Fatherhood

What a joy fatherhood can be. Not only do you get to mold lives for the future, but you get to enjoy the little moments.

This particular enjoyable Fatherhood moment happens to be courtesy of summer. We tend to be out and about later in the evening more often during the summer, so we commonly come home after the boys have gone to sleep in the car. What pure joy it is to pick my boys up out of the truck or car carrying them into bed, having them flounder in your arms as you pick them up, give you an unintentional hug, and then lay them down into dreamland.

What a privilege it is to have children and take care of them, and what an immense rewards it is to share in these fleeting moments that will only last for as long as they are children (or as long as you can carry them). It is beyond me how some parents can hurt their offspring (both physically and emotionally) when you can share these special moments.

Good night,

Marco

More of the Bridal Shoot for Jazmin

I thought I would add a few more pictures to the shoot we did with my little sis. I hope they look as good if not better than the first batch.
She seemed to like the first set I've 'fine tuned' so here goes the next attempt.

Enjoy,

Marco

Boys will be boys

My boys are the love of my life (including the big kid Marco) and here are just a few precious moments with them. First is Tony dressed up in daddy's clothes. I was attempting to fold the laundry and Tony was impeding the process by stealing all of his dad's clothes and wearing them. He had his dad's socks, underwear, T-shirt, sweater, and shoes on. He would have kept layering more clothes if I hadn't stopped him. Then he wanted to go outside and check the mail (probably to show off his awesome outfit). He is a hoot! Then there is Teagan, my boobala-shoobala. I took these pictures just after his bath when he smells like heaven and his skin is silky smooth and soft. He is the best little baby. He loves sleeping! Just like his mom. When it is bedtime or naptime, there is no messing around like rocking him or cuddling with him. He just wants to lay down in his bed with his binkie and his little teddy bear. It just gives me chills to watch my little boy sleep so peacefully. I am so thankful for the amazing miracle that children are and the enormous blessing it is to be a parent.

Love,

Amber

Swimming

The past two weeks our mornings have been spent at the South County swimming pool for Tony's swimming lessons. I have to wonder if Tony really learned anything but he had a fabulous time playing in the water. He was already really good at putting his head under the water and blowing bubbles because he has been doing that in the bathtub and kiddie pool for some time now. Needless to say, he was certainly one of the best at putting his head under water to dive for the toy. However, the whole idea of moving your arms (making ice cream scoops) and legs in sync was totally uninteresting to Tony. He would rather just play games like Alligator and Motorboat. I was very proud of him and enjoyed watching him play and learn but my favorite part is the cute tan line on his back that he acquired in the process. He thinks he is cool because he has "brown" skin like the lifeguard at the pool.

Love,

Amber

Nothing to worry about

My last post was riddled with concern about the pending 'photo shoot' I was going to participate in with my sister. I believe the concern was not necessary, it worked out quite well. Below are some examples of the photos we were able to capture (some effects added). You will note I was able to convince (or avoid) going to the bug infested Great Salt Lake, but the day and location could not have been better.
The only downfall to the day, I was up at 5 in the morning!

Enjoy,

Marco