The Beginning

So here I am in the blog world... who would've known? Anyway, jumping right in: Jorel and I are really enjoying our time together since I was lucky enough to stay at home with the cutest kid ever - I may be a little biased! I'm currently working on my MBA in Finance through Capella University online and its going okay, can't say I'm the most motivated person and usually do my homework the night before its due - which can cause some stress and sleepless nights, but i haven't learned yet! I'm also coaching softball and volleyball at Hurricane High, the old stomping grounds, and enjoy it quite a bit. It sure brings back a lot of old memories. And to just keep me doing something - haha - I'm working for my bestest brother-in-law, Paul and my favorite sister ever, Jaana helping them find photographers for their company, Home View. But enough about me...

Jorel is 7 months 3 weeks and 2 days old today - Born October 23, 2007. He cut his first tooth on Friday the 13th with the next one pretty close to coming through. He doesn't stop moving - even when he's asleep - and has been rolling like a barrel. I definitely have my hands full for years to come! He is just a bundle of energy and does the cutest things. We can all sit around and just watch him all day and never get bored. He is one of the happiest babies I've ever know and he knows I'm so grateful for that!

We just recently got back from California visiting my Jaana, Paul and my bro Jake - who is out there helping them from Missouri - in Burbank. We were supposed to only stay for 4 days, but easily turned that into a week and a half. It was marvelous! Its always fun to visit my sister because she demands a good time and we totally appreciate it! We got some great pics and can't wait to go back!

Strolling at the LA Zoo

Getting smoked by the fountain at Americana

Huntington Beach for a bonfire

Six Flags Magic Mountain

It is just adorable how when I show Jorel pictures of his aunt and uncles, he gets the biggest grin on his face! Jaana took all the pictures - she's so amazing! We had too much fun and can't wait to do it again!