Dawson J

I was watching a family video of Dawson the other day, and I was just blown away by how fast kids grow up. I barely remembered that sweet, round little guy! It makes me sad that my baby Dawson is gone, but at the same time I am having so much fun watching him grow up, and learn, and grow. Dawson just loves to try new things, and he is usually really good at everything he tries. He loves skateboarding, sports, fishing, and now that we are back in Utah, he is loving school and doing really well with all of his school work. He is just a really sweet guy, (maybe a little stubborn sometimes too), and does a really good job when I give him responsibilities. He tells me several times a day that he loves me. I am so thankful for my Dawson!!

Addelynn Rose

January 29

Today Addy went to relief society with me. This is our last week in NC, and Addy is still feeling anxious about going to primary here, so I let her come to class with me. She was sitting in my lap, and the teachers first question was "what is church?" Addy girl's hand just shot right up! I was curious what she would say. After the teacher took a couple other answers, she called on Addy who still had her hand up. And she very clearly said " the church of Jesus Christ!" It was such a simple and pure answer. And that is my Addy! She is so brave and able to speak up, and can talk to anyone. She just has this excited way of talking and always speaks with this beautiful smile. People feel special when Addy talks to them. People feel pure sweet love when Addy talk to them. She asks so many questions about Heaven, and Heavenly Father. Her little spirit is just so pure, and I am so humbled that I am able to be her mother, and to guide her through this journey. I love seeing who she is, and getting a glimpse of her divine nature. I hope that all of my children will know how special they are, and that they are children of a God who loves them.

Tyler Brooks

Oh Brooksi Wooksi, where do I begin. You are so full of personality. You make everyone laugh, and you love to give loves. You run up to me and wrap your arms around my legs all throughout the day, and look into my eyes and giggle and smile. You are a little bipolar sometimes, but thats ok. You are so sweet to Whitney, and I love watching you outside playing with guns (aka sticks). You make the best faces. I love you!!

Whitney Ann

Our sweet baby is now six months old! She brings so much happiness to our lives. She is sweet and cuddly. She can sit up now, and does a combination of crawling and scooting. If she gets grumpy all I have to do is put her on the floor to play and she is a happy camper. Her siblings adore her, and smother her with loves all the day long. She is a happy baby, and likes to take in the scenery. I am so glad she came to our family!!