Styx

Steve and I had the awesome opportunity to see Styx in concert in Muskogee, OK VIP. It was INCREDIBLE!! We were in a smaller auditorium with only about 300 people and about 20 feet away was Styx. And did I mention that it was all free... yes I said free. Steve and I "Sailed Away" to this non - "Grand Illusion" for two awesome full hours. I could have stroked Tommy Shaw over and over but I just watched other women do so and held on tight to Steve. It was such a treat and I loved every single minute.

It's Bella Bean's 1st Birthday Party

Back in the Saddle Again...and time has flown by

Here is an overview of the past several months via pictures.

Harper - Fast Friends

Proud Pops!

Harper Finn Ellison came into the world 7 weeks after Isabella. This was our first opportunity to meet him. He is not only so cute but Isabella's future body guard. She was so mesmerized and wanted to hug, kiss, touch, and talk to him. It was so fun to finally meet him and catch up with Brian and Suzzette. Our social outings together have definitely changed it is take out now and discussions on feeding, sleeping, and shooting poop! We are so glad that they have joined the baby world with us. Many more exciting stories and events still to come. Yahoo for Harper!!

Teething

Isabella started teething over a month ago with no sign of teeth. Sad for her but good for mom and breastfeeding! However, she is still the most amazing happy baby because you would never know it. In fact the only times we know that her teeth are bothering her are when she wants to chew on anything hard that she can get her mouth on or "the face." The face is when she tries to massage her gums with her tongue. She goes back and forth over and over again with her tongue. We happened to catch it during our Valentine's photo opp.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Isabella and her cousin Kayelyn are becoming better friends, in fact the picture taking was a dream for Kayelyn and surprisingly enjoying for Isabella.
Kayelyn would often kiss her on the head and cheek throughout the time, thinking she was such a big girl to be holding her and Isabella actually enjoying it.

First Feeding

Jumper

Bella loves Grandma's jumper but most of the time she is peeking around to make sure that she isn't missing out on the fun somewhere else.

Isabella's Blessing Day

This was an awesome day and we are so grateful for those who came to support us. Steve did a wonderful job blessing our little Isabella. Two sad things occured throughout the day... one being the day had to end and everyone had to leave. The second is I was so enthrolled in the excitement of the day that I didn't get pictures of Isabella in her blessing gown with everyone there. But here are a few that were taken.. Thanks!

Christmas in Idaho

Steve, Isabella, and I had a wonderful White Christmas season. Thank you to all of the family that was able to come to Idaho for a spell. It was so great to spend some quality time and share our beautiful girl with you. I was privy to The Quinn DeMordaunt Spa, family fun, and Kyle and Melissa's Brie Bake... twice. I'm sad to think that Santa probably didn't bring as much as normal to the rest of you. I think he dropped most of it at 961 East 25th. Isabella was completely enthused with the wrapping paper and her Baby Doll (my old baby doll). She finally had someone smaller than her that she wanted to talk to or I guess she thought could relate to her. She also loved her cousins and can't wait to see them again soon.