The Grand Entrance

7.16.08: Found the hospital
7.17.08: Finished packing for the hospital
7.18.08: McKay Jefferson Yates born 11:12am. 5 lbs 11 oz.

I know it may sound cliche but I couldn't possibly love anything more! The labor & delivery was a bit crazy...we checked into the hospital at 11:05 am and little guy came out at 11:12am. Barely made it! I was pretty convinced that he was going to make the big entrance in our car...what a ride! McKay's giving mommy the "initiation" into parenthood...had a few scares, sleepless nights, & learning curves but couldn't love him more!

Happy Five!

Time does fly when you're having fun! I can't believe that it's already been 5 great years together! We've done so much, accomplished so many things, and only have more good times ahead of us! I am so happy to have such a wonderful husband, best friend, and eternal companion at my side. Thanks honey for all that you do and for always keeping me laughing! xoxo

Keys!

It's official! Today we closed on our new home/townhouse! We are SO excited and can't wait to settle in! Before we migrate completely, Jeff and I will be painting and having our wood flooring installed. The plan is to be completely in after the 4th of July weekend...YAY! Can't wait! We have an extra room so come VISIT us!...more pics to follow.

Baby Shower 6.14.08

Wow! Thank you Jodie & Carolyn for putting together such a fabulous shower! & thank you to everyone for coming out from near and far to celebrate McKay with me! It was absolutely perfect! I am so lucky to have so many amazing people in my life! The count down is on....6 wks to go!

Spring Fling

Spring is my most favorite time of the year. Everything is in bloom, the sun is shining, and I must include that I always love the new spring fashions that arrive! The flower field pics above are in Carlsbad...how lucky am I to live in such a beautiful place!?!
A-mazing!

Belly Pics

As requested, here are a couple of belly pics. This was taken a lil' over a week ago and I swear I am already bigger. It seems little McKay is noticeably growing more and more everyday...or else I am anyways!

It's a BOY!

Wednesday morning we had the big us and found out that we are having a boy! We are SO excited! I can't wait to meet the little guy.

Laughing Baby

This is the greatest video...it made me laugh so hard! I love that little kids see the best in everything!

I love this man...

Words cannot express the astounding life led by this admirable and beloved man. Having grown up with President Hinckley as the prophet for much of my life, I will honestly and truly miss him so much!....especially that little wave of his cane! I am so grateful for the counsel, guidance, humor and amazing work that President Hinckley devoted and gave of himself to the very end. Although it is so hard to say goodbye, what a sweet reunion for President Hinckley and his cute wife, Marjorie! President Hinckley, you will truly be loved and remembered for all eternity!

Great Quote:

"If you look to others for fulfillment, you will never truly be fulfilled. If your happiness depends on money, you will never be happy with yourself. Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you." -Lao Tzu

Happy New Year!

Shinzo, Bony, Lyoto, and Jeff

Lyoto Machida

Curtis Siaosi...so cute!


Ok so Jeff has been on me to post some pics of Lyoto Machida, a UFC fighter from Brazil. Jeff was able to see Lyoto’s last fight in Vegas. I've never particulary been one for UFC fighting...or any other fighting for that matter....but it's pretty amazing when you actually know the guy in the ring!
Between party hopping, we were also able to bring in the New Year with the Siaosi’s, Lyoto, the Brazilian crew, and other good friends! I am grateful to have been in such good company!

Whew...Finally!

This tops off the gratitude list! Need I say what I am grateful for!?! Jeff and I couldn't be more ecstatic about the long-waited blessing that we have been praying for! So, anyone know where I can pick up a pregnancy/baby manual...oh wait, I mean any advice anyone?!!

Fun Family Times

I am grateful for: My great in-laws, good family times, and my adorable niece and nephew! I love you all!

O Christmas Tree

Hey, at least we have some sort of tree to hang my homemade ornamants on! I am grateful for that! ..and that one day we just might have a real Christmas Tree!!!

Go BYU!! and Grandma too!!!

I am especially grateful for my wonderful Grandma! I love her so much and all of her spunky energy!
...and YaY! BYU played an amazing game! I am grateful that I got to be a part of it! It was great fun!