Thanksgiving:
This was the only picture I captured of our 2015 Thanksgiving. Although I was bummed I didn't make time to take a family picture, it was nice not worrying about being behind a camera. Besides, how more appropriate can you get than a pie picture for Thanksgiving? :)
Jayze loves pie, so it's our tradition to make at least four different kinds every year: mixed berry, apple, pumpkin, and french silk. So yummy. I think I gained 20 more pounds from pie alone (hopefully an exaggeration).
This year I was thankful for so many things: a roof over my head, Jayze's great job, my two boys, yummy food, and all of our good health. But my thoughts kept turning to my Savior Jesus Christ and how grateful I am for Him. He has provided many tender mercies for our family and for me, and my heart was full.
For some reason I was a little homesick this year, so it was nice spending Thanksgiving with one of the couples in our ward. We're both in similar situations: college, jobs, toddlers...and it was fun playing games, talking, watching our kids play, and eating, eating, eating.
Family Pictures:
We hadn't had family pictures taken for a few months and realized the fall season was a beautiful time to take them. Unfortunately fall came and went much faster than I wanted it to, but I finally reached out to our friend and she was able to take our pictures. Despite the lack of colorful leaves, the pictures turned out beautiful.
It was hard getting Aidan to smile because he loves looking on the other side of the camera. But I was glad our photographer was able to capture a few shots that definitely depict his personality. He is such a handsome little man, and I love him so much. It's bittersweet to watch him grow up and reach more and more milestones. I'm loving the walking stage and how he can understand more of what we say to him. He is such a sweet boy.
Thanks for capturing our family, Crystal!
Pregnancy:
This section deserves a post all on its own, but I'll write more details about it later. Because of blood tests, we found out we're having another baby boy around 11 weeks along. So many boys! Jayze and I are so funny - we both thought AGAIN that we were having a baby girl. Nope! We are excited for another brother to join our family, though. This pregnancy has already had its ups and downs in so many ways - some physical, but mostly emotional. I'm just trying to work through all the emotional and physical challenges that come with pregnancy after loss and trying to keep up the faith. Prayers are much appreciated! :) All that said, I feel immensely blessed to be pregnant again no matter what happens.
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| Aidan just wanted to walk and walk and walk! |
Looking forward to Christmas that's just around the corner! Right now we're snow globe living, but crossing our fingers for good travel weather.
