Easter Fun

This is Easter was a ton of fun!!!  Addy loved finding the Easter eggs and we got some good quality time with our amazing families!

The Easter Bunny Came to our house and brought lots of need goodies!!!  (And a Daisy)

Addy and I dyed Easter Eggs at Memaws house.  This kept her attention for a whole  5 minutes... Which is actually longer than I expected.

After Church Sunday we went to Aunt Elaine's for our annual lunch and Easter Egg hunt! 

Pops and Grammy Came! YAY!!!

This is most of the Nelson Clan!  Love this Family

Characters for a Cure

Back in March Josh, Laken, and I took Addy to Characters for a Cure.  Addy LOVES Mickey Mouse Club House and especially Minnie Mouse (or so I thought).  I just knew she would be intrigued by Minnie... I didn't have hopes of her taking pictures with them (due to our horror of Santa Clause), but I did think she would enjoy seeing Minnie.... To my surprise it was Daisy that stole her attention.  The second Daisy and Donald walked in it was "Momma Daisy.. Look Momma Daisy... Daisy Momma... Daisy, Daisy, Daisy!!!"

Look at that perfect grin!

She didn't want to get much closer than this... But she smiled the whole time!

To my surprise she would give any of the other Princesses a big hug!!  She was  a little timid with them at first but by the end she was a PRO!  As much fun as this year was I can't wait for next year when she really understands!  

We weren't as keen on the Prince... :)

The Little Details

Wow 2013 has come in fast and is going by even faster. With the start of each new year brings the dreaded tax season. Addy has been the best little trooper and not given me a moments trouble with my longer hours.

There are thousands of little things my little girl does on a daily basis that I never want to forget....

* At 19 months old my smart little girl can spell her name. Although she leaves out a "D" and says "A D Y"                 * She can also count to 10.
* She gives high fives and knuckles (cutest thing ever)
* She is at the point where she can repeat anything I say.  (And will scream "Scott Jorns")
* She knows many animal sounds: cows,chickens, sheep, dogs, cats, lion (which is my favorite),frog, pig,    duck, horse
* She fights sleep horribly
* Ask her to tell you a story and she will say "jflksdj fjeosdlkfj kdsjfklasjdf" and then put her hand over her mouth throw her head back and belly laugh.
* Ask "Addy are you a Diva?" her response "yea Diva" (in the most serious and sophisticated voice).  This is in thanks to her teachers at school... Ms. Lorri, Ms. Brenna, and Ms. Ta ta
* Loves to pretend to color her feet and hands in order to press them down and make prints
* LOVES Daisey
* Loves to sing... and Will sing Jesus Loves me and Happy Birthday
* Loves to Dance, watch Disney (Princess Sofia and Mickey Mouse Club House), and give hugs and kisses.
* Ask her "whats do you tell Chaser?" Her response is "Hush!!!!"
* Still Loves her Bows
* When we go outside and its cold.. She has to have a jacket on.. and her hands go in the pockets immediately.
* Still the pickiest little eater!!!

Not Just Anyone Can Say They Got to Hold an Angel

Before I catch up on our crazy busy life with Addy I have a very very special person that needs an introduction.

 Her name is Aralei Marie Nelson. She was born on Sunday April 14, 2013 at 6:31 p.m. She's 11 inches long and 1lb and 10ozs of pure spunk and perfection! This little girl belongs to my amazing little brother and his wonderful fiance Ariale.

 This sweet little girl is very very special! She fought harder than any person I have ever met! And she changed my life in her short 3 days of life on earth. She met Jesus and was scooped into his arms on Wednesday April 17, 2013 at 11:56 p.m. Knowing she is much better off than her family she left on earth and that we have an AMAZING guardian angel watching over us, is the only thing that makes this loss bearable.

 Not only did she change my life in her short 3 days, but I have to say how amazing my little brother was in those days. I was so excited to watch my little brother become the Dad I know he will be one day to another little angel here on Earth. My little brother has the biggest heart of anyone I've ever met and all I can do is pray that God will heal his broken heart.

 To my brother and future sister... I love you guys!! You guys did an amazing job taking care of that sweet baby girl! My heart breaks for you guys.

 To my sweet niece Aralei... God had big plans for you! I wish I knew what they were and could understand, but until the day we meet again pretty girl, please watch over us and guide us in the direction God intends for us to travel. We miss you sweet girl and will always love you. Please watch over your Mom and Dad and Grandparents and help them heal their broken hearts. You are the most beautiful Angel ever and I am privileged to be able to call you my niece. Thanks for that honor sweet girl. I will Love you always and forever!