that chub

I know I promised more Spring pictures..
but while editing I came across these and couldn't resist.
It's so bittersweet seeing her grow up. I love the new expressions,
the new laughter, the new sounds, but I do miss the newborn phase.

I guess that's why you end up wanting more :)


Again, can I say I love my new lens? these are totally unedited photos :)

Easter Morning

Maggie's first Easter. She loved her Easter basket (Thanks Nonna Bev) but mostly wanted to put everything in her mouth. Have I mentioned that everything goes in her mouth these days? It makes me laugh.

And she loves blowing bubbles. And her bumbo.

And my moment of happiness- I got a new camera lens, which means these were all straight unedited from the camera (except the two black and white) huzzah!!

PS. Thank you Sister Leonard for the beautiful outfit and hair bow... so beautiful!

the magster with family

I love that fat face.
These are pictures from Maggie's baby blessing with all the family here.. Here are a few candid photos I shot :)

Oh Baby.

We had Maggie's Baby Blessing on Sunday. It was beautiful and simple.

The dress is a very special story- one of those tender mercies of the Lord. To sum it up- my Aunt Cherie bought it in Riberiao Preto, Brasil before I was born , I wore it when I was blessed, I served my mission in that same city Riberiao Preto, Brasil..Amazing huh? So we thought we would bless little Maggie in it.

Our happy little baby- I finally got some pictures of her smiling!

A Beuatiful day for our beautiful little girl (who still sports a mohawk.. it won't go any other way.)

Dear World

My mom has been slacking in keeping up the blog, so I will fill in for her. She has been super busy taking care of me (muahaha) and working while I sleep. But here is what I have been up to lately:

Trying on christmas hats, and outfits.

Making lots of new friends- Natalie & Sara (I already know her!)

I liked aunt Jamie.
And Aunt Brittany and Aunt Joojie...
I met my Dad's old college roomates, and they have some cute boys... for when I am older. I couldn't help but check them out though... We were suppose to look forward?
I looove Aunt Anna.

I also took my first trip down to San Diego for New Years- and got to play with Aunt Charity while my parents went to the temple.

I met lots of new friends down there too- Becca...
Jen (she had a tasty shirt!)

And I really liked playing with my almost cousin Beckett, even though I didn't like sitting up, He tried to help me.

I hung out with Aunt Charity and Aunt Ali (she's a crazy one!)
And met my Great Grandma Doris, and my Great Grandma and Grandpa Walker. They are really fun!
I love Nona and Papa.

I went my first time to the beach- which was so fun, but I fell asleep watching Dad surf.

Well I think that about fills you in... I should post pictures of my baby blessing, but I am tired. Time to eat- how should I get my mom's attention? I've got it....

happiness is...

Since I didn't make a thanksgiving post- this is a holiday post to catch up for that. It has been a great last month- and here is why.

Happiness is...



...seeing rolls appear in new places.



...her funny faces.



...having her fall asleep on me.



...her chubby cheeks, and her smiles and laughs when she sleeps.



...her cute outfits.





...her blue, blue eyes.



...watching her double chin grow



...spending time with family.



...happiness is being parents.