Family Photos 2010

I was so impressed with Kailey's work on Sarah's newborn photo shoot, I asked her to take some family photos, as well. They turned out darling! Thanks much Kailey!

Little Sarah

I won a free photography session with Kailey Monet Photography, and I knew immediately, I was going to have her do a newborn shoot. Kailey is brilliant with a camera and so sweet to work with, too. I adore her! Plus her prices are fantastic (between $50-$65 for a 1 hr photo shoot) so if you live in the SLC area, you can reach her at kaileymonet@gmail.com.

Here's some of my favorites she took of our little Sarah

Country Roads Take Me Home

I hadn't been home to St. George since my Grandpa Lang's funeral in June, and even that was just a quick trip, so Wade and I went down for 4 days over General Conference weekend and enjoyed some quality time with family and friends. It was awesome to cheer for my sister in laws, Summer and Andrea, as they ran the marathon.

My sweet grandma Lang holding Sarah
silly cousins

Brooklyn pretended to be the pastor or priest or whatever and marry Jace and Emily as husband and wife. They were all laughing so hard at the very thought of it.

My dad had fun helping the grandkids put a 3D puzzle kit together.

Great Grandma Maughan with our little one

Hanging out with two of my favorite girls: my mom and my baby

Such a needed trip! Can't wait to go back.

Braving the Dentist

Emily and Jon braved their first trip to the dentist in September and did awesome! I was worried they would be scared and not even want to open their mouths. Wade and I assured them that the dentist was nice, so thankfully, they believed us and has a good attitude about the whole thing.

No cavities for either of them...Yea!

our own little photo shoot

I won a free photography session at a Relief Society Service Auction, but until Kailey's new equipment arrived, I took some newborn shots of Sarah on my own when she was just 9 days old.

Feeling loved

I wish I had pictures of everyone who has welcomed Sarah into this world with warmth and love, but I don't. All I can do is say THANK YOU for the visits in the hospital and in our home, the meals brought in, the beautiful homemade quilts and outfits she received, the phone calls, emails, and texts, and the babysitting help. I have felt so loved these last few months, and I think Sarah feels your love, as well. It's been a super emotional time, to say the least. I struggled with Postpartum depression and cried for what felt like days at a time. I know a few of you have experienced it so you know what it's like. With my other two kids, I had baby blues for a few days, but these feelings were much more intense and prolonged. I depended greatly upon my Heavenly Father, my good husband, my mama, sisters, and dear friends.

This woman is pretty special. Wade's mom's, Eileen, spent a few days with us, reading and playing with Emily and Jon, cleaning our home, and cooking meals because she knew my mom was still recovering from her four wheeler accident and couldn't come help. I was so grateful for her!

Here's her sweet husband, Keith, holding Sarah. Wade's dad, Frank, came all the way out from Tooele to see us, and Brandon and Diana, visited us in the hospital as well. The second we arrived home, Jeff and Elizabeth came to say hi, too. Thanks you guys!
My sister, Margaret, watched Emily and Jon the whole time I was in the hospital and brought them to see their new sister for a very special visit I will never forget. Love you, Marg!

my friend, CynthiaOnce we were all home, Emily and Jon opened their gifts from baby Sarah. She gave them fruit leather, mangos, otterpops, and hand sanitizer. ;)

Emily washed her hands right away so she could hold her new sister. Shortly after, we looked outside, and guess who was hobbling up my driveway with her cane and all?

This amazing woman! To say I was emotional was an understatement. I was bawling. It meant THE WORLD to me that my parents drove 4 1/2 hours from St. George even though my mom was still in pain from her broken ribs and sternum.

my cute dad holding his new granddaughter

Darcy and Tai even come down from Idaho for a visit. I was so thrilled to see them, along with Salote, Tui, and Tau. These boys are my favorite 2 year olds ever!

My sunshine, Brandi, was in town the following weekend and spoiled me with suprises as usual.

Kim had Preston just 6 weeks before Sarah was born. Ironically, this is the SECOND time we had babies 6 weeks apart. lol I can't tell you how comforting it was to be pregnant at the same as one of my best friends. We could totally relate with one another on everything.

Wade had an important seminar that weekend so I alone with the 3 kids sooner than I thought I would be. When I thought I was losing my mind, I called my sister, Ruthanne. She and Austin came right away and spent part of the day with us.

We ate caramel popcorn and played, "Go Fish." It was hysterical to watch Jonny play. And man, did it feel good to laugh when I had been feeling so stressed before they arrived.

Now this is what love is. I have to look at this picture again and again to help remind me that Jonny just loves Sarah so much which is why he is constantly touching her. I need to relax and let them develop that bond (while still keeping a close enough eye that my newborn remains safe. lol)