Ryan and Christy

2010 goal accomplished............kindof

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Sounds silly, I know. One of my goals going into 2010 (that's right... 2010, not 2011) was to blog about each one of my close family members on their birthday and let them know how much I adore them and appreciate having them in my life. Well, it's obvious to see I didn't accomplish that goal. However, I still wanted to justify and at least acknowledge the ones that I missed.

In July it was Colter's, Brewer's, Bryce's, and Dad's birthday.

Colter had a very special birthday this month because

he turned 8! He was baptized and confirmed

in September and we are very proud of him!

August is by FAR the busiest month of the year when it comes to

birthdays. This month has always been my favorite month

of the year, and to be honest I'm not sure why.

It starts with Summer, then Anika, Carter, Me(on the 9Th for

those that can't remember ;)), Jon, Kate and Andy

(on the same day! Kate has always had a special bond with her

Uncle Andy from day 1), and I can never forget the one who has

done so much for me throughout my life, my Mother.

In September it's Jon's and my wonderful Husbands birthday.

Both of these guys are so good to Kate, and she loves them dearly (as do I)!

For October we have lovely Taylor, cute Jackson, awesome Uncle Greg, and both Grandmas on Ryan's side of the family; Grandma Moffitt and Grandma Bennett. November starts off with my wonderful Mother in law's birthday, then Parker (another great uncle!), and last but certainly not the least we have Lexi's birthday. She is one lucky girl because every other year she gets to celebrate her big day at the Happiest Place on Earth!
Now we have December, Jason and Boston! What a great way to end the year!
To everyone, thank you so much for being a part of my life. You probably don't realize it but each and every one of you have made a special impact on my life. You have made me a better person, and for that I am grateful for you. I hope you all had great birthdays, and that the year to follow is a spectacular one. I love you all and HAPPY belated BIRTHDAY!!!!!

Taggart Beck

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

My adorable nephew was born June 30, 2010. There is actually a funny story behind this! About 7 pm I got a phone call from my brother asking me if I would come to the house for an hour or two so they could go to the hospital to get Lindsi checked. (Her due date wasn't until July 20th?) Once they got there, she was dilated far enough so they kept her! Her doctor (the best doctor out there :)) came in at about 11:50pm and asked Parker and Lindsi if they wanted a June or July baby. They said July. So they were just hanging out waiting for the 10 minutes to pass. Dr. Smith asked what time it was, and it was 11:58. Only 2 more minutes. . . One minute later, Dr. Smith looked down, and little Tagg's head was popping out. Apparently he didn't want a July Birthday!

Mr. Tagg at the hospital

Tagg showing off his gorgeous eyes down at Yuba lake.

Tagg's birth announcement.

I feel so honored to have 13 nieces and nephews!

Tagg is such a wonderful addition to this family!

I love you Tagg!

p.s. Lindsi, I stole these cute pictures from your blog.

Hope you don't mind. Your pictures are so much better than the ones I have.

Craig Edwin

This year my Dad's birthday fell on Father's day. It's always bitter sweet when that happens. I'm trying really hard to be better about not having big days (like his birthday, Father's Day, or the day he passed away) be a sad day. My sister is a great example to me, and on days like that, she makes it a big celebration about remembering his life, and all the good things he did while he was here, and remembering all the good memories we have of him. I'm trying to follow her example!

Ryan, Kate, and I went to visit Dad on his birthday and Father's Day.

Kate's first visit to Grandpa's grave.

She was so happy to be there!

I remember this day like it was yesterday! I felt so LUCKY to have my Dad baptize me. He had been really sick, and didn't know if he would be able to do it. He had lost his voice completely. I knew he wanted to be the one to baptize me, and he did everything in his power to make that happen! Since his voice was gone, my wonderful Grandpa confirmed me. I feel honored to have the 2 most important men in my life at the time perform those ordinances for me.

I don't remember what the occasion was, but my brother copied this picture,

framed it, and gave to all his sisters. It's such a classy picture! Thanks Parker!

Dad with all of his brothers. From Left to right:

Barry, Kent, Lane, Nyle, Dad.

My Dad getting into Uncle Barry's plane.

Dad, I know your soarin' high looking over all of us. I know you want nothing but the best for us. I'm trying hard to make you proud!

Happy late Birthday Dad!

I love you more than words can say.

Lindsi Ann

Now that it's taken me 4, almost 5 months to get back on here. . . I thought I would finally post some pictures of my wonderful sister in law. I had a lot of fun going back 5 years and looking at all my pictures. Lindsi, there are so many pictures of us that has brought back wonderful memories! Here are just a few. (I probably should have done more recent ones, but oh well!)

Right before I quit Jet Blue, we went on a sister's trip to New York,

and had the time of our life! In this picture we had just gotten done seeing Wicked.

I couldn't resist adding this picture! One year in Jackson, we got the Old
Fashion pictures taken, and I think we had too much fun messing around.

Lindsi and I right after we had Brewer and Kate.

The beautiful Smith family.

(Minus their newest addition, Tagg.)

I'm sorry its taken so long adding the pictures, but it's better late than never, Right?

I hope you had a great birthday!

Lindsi Ann

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Happy Happy birthday Lindsi! I hope you had a fabulous day, as you deserve it. Thanks for being such a wonderful sister. You have taught me so much! I love how crafty you are. Every time we get together you have something new to teach me. And just when I start to figure out that project, you already have something new to show me. Thank you for sharing your creativeness and talents with me! You are a wonderful mother, have the best kids, and a husband who would do anything for you. My computer is currently not working, so I don't have access to all my wonderful photo's. . . Sorry Linds! As soon as our computer starts working, Ill post some.

I love you, and Happy Birthday!