6 months

Weight: 17.6 lbs (77%)

Height: 26.5 (72%)

This little one is all over the place!

She's sitting, she's rolling, she's scooting, she's bouncing

She loves her veggies

She's a little attached to mom

She loves to be outside

She will wake up around 530-630 in the morning, just to cuddle and sleep in our bed for an additional hour or two. (a habit i love, but that needs to be broken)

Everything goes in her mouth

Loves to say nananana

Wakes up with a smile

These last 6 months have gone by so fast! I love to watch her grow and figure out new things. We are so lucky to have Maggie! We don't know what we did without her. Love you Maggie girl!!

older and wiser

Another birthday came and went. I am 23!

Sunday morning, I woke up with Caden by my side and Maggie in my arms (who came in the bed an hour earlier). They were still both asleep and I was just thinking how lucky I am to have both of them. I wanted Maggie to wake up and share my birthday with me, so I started tickling and kissing her face (rude I know). She started making faces and whining a bit cause she wasn't ready to wake up, so I stopped. A few minutes later so opened her eyes and smiled at me. That is what I was waiting for! The best birthday present of the day. I then enjoyed breakfast in bed from my wonderful husband. We then watched conference, which I've always loved being around my birthday.

This is how I got to enjoyed conference. Jealous??

We then went over to my parents for a birthday celebration.

Here is Asher modeling one of my new shirts. Doesn't he look cute!

and this awesome Garmin watch my fam got me for working out I'm so excited about!

My mom spoiled me by making this yummy ice cream cake (my favorite!)

and i was so lucky to share my birthday with my little sister Paige who will be 16 in a few days.

I'm lucky to have such a wonderful family. There is no one else I'd rather spend my birthday with.

also, during conference President Dieter F. Uchtdorf said some things that inspired me to post this.

“With so many social media resources and the multitude of more or less useful gadgets at our disposable, sharing the good news of the gospel is easier and the effects more far reaching than ever before…. My dear young friends, perhaps the Lords encouragement to open our mouths might today include use your hands to blog and text message the gospel to all the world… With the blessings of modern technology we an express gratitude and joy about God’s great plan for his children in a way that can be heard not only around our work place, but around the world. Sometimes a single phrase of testimony can set events in motion that effect someone’s life for eternity."

While listening to President Uchtdorf’s talk, I knew I wanted to take the opportunity to bear my testimony to “all the world” that I have a testimony that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is the true church. I know that President Thomas S. Monson is a prophet called by our Heavenly Father to guide us in making right choices in our life. I know that through prayer Heavenly Father can give me comfort, peace and love. I know that the Book of Mormon is true and that by sincerely studying and applying the principles I can learn what is expected of me. In this world today Satan is trying to destroy marriages, and eternal families who are sealed in the temple, but I know that if we are studying the scriptures and praying with our spouses that Satan will not have power to break that sealing, because with our Heavenly Father in our relationships, we will not fail. I know there is always forgiveness and mercy because of the Atonement that our Savior performed, because he loves us. The gospel can bring happiness if we obey all the commandments. This I know, in the name of Jesus Christ.

(share your testimony for "all the world")

family vacation

This week was Caden's spring break, so we took advantage of this time off and headed for St. George! My grandparents have a trailer there (thanks Nana & Papa!), which is right next to all the fun things to do.

Mags did good for her longest car ride yet,

(which she enjoyed if mom was back there with her)

The weather was amazing! It was nice not to worry about socks, sweaters and a blanket. We did a lot of relaxing,

swimming,

eating out, shopping,

and hiking!

Maggie was only mad that we had to stop and take a picture. She loved that hike so much, she was kicking her bare feet the whole time in the bjorn. Now I know what we'll be doing lots this summer. Now if it will just get here and stay!

motivation

Where is it??

This is something I am currently lacking.

I'm supposed to run a 10k (6.2 miles) in 2 weeks.

That should get me motivated right?

Now for some people that would be no big deal, but when I run outside I should feel like this,

When I really feel like this,

What was I thinking! and then after try and train for an 80 mile bike ride 2 months after that?!? Every time before I go on a run, I get a little nervous. I don't know why. I think to myself, "I'm going to make it 3 miles today". I come home and think, "That had to forsure be 3 miles. I'm so tired!", but when I track it in my car afterwards it was only 2 or 2.5.?? Arg! It's now been a week since I've ran (sickness and weather) and I'm now lacking the motivation to get out there. Now I'm doing this not only to get back in shape and drop my baby weight, and not only because it was a new years goal, but to feel good about myself! that should be enough for motivation right?!

Dear Grandpa,

I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed my first taste of sugar yesterday.

I loved sucking on that Fun Dip stick for a few seconds before mom walked in and got mad at you.

Love, Maggie

(I have my eye on you DAD!!!)

real food! well sort of

First few bites.

Does she like it??

ya she does!

will she like the avocado??

ya she will!

We love all of these new adventures with Mags!

being creative?

So all I have done the last 2 days is crochet. I'm stretching myself. I just kind of make up these patterns so it's all about trial and error, but luckily they turned out pretty good. My poor model is getting sick of me. What will be next...

wrist warmers

leg warmers

headbands galore

i love the felt ones in the top left corner! I'll definitely make more of those. My wonderful sis Cas taught me how to make those adorable fabric flowers on the right and today I sat in front of the computer watching a girl on Youtube crocheting the flowers.

photo shoot

[We decided to do our own little photo shoot today]

This little one is officially 5 months old as of yesterday

busy man

Daddy is a busy man.

He is such a wonderful seminary teacher! There is always a lot of talk in this house about lesson plans, students, and scriptures. Not only does he spend all day in the scriptures at work, but he comes home and reads them on his own and then again with me. I'm telling you, scripture genius here (he might say otherwise). I love this man!

But there is always love time for Mommy and Maggie!

Also recently Caden was called into the bishopric. The call was a surprise to both of us. I'll have to get used to being a single church wife sitting alone. I'm so proud of him and his dedication. He's such a wonderful example to me. Love him!

yum...Granola

I made this yummy granola today and I just have to share the recipe. I have already eaten way too much!!

4C old fashioned oats

1C rice krispies

1/2 C almonds

1/4 C flax seed

1/2 C brown sugar

*mix in bowl*

6T. oil

1/2 C honey

2T vanilla

*Boil for 1 min and pour over mixture, stir*

* Spray cookie sheet and flatten mixture on pan

*Bake at 300 for 30 min

Break into chunks when still warm or let cool completely and cut into bars

sprinkle salt on top for added flavor and YUM!

It's so easy and so yummy! you can switch up the recipe too however you want. In this batch i used less vanilla and added cinnamon. I also put in more sliced almonds and added pecans. You could even add maple syrup. Don't have flax seed no worries, add sunflower seeds or not. add raisin's, craisin's or chocolate chips after baking. It's that easy and I'll say it again... yummy!

(Thanks Kate for the awesome recipe!)

our love day

It first started out with some play time in the crib.

(okay is it wrong of me that i just have the urge to squeeze her. i could just eat her cheeks she's so cute!)

Then we did pink pedicures.

Enjoyed a sugar cookie (from the day before).

Surprised dad at work with a balloon and candy and I got surprised with these.

Cooked a romantic pasta dinner

And then had cuddle time

Happy Valentine's Day!

i love screamin deals

So a few weeks ago, I found this lush gorgeous coat at Baby Gap for $10.18!! I had to have it!! How could you not at that price! She can barely put her arms down and gets frustrated because she can't suck on her fist, but hey, at least she looks adorable!

She will soon outgrow it in a month or two, but we'll get some good times out of it.

And then this was the scowl I got after she was done taking pictures.