hannah, and Breanna have confirmed my belief that it is possible to raise children who love and fear the Lord at every age even in this crazy world.  They have taken their roles as older cousins to an entirely new level.  They are not only friends but mentors to my babies.  I can not adequately convey my thankfulness for the hours that they have spent playing, snuggling, and just plain loving on my Andrew, Olivia, and Jaxson.  I am so proud of the people that they have always been.  I am eagerly anticipating watching them enter the work force, fall in love, get married, have precious babies, and continue to glorify their Savior in all that they do.  They have helped me accomplish what I thought was an impossible task....I have loved teenagers!

Princess Abigail turned 3 today.  She has been the perfect addition to our family.  Her sweet, spit-fire personality has brought this auntie so much joy.  I have loved watching her explore and tackle life.  The very thought of her makes my heart smile.  She also provides the perfect opportunity for Andrew and Olivia to put into practice the actions that their older cousins have modeled.  I love watching them love Abigail.

The cousin love is coming full circle.

Today, I am so thankful to be called Aunt Michelle by one amazing man and two breathtakingly beautiful woman.  I am also thankful to be called Aunt Chelle by the cutest three year old that I know.

Happy 3rd Birthday Abigail Jane!

Warning: I don't think that it would be in your best interest to come off as a threat to this baby.

I have an entire list of creative captions for this photo.  However, I will keep them to myself in an attempt to steer clear of becoming a notorious "cat" woman.

My Mini-Photographer

We ended up having a few minutes to spare before meeting Mandi for family photos.  Olivia asked if she could have a photo shoot with her dolls.  I set up the tripod, taught her how to use the timer, and watched from inside the house.  It made my heart smile.

She sure is a beauty!

Sweet Memories (Week 9)

 Jax didn't know what to think of sitting in the cart.  He wouldn't cry as long as I held his hand.

 In case you are wondering, cowgirl boots go with everything.