Monday, April 26, 2010

Always Keeping Busy

So, it's been a while... but I have a good excuse for not being so diligent about blogging. First of all, this little one keeps me so busy. I think we have hit the teething stage and it seems that Grace is always a little grumpy. She does have her cute and happy moments though and I am amazed by all the new milestones she accomplishes.

My second good excuse, as some of you may know, I still work about 20 hrs a week for the clinic I worked full time at before having this little one. I have been doing medical transcription from home... it's a huge blessing. I also work a few hours every Saturday and teach a class for overweight children twice a week. It's fun to have other things to occupy my time, but it definitely can be pretty busy at times.

Last week, my friend Lindsey and I had a little photo shoot with Grace:

And of course I find some time for crafting. I made this onsie for a friend who actually had her baby prematurely... she probably won't be wearing it for a while because she is so tiny.
And I find some time for running. Grace loves the jogging stroller, but we'll have to start going early in the morning since it's starting to heat up.
And I also have to thank our little sweetie for being born on the 31st of December (just 4 hrs. short of the tax deduction deadline!). Thank you, Grace, for helping mommy and daddy with a little extra money.
I just can't resist those big blue eyes. Love you Grace!
And before I forget, my friend Emily took some amazing pictures of our family. I tried uploading them, but I was having some technical difficulties. So if you want to see some more pics of our little fam click here. There are also some pics from her blessing. Em, your awesome... thank you for some great memories!

And one more thing... little Grace has become such a copycat. It's amazing how much of an influence you can have on a little one.

8 lovely notes:

flower7657 said...

Such cute pictures Cara! I loved the ones you took! Great job. And Steve...great job teaching little Grace to smack her lips! haha It's cute when they are little! Love you guys! She is growing up so fast! Love Nana

Amy said...

That's a cute video. All these skills these kids have! Jacob can click, Eliza can hiss, and Gracie can smack! I love Steve's adoring face the best. That's awesome.

Mike said...

Hey,
This is Mike Darley. Heidi Hansen just forwarded me your blog. It looks like you guys are doing well. I hear Steve is studying for boards (step 1?). Good luck with everything there. I hate standardized tests, but what can you do other than try to spank them. Cute kids.

Take Care.

Lenice said...

Cute pictures and what a funny video. She is sure a cutie!!

Tara and Ricky said...

So stinking cute Cara! I checked out your little family pictures and they are ADORABLE!!! I think we are going to take some family ones when Davis hits 6 months in about a month. Are you not just loving this stage in their little lives???!!! I always think that every new stage is my favorite... Funny how that works:) Let us know if you guys are ever back in Utah and have some time. We would love to see you! Miss you!

Anonymous said...

Oh Gracie is so big! Teething, oh my how fast they grow. Great updates and photo's loved the peek!
Love and miss you both-Heidi

Emily said...

What a cute video. It's fun to see her in action! :)

Lyndsey and Joseph said...

She is so adorable, I just love her. Those pictures look so good of the three of you, and her blessing outfit was beautiful. Hope your are doing well I miss you and little Gracie we need to hang out again soon.