Christmas came a little early!

Christmas came a little early at our house. We decided we would have Christmas on Sunday night since I had to work late on Mon and Tue and then we leave for Utah on Wed. It was so much fun! Gavin had so much fun opening his presents! He actually got into it and we didn't have to open them all for him! Christmas has always been one of my very favorite times of the year but this year was so fun! It is amazing to have kids and watch how excited they get and see them play with all their new toys! It truly is a joy! I loved every minute of it! And can't wait for the years to come!

Funny Gavin!

Eric and I bought some Henry Weinhard's rootbeer because is was on sale the other day! Gavin seemed to like it too! (Don't worry the bottle is empty)

Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving! I love this time of year. It is my absolute favorite. There is such a special spirit in the air and no matter whats going on it just makes you feel good. I have so many things that I am grateful for. I am so grateful for an amazing husband who loves me just for being me and makes me laugh everyday. I am grateful for my beautiful son who lights my world and amazes me everyday. I am so thankful for mine and Eric's family and the amazing people that they are! They have all loved and supported us through so different times and trials in our lives. I am grateful for great friends. I think that I am the most thankful for the Gospel and all that does for me individually and for my family. Without the knowledge it brings I would be lost. Like I said I have so many things to be grateful for. I could go on and on and on. I love this time of year and I hope we all take a few minutes today and remember how truly blessed we all are. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Our Family Photos

Yesterday we went to Joe's Fresh Farm Grill and took family pictures with Eric's cousins family! It was so fun! They took pictures of us and we took some for them! It was such a neat place to go and had so many different places to take some fun shots! Of course Gavin didn't want to look at the camera or smile but I still think they turned out pretty good.

Daddy, Gavin, and Mommy

The happy couple!

This one is probably my favorite even though Gavin isn't looking.

I like this one too.

Mommy and Gavin

Gavin and Daddy

Handsome Gav!

Christmas Already!

It feels like Christmas! I don't know why but I have been beyond excited for Christmas this year and on Sunday decided to put up some decorations.

My beautiful Nativity!

Our stockings! I had to find somewhere high to put them so Gav couldn't pull them down! I'm still working on his and as soon as its done I'll post a picture.

Gav in front of our little tree! He loves to go up to it and just look at it! We had to put it on top of some boxes so he, again, couldnt reach and pull all the ornaments off!

Halloween!

This year for Halloween Eric and Gavin went to Eric's cousin's house for a party! Eric said they had a really good time! They had pizza and went Trick or Treating with all the cousins! Lucky me I got to work! Yeah! But the night before we had a really fun night with the Ward at the Trunk or Treat and then Eric and I watched a scary movie together. It was really fun! So all in all we had a great Halloween! And Gavin sure was cute in his skeleton costume!

One year Pics and appt!

Yesterday Gavin had his 12 month check up and it went really good! He is 22.12 lbs in the 50%, height is 31 1/2" in the 90%! He is doing so well. He is right where he should be. The poor little guy had to get 4 shots! Yuck! He's been a bit fussy but he's doing good! Some of his favorite things to do right now are reading books and playing peek-a-boo from behind the couch! He is so smart and so fun! I love just watching run all over the place and get into everything. He makes us laugh so much! He truly is our pride and our joy! We are truly blessed to have him.

On Sat we went and finally got his one year old pics done at Target! It was so fun and he did really good. I had a really hard time choosing which ones. We got a killer deal too! Full price on all the pics I chose was around $165 and we paid $48.75!!! I guess that is one plus for working there! So here are a few of the ones we picked!

One Handsome Boy!!!!

Gavin got some church clothes for his birthday! He looked so cute and so grown up! I can't believe how big he is getting!

My Big One Year Old

Yesterday was Gavin's official first birthday! I can't believe it. All day yesterday I just kept thinking about the day he was born and how amazing it was to finally hold him. And now its been a whole year! He is the best baby in the whole world. He is such a sweet heart. I love how much he still loves to be held and loves to cuddle with his mama! I love watching him learn and discover new things. He amazes me everyday and I feel so blessed! I love him with all of my heart! Happy Birthday my sweet little boy!

Here is my sweet boy on the day he was born.

This is the outfit I got him for his birthday. It was still a little big. The pants kept falling down. It was too cute!

Here's my little man on his birthday. He wouldn't smile for me but he's still a cutie!