Princess Portia

Mother's Day

This weekend we celebrated Mother's Day with the amazing women in our lives. We are both so blessed to have been born to such a strong, beautiful and inspiring women.

My mother-in-law Ella. From day one I have felt so loved by her. I couldn't have asked for a better mother in law! She is hilarious! She always makes everyone feel included and welcome and never wants to leave anyone out. She is a fantastic cook! I've learned so much from her in the kitchen! I love you very much Ella! Thank you for raising such an fantastic boy...I know he treats me so well because you've taught him how to treat you!

My mom, Debbie. Where do I begin? I'm so lucky to not only have such a great mom, but also a great friend! She is always there for great advice and always seems to know what to say to make me feel better. She is fun! She likes to have a good time and laugh. She always makes me feel like I am #1. Mom, thank you for all your love and support...I love you!

And last by not least...my grandma, Linda. No girl ever had as good of a grandma as I do! I've always had such a very close relationship with her. She is always my cheerleader and support system. She loves unconditionally. I am grateful for all the memories we have together. I love you so much Grrrr-Mama! :)

Thank you for the wonderful example of motherhood you have all shown me.

Happy Easter to me!

I'm in love with my new baby!  She's a little cuddle bug! :)  Her name is Portia...Howard always wanted a Porsche!

The best Easter basket!

Awww!

Lillie

Last weekend we went to visit my brother and his family in Oceanside.  It was so great hanging out with them and of course playing with our beautiful niece Lillie!  She is sooooooo cute and so much fun!! 

Here is proof she's just a mini Rand!!

Rand                                                                             Lillie

Loved her carrots

Bath time

Sunbathing Beauty

Happy Birthday Howard!!

To celebrate Howard's birthday, he wanted his traditional Birthday Dinner at...Pancho's! :) We had such a great time! Happy Birthday Howard...hope your day was great!

Katie's parents with Howard's brother, Frank

The whole gang

Howard's parents, Kenny and Ella

Day Trip

When Howard's sister, Marian and her boys were here in March we went out for a day trip. I can't remember exactly where we went, but it was a neat trail. The trail lead us up by an old mine...the mountain side was so pretty with the different colors, plus the dessert scenery was beautiful too!

Howard's dad, brother and Howard

The old mine

Our nephew, Tristan



My Girls

Tonight was my last mutual with my girls.  I call them "my girls" because I truly feel like they became mine.  I was called into Young Women's at a very pivotal time for me.  I had just gone through our failed IVF and being called into Young Women's became a life saver for me.  I needed something to take my mind off the depression it was hanging onto and the girls became my savior.  I was the lucky one.  I learned so much from them!  They are all such amazing young women.  Alot of them have been through so much in their short lives, but because of it, they are such strong young women with this amazing faith!  OH how I love them all so much and will miss them dearly!!!