Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Happy Birthday Bella #13



Isabella Arsenia is now a teenager. And usually this is when people warn us about the teenage years...but here is 13 reason we am glad that she is our teenager:
1. She is very loving and thoughtful
2. She is totally and undeniable BEAUTIFUL!!!
3. She is very smart and wants to excel.
4. She puts up with her siblings and includes them and is the one they run to for love and support.
5. She plays the piano and continues to improve her talents.
6. She is forgiving- which is hard when you feel things as deeply as she does.
7. She doesn't exclude - even if others aren't the most "popular".
8. She is helpful with her younger siblings- even if it kills her.
9. She has a strong faith in God and Jesus Christ.
10.She looks for the good in the world- whether through writing or pictures.
11. She loves to read and there have been times we have had to stop her so she will pay attention!
12. She LOVES chocolate and would probably eat her own fingers if they were covered in it.
13. Her parents are in awe that God would not only trust us, but bless us with this girl.

There is so many more wonderful things to say about her! We love you Bella!

Friday, July 9, 2010

Gone to Grandma's

What was she thinkin'? Every year my mom has taken he kids for a week or so, but this year she took them for 3 WEEKS!!! Louie and I have had quiet...calmness.... and loneliness!! They are due to come home on the 16th and we are very excited to see them. They have been having fun with their Utah cousins and their very loving uncle who treats them to junk food and a movie.
We have enjoyed sitting around and watching the TV, going to St. George and painting and doing other projects. I have to say though, it certainly has us realizing how much joy and life they bring to the house.

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