Box of Chocolates

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Raleigh

We finally made it to North Carolina! When Zach and I first were married we always talked about where we wanted to end up and North Carolina was always at the top of the list. For a myriad of reasons, some being that it is half way between Georgia and New Jersey, it's not too far from an ocean, it has a ton of grad school options, and ect. We are so blessed that we can actually be here.

Zach is loving the ICU, he is learning a ton and loves helping people. Nursing is a wonderful profession. Plus I love that he only work 3 or 4 days a week. Meaning Beckham and I get to see him a ton!

I am loving being back East. Utah and Idaho are beautiful and wonderful, but it never felt quite like home. Perhaps due to the mountains that we lack here or perhaps the West's own lack of dense green forests in the valley. I am just happy to be in familiar surroundings again while also being close to family.
Beckham is happy wherever we go, as long as he has Mom and Dad close by (and food and a pacifier).

First swing ride

HATES the vacuum, but intent on chasing the beast away from momma!

First time swimming. We have a gone a few times since and each time he gets far more comfortable and enjoys it a little bit more.

First time swimming.

Holding on for dear life

They match =)

Cute onesie Aunt Jill made

Moving in is so much fun...

Preparing for sweet potatoes

Glad that we can finally be here =)

Friday, May 27, 2016

Beckham Thomas 0-6months

Drew made a video once and I liked it so much that I decided to give it a go.
I really do feel like the last 6 months have gone about that (the movie) fast. I watched Katie Jo graduate today and realized that before I know it will be cheering for Beckham. I was reminded today of my own high school graduation and while it doesn't seem like long ago it has already been six years.... . Anyways, I know the video is terribly cheesy and I am no Steven Spielberg but enjoy anyways.

Song: "Wind" Brian Crain (he is amazing)

Friday, May 6, 2016

Atlanta

The past 9 months have had their fair share of challenges for Zach and I but they have also included so many tender mercies. I was able to have my baby where my mom could help so much! And honestly, this is no exaggeration, I do not think I could have done it without her help. I had a hard time transitioning to motherhood so I am glad that we were here in Atlanta during that time. I learned how to be comfortable with the newest addition to my family.
It also allowed Zach time to study and be home with Beckham and me, I also learned how to cook better! ( I have never been a very good cook, but I do have a good amount of recipes now that I feel I can make well).
So again while I am excited to start this new chapter in my life, it will not continue with all happy feelings. I will miss being here. I will miss having my mom and dad so close. I will miss watching them interact with Beckham and get to know him better. I am excited to move, but I am also so sad to leave. I find that most of life's changes are not so black or white, they are mostly in the grey zone and are bitter sweet.
But I cannot even begin to express the appreciation and gratitude to my parents and all they have done (which is an insurmountable amount) for my little family the last 9 months, so I guess a blog and a thank you will have to suffice (and perhaps a super nice dinner, our treat, next time you come up to Raleigh.)

(Note: The pictures are in no particular order).