Est. 2005

Grr!!!

2010-07-19T00:06:00.000-07:00

I just spent an hour writing an entry to loose it when I hit publish post! Well, so much for trying to update my blog, se la vi! Obviously it wasn't meant to be, and now that it's past 12 and I'll be up in a few hours I'd better hit the sack now... maybe I'll try again tomorrow... we'll see if I'm up for it. It was a goodie too... oh well!

Kachow!!

2010-04-12T19:47:00.000-07:00

Just adding another!

2010-03-29T14:18:00.000-07:00

This cake was for our relief society birthday party. The emblem is made from royal icing technique, the bees are made from fondant. It was a hit!

Here are the cakes that I've been working on these past few weeks. For some reason this seems to be my busy season, which I love and hope I will be able to do at least one every month. I charge $2.50 a slice, and would love to make something wonderful for you!!
So please contact me if you are ever in the need of an amazing cake that will wow your family.

Just finished this cake today. Made for a bicyclist, and the cake design I took from a napkin she had at her last party.

This cake idea came from the Wilton website, I changed it a little bit, painting on the cake with the icing colors.

Practicing my 'smash cakes' which I'm hoping will be a big hit. They will be included as part of any order someone wants to make with me, for birthdays.

Another smash cake that I made real quick, I had about 30 minutes to frost both cakes for a get together with some girls in the ward.

Babyshower cake made at the end of February. Giraffe I made from Rice Treats.

Wow, is all I can say!

2010-03-02T09:58:00.000-08:00

We may be sick, but it's made for some pretty fun picture moments.

Well, I wasn't writing about my problems to recieve help from anyone. But I have to say it really made my day. I think the hardest part about being away from the ward is that it's changed so much and I was having a hard time getting to know everyone already, and then with all the new members to our ward it was like starting from scratch, and within the past few months I haven't had a real chance to get to know anyone. So feeling rather lonely it was a wonderful suprise to have people reach out and comfort me during some hard times. Thank you Karla for bringing me Orange Chicken and rice. It was better than Panda... It was so delish! The crazy part is Bryson had run outside after his dad who was going for a run. I heard a car driving by, and didn't turn to look because I was embarrased about the way I looked. Well, too my suprise it was Trish Anderson! I dont' know how she found the time to make me dinner with all the craziness going on in her life, but it sure brought a smile to my life. So dinner tonight will be meatloaf, potatos, salad and chocolate mousse. I can't wait! Thank you to my friends for being there when I really have been feeling down. Thanks to my sweet husband who has been having a hard time through all of this.

A really cute giveaway!

2010-03-01T19:11:00.000-08:00

GIVE AWAY! Last chance!
posted by Porter and Karla at optimistic obbsessions - 2 days ago

My best friend Karla made this apron and is giving it away tomorrow. So if you want a chance to win it visit her website!

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When Everything goes wrong.

2010-03-01T08:42:00.000-08:00

What can I say other than this has been the longest, most drawn out three weeks of my life. It all started with a cold from Bryson. I of course got that, and it lasted about four days... By the end of the week we were better and had friends over. The next week we find out that not only do we have this aweful cough and cold, but our friends did as well. For the past two weeks it has gone from Bryson, to me, and now to Kayla. Of course through all of it I have stayed sick! I feel Kayla has it the worse, she can barely breathe when she wakes up and we spend most of the day in the bathroom with a steam shower running. I can't imagine what next months water bill will bring us. I can't seem to get over any of it because just as one is getting better the next catches it and trying to be a compasionate mother and take care of my children I continue to be sick!

Now, you would think that we are at the tail end of this. I keep telling myself we are. I've taken Kayla to the doctors office and they say she just has to work her way through it and that she's doing really well. Were we at the tail end? Not quite, Bryson woke up Sunday morning and threw up all over his church clothes, and has had explosive diapers for the past 24 hours. Then last night we woke up to Bryson's crib completly covered in throw up, it was a long night... I've woken up the past two days with sinus headaches, and Kayla's congestion is so bad she'll cough until she throws up all over me. I've washed all my clothes probably two times over, and our sheets may as well not even be on our bed. I tell you what... I am so over being sick! I feel like I will never be able to leave our house again, every time I do something new affects our family, and we go through all of this all over again. The blessing is Branden has not been sick, if you can believe that. He's been such the sweet heart and picking up after us and cleaning the house, and making rounds to the store to get all those random items we've needed. Thank goodness for his health. I think I would just curl up and cry if he was sick too.

So for all those out there who think they have it bad... well, if it's like us right now, you probably do! All our love from the sick household of the Seedalls cave.

What a day!

2010-02-12T10:38:00.000-08:00

Well, what can I say other than things happen for reasons. Not that we really know why, but it is nice when it turns out to be a blessing. Yesterday I made plans to go walking with my best friend and her neighbor. I was supposed to be at her house by 8:30. It was one of those mornings, (well, I have them every day) where it takes me a life time to get my head and body working at the same pace. As I'm rushing to get Kayla nursed, myself even just dressed, and my kids ready, I look at the clock and it's already 8:30! I'm not even out of the house yet! I grab everything I can and chase Bryson around the car to try and get him into his car seat. The only threat that seems to work is telling him that he won't get to see Elizabeth, Karla's daughter. They are best friends too. (Very convienent! Well, more like a blessing!) Anyway, I finally get him loaded in his car seat, and I have to back my car out and reposition it into the garage to be able to load Kayla in the car. I've tried just throwing her over Bryson's seat and threw out my back. So, now we do it the inconvienent way. Well, I'm rushing by this point, I'm so embarressed that it's taking me a lifetime to get myself over there. Not to mention my kids were still in their pj's and I didn't put on any makeup... where the time went, I'm not really sure... anywho, as I put my keys in the ignition and try turning it on, the engine doesn't turn over. OF COURSE! I tried three times, and with all the stress that was just about all I needed! I called Branden and told him the news, and then called Karla and told her the news. What a morning. I unloaded my kids and decided that we would just not do anything today. Branden finds out that Mazda doesn't replace batteries without a fee after the first year, unless it's a replaced battery, then it's covered for three years. There was a discrepency between the website and dealership, so he spent in total, about two hours, fighting with the company and finally won. We were getting a new battery. All the while Karla convinces me to come to lunch with her, and that all the carseat moving around would be worth it. Well, I took her up on her kindess, and moving all the carseats around was as big a headache as you can imagine. Thank you Karla! She was rewarded for her kindness. She opens her wallet, after ordering her food, and there were no cards or cash! I was trying to get them to move her order to the register I was at, when the manager, that was waiting on- her generously comp'd her meal. Wasn't that so sweet? Lucky girl! The best part was when we got back, put the kids down for naps, and we were able to sit and talk for maybe an hour. It's such a blessing to have special people in your life that go through the same things and help you to feel positive and even though we are super competitive, we're competitive for the good things in this life. We acknowledge it though, and hope that it will help us to uplift each other, and no one can benefit from it more than our families. Heavenly Father blesses our lives every day with special people, and situations to help you appreciate those things in your life that would otherwise go unnoticed. So all in all, when my husband came home to jump start my car and found out that I had just locked the steering column, and all that trouble he went through was in vain. I can find joy in finding my best friend, and stabalizing a friendship that will last for years to come. Dear Branden, my sweet heart, I really am sorry that I put you through all of that- I feel so embarressed!

Our Precious Moments

2010-02-07T15:31:00.000-08:00

One of the few family pictures that we have that everyone is decently happy. Trying to get us all dressed nicely for one picture is like trying to take a tropical vacation to Antartica. At least we have a picture, even if everyone isn't perfect. What am I talking about, this is perfection, is it not?

Having Kayla has really helped me grow as a person. I feel that I'm really learning what I'm capable of, and the down side-- what I'm not. I know I'm going to miss all these little moments that I have with my kids, even when there are so many more to come. I try hard to find the time to write in my journal because my memory is something I wish was a little stronger. Oh well... after twenty-seven years I'm beginning to come to terms with that fact. There are just some things I'm not willing to forget. I'd like everyone to know how grateful I am for forgiving friendships. Friends that understand that my follow through with certain activities are, at times, something to be desired when kids are added into the situation and although I would love to keep a playdate-- the night before was completely chaotic, and taking my nap for the day is just too tempting. I hate cancelling on people, I have a HUGE guilt complex. I just hope I can be as forgiving as those who are with me.

There are so few of these days anymore where Kayla sleeps the day away. I know I took advantage of those days while they were here, but now I find myself still wishing there were a few more moments like this. I am excited for her ever growing personality. Every time she catches you looking at her she always has a smile to share. She's going to be a talkative little girl too. I love when she works so hard to get sounds to come out, and the look on her face is priceless when they actually do come out! I'm not sure how many people suffer the same thing as I do, the second child photo-syndrome. I find that many days I forget to pull out my camera as often as I had with my first. Poor Kayla, not even one picture from our vacation last week. How terrible is that?! I promise to try harder!
Branden is finally able to take care of Kayla more, yeah! She wasn't going to anyone except me for a long while, longer than I care to remember. (Did I mention that she's only 3 months old!) But now that she getting older she's loving the time she gets to spend with her daddy. Branden is so proud when he can take the upset child and turn that frown upside down. I love that he can do that-- but it makes me just a little jealous. Especially when I've struggled and struggled trying to figure out what's upsetting her, and then he'll take her and she's happy in just a few short moments. But I'll take it! I'd like to mention that I find myself at the end of all my very long days thanking my Heavenly Father for a husband who cares more for the love of his family than all the money in the world. He really takes his role as a father and husband seriously, and he is the best thing that has ever happened to me. He completes my thoughts and understands me better than anyone has in my whole life. And believe me, that really says something!
My Little Monster!

That name has rung true more in the last few weeks than in his almost two years he's been around. He loves to help me change diapers and hug and kiss and play with Kayla. It's so hard sometimes because I feel like I'm yelling at him so much to stop this or that-- leave her alone. He just is too little to really understand why it's not alright to drive a car on sister's head like mom does to me. He is so sweet, and it kills me when I look back on the day and feel like I didn't show enough how much I love him, and that things are different now, but a good different. I'm just grateful Heavenly Father blessed us with an unexpected blessing when he did, because if Bryson had to wait any longer for Kayla to grow up, I think the patience factor would wear out. He's already so impatient for his playmate to grow up.

Forgive me for being winded. It's been awhile!

2010-02-03T22:57:00.000-08:00

I find it hard to make time for the internet these days. I have so very little time for myself that I decide I'd much rather be catching up on my sleep than spending time online. I'd like to thank everyone who has been there for me in these past couple of months, you know who you are. I wouldn't trade any of my life for the world, but I have to admit that having two children has tried my patience. One of the craziest memories that I've had lately was almost breaking down in the kitchen minutes before my knight in shining armour would be getting home from work. Bryson decided it was just about time to get some attention. I tried to be the 1950's wife I've always wanted to be, by having the house clean, dinner on the table and dressed with makeup on for the day- all before Branden had made it home. My children were there to remind me that that isn't always possible. While I was in the middle of getting ready I realized with all my back and forth between getting a snack & show for Bryson, and Kayla needing my constant attention that dinner needed to get started. So rather than finishing my makeup I headed toward the kitchen. (What was I thinking?) Well, that was when the drama started. I sat Kayla down for just a moment before I realized she wasn't about to let me step away for even a moment. That was Bryson's cue to go into hysterics. All while I had just started preparing the meal, was I at a stopping point? no... but what's that anymore? I was kneeling on the kitchen floor with a hysterical baby, and Bryson fighting for attention sobbing and hanging on to me for dear life. Rather than start balling myself I mustar all my 'mom strength' to try and pick up both kids without dropping anything or anyone. We headed for the recliner and somehow I was able sit us all down and I just started singing hymns to my kids. Within a ten minutes my kids had calmed down, I made it past the tears... and realized no chore is more important than those two kids in my arms. Moments later Branden came home to rescue me. (Now that I think of it, I my have cried when he finally relieved me) But I can't forget how important it is for me to keep calm and remember how short this time is with my kids when they turn to me for comfort and love. I hope I never forget these little, irreplaceable moments.

Well, so much has changed in these last few months. Here are some pictures to go with it. Bryson absolutely adores Kayla. I hoped that would be how it was, but now I have to over protect her-- he loves her a little too aggressively.

Jamie's Cakes!

2010-02-02T15:00:00.000-08:00

Here's what I've been up to with my cakes.

Family Pictures by Elloise Smith

2009-10-25T21:49:00.000-07:00

These pictures were done by a good friend of mine from my ward, Eloise Smith. She'll be doing Kayla's newborn pictures which I'm really excited about! She did such an amazing job, I was really happy with them. We went out to Sahuarita, by that beautiful lake they have. I hope you enjoyed the fun as much as we did!

Crazy Bryson!

2009-07-20T11:20:00.000-07:00

Bryson has found the Vaseline!?! What a mess. We washed his hair four or five times, and we still couldn't get it all out. The plus side, we didn't have to worry about adding product to his hair for a couple of days. He is definetely coming into his own. He's a little scavenger, and loves to climb up on anything and everything... literally!!

We watched the 4th of July fireworks with the Williams. Bryson loves Elizabeth, she's definetely his best friend. They are really cute together.

I got this at a garage sale for $15.00. He loves it!! He wanted to ride it and figured out the battery wasn't connected. It was really cute watching him figure out that that battery wasn't attached. Branden says, "Step on it!" and he'll press the gas pedal, and he doesn't really steer so we're there with him the whole time. Then he gets tired or something because he'll take his foot off the pedal and Branden has to tell him to Step on it again. It's a game to him.

Denver Trip

2009-07-12T10:06:00.001-07:00

Branden and I decided that we needed to take a family vacation this summer. We searched for the cheapest airline tickets available, hopefully to a destination we'd never been. Expedia sent us to Denver!! So we were off. We began out trip with a bang. Outlet Shopping!! (My personal favorite day!) I was impressed with how patient Bryson stayed until the end. They had some great sales there, I throughly enjoyed myself. On Tuesday it was a beautiful sunny day so we took advantage of the sun and set our sites on Pirate's Cove. It was a fun water park. Mostly for kids, but Branden and I did enjoy the two adult slides. Bryson liked standing under the big bucket of water that would poor down every 15 minutes. Branden would take him and he'd get this suprised look, but loved it afterward. He loves floating on his back. I think he gets it from the bath tub. But he kept laying down on his back over and over again, and at one point the mother ran up to me and grabbed him because she thought he was drowning, and I just smiled and said, nope, he just really likes to float on his back. I could see where the mix up would be. That night we went to dinner in DownTown Denver. The locals call it LoDo. It was fun to see the night life. One of the best parts about Denver is that you can get around to where ever in less than twenty five minutes. (The length of time it takes me to get to the grocery store here in Tucson.) On Thursday we went to Georgetown, an old victorian mining town that was famous in the 1800's for their silver mines. I loved seeing all the historic homes that had been renovated. Many of the homes had been around since the beginning, and they had signs on those homes telling of their purpose at that time. I really enjoyed this part of the trip. On Friday we were getting ready to head home so we decided to see the Denver Zoo before we left. I didn't think I'd enjoy it as much as I did. Some of the animals they had there I had never seen before at a zoo so it was pretty neat.
So, all in all it was a wonderful trip. Branden was ready to get back to life, which is the point of vacation, I think. Bryson was ready to spend time with his toys and sleep in his crib. I was not ready to give up Branden for work. I really loved being with him for that time we had together, and it was sad not having him with me all the time. It's great to have time spent together to remind yourself why he's your best friend, and the importance behind embracing what little time we have as a family here on earth.

Have You Heard??

2009-07-12T09:26:00.001-07:00

Well, if you haven't heard the news, Branden and I are expecting a new addition to our beautiful, fun-filled family. SHE will be joining the crew this November. I am very very excited to be having a girl. It would have been an easier road for us if it had been a boy, seeing how our insurance doesn't cover maternity. But when I get online and pretend to buy everything I want, I just have so much fun! Girls really are more fun to shop for. Beginning in June I have had the opportunity to babysit for a new born. He'll just come over a couple mornings of the week while his parents are switching jobs. I think it will be a very good transition for Bryson, getting used to a baby being around. He knows the sign for baby and frequently uses it. Branden and I have decided on the name Kayla Marie, we're hoping that she'll look like a Kayla when she's born, however we have a probable back up name, just in case... We like to use the name with Bryson, he likes to rub my tummy and sign baby. He's only sixteen months, so I don't think he really understands, but it's still cute.

Bryson Turned One!

2009-03-22T09:09:00.000-07:00

I can't believe my little boy is already a year old! What a fun and exciting time for our family. Every day is a new adventure. On March 4 we had a small family birthday for Bryson. We celebrated by having Bryson eat his own cake. It was a lot of fun. Bryson loved sharing and smashing it in our faces and loved when we did it back. I'll see if I can post some of that video, his laugh is just so cute!

On the 14th we had a fun party which included family and friends, some of which we hadn't seen for a very long time! They all agree that Bryson is one of the happiest children you'll meet. He's always smiling, except when he's tired- for those of you that have seen him at church. It's crazy to think what this new year will bring.

Branden is working harder than ever for our family. I'm so blessed with such a wonderful strong man, who loves his family so much! I've also been blessed with being able to make cakes for my family and friends.

I've been busy with cakes a lot this past month, but I'm so grateful for the opportunities I've been given, I really feel that it's been a blessing in my life. I'm also taking a cake decorating class once a week, so I've felt extremely crazy these past few months. All I can say about my class is that I've learned a lot of skills that I know I don't want to do. However, there are a few things that I've used and am glad to have learned. If it weren't for my friend Katie (in the class) I think I would have a hard time going every week.

I hate leaving my family when I have so few hours with my husband as it is. I treasure that small amount of time I have with him. Bryson misses him just as much. When it's getting close to the time he's supposed to come home he'll stand by the garage door and say da? ... da? He is such a strict routine boy. Bryson goes to bed every night between 6:30 and 7:00. Branden and I love it most days because we have the evenings to ourselves, but at times it's hard when your out and about and have to go home early because of a cranky little boy.

I'm really excited because this week I'm going to redecorate Bryson's room! I've picked out my paint colors, and my design. I have it all planned out in my mind. I just hope it turns out the way I've envisioned it. I'll post pictures when it's all done. I'm very excited to transform his room! It's going to be great.

Bryson at his cutest, enjoy!

2009-01-08T23:16:00.000-08:00

Joys to having a family!

2009-01-08T22:55:00.000-08:00

I feel so blessed every day that I wake up and call my family my own. I have a wonderful hunk of a husband who isn't afraid to show me how much he loves and cares for me. He remembers everything that I would forget, he's thoughtful, kind, generous, caring, loving, and an all around great da-da-da to Bryson. We have been trying to paint and rearrange things in our house with the removal of our extravagant Christmas decorations. It's unbelievable how bare my house is without the extra decorative support. I can't wait for next year and do it all over again, no seriously! I really can't wait! This Christmas was Bryson's first Christmas and we spent the morning at home. He loved seeing all of his toys, and didn't know where to begin... however, now a days I think he'd rather just play with the 'real' things around the house like cell phones, and any cord he can get his sneeky little hands around. We had a fun Christmas Breakfast with the Williams, and the evening with my parents, and then we flew to Texas the next day to be with Branden's parents for a week and had a wonderful time. Bryson loved being with all his family & friends!
I just have to say, Bryson is so remarkable. I often wonder what I did in my last life to deserve such a percious little boy. He's very active and very much happy to be alive! He goes where ever the action is. He's been standing since October, and is starting to really walk. He's been taking steps for almost a month now, but he's really starting to warm up to the idea that his legs can move when he wants them to. He's always got a smile to give you, how do you discipline when you can't help but laugh at the cute situation of him throwing out every last item in your draws, swarmed in all the mess, putting things back in the draws just to be able to take it out again! So cute!
Well, love you all, hope I'll be on here more than every other month!

What we've been doing this fall!

2008-11-11T21:39:00.000-08:00

Sorry it's been a while since I've written on my blog! Our family has really being enjoying this change in weather. It's so beautiful this time of year. The weather is just perfect for afternoon strolls, having steak BBQ's outside on a blanket =), watching the gorgeous sunsets that Tucson has, making yummy pumpkin bread and spending time with family and friends.

We went to Sandra Nixon's Halloween party and dressed him up as an Arizona fan, thanks to John and Kathy's gift. So if you're keeping count, he's been Spiderman, an Arizona fan, and Rambo... talk about indecision!

But the biggest changes have been occuring with our beautiful boy who just recently turned 8 months old. Bryson has been standing by himself for the past month or so. He is such a busy kid. If there is anything to do, or anyone to do it with he's right there for the action. (Usually the one making all the commotion) He is such a sweet heart and loves to love. He gives kisses to everyone which usually end up knocking the other child down, or he'll hold hands with the baby in the next car seat over. It's adorable. I have a feeling I'm going to have to keep a close watch on him! We dressed him up as rambo this year for Halloween, I have to get my picture of him from a friend so those posts will show up a little later. All I can say is that it fit his personality-- 100% boy!

Bryson's first Halloween

2008-10-15T10:19:00.000-07:00

While I was out shopping I found this costume that I thought for sure was going to be too big for Bryson. I thought I better try it on him, just in case I needed to get something smaller before Halloween. And this is what it looked like when we tried it on him. So... just a little too small. I can't imagine what it would have looked like in another two weeks.

My Birthday!

2008-10-15T09:57:00.000-07:00

I began the day with my friends taking me out to breakfast. I forgot to get pictures! Then we went shopping, one of my favorite things to do. We had a great time trying on every pair of sunglasses. And then we ran through McD's for their dollar menu. Delish! And then Branden came home early for my birthday so he could take me to Agua Caliente for a sunset picnic. It was a beautiful day, the weather couldn't have been more perfect. Bryson loved being outside as well. When we finished eating we took a walk by the lake. Bryson watched the ducks intently, and there were a lot of turtles everywhere! We took a walk in the back part, and that was a lot of fun. We saw some wildlife, and after the rattlesnake we decided it was time to go. When we got home Branden sent me on a treasure hunt, and I found my present with his clues hinting at what he had gotten me. The pearl necklace and earrings are so beautiful! I've never owned a real set of pearls before, and I really liked them. This was such a wonderful birthday!!

Rocky Point Trip Oct '08

2008-10-07T14:33:00.000-07:00

We went to Rocky Point this last weekend with our dear friends Sarah and Sam Rogers. It's a Cook Family tradition to go twice a year. The last few times Branden and I have been fortunate to go. In June Bryson was only three months old, and had a hard time with the wind, so I wasn't sure how he was going to do this time. I've been taking him to swimming lessons, which he has loved, and I knew that he would do better this time with the water. He had a wonderful time! The wind didn't seem to bother him at all. He took long naps on the beach, the weather was humid, but the breeze on the beach was perfect napping weather. I think next year when Bryson is old enough to walk we're going to have our hands full. He loves to give kisses and loves to everyone, it's just hard when they're not big enough to take it. I hope we didn't scare any kids away. He would attack these other babies with kisses and hugs, and I think they'll need to be a little bigger next time... Thanks to everyone for your help and ideas, we brought this big jean blanket that we were able to lay out on the beach which gave him freedom to crawl about. Branden spent his time kyaking with Sam and Blake, the waves were really big on Saturday and I think that added to fun the fun for them. Branden and I tried to get past the waves together, unfortunately my arms would only take us so far, I had to give in and call it quits after a bit. We had a great time with our family and friends!!

I'm getting ready for the fall!

2008-09-29T23:00:00.000-07:00

I made this floral arrangement!! Can you believe it? I went to Michaels, all their fall floral is 1/2 off right now, and got a little creative. I'm so excited that it's cute, and perfect for the season. I'm excited to shop after season sales and get ready for next year.

The Seedall's latest report.

2008-09-29T22:30:00.000-07:00

Well, about two weeks ago Bryson had gotten pink eye. I wasn't sure that it was an infection, so I decided to wait it out. So I kept him away from crowds for a few days, and when there wasn't a change in his health I called the nurse practicioner, and she gave me some drops that helped clear him up right away. Poor child, he was not feeling very well for a few days, it was pretty aweful. And in the middle of that I had gotten really sick, it started out as a bad sore throat. I had to take some antibiotics which helped the strep, and a few days later the pain traveled SLOWLY and PAINFULLY down my throat into my chest, and I was afraid I'd have to go back for broncitis. I was stuck at home for almost two weeks between Bryson and I, what misery. Branden was such a sweet heart through all of it. He did an awesome job taking care of us and tried to make meals and clean the house and do whatever he could to help. Thankfully he kept well through all of it. (I guess there is something to cheese crisps, which is the only thing he knows how to make.=) Now Bryson is pulling himself up onto everything, and along with that, banging his head on the fall down. He has this constant bruise from hitting the poor same spot every fall. But he won't let it stop him, he's a really tough kid. My favorite part is when he pulls himself up to the piano and will play with the keys for a long while... he's so cute. He is a great eater. He'll eat everything. He doesn't really have a preference for anything in paticular yet, which is nice because I can continue to feed him healthy. He is also always smiling at everyone, his looks and sounds are too adorable and pretty much attracts attention at any store we enter. Can you tell I'm a proud parent? Another thing about Bryson is that he likes to wear hats. I had his Old Navy cap on him all day and he didn't mind it one bit. And he looks so cute in hats, I'm glad he'll wear them. Well, that's all for now, I'll will keep you updated as it happens.

I Need Some Ideas!

2008-09-13T13:56:00.000-07:00

Branden and I are going to Rocky Point in just a couple weeks with the Cook family. I don't know what to take with us for Bryson because we'll be camping. He's crawling and we'll be in the sand during the day and gravel at night, any ideas? Thanks!

What's new with the Seedall's!

2008-09-11T00:36:00.001-07:00

So Bryson had his six month shots just last week. He is in the 90% for height and weight. He is 20.2 lbs and 27 in. long. He is so heavy to carry for too long so I'm really grateful on the days we get to go shopping with Branden!
Lately we've been doing swimming lessons at the nearby pool, it's only .25 a class! Amazing, I know! Bryson loves it, that is, when he's not tired. I think his favorite part is when they pull out the pool toys and Bryson gets to chase after it. He slaps his hands against the water and occasionally frog hops towards the ball. And gets so excited when he finally gets it, his eyes get huge and he does this pucker thing with his lips.
And as of last week he is crawling! Well, I don't think he realizes what he's doing just yet, but he's really close. And the last couple of days he gets himself moving by doing this push up/ hand stand move and just scream because he gets so frustrated. But if he wants something bad enough he'll scream and grunt until he finally makes it. I hope he grows out of the grunting it's quite... loud...

Family Pictures!

2008-09-03T17:36:00.001-07:00

We took these family photos with some friends of ours. Believe it or not we have a lake in Tucson, Agua Caliente! Beautiful! We had a few poses, but then Bryson got really fussy and before we knew it he had thrown up all over Branden. I hope he'll grow out of that soon. Enjoy

Bryson at his best!

2008-09-01T00:24:00.000-07:00

You've got to love this picture, if you ever hear me referring to my son as a chicken it's because of this picture. Priceless!

Ben & Mimi's Wedding Day

2008-08-14T01:14:00.001-07:00

Ben & Mimi's Beach Party

2008-08-14T00:39:00.000-07:00

Richins Family Hike

2008-08-13T23:40:00.000-07:00

This picture was so cute... we were trying to get a family shot, and Drensel kept creeping closer and closer until he was finally in the picture! What a cutie!

My family went to hike up in Catalina State Park, also known as Romero Pools. However, we didn't make it all the way to the pools, we walked down to the stream and hiked up to the small waterfalls. It is so beautiful right now, I couldn't believe how green it was, it was almost like we were in a scene from Twilight! (ok, I really like that book.) No really, it was beautiful with all the ferns and green plants, and water! Ok... so the water looks a little questionable... just don't drink the water!

Bryson's first taste of real food!

2008-08-13T23:26:00.000-07:00

Isn't he so cute?! He loves rice cereal!

No, that's not it!

Breaking Dawn Release Party!!

2008-08-13T23:01:00.000-07:00

For the release of the fourth book in the Twilight series, Breaking Dawn, Borders bookstore had a prom night. Some friends in the ward talked me into joining them for the night. I was just a little bit hesitant... to say the least... We got our dresses at second hand stores and just tried to fix them up so they would work. ( I got ny dress for $12) We went with our husbands to dinner at The Melting Pot! It was so fun!! It just goes to show you that some of the most "impracticle" things end up being the best time!! So enjoy life and sometimes you just have to let go and disregard the 'those girls must be drunk' looks! Replace it with one of those big energy drinks! -Karla, Thanks for getting me excited about it, and pushing me to do it!! Oh, and Tamara Montague was there too, but I don't have a good group pic., if anyone has one let me know... thanks!

Bryson, and the first four amazing months as his mom

2008-06-30T23:41:00.000-07:00

Meet our son Bryson Michael Seedall. . . . the first few days home from the hospital

. . . his first few weeks. . . Bryson, one month old . . . two months old. . . Bryson's baby blessing. . . three months old, we went to Mexico for a family vacation
. . . and here he is almost four months old.
what a blessing this little boy is.