14 Years Old...

Today is my first born, Kelsee Paige's, 14th birthday. I still remember the day holding our first child in our arms and promising to her that I won't ever let anything happen to her and be the best mom. This is a promise you can't always keep I know because of the world we live in but I can try. It seems just like yesterday I made these promises to her. Kelsee is truely a daughter of God. She is kind hearted, loving, sweet, funny, beautiful, spiritual, talented, and caring. I thank God everyday for the beautiful blessing of being a mother. Kelsee is the perfect example of what a young women and sister should be. I am proud and amazed of her as she teaches, learns and respects those around her. I know as a mom you think all your children are wonderful and special (which they are without a doubt) but I can not tell you how many mother's, father's and young women have shared what "A special daughter I have" and tears from them appreciating her example and friendship. Hearing this from others makes my heart and soal weap with joy as I can't help but think her Oma' had a lot to do with this as she raized and loved for her everyday while Jamie and I work fulltime. We are best friends and the filling of this can't make a mother happier and proud. She is a perfect little mother to her sisters and those she tends and I know within my heart she will be the best mother to her own. Kelsee you make me smile everyday and the words cannot express enough the love and joy you bring to your dad's and I's life. Thank you for being you and choosing us to live our lives learning and loving the perfect example you are. I love you to the moon!

Summer Days...

Are there times that you sit and ponder at how special your children are and what a true blessing they are in your life. The days that you just sit and stare at their beauty within and out and know how proud they make you feel. The memories and trends they keep going with from when you were a child. The over joy of love and laughter spent with them each day. The examples they are and their God like spirits reminding you daily the meaning of "family". The simple joys of happiness. My girls are so special to me and they own my whole heart. They remind daily the meaning of life and love. I am truely grateful for their lives and example.

On a second note Kelsee took a writing class this year for school and brought me home this amazing entry. It brought tears to my eyes and reminded me of the fun times "back when" we spent them with Oma' and the simple things in life. She is an amazing young lady and a special person to all those around. There are days I wish I could call their Oma' and share stories and laughs with her. I am grateful to know that I will some day catch up on all our stories, hugs and kisses. But for know I have the joy of my "family". See the entry below from Kelsee.



Summer Days

I wake to the sweet smell of cinnamon being shaken. The sight of my grandma making her famous pies. The smile on her face once I’m spotted. The warm summer’s air blowing through an open window; the sun in the sky nearly blinding me with each glance I take. The heat; rising from the stove. My hands; white from kneading the fresh made dough. The way it feels as I press my palm into the center of the soft mixture. The birds chirping on the new grown trees. As I run outside; I feel the heat rush down my spine. I grab a stiff part of bark and work my way up the tall enormous tree. Once I reach the top I spot a crystal like object attached to a bright green leaf. I know right away it must be a caterpillar. Even yet; a butterfly that’s yet to come. Every day I watch the insect; until one day I see the process of a butterfly emerging from its wrapping; it spreads its wings and discovers the world for the first time. I leap to the ground and fly beside it; till I see it no longer. I lie upon the fresh cut grass and gaze in to the sky. I see all the birds flying in the air; enjoying the weather that’s been set this month. I pass the birds and peer to the clouds; to the shapes that have been made for child’s eyes to see. I see a flower; a bunny, and even a tree. These things are so marvelous to me. I join my family once again to feast on fresh picked raspberries and my grandmas cinnamon pies. With each bite I take, the flavor bursts in delight; but all is soon to be gone. Till this very day I eat fresh raspberries and pie; reminding me of the good summer days that once was shared.
By: Kelsee Forbes

Where Does Time Fly

It has been a while since my last post. Our lives have been busy but good. I am sharing a few new photos from Christmas. Will post soon.

She's 10...

On November 1st 2000 I gave birth to our sweet Mattee Lynn. She has grown up so fast. I would say out of all my girls Mattee is the most independent child. She is very intelligent, smart, tough, hard headed, sweet, loving 10 year old I know. She loves school and friends. She has friends calling her all the time. She loves to try new things and loves to be challenged. For her birthday she wanted Harry Potter Lego's. She started on them and would not ask for any help. She has the directions on her lap putting each piece together (300 pieces). She wants to do it on her own. She is like this in a lot of ways. Her independence has matured her and has broadened her way of thinking. She is a very bright and loving young girl. She loves to cuddle, laugh, draw, paint her nails, ride her scooter, help cook, read, make others happy and most of all loves being a big sister. Avree and Hadlee will go to her bedroom door and knock wanting her to come hold or play with them. Mattee has just the right touch to put our little angels to sleep. She collects erasers (just as I did when I was little) and has close to 100 of them. She loves to start new collections. She has collected anything from bracelets, erasers, pet shop, lip gloss down to rubber bands. She reminds me so much of myself when I was growing up. She has her mind set and when it doesn't go the way she wants she will argue or change things so that it does. I can see her being a powerful women as she gets older and starts working and raising a family of her own. I love our Mattee mavis with all my heart and we are so truly blessed to have her in our lives. She is truly a blessing! I love you baby girl.

Happy 14th Anniversary

Today Jamie and I celebrate our 14th Anniversary. The years have gone by so fast! I have enjoyed these 14 years with my best friend, husband, soul mate and my girls' father. We have grown old together, raised 4 beautiful and healthy daughters, have moved a number of times, survived him working in Wyoming and being away from us, have become stronger through our trials, finish each others sentences, know what each other are thinking without having to say a word, grown stronger spiritually, made family traditions and memories all because of our LOVE and RESPECT for each other. I thank our Lord ever day for such a wonderful man. I look forward to spending all my years of aging with YOU and making every moment and memory count. I love you to eternity and back. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY SPARKY!

Look who's one TOMORROW....

Can you beleive our little Hadlee Belle (feels like we just brought this little spirit into the world yesterday) turns 1 tomorrow! Hadlee is a joy to our family. She has the sweetest little personality. Here are some updates on Hadlee over the year that we have watched and enjoyed...

1. Lots of curly strawberry blonde hair
2. Scoots on her bottom and arm(never crawls)
3. Has four teeth
4. Says mama, dad, ball, bell (our lab), dog, baba, hi, bye, woah, that, go, no, gam (grandma), lili (her nickname), hello
5. Gives lots of kisses and hugs
6. Shares
7. Loves food and to feed herself
8. Loves to smile
9. Loves her sisters
10. Hates to swim
11. Loves to play with baby dolls and give them big slobery kisses
12. Loves her blankets
13. Loves her baba
14. Big beautiful blue eyes
15. Points at everything
16. Pulls herself up and will stand on her own for a few seconds
17. Loves to play with her sister's kitchen playset
18. Loves animals
19. When we go to feed the ducks but instead of feeding them she eats the bread
20. Wants to walk
21. Likes to play in Max's food and water bowl
22. Loves to play in her dall house
23. Makes cheese faces
24. Loves the outdoors
25. Loves to play with balls
26. Weighs 23 pounds
27. Drinks from a staw
28. Dances to music
29. Plays ring around the rosies
30. Puts on hats
31. Talks on her play phone
32. Likes to eat paper
33. Loves to play patty-cake
34. Loves to look and listen to books
35. Always happy
36. Very tickelish
37. Gives "5"
38. Waves hi and bye
39. Sensative
40. Hits and pinches (not a good thing)
41. Screams
42. See's in the dark (always scoots through the dark from our room to her sisters rooms)
43. A firm grip (we have a hard time prying her from things)
44. Plays peek-a-boo
45. Like to try to climb into mom and dads bed to sleep
46. Likes to hold hands
I could go on and on about our precious little angel. She is a joy and blessing in our lives. She is full of love, laughter and beuty. She has blessed each and everyone of us. We love you so much Hadlee Belle. Happy Birthday to our baby girl!