Lost Camera

 I know this may be hard to believe. But as you will recall, we lost our camera. I know what you're thinking, 

"really!? you guys!?...but you're so organized and always have it together." 

I know, I know. Must have been a fluke.

Anyways, here are a few photos to catch up on a the main events that got lost with our old camera.

Cousin Jacob's and Brittany's Wedding...the kids were flower girl and ring bearer.

 Ryan and I had an awesome 4 day get-away in a little airbnb cabin right on the fall river, coffee, breakfast on the river, exploring the mountain towns and rivers...it was awesome! Thank you mom and dad Hayes!

Ryan surprised me with an Ozomatli concert date...although I'm certain baby #3 enjoyed the music and dancing as well since there was quite a bit of both, loud and strong the whole night. Ryan even invited my sister along "so I could have someone to dance with." My husband is awesome.

Ryan went to Hawaii for Dave and Liannes Wedding.

 

Good Chico Times!

Problem Solver

Kaila solves problems. She wanted more syrup.  I was outside,

so she got it.

..Add that to your store list today Ryan!

New Camera Test

It's kinda embarassing. We've been through about three point and shoot digital cameras. Every single time it says "zoom lens error," and upon a bit of research, it looks like something is stuck in the lens, probably a piece of sand. Part of the problem is that we always want to take pictures in cool places, ie, the beach, camping, hikes...places where sand, leaky waterbottles and sticky fingers abound. So, with a bit or research, I decided to try out a "Rugged Camera.." 

Supposedly,

     It's waterproof.

It's freeze proof.

It's dust/sand proof.

It can be dropped on concrete.

Sounds about right for our family. Here are a few pics from breakfast this morning, testers. Looks pretty good to me!

Blessings

As I look at these pictures, I can only think of the undeserved, abundant blessings that my family and I have in our lives right now. These pictures capture only a fraction of them, Ryan, Josiah and Kaila, my sisters and parents on both sides, other dear friends who have gone out of their way and put time aside to lavish me with love recently, awesome neighbors...the list goes on. 

I am so, so thankful. I cannot say that enough.

 

 These girls planned a Blessing Way for me and surprised me with this maternity shoot...the entire evening was absolutely beautiful. I have never had a photo shoot before, and it was a touching way to celebrate our third baby, my final (as far as we are concerned) pregnancy, and prepare for delivery. These women constantly impact my life and shape who I am, pushing me towards Christ and urging me to live has He lived. They encourage me to put movement to my feet to serve others and to continually fuel the love in my heart for Him.

Boy's World

J-" Im chewing gum. Do you like my gum? (proudly shows Kaila and I the white-chewy glob in his mouth he's chewing on.)"

Me- " Where did you get that J? Did you get that from mommy's purse?"

J- "No."

Me-"Where did you get that?"

J- "It's just...an earplug!!" (Flashes a HUGE, proud grin that looks a tad bit guilty at the same time). 

Now I'm laughing but trying to be a bit scolding as well, knowing that he got it well-used from beside Ryan's side of the bed. 

Me- EEEEEEWWWWW!!! Josiah! That's so gross!! That's gross!"

J- "What? The earplug or cuz I farted?" (a terrible smell wafts around the room)

The End

Second Cousins

 

 Kaila (2.5 yrs), Ella (3.5 yrs), Seth, (7yrs, left side of box), Oliver (4yrs), Josiah (3.5 yrs) and Elliot (20 months, back of box) ; )

 

Beach Day...Update for Ryan xoxox

Josiah, runnin the show, Ellie and Wyatt. (Erica's kids, 4th cousins)

Josiah, Seth and Oliver, rompin in the waves,   killing bad guys, building castles and taking sandcrab hostages.

(Rose's kiddos, second cousins.)

From left to right, just a few of the next generation of cousins, Oliver, Seth, Wyatt (the white "standing blanket" figure), Jade (top), Ellie (chair), Josiah and Kaila,

A crew of them playing frizbee with Tata...

Lovin the warm San Diego Beach!

Miss you Ryan, have a great fun weekend. Can't wait to see you when we get back...