Madelaine is Walking

Madelaine, with the encouragement of Alli, finally took her first steps without assistance January 20. She was having a great time taking one or two steps, then falling down giggling.

I can't imagine what Madelaine was giggling about with Alli!?

Don't call us, its the Fourth

Every year we spend the fourth of July in Richfield; no exceptions! Brandon has only missed it twice (and he was on his mission, so those two times don't really count). It is redneck celebrating at its best. What would the fourth be without family (sporting matching t-shirts), good food, diaper derbies, parades featuring trucks and tractors, uncle Vics cotton candy, bounce houses, and a front lawn covered in tents? Yup we wouldn't miss it. Madelaine's first fourth was a tiring success!

Our patrotic baby tuckered out!

The family was in the shade this year.

Madelaine checking out the candy Dad scored for her. Oh, the candy lover in training.

Tinfoil dinners at Monrovian Park.

Hiking up waterfall canyon. Luckily for Andy there weren't any snakes this year.

Madelaine would have nipped this contest in the bud if it were a few months later. Our diaper derby winner!

Crazy Cousins

When Madelaine was first born Allison was so excited to meet her in the hospital. Since their introductions they have become inseparable. Wherever Allison goes she takes Madelaine with her, whether they crawl, or walk hand in hand. Madelaine squeals and waves her arms with excitement when she hears her cousins at the door. We are so lucky to be able to enjoy Allison and Ian's company every day.

Ian is always there to comfort Madelaine and make her giggle. These cousins have crazy, fun whenever they are together.

First Pig-Tails

These first pig-tails occurred in July.

Shout out to Centerville

First, congratulations to Jess!! She is getting married in T minus thirty six days and counting. We are so excited for her. Welcome to the family Jordan! I'm not sure what this face is that Madelaine is making... elation, excitement, fear, or maybe she is just a freezing chili. Thanks for the onesie, Jess. We love you.

Shout out to Seattle

Thanks to Michelle and Korynne for the super cute outfit for Madelaine. This was one of my favorites and I was bummed when she grew out of it.

April Conference Weekend

The time seems to fly by so quickly, and a lot has happened since my last post, so here is an attempt to catch up. April's General Conference was inspiring, and a special one because we spent it at the Barker's cabin, with family. Brandon and I had the opportunity to go snowshoeing together. It was so amazing! The last time we went, I was pregnant. I didn't realize how much I missed it. The snow was falling and everything was fresh and serene. Thank you to Grandma and Heather for keeping Madelaine company while we were gone.

It was one of the first times Madelaine spent a lot of time with her cousins and she had a ball. She loves her cousin Josh.