PURE JOY

There have been some real miracles that have taken place in our lives in the last 6 months. I have debated giving details and finally come to the conclusion that even though I am a very open person, some things really are too personal and too sacred to share with the whole world, however there are a few thing I do want to share.

I know that prayers are answered. Not always when or how I want them to be , but they are answered in the right way and time. I know Heavenly Father has been guiding our family and will always guide our family as we listen to him and obey his promptings. I truly know that temple attendance has blessed our lives. I will never forget the blessings that have come through going to the temple as a couple and individually. Most importantly I know that Heavenly Father knows me and my little family. He knows us so well that he can bless us in ways I never thought possible, influencing every detail of our lives. I have gained more faith and know that we will never be alone as we face trials in our lives.

As for the family update. We now live in Farmington. Matthew works for a law firm in down town Salt Lake and I stay home with my three cute kiddos and drive around my looooong awaited minivan(yes, I really have wanted a minivan.) The biggest news being the brand new addition to our family, little Marie Noel.

I have posted pictures of the birth and first few weeks of Marie's life, and here is a recent picture of her at six weeks. I can't begin to explain the joy she has brought into our lives. It's fun having just one at a time. I would not trade having twins for ANYTHING, but one baby at a time is really nice!! She is so sweet and has already smiled more in her life then she has EVER cried. She has brought a peace and a joy into our home and lives that I cannot explain. When I look at her I think "angel baby." She is such a little angel to me. My pregnancy with her as well as her birth as brought so many little miracles I just believe she was watching out for us before she was born into our family.

Right after Marie was born I was brought back to my room to recover from my c-section. I laid in bed and cried and cried. Nurse after nurse kept offering me more pain medicine as well as anything else they could give me so I would feel better. They didn't believe me as time after time I told them I was crying because I'm just SO happy. I didn't notice the pain or the exhaustion as much as I felt pure joy.

I am happy. We are blessed. Life has not been easy these last few years, most likely it will never be easy. These little moments make it all worth it.

so blessed

a sunday afternoon

A perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

first fourth

I didn't have to buy much for this little girl. We were given a lot. I did buy her an outfit for my favorite holiday. We celebrated like crazy. Diamond Rio concert and fireworks in Logan, small town parades, and festivities in Huntsville with family at the cabin.

first weeks

It's been amazing getting acquainted with this little girl. We have all enjoyed having her join our family. Don't know what we ever did without her.

A beautiful birthday.

It was a perfect birthday for our little Marie Noel. I was more than ready for this pregnancy to end. It was a rough one. I was so sick. With the twins I was sick but mostly I just couldn't breath. With this baby I was just SICK, and uncomfortable. I loved the birth of this baby, I couldn't stop crying after she was born because I was so happy......and I guess little girls make me more emotional. Matt says I cry more than the baby. It is true. She is such a great baby. So easy. Some people say it's because I just have one this time. I think it's true, but I still think she is the best baby. Matt is loving having a little girl as well. He had flowers delivered to the hospital for me and a bouquet sent for her. She is already spoiled:) I feel so blessed to have this little girl, I feel a huge responsibility to teach her about how special she is. She is such a blessing to me. I love her more than I thought possible.