South Cackalacky!

So this past weekend (Thurs - Tues) we were in South Carolina

visiting Andrew's uncle and aunt!

So much fun!

It was Rory's first plane ride, my first time in the southeast 

(minus the brief stay in FL during our honeymoon), 

and the first time Andrew got to see them since we've been married!

Whew!

And let me say this: Rory was AMAZING!!!

She only fussed once on both flights and those were because 

her diaper was very much full,

so really who could blame her right!?

We flew into Atlanta and then drove to Aaron and Chelli's,

which ended up taking way longer than we thought it would 

but we got there eventually

and had tons of fun!

Spread the Love!

 You guys, my friend Camille had this amazing idea

of publicly expressing the love you have for a couple bloggers you know!

I think it's stupendous!

Also, I read her blog whenever she posts because she's just so cool 

and I want to be her when I grow up!

So without further ado,

my bloggers!!

First is Alyx from Every Day is a New Adventure

You guys probably all know how much I love this girl.

We've never been able to meet in person

(countries and now states are in the way)

but she is seriously the BEST friend I have!

I text her about everything and she brings so much happiness and love to my life!

Also, she's stinkin hilarious!

She always has the best advice and sticks up for what she believes in,

and is the most loyal person ever!!

AND she's ready to pop with her little lady and I can't wait to meet her!!

Thank you Alyx dear for being YOU and bringing so much

to the internetz (and my phone)

Next is Jessie from Nelson Notes

This mom is the mom I so wish I could be!

So sweet and always willing to go the extra mile!

She thinks she doesn't do enough sometimes but when you look at her boys' faces,

you KNOW they love her and think she's the bee's knees!!

I also happen to think she's brilliant!

She takes amazing photos that show such life and happiness,

and has those two adorable little boys!!

Thank you Jessie for showing me that even though

my house is a disaster,

if my kids are happy I must be doing something right!

Share your love for some fellow bloggers and link up with Camille!!

(Or if not this month, next month on the 14th is the next one!)

Sickness and Graduations!

Oh my friends forgive my crazy absence!

I've been busy and a little sick

- no I'm not pregnant - 

sheesh!

On Tuesday night I had heartburn yet again for a long time,

though not as bad as the last time,

but after being up for 24+ hours I was sick to my stomach

but guess who was the best little girl and loved on her mama?

Oh yeah, my little princess ;)

 She snuggled up against me at one point and actually stayed there for about

15 minutes!

My heart melted ;)

Then last night we went to Haley's ASU graduation!!

After the hike walk to the stadium

(cardigan came off as soon as we sat down)

She loves her grandma ;)

Woot!!! 

ASU grad!

Now it's Andrew's dang turn hahaha ;)

This is like the best family photo ever!

Well, minus Rory's face of course hahaha

Congrats sis!!

Speak Now linkup and Giveaway!

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