Happy Birthday Reed!

Today Reed turns 28! So I wanted to give 28 reasons(in no partucular order)why I LOVE him....haha, he's gonna love this;)

1. He is a hard worker and great provider for our family.

2. He also knows how to play.

3. He would rather have me cook him something for his birthday than go out to eat.

4. He makes time for me.

5. He makes time for Macie.

6. He makes time for Branson.

7. He's a great friend to others.

8. He makes friends easily.

9. He can't sleep without me fluffing his pillow:)

10. He is very smart.

11. He likes to laugh.
12. He honors his priesthood.
13. He always helps when I ask.
14. He loves his kids.
15. He always tries to do what is right.

16. He asks me what he should wear...usually.
17. He's organized.
18. He goes out of his way to get to know people.
19. He's NOT shy, unlike me:)
20. He always sits by or talks to those who look lonely.

21. He wants me to stay home with our kids.
22. He supports me in my hobbies and interests.
23. He doesn't talk bad about me.
24. He likes my cooking.
25. He says "I Love You" multiple times a day...I need to hear it.
26. He says I look good with no makeup....I know it's not true, but it's nice of him to say that.
27. He has a strong Testimony of Jesus Christ.
28. For some reason he picked me!
Happy Birthday Reed, we LOVE you!

Christmas 2010

We had a great Christmas this year.  It was pretty low-key, but that's how we like it.  One Christmas Eve we went to my parents house in Basalt(Firth).  We had a family party with homemade soup and rolls, thanks

Mom, and lots of TREATS.  We ate, played a game, and opened presents.  It was so fun to see everyone. 

On Christmas day we woke up and opened presents with the kids.  It was fun to watch Macie, because she was so excited.  After that we headed to Reed's Parents house in Idaho Falls.  We had a delicious breakfast of potato casserole, ham and smoothies. Then Reed's brother Troy called, he's on his Mission, and we were able to talk to him for a while.  And then we got to open presents from each other.  Again, it was so nice just to be with family. 

After that our little family just stayed there and hung out for most of the day.  Branson had a rough night Christmas Eve, so we were both pretty tired.  So the kids and I took a nap that lasted about 3 hours!!  Here are some pictures from Christmas morning at our house........

Trip to Salt Lake

In mid December we were able to take a little trip to Salt Lake. It was only for a few days, but it was much needed! We were able to see my sister Karen and her husband Nic and their new house. And we were also able to see my sister Mandy, her husband Mark, and their little girls. I left my camera at the condo for all of that though. And my sister Mandy was so nice, and she watched our kids while Reed and I went to Hobby Lobby and out to lunch. By the way, if you've never been, that store is amazing! I'm not a big shopper, but I had saved up some money to decorate my home, and I found everything I could ever want there....and more! Love it! We also were able to eat dinner at the Lion House, which I had never done before, and go to Tucanos, which Reed and I LOVE! December was a really busy month for us, so it was a nice little trip to just get away and spend time together. Thanks Grandma!

Growing up.....

My baby boy is sitting up and crawling!! He loves being big, but I wish he'd just stay little! And I think Macie is leaving the toddler stage and turning into a little girl...you know, except for the potty training thing and the tantrums! :)

I realize that my photography practice is kinda taking over my blog, so Reed convinced me to make a photography blog. I know I'm not a professional, but I needed somewhere to put my photo shoots. This shoot, however, is of my kids. So I didn't feel bad posting it on the family blog. But in the future, feel free to check out www.juliedenningphotography.blogspot.com, also found on my sidebar :)

F-Family Photoshoot

I am having so much fun taking pictures of different families....they all have different personalities that I get to capture on camera! Well, that I TRY to capture on camera. ;) Thank you F-Family for letting me practice on you...I loved it!