Have to brag a little bit because GUYS MY BOYFRIEND IS IN A BAND. And he can play all the instruments and he’s amazing. This is the second gig these guys have played and they are SO talented and I’m so proud of them! They sound awesome and are so fun to watch. I’m totally a lame groupie who brings the baby along but WHO CARES.
I’ll do a whole big long crazy post in May when Randy actually walks, but I have to mention here how amazing he is.
Randy has worked his tail off and is finally DONE with his undergrad! He graduated with a degree in accounting from the University of Utah after tons of trial and error, switching schools, and uncertainty. He has worked so so so so crazy hard for this and I have never, ever been more proud of him. He’s got an amazing path laid right out at his feet and it’s incredible to see his hard work pay off.
Babe. You did it.
We had an awesome weekend celebrating my mom graduating from college! She went back to get her Master’s Degree in English and she is such an inspiration! She worked so hard, was published multiple times, and was even offered an assistantship to teach some classes while getting her degree. She’s always been a great example of how hard work, dedication, and ambition can result in great things. It’s awesome to have a mom who shows us regularly that women can do great things.
We had an amazing weekend with my siblings hanging out, going to lunch, playing games, and celebrating my mom.
Also, Sweet Whimsy Cakes created this GLORIOUS cake that I envisioned and it was delicious and just so beautiful. We included Moby Dick on it because my mom had an entire class on this novel, and our family felt like we basically read it too because of how much we discussed it!
Proud of you mama!
One thing we didn’t get a picture of was our family December service project. Every year Randy and I try to do some kind of service project to help at Christmas time. This year we worked with Christmas Box International to get toys to kids in Utah foster care. We were given two little boys to shop for (exactly Graham’s age) and it was SO amazing to go out and buy their toys, then take them to a giant warehouse filled with other toys for these kids. I love being involved with these like this, especially at the holiday time. The Utah Department of Workforce Services Family and Child division always needs donations of diapers, wipes, binkys, formula, and more. Check it out to see if you can help!
December has been fully loaded with lots of wintry, Christmasy wonderfulness. I have to pinch myself because I can’t believe we get to do Christmas with our little guy! We’ve decorated, started our Christmas countdown, have played in the snow, read some awesome books, spent time with family, made yummy treats, and I’m just so excited for this season!
I didn’t take hardly any photos on Thanksgiving! That’s how crazy it is with a baby and how much fun we were having! We got to spend time with both of our families which was awesome. Graham got spoiled rotten and we ate delicious food. Graham is obsessed with eating and was just in heaven trying all the different treats and sides. No turkey for him, yet!
Graham also got to help bake the pies before Thanksgiving which was so cute and fun!
I have been the worst at posting!
November has consisted of a bunch of fun things for our family!
Randy and I went and saw Come From Away which was AMAZING. I loved it SO much. It was hilarious, and so inspirational at the same time. The music was wonderful and it was really just an amazing show.
We also went and saw The Nutcracker with my sister which was the best. It always makes me tear up when I think about my time dancing at The Clytie Adams School of Ballet, doing those same dances. It’s really the best part of the Christmas season.
We’ve spent time with family and friends, and it’s really been a beautiful month!
This year has been magic and I have SO much to be grateful for.
For the best baby boy in the universe who loves cuddles, laughs, and has the sweetest personality.
For a sweet husband who works hard for our family.
For an amazing job that is flexible and allows me to be with Graham.
For a smooth delivery of our little baby.
For my family and Randy’s family who are so good to us.
For our friends who make our life fun and help us still feel cool even though we’re old parents now.
For the exciting things that are coming ahead with Randy graduating and his internship.
For Target and fuzzy blankets and good smelling candles.
For chocolate treats and all of Graham’s cute little cousins.
For a million hands to help us with moving and babysitting and everything else.
For long walks with G in the stroller.
For Netflix original movies and good books.
For a loving Savior and God who help me when I fall short, which is often.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
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