Girls Weekend

Got to spend a fun weekend in Newport with these lovely ladies.

We ate. Talked. Danced. Ran. Stayed in a beautiful house. Played in the ocean. And had some beautiful weather.

All thanks to this girl! We love you Lindsay...thank you times a million.

(this is from the Ellen Halloween show...i know awesome right?)

The happiest place on earth

The day after Beck was blessed some of the people in my family decided to go to Disneyland. It really is a magical place and we did a lot of things that i've never done before (the more mellow rides for the kiddos) We went on it's a small world twice because the kids faces were absolutely priceless looking at all the little people and rode the train that went around the park, went to the tiki room...I would have to say that toy story is a new favorite and I love what they have done to space mountain, faster and darker. Also, it has been a couple years but did they change up Pirates? I swear it was different this time around. Here is the stroller gang.

Classic diaper change.

Nap time. Grandma watched the little guys while we went on some other rides.

Beck loving the train ride

It was a great day and the first of many trips to D-land with kids. It will be more fun once Beck gets a little older and can see things better.

But there was still lots of smiling going on so ill say it was a success.

2 Months

Here he is 2 months old:

Weight: 12 lbs 15.6 oz.-75%

Height: 24 1/2 in.-90%

He is a tall boy. He got his first shots today, I think mom was sadder than baby. But he is doing great and very healthy. The doctor can't believe that he is only 2 months, he is very aware and alert. This month he started smiling and it is the coolest thing EVER! I still just stare at him every day.

Some highlights of this month:

-knows how to carry on a conversation and will coo back and forth

-was blessed into the church of Jesus Christ of LDS

-had one night away from mommy...had a sleepover with just daddy and did great

-at least 2 times a week he will sleep through the night (if not more)

-maybe giggled?

-been to San Diego twice-one time staying with Aunt Lupe and the other with Natalie Vilos and her roommates.

-has been to 2 weddings (and was very good at being passed around)

-went to Disneyland for the first time with his cousins

-still going on lots of runs with mommy

-loves to be standing and moving around

-is getting really good at going to church meetings

-loves being outside

-is following things with his eyes much better and realizing when i come into a room or leave

-but best of all he is a SMILING machine!!!

We just can't get enough of this little red head.

Blessing Day

On Feb. 6th our little guy was blessed. He wore the same outfit that Pehrson wore when he was blessed as well as Pehrson's Dad when he was blessed. Isn't that so cool. Maybe someday Beck will bless his first son in this outfit too. Who knows?

Unfortunately the microphone didn't work so I didn't hear a word but I know that Pehrson did a great job. So grateful for the Priesthood and also so grateful for some sweet members in my ward who were sitting up close and wrote down some things that he said.

Our little family of three.

Here he is looking great in white. Lying on a blanket my Grandma Beck made for him.

The Gang.

Great Grandpa Allen. Daddy Pehrson. Baby Beck. Grandpa Hawkley.

Beck hanging out with grandpa hawk.

So happy these two were able to come.

A little sunday meal outside.

Lazy sundays. Gotta love them.

Thanks everyone for being there. We love you all!

Sister Dalton weekend

About 2 weeks ago we were privileged to have a conference with Sister Dalton. (the General YW's President) What an amazing women she is! WOW if only I could speak like her. She is just surrounded by the spirit and you can feel it. On friday afternoon she and a bunch of young women got together and "Ran with Virtue" around the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. It was fun. All the girls were very excited to see her, as were the leaders. Here are some pictures of the event. (thank you Lindsay)

And then on Saturday we went to hear her speak, along with a lady named Diana, who was absolutely hilarious and spiritual. Then there was a special surprise...David Archuleta. He sang some simply primary and hymn songs that we've heard for years but never that good. He is a super talented singer. Funny story, I was feeding Beck on the couch away from everyone on the opposite side of the building (i couldn't find the mothers room) and then all of the sudden David is ushered in. I totally shake his hand while i'm breastfeeding. Haha he and i were both a little awkward. But he was super nice and very short. When he walked in to speak all the 12-18yr old girls screamed. It was awesome. Here is a picture of us meeting her. My mom came up as did my sister-in-law and mother-in-law. They loved it. Don't you think my mom and Sister D look like they could be related?

And Beck did great through the whole thing! He is so awesome!

Something that Sister Dalton said that i liked...(well there were lots) but this one in particular. "Decisions Determine Destiny" I feel like every little decision we make in life leads us somewhere. And even though I've reached some of my goals so far (like being married in the temple) I still need to work at it and make those right choices to be an example to my kids, so they will know how to make the right decisions and hopefully reach their own goals in life. I'm so glad i am a member of this church. It is such a blessing in my life.

Who does he look like?

This little guy changes everyday and to be honest some days I think he looks just like Pehrson and then the next day he looks like me. It is so fun to watch and see him change by the minute. He is already getting so big and eating so well.

What do you think?

Valentines Day!!

I Love Pehrson Allen Hawkley

This is the 3rd year i've had a Valentine. And he is a pretty darn good one. I love you Pehrson thanks for all you do and especially for being such a good husband and father. Will you be my Valentine F.O.R.E.V.E.R?