It's a wonderful day in our neighborhood!

The weather here has been very interesting. We have had warm temperatures one day and then back into the cold winter weather another day. Just a few days ago we had winter storm warnings in one part of the state, flood advisory in another, and 6 tornadors wipe out some smaller towns in another part. In our neighborhood it has been nothing but blue skies and this is one of many captured on camera. Tate and I love going for stolls in the park and just thought we would share it!

The Race is on.....

Last Saturday I decided I would participate in my first race. Before you go cheering me on it was only a 5k, which for those of you who need translating is 3.2 miles. It was a race benefiting cures for lung cancer. I was able to run it with a good friend of mine, Megan Marchant, who was pushing her 11 month old son in a jogger. We were no speed demons but with the finish line in site we decided to finish strong. She gave me the look and I knew it was time to kick it up a gear. Just as we were approaching the finish line, being cheered on by a big crowd, her stoller decided to take its own coarse right in my direction. Let's just say I was the only runner to roll across the finish line and I have the scars to prove it now. My ego was bruised the most, but I have made a full recovery and now have a great story to go with it! Hey, at least I can honestly say after falling I got up and finished the race!

There is no other job like it....

I have worked many jobs in my 25 years of existence from retail to relaxation for others, but no job is more fulfilling as being a MOM! Before my little girl was ever born, my sweet Mother took me under her wing. She has been the greatest example of what it means to not only be a Mom, but how to be a great one. Girls are no easy task, recalling my adolescent years, but it all comes back full cirle the first time your own baby is placed into your arms. It is an undeniable connection of love, protection and fear of being a good parent. You instantly become selfless in all regards for you are the main provider when it comes to the needs of a child. You are flooded with all the recollections of what your own Mother has done for you and words do not describe the grattitude you feel. Jeff has help me every step of the way in supporting me in this role and I must recognize all he does as well. I wouldn't want to be at any other place in my life then where I am now and I can only imagine that the more our family grows the more that statement will evolve with time! What a blessing to have been raised by such a wonderful woman, to have received another fantastic Mother when I married Jeff, and to now be a Mother to my Sweet little girl; I love you Mom for all you do and continue to do for your girl, Mommy loves you Tatum and always will!

Zoo, take two>>>>

For the last of our trip to Utah we took a stop at good old Hogle Zoo. Upon arrival Tate's excitement caused her to fall into a deep Sleep, but once she heard the train she was all ears and eyes after that. It was fun to be able to spend some quality time with Emily who was a great help with Ashley. Over all we enjoyed our stay and can't wait to go back again soon.

On to Easter!!!

Tate and I were able to spend Easter in Utah this year. Before my Parents and the Preeces flew to Austrailia we had an easter egg hunt in the family room and the kids had baskets waiting for them. Thanks again Mom for all of the cute Easter goodies! I am sad to say I did not get an actal picture of Tate in her dress on easter, but will post one later of her in it.

Tatum Loves her uncle Joey and Stephen. Joey kept her very entertained and even learned how to feed and change a dirty diaper or two (take note Jeff even Joey can do it!).

Introducing.....The cousins!

Tate loved to Cuddle with her Great Grandma Sue who turned 80 while I was in Town. It was great to be able to Celebrate the special occasion for such an amazing woman. And while I was off playing Jeff held down the fort....

I was able to take a trip to Utah, yes it was a few weeks ago, better late then never.Tate was able to hang with Ashley and meet her new cousin Milo! As you can see Milo, who is 2 1/2 months younger then Tate, is the same size. I swear she was a big baby when she was born she is just taking her time growing is all.

Tate was aslo able to spend some quality time with her "Nanna" and "Poppy" who of course showered her with lots of love and gifts for Easter and items from their big trip down under to Aussie Town.