I've been reflecting back on this past year and thinking of all the great (and not so great) times that came with 2009. It seems like 2009 was a huge rollercoaster. But you know what? I wouldn't change a thing about it.
Here are some of the highlights . . .
Enjoying being pregnant (finally!) and watching our little girl grow.
Going to Hawaii with the big Keetch family . . .
. . . while 8 months pregnant and not letting that slow me down.
Seeing old friends
Worrying about our little girl's heart and overall health.
Mourning the child we were expecting and rejoicing in the child we recieved.
Being blessed with people who have changed our lives forever and who taught me about the nurse I want to be.
Bringing home an exceptionally healthy baby after only a few days in the NICU.
Being surrounded by angels while holding our own angel.
Best part of 2009 . . . Becoming a mother
Watching the nephew grow up. (gee golly I love that kid)
Blessing Marlie . . .
. . . surrounded by friends and family.
Discovering just how incredible this little girl is!
Jarom dressing up as Elmo for a birthday party.
Many trips down to St. George, the perfect escape.
Enjoying the bond that only a mother and daughter can have.
Jarom turning the big 3-0! (still acts like he's 12)
Trying new foods.
Saying goodbye to dear friends. (Hopefully not goodbye just see you later)
Going to the USA vs El Salvador game.
Jarom was in heaven.
The first of many BYU games for Marlie.
Spending many days at the park.
GRADUATING!!!
Halloween Fun
Jaroms' little sister getting married (and my attempt at her bridals)
Making New Friends
Marlie and Jaxon becoming best friends.
What a great year it was. Can't wait to see what 2010 has in store.
12 comments:
I have to be alone when I read your blog because your posts bring me to tears most of the time hahaha! You are such an amazing person and it was so fun to know you this last CRAZY year! WE need to catch up and make some fun memories for 2010!
Wow, those pictures brought back such memories...and a few tears. What a blessing little Marlie has been for our whole family, we love her so much. Also, HOLY COW on those Bridal's of Amelia's! Did you really take those? That close up of her face is gorgeous!
What a great post. Love ya!
What a great post! You definitely have been blessed with a little angel!
it really has been such a busy and crazy year for you guys! you have such a sweet little baby girl! she is too cute for words. and you are amazing for going to hawaii 8 months pregnant and not being too lazy to do anything AND graduating after having marlie too! i wish i had half your energy :) i love reading your blog and catching up on your life. thanks for sharing!
loved that! i wish my year was as eventful, but it wasnt. :) maybe next year?
She is such a beauty! Looks like a great year! Love the pudding painting pics.
Man alive, I forgot how tiny she was! She is so big and I cannot wait to hold her again and to see her dance, dance! :) I just love you guys so much.
What an awesome year for you guys... so very busy with all the many changes. So many fun pictures to document everything. I just love sweet little Marlie! I hope 2010 is just as wonderful (I'm sure it will be!)
Oh and I think you did great on the bridal pics. Way to go!!
I loved reading about year 2009! Marlie is so beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ok that's it... Marlie is such a doll! It's fun to see what's going on in your lives even though we aren't next door neighbors anymore :)
Love this post Al, and love you more!
My goodness...I got watery eyes reading through your blog. What a beautiful family you have. Little Marlie has brought a lot of light with her into this world, hasn't she? It's so neat and exciting to learn about all the things you have accomplished since I've seen you last. I'm very happy to hear that you are doing so well. I loved seeing pictures of your mom and and Stephanie, too! You'll have to pass along my "hellos" to them :) Ali, thank you for sharing your pictures and stories with me. It is easy to see you are a wonderful wife and mother. Warmest congratulations and compliments! Let's keep in touch, Trish
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