FINALLY---One year photos!

Hooray! We finally had Brinlie's one year pictures done today and I couldn't wait to share with everyone. She was such a cutie and really liked the cameras. Overall we're pleased with what we got from our very independent and mobile child! Now we just need to figure out the family christmas pics.

She was going to grab the feather duster they use to get her attention.

I love this shot!

"I'm so sweet and innocent...not exactly!"

At least I'm taller than this pillar....I'm just not as tall as 94% of babies my age.

We LOVE Fall!!!

October 2007--Brin 1 month old. Daddy still has mohawk from work bet. Mommy still has baby belly.

October 2008--Brin 13 months old, Mommy still has baby bellly. Daddy has "normal" haircut.

In case you weren't aware, we (ok, I) LOVE Fall!!! I love Halloween, wearing sweaters with jeans, changing colors of the leaves, football, and the beauty of it all. Each year I can hardly wait until September 1st because that's the earliest Daddy allows me to put up my pumpkins and such. However, I do not love the fact that it means winter is right around the corner. Once again we went up to the mountains to see the changing of the leaves. Last year Brin was only 1 month old when we ventured up there. It's hard to believe how much she's grown! Next weekend we'll celebrate 5 years of marriage! 5 Years! My how time flies when you're having fun!

Bowling Adventure

Brinlie and I went bowling with a few girlfriends last weekend while Daddy worked. Brinlie had a great time running around, exploring the bowling alley. She really enjoyed the fan that's located by the balls. It seems like I bowled better when she was in the backpack--strange, I know. All in all, it was a good experience. Something that would've been easier with Daddy there--maybe next time.

The fan blowing Brin's hair back! Too cute!

In the backback helping Mommy bowl.

Go UTES!

Yesterday we decided to take Brinlie to her first college football game. The Utes were in town to play Air Force. Our good friend Dave hooked us up with tickets, so we ventured out to cheer on our Utes. (Yes, they are OUR Utes. We spent a lot of time and money there...that should count for something!) The McCallisters were also there to cheer on the Falcons, but in the end the Utes pulled off the win. Luckily it was a nice September day and it only threatened to rain. We had a great time and look forward to seeing more football! GO UTES!

Brin, Mommy and Daddy in the Falcons' section

Brin and Mommy surrounded by Falcon fans.

It sure was hot at one point. Look at Brin with her sippy. Daddy and Gene were there wishing they had a nice cold drink too!

1st time to Ely

Brinlie had her first official visit to Ely for Mandy and Bruce's wedding. Although it was a whirlwind of a trip, we had a great time visiting and meeting friends. We even got to see Grandma W. who drove over to visit and babysit Brin while we partied at the reception! Here are a few pics from our NV adventure. We can't wait to visit the happily married couple sometime soon.

Mom, Dad and Brin with the full moon and surrounding mtns.

Playing with Grandma W., Melinda and Phil

1 year stats!

I just wanted to quickly give you an update on Brinlie and the stats from her 1 year appointment last week. Tuesday Brinlie decided it was time to walk. Each day she takes more and more steps independently and is quite proud of herself! Luckily Monday night Daddy installed all of the Tot Locks on the cabinets...and the fun begins. While Brinlie is no longer able to open all of the cupboards, either are mommy and daddy. We find ourselves cursing the cupboard and finding the "key" to open the door.
As of her last dr. appt., Brinlie is 16 lbs. 8 oz. (the 1%--down from 5%), her height is 27 1/4 inches (the 6%--up from 5%) and head cir. of 17.5 in. (the 32%--down from 56%). All in all, everything looks great and she's right on track! I'll update with pics this weekend.

Brinlie's 1st Birthday!

Brinlie's 1st Birthday was on Tuesday, Sept. 2nd. We celebrated early at Great-Grandma June's house over Labor Day weekend. Lots of family were there to help Brinlie celebrate her fabulous first year of life. Mommy decided to be bad and give Brinlie an entire cupcake--chocolate even! She LOVED it! Proving she's just like her mommy more and more each day! The day before we left for UT, Daddy noticed that Brinlie has two teeth coming in on the bottom. So far only one has poked through and we're patiently waiting for them to come completely through so Brinlie will be her old, happy self once again! Her one year Dr. appt. is next week and we'll be sure to keep you updated!

"I can't believe they haven't taken this yummy stuff away from me! I'll start out with the sweet white frosting on top. Mmmmm...sprinkles."

"Uh, What chocolate cupcake are you referring to? I haven't seen anything like that around here!"

"Yep, that's right--I'm the Birthday Girl and I ate an ENTIRE cupcake!!! Hello sugar coma!"