Finding Importance In The Name I Carry

Tonight I finally learned the importance of upholding your family name. That concept has always bothered me a bit, why should what *I* do matter? Who cares about the name of the family, it should be about individual people! But now I realize how much went into ME. I wouldn't be here without the parent's whose name I carry, or without my grandparents who also reside in me.

My grandfather's memorial service was held in the La Habra LDS building where all his prodigy attended. We enjoyed stories about papa and watched a slide show. In it were many photos of him, but also a live interview that had me laughing at what a character he is. I was overcome with love for him and gratitude that I have been blessed to be his descendant. He was a strong man in the gospel and taught his children to love The Lord. He raised five children on his own, all of whom remained faithful followers of Christ. So far each of his grandsons have served full time missions (9 down, 4 to go). I am amazed at what one person has left behind and I am so proud to be his granddaughter. The love I feel for him and my entire family inspires me to live in a way that would uphold our name and allow others to know what a great man I come from. I hope to teach my children this deep love and pride for family so that they, in turn, will be proud of their names.

To Me You Are Perfect

On The Eve Of Christmas Eve

Although you hadn't fully worked out the logistics in your mind, you were sure that Santa had given this candy cane to you. Ok, so really Aunt Karlee did, but Santa gave it to her! The look on your face was priceless when you realized that you had already received your Christmas wish.

Writing to Remember

I never want to forget how good it feels to snuggle a sleeping 2 1/2 month old baby. As I hold her, tummy to tummy, I'm wondering how she could already be big enough to reach her legs halfway down my thighs. She smells so fresh from bath time; her fluffy hair is wonderful to nuzzle into. I love how her cubby tummy pancakes against mine. Every time she squirms there is a tiny grunt or squeak. My heart is bursting with love for her, and gratitude to my lord for letting me be her mother.

An Update, FINALLY!

I know, it's been a long time since I've blogged on here, and even longer since I mentioned how our family is doing.

We are doing great! We love our little family and are having so much fun watching Evelyn change each day. Her personality is so happy and social, she always makes me smile. The 23rd was her 4 month b-day! It's hard to believe how fast time is flying. Some of her favorite 'tricks' are standing up with us supporting her (she's loved this one since 2 months), trying hard to play pat-a-cake with me, grabbing her feet and talking non-stop to the ceiling or her toys. The biggest highlight for us was when she laughed! She's only done it a few times, but we LOVE it!

What we've been up to

A LOT has happened since July fourth. Evelyn's changes alone are too many to list. But to sum things up quickly, we are still loving California (but haven't even gone to the beach...can you believe it!!!?). Evie can say some words and crawl, but it's more like a scoot with one leg in front and one sorta behind; I should probably take a picture of that now that I think of it. And speaking of pictures, I am working on getting some professional photography gigs! I just started up a new blog, so add it to your reader :). It's kara-rush.blogspot.com. Here is one of the images:



So stop by the new blog and let me know what you think!

Happy 4th!

Mike had to work when we took this pic but he says happy Independence Day too!