Father's Day Fun

I have to say I love Father's Day. Actually, any day that allows me to buy things(guilt free) for my man, and spoil him, is a good day. It is so fun to do things for him because he appreciates it so much. Just one of the many reasons he is the best. Oh yeah, did I mention he is also an awesome daddy! Our kiddies can't get enough of him. We are so lucky!

Matt's first gift was a photo book from the kids. For his 2nd gift, Blake hand delivered a pair of Angels baseball tickets to his Daddy while in uniform (uniform courtesy of Grandma & Papa). And yes, for all you Bigler's out there, they are
Angels vs. Yankees
tickets. Needless to say, Matt was very excited.


That night, we were lucky enough to have one of the greatest dad's ever known over for dinner. Blake couldn't wait to wear this shirt, just for Papa.


Our little slugger
The most wonderful thing about Father's Day this year was the birth of our new nephew Aiden Jack. We are so excited about his arrival in our family!
Welcome Aiden!

California Here We Come!

We just got back from yet another wonderful trip to California. We had a wonderful time hanging out with family and friends and very much enjoyed the perfect weather. Just a few of the highlight of our trip are pictured below.

This was Blake's first plane ride so we had to document it. He did great, as did Brooklyn, who loves to fly. My wonderful mom flew back to O.C. with us, which was much needed with 2 small kids. And Matt got to escort us all the way to the gate, even though he didn't fly down with us. (He flew down later in the week.) I got to say, I love being married to a pilot!


This was at the splash pool in Ladera Ranch where Michelle & Ben live. Brooklyn had a blast playing in the water with Nana, and cousin's Jacob and Sierra.

No trip to Cali would be complete without a few days down at the M.V. lake near my parents house.


Turns out Matt is quite the sand sculptor. And Sierra loved his acrobatic skills.


A lake adventure is not complete without taking Grampy's boat for a spin.


Brooklyn found a partner in crime with cousin Sierra. She absolutely loved playing dress up with her and followed her around all weekend.
This is a quick video of the fairy princess's in action.




The biggest highlight of the week for me was seeing my best friend from High school, Tammy. We haven't seen each other since my wedding 5 years ago. It was so great to see her and we had a great time catching up.

Brooklyn's flower photo shoot

Blake's Blessing Day

Today our beautiful little man was blessed in church. It was such a wonderful & special day and we were so lucky to have many family members there to support Blake. Despite having a nasty cold, Blake was such a trooper and did great during the blessing. Actually, he was barley fussy at all, even though he had some serious projectile vomiting/spit-ups because of his coughing. Including a huge one right before church started that got all over his little white outfit, which added a bit of stress as you can imagine. Luckily, we managed to get him there on time.

Our proud little family

Almost everyone who shared in Blake's special day( minus Kelly, Mark, Jackson & Katelyn)

Granddad & Nana with Blake

Papa & Grandma with Blake

5 Years!!

I can't believe it's been 5 years already! And what an incredible 5 years it has been. It has literally been the best 5 years of my life and I have loved it all. Marriage has been such a wonderful and fun adventure all because I am married to the most "perfect for me" man on the planet. We have more fun together than I ever thought possible. Life is just
so good with him. He treats me like every girl wants to be treated and I find myself being a billion times more head-over-heels in love with him now than the day we got married. And watching him be a daddy just makes my heart melt. He is my best friend in the whole world and I thank Heavenly Father everyday for giving him to me. I truly am the luckiest, most blessed girl in all the world. In all existence!

Happy Anniversary Beautiful!

Blakes 1st Photo Shoot

These are just a few of our favorites.

The Best Mom's!!!!

We have the best Mom's ever!!! Not only are they so unconditionally loving and
supportive, but they have been so beyond helpful & selfless during this
transitional time for us. Before Blake arrived, we worried about how Brooklyn
would react with sharing all the attention that she use to get. But because we
have the BEST MOM'S IN THE WORLD, Brooklyn has got nothing but love
and attention. She would not have survived without them. The first 2 weeks
after Blake arrived, Colleen took Brooklyn just about everyday and spoiled her
just like grandma's do best. Then Sharon came in town and stayed with us. She
became Brooklyn's personal playmate 24hours a day for 2 weeks. And yet
again, Brooklyn got completely spoiled. What a lucky girl! We can't thank you
both enough for everything. We love you so much!!!

****HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY****

****HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY****

My First Two Weeks

These last 2 weeks have been filled with tons of fun and adventure.
This is my "Blue Steel" look.

I've got one a'brewin!




What are all these numbers and balls floating around me?




This is my favorite pass time. I just don't do it at night.

Four generations!!
Blake makes number 98 on the list of great-grandchildren for Grandma & Grandpa Norton!

At least the two ladies in the room are having a good time.




Shrinkage for a two-week old is no laughing matter.

You know that one that was a'brewin earlier. . .there it went! Aaaahhhhhh!

They don't smell that bad do they?

My sister reading Dr. Seuss to me, laying on my sweet numbers and baseball blanket. . .can life get any better than this?