Memorial Day

We had a GREAT day visiting with friends. We went swimming, or tried at least, but Rachel was NOT a fan. I think it was too cold, there were kiddos slashing everywhere, and the pool was big and probably a little overwhelming for the baby girl. We WILL try again! We miss all of our family that is not here :( It makes me sad sometimes thinking about all that my family misses out on but I know the times that we do have together are wonderful and we make the most of them.

She is getting SO big. At her 6 month check up she weighed 14.8 and is 25' long I believe. The doctor promises me that she is not to small, even though I have doubted myself. She will be turning 8 months on the 14th of June. It goes WAY to fast....all mothers have told me that but I didn't realize how fast it really is until now.

She is getting dedicated at church on Sunday June 7th. I will be sure to add those pictures as soon as I get them. For now.... enjoy these! Love you all!


this is her Great Grandma Peggy (Diana's mom)

Just a sweet smile...gotta love it

the family



so precious, i love the hand resting on her tummy

the boys at Eli's t-ball game

The Papa

yummy Starbucks...I am teaching her young

Tricia and her kiddos after completing her 5K in 39 minutes...she is awesome

Momma & her baby girls

side tracked....

so Tuesday when I was uploading those other pictures the duties of being a mom and wife began calling and I had to close things up quickly so I do have a few more pictures to share! Hope you enjoy.





Here is a video you might enjoy of her first time eating real food....

once upon a time.....

Once upon a time i was good at updating my blog. Sorry for those of you that rely on this to see pictures of our little one (aunt missee). I have not been very diligent in keeping it up.

She is 6 MONTHS TODAY!!! I can't believe it has gone by so fast. She is eating baby food and cereal, sitting up, rolling over and smiling and laughing alot. We are so thankful for the joyful spirit that the Lord has given her. You can tell she LOVES people and music.

The other night while we were watching american idol she looked so excitedly at the tv while someone was singing and let out a big laugh with a smile....she loves it.

Well here are lots of pictures for you to enjoy. Miss those of you that are far from us (which is most of you i think).


Couch time

loves eating her toes

my little pastry chef


rachel and mommy

Stephen & I celebrating our 3 yr. anniversary.

This was her first big "blow out" in the bed. That smile was a smile of relief I think.

yes, she wears huge bows and flowers on her head :)


Her cousin Eli - so cute.

3 Months old TODAY!!!

Sorry it has been so long. I have had a "lazy" holiday lull come over me. We are doing great....Rachel is growing so beautifully and we are amazed daily at God's grace for this new season. She is 13 weeks as of yesterday and weighs probably about 11 lbs. now! She has lots of new little rolls on her legs and her belly is growing more and more. She is definitely talkative these days and loves to make noises and be tickled. She is full of joy (most of the time). ha!

We are sleeping alot better as well. Sometimes she will do about 8 hours in the night time, praise Jesus! She has discovered her hands and goes crossed eyed trying to look at them sometimes. She loves to suck on her hands as well, we have tried the pacifier several times, sometimes she likes it and sometimes she doesn't so it's a hit or miss.

We had our first traveling experience and it wasn't bad at all. We went to Arkansas to visit Grandma Peggy for Thanksgiving and then wen't home to Beaumont for Christmas. It was great to meet all of my family and let them spend time with little Rachel. Here are some pictures to share from the holidays and just some cute pictures from "doing life".

Hope you enjoy the pictures!


Rachel's great grandmothers Grandma Shirley & GiGi (grandma Peggy)


Rachel's new chair from her Gram. I think I like it more than her :)


Papa Chuck


Alo & Doodle are so funny!


This is my first time to enjoy my "bumbo" chair!


Helping daddy with the Christmas tree


Uncle Mat Mat at Thanksgiving


I love mommy


The Anderud girls


I love bath time. thank you Jesus for making me so cute!

more pictures

The Marrone's!!!

FCAT - "favorite cool aunt Tara"

Rachel with her cousins


my dear friend Kimberly - i love you

wedding pics and more

Constance & baby Rachel

Kim & Me - "south side"

Uncle Matthew and Rachel

precious Eli & Jordan

Daddy & Tara - such a beautiful bride

normalcy has arrived!!

Well we just sent my sister and her new husband Jeremy on their way to their honeymoon, all my family went back home and i think things will be back to normal for a little bit. This has been a crazy but amazing past 3 weeks. Learning to be a mother, seeing my sister and best friend get married and spending time with lots of precious family....it has been so much fun, tiring but fun!!!

Thank you for all of you that have been praying for us and Rachel. We are walking in the grace and love of God. Other than some congestion and a little cough, Rachel is doing great and we are enjoying every moment with her (even the ones at 3:00 a.m. - ha). She is gaining weight and was 7 lbs. and 2 oz. this past Tuesday. We see the doctor on Monday the 17th for a check up and we will keep you posted.

thanks again for praying - we love you all and look forward to you being a part of little Rachel's life! Here are some sweet pictures of our precious little daughter and a look inside our crazy last couple weeks.


this is her "going to the bathroom face" if you know what i mean - too cute!

Four generations! We love you grandma Diana & great grandma Peggy

She can sleep in any position like her mom

I can't believe we caught her with such a great smile....she loves her daddy!