"Love your little ones--even the ones that drive you crazy. If you could see them the way God sees them -- you would be astounded at their glory."

Sunday, February 24, 2008



So I am down in Cleveland, UT visiting my parents since Eric is gone for the weekend. I was doing a few new things with the blog (lower right) and searching through the pictures on my mom's computer for the kids. I came across this picture of my 3 oldest the week after Maddux was blessed. I loved this picture and I know it's old but wanted to share it. Wow how time flies! I have really been overwhelmed with feelings and thoughts of thankfulness the last few months. I look at my life and my lovely little family and wonder how I could deserve all these wonderful things. Ok - so I know I deserve them HAHA... No but seriously, my kids and my husband are my everything and I am sooooooo blessed to have them!

4 comments:

things we love... said...

Your children are too cute. Yea the talk thing is so crazy. I loved my 1/2 marathon. A full marathon would be too much for me to run, but a half was perfect. In fact I signed up for the slc one in april and the 2 weeks later found out about the baby so I will run the slc one next spring because the baby will be 8 months and hopefully that will get me back into shape. You should run with me next spring.

carrie said...

OK...That picture is absolutely priceless!! I love it. How fun for you to go be able to hang out with your family. I'll bet your kids are in heaven, huh?? I have to tell you that I absolutely love the new stuff you put on your blog. (lower right) I love how you've explained the names...even though I already knew, it was so fun to read. Each child is so stinking cute....and has such a spunky fun personality. I absolutely love the picture of Macee. She looks just like you, I think. What a beautiful little princess she is. You really have such a fun and darling family. I hope you're doing OK. When I saw the baby timer thing...I couldn't believe 40 days left!! WOW...time flies. Probably not for YOU, but it's unbelievable. In no time at all, we'll have your new baby Madsen (Mattingly, I vote....ha ha) here. Give me a call when you get back.... I want to see how your schedule is this week. Take care, and drive safely!! Hugs!!

Sara said...

Have a FUN SAFE ENTERTAINING trip!!! I love what you have done with your blog! Super cute!!! Now I can keep track of them all!

Craig and Jessica Smith said...

So cute Jess! Time goes by so fast and I can't believe the timer on Manny! He is going to be here so soon! Can't wait to see another cute Madsen baby! Talk to you soon.