Love For Dad

James loves his Daddy SO much. 

They make quite the pair!

I am so in love with my boys!

Another Beautiful Bonney Lake Sunset

Day on the Boat

We had beautiful weather last Saturday 

(for most of the day, anyway). 

Grandpa took us out on the boat for a cruise to Gig Harbor.

Excited for the first outing of the season- 

even more excited for crab season to open!

Beautiful views of the city.

James loves being out on the boat!

We took a walk through Gig Harbor, got some ice cream...

 ... and this kid was pooped! Time for a nap on the cruise home!

Senior Prom

Brett attended his senior prom last weekend- 

a memory that will last forever!

He took the lovely Christine as his date.

Classy.

All of Brett's friends came to my parent's house for dinner before going to the dance.

The guys:

That's SO my brother.

The girls:

Posing for the photo...

...but here's how it actually went!

Cute.

Congratulations Brett!

Ultrasound and Baby Updates!

We had another ultrasound today- 

At our 20 week ultrasound (about a month ago) the doctor wanted us to come back to take another look. 

Good news- our beautiful baby is perfect and healthy! Prayers answered! 

The ultrasound technician said that the baby was giving her "beautiful views" and they were able to get all the pictures they want.

I was especially excited to get another look. We could see so much more detail this time around. We were even able to watch the baby "drink" and move its mouth for a few minutes! A good sign according to the doctor, he/she is getting practice for when it comes time to nurse.  The little belly and bladder were full too, so we know that baby's an eater!  So fun!

Such a perfect little profile :)

Tiny little toes!

Flexing that arm!

The movements in my tummy are becoming bigger and bigger. I was able to see the baby kick from outside my belly for the first time last week! 

It's the best feeling.

We brought James to our appointment a few weeks ago- he got to hear the baby's heartbeat with us. I'm so excited for him to be a big brother.

Here's a belly picture taken at 23 weeks:

Counting down the weeks- 15 to go!

Spring Time in the Backyard

We've been enjoying lots of barbeques in the backyard on these sunny spring days.

Probably twice a week we hang out outside while James splashes in the fountain and Matt grills dinner.

I've been excited to see what pops up in the garden.

James likes to help me work in the yard while I pull weeds.

The grill master- tonight, pork chops!

I wonder what summer has in store??

I can't wait to find out!!

A Very Happy Mothers Day

Mothers Day was perfect this year, I couldn't have imagined a better day with my family- nothing exciting, just quality together time.  

Matt made a delicious brunch for my mom, brother and me. 

Vegetarian quiche, fruit salad and bacon. 


I have the sweetest husband! Best part- he did all the dishes, too.

James helped, of course!

Uncle Brett and James had a great time playing cars.

Check out the big giggles:

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Mothers.

 Love for Tutu!

Later we took a long walk and an outing to the park.

James is loving the big toy!

Someday, Dad!

Discovering pinecones!

My little climber...

The little one who made me a mommy!

Later in the evening: Grandma, Grandpa, Amanda and Adalae joined us for dinner.

Fun times throwing rocks in the fountain with Grandpa B.

Happy Mothers Day!