Graduation

Erik graduated with his Master's in Security Managment from Bellevue University this past weekend. We were able to go to Omaha for the graduation ceremony. This program was a 18 month long online program. So, for the past 18 months, Erik has worked full time with the USCG, worked part time at GNC, gone to school full time, and for the past 5 months, has been helping to raise our beautiful baby girl. All of this, and he still managed to graduate second in his class with a final GPA of 3.92. Jordyn and I are very proud of him and all the hard work that he put not only into this program, but into everything that he does. Through it all he has been a wonderful husband and friend to me, and a fantastic father to Jordyn. CONGRATULATIONS Erik, We Love You and are very proud of you!

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow...

We went to Omaha, Nebraska for Erik's graduation this past weekend. While there, we were able to visit the Winter Quarter's temple and visitor's center. We also went to the tabernacle in Kanesville where the Mormon batallion left from, and Brigham Young was sustained as the prophet. While at the temple visitor's center, we were able to let Jordyn play in the snow.

New Tricks and Discoveries

Jordyn has a few new "tricks", and because of these "tricks" she has made some new discoveries. She has perfected the art of sitting up (almost, if she leans too far in one direction she still falls over). Since she can sit up she can now reach for things, like her toys... mom's drink... and her toes (which seem to be very tasty).

Jordyn Meets Chloe

Erik and I travled to Houston this past weekend to visit his parents and to gather up somethings we had in storage there. While there, Jordyn got to meet Chloe. Chloe is Erik's Boxer. She has been adopted by his parents, and (thankfully) wont be moving in with us. We were a little nervous as to what Chloe's reaction would be since she still doesn't like me. Here's how that meeting went.

A Walk In The Park

There are days when Jordyn and I start to feel trapped inside our little apartment, especially when the weather outside is aweful. Therefore, to enjoy the sun we've had the past few days, Jordyn and I have taken a few walks in the park. Last Friday, Erik was able to join us and we went down the slides, and played on the swings.Here are a few of the fun things we see on our walks.

A Week of Firsts

I know that there are many "firsts" in the first year of life, but it seems like Jordyn is reaching several of them at the same time. In the past week, she has held a bottle on her own, taken a bubble bath, had her first pigtails, had her first taste of rice cereal, and this morning, she even rolled over (she was playing her her newly discovered feet and next thing I know, she's lying on her belly. I haven't been able to get her to do it again, but I'm sure she will on her own soon.) So, here's to the start of a brand new year, and a whole lot of "firsts."

Four Months

It's hard to believe that our little girl is already four months old. She is growing up so quickly. I love spending my days with this precious little angel, getting to see her budding personality shine through. Jordyn is such a happy little girl, it makes life wonderful. Her smile and her cute little laugh can brighten anyone's day. Yet, her tears and pouts can break a mommy's heart (well, they break this mommy's heart anyway). Jordyn is the center of her parents (and grandparents) world, and she has brought many joys in her short 4 months here with us. I just want to say that I LOVE my little girl. I cherish the moments that I've had with her and look forward to the ones yet to come. Everyday is another chance to get to know this wonderful daughter of God that Erik and I have the privilege to held through her journey here on earth. We are so very grateful to our Heavenly Father for sending us such a wonderful little girl.

This is Jordyn September 2007.

This is Jordyn January 2008.