The Gap

Our baby lost both of her front teeth this weekend! The first one was on the way up to Running Springs to visit some friends. She took a drink of water and there it was. The second tooth was lost this morning when she sneezed and out it came...no blood. She has been wiggling forever, so at age 7 and 3 months, Brooke lost her 3rd and 4th tooth.

She is very happy with her new smile!

Update on Grandpa Reynolds

My Dad is doing much better. He is now out of the hospital and staying with my Aunt and Uncle (saints of the the most high). The surgery went well according to the doctors. Thankfully, my Dad received a blessing by my uncle and cousin before surgery...I know that is what helped him come out without his mouth wired shut for the next 6 weeks. Instead they put plates in his cheek area. He still has quite a bit of swelling, especially since I understand they went through his nose to perform the surgery. I have included a picture of his 1971 Ranchero (what is left of it) and the pole he hit.

Merry Christmas 2010!

You are not the only one that didn't get a card from us this year. I am sorry, but it just didn't happen. We still love you all and want to wish you all good tidings. We have done many wonderful activities surrounding the birth of our Savior. Christmas parties, singing in concerts and caroling last night with 5 local missionaries.

We are happy spending time with loved ones and opening presents, but this time of year has also brought us stressful times. Libby has become ill and my dad was missing! Yes, I couldn't find my Dad and it became an emotional roller coaster until a hospital called me. It turns out he had been in a car accident on the 22nd less than 3 hours after I had been with him. His car does not have an airbag, so when his face hit the steering wheel, he sustained multiple fractures to his face, including the jaw. I finally was able to visit him today after he experienced moving hospitals and floors twice. He is a stubborn man (his own words) and is refusing pain meds. We are all praying for him and we know that this will all pass.

On a better note, we have experienced prosperity this year and feel very loved by each of you. Thank you for your love.

sewing with Grandma Suzette

Here are some outfits that have been sewn with left over material from other projects. Cute little apron and hat too!

Brooke's cheer leading is official

The uniforms finally arrived! She couldn't wait to try it out, so she put it on over her ballet outfit. The pom poms have not arrived. The jacket has her name embroidered on it. She cheers for "Kick it Up" dance studios. Brooke will get another chance to cheer in 2011. (not shown: her team backpack and her black shoes)

Libby got a new friend

Thanks to our grandparents again, Libby went to buy an American Girl doll for her birthday (actual on the 28th). It was a beautiful store located in Beverly Hills at the Grove. Libby picked out the "Elizabeth" doll that will be going into the archives after this holiday season. Many of the pictures are of items she is still wishing for, including a flute! Since the products for the doll are quite pricey, Libby sewed her own nightgown for the doll, including her own idea of embroidery work near the neck. So creative!

Brooke's writing

I believe there are advantages of being the youngest. One of those is being told to do it yourself or you just do it yourself because nobody else is going to. Brooke doesn't bother asking me to remind her of things anymore. Nope, she has found the "post-it" notes do just the job for her.

In case you need help reading 1st grade writing:
Pink note
Don't forget to take your hair out and put this head band in your hair. To Brooke From Brooke. (I had braided her hair at night after the bath - she wanted the wavy hair do)

Blue note
This is the blue colored pencil that I was using for the monster. to Brooke. (she was completing her homework and didn't want the color to be wrong when she got back to the assignment)