Stephanie Aurora Clark Nielson

...or NieNie. I would really like to meet her someday. I've been following her blog for a bit and finally added the button to my blog. Her story and life are so inspiring. I really like this video that helps catch you up if you don't know why everyday for her is a miracle.
I've been talking to Lincoln for a while about her, and finally he watched the video and realized why she's a big deal. She makes me feel like I've really got it made. And she also makes me realize that prayers and family are important.

Chicaaago

We just returned from a little family reunion/graduation celebration in Chicago! We had so much fun and are so grateful for wonderful family members who made the trip so awesome...Thanks Jenae and Clayton, Adam and Lindsay! Now the only problem is that we're hooked and wished we lived closer!

Dallin + Allison = Newly Weds!

This post is a few weeks late...but here are some pics from the big day! The sealing was beautiful and the day was so much fun! On the downside Liv was sick and cuddly the entire time. I think her Grandpa wasn't too sad about her cozying up to him. =)

We are so excited for Dallison and can't wait to hear about all of their adventures throughout Cambodia, Vietnam and then Italy!

Stuff.

Livvy had a really horrible night last night. We're into another fight with getting her in her crib. She is on a good schedule now, but she wakes up frequently at night screaming. Add on to that my feeble attempts to start cutting out feedings and get her on the road to no-longer-nursing and you have one not so happy camper.

I think when I go to Target today I will finally buy "Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child". Who cares I'm one year and one not-good-sleeper late.

We have been sticking to a normal bedtime routine which is including a bath, book and nursing. She seems to be getting that part. Last night I was starting to read her favorite book "I Love You As Much" and she started crying and looking at her room. In other news, we're off to Chicago to see Lincoln's family tomorrow! I am super excited, but more than slightly nervous about the long plane flight with this little turkey. I'm sure she'll surprise us and be delightful the entire time (fingers crossed!).

P.S. We just found out Lincoln got promoted at work! So proud of our hardworking man!

The Party!

"I call the right ear." - VeNae

Livvy loved her cake! My pictures were kind of blurry but I think her Aunt V caught some better ones.

Happy Birthday L.A.F.

My sweet little baby is one! The past year has been the most fulfilling in my life. . It has had its challenges, but through all the sleepless nights I've had my sweet little Liv to wake up to.

Time really does fly by. I remember sitting in the hospital and looking down at her tiny fingers and realizing I was the one who had to clip her nails. That's when it hit me. I am the mom of this sweet precious bebe. Wow, what a feeling.

Of all the people in the world, I'm so glad I get to spend everyday with her. We love our little "LAF" or giggle. Happy Birthday lil' buddy!