Valentines 2010

In honor of Valentine's Day, I wanted to do a post highlighting some of many things I love about my family, starting with Todd. First and foremost, I love that he loves me and chose me to be his wife! I love the 10 years we have spent together, and the beautiful family we have created. I love that he worked hard in his education so that he can provide for us, and I can stay home with the kiddos. I love his family, and I love our life here in Boise!

He may not believe me, but I love that he is a dreamer. He is SO creative and full of ideas. Every now and then I do have to get his head out of the clouds, but I do love that side of him. I love seeing his eyes light up and hear the excitement in his voice when he tells me about his latest and greatest idea. There definitely is a million dollar idea in that noggin!

I love that he is SUCH a great dad. Like most men, Todd comes home from work tired, hungry, often frustrated, etc., but is ALWAYS ready to take the baby or tickle the girls. He is bombarded from the second he walks in the door, and he never complains. He can tell when one of the kids needs a little extra daddy time, and he makes it happen. He is very in tune to our childrens' needs, and puts them first because he wants to, not because he should.

I love his support and belief in me. Todd has played in integral role in my business and it's success. Even during the years that my business was really more of an expensive hobby, he could see the potential and kept me motivated when I wanted to throw in the towel. He is so understanding when I get called to a birth at 2:00 am, and is thrilled for my success. Would it be too cheesy to say he is the wind beneath my wings? Probably, but I said it anyway because it's true!

There really is only one thing that I don't love about Ty: his inability to sleep through the night! UG. But other than that, he is 100% lovable! I love how he loves me. How he lights up whenever he sees me coming towards him. I love how he loves to snuggle. I love how when I walk into his room to put him to bed, he instantly puts his head on my shoulder and starts humming while I sing him his lullaby. I love how he loves being a part of our family. He is always so excited when the 5 of us are just hanging out together, and he gets to crawl all over everyone and be involved. He is the perfect addition to our family!

Just thought of one other thing that I DON'T love: how quickly he is growing up!

So much about Magsy is cute, funny, adorable.... Her voice, animation, body language, all of it cracks me up and brightens my day. I love her zest and personality. It is really hard to explain unless you know her, so I am not doing her much justice.

Magsy loves to snuggle, and still seems so tiny. I love picking her up and dancing with her. She has such a natural ability with dance, and we love dancing together. We had a ward Valentine party on Friday, and while all the other kids were running around the gym, Magsy and I were practicing ballet. We have SO much fun together.

Selfishly, I love that Mags still lets me call the shots now and then. She can throw a trantrum, but usually will settle down quickly and come to grips with whatever limitation I have set. I also selfishly love that when she is tired she doesn't fight it. She often asks if it is time for her to go to sleep yet. Ahhh... A child who loves sleep. I love that!

Bronwyn becomes more and more lovable all the time. Obviously, I have always loved her, but life with her hasn't always been easy. I love the huge amount of progress she has made. I love her courage. Just last week she was at the Pediatrician, and the nurse commented on how fast Bronwyn's little heart was beating. I knew she was nervous, because any medical appointment makes Bronwyn feel very anxious and nervous. But she was sitting quietly, and being very agreeable with the nurse. I was so proud of her. She is really growing up and trying hard. In every setting of her life I have seen so much improvement. Overall, she is happier, more confident, more loving, more friendly, and more agreeable. I LOVE how much stress that takes off of the family, and I LOVE that she isn't being held hostage by her issues anymore.

I love watching Brownyn gain her own testimony. Her eyes light up when we teach her gospel prinicples, and she frequently asks to hear stories about Joseph Smith and Nephi. She loves Primary and Family Home Evening. I love hearing her correct adults who will simplify church stories! Which takes me to the next thing I love about her, her AMAZING memory. This child remembers EVERYTHING, and it is hilarious! She will bring up the most random things from literally years ago, right out of the blue. I will ask her how she remembers that, and she will reply "That's just how Heavenly Father made me!". So funny and awesome.


I love that both of the girls love to sing, since singing was such an important part of my childhood. They love to make up songs, and will often sing to me instead of talk to me. Here they are singing their latest song: "The Nature in the Breeze". Enjoy!