Isaac's B-day party

We had a gret Birthday celebration for Isaac on Thursday.  He started his day with a sugar cereal of his choice, "Cookie Crisp".  He loved the little cookies, and gobbled up two bowls of cereal.

It was a good day for Elizabeth too, it was her due date, and she is already two weeks old! Here is Emily holding her, which is what she wants to do all day long.  She loves holding and helping with the baby, and I am SO grateful for her help.  She is a fantastic older sister! She is already accessorizing Lizzie in headband, bracelets etc..

Here is Elizabeth with her cousin Allison, they are one week apart!  They are sure to be life long friends/cousins.  Love those newborn faces! They are so adorable and even more precious!

We had a little party for Isaac.  He wanted hostess cupcakes for his treat, and Mexican food for dinner.  After dinner he opened his presents he got spoiled; a backpack, superhero cape, remote control car, the movie "CARS" and some new books!  What more could a three year old want!  Here are some pics. from the party.

We can't believe you are three.  Time goes by too quickly!  Now it's time to start potty training, if he would ever act interested in it! 
It was a good day, he was all tired out by bedtime! 

 

Isaac turns 3!

Happy Birthday, Isaac! 

We can't believe you are three already!  I was induced on my due date, 3/10/08 and thought he was going to be a girl named "Olivia".  The labor went well and relatively quick.  He was born at 3:20 in the afternoon.  When Dr. Jones announced "it's a boy!"  I was thrilled and shocked!  Isaac weighed 8 lb. 1 oz. and had fat little cheeks. 

That is why I love the anticipation of not knowing the gender during the pregnancy.  It is SO exciting to find out after all the work, stress and exhaustion of labor.  It makes it all worth it!  

Taylor helped pick the name "Isaac".  I was leaning towards other names, but he really wanted it.  Now we think it fits him perfectly, and he goes by "Zeek" and "Little Toot".



 Isaac was a sweet, happy and mellow little baby.  He was loved by his older brother and sister right from the start!



He has a contagious smile and laugh, and constantly keeps other laughing at the funny things he does and says.

Isaac's bright blue eyes, and  blonde hair make him look so different from T & E.  He has always been smaller and shorter than the other kids, but is catching up now- thanks to unlimited whole milk, lots of butter and ice cream on demand. He definately has his own look.   

Isaac has a stubborn almost feisty personality.  He likes to do things on his terms and wants things to be done his way.  He's a smart, chatty, fun boy who is willing to try new things.  He is talking and asking questions constantly.   He's adventurous and daring, but not crazy or scary where we have to worry about him being safe.   His favorite things right now are: playing with cars and trains, riding his bike, doing playdoh, playing outside, playing anything with Taylor or Emily and wresting with dad. 

Isaac LOVES playing with Emily and her friends.  They baby him and carry him around, and let him play in their games.  Sometimes they even let him dress up like a girl!  This has stopped recently because Goofy Grandpa told him "boys don't wear dresses, crowns, jewelery or makeup, and you are a BOY!"  Isaac repeats that often, he doesn't want to disappoint Goofy grandpa!

Isaac is a wonderful son, full of personality.  We know he will make a great big brother!

You have brought so much joy and laughter into our family!
We love you little toot!

Taylor's Baptism

Taylor was baptized yesterday and it was such a special day for him.  He looked so cute in his new suit and white shirt and tie.  He really looked grown up.  He has been excited for this day for along time and was happy to become a member of the church. 

There were lots of family and friends that came to support Taylor at his baptism, it was a real struggle to get some good pics. of him.  He HATES pictures and will not cooperate most of the time. 

Here's our first picture with our whole family!  It seems like we have such a big group now, with little Elizabeth in our family.  We didn't bring her to the baptism, too many people and germs for a  one week old baby. 

Danny did a great job of baptizing Taylor and gave him a beautiful confirmation.  Taylor shared his favorite scripture story, Captain Moroni, and his favorite primary song, "I Am A Child of God" with everyone. 

Here's the whole group after the baptism.

Taylor was lucky enough to have all of his grandparents and great grandma Shields attend his baptism.  It was a great day and we are so proud of his choice to be baptized. 

We love you Tay, thanks for setting a wonderful example for your younger siblings.

Lizzie's 1st week home!

Wow- has this been a crazy week! 
Elizabeth was born last Friday, we came home from the hospital on Sunday morning.  Her birth reminded us what miracle these little babies are, and how they are truly gifts from heaven.  She had some breathing problems at birth and was resuscitated, and I was still having problems with my blood pressure etc... so it made for a stressful, almost scary birth.  I was thrilled and surprised when they told me "It's a Girl", but could hardly be excited until she was breathing and was told she was okay.  We survived the experience and were so grateful to wonderful nurses and Doctors at the hospital!  

 Lizzie is the sweetest, most cuddly baby, who loves to be held and kissed!  It's hard to believe she is already one week old- yet at the same time I can hardly remember our life before her.  This week has been a blur of counting poopy diapers, 2-3 hour feedings, jaundice checks, Dr. appts., napping and getting to hold this sweet little girl whenever we want!

Here are a few pictures from the hospital and meeting everyone for the first time.  

 All snuggly and warm after her 1st bath!  She has lots of dark hair, and look a lot like Emily.

 Proud big brother, he wanted a puppy, but got a little sister!

Emily was the first person we called when we found out the news of "It's a Girl!"  She was SO excited and happy- she is the best helper and has so much love for her baby sister. 

 What a big family we have now! 

 Isaac is the least interested in Elizabeth, but is sweet towards her most of the time.  He has been having a rough week, without all of my attention on him!

 Love to smother her with kisses!

 This is where we spent the entire week, everyone all piled in my bed wanting to help and see the baby. 

 Trying our her new bed.

 Meeting Aunt Mono, can't wait to meet the new little cousin.

We had lots of tokens of love given to us this week; from meals being brought, the house was decorated by aunt Mono and Nat for a girl, Grandma Shields helped with the kids all week, Grandpa Deppe came and stayed for a few days to help, lots of gifts from friends and family.  We appreciate your help and love so much!!! We could not have survived this week without you!

We love you Elizabeth and are so happy to have you in our family!

It's a Girl!!!

Elizabeth Anna Wall

Born: Feb. 25th at 9:40am

7 lb. 9 oz. 21 inches long

Mom and baby are home and both doing great! 







More pics. to come soon! We are in love with her already!