THE Smile

Elena smiled for the first time on May 19th, but we were finally able to snag a photo of it today!

How cute is this?!



Nothing like a baby's smile.

Love These

A couple photos of my mom with Elena that I love!




So thankful she's been able to love on each of our babes as tiny ones, no matter the distance.

8

Not sure how eight years have gone by already. I thought I'd feel that certain sadness that comes with another year passing and seeing your babies grow up in the blink of an eye. But I don't feel that so much today. I think it's because of how he is as a big brother. He's the best. Plays FBI with the little brother, reads books and dances with the toddler sister, and holds the tiny infant sister like a pro. And as you can see in the photo, he's proud of it all.

He's a pretty remarkable son too. A heart so big, it makes me swell with pride. We're proud to be his parents. Clay, you've made the past eight years pretty special. Love, love, love you. Happy 8th Birthday!

Feeling Fancy at 1 Month

This post is a day late. Couldn't log into Blogger all day yesterday. But these pics are to commemorate our precious Elena's first month of life.



This little girl's presence in our family has made life so rich.



Even though she's only a month old, I feel like she's been here forever. Guess that's just how deeply I love her.



Elena, there are no words to describe my love and affection for you. You have blessed and enriched my life tremendously. We're so glad you're here. We're so glad you're you.

Love you, sweet girl.

Mother's Day

A blessed mother am I.



Three generations.



A blessed daughter am I.

Easter Bunnies

My pretty Easter girls!



Holding hands with Grandma.

An Easter Baptism

Clayton was baptized today. A very special moment. He waited until today to do it because he wanted some of his extended family to be here for the celebration. Ronnie's parents and brother were able to share in this special occasion, along with several of our church friends. Ronnie and his dad actually baptized Clay. No words really to express how I felt watching it. The last 12 days have provided me with two incredibly treasured memories. My heart is full.